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CD PORTABLE SYSTEM

RC-EZ57
RC-EZ57B

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.

[European Union only]

Microsoft and Windows Media are either registered 
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the 
United States and/or other countries.

Thank you for purchasing a JVC product.

Before operation, please read the instructions 

carefully.

To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the 
mains plug. When installing the product, ensure that 
the plug is easily accessible.

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:

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.

CAUTION:

Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such 
as sunshine, fire or the like.

Front view

Side view

0410YOMMDWMTS

©2009 Victor Company of Japan, Limited

15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

10 cm

15 cm

15 cm

15 cm

10 cm

Warnings, Cautions and Others

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

The TAPE/  OFF switch in any position does not 
disconnect the mains line.
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off 
completely.
The MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the 
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain 
readily operable.

EN

Mains (AC) Line Instruction

Main unit (rear)

CAUTION for mains (AC) line

BEFORE PLUGGING IN, do check that your mains (AC) 
line voltage corresponds with the position of the 
voltage selector switch provided on the outside of this 
equipment and, if different, reset the voltage selector 
switch, to prevent from a damage or risk of fire/electric 
shock.

Setting the voltage selector

Before plugging in, select the voltage range for your 
area with the voltage selector by using a screwdriver or 
a similar tool.

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT2063-001C

[US/UX/UW]

•  You cannot play back a file larger than 2 

Gigabytes.

•  When playing a file of a large transfer rate, 

sounds may be dropped during playback.

•  Some USB mass storage class devices may not 

be recognized or may not work properly.

•  JVC bears no responsibility for any loss of data 

in the USB mass storage class device while using 
this unit.

*  DRM (Digital Rights Management): Any of 

several technical methods used to control or 
restrict the use of digital media content on 
electronic devices with such technologies 
installed.

•  Type-I tape is recommended for playback on 

this unit. You can also play back type II and type 
IV tapes; however, the sound quality (tone) may 
not be reproduced properly.

•  The use of tapes longer than 120 minutes is not 

recommended, since characteristic deterioration 
may occur and these tapes easily jam the pinch 
roller and the capstan.

•  To prevent recordings from being erased 

accidentally, remove the tab(s) with a 
screwdriver. If you want to re-record on a tape 
or erase the content of it after its tabs have been 
broken off, reseal the slots with adhesive tape.

•  This unit cannot play “packet write” discs.
•  If a CD-RW has been recorded in a different 

format, erase all data on the CD-RW completely 
before recording on it.

•  This unit can recognize up to 511 tracks 

and 255 folders (groups) in a disc and 999 
tracks and 255 folders in a USB device. Those 
exceeding the maximum number cannot be 
recognized.

•  The reflection factor of CD-RW is lower than 

that of other CDs, possibly causing CD-RW to 
take longer time to read.

•  In this manual, “file” and “track” are 

interchangeably used for MP3/WMA 
operations.

Disc Operations

The disc does not play.

\

 The FUNCTION selector is not set to CD/USB. 

\

 The disc is placed upside down. Place the disc 

with the label side facing up. 

\

 The disc or the lens is dirty. Clean the disc or 

the lens.

\

 There is moisture condensation. Turn the unit 

on and wait a few hours before use.

Tape Operations

No sound is heard.

\

 The FUNCTION selector is not set to TAPE/  

OFF.

Though you press 

2

 PLAY, tape does not 

move.

\

 

8

 PAUSE is pressed. Press 

8

 PAUSE again.

 REC does not function.

\

 The safety tabs of the cassette tape have been 

broken off. Reseal the slots with adhesive 
tape.

\

 No cassette tape is loaded. Load a cassette 

tape.

The tape speed is irregular.

\

 The pinch roller or capstan is dirty. Clean the 

pinch roller or the capstan.

\

 Batteries in the main unit are run down. 

Replace the batteries with new ones or supply 
the power through the AC IN 

 jack.

USB Operations

Noise is generated.

\

 It is recommended to make the files 

according to the proper conditions. 

\

 The tracks are not properly copied into the 

USB device. Copy tracks again, and try again.

If you are having a problem with this unit, check 
this list for a possible solution before calling for 
service.

General

Power does not come on.

\

 No power is supplied. Check the power cord 

connection or battery power.

Playback sound is at a very low level.

\

 When power is supplied with batteries: 

Batteries are run down. Replace the batteries 
with new ones.

\

 The head is dirty. Clean the head.

Unable to operate the unit from the remote 
control.

\

 The path between the remote control and the 

remote sensor on the unit is blocked.

