JVC Nx F3 Instructions

							COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
NX-F7
Consists of CA-NXF7, 
SP-NXF7F and SP-NXF7W
NX-F3
Consists of CA-NXF3, 
SP-NXF3F and SP-NXF3W
LVT1833-016A[A, UB]
INSTRUCTIONS
English
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION — F button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off). When installing 
the apparatus, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. 
The F button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
• When the system is on standby, the STANDBY lamp lights red.
• When the system is turned on, the STANDBY lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.
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 gov-
erning 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 liq-
uids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; 
leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3.CAUTION: Visible and/or invisible class 1M laser radiation when open. Do not view directly with 
optical instruments.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.
Warnings, cautions and others 
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CAUTION — Proper Ventilation
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage, locate the apparatus as follows:
Top/Front/Back/Sides: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.
Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain adequate air path for ventilation by placing on 
a stand with a height of 10 cm more. 
In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation.
Front view of the main unit and speakers (CA-NXF7 and SP-NXF7F)
Front view of the main unit and speakers (CA-NXF3 and SP-NXF3F)
Side view of the main unit (CA-NXF7/CA-NXF3)
CAUTION 
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
[European Union only]
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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.
Part description ............................. 3
Using the remote control .............. 4
Inserting the batteries into the remote 
control ........................................................... 4
Operating the system from the remote 
control ........................................................... 4
Preparation ..................................... 5
Connecting the antennas ................................ 5
Connecting the speakers and subwoofer........ 6
Connecting a TV ............................................. 8
Connecting external digital audio devices....... 9
Connecting external analog audio devices ..... 9
Connecting the power cable ........................... 9
Selecting the video signal type ..................... 10
Basic operations .......................... 12
Using the number buttons ............................. 12
Turning on/off the main unit .......................... 12
Adjusting the volume..................................... 12
Turning off the sound temporarily ................. 12
Adjusting the treble/bass............................... 12
Enhancing the playback sound (K2)
(Only for NX-F7) ......................................... 13
Adjusting the volume level for surround/
subwoofer sound ........................................ 13
Selecting the surround mode ........................ 13
Selecting the headphone surround mode ..... 14
Sharpening the voice sound ......................... 14
Selecting the surround volume level ............. 14
Using the sleep timer .................................... 15
Changing the brightness of the display 
window........................................................ 15
Locking disc ejection ..................................... 15
Listening to radio broadcasts .... 16
Setting the AM tuner spacing ........................ 16
Selecting a radio station................................ 16
Tuning in to a preset radio station................. 17
Playing back sources from 
external devices ...........................18
Playing back sources from external 
devices........................................................ 18
Selecting the signal gain ............................... 18
Basic operations of disc/file 
playback .......................................19
Playing back a disc ....................................... 19
Playing back a file ......................................... 20
Display window on the main unit for 
disc/file types .............................................. 21
Stopping playback......................................... 26
Resuming playback....................................... 26
Pausing playback .......................................... 26
Advancing the picture frame by frame .......... 26
Fast reverse/fast forward search .................. 26
Playing back from a position 10 seconds 
before.......................................................... 27
Slow motion playback ................................... 27
Skipping to the beginning of a 
chapter/track/file ......................................... 27
Selecting a chapter/track using the number 
buttons ........................................................ 27
Skipping at approximately 5 minute 
intervals ...................................................... 27
Selecting a chapter/track from the menu 
screen ......................................................... 28
Introduction
Preparation
Basic operations
Listening to radio broadcasts
Playing back sources from 
external devices
Basic operations of disc/file 
playback
Table of contents
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Convenient functions of disc/file 
playback ....................................... 29
Playing back a disc/file in the desired order 
(Program playback) .................................... 29
Playing back a disc/file in a random order 
(Random playback) .................................... 31
Playing back a disc/file repeatedly 
(Repeat playback) ...................................... 31
Selecting the audio language and subtitle 
language ..................................................... 32
Magnifying the picture ................................... 32
Adjusting the picture quality (VFP)................ 33
Playing back the bonus group....................... 34
Using the status bar and the 
menu bar....................................... 35
Playing back a specified part repeatedly 
(A-B repeat playback) ................................. 37
Designating the time (Time search) .............. 37
Changing the initial settings with 
the preference screen................. 38
Basic operations ........................................... 38
LANGUAGE .................................................. 38
PICTURE ...................................................... 39
AUDIO........................................................... 40
OTHERS ....................................................... 40
Language codes .......................... 41
Ripping sound directly from a 
CD to a USB device ..................... 42
Recording all tracks from a CD to a USB 
device ......................................................... 42
Deleting a track/group from a USB device .... 44
Adding (Editing) a title to a track/group on 
a USB device .............................................. 45
Operating external devices using 
the remote control ....................... 47
Operating a TV using the remote control ...... 47
Operating a DBS using the remote control ... 48
Operating a VCR using the remote control ... 49
Basic operations of HDMI CEC ...51
Notes on operation ......................52
Suitable locations for the main unit ............... 52
Condensation ................................................ 52
Cleaning the main unit .................................. 52
Notes on handling ......................................... 52
License and trademark ................................. 53
Notes on discs/files .....................54
Playable disc/file types.................................. 54
Data hierarchy............................................... 57
Handling discs............................................... 57
Troubleshooting...........................58
Specifications ..............................62
Main unit (CA-NXF7/CA-NXF3) .................... 62
Speaker (SP-NXF7F/SP-NXF3F) ................. 62
Subwoofer (SP-NXF7W/SP-NXF3W) ........... 62
Supplied accessories .................................... 62
Convenient functions of 
disc/file playback
Ripping sound directly from 
a CD to a USB device
Operating external devices 
using the remote control
Basic operations of HDMI 
CEC
Reference
How to read this manual
• This manual explains the operations assum-
ing that you will use the remote control. 
Some buttons on the main unit are the same 
as those on the remote control. You can use 
either button in this case.
• Some diagrams in this manual are simplified 
or exaggerated for the purpose of explana-
tion.
• You can operate some functions differently 
from the explanation given in this manual. 
• Depending on the disc/file, you may not 
obtain the explained result even after follow-
ing the operation in this manual.
• The following marks refer to the usable 
discs/files for the explained function.
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Introduction
The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts are explained. 
Front view
Refer to “Display window” shown below.Remote control sensor
*[K2] is printed on NX-F7.
[SURROUND] is printed on NX-F3 instead.
Rear view
Cooling fan
Display window
Part description
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The numbers refer to the pages in which the parts 
are explained.
NOTE
*[K2] is printed on the remote control for NX-F7 
only.
 
