CD RECEIVER KD-G731 For canceling the display demonstration, see page 4. For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. INSTRUCTIONS GET0431-003A [EX/EU] Cover_KD-G731_003A_f.
ENGLISH 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. 3. CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open.
If you press M MODE, the unit goes into functions mode, then the number buttons (except “4”) and 5/∞ buttons work as different function buttons. CONTENTS INTRODUCTIONS Preparation ............................................ 4 [Within 5 seconds...] Caution on volume setting: Discs and connected USB devices produce very little noise compared with other sources. Lower the volume before playing to avoid damaging the speakers by the sudden increase of the output level.
ENGLISH Preparation Cancel the display demonstration and set the clock • See also page 26. When the power is turned off: Check the current clock time When the power is turned on: Change the display information ~ Ÿ !]⁄ Turn on the power. Enter the PSM settings. Cancel the display demonstrations Select “DEMO,” then “DEMO OFF.” Set the clock Select “CLOCK H” (hour), then adjust the hour. Select “CLOCK M” (minute), then adjust the minute. Select “24H/12H,” then “24H” (hour) or “12H” (hour).
ENGLISH Basic operations Using the control panel 1 Select the source. FM/AM = DAB * = CD * = USB * = CD-CH */ IPOD */D.PLAYER * (or EXT IN) = BT-PHONE (Bluetooth Phone)* = BT-AUDIO (Bluetooth Audio)* = (back to the beginning) * You cannot select these sources if they are not ready or not connected. 2 Select the bands. 3 • Turn on the power. • Turn off the power [Hold]. • Attenuate the sound (if the power is on). • Volume control [Turn]. 4 • Adjust the sound mode. • Enter the PSM settings [Hold].
ENGLISH Display window 1 Playback source indicators 9 Bluetooth indicator 2 Loudness indicator p Main display 3 Track information indicators 4 RDS indicators 5 Sound mode indicators • lights up for the selected item. 6 Tuner reception indicators 7 Playback mode/item indicators (Random/Repeat) 8 Equalizer indicator (Time, menu, playback information) q Track indicator w Source display/Preset No./Track No./Folder No./ Disc No.
• Do not install any battery other than CR2025 or its equivalent. • Do not leave the remote controller in a place (such as dashboards) exposed to direct sunlight for a long time. • Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. • Do not recharge, short, disassemble, heat the battery, or dispose of it in a fire. • Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials. • Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools.
ENGLISH Listening to the radio Select preset station. Change the display information ~ Ÿ Select “FM/AM.” ! Search for a station to listen—Auto Search. Lights up when receiving an FM stereo broadcast with sufficient signal strength. Select the bands. Manual Search: Hold either one of the buttons until “M” flashes on the display, then press it repeatedly.
ENGLISH Searching for FM RDS programme — PTY Search Change the display information ~ Ÿ Activate PTY Search. ! Start searching. Select one of the PTY codes (programme types). See the following for details. If there is a station broadcasting a programme of the same PTY code as you have selected, that station is tuned in. Storing your favorite programme types You can store your favorite PTY codes into the number buttons. 1 2 Select a PTY code (see right column). Select a preset number.
ENGLISH Activating/deactivating TA/PTY Standby Reception TA Standby Reception Press Indicator PTY Standby Reception to activate. Indicator See page 26. The unit temporarily will switch to Traffic Announcement (TA), if available, from any source other than AM*. The volume changes to the preset TA volume level if the current level is lower than the preset level (see page 26). Lights up The unit temporarily will switch to your favorite PTY programme from any source other than AM*.
Open the control panel and insert the disc. Playback starts automatically. ENGLISH Disc operations To stop play and eject the disc Change the display information • Press SRC to listen to another playback source. Prohibiting disc ejection *1 If the file does not have Tag information or “TAG DISP” is set to “TAG OFF” (see page 27), folder name and file name appear. TAG indicator will not light up. *2 “NO NAME” appears for an audio CD. To cancel the prohibition, repeat the same procedure.
