Panasonic SCAKX52EG User Manual [en, cs, pl]

Dear Customer

Thank you for purchasing this system. For optimum performance and safety, read these instructions fully

before you connect, operate or adjust this system. Keep this manual for future reference. Your system and the illustrations can look differently.

Drogi Kliencie

Dziękujemy za zakupienie tego zestawu. W celu zapewnienia optymalnej jakości odbioru i bezpieczeństwa,

przed podłączeniem, uruchomieniem lub zmianą ustawień urządzenia należy dokładnie zapoznać się z niniejszą instrukcją obsługi.

Prosimy o zachowanie niniejszej instrukcji obsługi. Zakupione urządzenie może różnić się od przedstawionego na

ilustracjach. Niniejsza instrukcja została opracowana na podstawie oryginalnej

publikacji firmy Panasonic Corporation.

Operating Instructions

Instrukcja obsługi

Návod k obsluze

CD Stereo System

Zestaw stereo z CD

Stereosystém s CD

Model No. SC-AKX52

Vážený Zákazníku

Děkujeme za zakoupení tohoto systému. Pro optimální využití a bezpečnost si před připojováním, používáním

nebo nastavováním tohoto systému tento návod pečlivě přečtěte. Uschovejte si prosím tento návod k obsluze. Váš systém a obrázky se mohou lišit.

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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.

These operating instructions are applicable to the following system.

SC-AKX52

SA-AKX52

SB-AKX52

Inside of product

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System

Main unit

Speakers

Back of product

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.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical

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involved.

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 cord 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.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

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Safety precautions

Table of contents

Placement

Set the system 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 service life of the system.

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

Do not place heavy items on the system.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the system and cause a fire.

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

AC mains lead protection

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

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.

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

Foreign matter

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

Supplied accessories .......................................3

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

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

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

Overview of controls ........................................ 6

Discs .................................................................. 8

USB and internal memory................................9

Radio ................................................................11

Clock and timers.............................................12

Sound effects ..................................................12

Using a microphone ....................................... 13

Remote control code ......................................13

External equipment ........................................13

Troubleshooting guide ...................................14

Maintenance ....................................................14

Specifications ................................................. 15

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Do not let metal objects fall inside the system. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.

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

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the system. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the system.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this system 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 mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorised service centre. Electric shock or damage to the system can occur if the system is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

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

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 x AC mains lead

1 x AM loop antenna

1 x FM indoor antenna

1 x Remote control battery

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000637)

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Preparing the remote control

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Placement of speakers

The right and left speakers are the same.

Use alkaline or manganese battery.

Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with those in the remote control.

Point the remote control at the remote control sensor (Z 7), away from obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the main unit.

CAUTION!

• 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 an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

• Mishandling of battery can cause electrolyte leakage, which can cause a fire.

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

CAUTION!

Danger of explosion if battery 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.

You cannot remove the net of the speakers.

Use only the supplied speakers.

The combination of the main unit and speakers give the best sound. You can cause damage to the system and decrease the sound quality if you use other speakers.

Note:

• Keep your speakers more than 10 mm from the main unit for ventilation.

• Put the speakers on a flat safe surface.

• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not put them near TVs, PCs or other equipment easily influenced by magnetism.

• When you play at high levels for a long period, it can cause damage to the system and decrease the life of the system.

• Decrease the volume in these conditions to prevent damage: – When you play distorted sound. – When you adjust the sound quality.

CAUTION!

• Use the speakers only with the recommended system. If not, you can cause damage to the amplifier and speakers and can cause a fire. Consult an approved service personnel if damage occurs or if there is a sudden apparent change in performance.

• Do the procedures included in these instructions when you attach the speakers.

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Making the connections

Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made.

Conserving power

The system consumes approximately 0.3 W when it is in standby mode. Disconnect the power supply if you do not use the system. Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system. You have to set them again.

Connect the antennas

Place the antenna where reception is best.

FM indoor antenna

Adhesive tape

Connect the speakers

SPEAKERS

AM loop antenna

Click!

