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CD PORTABLE SYSTEM RC-EZ38S STANDBY / TAPE STOP/ ENTER RANDOM REPEAT MUTING SLEEP REMOTE CONTROL UNIT INSTRUCTIONS MENU/ FM MODE TUNER/ BAND PROGRAM PRESET For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No which are located either on the rear, bot- tom or side of the cabinet.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. For Canada/pour le Canada THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED...
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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. ATTENTION Afin d’èviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’lncendie. etc.: 1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le coffret de l’appareil.
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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.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit. CONTENTS FEATURES ... 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 1 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ... 2 POWER SUPPLY ...
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Do not use this unit in direct sunlight or leave the unit in a closed automobile (or yacht, etc.) where it would be exposed to high temperatures above 40°C (104°F). 1 Avoid using the unit in the following places: •...
Supplied power cord AC outlet CAUTIONS: • Use only with the JVC power cord provided with this unit to avoid malfunction or damage to the unit. Remove batteries when using the power cord. • Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet when going out or when the unit is not in use for an extended period of time.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing batteries 1 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control unit. 2 Insert two AAA (UM-4)/R03-size batteries (not supplied). Insert the batteries with the ª and · terminals matching the indication inside the battery compartment.
TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON button Press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn the unit on. You can also press the STANDBY/ON the remote control unit. The display window lights up when the unit is turned on. (Note, however, that the display window does not light even when the unit is turned on if the unit is operated on batteries.) The unit comes on ready to play the source...
SETTING THE CLOCK Before operating the unit any further, first set the clock built in this unit. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. 1 Press STANDBY/ON to turn on.
ADJUSTING THE SOUND PHONES (on the rear) Adjusting the volume Press VOLUME + or VOLUME – to increase or decrease the volume. You can press VOL 5 or VOL ∞ on the remote control unit to increase or decrease the volume respectively. The volume level can be adjusted in 41 steps (VOLUME MIN, 01, 02, ...
PLAYING COMPACT DISCS Notes on compact discs This unit has been designed only to play back the following CDs. • Digital audio CD • Recordable digital audio CD (CD-R) • Rewritable digital audio CD (CD-RW) When playing a CD-R or CD-RW You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW recorded in music CD format or in MP3 or WMA format.
PLAYING COMPACT DISC 1 Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc door. 2 Load a disc with the label side facing up and close the disc door. • 8-cm CD can be played on the unit without an adapter. The following indications are displayed. Track number 001 00:00 Total 12...
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To pause playback Press CD during playback. To resume playback, press the button again. Main unit Remote Selecting a desired track directly Use the number buttons on the remote control unit. Example: • To select track 8, press 8. • When the total number of tracks is double-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 2 , then 1.
PLAYING USB Playing a USB Operate in the order shown 1 Open the USB terminal cover. 2 Insert a USB. • Press the USB 6 button to start play. 3 The track number is displayed. Elapsed playing time Track number 00:02 MY HEART WILL GO ON.MP3 4 Adjust the sound.
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Repeat/Random playback (for CD mode or USB mode) Repeat playback Press REPEAT during playback. REPEAT/ PRESET REPEAT Main unit Remote Each time you press the button, the repeat mode changes in the following order: In case of an audio CD or USB mode: Repeat playback of a single track Repeat playback of all tracks on the disc Repeat playback is canceled.
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Programmed playback (for CD mode or USB mode) Up to 32 tracks can be programmed to play in any desired order. 1 Press CD or USB if the unit is in TUNER or TAPE mode. You can press CD or USB on the remote control unit to enter each mode.
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Confirm/Play MP3 or WMA files on a CD or a USB 1 Press MENU/FM MODE. Floders are displayed. ROOT ALBUM1 • Press 4 or ¢ to change to another folder on the same layer. • Press STOP/ENTER to change to a lower layer. •...
RADIO RECEPTION Tuning in a station 1 Press TUNER/BAND to select the band, FM or You can press TUNER on the remote control unit to select the band. 2 Press and hold 4 or ¢ for more than 1 second. The unit starts searching and stops when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in.
Presetting stations You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 3 again. Note: In some cases, test frequencies have been already memorized for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset function before shipment.
CASSETTE PLAYBACK Notes on cassette tapes • Use only type-I normal tapes. The recording/playback characteristics of this unit are those for normal tapes, which have different characteristics from CrO metal tapes. • The use of tapes longer than 120 minutes is not recommended, since characteristic deterioration may occur and these tapes easily jam in the pinch roller and the capstan.
RECORDING Standard recording 1 Prepare the recording source. • When recording from the radio: Set to the tuner mode and tune in a desired station. • When recording from a CD: Set to the CD mode and load a CD. 2 Load a blank or erasable cassette.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the heads, capstan and pinch roller Cleaning is important! When the tape is running, magnetic powder and dust naturally accumulate on the heads, capstan and pinch roller. When they become too dirty; • Sound quality deteriorates. • The sound output level drops. •...
TROUBLESHOOTING • If you are having a problem with your unit, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. Symptom Power cannot be turned on. When 3 PLAY is pressed, tape does not move. Playback sound is at a very low level. ¶...
SPECIFICATIONS CD player CD capacity : 1 CD Signal-to-noise ratio : 60 dB Dynamic range : 60 dB Tuner FM tuning range : 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz AM tuning range : 520 kHz – 1 710 kHz Antennas : Telescopic antenna for FM Ferrite core antenna for AM Cassette deck Frequency response...
