Panasonic SC-AK78 User Manual

CD Stereo System

Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-AK78

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

Please keep this manual for future reference.

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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– AK78
use
			Main unit		SA– AK78
Before
				Front	SB– AK78
		Speakers		Surround	SB– PS70
				Center	SB– PC70

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

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

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.

Table of contents
Before use
Supplied accessories ..........................................................	2
Precautions ...........................................................................	4
Concerning the remote control ...........................................	5
Placement of speakers ........................................................	6
Connections .........................................................................	7
Front panel controls ..........................................................	10
Preparations
Turning the demo function off ..........................................	12
Economy mode ..................................................................	12
Setting the time ..................................................................	13
Auto power-off ....................................................................	13
Presetting radio broadcasts .............................................	14
Radio operation
Listening to radio broadcasts ...........................................	15
CD operation
Listening to compact discs ...............................................	16
Loading and checking CDs ..........................................................	16
Sequential play .............................................................................	17
Random play ................................................................................	18
Repeat play ..................................................................................	18
Direct access play ........................................................................	18
Program play ................................................................................	19
To listen to special CDs and tracks ..............................................	20
Tape deck operation
Listening to tapes ..............................................................	21
Recording operation
Before recording ................................................................	22
Recording from radio broadcasts ....................................	23
Recording from compact discs ........................................	24
Sequential recording ....................................................................	24
To record special CDs and tracks ................................................	25
Tape-to-tape recording ......................................................	26

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.)

To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).

AC power supply cord (RJA0065-A) ....................................

1 pc.

Note

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only.

Do not use it with other equipment.

FM indoor antenna (RSA0006-J) .........................................

1 pc.

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Sound quality / sound field operations

Boosting the super woofer ................................................		27
Using the built-in sound quality/sound field settings ....		27
Varying the sound quality with the manual equalizer ....		28
Varying the sound quality with the acoustic image
equalizer ...........................................................................		29
Tri-amp control ...................................................................		29
Surround systems ..............................................................		30
6CH DISCRETE INPUT mode ............................................		32
Enjoying sound with DOLBY PRO LOGIC .......................		33
To playback a DOLBY PRO LOGIC source .................................		33
Enjoying sound with stereophonics ................................		34
Enjoying sound with simulated stereo ............................		34
Using the virtual rear surround effect ..............................		35
Using the multi rear surround effect ................................		35
Using the center focus effect ............................................		35
Using the 3D ENHANCED effect .......................................		36
Using the seat position function ......................................		36
Timer and others
Using the timer ...................................................................		37
Using the play timer .....................................................................		37
Using the record timer ..................................................................		38
Using the play/record timer ..........................................................		39
Using the sleep timer ...................................................................		39
Using an external unit ........................................................		40
Convenient functions ........................................................		40
Reference
Concerning compact discs ...............................................		41
Concerning cassette tapes ...............................................		41
Troubleshooting guide ......................................................		42
Maintenance .......................................................................		43
Specifications .......................................................	backcover
Product service ....................................................	backcover

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 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.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.

Before use

AM loop antenna (RSA0029) ...............................................

1 pc.

Remote control transmitter (RAK-SA958WK) ......................

1 pc.

Remote control batteries ....................................................

2 pcs.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 product’s 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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Precautions

Before using this unit please read these operating instructions carefully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below.

Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.

Safety

		1. Power Source— The unit should be connected to power supply
	use	only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
		marked on the unit.
	Before	2. Polarization— If the unit is equipped with a polarized AC power
		plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), that plug
		will fit into the AC outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If
		you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try revers-
		ing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electri-
		cian to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
		purpose of the polarized plug.
		3. Power Cord Protection— AC power supply cords should be
		routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
		items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the plug
		or cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug body
		when connecting or disconnecting it.
		4. Nonuse Periods— When the unit is not used, turn the power
		off. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should
		be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

Installation

Environment

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding— If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70–1990, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure below.