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HIGH

(5:)

LOW

(4:)

HIGH

(5:)

LOW

(4:)

TO SB-AKX52 TO SB-AKX52

Connect the AC mains lead

Use the included AC mains lead with this system only. Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.

To household mains socket

Refer to “Using the auxiliary input” (Z 13) for more information on AUX connection.

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Overview of controls

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C D

GHI

QRS

MEMORY

D.BASS

DISPLAY

DIMMER

HI-SPEED

SLEEP

AUTO OFF

USB

ABC

JKL

TUV

SOUND

MEMORY

REC

PLAY/

REC

DEF

MNO

W XYZ

EXT-IN

RADIO

PRESET EQ

EDIT

MODE

J K L M

A Standby/on switch [`], [1] (Z 12, 14)

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.

B Alphanumeric buttons

To set a 2-digit number Example: 16: [≧10] → [1] → [6] To set a character Example: B: [2] → [2]

C Delete a programmed track (Z 8)

Delete a selected track in a playlist (Z 10)

D Select source

[MEMORY, USB]: Select internal memory or USB (Z 9) [MEMORY]: Select internal memory [USB]: Select USB [CD]: Select disc (Z 8) [RADIO, EXT-IN]: Select radio, USB, music port or AUX

E Basic operation

[4/9]: Playback or pause operation [8]: Stop playback or recording [2], [6]: Skip track

[3], [5]: Search track

[2/3], [5/6]: Skip and search track

F Select the sound effects (Z 12, 13)

G Start the title search (Z 10)

H View the information shown on the display panel

Decrease the brightness of the display panel

Press and hold the button to use this function. To cancel, press and hold the button again.

I Recording operation for USB and internal memory (Z 9)

[CD HI-SPEED REC]: CD high-speed recording [7/9, USB REC]: USB recording [7/9, MEMORY REC]: Internal memory recording [REC MODE]: Set the record mode

J Set the play timer and record timer (Z 12)

K Set the clock and timer (Z 12)

L Set the sleep timer (Z 12)

Automatically switch off the system

When you are in disc, USB or internal memory source, the auto off function switches off the system if you do not use the system for 30 minutes. Press and hold the button to use this function. To cancel, press and hold the button again.

M Set the program function (Z 8, 11)

N Adjust the volume of the system

(Z 11, 13)

Select preset radio station

Tune in to the radio station

Select preset radio station

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O Mute the sound of the system

Press the button again to cancel. “MUTE” is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you switch off the system.

P Set the play menu item (Z 8)

Set the radio menu item (Z 11)

Q Make playlist (Z 10)

R [R, T]: Skip album

Adjust clock setting

[Y, U]: Select the item in the menu [OK]: Confirm the setting

S Set the edit mode for USB or internal memory

(Z 11)

T USB port ( )

U Music port

V Headphones jack ( )

Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo (not included)

• Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears. Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or earphones.

W Remote control sensor

X Display panel

Y Set Super Woofer function (Z 12)

Z Set D.Bass function (Z 13)

a Set the Manual EQ effect (Z 12)

b Browse tracks or albums

Turn the knob to browse track. Press [4/9] to start playback from the selection.

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Press [ALBUM/TRACK] to select album or track and turn the knob to browse. Press [4/9] to start playback from the selection.

c Open or close the disc tray

d Disc tray

e Microphone jack (Z 13)

f Adjust the volume of the microphone

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Discs

Program playback

Playing discs

Press [x, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the disc tray.

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Put in a disc with the label facing up. Press [x, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the disc tray.

Press [CD] and then press [4/9] to start playback.

Stop playback

Pause playback

Skip album

Skip track

Search through track

Press [8] during playback.

Press [4/9] during playback. Press again to continue playback.

Press [R, T]. Press [2] or [6] (main unit: [2/3] or

[5/6]).

Press and hold [3] or [5] (main unit: [2/3] or [5/6]).

Playmode function

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE”.

Press [Y, U] and then press [OK] to select the desired mode.

OFF PLAYMODE

1-TRACK

1-TR

1-ALBUM

1-ALB

RANDOM

RND

1- ALBUM RANDOM

1-ALB RND

Note:

• This function does not work with “Program playback”.

