Panasonic SCPM193, SCPM19, SAPM193 User Manual

For U.S.A.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY

STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

SC-PM193 is available in the U.S.A only

P PC

CD Stereo System

Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-PM19

SC-PM193

Table of contents
Before use
Supplied accessories .............................		3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..		4
Product Service .......................................		4
Listening caution ....................................		4
The remote control .................................		5
Placement of speakers ...........................		5
Connections ............................................		5
Front panel controls ...............................		7
Demo function .........................................		8
Setting the time .......................................		8
Convenient functions .............................		8
Listening operations
The radio: manual tuning .......................		9
The radio: preset tuning .........................		10
CDs ...........................................................		11
Enjoying MP3 ..........................................		16
Cassette tapes .........................................		20
Recording operations
Before recording .....................................		21
Recording the radio ................................		21
Recording CDs ........................................		22
Auto-off function .....................................		22
Timers and others
Using the timers ......................................		23
Using the sound quality settings ..........		25
Enhancing the sound quality .................		25
Using an external unit ............................		25
Reference
Troubleshooting guide ...........................		26
Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) .................		27
Customer Services Directory
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.) .............................		27
Specifications .............................	Back cover
Maintenance ...............................	Back cover
When moving the unit ...............	Back cover

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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 system.

System

SC-PM19

SC-PM193

Main unit

SA-PM19

SA-PM193

Speakers

SB-PM19

SB-PM193

The model number and serial number of this product can

be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provided below and keep

for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

use

User memo:

Before

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC

SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, 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.

Except for U.S.A.

Inside of product

2

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)

This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR 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.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

In U.S.A. to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 27.

AC power supply cord ......................................	1 pc.
(K2CB2CB00006)

FM indoor antenna ............................................	1 pc.
(RSA0007-L)

AM loop antenna ...............................................	1 pc.
(N1DAAAA00001)

Remote control transmitter ..............................	1 pc.
(EUR7711150)

Remote control batteries ................................	2 pcs.
R6, AA, UM-3

Before use

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Before use

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Product Service

1.Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or

(b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

(c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or

(d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or

(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2.Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3.Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4.Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” below.

For assistance in the continental U.S.A. in obtaining repairs please ship the product to:

Panasonic Services Company - Customer Servicenter Suite B 4900 George McVay Drive

McAllen, TX 78503

In Puerto Rico contact the Panasonic Sales Company. Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone]

When shipping the unit carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. Include a letter detailing the complaint and provide a day time phone number where you can be reached.

IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE.

CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.

Also, the purchaser will be responsible for shipping the unit to the above address.

In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care

Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Listening caution

EST. 1924

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.

Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

•Start your volume control at a low setting.

•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

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R6, AA, UM-3

B

C

		2	1	(L)
	(R)
			3
				4
				To household
				AC outlet
1				Adhesive
				tape
	FM	ANT		FM indoor
				antenna
	ANT
AM
	LOOP	75
EXT

AThe remote control

■Batteries

•Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

•mix old and new batteries.

•use different types at the same time.

•heat or expose to flame.

•take apart or short circuit.

•attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

•use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

■Use

Aim at the remote control sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit. Refer to page 7 for the remote control sensor position.

	B	Placement of speakers		use
				Before
	Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel
	orientation is necessary.
	Notes

•Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32˝) 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 influenced by magnetism.

•To avoid damage to the speakers, do not touch the speaker cones if you have taken the nets off.

CConnections

•Plug the AC power supply cord into a household AC outlet only after all other connections have been made.

•To prepare the AM loop antenna wire and speaker cords, twist the vinyl cover tip and pull off.

1 Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position where radio signals are received with the least amount of interference.

