JVC CA-MXS6MD User Manual

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Playing Back the Entire MD — Normal Play
You can play an MD.
Before inserting an MD, turn on the unit; otherwise,
you cannot insert it.
1 Insert an MD into the MD loading slot.
The MD is pulled in automatically.
The MD insertion indicator ( ) lights on the display.
2 Press MD 3 / 8.
The MD source (
) indicator lights on the display
and MD playback starts from the first track.
The recording length mode indicator (SP/LP2/LP4)*
lights on the display.
To stop during play, press 7.
To remove the disc, press 0 for the MD recorder.
Insert an MD in the same way
as indicated on the MD.
Total Track No.
Total Playing time
Track No. Elapsed playing time
If the MD or track has a title
The title will be shown at the center portion of the main display. (If
a title is long and cannot be shown at a time, the unit scrolls the
title to show the entire title.)
* About recording length mode
MDs are played back in the same recording length mode as they
were recorded. When an MD starts playing, the playback mode of
the currently playing track lights on the display.
SP : Indicates the tracks recorded in standard stereo recording
mode on this unit or those recorded on an MD recorder
incompatible with MDLP*.
LP2 : Indicates the tracks recorded in 2 times long-hour stereo
recording mode.
LP4 : Indicates the tracks recorded in 4 times long-hour stereo
recording mode.
* MDLP features a new sound compression method
(ATRAC3) and a 2 times (or 4 times) long-hour stereo
recording and playing function.
The MDLP logo is marked on the MD recorders and players
compatible with MDLP. It is also marked on MDs pre-
recorded in ATRAC3 (excluding recordable MDs).
Basic MD Operations
While playing an MD, you can do the following operations.
To stop playback for a moment
Press MD 3 / 8.
To resume play, press MD 3 / 8 again.
To locate a particular point in a track during play
On the remote control:
Press and hold ¡ (¢) or 1 (4).
• ¡ (¢) : Fast-forwards the tracks.
• 1 (4) : Fast-reverses the tracks.
On the unit:
Push the joy control upward (¡
) or downward
(1
).
• Upward (¡
) : Fast-forwards the tracks.
• Downward (1
) : Fast-reverses the tracks.
The following indications appear when the current
source is “MD”
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JVC CA-MXS6MD Specifications

General

Brand	JVC
Model	CA-MXS6MD
Category	Speaker System
Language	English

Summary

Compact Component MD System

Display Demonstration

Explains how to start, stop, and manage the unit's display demonstration feature.

Warnings, Cautions, and Safety

Laser Product Safety

Details precautions for products containing laser components.

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the appliance.

Proper Ventilation and Placement

Ventilation Guidelines

Specifies clearance requirements for optimal airflow and heat dissipation.

Introduction and Manual Overview

About This Manual

Outlines the manual's organization and explains its symbols.

Important Precautions

Lists installation, power, and general handling precautions for the unit.

Unit and Remote Control Layout

Main Unit Controls

Identifies and describes the buttons and features on the main unit.

Display Window Indicators

Explains the various indicators shown in the unit's display screen.

Main Display Indications

Details how the main display shows information when using the remote control.

Remote Control Functions

Getting Started

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Guides through unpacking, checking items, and setting the voltage selector.

Connecting Antennas

Explains how to connect FM and AM antennas for optimal reception.

Connecting Speakers

Provides instructions on how to connect speaker cords to the unit.

Connecting External Equipment

Connecting Audio Components

Details connecting cassette decks and other audio equipment.

Initial Setup and Power Connection

Connecting Power Cord

Instructions on plugging in the unit and managing display demonstration.

Inserting Remote Control Batteries

Guides on how to install batteries in the remote control correctly.

Basic Operations and Controls

Powering the Unit On and Off

Explains how to turn the unit on, off, and manage standby mode.

Selecting Sources and Starting Playback

Guides on switching between tuner, CD, MD, and external inputs.

Adjusting Volume

Details how to control the audio volume level.

Enhancing Bass Sound

Explains the Active Bass Extension feature for richer bass.

Adjusting Display Brightness

Describes how to change screen brightness for different modes.

Changing the Main Display Screen

Allows customization of the main display with animations or patterns.

Selecting Animation Characters

Guides on choosing visual characters or level meters for the display.

Storing Display Settings

Explains how to save display preferences like demos and colors.

Selecting Sound Modes

Details how to choose preset or manual sound effects for playback.

Creating Custom Sound Modes

Guides on creating and saving personalized equalizer settings.

Listening to FM and AM Broadcasts

Setting AM Tuner Spacing

Adjusts AM station tuning interval between 9 kHz and 10 kHz.