ENGLISH After pressing , press the following buttons to... Disc type Skip 10 tracks (within the same folder) TRK RPT: Repeat current track FLDR RPT: Repeat current folder FLDR RND: Randomly play all tracks of current folder, then tracks of next folders DISC RND: Randomly play all tracks Skip 10 tracks TRK RPT: Repeat current track DISC RND: Randomly play all tracks • To cancel repeat play or random play, select “RPT OFF” or “RND OFF.
To stop play and detach the USB device ENGLISH Straightly pull it out from the unit. • Press SRC to listen to another playback source. Cautions: • • • • • • • • Avoid using the USB device if it might hinder your safety driving. Do not pull out and attach the USB device repeatedly while “CHECK” is flashing on the display. Do not start the car engine if a USB device is connected. Stop play back before disconnecting a USB device.
ENGLISH Using the Bluetooth ® devices For Bluetooth operations, it is required to connect the Bluetooth Adapter (KS-BTA200) to the CD changer jack on the rear of this unit. See also page 23. • Refer also to the instructions supplied with the Bluetooth adapter and the Bluetooth device. • Refer to the list (included in the box) to see the countries where you may use the Bluetooth® function.
Use the Bluetooth device to search and connect. On the device to be connected, enter the same PIN code you have just entered for this unit. “CONNECT” flashes on the display. Now connection is established and you can use the device through the unit. The device remains registered even after you disconnect the device. Use “CONNECT“ (or activate “AUTO CNT”) to connect the same device from next time. (See the right column and page 28.) To search for available devices Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 14, then...
ENGLISH Using the Bluetooth cellular phone Change the display information ~ Ÿ ! Select “BT-PHONE.” Enter Bluetooth menu. Make a call or settings using the Bluetooth menu. (See pages 17 and 28.) When a call comes in.... When an SMS comes in.... The source is automatically changed to “BT-PHONE.
Making a call ENGLISH You can make a call using the following methods. Select “BT-PHONE,” then follow the following steps to make a call: 1 2 3 (unless mentioned otherwise) Display the Dial Menu. Select a call history. REDIAL, RECEIVED, MISSED Select a name (if it is acquired) or phone number. Phone book Select “PH BOOK.” The list of phone number appears. Select a name from the list. Direct dialing Select “NUMBER.” Enter the phone number.
ENGLISH Using the Bluetooth audio player Pause/start play back Change the display information ~ Enter setting menu (Device list) Reverse skip/forward skip Select “BT-AUDIO.” If playback did not start automatically, operate the Bluetooth audio player to start playback. • Refer also to page 15 for connecting/disconnecting/deleting a registered device. Bluetooth Information: If you wish to receive more information about Bluetooth, visit our JVC web site.
~ Ÿ ENGLISH Preparation Make sure “CHANGER” is selected for the external input setting, see page 27. Select “CD-CH.” Select a disc to start playing. Press: For selecting disc number 1 – 6. Hold: For selecting disc number 7 – 12. Pressing (or holding) the following buttons allows you to... Disc type Press: Select track Hold: Reverse/fast-forward track Press: Select track Hold: Reverse/fast-forward track After pressing Select folder — , press the following buttons to...
ENGLISH Listening to the DAB tuner Select preset service. Change the display information You can connect a JVC DAB tuner to the CD changer jack on the rear of the unit. See also page 23. ~ Ÿ ! Select “DAB.” Select the bands. Searching for an ensemble. Manual Search: Hold either one of the buttons until “MANU” flashes on the display, then press it repeatedly. ⁄ Select a service (either primary or secondary) to listen to. Storing DAB services in memory While listening to a DAB service...
ENGLISH Listening to the iPod / D. player Change the display information Before operating, connect either one of the following (separately purchased) to the CD changer jack on the rear of the unit. See also page 23. • Interface adapter for iPod—KS-PD100 for controlling an iPod. • D. player interface adapter—KS-PD500 for controlling a D. player. Preparation Make sure “CHANGER” is selected for the external input setting, see page 27. ~ Ÿ Select “IPOD” or “D. PLAYER.” Select a song to start playing.