Note

For the best reception:

An FM outdoor antenna is recommended. (\ page 6)

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	2							FM	ANT
						AM	ANT
								LOOP	75
						EXT
					AM loop antenna
	3							4
	a
	White					Red
						Black
	Blue
	b
						Black (–)
		1			3
	Gray (+)					Red (+)
use	Blue (–)							To household
								AC outlet
						L
Before				2		R
						LOW	(6	)
	HIGH	(6		)
	A							FM outdoor antenna
								(not included)
					FM	ANT
	AM			ANT
					LOOP	75
	EXT
	B					AM outdoor antenna
						(not included)
					FM	ANT
	AM		ANT					5-12 m
					LOOP	75
								AM loop antenna
	EXT
								(included)
	C
							(L)
							(R)
										AUX
					“LINE OUT”			R		L
						position
	Analog player (not included)							Rear panel of this unit

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Connections

2 Connect the AM loop antenna.

Stand the antenna up on its base. Keep loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords.

3 Connect the speaker cords.

a Confirm the colors of the tags on the ends of the cords.

bFor White tags:

Connect cords to gray terminals. For Blue, Black and Red tags:

Connect cords so tag colors match the terminal colors.

Cords with white and blue tags are for high frequency. Cords with red and black tags are for low frequency.

Incorrect connection can damage the unit.

Caution

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.

Caution

•Use the speakers only with the recommended system. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/ or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

•Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

4 Connect the AC power supply cord.

Note

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

Optional antenna connections

You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a mountainous region or inside a reinforced-concrete building, etc.

A FM outdoor antenna

Disconnect the FM indoor antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is installed.

Note

An outdoor antenna should be installed by a qualified technician only.

B AM outdoor antenna

Connect the outdoor antenna without removing the AM loop antenna. Run 5 to 12 m of vinyl-covered wire horizontally along a window or other convenient location.

Note

When the unit is not in use, disconnect the outdoor antenna to prevent possible damage that may be caused by lightning. Never use an outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.

External unit connections

•Make sure that the power supply for all components has been turned off before making any connections.

•For details, refer to the operating instructions of the unit which is to be connected.

•All peripheral components and cables sold separately.

C Connecting analog equipment

This example shows how to connect an analog player with a PHONO OUT/LINE OUT switch.

When units other than those described are to be connected, please consult your audio dealer.

Note

•Only an analog player with a built-in phono equalizer can be connected.

•Set the switch to the “LINE OUT” position at the back of the analog player.

Top of the unit

Front panel controls

Main unit

1

1 Cassette lid

2 Cassette open button (OPEN 0)

20

OPEN

3 Standby/on switch (y¥I POWER) .................................

8

2

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.

4 AC supply indicator (AC IN)

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC

outlet.

5 Super sound EQ button (S.SOUND EQ) ...................

25

3

6 Aux button (AUX) ........................................................

25

7 Tuner/band select button (TUNER/BAND)

9

POWER

#

8 CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind/TPS, tune/

$

AC IN

preset channel select, time adjust buttons

4

(4/REW/4, 3/FF/¢) ...............................

9, 11, 20, 23

9 Stop and demonstration button

5

%

ALBUM/

(STOP

7

, –DEMO)

8, 11

6

S.SOUND EQ

AUX

TRACK

REC

&

Ä Checking CD position (CD CHECK)

12

..........................

7

FF

TUNER BAND

CD

(

Å CD trays

8

REW

STOP

TAPE

VOLUME

CHANGE

Ç Remote control sensor

CD

9

DEMO

)

É Display

use

OPEN/

CD

CD 1

CD 2

CD 3

CD 4

CD 5

Ñ Album/track selection button

CHECK

CLOSE

~

!

,

Ü CD play/pause button (CD 3/8)

11

Before

+

( ALBUM/TRACK

) .................................................

16

Ö Recording start/pause button (¶/8 REC) .................

21

"

á CD change button (0 CD CHANGE) .........................

12

-

à CD tray open/close button (0 OPEN/CLOSE) ..........

11

â Volume control (VOLUME DOWN, UP) ........................

9

ä Tape play button (TAPE 3) ........................................

20

ã Headphone jack (PHONES) ........................................

25

å CD selection (CD 1~CD 5) ..........................................

12

CD 1

CD 2

CD 3

CD 4

CD 5

Remote Control

.

Buttons such as 3function in exactly same way as the buttons

on the main unit.

ç Auto off/Sleep timer button

(AUTO OFF, SLEEP) ..............................................

