JVC UX G120B G120 [B] User Manual LVT2198 012A
User Manual: JVC UX-G120B UX-G120B English,
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SLEEP
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DISPLAY/
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Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.
ENGLISH
UX–G120—Consists of CA-UXG120 and SP-UXG120
HBS
ID3 ON
ID3 OFF
File Title
Artist
Album
Group
CLASSICROCK POP
JAZZ
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Prepare the remote control
Insert the batteries into the remote control by matching the polarity (+ and –) correctly.
If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace both batteries.
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Sound Mode
To select the sound mode suitable for your favorite music
Setting the clock
You can set the clock only when the System is turned off (on standby.)
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If you have already set the clock before, press and hold CLOCK/
SLEEP until the clock is flashing.
“0:00” flashes on the display until you set the clock.
2  Adjust the hour and minute.
The clock may gain or lose 1 to 2 minutes per month. You may 
need to readjust the clock periodically.
To check the current time while the System is turned on
The time is displayed for a few seconds.
If there is a power failure
The clock loses its settings. You need to set the clock again.
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MICRO COMPONENT SYSTEM
Supplied accessories
After unpacking, check to make sure that you have 
all the following items. The number in parentheses 
indicates the quantity of each piece supplied.
FM antenna (1)
Remote control (1)
Batteries (2)
If any items are missing, consult your dealer 
immediately.
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NOTES:
Store the battery in a place where children cannot reach. If a child accidentally 
swallows the battery, consult a doctor immediately.
To prevent the battery from overheating, cracking, or starting a fire:
Do not recharge, short, disassemble or heat the battery or dispose of it in a 
fire.
Do not leave the battery with other metallic materials.
Wrap the battery with tape and insulate when throwing away or saving it.
Do not poke the battery with tweezers or similar tools.
Dispose of battery in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local 
regulations.
The battery (battery pack or battery installed) shall not be exposed to 
excessive heat source such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the 
same or equivalent type.
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For better FM reception
Disconnect the supplied FM 
antenna, and connect to an 
outdoor FM antenna (not supplied) 
using a 75 Ω wire with coaxial type 
connector (IEC or DIN45325).
To a wall outlet
Extend it so that you can obtain the best reception.
NOTE:
Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords or the power cord. Also, keep 
the antennas away from metallic parts of the System, connecting cords, and the AC power cord. Otherwise, it could 
cause poor reception.
Use only speakers with the same speaker impedance as indicated by the speaker terminals on the rear of the System.
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Troubleshooting
Initial settings
Display settings
Display information
To display ID3 tag information
During playback of MP3
ID3 tag information is displayed automatically as follows:
❍Timer
Sleep Timer
You can set Sleep Timer only when the System is turned on.
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2  Specify the time (in minutes).
To check the remaining time until the System shuts off, press 
and hold CLOCK/SLEEP.
If you press the button repeatedly, you can change the shut-off 
time.
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Sound adjustments
Muting
To drop the volume in a moment
To restore the volume, press again or adjust the volume.
Hyper Bass Sound (HBS)
To reinforce the bass sound
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Specifications
INSTRUCTIONS
To connect the speaker cords
Make sure both speakers are connected correctly and firmly.
When connecting the speaker cords, match the polarity of the 
speaker terminals: The black cord to (–), the red cord to (+).
Maintenance
To get the best performance of the System, keep your 
discs, and the mechanism clean.
Handling discs
When removing the disc from its case, hold it at the edge 
while pressing the center hole lightly.
Do not touch the shiny surface of the disc, or bend the 
disc.
Put the disc back in its case after use to prevent warping.
Be careful not to scratch the surface of the disc.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, temperature 
extremes, and moisture.
To clean the disc:
Wipe the disc with a soft cloth in a straight line from 
center to edge.
Handling cassette tapes
If the tape is loose in its cassette, take up the slack by 
inserting a pencil in one of the reels and rotate it.
If the tape is loose, it may get stretched, cut, or caught 
in the cassette.
Be careful not to touch the tape surface.
Avoid the following places to store the tape—in dusty 
places, in direct sunlight or heat, in moist areas, on a TV 
or speaker, or near a magnet.
To keep the best recording and playback sound quality
Use a cotton swab moistened with alcohol to clean the 
heads, capstans, and pinch rollers.
Use a head demagnetizer (available at electronics and 
audio shops) to demagnetize the heads (when the 
System turned off).
