Panasonic SC-AK780, SC-AK580, SA-AK780, SA-AK580, SB-AK780 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-AK780

SC-AK580

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Supplied

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-AK780 for other Latin American countries.

Operations in these instructions are described mainly using the remote control, but you can per form the operations on the main unit if the
controls are the same.

Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.

Dear Customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these
instructions thoroughly before connecting, operating or adjusting
this product.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

1 x AC power supply cord

For Argentina

(K2CJ2DA00006)

For other Latin American
countries

(K2CQ2CA00007)

2 x Remote control

batteries

1 x Power plug adaptor

(except for Argentina)

1 x FM indoor antenna

1 x AM loop antenna

1 x Remote Control

AK780

(N2QAYB000425)

AK580

(N2QAYB000424)

The illustration shows
SC-AK780.

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CAUTION!

Change the voltage setting to suit the AC voltage in your area.
See page 5.
Note that the unit will be seriously damaged or fail to operate
correctly if this setting is not made correctly.

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.

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.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 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.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS
WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND
SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply c ord plug from AC receptacle.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please
increase separation between the product and the mobile
telephone.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

Inside of product

– If you see this symbol –

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
for the correct method of disposal.

These operating instructions are applicable to the following systems.

System

SC-AK780 SC-AK580

Main unit

SA-AK780 SA-AK580

Front speakers

SB-AK780 SB-AK780

Subwoofer

SB-WAK780 –

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Safety precautions

Table of contents

Safety precautions ..........................................3

Placement of speakers ....................................4

Preparing the remote control .........................4

Making the connections ..................................5

DEMO function .................................................6

Handling of the disc trays and discs ............. 6

Overview of controls ....................................... 7

Discs ................................................................. 9

Using the FM/AM radio ..................................11

USB ................................................................. 12

Using the timers ............................................15

Using sound effects ......................................16

Using the microphone ...................................16

Using other equipments ...............................17

Troubleshooting guide .................................. 18

Maintenance ...................................................19

When moving the unit ................................... 19

Useful information ......................................... 19

Specifi cations ................................. Back cover

Placement

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight,
high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These
conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby
shortening the unit’s service life.

Place it at least 15 cm away from wall sur faces to avoid distortion
and unwanted acoustical effects.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fi re.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other places where DC is used.

AC power cord protection

AC power cord protection

Ensure the AC power cord is connected correctly and not damaged.
Poor connection and lead damage can cause fi re or electric shock.
Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug fi rmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC
power cord can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric
shock.

Foreign matter

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunc tion.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disc onnect the unit from the
power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insec ticides onto or into the unit. They contain
fl ammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that
is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC
power cord and contact your dealer or an authorized service
centre. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is
repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualifi ed persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power
source if it is not to be used for a long time.

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Placement of speakers

Front speakers are designed identically so that no left or right
channel orientation is necessary.

AK780

Subwoofer

Front speaker

(right)

Front speaker

(left)

Main

unit

Place the
subwoofer on the
fl oor or a sturdy
shelf so that it will
not cause vibration.

AK580

Front speaker

(right)

Front speaker

(left)

Main

unit

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.

Preparing the remote control

Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

R6/LR6, AA

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (\ page 7), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

Note on using the remote control

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use different types of bat teries at the same time.

• Do not take apart or short circuit the bat teries.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

• Do not heat or expose to fl ame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

• Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause
electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fi re.

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

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if bat tery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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(R)

(L)

To household AC outlet

Making the connections

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all the other connections have been made.

Please refer to “Connecting
to other external unit” on
page 17 for more information
on the AUX connection.

Speaker connections

Speaker connections

Set the voltage

Set the voltage

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.

Speaker

Terminal or
connector color

Front (lef t and right) White

Subwoofer Purple

AK580

Front

speaker

(right)

Power supply connection

Power supply connection

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 af ter 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.

• Do not use an AC power supply cord from other equipment.

■ FM indoor antenna

Place the antenna where reception is best.

Antenna connections

Antenna connections

Connector

Appliance inlet

■ AM loop antenna

Adhesive

tape

Subwoofer

(SB-WAK780)

AK780

Front

speaker

(right)

Connect
the left (L)
side in the
same way

Stand the antenna
up on its base.

Push

Click!

Black

Red White

Note:

Do not screw
too tightly.
Other wise, the
screwdriver
goes around
in circle and
cannot be fi xed.

Use a Phillips-head
screwdriver, etc.

Connect
the left (L)
side in the
same way

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Making the connections (continued)

Optional antenna connections

Optional antenna connections

Use an 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

FM outdoor antenna
(not included)

75 Ω coaxial cable
(not included)

Rear panel of

this main unit

AM outdoor antenna

AM outdoor antenna (not included)

AM loop antenna (included)

5 to 12 m

Rear panel of

this main unit

Push

• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.

• The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.

• Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other
convenient location.

• Leave the loop antenna connected.

DEMO function

7, –DEMO

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 [7 , –DEMO] (demo) on the main unit.

The display changes each time you press and hold the but ton.
DEMO OFF (off)

DEMO ON (on)

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

Note:

DEMO function cannot be turned on when dimmer function is on.

Handling of the disc trays and discs

Not doing the following will cause damage to the unit.

Removing the power plug

Press [y/ I, POWER] to turn off the unit and remove the power plug only af ter all the displays have disappeared.

Inserting a disc

Tray caution

• Place the disc correctly with the label facing up as shown in the diagram.

• Insert one disc into the tray.

• Always press [0, OPEN /CLOSE] to inser t or remove

a disc.

• Do not push or pull out the tray by hand as this will
cause an accident.

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