KD-SX985/KD-SX885 ENGLISH CD RECEIVER !" KD-SX985/KD-SX885 ‰∑¬ CD KD-SX985/KD-SX885 ∂“¥„ Ë´’¥ KD-SX985 SOUND ATT U R SOURCE F D VOL VOL KD-SX885 SOUND ATT U R SOURCE F D VOL COMPACT VOL DIGITAL AUDIO For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. !"#$%&'()*+,-.
ENGLISH IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS Precautions: 1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2.CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3.CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 4.CAUTION: This CD player uses invisible laser radiation and is equipped with safety switches to prevent radiation emission when unloading CDs. It is dangerous to defeat the safety switches.
Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and to obtain the best possible performance from the unit. How to reset your unit ............................... How to use the MODE button ................... 2 3 LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS ............ 4 Control panel ........................................... Preparing the remote controller ................. Remote controller ....................................
ENGLISH LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS Control panel Display window s d g h j k 1 2 9p q l 3 4 / f z c x 5 6 e w 4 /¢ buttons 5 (up) button ∞ (down) button Remote sensor Display window 0 (eject) button FM AM button CD CD-CH (AUX) button (standby/on/attenuator) button (control panel release) button SEL (select) button Control dial MO (monaural) button INT (intro) button RPT (repeat) button RND (random) button Number buttons MODE button • Also functions as SSM buttons when pressed together with DISP
Before using the remote controller: • Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is no obstacle in between. 2. Place the battery. Slide the battery into the holder with the + side facing upwards so that the battery is fixed in the holder. ENGLISH Preparing the remote controller Lithium coin battery (product number: CR2025) Remote sensor 3. Return the battery holder. Insert again the battery holder pushing it until you hear a clicking sound.
ENGLISH Remote controller RM–RK50 SOUND ATT 1 5 2 U 6 R SOURCE F 3 7 D 4 VOL VOL 3 • Selects the preset stations while listening to the radio. Each time you press the button, the preset station number increases, and the selected station is tuned in. • Skips to the previous disc while listening to the CD changer. Each time you press the button, the disc number decreases, and the selected disc starts playing. • Skips to the first file of the previous directory while listening to an MP3 disc.
ENGLISH BASIC OPERATIONS 3 1 3 Turning on the power 1 2 Adjust the volume. To increase the volume. Turn on the power. “HELLO” appears on the display. To decrease the volume. Note on One-Touch Operation: When you select a source in step 2 below, the power automatically comes on. You do not have to press this button to turn on the power. 2 Volume or audio level indicator (see page 28) Volume level appears Select the source. To select the tuner, press FM AM repeatedly.
ENGLISH RADIO OPERATIONS 2 Listening to the radio You can use either automatic searching or manual searching to tune in to a particular station. Searching a station automatically: Auto search 1 Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM). Start searching a station. Press ¢ to search stations of higher frequencies. to search Press 4 stations of lower frequencies. While searching stations, “SEEK” appears on the display. When a station is received, searching stops.
Searching a station manually: Manual search Select the band (FM1 – 3, AM). FM1 FM2 FM3 AM (F1) (F2) (F3) (AM) Note: This receiver has three FM bands (FM1, FM2, FM3). You can use any one of them to listen to an FM broadcast. 2 Press and hold ¢ or 4 until “MANU” (manual) starts flashing on the display. ENGLISH 1 • If you release your finger from the button, the manual mode will automatically turn off after 5 seconds.
ENGLISH Storing stations in memory You can use one of the following two methods to store broadcasting stations in memory. • Automatic preset of FM stations: SSM (Strongstation Sequential Memory) • Manual preset of both FM and AM stations Manual preset You can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually. Ex.: Storing an FM station of 88.
Press and hold the number button (in this example, 1) for more than 2 seconds. Tuning in to a preset station You can easily tune in to a preset station. Remember that you must store stations first. If you have not stored them yet, see “Storing stations in memory” on pages 10 and 11. 1 Selected band/preset number and “MEMO” (memory) appear alternately for a while. 2 4 Repeat the above procedure to store other stations into other preset numbers.
ENGLISH CD OPERATIONS The CD–in indicator lights up. Playing a CD 1 Open the control panel. Total playing time of the inserted disc Total track number of the inserted disc Note: When an external component is connected to the AUX jack on the control panel, be careful of handling a CD. 2 Elapsed playing time Current track Insert a disc into the loading slot. The unit turns on, draws a disc and starts playback automatically. 3 Changes to the clock time when “CLOCK” is set to “ON” (see page 28).
To go to a particular track directly ENGLISH To stop play and eject the CD Press 0. CD play stops, the control panel opens, then the CD automatically ejects from the loading slot. If you change the source, the CD play also stops (without ejecting the CD this time). Notes: • If the ejected disc is not removed for about 15 seconds, the disc is automatically inserted again into the loading slot to protect it from dust. (CD play will not start this time.
