CASSETTE DECK TD-EX90 TD-EX90 CASSETTE DECK REC PAUSE CD REC AUTO REVERSE STANDBY B DOLBY REC C DOLBY REVERSE NR MODE POWER INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LVT0091-001A [J] Cover TD-EX90[J]-1 1 98.6.
Warnings, Cautions and Others 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. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Welcome ! We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before connecting this unit to the wall outlet, please read the instructions carefully to ensure that you obtain the best possible performance. If you have any questions, please consult your JVC dealer. Important cautions Installation of the Unit • • • • • • Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold (Between 5˚C and 35˚C or 41˚F95˚F). Leave sufficient distance between the Unit and a TV.
Table of Contents Welcome ! .......................................................... 3 Important cautions .............................................. 3 For safe use, observe the following ................... 3 Parts Index ......................................................... 5 Front Panel .......................................................... 5 Display ................................................................ 6 Rear Panel ...........................................................
Parts Index Front Panel 11 TD-EX90 10 9 CASSETTE DECK 8 REC PAUSE CD REC 7 AUTO REVERSE DOLBY REVERSE NR MODE STANDBY B DOLBY REC C POWER 6 2 1 1 POWER switch 3 4 5 8 0 button Press to switch the power between ON and STANDBY. STANDBY indicator The indicator is off while the power is ON and lights up when the power is in STANDBY mode. 2 Indicator panel 3 DOLBY NR button Press to open or close the tape tray. 9 7 button Press to stop tape playback or recording.
Display B DOLBY C 1 REC 2 1 Dolby Noise Reduction indicators B: Lights when Dolby NR type B is selected. C: Lights when Dolby NR type C is selected. 2 Reverse mode indicators On: • During playback, both sides of the tape are played repeatedly. • During recording with forward direction( £), one side of the tape will be recorded first then the other side, and stopped. • During recording with reverse direction (™ ), one side of the tape will be recorded and stopped.
Rear Panel RIGHT LEFT IN (REC) ANALOG COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) OUT (PLAY) AC POWER CORD 1 2 3 3 AC POWER CORD receptacle 1 ANALOG input/output jacks Connect the provided AC power cord. Connect to the TAPE input/output jacks of the amplifier/tuner using the provided audio pin cords. Connect the IN (REC) jacks to the OUT (REC) jacks of the amplifier/tuner and the OUT (PLAY) jacks to its IN (PLAY) jacks.
Setting Up the System Supplied Accesories AC power cord x 1 Audio pin cords x 2 Compu Link cable x 1 Caution for Placement Do not place in any of the following ares. • In direct sunlight. • Do not place the CD player on top of the amplifer/tuner. • In a place warmer than 35°C (95F°). • In a bathroom, kitchen or other area with steam, humidity, or hot water. • In a place with lots of static electricity or dust. • In an unstable area.
Connections Amplifier/Tuner INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER / TUNER @ VOLUME BAND S. A. BASS INPUT DIRECT PHONES DOWN UP KEY MODE STANDBY Audio pin cords Always connect the jacks with the plugs of the same colors so as not to mistake the L (Left) and R (Right) connections. Connect the OUT (PLAY) jacks to the IN (PLAY) jacks of the amplifier/tuner, and the IN (REC) jacks to its OUT (REC) jacks.
Playback Tape playback Three tape types including normal (Type I), High position (Type II) and Metal (Type IV) tapes can be played back. The type of tape is identified automatically by the cassette deck. 1 Press 0. The tape tray comes out open. Shortcut: Pressing 0 while the power is in the STANDBY mode automatically switches the power ON and opens the tape tray. 2 Place a tape on the tray, with the side A facing up.
To fast forward or rewind tape: Press 1 or ¡ while tape is in stop mode. The tape indicator blinks at a high speed during fast forward or rewind operation. Fast forward If the current tape transport direction is £, press ¡. If the current tape transport direction is ™, press 1. Rewind If the current tape transport direction is £, press 1. If the current tape transport direction is ™, press ¡.
