JVC CA-NXF3 Instructions Manual

JVC CA-NXF3 Instructions Manual

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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
NX-F7
Consists of CA-NXF7,
SP-NXF7F and SP-NXF7W
NX-F3
Consists of CA-NXF3,
SP-NXF3F and SP-NXF3W
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1833-010B
[US, UA, UW, UG, UX]

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  • Page 1 COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM NX-F7 Consists of CA-NXF7, SP-NXF7F and SP-NXF7W NX-F3 Consists of CA-NXF3, SP-NXF3F and SP-NXF3W INSTRUCTIONS LVT1833-010B [US, UA, UW, UG, UX]...
  • Page 2 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. CAUTION — F button! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). When installing the apparatus, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
  • Page 3 10 cm more. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation. Front view of the main unit and speakers (CA-NXF7 and SP-NXF7F) Front view of the main unit and speakers (CA-NXF3 and SP-NXF3F) Side view of the main unit (CA-NXF7/CA-NXF3) CAUTION Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Thank you for purchasing a JVC product. Please read all instructions carefully before operation, to ensure your complete understanding and to obtain the best possible performance from the unit. Introduction Part description ...3 Using the remote control ...4 Inserting the batteries into the remote control ...
  • Page 5 Notes on discs/files ...64 Playable disc/file types...64 Data hierarchy...67 Handling discs...67 Troubleshooting...68 Specifications ...72 Main unit (CA-NXF7/CA-NXF3) ...72 Speaker (SP-NXF7F/SP-NXF3F) ...72 Subwoofer (SP-NXF7W/SP-NXF3W) ...72 Supplied accessories ...72 How to read this manual • This manual explains the operations assum- ing that you will use the remote control.
  • Page 6: Part Description

    Part description The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. Front view Refer to “Display window” shown below. [K2] is printed on NX-F7. [SURROUND] is printed on NX-F3 instead. Rear view The voltage selector is located on the rear of the main unit sold in countries/areas other than Thailand.
  • Page 7: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. NOTE [K2] is printed on the remote control for NX-F7 only. Inserting the batteries into the remote control Insert the batteries into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and −) correctly.
  • Page 8: Preparation

    Preparation Do not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made. Connecting the antennas AM loop antenna (supplied) Setting up the AM loop antenna If insulation covers the tips of the antenna cable, twist and pull off the insulation.
  • Page 9: Connecting The Speakers And Subwoofer

    Connecting the speakers and subwoofer Connect the speakers to the main unit by connecting the colored connectors to the same color terminals on the rear of the main unit. Right speaker (rear view) Speaker cable Gray Subwoofer (rear view) ■ IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 10: Speaker Layout

    Preparation (continued) Do not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made. Using the speakers with commercially available speaker stands The left and right speakers can be fitted onto commercially available speaker stands. Before fitting the speak- ers onto commercially available speaker stands, follow the instructions shown below.
  • Page 11: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting a TV After connecting a TV, follow the instructions on pages 11 and 12. ■ IMPORTANT • Connect the main unit directly to a TV (or a mon- itor) without routing through a video cassette recorder (VCR). Otherwise picture distortion may occur during playback.
  • Page 12: Connecting External Digital Audio Devices

    Preparation (continued) Do not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made. Connecting a TV with the [HDMI MONITOR OUT] terminal This system can output uncompressed digital video signals to a TV compatible with HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface). To an HDMI input terminal HDMI cable (not supplied) NOTE...
  • Page 13: Connecting External Analog Audio Devices

    Connecting external analog audio devices Output Analog audio Audio cable (not supplied) Input Main unit (rear view) Selecting the voltage for your area (Only for countries/ areas other than Thailand) Before connecting the power cable to an AC outlet, device you must set the correct voltage for your area.
  • Page 14: Selecting The Video Signal Type

    Preparation (continued) Do not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made. Selecting the video signal type To view an image on the TV screen, select the video signal type correctly according to the TV after connecting the main unit to the TV. Remote control mode selector 2/3 (cursor)/...
  • Page 15 [AUDIO]. • To check the compatibility of your TV, contact your local JVC customer service center. • Even if the main unit is turned off, the video sig- nal type setting is stored.
  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Number buttons (Only for NX-F7) ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO]. Using the number buttons Examples: 5: [5] 15: [ 10] → [1] → [5] 150: [ 10] → [ 10] → [1] → [5] → [0] Turning on/off the main unit Press [AUDIO F] (or [STANDBY F] on the main unit).
  • Page 17: Enhancing The Playback Sound (K2) (Only For Nx-F7)

