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How to cancel the
demonstration
Press and hold CANCEL/
DEMO button while
on standby. (Refer to
the attached sheet
“Information about the
demonstration function”.)
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
MX-KC68
— Consists of CA-MXKC68, SP-MXKC68F
and SP-MXKC68W
MX-KC38
— Consists of CA-MXKC38, SP-MXKC38
Connections
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
Basic and Common Operations
Supplied Accessories
After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in
parentheses indicates the quantity of each piece supplied.
• Remote control (x 1) • Batteries (x 2)
• AM loop antenna (x 1) • FM antenna (x 1)
• AC plug adapter (x 1) (not supplied for Australia)
If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.
Precautions
Playing Back a Disc
Notes on the power cord
• When you are away on travel or otherwise for an extended period of time, remove the plug
from the wall outlet. A small amount of power (1.00 W or less) is always consumed while the
power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the System or moving the System.
• Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put anything heavy on it, which may cause fire,
electric shock, or other accidents.
• If the cord is damaged, consult a dealer and have the power cord replaced with a new one.
Avoid moisture, water, dust, and high temperatures
• Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.
INSTRUCTIONS
GVT0243-016B [A/UJ/UW/US]
0510WMKMDWJMM
©2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited
This System can play back...
– CD.
– CD-R/CD-RW recorded in audio CD format (CD-DA) or recorded MP3/WMA files
in ISO 9660 format.
• When playing back an MP3 or WMA track, MP3 or WMA indicator lights on the
display.
Loading a Disc
1
On the System only
Press to open the disc tray.
2
• When using an 8 cm disc, place it on the
inner circle of the disc tray.
3
Press to close the disc tray.
Basic Disc Operations
To
Press
On the
System
On the
remote
Play back
the disc
• Current track number and elapsed
playing time appear on the main
display.
For MP3/WMA files: Before current
track number and elapsed playing
time appear, the tag information is
scrolled if it is recorded.
• During playback, press again to
pause.
Stop
playback
• While playback is stopped, total track
number and total playing time (for
MP3/WMA files, group number and
track number) appear on the main
display.
Select a
track
Press to select the next tracks.
Press to go back to the beginning of
the current or previous tracks.
Select a
track
number
—
• To select number 5, press 5.
• To select number 25, press 10, 2,
then 5.
Forward
search/
Reverse
search
Press and hold to fast-forward the track
during playback.
Press and hold to fast-reverse the track
during playback.
NOTE
• If no disc is inserted, “NO DISC” appears on the main display.
Play mode indicators
(See page 4.)
Main display
Display Settings
To
Press
On the
System
On the
remote
Set the Save
mode
—
Press when the System is on standby.
• Setting the Save mode allows you
to reduce power consumption by
turning the display off while on
standby.
To cancel this function, press again.
Changing the
display
brightness
—
Press repeatedly to select a brightness
level.
DIMMER 1
DIMMER 2
DIMMER OFF
Changing the
display
information
(Clock and
source)
—
Press briefly.
For setting the clock, see “Setting the
Clock and Using Timers” on page 7.
Display Information
Sound Turbo indicator (See the left table.)Timer mode indicators
(See page 7.)
File type indicators
(See page 4.)
Basic Operations
To
Press
On the
System
On the
remote
Turn on or off
(standby) the
power
The STANDBY lamp on the System
turns off/on.
Select a
source
See “Playing Back a Disc” on page 4.
See “Listening to iPod” on page 6.
Press repeatedly to select “FM,” “AM,” or
“AUDIO IN”.
• For “FM” and “AM,” see “Listening to
FM and AM Broadcasts” on page 5.
• For “AUDIO IN,” see “Listening to
Digital Audio Player” on page 6.
Adjust the
volume
You can adjust the volume level from
level 0 (“VOLUME MIN”) to level 31
(“VOLUME MAX”).
Drop the
volume in a
moment
—
To restore the volume, press again, or
adjust the volume level.
FM reception indicators
(See page 5.)
Playing Repeatedly—Repeat Play
1
Press repeatedly to specify the repeat mode as follows:
REP 1 Repeats the current (or specified) track.
REP
Repeats all tracks in the current group (MP3/
WMA only).
REP ALL Repeats all tracks.
(Off) Normal playback
2
RESUME Play (for MP3/WMA only)
When you stop the playback by one of the following operations, this System
stores the beginning of the stopped track on the disc.
– Pressing 7 once
– Changing the source
When you start playback again, playback starts from the stored position.
To clear the stored position, turn off the System.
• Opening the disc tray also clears the stored position.
NOTE
This function does not work in program play and random play.
• If water gets inside the System, turn off the power and remove the plug from the wall outlet,
then consult your dealer. Using the System in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock.
• Do not expose the System to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.
Notes on installation
• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold between 5˚C and 35˚C.
• Do not install the System in a place subject to vibrations.
• Do not put heavy objects on the System.
To prevent malfunction or damage of the System
• Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires, hairpins, coins, etc. into the System.
• Do not block the vents.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer.
Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F)
Subwoofer level indicator (See the left table.)
Sound mode indicator (See the left table.)A.STBY (Auto Standby)
indicator (See page 4.)
Using Headphones
Be sure to turn down the volume
before connecting or putting on the
headphones.
• Connecting the headphones will
deactivate the speakers.
• Sound adjustments also affect the sound
through the headphones.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Sound Adjustment
To
Press
On the
System
On the
remote
Reinforce the
heavy sound
• Sound Turbo indicator lights up.
To cancel this function, press again.
Select a
sound mode
Press repeatedly to select a sound
mode you want.
