JVC NX PS1B PS1 User Manual LVT1633 003A

User Manual: JVC NX-PS1B NX-PS1B English,

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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

NX-PS1

—Consists of CA-NXPS1, SP-NXPS1F and SP-NXPS1W

STANDBY

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

NX-PS1

VOLUME

FUNCTION

CA-NXPS1 SP-NXPS1F SP-NXPS1WSP-NXPS1F

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT1633-003A

[B]

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Warnings, Cautions and Others

IMPORTANT for the U.K.

DO NOT

cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the

plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home

or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain

an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult

your dealer.

BE SURE

to replace the fuse only with an identical approved

type, as originally fitted.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the

fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible

shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then

follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT:

DO NOT

make any connection to the terminal which is

marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or

coloured green or green-and-yellow.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured

markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as

follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the

terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the

terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

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CAUTION

• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.

(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be

able to get out.)

• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.

• When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws

governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

• Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with

liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:

1. Front: No obstructions and open spacing.

2. Sides/ Top/ Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.

3. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a

stand with a height of 10 cm or more.

10 cm

15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

2 cm 2 cm

15 cm

15 cm

2 cm

Front Side

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

“SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT”

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety

standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best

results and safety is to be assured.

Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and

interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or

changing connections.

Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of

your equipment.

Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally,

or if it is damaged in any way—switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated

that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode.

Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to

do this.

Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from

the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your

hearing.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft

furnishings.

Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

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DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws—to ensure complete

safety always fit the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided

according to the instructions.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

– NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any

other opening in the case —this could result in a fatal electrical shock.;

– NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind—it is better

to be safe than sorry!

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

P.O. Box 10 05 52

61145 Friedberg

Germany

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Contents

Introduction ............................................. 2

Precautions ..............................................................2

Getting Started ........................................ 3

Connection ..............................................................5

Basic Operations ...................................... 7

Unit .........................................................................7

Remote Control .......................................................9

Setting the Clock and Daily Timer ...... 11

Setting the Clock ...................................................11

Setting the Daily Timer .........................................11

Playing Back from iPod ........................ 13

To Connect iPod ...................................................13

Basic Operations ...................................................14

Playing Back from USB mass storage class

device ................................................... 15

To connect the USB mass storage class device ....15

Basic Operations ...................................................15

Playing Back from the PC .................... 17

How to install the USB drivers .............................17

To playback sounds on the PC ..............................18

Playing Back from Other Equipment .. 19

To connect other equipment .................................19

Troubleshooting ..................................... 20

Specifications ......................................... 21

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Introduction

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.

Precautions

Installation

• Install in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold–between 5°C and 35°C.

• Install the System in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat buildup inside

the System.

• Leave sufficient distance between the System and the TV.

• Keep the speakers away from the TV to avoid interference with TV.

Power sources

• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull on the plug, not the AC adaptor.

Internal heat

Others

• Should any metallic object or liquid fall into the System, unplug the AC adaptor and consult your

dealer before operating any further.

• If you are not going to operate the System for an extended period of time, unplug the AC adaptor

from the wall outlet.

If anything goes wrong, unplug the AC adaptor and consult your dealer.

DO NOT install the System in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to

direct sunlight, excessive dust or vibration.

DO NOT handle the AC adaptor with wet hands.

For safety, observe the following carefully:

• Make sure there is good ventilation the main unit. Poor ventilation could overheat

and damage the System.

• DO NOT block the ventilation openings or holes. If they are blocked by a newspaper

or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.

DO NOT disassemble the System since there are no user serviceable parts inside.

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Getting Started

Supplied Accessories

After unpacking, check to be sure that you have all the following items. The number in parentheses

indicates the quantity of each piece supplied.

• Remote control (1)

• Lithium coin battery CR2025 (1) (The battery has been installed when shipped from the factory.)

• Speaker cords 1.5m (2)

• Speaker cord 2.5m (1)

• AC power cord (1)

• AC adaptor (AA-R2401) (1)

• iPod connection cable (Audio) (1)

• iPod stand (1)

If anything is missing, consult your dealer immediately.