    Enhancing the playback sound (K2) (Only for NX-F7) The K2 function is designed to provide natural sound by improving the playback sound from low- bit-rate digital sources. The function compensates for sound waves dissi- pated during digital recording compression to approximate the original analog sound.
  • Page 18: Selecting The Headphone Surround Mode

    Basic operations (continued) Selecting the headphone surround mode You can listen to surround sound via headphones connected to the [PHONES] terminal. ■When headphones are connected to the [PHONES] terminal Press [SURROUND]. • Each time you press [SURROUND], the setting toggles between “H.P. SURR” and “H.PHONE” in the display window.
  • Page 19: Using The Sleep Timer

    Using the sleep timer When the time you specify elapses, the main unit automatically turns off. Press [SLEEP]. • Each time you press [SLEEP], the time indicated in the display window changes. You can set the time to 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 or 180 minutes. Example: Display when the sleep timer is set to 60 minutes Changing the remaining time...
  • Page 20: Listening To Radio Broadcasts

    Listening to radio broadcasts Number buttons For the number button usage, refer to “Using the number buttons” on page 13. ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO]. Setting the AM tuner spacing AM stations are spaced 9 kHz apart in some coun- tries and 10 kHz in other countries.
  • Page 21: Tuning In To A Preset Radio Station

    Press [TUNING ] or [TUNING repeatedly to select a radio station (frequency). • When the main unit has received an FM ste- reo broadcast, the “ST” (stereo) indicator lights up in the display window. ■ Automatic tuning: You can also select a radio station using auto- matic tuning.
  • Page 22: Playing Back Sources From External Devices Playing Back Sources From External Devices

    Playing back sources from external devices Remote control mode selector ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO]. Playing back sources from external devices Press [AUDIO IN] or [DIGITAL IN]. • Pressing [AUDIO IN] displays “AUDIO IN” and selects the device connected to the [AUDIO IN] terminals.
  • Page 23: Basic Operations Of Disc/File Playback

    Basic operations of disc/file playback Number buttons For the number button usage, refer to “Using the number buttons” on page 13. ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO]. Playing back a disc This part explains how to play back the types of discs shown above.
  • Page 24: Playing Back A File

    Basic operations of disc/file playback (continued) Playing back a file This part explains how to play back 1) files recorded on the loaded disc, and 2) files recorded on a USB mass storage class device (hereinafter referred to as “USB device”) connected to the main unit.
  • Page 25: Display Window On The Main Unit For Disc/File Types

    Press 5, /, 2 or 3 (cursor) to select a group and track. NOTE • You can also use the number buttons and 4 or ¢ to select a track. • You can also select a group by another method. (1) Slide the remote control mode selector to [SHIFT], (2) press [GROUP/TITLE], and then (3) use the number buttons to enter the desired...
  • Page 26: Dvd Audio

    Basic operations of disc/file playback (continued) DVD AUDIO ■When a disc is played back Track number Elapsed playback time [DISPLAY] is pressed. Group number Track number • If the “BONUS” or “B.S.P.” indicator lights up dur- ing DVD AUDIO playback, refer to pages 36 or ■When a disc is stopped Group number Track number...
  • Page 27 VCD/SVCD ■When a disc is played back Track number Playback control • You can use the menu screen to control play- back of a PBC compatible disc. • To cancel the PBC function, follow the instruc- tions below. - Specify the track number using the number buttons when the disc is stopped.
  • Page 28 Basic operations of disc/file playback (continued) MP3/WMA/WAV/ASF/DivX/MPEG1/ MPEG2 file ■When a file is played back Track number Elapsed playback time [DISPLAY] is pressed. Group number Track number ■When a file is stopped Group number Track number [DISPLAY] is pressed. File type •...
  • Page 29 Messages on the TV screen When a DVD VIDEO or a USB device is selected as the source, the messages shown below are dis- played on the TV screen to indicate the status of the DVD VIDEO or USB device. NOW READING: Appears when the main unit is reading the disc/ file information.
  • Page 30: Stopping Playback

    Basic operations of disc/file playback (continued) Stopping playback ■When a disc/file is played back Press 7. Resuming playback When playback is stopped in the middle, playback can be started from the stopped position. Temporarily stopping playback ■When a disc/file is played back Follow any of the operations below.
  • Page 31: Fast Reverse/Fast Forward Search