• The setting returns to the default “OFF PLAYMODE” when you open the disc tray.

Play all tracks.

Play one selected track on the disc. Press the alphanumeric buttons to select the track. Playback starts from the selected track.

Play one selected album on the disc. Press [R, T

Play a disc randomly.

Play all tracks in one selected album randomly. Press [R, T

]

to select the album.

]

to select the album.

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

“PGM” is shown.

Press the alphanumeric buttons to select the desired track.

Do this step again to program other tracks.

Press [4/9] to start playback.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press [R, T] to select the desired album.

Press [6] and then press the alphanumeric buttons to select the desired track.

Press [OK].

Do steps 2 through 4 again to program other tracks.

Press [4/9] to start playback.

Cancel program mode

Replay the program

Check program contents

Clear the last track

Clear all programmed tracks

Note:

The program memory is cleared when you open the disc tray.

Note on CDs

• This system can access up to 99 tracks.

• This system can play MP3 files and CD-DA format audio CD-R/RW that have been finalised.

• This system can fail to play some CD-R/RW because of the condition of the recording.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press [PROGRAM] and then press [4/9].

Press [2] or [6] when “PGM” is shown in the stop mode. To check while programming, press [PROGRAM] two times after “PGM” is shown, then press [2] or [6].

Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

Press [8] in the stop mode. “CLR ALL” is shown. Within 5 seconds, press [8] again.

Repeat playback

You can repeat “Program playback” or other selected “Playmode function”.

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “REPEAT”.

Press [Y, U] to select “ON REPEAT” and then press [OK].

” is shown.

“ To cancel, select “OFF REPEAT”.

Viewing available information

You can view the available information on the display panel.

Press [DISPLAY].

Note:

• Maximum characters that can be shown: approximately 32

• This system supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags.

• Text data that the system does not support can show differently.

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Note on MP3s

• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as albums.

• This system can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions.

• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).

• To play in a certain order, prefix the folder and file names with 3-digit numbers in the order you want them to play.

Limitations on MP3 playback

• If you have recorded MP3s on the same disc as CD-DA, only the format recorded in the first session can be played.

• Some MP3s cannot be played because of the condition of the disc or recording.

• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them.

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USB and internal memory

You can connect and play music tracks from your USB mass storage device.

You can also record sound or music tracks into the 2 GB internal memory in MP3 format.

This system can play or record up to 800 folders (maximum 999 tracks in an album) or a total of 8000 tracks, depending on the available storage capacity.

Stop recording

Pause recording

Press [8]. “WRITING” is shown.

Press [7/9, USB REC] or [7/9, MEMORY REC] during recording. Press again to continue recording.

Note:

You can pause during recording from the radio, music port or AUX (except in SYNCHRO mode). A track mark (Z 10, “Adding track marks”) is added every time you pause.

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Connecting a USB mass storage device

Preparation

Before you connect a USB mass storage device to the system, make sure you do a backup of the data.

Do not use a USB extension cable. The system cannot recognise USB mass storage device connected through a cable.

USB mass storage device (not included)

Decrease the volume and connect the USB mass storage device to the USB port.

Recording to a USB mass storage device or the internal memory

Panasonic cannot be held responsible on the action of consumer to record copyrighted contents which can cause copyright infringement.

Note:

• All recordings are in .mp3 format.

• You cannot do recording when you are using random playback mode.

• Repeat playback mode is off during recording.

• A new album is added each time you do a recording.

• The sequence of album can change after the recording.

• The recordings are kept in a folder named “REC_DATA” in the USB mass storage device.

Note:

• “RENAME” and “ALBUM” is shown when the system rearranges and renames the folders in ascending order.

• USB recording indicator blinks during USB recording.

Recording MP3 tracks

You can record MP3 tracks in a disc to a USB mass storage device or the internal memory.

You can also record MP3 tracks from a USB mass storage device to the internal memory, or vice versa.

Prepare the source you want to record.

Record all tracks

Record programmed tracks

Record specified album or track

Press [7/9, USB REC] or [7/9, MEMORY REC] to start recording.