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To protect your recording
Cassettes have two small tabs to 
protect from unexpected erasure or 
re-recording.
To protect your recording, remove 
these tabs.
To re-record on a protected tape, 
cover the holes with adhesive tape.
Cleaning the System
Stains should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the 
System is heavily stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in 
water-diluted neutral detergent and wrung well, then 
wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Since the System may deteriorate in quality, it becomes 
damaged or gets its paint peeled off, be careful about 
the following:
DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth.
DO NOT wipe it strongly.
DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as 
insecticides to it.
DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in 
contact for a long time.
Cleaning the CD pickup lens
Keep the CD pickup lens clean, or the sound may be 
degraded. Use a blower (available at a camera store, etc.) 
to blow dust off the lens.
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Main unit (CA-UXG120)
Amplifier section
Output Power:    3 W per channel, min. RMS, 
driven into 4  at 1 kHz with no 
more than 10% total harmonic 
distortion. (IEC268-3)
Speakers/Impedance:  4  – 8 
Terminal
AUDIO IN:    Input sensitivity/Impedance
500 mV / 50 k
FM tuner section
Tuning range:    87.50 MHz – 108.00 MHz
CD player section
Dynamic range:    60 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio:  60 dB
Wow and flutter:   Immeasurable
Cassette deck section
Frequency response
Normal (type I):    125 Hz – 8 kHz
Wow and flutter:   0.35% (WRMS)
Getting Started
Sound and Other Adjustments
Precautions
Playable disc/file types
Notes on the power cord
When you go away for an extended period of time, 
remove the plug from the wall outlet.
When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, 
always pull the plug, not the power cord.
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
Disconnect the power cord before cleaning the System 
or moving the System.
Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put 
anything heavy on it, which may cause fire, electric 
shock, or other accidents.
Avoid moisture, water, dust, and high 
temperatures
Do not place the System in moist or dusty places.
If water gets inside the System, turn off the power and 
remove the plug from the wall outlet, then consult your 
dealer. Using the System in this state may cause a fire or 
electrical shock.
Do not expose the System to direct sunlight or place it 
near a heating device.
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LVT2198-012A [B]
0810YAMMDWMTS
©2010 Victor Company of Japan, Limited Connections
In this manual:
The remote control buttons are used for explaining the 
operations unless mentioned otherwise. However, if 
the System has the same or similar button names, they 
can also be used for the operations.
“File” and “track” are used interchangeably.
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FM antenna (supplied)
CAUTIONS:
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.
NOTE:
If the speaker cords are covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl to 
expose the tip of the speaker cords by twisting the vinyl.
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Outdoor FM 
antenna 1. Unlock
2. Insert
3. Lock
(Hold)
Canceled
(No indication)
Canceled
(No indication)
OFF
(Canceled)
CAUTION: Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
Front: No obstructions and open spacing.
Sides/Top/Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas indicated by the dimensions in the illustration.
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.
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2.
3.
Side viewFront view
15 cm
15 cm
10 cm
15 cm
1 cm
15 cm
15 cm 1 cm
(Hold)
Notes on installation
Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor 
too cold—between 5˚C and 35˚C.
Do not install the System in a place subject to vibrations.
Do not put heavy objects on the System.
To prevent malfunction or damage to the System
Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires, 
hairpins, coins, etc. into the System.
Do not block the vents.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything 
goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your 
dealer.
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This System can play back following types of discs.
Audio CD with “COMPACT disc” logo and CD-R/CD-RW in Audio CD format
MP3 files on a CD-R/CD-RW (ISO 9660 format)
This System may not play back some files even though their formats are listed above.
This System cannot play “packet write” discs.
For MP3 playback:
Some MP3 files may not be played back due to their recording conditions.
This System can play only discs of ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2.
It is recommended to record each file at a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz and at a data transfer rate of 128 kbps.
This System can recognize a total of 999 tracks and 99 groups.
This System can show the Tag data (version 1).
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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 it 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.
  If the problem could not be solved by the procedure above, 
turn off the System (on standby), then press and hold   and 
AUDIO IN on the main unit until “RESET” appears on the display.
  If you reset your System, the clock setting and preset stations 
are erased so you need to set them again.
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 front panel.
\  Move closer to the System.
\  The batteries are exhausted.
No sound is heard from speakers. \  Speaker connections are incorrect or loose.
FM radio
Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise. \  Antenna connections are incorrect or loose.
\  The FM antenna is not properly extended or positioned.