    Fast reverse/fast forward search There are two methods. ■When a disc/file is played back • Press 1 or ¡. Each time you press ¡, the speed increases. To restore the normal speed, press [DVD 3], [USB 3] or 3(playback). • Hold down 4 or ¢. NOTE •...
  • Page 32: Skipping To The Beginning Of A Chapter/Track/File

    Basic operations of disc/file playback (continued) Skipping to the beginning of a chapter/track/file ■When a disc/file is played back Press 4 or ¢ repeatedly. NOTE • You cannot skip to the previous track even by pressing 4 during random playback. (Refer to page 33.) •...
  • Page 33: Selecting A Chapter/Track From The Menu Screen

    Selecting a chapter/track from the menu screen ■When a disc is stopped or played back Press [TOP MENU/PG] or [MENU/ PL]. • The menu screen is displayed. • Pressing [TOP MENU/PG] may not work depending on the disc type. In this case, press [MENU/PL].
  • Page 34: Convenient Functions Of Disc/File Playback

    Convenient functions of disc/file playback Number buttons For the number button usage, refer to “Using the number buttons” on page 13. ■ IMPORTANT • Some buttons change their functions according to the remote control mode. • Before using the functions described in “Convenient func- tions of disc/file playback”...
  • Page 35 Press the number buttons to pro- gram tracks/chapters. • You can refer to the program number in the display window by pressing [DISPLAY]. Display for a DVD VIDEO • Select a title number, and then a chapter number. Title number Chapter number [DISPLAY] is pressed.
  • Page 36: Playing Back A Disc/File In A Random Order (Random Playback)

    Convenient functions of disc/file playback (continued) Playing back a disc/file in a random order (Random playback) (only on a loaded disc) ■When a disc/file is stopped Press [PLAY MODE] repeatedly to display “RANDOM” in the display window. This indicator lights up when the random playback function is activated.
  • Page 37: Selecting The Audio Language And Subtitle Language

    Selecting the audio language and subtitle language ■When a disc/file is played back ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [SHIFT]. Press the desired button shown below. Function Button Available disc/file Audio [AUDIO] language Subtitle [SUBTITLE] language (only for moving images) Example: TV screen for the subtitle language...
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Picture Quality (Vfp)

    Convenient functions of disc/file playback (continued) Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) ■When a disc/file is played back or paused ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [SHIFT]. Press [VFP]. • The current settings are displayed. Example: TV screen for the VFP mode Selected VFP mode Press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select the video fine processor (VFP) mode.
  • Page 39: Playing Back The Bonus Group

    Playing back the bonus group Some DVD AUDIOs may have a special group, called “bonus group”. You can use this function when the “BONUS” indicator lights up in the dis- play window. ■When a disc is played back ■ IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 40: Using The Status Bar And The Menu Bar

    Using the status bar and the menu bar ■When a disc/file is played back Press [ON SCREEN] twice. Example: TV screen for a DVD VIDEO Status bar Menu bar Press 2 or 3 (cursor) to select an item you want to operate. Press [ENTER].
  • Page 41: Function List

    Function list Changes the time information in the TIME display window and the status bar. Time display Instead of steps 3 and 4 on page 37, press [ENTER] repeatedly. Each time selection [ENTER] is pressed, the display changes on the status bar. ■...
  • Page 42: Playing Back A Specified Part Repeatedly (A-B Repeat Playback)

    Using the status bar and the menu bar (continued) Playing back a specified part repeatedly (A-B repeat playback) You can play back a desired part repeatedly by specifying a start point (A) and an end point (B). ■When a disc is played back Press [ON SCREEN] twice.
  • Page 43: Changing The Initial Settings With The Preference Screen

    Changing the initial settings with the preference screen You can use the preference screen to change the initial settings of the main unit according to the environment where the main unit is used. Remote control mode selector 5///2/3 (cursor)/ ENTER ■...
  • Page 44: Picture

    Changing the initial settings with the preference screen (continued) PICTURE Items Contents ( : initial setting) MONITOR Select the display method suitable for your TV. TYPE NOTE • When using an HDMI cable to connect the main unit to a widescreen TV with a 16 : 9 aspect ratio, select the display method “16 : 9 NORMAL”.
  • Page 45: Audio

