KS-FX701/KS-FX601/KS-F501 ENGLISH CASSETTE RECEIVER !"#$ KS-FX701/KS-FX601/KS-F501 KS-FX701/KS-FX601/KS-F501 «‘∑¬ÿ‡§√◊ËÕ߇≈Ëπ‡∑ª ‰∑¬ KS-FX701 CD CHANGER CONTROL LOUD DISP Multi Music Scan SCAN 7 8 9 10 11 12 MO 12 MO RM-RK31 KS-FX601 CD CHANGER CONTROL LOUD DISP Multi Music Scan SCAN 7 8 9 10 11 KS-F501 DETACHABLE CONTROL PANEL LOUD DISP Multi Music Scan SCAN For installation and connections, refer to the separate manual. !"#$%&'()*+,-.
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. CONTENTS BASIC OPERATIONS .................................................... 3 RADIO OPERATIONS ................................................... 4 Listening to the radio ..................................................................... 4 Storing stations in memory ..................................
BASIC OPERATIONS KS-FX701/KS-FX601 ENGLISH KS-F501 1 3 2 Note: When you use this unit for the first time, set the built-in clock correctly, see page 18. 1 2 Turn on the power. Note on One-Touch Operation: When you select a source in step 2 below, the power automatically comes on. You do not have to press this button to turn on the power. 2 KS-FX701 KS-FX601 KS-F501 Select the source. To operate the tuner, see pages 4 – 8. To operate the tape deck, see pages 9 – 11.
ENGLISH RADIO OPERATIONS Listening to the radio KS-FX701/KS-FX601 KS-F501 1 1 KS-F501 2 1 2 Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM). KS-FX701 KS-FX601 You can select any one of FM1, FM2, and FM3 to listen to an FM station. Selected band appears Audio or volume level indicator KS-FX701/KS-FX601 FM1 FM2 2 KS-F501 FM3 AM To search stations of higher frequencies. FM1 FM2 FM3 AM Start searching a station. When a station is received, searching stops.
ENGLISH Storing stations in memory You can use one of the following two methods to store broadcasting stations in memory. • Automatic preset of FM stations: SSM (Strong-station Sequential Memory) • Manual preset of both FM and AM stations FM station automatic preset: SSM You can preset 6 local FM stations in each FM band (FM1, FM2, and FM3).
ENGLISH Manual preset You can preset up to 6 stations in each band (FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM) manually. EXAMPLE: Storing an FM station of 88.3 MHz into the preset number 1 of the FM1 band KS-FX701/KS-FX601 KS-F501 3 1 1 2 1 2 KS-F501 Select the FM1 band. KS-FX701 KS-FX601 2 Tune into a station of 88.3 MHz. See page 4 to tune into a station. 3 Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds. Preset number “P1” starts flashing for a while.
ENGLISH Tuning into a preset station You can easily tune into a preset station. Remember that you must store stations first. If you have not stored them yet, see pages 5 and 6. KS-FX701/KS-FX601 KS-F501 2 1 1 KS-F501 1 Select the band (FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM) you want. KS-FX701 KS-FX601 KS-FX701/KS-FX601 FM1 FM2 FM3 FM2 FM3 AM KS-F501 FM1 AM 2 Select the number (1 – 6) for the preset station you want.
ENGLISH Other convenient tuner functions SCAN MO/RND (KS-FX701/KS-FX601) MO (KS-F501) Scanning broadcast stations When you press SCAN while listening to the radio, station scanning starts. Each time a broadcast is tuned in, scanning stops for about 5 seconds (tuned frequency number flashes on the display), and you can check what program is now being broadcasted. If you want to listen to that program, press the same button again to stop scanning.
TAPE OPERATIONS KS-FX701/KS-FX601 ENGLISH Listening to a tape KS-F501 1 1 2 2 Insert a cassette. The unit turns on and tape play starts automatically. When one side of the tape reaches its end during play, the other side of the tape automatically starts playing. (Auto Reverse) Note on One-Touch Operation: When a cassette is already in the cassette compartment, pressing TAPE 2 3 turns on the unit and starts tape play automatically. 2 KS-FX701 KS-FX601 Select the tape direction.
ENGLISH To fast-forward and rewind a tape • Press ¢ for more than 1 second to fast-forward the tape. When the tape reaches its end, the tape is reversed and playback starts from the beginning of the other side. for more than 1 second to rewind the tape. • Press 4 When the tape reaches its end, playback of the same side starts. Tape direction To stop fast-forward and rewind at any position on the tape, press TAPE 2 3. Tape play starts from that position on the tape.
