FS-S57 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM FS-S57 —Consists of CA-FSS57 and SP-FSS57 MP3 5-CD CHANGER, PLAY & EXCHANGE STANDBY/ON AHB PRO DISC SELECT CD CD1 CD2 VOLUME 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 PLAY MODE AUX/DVD TREBLE 7 REPEAT FM/AM BASS 10 CD3 CD4 CD5 9 +10 DISPLAY CLOCK/ TIMER SLEEP BASS DISC UP TREBLE SET DISC DOWN CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT FM MODE A.
Warnings, Cautions and Others Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
1 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2 CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3 CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 4 REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE UNIT. 1 PRODUIT LASER CLASSE 1 2 ATTENTION: N’ouvrez pas le couvercle supérieur.
Introduction We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference. About This Manual This manual is organized as follows: • This manual mainly explains operations using the buttons on the remote control.
Contents Location of the Buttons and Controls ............................. 3 Front Panel ................................................................................ 3 Remote Control ......................................................................... 5 Getting Started .................................................................. 6 Unpacking ................................................................................. Connecting Antennas ..................................................
Location of the Buttons and Controls Become familiar with the buttons and controls on your unit. Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 p e r t AHB PRO DISC SELECT CD CD1 PLAY MODE AUX/DVD TREBLE REPEAT FM/AM BASS CD2 CD3 CD4 VOLUME y CD5 u q 5-CD 5-CD CHANGER, PLAY&EXCHANGE w PHONES Front panel See pages in parentheses for details.
Continued Display window on the front panel 1 3 2 1 CD 2 3 PRGM RANDOM 4 5 CD ALL 4 5 6 7 AHB PRO AUTO STEREO SLEEP STANDBY MONO 8 DAILY Display window See pages in parentheses for details.
Location of the Buttons and Controls (continued) Remote Control See pages in parentheses for details. STANDBY/ON 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 DISPLAY 7 8 9 CLOCK/ TIMER +10 SLEEP 8 9 p 10 q UP BASS TREBLE w 2 3 SET DOWN CANCEL e 4 5 3/8 CD FM/AM AUX REPEAT FM MODE CD 1 r PLAY MODE CD 2 CD 3 6 A.
Getting Started Unpacking Continued To connect an outdoor FM antenna Before connecting it, disconnect the supplied FM antenna. After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of each piece supplied. Outdoor FM antenna (not supplied) • FM antenna (1) • AM loop antenna (1) • Remote control (1) • Batteries (2) If any item is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
Getting Started (continued) Connecting Speakers AM antenna To connect speakers 1 You can connect the speakers using the speaker cords. 1 ANTENNA 2 3,4 Vinyl-covered wire (not supplied) SPEAKERS 2 RIGHT LEFT Speaker cord Speaker cord AM loop antenna (supplied) 1 Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM LOOP terminals as illustrated. 2 Turn the AM loop antenna until you have the best reception.
To remove the speaker grilles The speaker grilles are removable as illustrated below: Holes Projections NOW you are ready to plug in the unit and any other connected equipment. IMPORTANT: Be sure to check that all connections have been made before plugging in the power cord. Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control Speaker grille Insert the batteries—R6(SUM-3)/AA(15F)—into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and –) on the batteries with the + and – marking on the battery compartment.
Basic and Common Operations Setting the Clock To show the clock when the unit is turned on Before operating the unit any further, first set the unit’s clock. When you plug in the power cord, “AM 12:00” starts flashing on the display. You can set the clock when the unit is either turned on or in standby mode. On the remote control ONLY: Press DISPLAY. The clock indication appears on the display. DISPLAY To return to the normal display, press DISPLAY again.
Continued Turning On the Power STANDBY/ON To turn on the unit, press STANDBY/ON (or on the unit). The STANDBY/ON lamp on the unit lights green. • When you press the source button—3/8 CD, FM/AM and AUX (or AUX/DVD on the unit), the unit automatically turns on and starts playback if the source is ready. • Pressing one of the disc eject buttons (CD10 – CD50) also turns on the unit. (See page 15.
Basic and Common Operations (continued) Adjusting the Volume Reinforcing the Bass Sound You can adjust the volume level only while the unit is turned on. The volume level can be adjusted between “VOLUME MIN” and “VOLUME 1” – “VOLUME 40 (VOLUME MAX).” The richness and fullness of the bass sound is clearly maintained regardless of how low you set the volume —Active Hyper Bass Pro. • This function also affects the sound from headphones.
Adjusting the Tone Changing the Display Brightness You can adjust the bass level (low frequency range) and the treble level (high frequency range) within a range of “–5” to “+5.” When shipped, each level is set to “+2.” • This function also affects the sound from headphones. • There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start again from step 1. You can change the display brightness only while the unit is turned on.
Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts Tuning in to a Station 1 Press FM/AM to select either “FM” Presetting Stations You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations manually. FM/AM or “AM.” The unit automatically turns on and tunes in to the previously received station—either FM or AM. • Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM. In some cases, test frequencies have been already stored for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset function before shipment.
4 Press SET again. SET “STORED” appears on the display for a while. To tune in to a preset station directly using the number buttons On the remote control ONLY: The tuned station in step 1 is stored in the preset number selected in step 3. • Storing a new station on an already assigned number erases the previously stored one. When you unplug the AC power cord or if a power failure occurs The FM and AM preset stations will be erased in a day. If this happens, preset the stations again.
Playing Back Discs on the 5-CD Changer This unit has been designed to play back the following discs—CD, CD-R, and CD-RW. You can play back the discs containing the tracks in music CD format or MP3 files in ISO 9660 format. • In this instruction, we call a disc recorded MP3 files “MP3 disc,” and “file” is also referred to as “track.” When playing CD-Rs or CD-RWs • Before playing CD-Rs or CD-RWs, read their instructions or cautions carefully.
Continued To stop play for a moment, press 3/8 CD. While pausing, the elapsed playing time flashes on the display. To resume play, press 3/8 CD again. Playing Back All the Entire Discs —Continuous Play You can play discs continuously. 1 Load discs into the 5-CD Changer. 2 Select a disc and start playback. To stop during play, press 7. On the remote control: To remove discs, press the corresponding disc eject buttons (CD10 – CD50) on the unit. CD 1 Press one of the disc number buttons (CD 1 – CD 5).
Playing Back Discs on the 5-CD Changer (continued) Basic Disc Operations To go to another track directly using the number buttons To exchange a disc during playback of another disc On the remote control ONLY: On the unit ONLY: Press the disc eject buttons (CD10 – CD50) to eject a disc not currently playing. CD1 CD2 CD3 CD4 CD5 If discs are exchanged during playback, playback will stop after playing all newly inserted discs.
Continued 5 Program other tracks you want. Programing the Track Playing Order —Program Play You can arrange the order in which the tracks play before you start playing. You can program up to 100 tracks. On the remote control ONLY: • If the current playing source is not “CD,” press 3/8 CD, then 7 before going to the next step.
Playing Back Discs on the 5-CD Changer (continued) Playing at Random—Random Play Repeating Tracks or Discs—Repeat Play The tracks of all loaded discs will play at random. You can repeat each track, each disc, or all discs in the 5-CD Changer as many times as you like. You can also repeat your program. 1 Load discs into the 5-CD Changer. Press REPEAT repeatedly during or before playing. • If the current playing source is not “CD,” press 3/8 CD, then 7 before going to the next step.
Using the Timers Two timers are available—Daily Timer and Sleep Timer. • Before using these timers, make sure the built-in clock is set correctly (see page 9). Using the Daily Timer Continued On the remote control ONLY: 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER. CLOCK/ TIMER The (timer) indicator lights up and the timer mode indicator (DAILY) flashes on the display. The unit enters the on-time setting mode. You can set the timer when the unit is either turned on or in standby mode.
Using the Timers (continued) 4 Press UP or DOWN to select the timer mode and the source to play, then press CLOCK/TIMER. UP DOWN • Each time you press UP or DOWN, the timer mode and the source to play change as follows: DAILY TIMER CD CLOCK/ TIMER DAILY TIMER TUNER • “DAILY TIMER TUNER”: tunes in to the last station you have been listening to (Daily Timer). = go to step 6. 5 When selecting “DAILY TIMER CD” in step 4, select the disc number to play or Program Play.
Using the Sleep Timer With the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep listening to your favorite music or radio program. • You can set the Sleep Timer only when the unit is turned on. How the Sleep Timer actually works The unit automatically turns off after the specified length of time passes. If you set the Sleep Timer after the Daily Timer starts playing the selected source The Daily timer is canceled. The unit turns off when the Sleep Timer shut-off time comes.
Maintenance To get the best performance of the unit, keep your discs clean. Handling discs • Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the edge while pressing the center hole lightly. • Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the disc. • Put the disc back in its case after use to prevent warping. General Notes In general, you will have the best performance by keeping your discs clean. • Store discs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on shelves.
Specifications Amplifier Section—CA-FSS57 Output Power: 74 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. Analog input sensitivity/Impedance (at 1 kHz) AUX/DVD: 400 mV/48 kΩ Speakers/Impedance: 6 Ω – 16 Ω General Power requirement: Power consumption: AC 120 V , 60 Hz 110 W (at operation) 17 W (on standby) 1.4 W (in power save mode) Dimensions (W/H/D) (approx.): 175 mm x 239.5 mm x 378 mm (6 15/16 in. x 9 1/2 in. x 14 15/16 in.) Mass (approx.): 7.
LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO-1 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ("The Warranty Period") PARTS 1 LABOR YR 1 YR THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.
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