		ANTENNA
		LEAD IN
	GROUND	WIRE
	CLAMP
ELECTRIC		ANTENNA
		DISCHARGE UNIT
SERVICE		(NEC SECTION 810-20)
EQUIPMENT
		GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
		(NEC SECTION 810-21)
		GROUND CLAMPS
		POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
		ELECTRODE SYSTEM
		(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC— NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

2. Water and Moisture— Do not use this unit near water— for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.

Damp basements should also be avoided.

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3. Heat— The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators and the like.

It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5° C

(41° F) or greater than 35° C (95° F).

4.Condensation— Moisture may form on the lens in the following conditions…

•immediately after a heater has been turned on.

•in a steamy or very humid room.

•when the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one.

If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly. To correct this problem, turn on the power and wait about one hour for the moisture to evaporate.

Placement

1. Ventilation— The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Allow

10 cm (4″ ) clearance from the rear of the unit.

2.Foreign Material— Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled into the unit. Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.

3.Magnetism— The unit should be situated away from equipment or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

4.Stacking— Do not place heavy objects, other than system components, on top of the unit.

5.Surface— Place the unit on a flat, level surface.

6.Carts and Stands— The unit should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

The unit and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart combination to overturn.

7.Wall or Ceiling Mounting— The unit should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling, unless specified in this operating instructions.

Maintenance

(See page 43 for details.)

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution.

Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

Service

1.Damage Requiring Service— The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

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

(b)Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or

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

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

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

2.Servicing— The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to an authorized service personnel.

For the address of an authorized servicenter: In the U.S.A. 1-800-211-7262 or web site (http://www.panasonic.com)

In Canada 905-624-5505 or web site (www.panasonic.ca)

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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 you to 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.

Concerning the remote control

Battery installation

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1	R6, AA size, UM-3
2		use
	Insert the batteries observing	Before

the correct polarities (+,–).

Use of batteries

•Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types

(manganese and alkaline, etc.).

•Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited.

•If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dark place.

•Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Battery life

The battery life is about one year.

The batteries should be replaced if commands from the remote control transmitter do not operate the unit even when the transmitter is held close to the front panel.

Correct method of use

Remote control signal sensor

About 7 meters in front of the signal sensor

30˚ 30˚

Transmission window

Operation notes

•Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor and remote control unit.

•Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight or to the bright light of an invertor fluorescent light.

•Take care to keep the remote control signal sensor and end of the remote control unit free from dust.

•If this system is installed in a rack with glass doors, the glass doors’ thickness or color might make it necessary to use the remote control a shorter distance from the system.

To prevent damage

•Never place heavy items on top of the unit.

•Do not disassemble or reconstruct the unit.

•Do not spill water or other liquids into the unit.

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			(Left)				(Right)

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Before	Superwoofer

Center speaker

		TV (not included)
	Front speaker	Main unit	Front speaker
	(Left)		(Right)
	Front view		Front view

	Surround speaker	Surround speaker
	(Left)	(Right)

100 mm

Wall or pillar

30 –35 mm

ø 7.5-9.5

7 –9 mm

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Placement of speakers

Placement of front speakers

Place the speakers so that the superwoofer is on the outside.

Note

•Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32˝) away from the system for proper ventilation.

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

Placement of center/surround speakers

Center speaker

Place the center speaker above your TV, as close to it as possible.

Note

Do not place the center speaker on this unit as sound quality will be affected.

Surround speakers

As well as enjoying normal stereo reproduction with the left and right front speakers, surround speakers can also be connected to the system in order to enjoy a feeling of depth and movement of sound.

Place the speakers with the Panasonic logo facing toward the listening position.

We recommend that surround speakers be placed on the side of, or slightly behind, the listener at ear level.

However, the position should be adjusted to your personal preference, because the effect varies to some degree depending upon the type of music and the music source.

Attaching to a wall

Set speaker onto screws and slide through bracket to lock into position.

Note

The wall or pillar on which the speaker systems are to be attached should be capable of supporting a weight of 5 kg.