CAUTION:

To avoid risk of fire, and to prevent damage.

• Do not use AC adaptors except the supplied AC adaptor.

• Do not use the supplied AC adaptor for other equipment.

Prepare the Remote Control

When you use the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulation sheet.

Replacing the Battery in the Remote Control

Insert the battery into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and -) correctly.

Insulation sheet

(Front side)

Lithium coin battery

(product number: CR2025)

(Rear side)

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Warning

• Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. If a child accidentally

swallows the battery, consult a doctor immediately.

• Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the battery or dispose of it in a fire. Doing

any of these things may cause the battery to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials. Doing this may cause the

battery to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• When throwing away or saving the battery, wrap it in tape and insulate; otherwise, the

battery may start to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools. Doing this may cause the

battery to give off heat, crack, or start a fire.

• Dispose of battery in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local

regulations.

CAUTION:

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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Connection

Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.

USB

AUDIO

i Pod

DC IN

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT WOOFER

6-16Ω8-16Ω

23V 2.5A

INPUT

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT WOOFER

6-16Ω8-16Ω

Subwoofer

Unit

To a wall outlet

Plug the AC power cord

only after all connections

are complete.

AC adaptor

USB AUDIO

terminal

iPod terminal

DC IN

23V 2.5A

Main speaker

Speaker cord (1.5m) Speaker cord (1.5m)

AC adaptor

AC power

cord

Main speaker

Speaker cord (2.5m)

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To connect the speaker cords

Make sure the unit, main speakers, and subwoofer are connected correctly and firmly.

When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarity of the speaker terminals: white cord to

(+) and white cord with black stripe to (-).

NOTES

• DO NOT connect more than one speaker to each terminal.

• DO NOT allow the conductor of the speaker cords to be in touch with the metallic parts of the

System.

e.g. Speaker

2 Insert

1 Hold

3 Release

e.g. Unit

1 Unlock

2 Insert

3 Lock

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Basic Operations

Unit

Operating on the Unit

Buttons Functions

Adjusts the volume level VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX.

Selects a source. See “Playing Back from iPod” (

P.13

).

See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class

device” (P.15).

See “Playing Back from the PC” (P.17).

See “Playing Back from Other Equipment” (P.19).

Turns on or off (standby) the power.

Operates music.

See “Playing Back from iPod” (

P.13

).

See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class device” (P.15).

STANDBY

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

NX-PS1

VOLUME

FUNCTION

AUX PHONES

USB

MEMORY

4

3

2

1

Display

STANDBY lamp

Remote control

sensor

Operation

buttons

Adjust the volume

Select a source

STANDBY/ON button

AUX jack

PHONES jack

USB MEMORY terminal

Opening the front panel cover

Using Headphones

Be sure to turn down the volume before

connecting or wearing the headphones.

• Connecting the headphones will

deactivate the speakers.

VOLUME

1

FUNCTION

2iPod USB MEMORY

AUX USB AUDIO

3

4

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Display Information

While selecting iPod / USB AUDIO:

While selecting USB MEMORY:

While selecting AUX:

Volume level

Source name

Current status

⇔

Clock display

Elapsed playing time

Current track number

Current group number

File information ⇔ Clock display

Volume level

Volume level

Source name

No display ⇔ Clock display

Symbols Description

RND Lights when Random Play mode is activated in USB MEMORY mode. (P.17)

1/ ALL/ GR Lights when Repeat mode is activated in USB MEMORY mode. (P.17)

FLAT/ROCK/POP/

JAZZ/CLAS(CLASSIC)

Displays an selected EQ setting. (P.10)

Lights when the USB mass storage class device is connected and the USB

MEMORY mode is selected.