Example: Recording an album from the USB mass storage device

to the internal memory.

Select “OFF PLAYMODE” (Z 8, “Playmode function”).

Program the tracks you want (Z 8, “Program playback”).

Select “1-ALBUM” or “1-TRACK” (Z 8, “Playmode function”).

Album being recorded

Percentage of the recording process

Basic recording

Select the source you want to record. Radio:

Tune in to the radio station.

Prepare the disc playback mode.

Record all tracks

Record programmed tracks

Record a single track

Make sure the disc is stopped.

External equipment:

Connect and play the equipment (Z 13, “External equipment”).

Press [7/9, USB REC] or [7/9, MEMORY REC] to start recording.

The name of the folder that keeps the recording is shown.

Select “OFF PLAYMODE” (Z 8, “Playmode function”).

Program the tracks you want (Z 8, “Program playback”).

Select “1-TRACK” (Z 8, “Playmode function”).

Stop recording

Note:

• Some tracks can use a longer time to record.

• Some MP3 tracks cannot be recorded because of the condition of the source.

Press [8]. Recording stops at the last fully recorded track in the album. Example: If you stop recording during the fourth

track, only the first three tracks are recorded. “NO FILE RECORDED” is shown if no track is recorded.

Basic playback

Press [MEMORY, USB] to select “MEMORY” or “USB”.

Press [4/9] to start playback.

Stop playback

For other operations, refer to “Discs” (Z 8).

Press [8] during playback. Press [4/9] to continue playback. OR Press [8] two times to stop the playback fully.

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Viewing available information

You can view the available information on the display panel.

Press [DISPLAY].

In the stop mode Available storage space or remaining recording

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During recording Information that is related to recording.

During playback or pause

time of USB mass storage device or internal memory.

Information of the current track.

Title search

You can search for the desired track in the internal memory with title search.

Press [TITLE SEARCH].

” indicator blinks.

“

Press the alphanumeric buttons or [R, T] to select the desired character then press [U] to select next character.

To delete a character, press [DEL].

Press [OK]. Press [Y, U] to search for previous or next match.

“NOTFOUND” is shown if there is no match.

Press [OK] to confirm and play the track.

To cancel, press [TITLE SEARCH].

Note:

• This function skip tracks that are created with basic recording (Z 9, “Basic recording”).

• This function does not work with random or program playback.

• The character is not case sensitive.

• A same track title display will be shown for tracks with the same title.

Playlist

You can keep up to 10 playlists in the internal memory. Each playlist can keep up to 99 tracks.

Press [PLAYLIST].

Press [R, T] to select the desired playlist.

Press [OK] to confirm.

“PL01 EMPTY” is shown if there is no track in the “PL01” playlist.

Press [R, T] to select the desired album. Press [2] or [6] to select the desired track.

Press [OK].

Press [EDIT MODE] and then do steps 4 and 5 again to add other tracks.

Press [4/9] to start playback.

Cancel the playlist

Select other playlist

Add tracks In the stop mode, press [EDIT MODE] and then

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View contents of the playlist

Press [PLAYLIST] until “

Press [PLAYLIST] and then [R, T] to select the playlist.

do steps 4 and 5 again to add other tracks.

Press [2] or [6] in the stop mode.

” has cleared.

Clear a single track

Clear all tracks in a playlist

In the stop mode, press [2] or [6] to select the desired track you want to clear then press [DEL], “DELETE?” is shown. Within 5 seconds, press [OK].

Press [8] in the stop mode, “CLEAR?” is shown. Within 5 seconds, press [OK].

Advanced recording functions

High-speed recording

Recording speed:

CD : Four times (4x) the normal speed. CD-RW : Two times (2x) the normal speed.

Put in the disc you want to record.

Press [CD].

Press [CD HI-SPEED REC] and [7/9, USB REC] or [7/9, MEMORY REC] together to start recording.

Note:

• If you cannot record at high-speed because of the condition of the disc, record the CD at normal speed.

• The sound is muted during high-speed recording.

Recording from CD using analogue format

You can change your recording mode from digital recording to analogue recording.