    AUDIO Items Contents ( : initial setting) DIGITAL Select the output signal type suitable to AUDIO the device connected to the [DIGITAL OUTPUT OUT] terminal. Refer to “List of relation- ships of DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT pref- erence items and output signals” on page PCM ONLY : Device corresponding only to linear PCM DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM :...
  • Page 46 Changing the initial settings with the preference screen (continued) List of relationships of DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT preference items and output signals Playback disc/file 48 kHz, 16/20/24-bit linear PCM DVD VIDEO 96 kHz linear PCM DVD VIDEO 48/96/192 kHz, 16/20/24-bit lin- ear PCM DVD AUDIO 44.1/88.2/176.4 kHz, 16/20/24-bit linear PCM DVD AUDIO...
  • Page 47: Language Codes

    Language codes Code Language Code Language Afar Abkhazian Afrikaans Ameharic Arabic Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulgarian Bihari Bislama Bengali, Bangla Tibetan Breton Catalan Corsican Welsh Danish Bhutani Greek Esperanto Estonian Basque Persian Finnish Fiji Faroese Frisian Irish Code Language Scots Gaelic Maori Galician...
  • Page 48: Enjoying Karaoke

    Enjoying karaoke Number buttons* * For the number button usage, refer to “Using the number buttons” on page 13. ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO]. Singing a song in karaoke Turn on the main unit. •...
  • Page 49 • When a microphone is connected, the microphone mixing function is automatically activated. Display window These indicators light up when the micro- phone mixing function is activated. NOTE • If you prefer not to use the echo function, you can cancel it (page 48). Start playback of the desired source.
  • Page 50: Reducing The Volume Of The Original Vocals (Vocal Masking)

    Enjoying karaoke (continued) Reducing the volume of the original vocals (Vocal masking) You can decrease or muffle the original vocal sound by using the vocal masking function. ■When the “ ” indicator lights up in the dis- play window Press [VOCAL MASKING] repeatedly. •...
  • Page 51: Adjusting The Echo Effect

    Adjusting the echo effect ■When the “ ” indicator lights up in the dis- play window Press [SETTING (KARAOKE)] repeatedly to select “ECHO LVL” in the display window. Display window Press [MIC VOLUME +] or [MIC VOLUME –] repeatedly to select the desired echo level.
  • Page 52: Scoring Your Karaoke Performance

    Enjoying karaoke (continued) Scoring your karaoke performance This function can score your karaoke performance by comparing your singing to the original vocals recorded on the playback source. The function also estimates the number of calories burned while singing. NOTE • This function can be used when “DVD” or “USB” is selected as the source.
  • Page 53 Changing the difficulty level during scoring ■When the “ ” indicator lights up in the dis- play window Press [SETTING (KARAOKE)] repeatedly to select “SCOR LVL” in the display window. Display window Press [MIC VOLUME +] or [MIC VOLUME –] repeatedly to select the desired setting.
  • Page 54: Programming Karaoke Songs (Karaoke Program Playback)

    Enjoying karaoke (continued) Programming karaoke songs (Karaoke program playback) You can play back songs in the desired order. A maximum of 12 songs can be programmed. NOTE • This function can be used when “DVD” is selected as the source. •...
  • Page 55: Cd To A Usb Device

    Ripping sound directly from a CD to a USB device You can record sound from a CD to a USB device. This function is generally called “ripping” or “digital audio extraction”. CAUTION • It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording,...
  • Page 56: Recording Only One Track

    Ripping sound directly from a CD to a USB device (continued) Press [ENTER] to start recording. • The “REC” indicator starts flashing in the display window. Display window • When recording finishes, the “REC” indica- tor turns off. NOTE • When you want to quit recording, press 7. When you press 7 after [ENTER] is pressed in step 6, sound having been recorded before 7 is pressed is stored.
  • Page 57: Deleting A Track/Group From A Usb Device

    Deleting a track/group from a USB device Connect the USB device. • Refer to page 21. Press [USB 3]. Press 7 to stop playback. TV screen Press 5, /, 2 or 3 (cursor) repeatedly to select the desired track/group. Press [TITLE/DELETE] repeatedly to select “T.
  • Page 58: Adding (Editing) A Title To A Track/Group On A Usb Device

    Ripping sound directly from a CD to a USB device (continued) Adding (Editing) a title to a track/group on a USB device Connect the USB device. • Refer to page 21. Press [USB 3]. Press 7 to stop playback. TV screen Press 5, /, 2 or 3 (cursor) repeatedly to select the desired track/group.
  • Page 59 Entering a title The operation is explained with the time when to enter “F” as an example. Press 5 or / (cursor) repeatedly to select the character type set- ting. • Each time you press 5 or / (cursor), the selected character type setting changes to “ABCDE”, “abcde”...
  • Page 60: Operating External Devices Using The Remote Control