0 KS-FX701/KS-FX601 RPT Prohibiting tape ejection KS-F501 TAPE 23 0 ENGLISH Other convenient tape functions FM You can prohibit the tape ejection and can “lock” a tape in the cassette compartment. Press and hold TAPE 2 3 (KS-FX701/KS-FX601), FM (KS-F501) and 0 for more than 2 seconds. “NO EJECT” flashes on the display for about 5 seconds, and the tape is “locked.
ENGLISH SOUND ADJUSTMENTS Turning on/off the loudness function The human ear is less sensitive to low and high frequencies at low volumes. The loudness function can boost these frequencies to produce a well-balanced sound at low volume level. Each time you press LOUD, the loudness function turns on/off alternatively. Selecting preset sound modes You can select a preset sound adjustment suitable to the music genre. Each time you press SCM, the sound mode changes as follows.
ENGLISH Adjusting the sound You can adjust the treble/bass sounds and the speaker balance. 2 1 1 Select the item you want to adjust. Indication To do: Range BAS (bass) Adjust the bass –06 (min.) — +06 (max.) TRE (treble) Adjust the treble –06 (min.) — +06 (max.) FAD (Fader)* Adjust the front and rear speaker balance R06 (rear only) — F06 (front only) BAL (Balance) Adjust the left and right speaker balance L06 (left only) — R06 (right only) VOL (Volume) Adjust the volume 00 (min.
ENGLISH Using the Sound Control Memory You can select and store a preset sound adjustment suitable to each playback source. (Advanced SCM) Selecting and storing the sound modes Once you select a sound mode, it is stored in memory, and will be recalled every time you select the same source. A sound mode can be stored for each of the following sources — FM1, FM2, FM3, AM, Tape, (CD-Changer and external components: for KS-FX701/KS-FX601).
ENGLISH Recalling the sound modes 1 1 KS-FX701 KS-FX601 KS-F501 Select the source while the “SCM” indicator is lit on the display. The “SCM” indictor starts flashing, and the sound mode stored in memory for the selected source is recalled. or Sound mode indicators Notes: • You can adjust each sound mode to your preference, and store it in memory. If you want to adjust and store your original sound mode, see “Storing your own sound adjustments” on page 17.
ENGLISH Canceling Advanced SCM You can cancel the Advanced SCM (Sound Control Memory), and unlink the sound modes and the playback sources. When shipped from the factory, a different sound mode can be stored in memory for each source so that you can change the sound modes simply by changing the sources. LINK ON: Advanced SCM (different SCM for different sources) LINK OFF: Conventional SCM (one SCM for all sources) 3 1,4 1 2 Press and hold SEL for more than 2 seconds.
You can adjust the sound modes (BEAT, SOFT, POP: see page 12) as you like and store your own adjustments in memory. ENGLISH Storing your own sound adjustments 3 2 2 1 1,4 Call up the sound mode you want to adjust. See page 12 for details. 2 Within 5 seconds To adjust the bass or treble sound level Select “BAS” or “TRE.” To turn on or off the loudness function Each time you press LOUD, the loudness function turns on and off alternatively.
ENGLISH OTHER MAIN FUNCTIONS Setting the clock 2,3 1,4 1 DISP Press and hold the button for more than 2 seconds. “CLOCK H,” “CLOCK M”, “SCM LINK”, “LEVEL”, “B.SKIP” or “EXT IN★” appears on the display. ★ Displayed only when one of the following sources is selected — FM, AM and TAPE. (ONLY FOR KS-FX701/KS-FX601) 2 1. Set the hour. 1. Select “CLOCK H” if not shown on the display. 2. 2. Adjust the hour. 3 1. Set the minute. 1. Select “CLOCK M.” 2. 2. Adjust the minute. 4 Finish the setting.
ENGLISH Selecting the level display You can select the level display according to your preference. When shipped from the factory, “AUDIO 2” is selected. AUDIO1: Shows the audio level indicator. AUDIO2: Alternates “AUDIO 1” setting and illumination display. OFF : Erases the audio level indicator. 3 1,4 2 1 Press and hold SEL for more than 2 seconds. “CLOCK H”, “CLOCK M”, “SCM LINK”, “LEVEL”, “B.SKIP” or “EXT IN★” appears on the display.
ENGLISH Detaching the control panel You can detach the control panel when leaving the car. When detaching or attaching the control panel, be careful not to damage the connectors on the back of the control panel and on the panel holder. How to detach the control panel Before detaching the control panel, be sure to turn off the power. 1 2 3 How to attach the control panel 1 Unlock the control panel. Lift and pull the control panel out of the unit.
This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX701 Remote sensor Before using the remote controller: • Aim the remote controller directly at the remote sensor on the main unit. Make sure there is no obstacle in between. • Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light (direct sunlight or artificial lighting). ENGLISH REMOTE OPERATIONS Installing the battery When the controllable range or effectiveness of the remote controller decreases, replace the battery. 1. Remove the battery holder.