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 attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and set-up combinations.

If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.

The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.

Note

Surround speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

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1 2 3

	4 5		6
	1		Adhesive tape
		FM	ANT
			75Ω
		GND
			FM indoor
			antenna

ANT

LOOP

2	ANT	HOLDER
	AM LOOP
	EXT

Antenna holder

AM loop antenna

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SPEAKERS

MID

LOW

(6

Ω )

HIGH

(6

Ω

)

ID

LOW (6Ω

)

M

(6

Ω

)

L

HIGH

Ω

)

(6

Ω )

(6

R

4

CENTER
(8	Ω	)

5 (Left)

L

R

SURROUNDΩ ) (8

Red ()

Black ()

Blue ()

Black ()

Gray ()

Black ()

Red ()

Black ()

Blue ()

Black ()

Gray ()

Black ()

(Right)

Connections

Basic connections

(for supplied accessories)

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

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

Before use

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 best reception:

An FM outdoor antenna is recommended. ( page 8.)

2. Connect the AM loop antenna.

After attaching the antenna, turn on the system and tune in a broadcast station. Then, turn the antenna to the angle of best reception and least interference.

3. Connect the front speakers.

Connect each end of the speaker cables to the terminal levers of the same color.

Use only the supplied front speakers.

The combination of the main unit and front speakers provide the best sound. Using other front speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.

Caution

To prevent damage to circuitry, never short-circuit positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires.

4.Connect the center speaker.

5.Connect the surround speakers.

6.Connect the AC power cord.

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Before use

8

		FM outdoor antenna
		(not included)
75Ω coaxial cable		30mm
(not included)
FM	ANT
	Ω
GND	75

Shield braid

15mm

Core wire

AM outdoor antenna (not included)

5–12m

	AM	ANT
		LOOP
	EXT

AM loop antenna (included)

Connections

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.

FM outdoor antenna

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

Remove a piece of the outer vinyl insulator.

Twist the shield braid.

Expose the core wire.

Note

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

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 an electrical storm.

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DVD player with 5.1 ch OUT
(not included)	Rear panel of this unit

(MIX OUT)	R	L
		AUX 1
		AUX 2
FRONT	R	L
		FRONT	6CH
SUBWOOFER			DISCRETE
		CENTER INPUT
CENTER		SUBWOOFER
	R	L
SURROUND		SURROUND

Laser disc player/ DVD player without 5.1 ch OUT

(not included) Rear panel of this unit

AUDIO OUT	R	L
		AUX 1
		AUX 2
	R	L
		FRONT	6CH
			DISCRETE
		CENTER	INPUT
		SUBWOOFER
	R	L
		SURROUND

Video cassette recorder
(not included)	Rear panel of this unit

R L

AUDIO OUT

AUX 1

AUX 2

	R	L
		FRONT	6CH
			DISCRETE
		CENTER	INPUT
		SUBWOOFER
	R	L
		SURROUND
Record player (not included)	Rear panel of this unit
	R	L
AUDIO OUT		AUX 1
		AUX 2
	R	L
		FRONT	6CH
			DISCRETE
		CENTER	INPUT
		SUBWOOFER
	R	L
		SURROUND

Connections

External unit connection

•For details, refer to the manual of the units which are to be connected.

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

		DVD player with 5.1 ch OUT		use
	Sound cannot be produced unless an DOLBY DIGITAL decoder is
				Before
	connected.
	A DVD player with a built-in DOLBY DIGITAL decoder is recommend-
	ed.
	This will allow you to enjoy the brilliant images and powerful sounds
	available on DVD software.
		Laser disc player/DVD player
		(without 5.1 ch OUT)
	This unit has Dolby Pro Logic circuitry. If the audio output of video
	equipment is connected to the AUX1 or 2 terminal of this unit, the
	sound will be reproduced with the same powerful stereophonic ef-
	fects found in movie theaters.
		Video cassette recorder
	You can enjoy only sound of the video cassette recorder.
		Record player
	Sound cannot be produced unless an phono equalizer (not included)
	is connected.
	A record player with a built-in phono equalizer is recommended.
	To improve the sound effect
	The front speakers have built-in subwoofers, but it is possible to con-
	nect another subwoofer (not included) to the SUBWOOFER OUT ter-
	minal on the rear panel of this unit.