\  Electrostatic discharge from your body may cause noise. If this 
happens, turn the System off then on again.
Disc
The disc does not play. \  The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc with the label 
side up.
\  The disc is recorded using “packet writing (UDF file system).”
It cannot be played.
\  The CD pickup lens is dirty.
The disc sound is discontinuous. \  The disc is scratched or dirty.
\  MP3 files have not been properly recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW.
“NO DISC” appears on the display. \  MP3 files are not recorded on the disc.
ID3 Tag on an MP3 file cannot be shown. \  There are two types of ID3 Tag—Version 1 and Version 2. This 
System can only show ID3 Tag Version 1.
Groups and tracks are not played back as you 
expect.
\  Playing order is determined when the groups and tracks are 
recorded. It depends on the writing application.
Recording operations
Impossible to record. \  Small tabs of the cassette are removed. Cover the holes with 
adhesive tape.
General
Power requirement:  AC 230 V  , 50 Hz
Power consumption:  23 W (at operation)
1. 00 W or less (on standby)
Dimensions (approx.):  140 mm × 209 mm × 208 mm 
(W×H×D)
Mass (approx.):    2.2 kg
Speakers (SP-UXG120)
Type:   1-way Bass reflex
Speaker units:    8 cm cone × 1
Impedance:   4 
Dimensions (approx.):  135 mm × 209 mm × 175 mm 
(W×H×D)
Mass (approx.):    1.2 kg each
Design and specifications are subject to change without 
notice.
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
R03(UM-4)/AAA(24F)
(supplied)
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Main unit Main unit
SpeakerSpeaker
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FM
FM
MHz
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
TUNING/GROUP/PTY
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
PRESET
TUNING/GROUP/PTY
CD
CD
TAPE
MP3
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
TUNING/GROUP/PTY
DISPLAY/
PROGRAM
11
2233
33
11
CD
MHz
22
TRACK CD
MODE
DISPLAY
REPEAT1
REPEAT
NEWS INFO
PS
(NO PS*)
PTY
(NO PTY*)
RT
(NO RT*)
REPEAT GROUP
2
Presetting stations
You can preset up to 20 FM stations.
While listening to a target station
1 
2  Select a preset number.
You can also use 4 or ¢.
3  Store the station.
Tuning in to a preset station
The PROG indicator lights up on the display.
You can also use number buttons on the remote 
control.
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2 
The station search stops when a station of sufficient 
signal strength is found.
To manually stop the search, press 5 or ∞.
When you press 5 or ∞ repeatedly, the frequency 
changes step by step.
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For MP3:
(1)  Select a group.
(2)  Select a track.
4 
To erase the entire program, press 7 twice. The 
PROG indicator goes off.
You can repeat the programmed tracks by 
pressing REPEAT.
To check the programmed contents, press 
DISPLAY/PROGRAM while the PROG indicator 
lights up on the display and playback is stopped.
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Receiving FM stations with Radio Data 
System
Radio Data System allows FM stations to send an 
additional signal along with their regular program 
signals.
If you want to know more about Radio Data System, 
visit <http://www.rds.org.uk>.
To display the Radio Data System information
Displayed if related signals are not sent by a station.
PS
(Program Service) Commonly known station names.
PTY
(Program Type) Types of broadcast programs.
RT
(Radio Text) Text messages the station sends.
When a Radio Data System signal is not received, the 
frequency is displayed.
Switching temporarily to a program of 
your choice automatically
The Enhanced Other Networks function allows the 
System to switch temporarily to a preset FM station 
broadcasting a program of your choice (NEWS or INFO).
This function works while listening to the FM station 
providing the required signals.
While listening to the FM station
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PTY search
You can search for a program from the preset stations by 
specifying PTY code.
While listening to a station
1 
2  Select a PTY code.
3  Start searching.
When the System finds the one you have selected, that 
station is tuned in.
To stop searching, press PTY SEARCH.
To search for another station, press PTY SEARCH while 
the indications are flashing.
If no program is found, “NO FOUND” appears.
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With the tape side facing down.
DO NOT turn off the System with the volume set to an extremely high level; otherwise, 
the sudden blast of sound may damage your hearing and speakers when you turn on the 
System or start playback.
Turn on the power.
Basic operation
Playback operations (on the main unit)
Searching for stations
Improving the reception
When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to listen
When the monaural mode (MONO) is activated, the 
reception is improved. However, the stereo effect is lost.
To restore the stereo effect, press FM again.