Press [CD].

Press and hold [EDIT MODE] to select “ANALOG-REC”.

ANALOG-REC

(analogue recording)

Note:

• The recording mode returns to the default “DIGITAL-REC” after an analogue recording is completed.

• You cannot do high-speed recording in analogue recording mode.

Recording mode

You can select the desired recording mode before you start a basic recording (Z 9, “Basic recording”).

Press [REC MODE] to select the desired setting.

128 KBPS Long play mode

192 KBPS Standard quality mode

320 KBPS High quality mode

Adding track marks

When recording from radio or external equipment, you can divide tracks using various modes.

Before recording

Press [EDIT MODE] to select the desired setting.

MANUAL Add a track mark manually.

TIME MARK A track is automatically divided at 5-minute

SYNCHRO (For music port or AUX source)

Note:

• During recording, if you press [OK] or pause recording while using TIME MARK mode, the 5-minute counter is reset.

• You cannot add track marks manually in SYNCHRO mode.

Press [OK] during recording to add a track mark.

intervals.

Recording starts automatically when the other equipment starts to play. Recording pause when it detects silence for 3 seconds.

DIGITAL-REC

↔

(digital recording)

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Deleting the recorded tracks

RDS broadcasting

Press [MEMORY, USB] to select “MEMORY” or “USB”.

Press [R, T] to select the desired album. Press [2] or [6] to select the desired track.

Press [EDIT MODE] to select the desired mode.

TRACKDEL Delete a single track

ALBUMDEL Delete one album (maximum 999 tracks)

FORMAT Format the USB mass storage device

ALL DEL Delete all albums in the internal memory

Press [OK].

The selected item to be deleted is shown.

Press [OK].

“SURE?NO” is shown.

Press [Y, U] to select “YES” or “NO” and then press [OK].

Select “YES” to confirm the deletion. “WRITING” is shown.

Note on USB

Compatible devices

• USB mass storage devices that support bulk-only transfer.

• USB mass storage devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.

Supported format

• Folders are defined as album.

• Files are defined as track.

• Tracks must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.

• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.

• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT 12/16/32 file system is supported).

• Depending on the sector size, some files can fail to work.

This system can show the text data transmitted by the radio data system (RDS) available in some areas.

Press [ DISPLAY].

(Station name)

Note:

RDS may not be available if reception is poor.

→

PTY

(Program type)

→

(Frequency)

FREQ

Memory presetting

30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.

Preparation

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Automatic presetting

Press [OK] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT” frequency.

Press [RADIO MENU] to select “A.PRESET” and then press [OK].

“START?” is shown.

Press [OK] to start presetting.

Manual presetting

Press [3] or [5] to tune in to the station.

Press [PROGRAM].

Press the alphanumeric buttons to select a preset number.

The new station replaces any station that occupies the same preset number.

Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more stations.

Selecting a preset station

Press the alphanumeric buttons, [2] or [6] (main unit: [2/3] or [5/6]) to select the preset station.

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Radio

Manual tuning

Press [R ADIO, EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press [3] or [5] to select the frequency of the required station.

To tune automatically, press and hold the button until the frequency starts changing quickly.

” is shown when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

“

To improve the sound quality

When “FM” is selected

Press [R ADIO MENU] to select “FM MODE”.

Press [Y, U] to select “MONO” and then press [OK].

To cancel, select “ST”.

• “MONO” is also cancelled when you change the frequency.

• Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.

When “AM” is selected

Press [R ADIO MENU] to select “B.PROOF”.

Press [Y, U] to select “BP 1” or “BP 2” and then press [OK].

AM allocation setting (by main unit only)

This system can also receive AM broadcasts allocated in 10 kHz steps.

Press [R ADIO, EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN].

After a few seconds, the display panel shows the current minimum radio frequency. Release the button when the minimum frequency changes.

• To go back to the initial setting, do the above steps again.

• After you change the setting, preset frequencies are erased.

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Clock and timers

Setting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

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

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Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the time.

Press [OK].

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to show the clock for a few seconds.