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Before use

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						SA-AK78
		CD MANAGER
			CD 1	CD 2		CD 3	CD 4	CD 5
					CD DIRECT PLAY OPEN
AC IN
									RANDOM
POWER MODE
			CD STEREO SYSTEM
CD								VOLUME	DISPLAY
									DEMO
TUNER									DOWN
BAND
TAPE
DECK 1/2		3D AI
AUX 1/2									S.WOOFER
6CH DISCRETE INPUT
									UP
									3D AI EQ
PLAY	CLOCK
REC	TIMER	VIRTUAL R	C.FOCUS 1	3-D ENHANCED
		MULTI R	C.FOCUS 2	S.POSITION
		PRO LOGIC SUPER SURROUND SIMULATED ST				SOUND CONTROL JOG
						PUSH (AV EFFECT)
		LOW	MID	HIGH	TRI-AMP CONTROL		DSP CONTROL
PHONES		FM MODE BP	TUNE TIME ADJ	TUNE MODE			MEMORY
						TUNE TIME ADJ
		DECK 1	TAPE EDIT	REC STOP		REV MODE		DECK 2
		OPEN						OPEN

DECK 1 DECK 2

CD STEREO SYSTEM

CD

							VOLUME	DISPLAY
								DEMO
TUNER								DOWN
BAND
TAPE
DECK 1/2		3D AI
AUX 1/2								S.WOOFER
6CH DISCRETE INPUT
								UP
								3D AI EQ
PLAY	CLOCK
REC	TIMER	VIRTUAL R	C.FOCUS 1	3-D ENHANCED
		MULTI R	C.FOCUS 2	S.POSITION
		PRO LOGIC SUPER SURROUND SIMULATED ST				SOUND CONTROL JOG
						PUSH (AV EFFECT)
		LOW	MID	HIGH	TRI-AMP CONTROL		DSP CONTROL
PHONES		FM MODE BP		TUNE MODE			MEMORY
			TUNE TIME ADJ			TUNE TIME ADJ
		DECK 1	TAPE EDIT	REC STOP		REV MODE	DECK 2
		OPEN					OPEN

Front panel controls
Main unit
No.	Name	Ref. page
Input select buttons and indicators ..........		14, 17, 21, 40
(CD, TUNER BAND, TAPE DECK 1/2,
AUX 1/2, 6CH DISCRETE INPUT)
Standby/on switch (	, POWER) ..............................	12

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.

AC supply indicator (AC IN) .........................................

12

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.

Eco mode button (MODE) .............................................			12
CD manager button (CD MANAGER) ...........................			20
Disc tray .........................................................................			16
Disc select, disc tray open/close buttons
(CD1-CD5 CD DIRECT PLAY,		OPEN) ..................	16,17
Random play button (RANDOM) ..................................			18
Display select/demonstration button
(-DISPLAY/–DEMO) .................................................			12, 40
Volume control (VOLUME) ...........................................			15
Headphones jack (PHONES) ........................................			40
Deck 1 cassette holder .................................................			21
Deck 2 cassette holder .................................................			21
Center console
Play timer/record timer button and indicator
( PLAY/ REC) ....................................................			37, 38
Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) ................			13, 37, 38

3D AI lamp (3D AI)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC on/off, Tri-amp control [LOW]
button and indicator
( PRO LOGIC, LOW) .................................................	33

