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CD RECEIVER
KD-G396S
For canceling the display demonstration, see page 6.
INSTRUCTIONS
GET0554-001A
[UI]

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  • Page 1 CD RECEIVER KD-G396S For canceling the display demonstration, see page 6. INSTRUCTIONS GET0554-001A [UI]...
  • Page 2 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. IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    How to use the M MODE button CONTENTS If you press M MODE, the unit goes into functions mode, ∞ then the number buttons and buttons will work Control panel ........4 as different function buttons. Remote controller — ... 5 RM-RK50 Ex.: When number button 2 works as Getting started ........
  • Page 4: Control Panel

    Control panel Parts identification Display window ∞ (up) / (down) buttons RND (random) button (eject) button AUX (auxiliary) input jack (standby/on attenuator) button Disc information indicators— Remote sensor TAG (Tag information), (track/file), (folder) DO NOT expose the remote sensor to strong light DISC indicator (direct sunlight or artificial lighting).
  • Page 5: Remote Controller

    Remote controller — Main elements and features RM-RK50 Installing the lithium coin battery (CR2025) Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the unit. Make sure there is no obstacle (standby/on/attenuator) button in between. • Turns the power on if pressed briefly or attenuates the sound when the power is on.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started Basic settings • See also “General settings — PSM” on pages 11 and Basic operations Turn on the power. Ÿ 1 Canceling the display demonstrations Select “DEMO,” then “DEMO OFF.” * You cannot select “CD” as the playback source if 2 Setting the clock there is no disc in the unit.
  • Page 7: Radio Operations

    Radio operations Storing stations in memory You can preset six stations for each band. FM station automatic presetting — SSM (Strong-station Sequential Ÿ Memory) Lights up when receiving an FM stereo Select the FM band (FM1 – FM3) you want to broadcast with sufficient signal strength.
  • Page 8: Disc Operations

    To fast-forward or reverse the track Listening to a preset station Select the preset station (1 – 6) you want. To go to the next or previous track To go to the next or previous folder (for MP3/ WMA discs) To check the other information while listening to an FM or AM station To locate a particular track (for CD) or folder...
  • Page 9 While playing an MP3 or a WMA track Other main functions • When “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG ON” Skipping tracks quickly during play (see page 12) • For MP3 or WMA discs, you can skip tracks within the A = Album name/performer (folder same folder ] = Track title (file...
  • Page 10: Sound Adjustments

    7 Random play Adjusting the sound You can adjust the sound characteristics to your Mode Plays at random preference. FLDR RND * : All tracks of the current folder, then the tracks of the next folder and so on. [ ALL RND : All tracks of the current disc.
  • Page 11: Other External Component Operations

    Other external component General settings — PSM operations You can change PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) items listed in the table on page 12. You can connect an external component to the AUX (auxiliary) input jack on the control panel. Select a PSM item. Portable audio player, etc Adjust the PSM item selected.
  • Page 12 Indications Item Selectable settings, [reference page] : Initial) DEMO • DEMO ON : The display demonstration will be activated automatically if no Display demonstration operation is done for about 20 seconds, [6]. • DEMO OFF : Cancels. CLK DISP * •...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    To keep discs clean Maintenance A dirty disc may not play correctly. If a disc does become dirty, wipe it with How to clean the connectors a soft cloth in a straight line from center Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. to edge.
  • Page 14: More About This Unit

    • MP3 and WMA “tracks” (words “file” and “track” are More about this unit used interchangeably) are recorded in “folders.” • While fast-forwarding or reversing on an MP3 or Basic operations WMA disc, you can only hear intermittent sounds. Turning on the power Playing a CD-R or CD-RW •...
  • Page 15 Playing an MP3/WMA disc Changing the source • This unit can play back MP3/WMA files with the • If you change the source, playback also stops extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of (without ejecting the disc). the letter case—upper/lower). Next time you select “CD”...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms Remedies/Causes • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. • Check the cords and connections. •...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION CD PLAYER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Type: Compact disc player Front/Rear: 50 W per channel Signal Detection Non-contact optical pickup System: (semiconductor laser) Continuous Power Output (RMS): Number of Channels: 2 channels (stereo) Front/Rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz than 0.8% total harmonic...
  • Page 18 Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to reset your unit © 2008 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0308DTSMDTJEIN...

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