SLEEP Lights when the Sleep Timer is activated. (P.10)

Lights when Daily Timer is set. (P.11)

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Remote Control

Operating on the Remote Control

Others

4

3

9

2

1

5

6

7

10

8

Sleep timer

Adjust the volume

STANDBY/ON button

Change the display information

Select a source

Dimmer/ECO mode

Adjust the tone

FADE MUTING button

Buttons Functions

Turns on or off (standby) the power

Changes the display information.

USB MEMORY mode : Clock display

⇔

File information

Other mode : Clock display ⇔ Source information

Changes source to iPod.

See “Playing Back from iPod” (

P.13

).

Changes source to USB MEMORY.

See “Playing Back from USB mass storage class device” (P.15).

Changes source to USB AUDIO and AUX.

See “Playing Back from the PC” (P.17).

See “Playing Back from Other Equipment” (P.19).

Adjusts the volume level VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX.

Drops the volume in a moment.

To restore the volume, press again, or adjust the volume level.

1

2

3

4

5

Buttons Reference pages

CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)

CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)

USB MEMORY (P.15)

AUX (P.19)

CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)

USB MEMORY (P.15)

6

7

8

Buttons Reference pages

CLOCK/TIMER set (P.11)

iPod (

P.13

)

USB MEMORY (P.15)

USB MEMORY (P.15)

9

10

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To dim the display—DIMMER

• To cancel this function, press DIMMER/ECO again. “DIMMER OFF” appears.

To set the ECO mode.

In ECO mode, the dispaly goes off and the least power is consumed.

• To cancel this function, press DIMMER/ECO again.

“ECO OFF” appears and then the clock is displayed.

To turn off the System after a certain period of time—Sleep Timer

• To check the time remaining before the shut-off time, press SLEEP once.

If you press the button repeatedly, you can change the shut-off time

To adjust the tone

Press while the System is turned on. “DIMMER ON” appears.

Press While the System is turned off. “ECO ON” appears and then nothing is displayed.

1Press repeatedly to specify the time (in minutes) as follows:

2Wait until the set time goes off.

1Selects an item as follows :

2

• Adjust the bass and treble level with VOLUME +/- from -5 to +5.

• Select a EQ setting as follows with VOLUME +/-:

When the bass or treble level is adjusted, EQ is not effective and EQ symbol disappears.

BASS/TREBLE adjustment will not work at the same time as the EQ. The last setting made will become

effective.

10 20 30 60 90 120

OFF (Canceled)

EQ BASS TREBLE

FLAT

CLAS JAZZ

ROCK

ROCK POP

ROCK Boosts low and high frequency. Good for acoustic music.

POP Good for vocal music.

JAZZ Good for jazz music.

CLAS

(CLASSIC)

Good for classical music.

FLAT Normal sound.

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Setting the Clock and Daily Timer

Setting the Clock

• To go back to the previous step, press CANCEL.

• If there is a power failure, the clock loses the setting and is reset to “0:00”. You need to set the

clock again.

Setting the Daily Timer

Without setting the built-in clock, you cannot use Daily Timer.

Using Daily Timer, you can wake up with music, etc.

Connect the iPod or USB mass storage device, or other equipment, to the Unit beforehand. (P.13,

P.15, P.19)

• To exit from the timer setting, press CLOCK/TIMER as required.

• To correct a misentry during the process, press CANCEL. You can return to the previous step.

1Activate the clock setting mode (“Clock Adjust” appears).

The hour digit of the time indication blinks on the display.

• If you have already adjusted the clock before, press the button repeatedly

until “Clock Adjust” appears.

If the clock has not been adjusted, “Clock Adjust” appears first.

21 Adjust the hour. The minute digits of the time indication blink

on the display.

2 Adjust the minute. The built-in clock starts working.

1Select the timer setting mode.

2

1 Adjust the hour then the minute for Daily Timer on-time.

2 Adjust the hour then the minute for Daily Timer off-time.

• The on-time and off-time of the Daily Timer cannot be set to the same time.

3 Select the playback source—“iPod,” “USB MEMORY,” or “AUX.”

• If “USB MEMORY” is selected, select the GROUP number (“001” to

“500” and “---”) and then select the TRACK number (“001” to “999”

and “---”).