\

 Batteries in the remote control are run down. 

Replace the batteries with new ones.

No sound is heard.

\

 The volume is set to minimum.

\

 Headphones are connected. Disconnect the 

headphones.

Radio Operations

Hard to listen to broadcasts because of noise.

\

 Direction of the antenna is inappropriate. 

Adjust the antenna correctly.

External device operations

The sound from the external device cannot be 
heard.

\

 The FUNCTION selector is not set to AUDIO IN.

\

 Check the connection.

\

 Turn the volume of the external device up.

To get the best performance from the unit, keep 
your discs, tapes and mechanism clean.

Cleaning the unit

•  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.
•  Wipe off stains with a soft cloth. If the unit 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 unit may deteriorate in quality, 

become damaged or get its paint peeled off, be 
careful about the following:

  –  DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth.
  –  DO NOT wipe it forcefully.
  –  DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.
  –  DO NOT apply any volatile substances 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.

Cleaning the heads, capstan and pinch roller

Clean the heads, capstan and pinch roller every 
10 hours of use; otherwise, the following may 
occur:
•  Sound quality is degraded.
•  The sound output level decreases.
•  The previous recording is not completely 

erased.

•  The sound is not recorded well.
Open the cassette holder and clean the heads, 
capstan and pinch roller with a cleaning kit 
(available at an audio store). Do not use thinner 
or benzine for cleaning.

Notes on cassette tapes

Care and maintenance

Pinch roller

Erasure head

Head (recording/playback)

Capstan

Notes on discs/files

For MP3/WMA playback...
•  MP3/WMA discs require a longer readout 

time than regular CDs. (It depends on the 
complexity of the folder/file configuration.)

•  Some MP3/WMA files cannot be played back 

and will be skipped. This result from their 
recording processes and conditions.

•  When making MP3/WMA discs, use ISO 9660 

Level 1 for the disc format.

•  This unit can play back MP3/WMA files with 

the extension code <.mp3>or <.wma> 
(regardless of the letter case upper/lower).

•  It is recommended to make the files at the 

following condition:

 MP3/WMA 

files

  

MP3: 

128kbps

  

WMA: 

96kbps

 Sampling 

frequency

   

MP3/WMA files: 44.1 kHz

•  Playback order of MP3/WMA files may be 

different from the one you have intended 
while recording. If a folder does not include 
MP3/WMA files, they are ignored.

Discs

CDs with one of the marks below on 
the surface.

Files

Files in audio CD format, MP3 and
WMA files on a finalized CD-R or
CD-RW. MP3 and WMA files in a USB 
device can also be played.

Playable discs/files

This unit plays back MP3/WMA tracks as follows.
The play order in the figure is for MP3/WMA 
tracks on the disc.
MP3/WMA tracks on USB mass storage class 
device may be played back differently.

Hierarchy
Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Folder with its play order

MP3/WMA track with its play order

MP3/WMA folders/tracks 
configuration

Inserting batteries

Main unit

PREPARATION

NOTE 

•  The power can also be supplied through the batteries (see below).
•  A small amount of power is always consumed even while on standby.

CAUTION

•  Only use JVC power cord provided for this unit to avoid 

malfunction or damage to the unit. Remove batteries when using 
the power cord.

•  Be sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet when going out 

or when the unit is not in use for an extended period of time.

NOTE

•  The power will not be supplied through the batteries when the power is supplied through the AC IN 

 jack on the unit.

•  The battery is consumed more quickly than usual when operating the unit continuously or operating it in a cold place.

CAUTION

To avoid battery leakage or explosion, handle batteries properly.
•  If you are not going to use this unit for a month or more, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
•  Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations. 
•  Do not mix with batteries of different types or with new and old ones.
•  Do not attempt to charge any batteries other than rechargeable ones.
•  Discard leaky batteries immediately. Battery leakage can cause skin burns or other personal injuries.
•  If chemicals leak onto the unit, clean the unit completely.

Match the polarities (+ and –) of the batteries.

