Panasoic SC AK340 SC Service Manual
The illustrations show SC-AK340.
Table of contents
Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-AK340
SC-AK240
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESSUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 x AC power supply cord
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..3
Placement of speakers ............................3
Getting started .........................................4
Overview of controls ...............................6
Discs .........................................................7
Cassette tape – Play and record ..........11
Radio .......................................................13
Microphone mixing ................................14
Timer .......................................................15
Sound adjustment .................................16
External unit ...........................................17
Maintenance ...........................................17
When moving the unit ...........................17
Troubleshooting guide ..........................18
Specifi cations ........................................19
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Operations in these instructions are described mainly
using remote control, but you can do the operations on
the main unit if the controls are the same.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these
operating instructions are of SC-AK340.
Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
2 x Remote control batteries
1 x Power plug adaptor
1 x FM indoor antenna
1 x AM loop antenna
1 x Remote Control
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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following
systems.
: indicates features applicable to SC-AK340 only.
AK340
: SC-AK240 only.
AK240
System
Main unit
Speakers
SC-AK340 SC-AK240
SA-AK340 SA-AK240
SB-AK340 SB-AK240
Inside of product
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Placement of speakers
AK340
Place the front speakers so that the tweeter is on the
inside.
AK240
Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right
channel orientation is necessary.
Tweeter
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
Use only the supplied speakers.
The combination of the main unit and speakers provide the best
sound. Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound
quality will be negatively affected.
Note:
• Keep your speakers at least 10mm away from the system for proper
ventilation.
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them
near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily infl uenced
by magnetism.
• You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods.
• Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
– When playing distorted sound.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
Caution
•
Use the speakers only with the recommended system.
Failure to do so can damage the amplifi er and speakers,
and can cause fi re. Consult a qualifi ed service person if
damage occurs or if a sudden change in performance is
apparent.
• Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.
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Getting started
Step 1Step 1
Connect the AC power supply cord only after all other connections have been made.
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Insertion of connector
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on
the type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut
out as shown in the drawing. However there is no problem
using the unit.
If the power plug does not fi t your socket, use the power plug
adaptor (included).
For your reference
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time,
unplug it from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset
some memory items after plugging in the unit.
Note:
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment.
- Making the connections - Making the connections
Connect the AC power supply cord.
Appliance inlet
Connector
1
Connect the AM loop antenna.
Stand the antenna
up on its base.
4
Use a fl at-head screwdriver to set the voltage
selector on the rear panel to the appropriate
position for the area in which this system is used.
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(R)
Voltage selector.
To household AC outlet
2
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Tape the antenna where reception is best.
(L)
3
Connect the speaker cords.
AK340 AK240
Grey
Red
Blue Black
Connect
the left (L)
side in the
same way
Red (+)
Blue (–)
Red
Grey (+)
Black (–)
Adhesive
Black
tape
Connect
the left (L)
side in the
same way
Red (+)
Black (–)
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Optional antenna connectionsOptional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
Note:
Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.
FM outdoor antenna AM outdoor antenna
Rear panel
of this unit
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75 Ω coaxial cable
(not included)
15 mm
30 mm
Shield braid
Core wire
Rear panel
of this unit
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
5-12 m
AM loop antenna
(included)
• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
• The antenna should be installed by a competent
technician.
Step 2Step 2
- Inserting batteries into the remote control - Inserting batteries into the remote control
■ Batteries
AA/R6/LR6
• Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
• Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time.
Store in a cool, dark place.
• Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when held
close to the front panel.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
• Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause electrolyte leakage,
which may cause a fi re.
• If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of
your body.
Do not:
• mix old and new batteries.
• use different types at the same time.
• heat or expose to fl ame.
• take apart or short circuit.
• attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
• use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
• put heavy objects on the remote control.
• spill liquids onto the remote control.
■ Use
Aim at the remote control sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range
of 7 m directly in front of the unit.
Refer to page 6 for the remote control sensor position.
• Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or
other convenient location.
• Leave the loop antenna connected.
Step 3Step 3
- DEMO function - DEMO function
When the unit is fi rst plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may be shown
on the display.
If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by selecting “DEMO
ON”.
Press and hold [DISPLAY, –DEMO].
The display changes each time the button is held down.
NO DEMO (off) Ô DEMO ON (on)
While in standby mode, select “NO DEMO” to reduce power consumption.
Note:
DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.
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Overview of controls
Main unitMain unit
Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference.
This indicator lights when the unit is connected
1 Standby/on switch [y/l, POWER] (10, 18)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby
mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is
still consuming a small amount of power.
Disc skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
AC supply indicator [AC IN]
to the AC power supply.
Multiple discs change (8)
Display panel
2 Volume control
Microphone volume control (14)
3 Tuner/Band selection (13)
Microphone jack (14)
Music port jack (17)
4 Music port selection (17)
Deck 1 open (11)
tune/preset channel selection, time
adjustment (11)
Record (12, 17)
Display, demonstration (5)
5 H.BASS selection (16)
Deck 1 cassette holder (11)
Remote control signal
sensor
Disc trays
Disc tray open/close (7)
Single disc change (8)
Disc direct play (8)
6 Disc play/pause (7)
Headphone jack
(PHONES)
Avoid listening for
prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing
damage.
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo
(not included)
7 Tape play (11)
Deck 2 open (11)
Stop (11)
Deck selection (11)
Deck 2 cassette holder
(11)
AK340
Remote controlRemote control
Buttons such as 1 function the same as the controls on the main unit.
1
Sleep timer (16),
Auto off
Disc (7)
Program (8, 13)
Play mode (7, 11, 13)
Repeat (9)
Delete (9)
3
4
Album selection (7)
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Intro selection (9)
Marker memory/recall (9)
To select the desired display during play mode.
Each time you press the button:
Normal = Refl ection = (off)
Dimmer,
Play timer/record timer (15)
Clock/timer (15)
Numeric, characters (7, 9)
allows you to turn off the unit in
6
Stop/program clear (7, 9)
7
2
Disc skip/search, tape fastforward/rewind, tune/preset
channel selection, time
adjustment, cursor
(7, 9, 12, 13, 15)
Enter (8)
Title search (9)
disc or tape mode only after left
unused for 10 minutes.
• Press and hold [–AUTO OFF] to
activate the function.
• Press and hold [–AUTO OFF]
again to cancel.
• The setting is maintained even if
the unit is turned off.
panel.
This auto off function
To dim the display
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Display (8)
Muting
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Preset EQ (16)
• Press the button to activate.
To mute the sound.
• Press again to cancel.
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