Panasonic SCAKX14 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

If you have any questions, contact:

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 2.

Owner’s Manual

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-AKX14

Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com

© Panasonic Corporation 2012
Printed in Malaysia

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Do the procedures with the remote control. You can
also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the
same.

Your system and the illustrations can look differently.
These operating instructions are applicable to the followin g

system.

System SC-AKX14
Main unit SA-AKX14
Speakers SB-AKX14

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 ________________________

SC-AKX14

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instruct ions 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 o r 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 appara tus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

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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.

Safety precaution

WARNING!

Unit

• To reduce the ri sk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or

splashing.

– Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases,

on this unit.
– Use only the recommended accessories.
– Do not remove covers.
– Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

CAUTION!

Unit

• To reduce the ri sk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in

cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is
well ventilated.

– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with

newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

– Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted

candles, on this unit.

• Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any
problem occurs.

• This u nit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustmen ts or
performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Battery

• Do not break open or short -circuit the battery.

• Do not charge the alkaline or manganese battery.

• Do not use the battery if the cover has peeled off.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed t o direct
sunlight for a long period of time with door and windows
closed.

• Remove the batt ery if you do not use the remote control
for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.

• Danger of explosion if bat tery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the type recommended by the
manufacturer.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

Inside of product

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FCC Note:

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 interf erence will no t occur i n 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.

• Consu lt 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.

Declaration of Conformity
Trade name: Panasonic
Model No.: SC-AKX14

Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North
America
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

Product service

1) Damage requiring service — The unit should be
serviced by qualified service personnel if:
a) The AC power supply cord or the plug 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:
Refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and
Puerto Rico)”.

- 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.

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Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Home Audio Products

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage
(For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in
materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing
Company of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the
length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the
date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)
repair your product with new or refurbi shed part s, (b) re place it wi th a
new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made
by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name Parts Labor

Audio Products (except items below) 1 year 1 year
DVD Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
Home Theater Audio System 1 year 1 year
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable

Battery Packs (defective exchange)

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for lab or.
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.
This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non­rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This
warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the
United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the
original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”.

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

To find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
or call 1-800-211-PANA (726 2).

When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied
accessories listed in the Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid,
adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to
providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number
where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required
under the Limited Warranty.

90 days Not

Applicable

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.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or
cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER
damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused b y
products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from
accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication,
alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,
lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or
liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other
business or rental use of the product, or service by anyon e other than
a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage
that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.

THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time,

travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images,
data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not
exclusive, but for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this
product develops during or after the warranty per iod, you may contact
your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs
Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate
your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and
Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests
by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all
Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:
[e-mail]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)

Panasonic National Parts Center
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032

(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

As of January 2012