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.
LVT1010-003B
[B]
INSTRUCTIONS
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
CA-MXGA77
CA-MXGT88
CA-MXGA77
CA-MXGT88
MP3
MP3
CD
1
DISC CHANGE
DISPLAY
CD
2
CD
3
TUNING
RANDOM
PROGRAM
DUBBING
REC START
/ STOP
CD REC
START
SET
CLOCK
/ TIMER
CANCEL
/ DEMO
SOUND
TURBO
TAPE A /B
REPEAT
PHONES
TUNING
COMPACT
COMPONENT
SYSTEM
MX-GA77
ROCK
PO P
CLASSIC
DA NCE
HALL
STADIUM
SO
UND MODE
V O L U M E
EJECT
EJECT
SUBWOOFER LEVEL
PRESET
BEEP
ECO
STANDBY
DISPLAY MODE RDS MODE
SELECT
CD
1
DISC CHANGE
DISPLAY
CD
2
CD
3
TUNING
RANDOM
PROGRAM
DUBBING
REC START
/ STOP
CD REC
START
SET
CLOCK
/ TIMER
CANCEL
/ DEMO
SOUND
TURBO
TAPE A /B
REPEAT
PHONES
TUNING
COMPACT
COMPONENT
SYSTEM
MX-GT88
ROCK
PO P
CLASSIC
DAN CE
HALL
STADIUM
SO
UND MODE
V O L U M E
EJECT
EJECT
SUBWOOFER LEVEL
PRESET
BEEP
ECO
STANDBY
DISPLAY MODE RDS MODE
SELECT
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
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.
1.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.
CAUTION: Invisible laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to
beam.
3.
CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Caution
switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The
power can be remote controlled.
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.
Front view
Side view
1 cm
1 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
15 cm
10 cm
CA-MXGT88
CA-MXGA77
CA-MXGT88
CA-MXGA77
IMPORTANT for the U.K.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug
fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the
cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appro-
priate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved
type, as originally fitted.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse
and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow
the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked
with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green
or green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue :
Neutral
Brown :
Live
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
REPRODUCTION OF LABELS
1 CLASSIFICATION LABEL, PLACED ON EXTERIOR SURFACE
2 WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT
CAUTION: Invisible laser
radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
(e)
VARNING: Osynlig laser-
strålning när denna del är
öppnad och spärren är
urkopplad.
Betrakta
ej
strålen.
(s)
ADVARSEL: Usynlig laser-
stråling ved åbning, når
sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude
af funktion. Undgå udsæt-
telse for stråling
(d)
VARO: Avattaessa ja suo-
jalukitus ohitettaessa olet
alttiina
näkymättömälle
lasersäteilylle. Älä katso
säteeseen.
(f)
CAUTION
·
Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspa-
per 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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
"SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT"
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment,
care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment)
are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or
changing connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any wayswitch off,
withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation
or has a standby mode.
Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this.
Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is
illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws -- to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's
approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL
-- NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -this could result
in a fatal electrical shock.;
-- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind
-- it is better to be safe than sorry!
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Introduction
About This Manual
This manual is organized as follows:
· The manual mainly explains operations using the
buttons and controls on the unit. You can also use the
buttons on the remote control if they have the same or
similar names (or marks) as those on the unit.
If operation using the remote control is different from
that using the unit, it is then explained.
· Basic and common information that is the same for many
functions is grouped in one place, and is not repeated in
each procedure. For instance, we do not repeat the
information about turning on/off the unit, setting the
volume, changing the sound effects, and others, which are
explained in the section "Common Operations" on pages 9
to 11.
· The following marks are used in this manual:
Gives you warnings and cautions to prevent
damage or risk of fire/electric shock.
Also gives you information which is not good
for obtaining the best possible performance
from the unit.
Gives you information and hints you had better
know.
Precautions
Installation
· Do not grasp the control knobs when moving or carrying
the unit.
· Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor
too cold--between 5°C and 35°C.
· Install the unit in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent internal heat built-up in the unit.
· Leave sufficient distance between the unit and the TV.
· Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference
with TV.
DO NOT install the unit in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or vibration.
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.
Power sources
· When unplugging from the wall outlet, always pull the
plug, not the AC power cord.
DO NOT handle the AC power cord with wet
hands.
Moisture condensation
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the unit in the
following cases:
· After starting heating in the room
· In a damp room
· If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm place
Should this occur, the unit may malfunction. In this case,
leave the unit turned on for a few hours until the moisture
evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then plug it in
again.
Others
· Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the unit,
unplug the unit and consult your dealer before operating
any further.
· If you are not going to operate the unit for an extended
period of time, unplug the AC power cord from the wall
outlet.
DO NOT disassemble the unit since there are no
user serviceable parts inside.
If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC power cord and
consult your dealer.
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Contents
Location of the Buttons and Controls ....................... 3
Front Panel ................................................................. 3
Remote Control .......................................................... 5
Getting Started ............................................................ 6
Unpacking .................................................................. 6
Putting the Batteries into the Remote Control ........... 6
Connecting Antennas ................................................. 6
Connecting Speakers .................................................. 7
Connecting Other Equipment ..................................... 8
Canceling the Display Demonstration ....................... 8
Common Operations .................................................. 9
Turning On or Off the Power ....................................... 9
Saving the Power Consumption While on Standby
--ECO Mode ........................................................ 9
Setting the Clock ........................................................ 9
Selecting the Sources ................................................... 9
Adjusting the Volume ............................................... 10
Reinforcing the Bass Sound ..................................... 10
Enjoying the Heavy Sound ....................................... 10
Selecting the Sound Modes ...................................... 11
Turning On or Off the Key-touch Tone .................... 11
Listening to the Radio .............................................. 12
Tuning in to a Station--Auto Search ....................... 12
Presetting Stations .................................................... 12
Tuning in to a Preset Station .................................... 12
Receiving FM Stations with RDS ............................ 13
Changing the RDS Information ............................... 13
Searching for Programs by PTY Codes
(PTY Search) ...................................................... 13
Switching Temporarily to a Program Type
of Your Choice .................................................... 14
Playing Back CDs ..................................................... 15
Loading CDs ............................................................ 15
Playing Back CDs--All Disc and One Disc ............ 15
Basic CD Operations ................................................ 17
Changing the MP3 Playback Mode .......................... 19
Turning On or Off the Resume Play for MP3 Disc .. 19
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks
--Program Play .................................................. 20
Playing at Random--Random Play ......................... 21
Repeating Tracks or CDs--Repeat Play .................. 21
Prohibiting Disc Ejection--Carrousel Lock ............ 21
Playing Back Tapes ................................................... 22
Playing Back a Tape ................................................. 22
Recording .................................................................. 23
Recording a Tape on Deck B .................................... 23
Dubbing Tapes .......................................................... 24
CD Synchronized Recording ..................................... 24
Using the Timers ....................................................... 25
Using Daily Timer .................................................... 25
Using Recording Timer ............................................ 27
Using Sleep Timer .................................................... 28
Timer Priority ........................................................... 28
Maintenance .............................................................. 29
Additional Information ............................................ 30
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 31
Specifications ............................................................. 32
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