ENGLISH Using the remote controller 1 Functions the same as the button on the main unit. 2 • Functions as the BAND button while listening to the radio. Each time you press the button, the band changes. • Functions as the DISC + button while listening to the CD changer. Each time you press the button, the disc number increases, and the selected disc starts playing. • Does not function as the PROG button. 3 • Functions as the PRESET button while listening to the radio.
This section is ONLY FOR KS-FX701/KS-FX601, when used with a JVC CD automatic changer (separately purchased). We recommend that you use one of the CH-X series with your unit. If you have another CD automatic changer, consult your JVC car audio dealer for connections. • For example, if your CD automatic changer is one of the KD-MK series, you need a cord (KSU15K) for connecting it to this unit.
ENGLISH To fast forward or reverse the track Press and hold ¢ , while playing a CD, to fast forward the track. Press and hold 4 , while playing a CD, to reverse the track. To go to the next track or the previous track Press ¢ briefly, while playing a CD, to go ahead to the beginning of the next track. Each time you press the button consecutively, the beginning of the next tracks is located and played back. briefly, while playing a CD, to go back to the beginning Press 4 of the current track.
ENGLISH Selecting CD playback modes RPT MO/RND (KS-FX701/KS-FX601) To play back tracks at random (Random Play) Each time you press MO/RND (Mono/Random) while playing a CD, CD random play mode changes as follows: MO Mode RND1 RND2 (Random1) (Random2) RND Indicator Canceled Plays at random RND1 Lights All tracks of the current disc, then the tracks of the next disc, and so on. RND2 Flashes All tracks of all discs inserted in the magazine.
ENGLISH EXTERNAL COMPONENT OPERATIONS FOR KS-FX701/KS-FX601 ONLY You can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied). 3 1 Preparations: • For connecting the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 and the external component, refer to the Installation/ Connection Manual (separate volume). • Before operating the external component using the following procedure, select the external input correctly.
You can connect the external component to the CD changer jack on the rear using the Line Input Adaptor KS-U57 (not supplied). To use the external component as the playback source through this receiver, you need to select which device — CD changer or external component — to use. When shipped from the factory, CD changer is selected as the external component.
ENGLISH MAINTENANCE To extend the lifetime of the unit This unit requires very little attention, but you will be able to extend the life of the unit if you follow the instructions below. To clean the heads • Clean the heads after every 10 hours of use using a wet-type head cleaning tape (available at an audio store). When the head becomes dirty, you may realize the following symptoms: – Sound quality is reduced. – Sound level decreases. – Sound drops out. • Do not play dirty or dusty tapes.
What appears to be trouble is not always serious. Check the following points before calling a service center. Symptoms Causes Remedies Insert the cassette with the • A cassette tape cannot be inserted. You have tried to insert a cassette in the wrong way. • Cassette tapes become hot. This is not a malfunction. • Tape sound is at very low level and sound quality is degraded. The tape head is dirty. Clean it with a head cleaning tape. • Sound is sometimes interrupted. Connections are not good.
ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS AUDIO AMPLIFIER SECTION CASSETTE DECK SECTION Maximum Power Output: Front: 40 watts per channel Rear: 40 watts per channel Continuous Power Output (RMS): Front: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Rear: 16 watts per channel into 4 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 000 Hz at no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
KS-FX701/KS-FX601 KS-F501 Installation/Connection Manual !"#$ ØVO d² « ULOKFð VÒO² qO u² « V J GET0009-002A [U] • This unit is designed to operate on 12 volts DC, NEGATIVE ground electrical systems. • The following illustration shows a typical installation. However, you should make adjustments corresponding to your specific car. If you have any questions or require information regarding installation kits, consult your JVC car audio dealer or a company supplying kits.
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ENGLISH wÐdŽ ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ! To prevent short circuits, we recommend that you disconnect the battery’s negative terminal and make all electrical connections before installing the unit. If you are not sure how to install this unit correctly, have it installed by a qualified technician. !"#$%&'()*+,#-./0123#4567/ !"#$%&'()*$+,)-./012345678 !"#$ Note: This unit is designed to operate on 12 volts DC, NEGATIVE ground electrical systems.
PRECAUTIONS on power supply and speaker connections: • !"#$%&'&()*+,-./0123456 • !"#$%&"' ! !"#$ !" ! 12V !"#$ !"#$%&'() • !"#$%&%' !"()*+,-./01 !" – !"#$%&'()*1 2 !"#$% !"#$%&'()*+,-./#0-123 !"# 3 !"#$%&'()*+ – !"#$%&'()*3 !"#$%&' !"#$% – !"#$ %&'()*+,-./ 0%&123 • DO NOT connect the speaker leads of the power cord to the car battery; otherwise, the unit will be seriously damaged.