22, 24

^

é Disc button (DISC) ......................................................

13

3

è CD Program, tuner preset button

10, 15

(PROGRAM) ..........................................................

/

ê Play mode select button (PLAY MODE) ................

9, 13

Use this for selecting CD play mode, tune mode and FM

:

1

2

3

_

mode.

;

4

5

6

ë Repeat button (REPEAT) ............................................

14

<

7

8

9

{

í Delete button (DEL) ....................................................

18

ì Album selection button (ALBUM,

)

16

=

0

10

î Intro button (INTRO)

...................................................

17

ï Marker memory/recall button (MARKER)

19

>

(

ñ Shift button (SHIFT)

7

,

To use functions labelled in orange

:

While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.

|

6

For buttons [AUTO OFF], [CLOCK/TIMER],

+

[˚PLAY/REC] and [SURROUND].

ó Surround, Super sound EQ button

?

8

(SURROUND, S.SOUND EQ) ......................................

25

ò Play timer/record timer/Dimmer button

@

}

(˚PLAY/REC, DIMMER) ..........................................

8, 23

[

ô Clock/timer/CD display button

8, 14

\

(CLOCK/TIMER, DISPLAY) .....................................

ö Numbered, character buttons

]

(h10, 1-9, 0, A-Z, SPACE!”#) .................................

10, 18

õ Stop/clear button (7 CLEAR) .....................................

15

ú Enter button (ENTER) ................................................

18

ù Title search mode select button

(TITLE SEARCH) ........................................................

18

7

û Muting button (MUTING) .............................................

8

ü Preset EQ/Manual EQ button (SOUND) ...................

25

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STOP,

DEMO

B		1
	2	4
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Before		3
1
2	SHIFT	CLOCK/
		TIMER
3	4/REW	3/FF
4	SHIFT	CLOCK/
		TIMER
C
		DIMMER

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A Demo function

When the unit is first 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 [STOP 7, –DEMO].

The display changes each time the button is held down.

DEMO OFF

DEMO ON

While in the standby mode, select “DEMO OFF” to reduce power consumption.

B Setting the time

This is a 12-hour clock.

1 Press [y] to turn the unit on.

2 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to display “CLOCK”.

Every time you press the button:

CLOCK PLAY REC Original display

3 Within 5 seconds

Press and hold [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to set the time.

4 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER].

Displaying the clock:

Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER].

The clock is shown for about 5 seconds.

Note

The clock may lose or gain some time over a period. Readjust if necessary.

C Convenient functions

To dim the display panel

Press [DIMMER].

The display brightness will be reduced except for [AC IN] indicator.

To cancel, press [DIMMER] again.

To mute the volume

Press [MUTING].

To cancel, press [MUTING] again.

Muting can also be cancelled by lowering the volume all the way to “--dB”.

When the system is turned off, the muting operation will be automatically cancelled.

	3	1
2		4
1	TUNER/BAND
2	PLAY MODE
3	FF
	REW
4	VOLUME
	DOWN	UP
A		PLAY
		MODE
B
TUNER/BAND

The radio: manual tuning

1 Press [TUNER/BAND] to select:

FM AM

2 Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

PRESET MANUAL

3 Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to select the frequency of the required station.

“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

4 Adjust the volume.

Auto tuning

Press and hold [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] for a moment. The unit begins auto tuning when the frequency starts changing rapidly and stopping when it finds a station.

•To cancel, press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] again.

•Excessive interference may interrupt auto tuning.

A To improve FM sound quality

Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.

To cancel, press and hold [PLAY MODE] again. MONO is also cancelled if the frequency is changed. For normal listening, turn off “MONO”.

B FM allocation setting

By main unit only

This system allows you to receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps.

To change the step to 0.1 MHz

1Press and hold [TUNER/BAND].

After a while the display flashes with the current minimum frequency.

	2 Continue to hold [TUNER/BAND] down.		operations
	When the minimum frequency changes, release the button.
	To cancel, repeat the above steps.
	Notes
	• After changing the setting, previously preset frequency will
	be cleared.		Listening
	• Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload a cassette
	while listening to an AM broadcast.

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