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Troubleshooting
Symptom Remedy/Cause
General
Sound cannot be heard from the
speakers.
• Adjust the volume to the optimum level.
• Make sure the unit is not muted/paused. (See page 1.)
• Check the cords and connections.
“PROTECT” appears on the display and no
operations can be done.
Check to be sure the terminals of the speaker leads are
covered with insulating tape properly, then reset the
unit. (See page 1.)
If “PROTECT” does not disappear, consult your JVC
car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
This unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (See page 1.)
“AUX IN” cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT>
=
<AUX IN> setting. (See
“Menu operations” on page 3.)
FM/AM
SSM automatic presetting does not work. Store stations manually.
Static noise while listening to the radio. Connect the antenna firmly.
“AM” cannot be selected. Check the <SRC SELECT>
=
<AM> setting. (See “Menu
operations” on page 3.)
Disc playback
Disc cannot be played back. Insert the disc correctly.
• CD-R/CD-RW cannot be played back.
• Tracks on the CD-R/CD-RW cannot be
skipped.
• Insert a finalized CD-R/CD-RW.
• Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW with the component which
you used for recording.
Disc can be neither played back nor
ejected.
• Unlock the disc. (See page 2.)
• Eject the disc forcibly. (See page 1.)
Disc sound is sometimes interrupted. • Stop playback while driving on rough roads.
• Change the disc.
• Check the cords and connections.
“NO DISC” appears on the display. Insert a playable disc into the loading slot.
“PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately
on the display.
Press
0
, then insert a disc correctly.
MP3/WMA playback
Disc cannot be played back. • Use a disc with MP3/WMA tracks recorded in a format
compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2, Romeo, or
Joliet.
• Add the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to the file
names.
Noise is generated. Skip to another track or change the disc. (Do not add
the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> to non-MP3 or
WMA tracks.)
A longer readout time is required
(“READING” keeps flashing on the display).
Do not use too many hierarchical levels and folders.
Tracks are not played back in the order
you have intended.
Playback order is determined when the files are
recorded.
“NO FILE” appears on the display. Selected folder is an empty folder *. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains data
but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate format
or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
The elapsed playing time is not correct. This sometimes occurs during playback. This is caused
by how the tracks are recorded on the disc.
The correct characters are not displayed
(e.g. album name).
This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
USB device playback
Noise is generated. The track played back is not an MP3/WMA track. Skip to
another file. (Do not add the extension code <.mp3>
or <.wma> to non-MP3 or WMA tracks.)
“READING” keeps flashing on the display. • Readout time varies depending on the USB device.
• Do not use too many hierarchy or folders.
• Turn off the power then on again.
• Reattach the USB device again.
“NO FILE” appears on the display. Selected folder is an empty folder*. Select another
folder that contains MP3/WMA tracks.
* Folder that is physically empty or folder that contains
data but does not contain valid MP3/WMA track.
“NOT SUPPORT” appears on the display
and track skips.
Skip to the next track encoded in an appropriate format
or to the next non-copy-protected WMA track.
Tracks/folders are not played back in the
order you have intended.
The playback order is determined by the write-in time
stamp. The first track/folder written into the USB device
will be the first track/folder for playback.
• “CANNOT PLAY” flashes on the display.
• “NO USB” appears on the display.
• The unit cannot detect the USB device.
• Attach a USB device that contains tracks encoded in
an appropriate format.
• Reattach the USB device again.
While playing a track, sound is sometimes
interrupted.
The MP3/WMA tracks have not been properly copied
into the USB device.
Copy MP3/WMA tracks again into the USB device, and
try again.
Correct characters are not displayed (e.g.
album name).
This unit can only display letters (upper case), numbers,
and a limited number of symbols. (See page 2.)
Installation/connection
The fuse blows. Connect the red and black leads correctly.
Power cannot be turned on. Check to make sure the yellow lead is connected.
No sound from the speakers. Check to make sure the speaker output lead is not
shortcircuited.
