Panasonic SC-AKX54 Operating Instructions Manual
Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-AKX54
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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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 following
system.
Back of product
Inside of product
Safety precautions
WARNING!
Unit
• To reduce the risk 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.
– Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
– Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
CAUTION!
Unit
• To reduce the risk 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.
– Set this unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and
excessive vibration.
– Do not use a DC power source.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
• Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be
unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any
problem occurs.
• This unit may receive radio interference caus ed by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference occurs,
please increase separation between this unit and the
mobile telephone.
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments 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 to direct
sunlight for a long period of time with door and windows
closed.
• Remove the battery if you do not use the remote control
for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.
• Danger of explosion if battery 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.
- If you see this symbol -
System SC-AKX54
Main unit SA-AKX54
Speakers SB-AKX54
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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Supplied accessories
Check and identify the supplied accessories.
Placement of speakers
The right and left speakers are the same.
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.
Preparing the remote control
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, away
from obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front
of the main unit.
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)
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
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.
1
Connect the speakers.
2 Connect the AM loop antenna.
Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks.
3
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Place the antenna where reception is best.
4
Connect the AC mains lead.
Use the supplied AC mains lead with this system only.
Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.
1
2
3
4
To household mains socket
White
Tape
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Troubleshooting
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.
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.
• Adjust the volume of the system.
• 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.
The sound level reduces.
• The protection circuit has been activated due to the
continuous use at high volume output. This is to protect the
system and maintain the sound quality.
Disc
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 nonstandard.
• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.
The total number of tracks displayed 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.
Radio
Sound is distorted.
• 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.
USB
The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.
• The format of the USB device or the contents in it is/are
not compatible with the system.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB
cannot work in some conditions.
Slow operation of the USB device.
• Large content size or large memory USB device takes
longer time to read.
Main unit displays
“NO PLAY”
“UNSUPPORT”
• Examine the content. You can only play supported
format.
• The files in the USB device can be corrupted. Format the
USB device and try again.
“F61”
• Examine and correct the speaker cords connection.
• Disconnect the USB device. Switch off the system and
then switch it on again.
“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.
“PLAYERROR”
• You played an unsupported MP3 files. 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.
“DEVICE FULL”
• You cannot do recording because the remaining
recording time of the USB device is less than the total
time of the music source.
Change to a USB device which has enough recording
time and do the recording again.
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