ENGLISH To play back tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) To play back only intros (Intro Scan) You can play back the current track repeatedly. You can play back the first 15 seconds of each track sequentially. 1 Press MODE to enter the functions mode while playing a disc. “MODE” flashes on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons. 1 Press MODE to enter the functions mode while playing a disc.
Playing a CD Text You can prohibit CD ejection and can lock a disc in the loading slot. This section is only for KD-SX985. While pressing CD CD–CH (AUX), press for more than 2 and hold seconds. In a CD Text, some information about the disc (its disc title, performer and track title) is recorded. You can show these disc information on the display. ENGLISH Prohibiting CD ejection Select text display mode while playing a CD Text.
MP3 INTRODUCTION ENGLISH This chapter is only for KD-SX985. What is MP3? MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3*. MP3 is simply a file format with a data compression ratio of 1:10 (128 Kbps**). That means, by using MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain 10 times as much data volume as a regular CD can.
01 02 04 03 05 10 5 6 09 11 20 06 7 8 9 Level 6 01 08 1 2 3 4 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 ROOT Level 5 Hierarchy ROOT ENGLISH Level 1 MP3 directory/file configuration 12 21 07 22 13 14 15 16 17 23 24 18 19 Note: There is no limit to the number of hierarchy levels (nested directories). However, up to 8 hierarchy levels is recommended for stable operations.
ENGLISH MP3 OPERATIONS This chapter is only for KD-SX985. Refer also to “CD OPERATIONS” on pages 12 to 15. The display changes to show the following: CD–in indicator lights up. Playing an MP3 disc 1 Open the control panel. 2 Insert an MP3 disc into the loading slot. The unit draws the disc. Playback starts automatically from the first file of the first directory once disc check is completed. 3 Close the panel by hand. Ex.: When the disc contains 13 directories and 125 MP3 files.
While playing back an MP3 file, you can change the file information shown on the display. Each time you press DISP (display), the display changes to show the following: • When “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG ON” (initial setting: see page 29) To stop play and eject the disc Press 0. MP3 play stops, the control panel opens, then the disc automatically ejects from the loading slot. If you change the source, the playback also stops (without ejecting the disc this time).
ENGLISH To go to a particular directory directly IMPORTANT: To directly select the directories using the number button(s), it is required that directories are assigned 2 digit numbers at the beginning of their directory names. (This can only be done during the recording of CD-Rs or CD-RWs.) Ex.: If directory name is “01 ABC” = press 1 to go to Directory 01 ABC. If directory name is “1 ABC,” pressing 1 does not work. If directory name is “12 ABC” = press and hold 6 (12) to go to Directory 12 ABC.
To play back files at random (Random Play) You can play back all files on the MP3 disc at random. ENGLISH Selecting MP3 playback modes To skip to the previous directory 1 Press MODE to enter the functions mode while playing an MP3 disc. “MODE” flashes on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons. Press ∞ (down) briefly while playing an MP3 disc.
ENGLISH To play back files repeatedly (Repeat Play) To play back only intros (Intro scan) You can play back the current file or all the files in the current directory repeatedly. You can play back the first 15 seconds of each file sequentially. 1 Press MODE to enter the functions 1 Press MODE to enter the functions mode while playing an MP3 disc. “MODE” flashes on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons. mode while playing an MP3 disc.
2 Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your preference. 1 Select the item you want to adjust. Each time you press the button, the adjustable items change as follows: BAS (bass) VOL (volume) Indication TRE (treble) FAD (loudness) Range –06 (min.) | +06 (max.) TRE Adjust the treble. –06 (min.) | +06 (max.) FAD* Adjust the front and rear speaker balance. R06 (Rear only) | F06 (Front only) BAL Adjust the left L06 (Left only) and right speaker | balance.
ENGLISH Selecting preset sound modes (C-EQ: custom equalizer) Indication USER ROCK You can select a preset sound mode (C-EQ: custom equalizer) suitable to the music genre. CLASSIC 1 POPS HIP HOP Press EQ. The last selected sound mode is recalled and applied to the current sound. Sound mode indicator flashes. Ex.: If you have selected “USER” previously. 2 Select the sound mode you want.
3 Select the item you want to adjust. • See page 23 for details. 4 ENGLISH • When “CEQ LINK” is set to “LINK ON” The selected sound mode can be stored in memory for the current source. Each time you change to the same source, the same sound mode is also recalled and shown on the display. The C-EQ indicator also flashes. • When “CEQ LINK” is set to “LINK OFF” The selected sound mode effect applies to any source. Adjust the level. To increase the level.