Note:

Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

Sleep timer

The sleep timer switches off the system after the set time.

Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).

To cancel, select “OFF”.

30 MIN OFF→120 MIN→→ 60 MIN→90 MIN

To show the remaining time

Press [SLEEP].

Note:

• The sleep timer can be used together with the play timer or record timer.

• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set an overlap of timers.

Play and record timers

You can set the timers to come on at a certain time to:

- Wake you up (play timer).

- Record from the radio or the external equipment (record timer).

Play timer and record timer cannot be used together.

Switch on the system and set the clock.

Play timer Prepare the music source you want to listen to (disc,

Record timer

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer.

#PLAY : to set the play timer #REC : to set the record timer

Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the start time.

Press [OK].

Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.

Press [R, T] to select the source you want to play or record.

Press [OK].

For play timer proceed to step 9. For record timer continue from step 7.

Press [R, T] to select “USB” or “MEMORY” to keep the recording.

Press [OK].

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USB, internal memory, radio or external equipment) and set the volume.

Connect the USB mass storage device (for USB recording) and tune to the radio station (Z 11, “Radio”) or select the external equipment (Z 13, “External equipment”).

CLOCK

Original display

# PLAY

# REC

To start the timer

Press [#, PLAY/REC] to start the timer.

Press [`] to switch off the system.

The system must be switched off for the timer to operate.

Change the settings

Change the volume

Check the settings

Cancel

Note:

• The play timer starts at a low volume and increases gradually to the preset level.

• The record timer starts 30 seconds before the set time with the volume muted.

• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer is on.

• If you switch off the system and switch on again while a timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the end time.

Do steps 1 through 8 and 10 again (Z left and above).

1) Press [#, PLAY/REC] to remove the timer indicator on the display panel.

2) Change the volume.

3) Do steps 9 and 10.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “#PLAY” or “#REC”.

Press [#, PLAY/REC] to remove the timer indicator on the display panel.

Sound effects

Changing the sound quality

Press [SOUND] to select a sound ef fect.

Press [Y, U] to select the desired setting.

BASS -4 to +4

MID

TREBLE

SURROUND “ON SURROUND” or “OFF SURROUND”

INPUT LEVEL (For music port source)

SUPERWOOFER “OFF”, “SW1”, “SW2” or “SW3”

RE-MASTER

By main unit only

Press [MANUAL EQ] to select “BASS”, “MID” or “TREBLE”.

Press [2/3] or [5/6] to adjust the level.

Preset EQ

Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.

HEAVY Adds punch to rock

SOFT For background music

CLEAR Clarifies higher frequencies

VOCAL Adds gloss to vocal

FLAT Cancels the sound effect

“NORMAL” or “HIGH”

Note:

Alternatively, press [SUPER WOOFER] on the main unit to select a setting.

"ON RE-MASTER" or “OFF RE-MASTER”

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D.BASS

Press [D.BASS] to select “D.BASS”, “AUTO D.BASS” or “OFF D.BASS”.

D.BASS Enhances bass effect

AUTO D.BASS Automatically adjusts the bass effect according

OFF D.BASS Cancels the function

to the sound or music track

Using a microphone

Preparation

Decrease the volume of the system to its minimum before you connect or disconnect a microphone.

Connect a microphone (not included) to the microphone jack.

Plug type : Ø 3.5 mm monaural

Turn [MIC VOL, MIN/MAX] on the main unit to adjust the volume of the microphone.

If you want to use the microphone with background music.

Play the music source and adjust the volume of the system.

Note:

• If a strange noise (howling) is emitted, move the microphone away from the speakers, or decrease the volume of the microphone.

• When you do not use the microphone, disconnect it from the microphone jack, and decrease the volume of the microphone level to “MIN”.

External equipment

Preparation

• Disconnect the AC mains lead.

• Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Note:

Components and cables are sold separately.

Using the music port

You can play music from a portable audio equipment.

Preparation

Switch off the equaliser (if any) of the portable audio equipment to prevent sound distortion. Decrease the volume of the system and the portable audio equipment before you connect or disconnect the portable audio equipment.