Change the
subwoofer
level (only for
MX-KC68)
—
Press repeatedly to select a subwoofer
level.
: SUBWOOFER1
: SUBWOOFER2
: SUBWOOFER3
NOTE
DO NOT turn off (standby) the System with the volume set to an extremely high
level; otherwise, the sudden blast of sound can damage your hearing, speakers
and/or headphones when you turn on the System or start playback.
(Off)
Programming the Playing Order—Program Play
1
Press before you start playback.
• The PROG (program) indicator lights on the display.
2
• For MP3/WMA files: select a group number, then a
track number.
• For CD: select a track number.
3
Repeat step 2 to program other tracks you want.
• If you try to program a 51st track, “FULL” will appear on the main display.
4
The tracks are played back in the programmed order.
To Operate on the Program Play Mode
To Pre ss
Check the
programmed
contents
or
Press while playback is stopped.
Add tracks Repeat step 2 above while playback is stopped.
Erase the last
track
Press while playback is stopped.
• The track number and the program
number of the new last track appear on
the main display.
Erase the entire
program
Press and hold for 2 seconds.
Exit from
program play
Press while playback is stopped.
Playing at Random—Random Play
1
Press before you start playback.
• The RND (random) indicator lights on the display.
2
Playback starts in random order.
Random Play ends when all tracks are played back.
To Operate on the Random Play Mode
To Press
Skip a track
• 4 goes back to the beginning of the
current track.
Exit from
random play
Press once while playback is stopped.
Press until the A.STBY indicator lights
on the display.
• The A.STBY indicator starts flashing
on the display after playback stops.
If no operation is done for about 3
minutes, the System turns off.
• The AUTO STANDBY function also works in the
following cases:
– “IPOD” is selected as the source and no iPod is
connected to the System.
– “AUDIO IN” is selected as the source and no
equipment is connected to the AUDIO IN
terminal.
• The AUTO STANDBY function does not work
when “FM” or “AM” is selected as the source.
To cancel this function, press again.
Prohibiting Disc Ejection
You can lock the disc tray so that no one can eject
the loaded disc.
• This is possible while the System is on standby
and the disc tray is closed.
On the System only
Press and hold
To Select a Group (for MP3/WMA only)
1
Press briefly.
2
Select a group number.
3
Select a track number.
• You can use also 4 or ¢ buttons.
To a wall outlet
Plug the AC power cord only after
all connections are complete.
• If the wall outlet does not match
the AC plug, use the supplied AC
plug adapter (not applicable for
Australia).
AM loop antenna (supplied)
Turn it until the best
reception is obtained.
To assemble the AM loop antenna (supplied)
To connect the speaker cords
Make sure all speakers are connected correctly and firmly.
When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarity
of the speaker terminals:
• Main speakers: blue cord to (+) and black cord to (–)
• Subwoofer: red cord to (+) and black cord to (–)
NOTES
• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to each
terminal.
• DO NOT allow the conductor of the speaker cords to be
in touch with
the metallic
parts of the
System.
NOTE
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not
touch any other terminals, connecting cords
and power cord. Also, keep the antennas
away from metallic parts of the System,
connecting cords, and the AC power cord.
This could cause poor reception.
Outdoor FM antenna
(not supplied)
For better FM reception
Disconnect the supplied FM antenna, and connect to an
outdoor FM antenna using a 75 Ω wire with coaxial type
connector.
To connect the FM antenna (supplied)
Extend it so that you can obtain the best reception.
To connect the AM loop antenna
Main speaker Main speaker
Subwoofer
(Only for MX-KC68)
To the
subwoofer
To the left
speaker
To the right
speaker
FM antenna
(supplied)
Stereo mini plug
PHONES jack
Point at the remote sensor on the front panel.
(The operating range is approx. 7 m.)
CAUTION:
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Prepare the Remote Control
Insert the battery into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and –) correctly.
• If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.
Getting Started
To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure.
Turning off the System Automatically
—AUTO STANDBY function
Mains (AC) Line Instruction (not applicable for Australia)
Main unit (rear)
CAUTION for mains (AC) line
BEFORE PLUGGING IN, do check that your mains (AC) line voltage corresponds with the position of the voltage selector switch
provided on the outside of this equipment and, if different, reset the voltage selector switch, to prevent from a damage or risk
of fire/electric shock.
To the left
speaker
To the right
speaker
MX-KC68 MX-KC38
Subwoofer is only available
for MX-KC68.
STANDBY lamp
NOTE
The remote control illustrations of MX-KC68 are used in this instruction manual.
CAUTION
The button in any position does not disconnect the
mains line.
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off
completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights
red (except when the power is supplied using batteries.)
• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes
off.
The power can be remote controlled. However, when the
power is supplied using batteries, the system cannot be
turned on by remote control.
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.
[European Union only]
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or cabinet. There
are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
3. CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser
radiation when open. Do not view directly with optical
instruments.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED
INSIDE THE UNIT.
CAUTION:
Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones
can cause hearing loss.
CAUTION:
• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If
the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a
newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get
out.)
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
• When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws governing the
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping
or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
1. Front: No obstructions and open spacing.
2. Sides/Top/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.
3. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of
10 cm or more.
15 cm 1 cm 1 cm
1 cm
15 cm
15 cm
10 cm
15 cm
15 cm
SP-MXKC68F
CA-MXKC68
SP-MXKC68F SP-MXKC68W
CA-MXKC68
Front
Side
Warnings, Cautions and Others
SP-MXKC38 CA-MXKC38 SP-MXKC38 CA-MXKC38