ENGLISH OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Setting the clock 1 2 Press and hold SEL (select) for more than 2 seconds so that one of the PSM items appears on the display. (See page 27.) Changing the general settings (PSM) You can change the items listed on the next page by using the PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control. Set the hour. 1 Select “CLOCK H (hour)” if not shown on the display. 2 Adjust the hour. 1 3 To check the current clock time while the unit is turned off, press DISP (display).
5 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other PSM items if necessary. Finish the setting. ENGLISH 4 Preferred Setting Mode (PSM) items 1 2 3 Factory-preset See settings page Set. Hold. Select.
ENGLISH To set the Custom Equalizer Link – CEQ LINK A different sound mode (C-EQ) can be stored in memory for each source so that you can change the sound modes simply by changing the sources. When shipped from the factory, this mode is deactivated. • LINK ON: Different sound modes for different sources. • LINK OFF: One sound mode for all sources. To set the clock display – CLOCK You can set the clock to be shown on the display when the unit is turned on.
To adjust the auxiliary input level – AUX ADJ (only for KD-SX985) Adjust the auxiliary input level properly when an external component is connected to the AUX input jack. When shipped from the factory, the AUX input level is set at level “00.” If the input level of the connected component is not high enough, increase the input level properly. Without adjusting the line input level, you may be surprised at a loud sound when you change the source from the external component to another source.
ENGLISH Assigning names to the sources 3 Select a character. • See below for available characters. This section is only for KD-SX985. You can assign names to station frequencies and discs (both in this unit and in the CD changer). After assigning a name, it will appear on the display when you select the source.
You can detach the control panel when leaving the car. When detaching or attaching the control panel, be careful not to damage the connectors on the back of the control panel and on the panel holder. Attaching the control panel 1 Insert the right side of the control panel into the groove on the panel holder. ENGLISH Detaching the control panel Detaching the control panel Before detaching the control panel, be sure to turn off the power. 2 1 Unlock the control panel.
ENGLISH CD CHANGER OPERATIONS We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series with your unit. If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC car audio dealer for connections. • For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need a cord (KS-U15K) for connecting it to this unit. Before operating your CD automatic changer: • Refer also to the Instructions supplied with your CD changer.
To fast-forward or reverse the track Press and hold ¢ , while playing a disc, to fast-forward the track. Press and hold 4 while playing a disc, to reverse the track. , To go to the next track or the previous tracks Press ¢ briefly, while playing a disc, to go ahead to the beginning of the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the next tracks is located and played back. Press 4 briefly, while playing a disc, to go back to the beginning of the current track.
ENGLISH Selecting CD playback modes Mode RPT Indicator To play back tracks at random (Random Play) RPT1 Lights 1 Press MODE to enter the functions mode while playing a disc. “MODE” flashes on the lower part of the display, and the number buttons work as different function buttons. 2 Press RND (random), while “MODE” flashes on the display, so that “RND1” or “RND2” appears on the display.
EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS ENGLISH Portable MD player, etc. Aux input To select “AUX IN” (component connected to the AUX input jack on the control panel), press and hold CD CD-CH (AUX). Playing an external component You can connect two external components to this unit. Connect one to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied), and the other to the AUX (auxiliary) input jack on the control panel.
What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms General Playback ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Causes • Disc cannot be played back. Disc is inserted upside down. Insert the disc correctly. • Sound is sometimes interrupted. You are driving on rough roads. Stop playback while driving on rough roads. Disc is scratched. Change the disc. Connections are incorrect. Check the cords and connections. • CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back.
Remedies • “NO DISC” appears on the display . No disc in the magazine. Insert a disc. • “RESET 8” appears on the display . This unit is not connected to a CD changer correctly. Connect this unit and the CD changer correctly and press the reset button of the CD changer. • “RESET 1” – “RESET 7” appears on the display. • Disc cannot be played back. ENGLISH Causes CD Changer Symptoms Press the reset button of the CD changer. MP3 files do not have the extension code—mp3 in their file names.
ENGLISH MAINTENANCE Moisture condensation Handling CDs This unit has been designed to reproduce CDs and CD-Rs. Only for KD-SX985: • You can also play back CD Text. • You can also play back your original CD-Rs (Recordable) and CD-RWs (Rewritable) either in audio CD format or in MP3 format. Only for KD-SX885: KD-SX885 is not compatible with MP3. How to handle discs Center holder When removing a disc from its case, press down the center holder of the case and lift the disc out, holding it by the edges.
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION CD PLAYER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front: 50 W per channel Rear: 50 W per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
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ENGLISH A Typical Connections / !"#$ / 1 Connect the colored leads of the power cord to the car battery, speakers and automatic antenna (if any) in the following sequence: 1 Black: ground 2 Yellow: to car battery (constant 12 V) 3 Red: to an accessory terminal 4 Blue: to automatic antenna (250 mA max.) 5 Blue with white stripe: to other equipment (also used when the automatic power antenna requires power – 200 mA max.
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