Audio cable (not included)

Portable audio equipment (not included)

Connect the portable audio equipment.

Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select “MUSIC PORT”.

Play the portable audio equipment.

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Remote control code

When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote control of this system, change the remote control code for this system.

Preparation

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select “AUX”.

To set the code to “REMOTE 2”

Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN] on the main unit and [2] on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is shown.

Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

To set the code to “REMOTE 1”

Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN] on the main unit and [1] on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is shown.

Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

Using the auxiliary input

You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc. and listen to the audio through this system.

VCR (not included)

Rear panel of this main unit

Audio cable (not included)

Connect the external equipment.

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select “AUX”.

Play the external equipment.

Note:

• If you want to connect equipment other than those described, refer to the audio dealer.

• Sound distortion can occur when you use an adaptor.

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

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Common problems

The display panel lights up and changes continuously in standby mode.

• Press and hold [8] on the main unit to select “DEMO OFF”.

No operations can be done with the remote control.

• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.

Sound is distorted or no sound.

• Increase the volume.

• Switch off the system, determine and correct the cause, then switch the system on again. It can be caused by straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power, and when using the system in a hot environment.

A “humming” sound can be heard during playback.

• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cords away from the cables of this system.

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Discs

Display not shown correctly. Playback does not start.

• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in correctly.

• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.

• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.

• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.

The total number of tracks shown is incorrect. The disc cannot be read. Distorted sound is heard.

• You put in a disc that the system cannot play. Change to a playable disc.

• You put in a disc that has not been finalised.

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Radio

Sound is distorted. The stereo indicator flickers or does not light.

• Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.

A beat sound is heard.

• Switch off the TV or move it away from the system.

• Set to “BP 1” or “BP 2” when in AM tuner mode.

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

• Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.

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USB

The USB mass storage device or the contents in it cannot be read.

• The format of the USB mass storage device or the contents in it is/ are not compatible with the system.

• USB mass storage devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB cannot work in some conditions.

Slow operation of the USB mass storage device.

• Large content size or large memory USB mass storage device takes longer time to read.

“ERROR”

• An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions and try again.

“ERROR” (during recording)

• You cannot select other playback source (example: radio, USB etc.) or press [2] or [6] during recording. Stop the recording function.

• You cannot open disc tray when recording from AM source.

• Select a suitable recording mode (128 kbps or 192 kbps) and continue recording.

“PLAYERROR”

• You played an unsupported MP3 file. The system will skip that track and play the next one.

“VBR–”

• The system cannot show the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.

“NORMAL”

• The “INPUT LEVEL” of music port source automatically changes from “HIGH” to “NORMAL” when the system detects distorted music sounds.

“HI-SPEED CAN’T REC”

• You cannot do high-speed recording while using analogue mode. Change to digital mode or do normal recording.

“DEVICE FULL”

• You cannot do recording because the remaining recording time of the USB mass storage device is less than the total time of the music source. Change to a USB mass storage device which has enough recording time and do the recording again.

“USB OVER CURRENT ERROR”

• The USB mass storage device is drawing too much power. Disconnect the USB mass storage device. Switch off the system and then switch it on again.

“NODEVICE”

• The USB mass storage device is not connected. Examine the connection.

“NO TRACK”

• There is no album or track in the USB mass storage device or the internal memory.

System memory reset (Initialisation)

When the following situations occur, refer to the instructions below to reset the memory:

• There is no response when buttons are pressed.

• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.

To reset the system memory

Disconnect the AC mains lead. (Wait 3 minutes before you continue with step 2.)

While you press and hold [1] on the main unit, connect the AC mains lead again.

“– – – – – – – –” shows on the display panel.

Release [1].

All the settings are set back to the factory preset. It is necessary to set the memory items again.

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Main unit displays

“NO PLAY” “UNSUPPORT”

• Examine the content. You can only play supported format.

• The files in the USB mass storage device can be corrupted. Format the USB mass storage device and try again.

“F61”

• Examine and correct the speaker cords connection.

• Disconnect the USB mass storage device. Switch off the system and then switch it on again.

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Maintenance

To clean this system, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this system.

• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

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