After pressing , press the following buttons to... ENGLISH ONE RPT: ALL RPT: Functions the same as “Repeat One” of the iPod or “Repeat Mode = One” of the D. player. Functions the same as “Repeat All” of the iPod or “Repeat Mode = All” of the D. player. ALBM RND*: Functions the same as “Shuffle Albums” of the iPod. SONG RND/RND ON: Functions the same as “Shuffle Songs” of the iPod or “Random Play = On” of the D. player. • To cancel repeat play or random play, select “RPT OFF” or “RND OFF.
Concept diagram of the external device connection ENGLISH For connection, see Installation/Connection manual (separate volume). • Connection 1 (integrated connection) Unit CD changer jack JVC CD changer, [18] (see page 27 of the ”EXT IN” setting) (see pages 14 – 18) or Apple iPod, [21] JVC D. player, [21] MD player, etc., [22] JVC DAB tuner, [20] (see page 27 of the ”EXT IN” setting) MD player, etc.
ENGLISH Selecting a preset sound mode Preset values Indication (For) BAS (bass) MID (mid-range) TRE (treble) LOUD (loudness) USER (Flat sound) 00 00 00 OFF ROCK (Rock or disco music) +03 00 +02 ON CLASSIC (Classical music) +01 00 +03 OFF POPS (Light music) +02 +01 +02 OFF HIP HOP (Funk or rap music) +04 –02 +01 ON JAZZ (Jazz music) +03 00 +03 OFF 24 EN22-29_KD-G731_003A_f.
Adjusting the sound 1 You can change PSM (Preferred Setting Mode) items listed in the table on pages 26 and 27. Adjust the level. BAS *1 (bass) Adjust the bass. –06 to +06 MID * (mid-range) Adjust the mid-range frequencies sound level. –06 to +06 TRE *1 (treble) Adjust the treble. –06 to +06 FAD *2 (fader) Adjust the front and rear speaker balance. R06 to F06 BAL *3 (balance) Adjust the left and right speaker balance.
ENGLISH Indication Item ( : Initial) Setting, [reference page] • DEMO ON DEMO Display demonstration • DEMO OFF : Display demonstration will be activated automatically if no operation is done for about 20 seconds, [4]. : Cancels. CLK DISP *1 Clock display : Clock time is shown on the display at all times when the power is turned off. : Cancels; pressing D DISP will show the clock time for about 5 seconds when the power is turned off, [4].
Item ( : Initial) DAB AF *4 Alternative frequency reception • AF ON Setting, [reference page] ENGLISH Indication • AF OFF : Traces the programme among DAB services and FM RDS stations, [20]. : Cancels. DAB VOL * DAB volume adjustment VOL –12 — VOL +12 : Initial: VOL 00; You can adjust the volume level of DAB tuner to match the FM sound level and store it in memory. DIMMER Dimmer • AUTO • ON • OFF : Dims the display when you turn on the headlights. : Dims the display illumination. : Cancels.
ENGLISH Bluetooth settings You can change the settings listed on the right column according to your preference. 1 Select “BT-PHONE” or “BT-AUDIO.” 2 Enter the Bluetooth menu. 3 Select “SETTING.” 4 Select a setting item. 5 Change the setting accordingly. Setting menu ( : Initial) AUTO CNT (connect) When the unit is turned on, the connection is established automatically with.... OFF: No Bluetooth device. LAST: The last connected Bluetooth device.
How to clean the connectors Frequent detachment will deteriorate the connectors. To minimize this possibility, periodically wipe the connectors with a cotton swab or cloth moistened with alcohol, being careful not to damage the connectors. To keep discs clean A dirty disc may not play correctly. If a disc does become dirty, wipe it with a soft cloth in a straight line from center to edge. • Do not use any solvent (for example, conventional record cleaner, spray, thinner, benzine, etc.) to clean discs.
