JVC CA-R456 (01) PDF Document

To connect the JVC CA-R456 kit, follow these steps:

1. Insert the cassette adaptor into the car audio unit with Side A facing up.

2. Connect the plug from the cassette adaptor to the headphone jack of the portable CD player.

3. Connect the car adaptor to the DC IN 4.5V jack on the portable CD player.

4. Plug the car adaptor into the cigarette lighter socket.

For optimal performance with the JVC CA-R456, adjust the volume level on the portable CD player to the middle level. Then, adjust the volume on the car audio system as desired.

The position of the cord coming out of the cassette adapter can be adjusted using the groove provided on the back of the cassette to work with almost all car audio systems. You can adjust it for the following configurations:

• For a car audio system with the head at the right side.
• For a car audio system with the head at the left side.
• For a car audio system in which the head is in the center at the rear.

Position the cassette adaptor with side A facing up and set the play direction for the car audio system to the forward (FWD) direction. The forward (FWD) direction is the side which produces sound or which has the greatest sound volume. The head positions of the cassette adaptor and the car audio system do not match in the reverse direction, causing the sound volume from the speakers to be extremely low.

The blank skip function may operate when the CD player stops. Therefore, be sure to set the blank skip function to off.

To replace the fuse, follow these steps:

1. Remove the plug cap by rotating it in the direction shown by the arrow, and take out the old fuse.

2. Insert the new fuse (250 V, 1 A type) into the fuse receptacle and reinstall the plug cap.

Note: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type 250 V, 1 A fuse.

• The provided car adaptor is made specifically for use with DC 4.5V JVC portable CD players. Do not use it with other devices.
• This car adaptor can be used in an automobile which has a 12 V battery (negative ground).
• Do not connect the adaptor immediately after using the cigarette lighter.
• Leave a little slack in the car adaptor’s cord, making sure that it does not run underneath the unit.
• Do not use the adaptor for a long period with the batteries left in the unit because this may shorten the life of the batteries.
• Pay attention to the car battery capacity when using this adaptor for a long period.
• Do not expose this adaptor to strong sunlight or very high temperatures.
• Be sure to remove this adaptor from the cigarette lighter socket when not using this adaptor or before leaving the automobile.

• Bunch the excess cord together or place it so that it will not interfere with operation.
• Do not touch the head or roller.
• A protective film has been placed over the heads to prevent them from being damaged. Do not remove this film.
• After use, remove the cassette adaptor and keep it so that no dust will adhere to the head section.
• After installing the cassette adaptor in the car audio system, do not allow its cord to make contact with the control section.
• The sound quality deteriorates when the head section of the car audio system becomes dirty. It is, therefore, a good idea to clean it periodically.
• Do not leave this adaptor in a vehicle which is exposed to direct sunlight.
• Do not bring any magnetized objects near this adaptor’s head position.
• Because of the nature of its construction, the sound of something rotating can be heard in this adaptor. This is normal and not indicative of a malfunction.
• If the pinch rollers or car audio capstan are dirty, it may no longer be possible to install the cassette adaptor in the car audio system. Clean the rollers and capstan using a cotton swab.

If the sound volume is extremely low, check the following:

• Did you adjust the volume level of the unit? Remedy: Adjust the volume level of the unit to middle or higher.
• Did you adjust the volume level of the car audio system? Remedy: Adjust the volume level of the car audio system to the desired level.
• Does the car audio system have an auto-reverse function? Remedy: Set the play direction for the car audio system to the forward (FWD) direction.

If the cassette adaptor cannot be inserted:

• Did you check the position of the car audio’s head? Remedy: Check the position of the head in relation to the car audio system to ensure the cassette adaptor is installed correctly.
• During the winter months when the temperature inside the vehicle falls to an extremely low level, there may be times when the unit cannot be used because the cord is too stiff to allow the adaptor to be installed in its proper position.

If the unit cannot be turned on, check if the fuse for the car adaptor is blown. Insert a new fuse if necessary. If the fuse blows frequently, there may be something wrong with the adaptor.

Cassette adaptor

Car adaptor