Connecting the power cord

Remote control

Power cord 

(supplied)

AC outlet

CD player

CD capacity:

1CD

Signal-to-noise ratio:

60 dB

Dynamic range:

60 dB

Tuner

FM tuning range:

88 MHz – 108 MHz

SW tuning range:

6 MHz – 18 MHz

MW tuning range:

530 kHz – 1 600 kHz

Antennas:

Telescopic antenna for FM/SW
Ferrite core antenna for MW

Cassette deck

Frequency response:

100 Hz – 8 000 Hz

Wow & flutter:

0.35% (WRMS)

Fast wind time:

Approx. 170 sec. (C-60 cassette)

General

Speakers:

10 cm cone x 2

Speaker impedance:

Ω

Output power:

2 W + 2W, 10% THD, 4 

Ω

Input terminal:

USB:
Playable files: MP3, WMA
Compatible device: Mass storage class
Bus power supply: DC5V 

 500 mA

AUDIO IN:
stereo mini (

φ

3.5mm)

500mV/47kΩ

Output terminal:

PHONES (

φ

3.5) x 1

Power supply:

AC 110 V – 127 V/220 V – 240 V 

 adjustable 

with the voltage selector, 50 Hz/60 Hz
DC 12 V (R20 (SUM-1)/D (13D)-size batteries x 8)

Power consumption:

18 W (at operation)
1 W or less (on standby)

Dimensions:

407 mm x 147 mm x 254 mm (W/H/D)

Mass:

Approx. 2.7 k

g

 (without batteries)

Accessories provided: Power cord x 1

Remote control x 1
R03 (UM-4)/AAA (24F)-size batteries x 2
AC plug adaptor x 1 (not supplied for 
Saudi Arabia)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Battery compartment

R20 (SUM-1)/D(13D)

(not supplied)

SPECIFICATIONS

Troubleshooting

ABOUT DISC/FILE/CASSETTE TAPE

REFERENCES

Blower

Lens

R03 (UM-4)/AAA (24F) (supplied)

•  If the range or effectiveness of the 

remote control decreases, replace 
both batteries.

English

•  Always set volume to “VOLUME MIN” when 

connecting or disconnecting the USB mass 
storage class device.

•  Connect one USB mass storage class device to 

the unit at a time. Do not use a USB hub.

•  This unit cannot recognize a USB mass storage 

class device whose rating exceeds 5V/500 mA.

•  When connecting with a USB cable, use the USB 

2.0 cable less than 1 m in length.

•  You cannot connect a computer to the USB 

MEMORY terminal of the unit.

•  Electrostatic shock at connecting a USB device 

may cause abnormal playback of the device. In 
this case, disconnect the USB device then reset 
this unit and the USB device.

•  USB Memory and DAPs compatible with the 

USB mass storage class specifications are 
connectable.

•  Some DAPs are not compatible with the unit.
•  Copyrighted tracks (WMA-DRM* tracks) cannot 

be played back on the unit.

•  Coded or encrypted tracks in a special method 

cannot be played on the unit.

•  You cannot send any data to your USB mass 

storage class device from this system.

•  You cannot charge the USB mass storage class 

device while connecting it to the USB MEMORY 
terminal.

•  While playing back a file in a USB mass storage 

class device, do not disconnect the device. It 
may cause a malfunction of both the system and 
the device.

•  When connecting a USB mass storage class 

device, refer also to its manual.

•  You can play back MP3/WMA files on a USB mass 

storage class device (maximum data transfer 
rate: 2 Mbps).

  This unit may not play back some files even 

through their formats are listed above.

•  This unit is compatible with USB 2.0 Full Speed.

Battery compartment

After cleaning, make sure that the cleaning fluid has 
dried completely before loading a cassette.

CAUTION

If the head is magnetized, noise will increase and 
the sound quality will be degraded. To avoid this, 
demagnetize the recording/playback head every 
20 to 30 hours of use with a head demagnetizer 
(available at an audio store). Turn off the unit before 
demagnetizing the head.

 

Do not demagnetize the erasure head as it is of 
magnetic type.

Handling discs

 

Remove the disc from its case by holding it at the 
edge while pressing the center hole lightly.

 

Do not scratch or touch the reflective recorded 
surface.

•  Do not stick or write anything on the label side.

 

Do not bend discs.

•  Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, extreme 

temperature or moisture.

 

When cleaning the disc, wipe it with a soft cloth 
in a straight line from center to edge. DO NOT use 
thinner, benzine, record cleaner or antistatic spray.

Handling cassette tapes

 

Take up the slack of tape by inserting a pencil into 
one of the reels and rotating. If the tape is played 
without taking up the slack, it may get stretched, 
cut or caught in the cassette.

 

Be careful not to touch the tape surface.

•  Avoid storing tapes in the following places:
 – 

In 

dusty 

places

  –  In direct sunlight or heat
 – 

In 

moist 

areas

  –  On a TV or a speaker
  –  Near a magnet

Important for USB device

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