Insert the batteries into the remote control by 
matching the polarity (+ and −) correctly.
• If the range or effectiveness of the remote con- trol decreases, replace both batteries.
Point the remote control directly at the 
front of the main unit.
• Do not block the remote control sensor on the 
main unit.
Inserting the batteries into 
the remote control
Operating the system from 
the remote control
R03 (UM-4)/AAA 
(24F) type dry-cell 
batteries (supplied)
Using the remote control
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PreparationSetting up the AM loop antenna
NOTE
• Keep the AM loop antenna cable wrapped 
around the AM loop antenna frame, otherwise 
the effectiveness and sensitivity of the AM loop 
antenna may be reduced.
Connecting the AM loop antenna
Turn the AM loop antenna to find the best position 
for radio reception.
NOTE
• Make sure that the antenna conductors do not 
touch any other terminals. This could cause poor 
reception.
  
When radio reception with the supplied FM 
antenna is poor, or when using a communal 
antenna
• When using an antenna other than those sup-
plied with this system, refer to the operation 
manuals for the antenna and converter for 
details of connection.
• When positioning the antennas, find the best 
position for reception while listening to an actual 
radio program (refer to “Listening to radio broad-
casts” on page 16).
• You cannot receive an FM/AM radio broadcast 
without the antenna connection.
Connecting the antennas
AM loop antenna (supplied)
If insulation covers the tips of the 
antenna cable, twist and pull off 
the insulation.
Main unit (rear view)
FM antenna (supplied)
Main unit (rear view)FM antenna 
Stretch out the FM 
antenna to the best 
position for radio 
reception. 
Main unit (rear view)
Antenna cable 
(not supplied)
Outdoor FM 
antenna
(not supplied)
Converter (not sup-
plied: compatible 
with 300 
C/75 C)
Coaxial cable
(not supplied)
Depending on the radio reception 
conditions, an FM feeder 
antenna (not supplied: compati-
ble with 300C) can be used. In 
this case, a converter (not sup-
plied) is required.orCommunal 
antenna terminal
PreparationDo not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made.
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Connect the speakers to the main unit by connecting the colored connectors to the same color terminals on 
the rear of the main unit.
■  IMPORTANT
• Improper speaker cable connection reduces the 
stereo effect and sound quality. 
• The supplied left/right speakers are magnetically  shielded, but color irregularity may occur on the 
TV depending on some conditions. To prevent 
color irregularity, set up the speakers following 
the instructions below.
(The subwoofer is not magnetically shielded.)
1. Turn off the main power of the TV before  setting up the speakers. 
2. Place the speakers enough distance from the  TV so that they do not cause color irregularity 
on the TV. 
3. Wait for approximately 30 minutes before 
turning on the main power of the TV again.
CAUTION
• The supplied speakers are manufactured exclu- sively for use with the supplied main unit as 
parts of the NX-F7/NX-F3 system. Do not con-
nect the supplied speakers  to devices other than 
the supplied main unit. Doing so may damage 
the speakers. 
• Do not connect external speakers together with 
the supplied speakers. The change in imped-
ance may damage the main unit and the speak-
ers. 
Connecting the speak ers and subwoofer
Right speaker
(rear view) Left speaker
(rear view)
Speaker cable
(3.5 m)
Speaker cable
(3.5 m)
Speaker cable (3 m)
Subwoofer
(rear view) Main unit (rear view)
Red
Gray PurpleBlue
White
You can detach th
e speaker cover.
(Only for NX-F7) 
Speaker cover
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Preparation
The left and right speakers can be fitted onto commercially available speaker stands. Before fitting the speak-
ers onto commercially available speaker stands, follow the instructions shown below.
Left and right speakers for NX-F7
Detach the original speaker stands.Left and right speakers for NX-F3
Remove the speaker cables from the tabs and 
slots on the speakers.
CAUTION
• The left and right speakers can be installed on a wall.
• When installing the speakers on a wall, be sure to have the speakers installed by qualified personnel.
• DO NOT install the speakers on the wall by yourself to avoid unexpected damage from them falling off the 
wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in wall structure.
• Care must be taken in selecting a location for speaker installation on a wall. Injury to personnel or damage 
to devices may result if the installed speakers interfere with daily activities.
This system is designed to provide virtual surround sound by positioning the 3 speakers in front. (The set of 
the left and right speakers and the subwoofer refers to 2.1 channel.) The front surround function processes 
input signals to create a realistic sound field.
Using the speakers with commercially available speaker stands
Remove the cable from 
the shorter tab first.
Longer tab Bottom view
Speaker layout
Main unit
Left speaker
Subwoofer
Right speaker
Preparation (continued)Do not connect the power cable until all other connections have been made.
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