Sound is distorted. • Check to make sure the speaker output lead is
grounded.
• Check to make sure the “–” terminals of L and R
speakers are grounded in common.
Noise interfere with sounds. Check to make sure the rear ground terminal connected
to the car’s chassis is using shorter and thicker cords.
This unit becomes hot. • Check to make sure the speaker output lead is
grounded.
• Check to make sure the “–” terminals of L and R
speakers are grounded in common.
This unit does not work at all. Reset the unit. (See page 1.)
Specifications
AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power Output:
20 W RMS × 4 Channels at 4 Ω and
≤ 1% THD+N
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
80 dBA (reference: 1 W into 4 Ω)
Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance)
Tone Control Range:
Bass: ±12 dB (60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 200 Hz)
Q1.0, Q1.25, Q1.5, Q2.0
Middle: ±12 dB (0.5 kHz, 1.0 kHz, 1.5 kHz,
2.5 kHz)
Q0.75, Q1.0, Q1.25
Treble: ±12 dB (10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15.0 kHz,
17.5 kHz)
Q (Fixed)
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Line-Out Level/Impedance:
2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Subwoofer-Out Level/Impedance:
2.5 V/20 kΩ load (full scale)
Output Impedance: 1 kΩ
Other Terminal: USB input terminal, AUX
(auxiliary) input jack, Antenna
input, Steering wheel remote
input
TUNER SECTION
Frequency Range:
FM: 87.5 MHz to 107.9 MHz
(with channel interval set to 100 kHz or
200 kHz)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz
(with channel interval set to 50 kHz)
AM: 530 kHz to 1 710 kHz
(with channel interval set to 10 kHz)
531 kHz to 1 602 kHz
(with channel interval set to 9 kHz)
[FM Tuner]
Usable Sensitivity: 9.3 dBf (0.8 μV/75 Ω)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: 16.3 dBf (1.8 μV/75 Ω)
Alternate Channel Selectivity (400 kHz): 65 dB
Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 15 000 Hz
Stereo Separation: 40 dB
[AM Tuner]
Sensitivity/Selectivity: 20 μV/40 dB
CD PLAYER SECTION
Type: Compact disc player
Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup
(semiconductor laser)
Number of channels: 2 channels (stereo)
Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz
Dynamic Range: 96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB
Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit
MP3 Decoding Format: MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3
Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format:
Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps
USB SECTION
USB Standard: USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Data Transfer Rate (Full Speed): Max. 12 Mbps
Compatible Device: Mass storage class
Compatible File System: FAT 32/16/12
Playable Audio Format: MP3/WMA
Max. Current: DC 5 V
500 mA
GENERAL
Power Requirement: Operating Voltage:
DC 14.4 V (11 V to 16 V
allowance)
Grounding System: Negative ground
Allowable Operating Temperature:
0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Dimensions (W × H × D):
Installation Size (approx.):
182 mm × 111 mm × 160 mm
(7-3/16” × 4-3/8” × 6-5/16”)
Panel Size (approx.):
188 mm × 117 mm × 23 mm
(7-7/16” × 4-5/8” × 5/16”)
Mass (approx.): 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs) (excluding
accessories)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
If a kit is necessary for your car, consult your
telephone directory for the nearest car audio
speciality shop.
To play new discs
Remove any rough areas from the
inner and outer edges of the disc.
Do not use the following discs:
• Single CD—8 cm (3-3/16”) disc
• Warped disc
• Disc with sticker and sticker residue
• Disc with stick-on label
• Unusual shape disc
• C-thru Disc (semi-transparent disc)
• Disc with transparent or semi-transparent parts on
its recording area
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit.
Eject the disc and leave the unit turned on for a few
hours until the moisture has evaporated.
To keep discs clean
Wipe in a straight line from center
of disc to edge. Do not use liquid
cleaners, thinners, or benzene.
Maintenance
Having TROUBLE with operation?
Please reset your unit
Still having trouble??
Call 1-800-252-5722 (USA ONLY)
http://www.jvc.com
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