Tuning Stations

Instructions for manually tuning FM/AM stations.

Presetting Radio Stations

Explains automatic and manual methods for storing favorite stations.

Tuning Preset Stations

Guides on selecting and storing preset radio stations.

Playing Back CDs

Loading CDs into Trays

Instructions for inserting CDs into the unit's disc trays.

Continuous CD Playback

How to play loaded CDs sequentially and stop playback.

Basic CD Operations

Covers pausing, resuming, and skipping tracks during CD playback.

Programming CD Track Order

Guides on arranging track playback order for CDs.

Random CD Playback

Explains how to play tracks from loaded CDs in a random sequence.

Repeat Playback Modes

How to repeat tracks, CDs, or the entire program.

Prohibiting Disc Ejection (Disc Lock)

Details how to lock discs to prevent accidental ejection.

Playing Back an MD

Normal MD Playback

Instructions for playing an MD normally and basic MD operations.

Programming MD Track Order

Guides on arranging track playback order for MDs.

Random MD Playback

Explains how to play tracks from loaded MDs in a random sequence.

MD Repeat Playback Modes

How to repeat tracks or the entire MD program.

Recording on MDs

Preparing for MD Recording

Covers copyright notices and initial recording steps.

Stereo Long-Hour Recording (MDLP)

Explains recording in LP2 and LP4 modes for extended duration.

High-Speed Recording Precautions

Details restrictions for high-speed recording due to copyright protection.

Standard Recording Method

Guides on recording any sound source using the standard method.

CD Synchronized Recording

Methods for synchronizing CD playback with MD recording.

All CDs Synchronized Recording

Records all loaded CDs continuously or randomly.

Single Track Recording

How to record a single track during CD playback or pause.

One CD Synchronized Recording

Records an entire CD onto an MD.

First Track Recording

Records only the first track from each loaded CD.

Sound Synchronized Recording

Records automatically when an external audio signal is detected.

Editing MDs

MD Editing Functions Overview

Introduces functions like dividing, joining, moving, and erasing tracks.

DIVIDE Function

Splits a track into two at a specified point.

JOIN Function

Merges two adjacent tracks into a single track.

MOVE Function

Rearranges the order of tracks on an MD.

ERASE Function

Removes selected tracks from an MD.

ALL ERASE Function

Deletes all tracks and data from an MD.

Making Your Own Titles and Screens

Assigning Titles to MDs and Tracks

Guides on naming MDs and individual tracks with characters.

Changing Titles

Instructions for correcting or modifying existing titles.

Creating Custom Display Screens

Allows creation of custom opening and ending screens.

Using the Timers

Setting the Clock

Guides on setting the unit's internal clock.

Recording Timer Setup

Details how to set up unattended recording with timers.

Daily Timer Setup

Explains how to set the unit to wake up to music or radio.

Sleep Timer Function

Allows falling asleep to music by automatically turning off the unit.

Timer Priority and Overlap

Explains how timer settings interact and their priority.

Other Convenient Functions

Menu Navigation and Operations

Details how to navigate and use the unit's menu system.

Sound Settings

Guides on selecting sound modes and reinforcing bass.

FM Reception Mode Settings

Adjusts FM reception from AUTO to MONO for clearer sound.

CD/MD Playback Mode Settings

Selects playback modes like program, random, or repeat for CDs/MDs.

Display Settings

Covers animation, color, and pattern adjustments for the display.

Creating Custom Display Colors

Guides on creating and storing personalized display colors.

External Source Settings

Manages input levels, source names, and auto power off.

Selecting Sound Input Level

Adjusts input sensitivity for analog sources to prevent distortion.

Changing Source Names

Allows renaming of external input sources like LINE1, LINE2.

Auto Power Off Setting

Configures automatic unit shutdown when inactive.

Display Pattern Selection

Switches between positive and negative display patterns.

Adjusting Display Contrast

Modifies the display's contrast level.

Maintenance

General Handling Notes

Provides general advice for keeping discs and mechanisms clean.

Handling CDs Safely

Guides on proper handling and cleaning of CDs.

Handling MDs Safely

Provides precautions for handling MiniDiscs, including shutter and environmental factors.

Additional Information

MD Disc Types Explained

Differentiates between premastered and recordable MDs.

ATRAC and MDLP Audio Compression

Explains ATRAC3 technology and its use in MDLP for long-hour recording.

UTOC (User Table Of Contents)

Describes the UTOC area on recordable MDs for track management.

Sound Skip Guard Memory

Explains how the unit handles vibration to maintain playback.

SCMS and HCMS

Details copy protection systems (SCMS, HCMS) and MD limitations.

MD Messages and Solutions

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Mains (AC) Line Instruction