ENGLISH More about this unit General Disc Turning on the power Caution for DualDisc playback • By pressing SRC on the unit, you can also turn on the power. If the source is ready, playback also starts. • The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard. Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product may not be recommended.
Playing an MP3/WMA/AAC disc • This unit can play back MP3/WMA/AAC files with the extension code <.mp3>, <.wma>, or <.m4a> (regardless of the letter case—upper/lower). • This unit can show the names of albums, artists (performer), ID3 Tag (Version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3, or 2.4) for MP3, and show WMA/AAC Tag. • This unit can display only one-byte characters. No other characters can be correctly displayed.
ENGLISH Playing MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV tracks from a USB device • Connecting a USB device automatically changes the source to “USB.” • While playing from a USB device, the playback order may differ from other players. • This unit may be unable to play back some USB devices or some files due to their characteristics or recording conditions. • Depending on the shape of the USB devices and connection ports, some USB devices may not be attached properly or the connection might be loose.
• After removing a USB device, “NO USB“ appears and you cannot operate some of the buttons. Reattach a USB device or press SRC to select another playback source. Bluetooth operations General • While driving, do not perform complicated operation such as dialing the numbers, using phone book, etc. When you perform these operations, stop your car in a safe place. • Some Bluetooth devices may not be connected to this unit depending on the Bluetooth version of the device.
What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. FM/AM General ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy/Cause • Sound cannot be heard from the speakers. • Adjust the volume to the optimum level. • Check the cords and connections. • The unit does not work at all. Reset the unit (see page 2). • SSM automatic presetting does not work. Store stations manually. • Static noise while listening to the radio. Connect the aerial firmly.
Remedy/Cause • Tracks do not play back in the order you have intended them to play. Playback order is determined when files are recorded. • Elapsed playing time is not correct. This sometimes occurs during play. This is caused by how the tracks are recorded on the disc. • “PLEASE” and “EJECT” appear alternately on the display. Insert a disc that contains MP3/WMA/AAC tracks. • Correct characters are not displayed (e.g. album name).
ENGLISH Symptom Remedy/Cause • Bluetooth device does not detect the unit. The unit can be connected with one Bluetooth cellular phone and one Bluetooth audio device at a time. While connecting a device, this unit cannot be detected from another device. Disconnect currently connected device and search again. CD changer Bluetooth * • The unit does not detect the Bluetooth device. • Check the Bluetooth setting of the device. • Search from the Bluetooth device.
Remedy/Cause • “noSIGNAL” appears on the display. Move to an area with stronger signals. • “RESET 08” appears on the display. Connect this unit and the DAB tuner correctly and reset the unit (see page 2). • The DAB tuner does not work at all. Reconnect this unit and the DAB tuner correctly. Then, reset the unit (see page 2). • “ANTENANG” appears on the display. Check the cords and connections. • The iPod or D. player does not turn on or does not work.
ENGLISH Specifications AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front and rear: 50 W per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front and rear: 19 W per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Load Impedance: 4 Ω (4 Ω to 8 Ω allowance) Tone Control Range: Bass: ±12 dB at 60 Hz Mid-range: ±12 dB at 1 kHz Treble: ±12 dB at 10 kHz Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB Line-Out Level/Impedance: 2.
Type: Compact disc player Signal Detection System: Non-contact optical pickup (semiconductor laser) Number of Channels: 2 channels (stereo) Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 20 000 Hz Dynamic Range: 96 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio 98 dB Wow and Flutter: Less than measurable limit MP3 Decoding Format: (MPEG1/2 Audio Layer 3) Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps WMA (Windows Media® Audio) Decoding Format: Max. Bit Rate: 320 kbps AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) Decoding Format: Max.
Having TROUBLE with operation? Please reset your unit Refer to page of How to reset your unit Dear Customer, This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is: JVC Technology Centre Europe GmbH Postfach 10 05 52 61145 Friedberg Germany EN, FR © 2007 Victor Company of Japan, Limited Rear_KD-G731_003A_f.