AV effect indicators (VIRTUAL R, MULTI R, C.FOCUS 1

, C.FOCUS 2, 3-D ENHANCED, S.POSITION) ........		35, 36
Super surround on/off, Tri-amp control [MID]
button and indicator
(SUPER SURROUND, MID) ...........................................		34
Simulated stereo on/off, Tri-amp control [HIGH]
button and indicator
(SIMULATED ST, HIGH) ................................................		34
Display
Tri-amp control on/off button and indicator
(TRI-AMP CONTROL) ....................................................		29
Jog control (SOUND CONTROL JOG, PUSH
(AV EFFECT)) ...............................................................		27
Super woofer on/off button and indicator
(S.WOOFER) ..................................................................		27
Basic operating buttons
Functions change according to the source.
Deck1 open button (	DECK1 OPEN) ........................	21
Tape edit button (TAPE EDIT) ......................................		26
Recording start/stop button ( REC/STOP) ..............		23
Reverse mode select button (REV MODE) .................		21
Deck2 open button (	DECK2 OPEN) ........................	21
Joy stick ( , , ,	) ....................................................	28
3D AI EQ button (3D AI EQ) ..........................................		29

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AUTO OFF SLEEP MUTING

DISC

CH SELECT

AV EFFECT

3D AI

EQ

SUPER SIMULATED

S.WOOFER PRO LOGIC SURROUND STEREO

PROGRAM CANCEL REPEAT RANDOM

AUX1/2 TAPE TUNER CD

6 CH

TEST

VOLUME

AUDIO SYSTEM

R A K - S A 9 5 8 W K

Front panel controls

Remote control

Buttons such as	function is exactly the same way as the buttons
on the main unit.

No.				Name											Ref. page
Standby/on button (						)									12
Auto power-off (AUTO OFF)															13
																	use
Numeric buttons (≥ 10, 1– 0)															18
Channel select button (CH SELECT)														...........................	32		Before
Select buttons (			,	)											35
									..................................................
3D AI select button (3D AI) ...........................................															29
EQ select button (EQ) ...................................................															27
DOLBY PRO LOGIC on/off button
( PRO LOGIC) ...........................................................															33
Super woofer on/off button (S.WOOFER) ...................															27
Program button (PROGRAM) .......................................															19
Cancel button (CANCEL) ..............................................															19
Input select buttons (CD, TUNER,
TAPE, AUX1/2, 6CH)				.............................										14, 17, 21, 32, 40
Test signal output button (TEST) ................................															33
Muting button (MUTING) ...............................................															40
Sleep button (SLEEP) ...................................................															39
Disc button (DISC) ........................................................															18
AV effect button (AV EFFECT) ...............................															35, 36
Select button (			,	)		....................................................									32
Super surround on/off button
(SUPER SURROUND) ...................................................															34
Simulated stereo on/off button
(SIMULATED STEREO) .................................................															34
Random button (RANDOM) ..........................................															18
Repeat button (REPEAT) ..............................................															18
Reverse side playback button (														) ........................	21
Skip/search buttons (												,		)	17, 22
Play/pause button (											)				17, 21
Stop button (			)												17, 21
Volume buttons ( – VOLUME + ) ..................................															15

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Turning the demo function off (DEMO)

If the clock has not been set, a demonstration of the display is shown when the unit is off.

This function is set to on at the time of purchase.

To get the most from the economy mode (see below), turn the demo function off.

Press and hold [-DISPLAY/ – DEMO] until “NO DEMO” is displayed.

Every time you press and hold the button;

NO DEMO (off) DEMO (on)

Economy mode (MODE)

When this mode is used the power consumed when the unit is switched to standby mode reduces from a maximum of 13.5 W to 0.25 W.

This mode is set to on at the time of purchase.

		NORMAL	ECO(on)
	Display	Clock display, etc.	Blank
	Power consumption	13.5 W	0.25 W
	in standby mode

The demonstration is shown if DEMO is on, regardless of the condition of the ECO mode. Turn DEMO off if ECO is used.

Turning ECO on and off:

Press [POWER] to turn the unit on. Press [MODE].

The display changes each time the button is pressed:

NORMAL (off) ECO (on)

When ECO is on:

When the unit is turned off, the display panel remains blank but the

AC IN indicator stays to show the unit is still connected to the AC power output.