If you select “---,” TRACK1 in GROUP1 is set.

4 Select the volume level (“VOLUME MIN / 1 to 29 / VOLUME MAX”).

“SET OK” appears briefly followed by setting information, then the

icon appears on the display.

3Turn off the System (on standby).

Current timer settings

Canceled

Timer setting Clock Adjust

or

(Twice) Current timer settings Timer setting

Canceled Clock Adjust

or

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To cancel the Daily Timer

To turn on the Daily Timer again (Turn on a timer setting you have made

beforehand.)

1Select the current timer settings mode.

2 icon disappears.

1Select the current timer settings mode.

2 icon appears on the display.

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Playing Back from iPod

This system is equipped with an iPod terminal on the rear panel. You can connect your iPod to this

terminal and enjoy the sound from your iPod.

Compatible iPod types:

If the iPod does not play correctly, please update your iPod software to the latest version.

• For details about updating your iPod, check on the Apple web site <http://www.apple.com>.

To Connect iPod

Connect the iPod to the System using the supplied cable.

Make sure the System is turned off when you connect it.

Connect the arrow of iPod terminal and the arrow of the connector facing each other.

iPod nano 1G/2G/4G

iPod mini

iPod (4th Generation) 20G/40G

iPod photo (4th Generation) 20G/30G/40G/60G

iPod video (5th Generation) 30G/60G

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.,

registered in the U.S. and other countries.

USB

AUDIO

i Pod

DC IN

SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT WOOFER

8-16Ω

23V 2.5A

1

2

You can place the iPod on

the supplied iPod stand.

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When disconnecting the iPod, make sure that the System is turned off.

Basic Operations

NOTES

• The iPod battery is charged while the System is turned on or on standby (except in ECO mode).

See the iPod instruction manual about battery charging.

• If you connect an iPod to the iPod terminal and a USB mass storage class device to the USB

MEMORY terminal at the same time, the system might be overloaded.

• Sound distortion may occur when playing back audio sources with high recording levels. When

distortion occurs, it is recommended to turn off the equalizer of the iPod. For information on

operating the iPod, see the iPod instruction manual.

• JVC is not responsible for any loss of or damage to iPod that might result from the use of this

product.

• When you connect your iPod to the cable, make sure it connects all the way in.

• Do not carry the System with iPod connected. You might drop it down or it might cause damages

to the connector part.

• Do not touch or hit the iPod terminal pins or the connector pins directly. It might cause damages

to the connector part.

• Remove the iPod from the cable when you do not use.

• Always set volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment.

Button Function

On the Unit On the remote

Start playback / Pause

Press and hold : The iPod is in sleep mode

Increase the track numbers

Press and hold : Fast forward search

Decrease the track numbers

Press and hold : Fast reverse search

(Press this button during playback to jump back to the beginning of

the track.)

To remove the connector from

your iPod, squeeze the buttons

on the sides and pull.

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Playing Back from USB mass storage class device

This System is equipped with a USB MEMORY terminal on the front panel. You can connect a

USB mass storage class device such as a USB flash memory device, Digital Audio Player (DAP),

etc. to this System.

This System cannot recognize a USB mass storage class device whose rating exceeds 5V/500mA.

To connect the USB mass storage class device

When connecting a USB mass storage class device, refer also to its manual.

• When disconnecting the USB mass storage class device, make sure that the System is in the stop condition.

Basic Operations

For MP3/WMA playback

Button Function

On the Unit On the remote

Starts playback / Pauses

Stops playback

Increases the track numbers.

Press and hold : Fast forward search

Decreases the track numbers.

Press and hold : Fast reverse search

(Press this button during playback to jump back to the beginning of

the track.)

1Set Number select mode.

2

Input the Group number, then

input the Track number.

STANDBY

AUX PHONES

USB

MEMORY

DAP

or

or

Track number

Group number

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• To exit from the Number select mode, press CANCEL.

NOTES

• You cannot send any data to your USB mass storage class device from this System.

