JVC XM-P55BUUS
Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
PORTABLE MINIDISC PLAYER
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THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

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PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CLASS LASER

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1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. DANGER: Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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INSTRUCTIONS
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Supplied Accessories
AC adaptor (AA-R9017) Headphones Wired remote control Charger/adaptor (AC-R124) 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT

Check the packing carton for these accessories.

Nickel metal hydride battery (rechargeable) (BN-R127) Battery case Carrying pouch

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1 pc. 1 pc. 1 pc.

Remove the rechargeable battery from its case before use. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Please read these instructions carefully before starting operation to be sure to obtain optimum performance and a longer service life from the unit.

Power Supply Preparations
Refer to the specifications for information on operating times when using rechargeable battery, dry-cell battery, or both together.

Location of Controls

Using nickel metal hydride battery (rechargeable battery) (BN-R127)

Using dry-cell battery (not included)
CAUTION: Do not use the dry-cell battery together with the AC adaptor.
Open the battery cover of the battery case and insert a LR6 (UM-3) alkaline battery into the battery compartment.
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Remove the supplied rechargeable battery from its case. Insert the rechargeable battery into the supplied charger/adaptor.

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Charger/Adaptor
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Rechargeable battery

Rechargeable battery

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Set the switch of the charger/adaptor to �CHARGER�. Connect the supplied AC adaptor.

Note: To lengthen the battery life, you can use both rechargeable battery and the dry-cell battery.
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Accidental Operation Prevention Function (Hold Mode)
Charger/Adaptor AC adaptor This function prevents the unit from accidental button operation. The unit and remote control have the HOLD switches, each of which works independently. Bottom of the unit
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Charge indicator

Top panel of the remote control
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The charge indicator lights in red and it will go out when recharging is completed. Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet and the charger/ adaptor. Remove the recharged battery from the charger/adaptor and insert it into the unit. Slide the HOLD switch in the direction shown by the arrow to activate it.
When the HOLD switch of the unit or remote control is activated, no button operation is possible in the unit or the remote control. To operate the unit or remote control normally, return the HOLD switch.

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Slide the cover and open it.

Insert the battery with its + terminal ahead.

Firmly close the cover.

Notes: � You cannot use the MD player during charging the rechargeable battery. � It takes approximately 1.5 hours to recharge the rechargeable batteries. � Rechargeable battery has a service life of approximately 300 charge-discharge cycles. If the operating time on one full charge becomes noticeably shorter than it used to be, the battery has reached the end of its service life and should be replaced. � The AC adaptor and rechargeable batteries may become warm while recharging is in progress. This is not a malfunction.

Cautions
Batteries
� Before replacing batteries, always turn off the unit. Rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery (BN-R127): � Use only the rechargeable battery (BN-R127) supplied with the unit. � If the power delivered by the battery lasts for a very short time after recharging, it means that the battery�s service life is over. Do not use it any more. � Recharging already charged battery will shorten its service life. � When recharging battery for the first time or when it has not been used for a long period of time, the play time may be shorter than usual. In a case like this, repeatedly recharge and discharge the battery. This will restore it to its regular state. � Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals of rechargeable battery since this may cause short-circuiting which is dangerous. � Recharging shall be made at the temperature from 10°C to 35°C.

Using the AC adaptor
CAUTION: Be sure no battery is inserted into the unit and the battery case. 1 Attach the supplied battery case to the unit.
Turn the knob of the battery case toward �LOCK� until it stops. (To detach the battery case, turn the knob toward �RELEASE� until the battery case is removed.)

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Dry cell battery and rechargeable battery: To prevent damage to the batteries and electrolyte leakage, heed the following points.
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� Align the ª and · polarities properly when inserting the batteries. � Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for a long period of time. Knob � Do not throw batteries into a fire, and do not short-circuit, disassemble or subject them to excessive heat. � Do not attempt to recharge dry cell batteries. Carrying batteries:

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Set the switch of the charger/adaptor to �ADAPTOR�. Connect the supplied AC adaptor and charger/adaptor.
Battery case

When putting dry cell or rechargeable batteries in a pocket or bag, ensure that no other metal objects such as a necklace are placed together with them. Contact with metal may cause shortcircuiting which, in turn, may cause a fire. Be absolutely sure to carry the rechargeable battery in the battery carrying case.

AC adaptor Charger/Adaptor

Notice about the rechargeable battery The battery is designated recyclable. Please follow your local recycling regulations.

AC adaptor and charger/adaptor
� Handle the AC adaptor and charger/adaptor carefully. Improper handling is dangerous. � Do not touch them with wet hands. � Do not place heavy objects on top of them. � Do not forcibly bend them. Note: The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor and charger/adaptor are connected. The primary circuit is always �live� as long as the AC adaptor is connected to an electrical outlet. � Be sure to connect only the AC adaptor and charger/adaptor provided with the unit. � Disconnect the AC adaptor from the power outlet if the unit is not going to be used for a long time.

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[Indicators on the display of the remote control]
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A HOLD switch B Headphones jack ( ) C Skip / search button (¢) D Play / pause / stop button (38/7) E
Skip / search button (4)

K Play / pause /stop button (38/7) L FAV (Favorite) button M JOG dial
Volume +, � & Skip / search button (4 ¢ )

F Volume +, � button G OPEN switch H HOLD switch I Display J DISPLAY button

N JOG MODE button O A.C.BASS (Active Clear Bass) button P P.MODE (Play Mode) button

Unit
No altering or remodeling
This can cause malfunctioning.

No dropping or strong impacts
This may damage the unit.

Locations to be avoided
Avoid using the unit in the following locations since they can cause malfunctioning. 1. Bathrooms and other moisture-prone places. 2. Warehouses and other dusty places 3. Very hot places near heating appliances, etc.

Do not leave the unit exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time
This may deform or discolor the cabinet and may also cause malfunctioning.

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Precautions for Listening with the headphones
� Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play. � If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. � Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. � You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. � Even if your headphones are an open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don�t turn up the volume so high that you can�t hear what�s around you.

When driving a car
In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate the unit while driving.

Battery Indicator
The battery indicator appears on the display of the remote control. When the indication changes as follows, power will be shut off a short while after.

Rechargeable battery: Recharge it.

Dry-cell battery: Replace it with new one.
Notes: � The battery indicator appears when an MD is loaded in the unit. � The battery indicator also appears when the AC adaptor is used. However, it has no meaning.