Recording Tape recording (Basic operation) Three tape types including normal (Type I), High position (Type II) and Metal (Type IV) tapes can be recorded onto. The type of tape is identified automatically by the cassette deck. 1 Load the tape for use in recording, with the side A facing up. Press 0 to open the tape tray, place a tape on it and press 0 to close it. • It is not possible to record onto a cassette tape with the broken accidental erasure tab. Use a cassette the tab of which is not broken.
To let recording pause temporarily: Press REC PAUSE. The tape indicator stops blinking and lights steadily. Press ¤ or ‹ to resume recording. To record continuously on both sides of tape: 1 Load a tape so that you can start recording from the £ direction. 2 Press REVERSE MODE to switch the reverse mode on. Press so that the reverse mode indicator (π) lights up. 3 Prepare recording of the associated components. 4 Press REC PAUSE. 5 Press ‹ to start recording.
CD synchronized recording CDs can be recorded with a simple, one-touch operation. By using the features of the CD player you can easily create an original tape of your favorite music. Be sure to make the Compu Link connection among the EX series components. 1 Load the tape for use in recording. Press 0 to open the tape tray, place a tape on it and press 0 to close it. • It is not possible to record onto a cassette tape with the broken accidental erasure tab. Use a cassette the tab of which is not broken.
MD synchronized recording Synchronized recording makes it possible to start cassette recording in synchronism with the playback of the MD recorder. Be sure to make the Compu Link connection among the EX series components. 1 Load the tape for use in recording. Press 0 to open the tape tray, place a tape on it and press 0 to close it. • It is not possible to record onto a cassette tape with the broken accidental erasure tab. Use a cassette the tab of which is not broken.
COMPU LINK Linked Operation of the Other Optional components (Compu Link) The EX series components can be controlled under linked operation provided by the JVC’s Compu Link remote control system. Compu Link The world of single components, in which you purchase a cassette deck, CD player, amplifier and other components separately and enjoy your own composition, is an effective means for pursuit of high-quality reproduction.
Compu Link-3 features The Compu Link-3 system of the EX series components makes the following operations possible. Shortcut playback Simply selecting an input source of the amplifier/tuner starts playback of the selected source component (CD player, MD recorder or cassette deck). Also, even if you do not touch the amplifier/tuner, starting playback of a source component sets the amplifier’s input source automatically to the played component. * Refer to the instruction manual of the amplifier/tuner.
Additional Information Types of cassette tape This cassette deck incorporates an auto tape select function. The auto tape select function uses the tape-type detection holes to distinguishes which type of tape was inserted, and sets the bias and equalizer to the optimum settings for that tape automatically. The following types of tapes may be used with this cassette deck.
Handling cassette tapes Cautions regarding handling Do not touch the surface of the tape or pull the tape out of the cassette. Tape spooled loosely around the hubs is likely to jam in the pinch rollers and capstans. Before loading the tape into the cassette holder, take up the slack in the tape as shown below.
Troubleshooting If you experience any difficulty with your cassette deck, check the following list for a possible solution before calling for service. If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the cassette deck has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Recording is not possible • • The tabs on the cassette have been removed. • No sound • The deck is set to pause.
Specifications Audio performance Frequency response (–20 dB recording) Signal-to-noise ratio Type IV tape :30 Hz to 17 kHz (40Hz to 17kHz ( 3 dB)) Type I I tape :30 Hz to 16 kHz (40Hz to 16kHz ( 3 dB)) Type I tape :30 Hz to 15 kHz (40Hz to 15kHz ( 3 dB)) 54 dB (S=315 Hz , k3=3% , N=A-weighted , Type IV tape) The S/N is improved by about 15 dB at 500 Hz and by max. 20 dB at 1 kHz to 10 kHz with Dolby C NR on and improved by 5 dB at 1 kHz and by 10 dB at above 5 kHz with Dolby B NR on.
QUALITY SERVICE HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722 Dear customer: In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States, Call 1-800-537—5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain you Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
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 MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. (“The Warranty Period.”) PARTS LABOR 1YR 1YR 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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