• Always set volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment.

• Connect the USB mass storage class device directly to the system. Using a USB hub may result in

malfunction.

• Coded or encrypted tracks in a special method cannot be played on the unit.

• The USB mass storage device's battery is charged while the System is turned on or on standby (except

in ECO mode).

• An iPod does not play on the USB MEMORY terminal. “RESTRICT” appears on the display when an

iPod is connected to the USB MEMORY terminal while USB MEMORY is selected for the source.

• This System may not playback some USB mass storage devices and does not support DRM (Digital

Rights Management).

• Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back and will be skipped.

This result from their recording processes and conditions.

• This System can play back MP3/WMA files with the extension code <.mp3> or <.wma> (regardless of

the letter case–upper/lower).

• Some characters or symbols will not be shown correctly on the display.

The maximum character number shown on the display is 32 (without the extension code) for files, and

30 for ID3 tag.

• It is recommended that you make each MP3 file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a bit rate of 128

kbps. Similarly each WMA file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a bit rate of 96 kbps.

• Playback order of MP3/WMA tracks may be different from the one you have intended while recording.

If a folder does not include MP3/WMA tracks, they are ignored.

3Start playback.

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Repeat Play

Random Play

This System is equipped with a USB AUDIO terminal on the rear panel. You can connect your PC

to this terminal and enjoy the sound from your PC. When you connect your PC for the first time,

follow the procedure below.

How to install the USB drivers

1

Press repeatedly before you start playback to specify the repeat mode as follows:

1Repeats the current track.

ALL Repeats all tracks.

GR Repeats all tracks in the current group.

Cancel

2Start playback.

1RND appears on the display before you start playback.

• To cancel, press again.

2Playback starts in random order.

Random Play ends when all tracks are played.

• To repeat random play, press REPEAT.

1Turn on your PC and start running Windows ® 98SE, Windows ® Me, Windows ® 2000, or

Windows ® XP.

• If the PC has been turned on, close all the applications running.

2

Select USB AUDIO for the source.

• USB AUDIO can be selected also by the FUNCTION button on the unit.

Playing Back from the PC

USB AUDIO

AUX

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NOTE

• Always set volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment.

To playback sounds on the PC

Refer to the manuals supplied with the media player application installed on the PC.

* Microsoft ®, Windows ® 98SE, Windows ® Me, Windows ® 2000 and Windows ® XP are

registered trademarks of Microsoft corporation.

NOTES

• You cannot send any signal or data to your PC from this System.

• DO NOT turn off the unit or disconnect the USB cable while installing the drivers and for several

seconds while your PC is recognizing the receiver.

• Use a full speed USB cable (version 1.1).

Recommended cord length is shorter than approximately 2 m.

• If your PC does not recognize the unit, disconnect the USB cable and connect it again. If it does

not work yet, restart Windows.

• The installed drivers can be recognized only when the USB cable is connected between the unit

and your PC.

• The sound may not be played back correctly— interrupted or degraded—due to your PC settings

and PC specifications.

3

Connect the System to the PC using a USB cable (not supplied).

• Use “USB series A plug to B plug” cable.

4The USB drivers are installed automatically.

(rear panel)

USB cable

(not supplied)

PC

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Playing Back from Other Equipment

To connect other equipment

By using a stereo mini plug cord (not supplied), you can connect other equipment with analog audio

output jacks, such as Digital Audio Player, a TV, etc.

• Refer to the manuals supplied with the other equipment.

NOTE

• Always set volume to the minimum level when connecting or disconnecting the other equipment.

To select other equipment for the source

To adjust the sound input level from other equipment

You can adjust the sound input level from the connected equipment, if the incoming signal is too

small or too large.

Select AUX for the source.

• AUX can be selected also by the FUNCTION button on the unit.

1Select AUX for the source.

2Press and hold until the indicator appears on the display. Then press and hold until setting is

changed.

LEVEL 1:

Decreased input level. Suitable for equipment with high output level (such as a DVD player).