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ALL OF THE ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES WHICH CAME WITH YOUR UNIT MUST ACCOMPANY THE PRODUCT TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR REPAIR/REPLACEMENT UNDER WARRANTY. To obtain the address of the location nearest you, please call If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Care Center at BT-51025-5 ( 0605 )
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CD PORTABLE SYSTEM SYSTEME CD PORTABLE RC-EZ38S STANDBY / TAPE STOP/ ENTER RANDOM REPEAT MUTING SLEEP REMOTE CONTROL UNIT INSTRUCTIONS MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS MENU/ FM MODE TUNER/ BAND PROGRAM PRESET LVT1494-004A...
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. For Canada/pour le Canada THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED...
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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. ATTENTION Afin d’èviter tout risque d’électrocution, d’lncendie. etc.: 1. Ne pas enlever les vis ni les panneaux et ne pas ouvrir le coffret de l’appareil.
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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.
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Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit. CONTENTS FEATURES ... 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 1 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ... 2 POWER SUPPLY ...
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS Do not use this unit in direct sunlight or leave the unit in a closed automobile (or yacht, etc.) where it would be exposed to high temperatures above 40°C. 1 Avoid using the unit in the following places: •...
Supplied power cord AC outlet CAUTIONS: • Use only with the JVC power cord provided with this unit to avoid malfunction or damage to the unit. Remove batteries when using the power cord. • Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet when going out or when the unit is not in use for an extended period of time.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Installing batteries 1 Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control unit. 2 Insert two AAA (UM-4)/R03-size batteries (not supplied). Insert the batteries with the ª and · terminals matching the indication inside the battery compartment.
TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON button Press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn the unit on. You can also press the STANDBY/ON the remote control unit. The display window lights up when the unit is turned on. (Note, however, that the display window does not light even when the unit is turned on if the unit is operated on batteries.) The unit comes on ready to play the source...
SETTING THE CLOCK Before operating the unit any further, first set the clock built in this unit. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. 1 Press STANDBY/ON to turn on.
ADJUSTING THE SOUND PHONES (on the rear) Adjusting the volume Press VOLUME + or VOLUME – to increase or decrease the volume. You can press VOL 5 or VOL ∞ on the remote control unit to increase or decrease the volume respectively. The volume level can be adjusted in 41 steps (VOLUME MIN, 01, 02, ...
PLAYING COMPACT DISCS Notes on compact discs This unit has been designed only to play back the following CDs. • Digital audio CD • Recordable digital audio CD (CD-R) • Rewritable digital audio CD (CD-RW) When playing a CD-R or CD-RW You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW recorded in music CD format or in MP3 or WMA format.
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PLAYING COMPACT DISC 1 Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc door. 2 Load a disc with the label side facing up and close the disc door. • 8-cm CD can be played on the unit without an adapter. The following indications are displayed. Track number 001 00:00 Total 12...
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To pause playback Press CD during playback. To resume playback, press the button again. Main unit Remote Selecting a desired track directly Use the number buttons on the remote control unit. Example: • To select track 8, press 8. • When the total number of tracks is double-digits: To select track 21, press 0 , 2 , then 1.
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PLAYING USB Playing a USB Operate in the order shown 1 Open the USB terminal cover. 2 Insert a USB. • Press the USB 6 button to start play. 3 The track number is displayed. Elapsed playing time Track number 00:02 MY HEART WILL GO ON.MP3 4 Adjust the sound.
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Repeat/Random playback (for CD mode or USB mode) Repeat playback Press REPEAT during playback. REPEAT/ PRESET REPEAT Main unit Remote Each time you press the button, the repeat mode changes in the following order: In case of an audio CD or USB mode: Repeat playback of a single track Repeat playback of all tracks on the disc Repeat playback is canceled.
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Programmed playback (for CD mode or USB mode) Up to 32 tracks can be programmed to play in any desired order. 1 Press CD or USB to enter each mode, if the unit is in TUNER or TAPE mode. You can press CD or USB on the remote control unit to enter each mode.
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Confirm/Play MP3 or WMA files on a CD or a USB 1 Press MENU/FM MODE. Floders are displayed. ROOT ALBUM1 • Press 4 or ¢ to change to another folder on the same layer. • Press STOP/ENTER to change to a lower layer. •...
RADIO RECEPTION Tuning in a station 1 Press TUNER/BAND to select the band, FM or You can press TUNER on the remote control unit to select the band. 2 Press and hold 4 or ¢ for more than 1 second. The unit starts searching and stops when a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in.
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Presetting stations You can preset 30 FM and 15 AM stations. There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 3 again. Note: In some cases, test frequencies have been already memorized for the tuner since the factory examined the tuner preset function before shipment.
CASSETTE PLAYBACK Notes on cassette tapes • Use only type-I normal tapes. The recording/playback characteristics of this unit are those for normal tapes, which have different characteristics from CrO metal tapes. • The use of tapes longer than 120 minutes is not recommended, since characteristic deterioration may occur and these tapes easily jam in the pinch roller and the capstan.
RECORDING Standard recording 1 Prepare the recording source. • When recording from the radio: Set to the tuner mode and tune in a desired station. • When recording from a CD: Set to the CD mode and load a CD. 2 Load a blank or erasable cassette.
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the heads, capstan and pinch roller Cleaning is important! When the tape is running, magnetic powder and dust naturally accumulate on the heads, capstan and pinch roller. When they become too dirty; • Sound quality deteriorates. • The sound output level drops. •...
TROUBLESHOOTING • If you are having a problem with your unit, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. Symptom Power cannot be turned on. When 3 PLAY is pressed, tape does not move. Playback sound is at a very low level. ¶...
SPECIFICATIONS CD player CD capacity : 1 CD Signal-to-noise ratio : 60 dB Dynamic range : 60 dB Tuner FM tuning range : 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz AM tuning range : 520 kHz – 1 710 kHz Antennas : Telescopic antenna for FM Ferrite core antenna for AM Cassette deck Frequency response...