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Playback operations
FM radio
Tape
Disc
Playback operation
Frequency
(No-radio Data System signal)
Repeat Play
During playback
REPEAT 1 Repeats the current track.
REPEAT GROUP Repeats all the tracks in the current 
group. (for MP3 only)
REPEAT Repeats all tracks.
(on the program during Program Play)
Random Play
You can play back all the tracks on the disc at random.
Playback starts in a random order.
Random Play ends when all tracks have been played.
You cannot select a track with the number buttons 
during Random Play.
To exit from Random Play
You can also exit from Random Play by pressing STOP 7.
Program Play
1 
2 
3  Select a track number (up to 32 tracks).
For audio CD:
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How to select a number 
using the remote control
Examples:
To select number 5, press 5.
To select number 20, press  10, 2, 
then 0.
To select number 125, press  10 
twice, 1, 2, then 5.
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Before you start recording
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 
for the sound or video recording, broadcast or 
cable program and for any literary, dramatic, 
musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
The volume and sound adjustments (see page 1) do 
not affect recordings.
Random Play and Repeat Mode are canceled during 
recording.
Recording an FM broadcast
You can use type I tapes for recording.
Before recording
Insert a recordable cassette.
1  Tune into the FM station you want to record.
2  Start recording.
The ¶ REC indicator lights up on the display.
To stop recording, press §.
Recording from a disc 
You can record tracks from an Audio CD.
Before recording
Load a disc and insert a recordable cassette.
1  Select “CD” as the source and stop playback.
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Recording operations (on the main unit)
(At the same time)
(Hold)
Label side
2  Start recording.
The ¶ REC indicator lights up on the display.
When playback ends, recording automatically stops.
To stop recording manually, press §.
To record Program Play or Random Play, select 
Program Play or Random Play, then press CD 6 to 
pause playback.
To start recording from a specified track, press 4 
or ¢ to select a track you want to start recording 
from.
When the tape reaches its end before playback of 
the disc finishes, the recording and playback pause. 
In this case, flip the tape and restart the recording by 
either of the following ways.
To restart the recording from the position where the 
playback pauses, press ¶ and 3.
To restart the recording from the beginning of the 
current track, press 4, then press ¶ and 3.
Recording from an external device
To connect an external device, see “External device”.
Before recording
Connect a device and insert a recordable cassette.
1  Select “AUDIO IN” as the source and turn on the 
external device.
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Preset number
1 
2  Start playback of the external device.
NOTE:
Always set volume to “VOL MIN” when 
connecting or disconnecting the external 
device.
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(No indication)
FM (PRE) FM MONO
FM (PRE) FM MONO
To select a number, 
see “How to select 
a number using the 
remote control” in the 
bottom left of the page. 
Frequency
To insert a tape
You can play back type I tapes.
To locate a particular portion
While playing a tape
To release, press 3.
NOTES:
It is not recommended to use C-120 or longer tapes.
These tapes easily jam in the pinch roller and capstan, and 
may cause characteristic deterioration.
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Wind-forward the tape.
Rewind the tape.
(At the same time)
External device
Stereo mini plug cord 
(not supplied)
2  Start playback on the external device.
Refer to the manuals supplied with the external 
device.
3  Start recording
The ¶ REC indicator lights up on the display.
To stop recording, press §.
Erasing a tape
You can make a blank tape by erasing the contents.
Before erasing
Insert the tape you want to erase.
1  Select “TAPE” as the source.
2  Start erasing.
To stop erasing
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(At the same time)
(At the same time)
To place a disc
To play back / pause
   Press 6.
To select a track
   Press ¢ or 4.
To fast-forward a track
   Press and hold ¢.
To fast-reverse a track
   Press and hold 4.
To select a group (MP3 only)
   Press 5 or ∞.
To stop playback
   Press 7.
MP3 groups/tracks configuration
This System plays back MP3 tracks as follows.
The play order in the figure is for MP3 tracks 
on a disc.
Remote sensor
STANDBY lamp
Select a source. Adjust the volume.
1
1
2
3
10
11
12
4
5
6
7
8
9
01
01
02
03 04
05
Hierarchy
Level 2 Level 3 Level 4Level 1 Level 5
Group with its play order
MP3 track with its play order
To play back
   Press 3.
To pause
   Press 8.
To stop
   Press 7.
Press §.
(for MP3 only)
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or
This System cannot receive AM broadcast.
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or
or
Ex.: During playback of audio CD
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