JVC KW-XC838 User Manual Page 1

CD/CASSETTE RECEIVER‡§√◊ËÕ߇≈àπ CD KW-XC838ENGLISHLVT0995-001A[U]SOUNDVOLVOLSOURCERFUDATTINSTRUCTIONS§”·π–π”For installation and connections, refer to

10ENGLISHTuning in to a preset stationYou can easily tune in to a preset station.Remember that you must store stations first. Ifyou have not stored th

11ENGLISHOther convenient tuner functionsScanning broadcast stations1Select “SCAN.”* When receiving an FM stereo broadcast.2Start scanning.Each time

12ENGLISHCD OPERATIONSPlaying a CD1Insert a disc into the loading slot.The unit turns on,draws in the CDand starts playbackautomatically.\Current trac

13ENGLISHPress ¢ briefly whileplaying a CD, to go ahead tothe beginning of the nexttrack. Each time you pressthe button consecutively, thebeginning o

14ENGLISHSelecting CD playback modesTo play back tracks repeatedly(Repeat Play)You can play back the current track repeatedly.1 Press MODE repeatedly

15ENGLISHProhibiting CD ejectionYou can prohibit CD ejection and can “lock” a CDin the loading slot.While pressing CD/CH, pressand hold CD 0 for more

16ENGLISHWhat is MP3?MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture ExpertsGroup (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3*. MP3 is simplya file format with a data compressio

17ENGLISH: Root: Directories: MP3 filesMP3 directory/file configurationNote:There is no limit on the number of the hierarchy levels (nesteddirectories

18ENGLISHRefer also to “CD OPERATIONS” on pages 12 to15.Playing an MP3 disc1Insert an MP3 disc into the loadingslot.The unit turns on, drawsin an MP3

19ENGLISHTo change the display informationWhile playing back an MP3 file,you can change the fileinformation shown on the display.Each time you press D

2ENGLISHIMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTSPrecautions:1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT2.CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated

20ENGLISHTo go to a particular directory directlyIMPORTANT:To directly select the directories using thenumber button(s), it is required thatdirectorie

21ENGLISHTo play back tracks at random(Random Play)1 Press MODE repeatedly until“RANDOM” appears.2 Press SEL.Each time you press thebutton, random pla

22ENGLISHTAPE OPERATIONSListening to a tapeYou can play back type 1 (normal) tapes.1Insert a cassette into the cassettecompartment.The unit turns on a

23ENGLISHTo stop play and eject the cassettePress TAPE 0.Tape play stops and the cassette automaticallyejects from the cassette compartment.If you cha

24ENGLISHOther convenient tapefunctionsSkipping blank portions on the tapeYou can skip blank portions between the tunes(Blank Skip).1 Press MODE repea

ENGLISH25SOUND ADJUSTMENTSReinforcing the bass soundYou can also adjust the level of Super Bass.1Select “S.BASS.”2Adjust the level within the range of

26ENGLISHSelecting preset sound modesYou can select a preset sound adjustmentsuitable to the music genre.1Select “EQ.”2Select the sound mode.The sound

ENGLISH273Adjust the selected sound element.• Refer to the tablebelow for adjusting theselected soundelement.Indication RangeLOW FREQ. 50 Hz , 80 Hz ,

28ENGLISHLEVEL METER SETTINGSelecting level meter patternsYou can select one from 7 different level meterpatterns or a demonstration of all the patter

ENGLISH29OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONSAbout the demonstration mode(DEMO MODE)When shipped from the factory, “DEMO” is set to“DEMO ON” in this unit. The demonst

ENGLISH3How to reset your unit ... 2LOCATION OF THE BUTTONS ... 4Control panel ...

30ENGLISHChanging general settings (PSM)You can change the settings for this unit by usingthe PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) control.Basic Procedure• Th

ENGLISH31Preferred Setting Mode (PSM) items DEMO OFF DEMO ON DEMO ON 31Back AdvanceBack AdvanceCLOCK OFF CLOCK ON CLOCK OFF 31DIM OFF DIM ONDIM AUTO

32ENGLISHNotes:• If the current source is CD changer or externalcomponent, this setting does not appear.• For connecting the Line Input Adapter KS-U57

ENGLISH33Assigning names to the sourcesYou can assign names to station frequencies,CDs, and the external component connected tothe auxiliary (AUX) inp

34ENGLISHEXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONSYou can connect two external components to thisunit.Connect one to the auxiliary (AUX) input jack onthe control

ENGLISH35CD CHANGER OPERATIONSWe recommended that you use one of the CH-Xseries with your unit (except for JVC MP3compatible CD changer.)If you have a

36ENGLISHTo go to a particular disc directlyPress the number button corresponding to thedisc number to start its playback (while CDchanger is playing)

ENGLISH37To play back only intro (Intro scan)1 Press MODE repeatedly until“INTRO” appears.2 Press SEL.Each time you press thebutton, CD intro scan mod

38ENGLISHThe function below is also provided to ensurethe longer life of the cassette deck.Ignition key-off releaseWhen you turn off the ignition key

ENGLISH39Center holderMoisture condensationMoisture may condense on the lens inside theCD player in the following cases:• After starting the heater in

4ENGLISHLOCATION OF THE BUTTONSControl panelControl panel1 Display window2 CD loading slot3ATT/ (standby/on / attenuator) button4 DISP (display) butto

40ENGLISHTROUBLESHOOTINGWhat appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a servicecenter.Symptoms• Sound is

ENGLISH41Symptoms• Disc cannot be playedback.• Files skip, or 00’00”appears and playbackstops.• Noise is generated.• A longer readout time isrequired

42ENGLISHSymptoms• A cassette tape cannot beinserted.• Cassette tapes become hot.• Tape sound is at very lowlevel and sound quality isdegraded.•“NO MA

ENGLISH43SPECIFICATIONSAUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTIONMaximum Power Output:Front: 45 W per channelRear: 45 W per channelContinuous Power Output (RMS):Front: 1

1LVT0995-003A[U]JVC1202MNMMDWJEINEN, CH,TH,ARENGLISH• This unit is designed to operate on 12 volts DC,NEGATIVE ground electrical systems.INSTALLATION

21Remove the audio system originally installed.Note: Be sure to keep all the screws and partsremoved from your car. They are to beused in the future.2

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4PRECAUTIONS on power supplyand speaker connections:• DO NOT connect the speaker leads of thepower cord to the car battery; otherwise,the unit will be

ENGLISH51 Functions the same as the ATT/ buttonon the main unit.2 • Changes the band while listening to theradio.• Skips to the first file of the next

6ENGLISHPreparing the remote controllerBefore using the remote controller:• Aim the remote controller directly at the remotesensor on the main unit. M

ENGLISH7BASIC OPERATIONSNote:When you use this unit for the firsttime, set the built-in clock correctly, seepage 29.1Turn on the power.“HELLO!” appear

8ENGLISHRADIO OPERATIONSListening to the radioYou can use either automatic searching or manualsearching to tune in to a particular station.Searching f

9ENGLISHStoring stations in memoryYou can use one of the following methods tostore broadcasting stations in memory.• Automatic preset: SSM (Strong-sta