Conserving power
The unit consumes 0.25 W even when it is turned off with [	,

POWER] or Auto-off function and ECO mode is turned on. To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items before using the unit again.

Note

When the unit is off, the mode can be switched from NORMAL to

ECO, but not the other way.

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		AUTO OFF SLEEP		MUTING
				DISC	AUTO OFF
	CH SELECT			AV EFFECT

Setting the time

The example in the figure shows how to set the time for 4:25 p.m.

1.Press [POWER] to turn the unit on.

2.Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.

Every time you press the button;

CLOCK PLAY REC Previous display

3. (Within 5 seconds or so)

Press [TUNE/TIME ADJ ( or )] to set the present time.

4. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time.

The display will return to whatever was displayed before you set				Preparations
When the unit is off.
the time.
Displaying the clock
When ECO mode is off;
The clock is displayed constantly.
When ECO mode is on;
Press [-DISPLAY/–DEMO].
The clock is displayed for about 5 seconds and then the display goes
blank again.
When the unit is on
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] so “CLOCK” is shown.
The clock is shown for about 5 seconds then the previous display is
restored.
	Auto power-off
by remote control only
When CD or tape is selected as the source.
To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for four minutes.
This function does not work if the source is tuner, AUX 1, AUX 2 or
6CH DISCRETE INPUT.
Press [AUTO OFF].
“AUTO OFF” is displayed.
To cancel
Press [AUTO OFF] again.
For your reference

The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. When the unit is turned on again, the unit functions as described above.

If you select tuner, AUX 1, AUX 2 or 6CH DISCRETE INPUT as the source, “AUTO OFF” goes out. It comes on again when you select CD or tape.

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Preset channel

Presetting radio broadcasts

•Up to 12 stations can be set in each band with automatic or manual memory presetting.

•If broadcast frequencies are preset in the memory, you can easily tune in any of these frequencies from the system or remote control unit.

•You can preset just those stations you like. (See “Presetting only your favorite stations” below.)

1. Press [TUNER/BAND] to select band.

The power will come on automatically.

Every time you press the button; “FM”		“AM”.

2. Press [ , TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

Every time you press the button; “MANUAL” “PRESET”.

3. Press [TUNE / TIME ADJ( or	)] until the dis-
play shows the frequency from which you want
to begin automatic memory presetting.
Tips on tuning in radio stations
Hold down either [TUNE/TIME ADJ (	or )] until the fre-

quency numbers start scrolling.

When near to the frequency you are looking for, press [TUNE/

TIME ADJ ( or	)] repeatedly until the station is tuned in.
4. Press and hold [		, MEMORY] until the fre-

quency begins to change.

This will start presetting automatically. When finished, the radio will tune in the last station memorized.

If auto presetting is not possible because radio signals are weak or for some other reason, do the following.

Presetting only your favorite stations

Preset the stations one at a time.

1. Perform step 1 above. Then, press [					, MEMORY] (“PRGM”
flashes) and select a station with [TUNE/TIME ADJ (						or )].
2. While “PRGM” is flashing press [				, MEMORY] again and se-
lect a preset channel with [TUNE/TIME ADJ ( or						)].
3. Press [		, MEMORY] to preset the station.

Memory retention

The preset stations are retained in memory for about 2 weeks even if the system is unplugged.

FM allocation settings:

This system comes equipped with an electronic digital tuner that divides the broadcast band into many small steps. These steps match the assignable broadcast frequencies and intervals in between.

Each country allocates broadcast bands according to their particular needs.

By adjusting the allocation, you can enable the tuner to receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps.

Press and hold [TUNER/BAND]. After a few seconds the display will change to a flashing display of the current minimum frequency. If you continue to hold [TUNER/BAND] down, the minimum frequency will change. Release the button at this time.

To return to the original frequency indication, repeat above.

Note

After changing the allocation setting, the frequencies you previously preset in the memory will be cleared.

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