LEVEL 2:

Ordinary input level (factory setting). Suitable for equipment with low output level (such as a portable audio

device).

Stereo mini plug cord (not supplied)

AUX

(front panel)

Portable audio

device, Game

machine, etc.

USB AUDIO

AUX

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

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Troubleshooting

If you are having a problem with your System, check this list for a possible solution before calling

for service.

General:

Power does not come on.

Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug in securely.

Adjustments or settings are suddenly canceled before you finish.

There is a time limit. Repeat the procedure again.

Operations are disabled.

The built-in microprocessor may malfunction due to external electrical interference. Unplug

the AC power cord and then plug it back in.

Unable to operate the System from the remote control.

The path between the remote control and the remote sensor on the System is blocked.

Point it at the remote sensor on the font panel.

Signals cannot reach the remote sensor.

More closer to the System.

The batteries are exhausted.

No sound is heard from the speakers.

Speaker connections are incorrect or loose (P.5).

Headphones are connected (P.7).

Sound from PC connected with a USB cable has some noise (P.17).

PC is subjected to excessive load due to using other applications. Close the applications you do

not use.

PC is connected via USB Hub. Connect the PC directly to the main unit with a USB cable.

iPod/USB mass storage class device Operations:

The iPod doesn’t playback although the display indicates CONNECT.

The battery is empty. Let stand for more than approximately ten minutes on the connecting

condition.

Timer Operations:

Daily Timer does not work.

The System has been turned on when the ontime comes.

Timer starts working only when the System is turned off.

There might have been a power failure.

Set the clock first, then the timer again.

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Specifications

Amplifier

Output Power

Main Speaker 10 W per channel, min. RMS,

driven into 6Ω at 1kHz, with

no more than 10% total

harmonic distortion (IEC268-

3)

Subwoofer 30W, min. RMS, driven into

8Ω at 100Hz, with no more

than 10% total harmonic

distortion (IEC268-3)

Terminals

Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz)

AUX IN LEVEL1 500 mV/47 kΩ

LEVEL2 125 mV/47 kΩ

USB AUDIO Ver. 1.1

USB MEMORY Ver. 1.1

Compatible device Mass Storage Class

Compatible file system FAT16, FAT32

Bus power supply Max. 5V/500 mA

iPod

Compatible iPod types See Page 13

Bus power supply Max. 5V/500 mA

Speaker terminals Main speaker 6Ω-16Ω

Subwoofer 8Ω-16Ω

PHONES 32Ω - 1 kΩ

15 mW/ch output into 32Ω

Unit

Dimensions 90mm × 96mm × 137mm

(W/H/D)

Mass Approx. 0.5kg

Speaker Specifications

Main speaker SP-NXPS1F (each unit)

Type Full range bass-reflex type

Speaker Unit 7.5 cm cone × 1

Power handling Capacity

10 W

Impedance 6Ω

Frequency Range 150 Hz - 20 kHz

Sound pressure level 83 dB/W • m

Dimensions 90mm × 96mm × 90mm

(W/H/D)

Mass Approx. 0.63kg

Subwoofer SP-NXPS1W

Type Bass Reflex Type

Speaker Unit 16 cm cone × 1

Power handling Capacity

30 W

Impedance 8Ω

Frequency Range 35 Hz - 150Hz

Sound pressure level 80 dB/W • m

Dimensions 221mm × 221mm × 222mm

(W/H/D)

Mass Approx. 3.5kg

Accessories

See Page 3

Power Specifications

NX-PS1 (System)

Power Requirements

AC 110V-240V 50Hz/60Hz

Power Consumption 19 W (power on mode)

12 W (in Standby mode)

1 W (in ECO mode)

AC Adaptor (AA-R2401)

INPUT AC 110V-240V

50Hz/60Hz 1.5A

OUTPUT DC 23V 2.5A, 57.5VA

CA-NXPS1 (Main Unit)

Power Requirements DC IN 23V 2.5A

Design and specifications are subject to change with-

out notice.

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