    Sanyo Sharp Sony Toshiba Zenith The initial code setting is “01 (JVC)”. Release [TV F]. NOTE • It is recommended that you slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO] after using this function. Most of the other functions can be used when the remote control mode selector is at [AUDIO].
  • Page 61: Operating A Dbs Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control for the TV operation Before the TV operation, select the remote control mode for the TV. ■ IMPORTANT • Slide the remote control mode selector to the lowest position. Press [TV]. Operate the remote control by pointing it at the TV.
  • Page 62: Operating A Vcr Using The Remote Control

    Emerson 11, 26 Fisher Funai 10, 14, 15, 16 Gold Star Hitachi Mitsubishi Panasonic 07, 17 Philips 05, 06 Samsung Sanyo 21, 22, 23 Sharp 27, 28 Shintom Sony 18, 19, 20 Zenith The initial code setting is “01 (JVC)”.
  • Page 63 Release [DBS/VCR F]. NOTE • It is recommended that you slide the remote control mode selector to [AUDIO] after using this function. Most of the other functions can be used when the remote control mode selector is at [AUDIO]. • Manufacturer codes are subject to change with- out notice.
  • Page 64: Basic Operations Of Hdmi Cec

    • Not all HDMI devices are compatible with CEC. If the main unit is connected to non-CEC compatible devices, these devices cannot be controlled using the CEC function. • The CEC function may not work with some CEC devices. (When the main unit is connected to a non-JVC product, the CEC function may not work.) •...
  • Page 65: Notes On Operation

    Notes on operation Suitable locations for the main unit To minimize the need for servicing and maintain the high quality of this system, do not place the main unit in the following locations: • In a position subject to high humidity or consid- erable dust •...
  • Page 66: License And Trademark

    Notes on operation (continued) Safety Precautions Avoid moisture, water and dust Do not place the system in moist or dusty places. Avoid high temperatures Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not place it near heating equipment. When you are away When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended period of time, disconnect the power...
  • Page 67: Notes On Discs/Files

    Notes on discs/files Playable disc/file types Playable discs * Playable files recorded on a disc * Playable files recorded on a USB device * • Even though listed above, some types may be unplayable. 1 Discs should be finalized before being played back.
  • Page 68: Unplayable Discs

    • Damaged discs and discs with an unusual shape (other than a disc of 12 cm or 8 cm in diameter) cannot be played back. • JVC does not guarantee the operation and sound quality of discs not authorized by CD-DA, which is a CD specification.
  • Page 69 USB device is selected as the source. • Always set the volume to the minimum on this system when connecting or disconnecting a USB device. • JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data on the USB device while using this system.
  • Page 70: Data Hierarchy

    Notes on discs/files (continued) Data hierarchy DVD VIDEO/DVD VR A DVD VIDEO consists of “titles” and each title may be divided into “chapters”. A DVD VR consists of “original programs” or “play lists” and each original program/play list may be divided into “chapters”.
  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ■General Problem Possible cause Power does not come The power cable is not con- nected to an AC outlet. You cannot operate any Some specific operations are button. restricted. The remote control does The batteries are running low. not work. You cannot operate the Function assigned to some but- main unit using the...
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting (continued) ■General (continued) Problem Possible cause No sound is produced. The speakers are not con- nected correctly. Headphones are connected. The sound is turned off. If “NO AUDIO” is displayed in the display window, the disc may have been produced through illegal copying.
  • Page 73 ■For a loaded disc Problem Possible cause A disc cannot be played If “REGION CODE ERROR!” back. appears on the TV screen, the region code number of a disc is not compatible with this system. (only for a DVD VIDEO) If “CANNOT PLAY THIS DISC”...
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting (continued) ■For a connected USB device Problem Possible cause Files on a USB device If “CANNOT PLAY THIS cannot be played back. DEVICE” appears on the TV screen, the files on a USB device are not playable. MP3, WMA, WAV, The connected USB device JPEG, ASF, DivX, may include files of different...
  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications Main unit (CA-NXF7/CA-NXF3) Tuner FM frequency: 87.50 MHz – 108.00 MHz AM frequency (Middle Eastern countries and South Africa): 531 kHz - 1 602 kHz (9 kHz spacing) 530 kHz - 1 600 kHz (10 kHz spacing) AM frequency (other countries/areas):...
  • Page 76 Mains (AC) Line Instruction (Only for countries/areas other than Thailand) Main unit (rear view) 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.

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