Panasonic SC-AKX58, SC-AKX38 Operating Instructions

This illustration shows SC-AKX58.

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-AKX58

SC-AKX38

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

“EB” indicates the United Kingdom model.

EB

GN

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These operating instructions are applicable for models
SC-AKX58 and SC-AKX38.

SC-AKX58 :
SC-AKX38 :

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

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these
operating instructions are of SC-AKX58.
Your system and the illustrations can look differently.
These operating instructions are applicable to the
following system.

Back of product

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Indicate features applicable to SC-AKX58.
Indicate features applicable to SC-AKX38.

System SC-AKX58 SC-AKX38

Main unit SA-AKX58 SA-AKX38

Speakers SB-AKX78 SB-AKX38

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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.

AC mains lead

• The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this
unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the
socket outlet immediately.

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.

• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

• This unit may receive radio interference caused 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.

• Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and
excessive vibration.

Battery

• 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.

• 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 doors and
windows closed.

• 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.

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

Caution for AC mains lead

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

Fuse (5 ampere)

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the
body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until
a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local dealer.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC
mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug
fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Table of contents

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Caution for AC mains lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

About Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Sales and Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Supplied accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Preparing the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Placement of speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Making the connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Overview of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Preparing the media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Media playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Sound and illumination effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Clock and timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

External equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Limited Warranty (Australia). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

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About Bluetooth

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Licenses

Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or
information that can possibly be compromised during a
wireless transmission.

Frequency band

• This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

Certification

• This system conforms to the frequency restrictions and
has received certification based on frequency laws.
Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.

• The actions below are punishable by law:
– Taking apart or modifying the main unit.
– Removing specification indications.

Restrictions of use

• Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth
equipped devices is not guaranteed.

• All devices must conform to standards set by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

• Depending on the specifications and settings of a
device, it can fail to connect or some operations can be
different.

• This system supports Bluetooth
depending on the operating environment and/or
settings, this security is possibly not sufficient.
Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.

• This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth
device.

Range of use

• Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m.

• The range can decrease depending on the
environment, obstacles or interference.

Interference from other devices

• This system may not function properly and troubles
such as noise and sound jumps may arise due to radio
wave interference if this unit is located too close to
other Bluetooth

2.4 GHz band.

• This system may not function properly if radio waves
from a nearby broadcasting station, etc. is too strong.

Intended usage

• This system is for normal, general use only.

• Do not use this system near an equipment or in an
environment that is sensitive to radio frequency
interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories,
etc.).

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devices or the devices that use the

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security features. But

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The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.

Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc.

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

Sales and Support Information

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For the United Kingdom and Ireland

Customer Communications Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
(Excluding public holidays).

• For further support on your product, please visit our
website: www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by phoning our
Customer Communications Centre
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
(Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application at www.pas-europe.com

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
provided directly by Panasonic UK.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping
for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse
on our website for further details.

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Supplied accessories

Tweeter

Placement of speakers

Check and identify the supplied accessories.

For the United Kingdom and Ireland

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for
replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of
March 2014. These may be subject to change.)

 1 AC mains lead

For the United Kingdom and Ireland

(K2CT2YY00097)

 1 AM loop antenna

(N1DYYYY00011)

 1 FM indoor antenna

(RSAX0002)

 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000915)

 1 Remote control battery
 For the United Kingdom and Ireland

1 Antenna plug adaptor

(K1YZ02000013)

Preparing the remote control

Use alkaline or manganese battery.

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

SC-AKX58

Front speakers

Put the speakers so that the tweeter is on the outside.

SC-AKX38

The left and right speakers are the same.
You cannot remove the net of the speakers.

Use only the supplied speakers.

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 speakers and decrease the life of the
speakers.

• Decrease the volume in these conditions to prevent
damage:
– When the sound is distorted.
– 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

3

4

1

2

B

A

Adhesive tape

(not supplied)

FM outdoor antenna
(not supplied)

75  coaxial cable
(not supplied)

Antenna plug adaptor

To household

mains socket

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

SC-AKX58

For the United Kingdom and Ireland

Connect the FM outdoor antenna.

Use an outdoor antenna if the reception is poor.

CAUTION!

Keep the antenna plug adaptor out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.

Note:

• Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning
storm.

• Disconnect the outdoor antenna if you do not use the
system.

3 Connect the speakers.

Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the
same colour.

1 Connect the AM loop antenna.

Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks.

2 Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Put the antenna where reception is best.

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4 Connect the AC mains lead.

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
READ THE “Caution for AC mains lead” BEFORE
CONNECTION.

Do not use any other AC mains lead except the
supplied one.

Conserving power

The system consumes a small amount of power even
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.

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4

3

Adhesive tape

(not supplied)

FM outdoor antenna
(not supplied)

75  coaxial cable
(not supplied)

Antenna plug adaptor

To household

mains socket

1 Connect the AM loop antenna.

Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks.

For the United Kingdom and Ireland

Connect the FM outdoor antenna.

Use an outdoor antenna if the reception is poor.

CAUTION!

Keep the antenna plug adaptor out of reach of
children to prevent swallowing.

Note:

• Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning
storm.

• Disconnect the outdoor antenna if you do not use the
system.

3 Connect the speakers.

2 Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Put the antenna where reception is best.

4 Connect the AC mains lead.

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
READ THE “Caution for AC mains lead” BEFORE
CONNECTION.

Do not use any other AC mains lead except the
supplied one.

Conserving power

The system consumes a small amount of power even
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.

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Overview of controls

SOUND PRESET EQ

EDIT

MODE

USB

CD HI-SPEED

MEMORY

MODE

DISPLAY

DIMMER

SLEEP

PLAY/

REC

AUTO OFF

ABC

TUV

JKL

P

QRS

GHI

W
XYZ

MNO

DEF

T

I

T

L

E

S

E

A

R

C

H

P

L

A

Y

L

I

S

T

A

B

C

D

D

E

G

F

H

I

M

K

J

N

L

O

Q

P

R

S

ILLUMINATION/

CONTROL

USB/

CD

RADIO/

TUNE

MODE

EXT-IN

OPEN/CLOSE

AUX IN 2

ALBUM/TRACK

PAIRING

D

J J

UKEBOX

PRESET EQ

M

ANUAL EQ

D.BASS

–SUPER WOOFER

LOCAL

/

/

USB REC

VOLU

ME

A

B

PLAY

REC/PLAY

/ MEMORY

MEMORY REC

1

2

3

4

5

6

A

E

T

I

F

I

E

V

W

X

Y

UU

b

a

D

N

Z

ILLUMINATION/

CONTROL

USB/

CD

RADIO/

TUNE

MODE

EXT-IN

OPEN/CLOSE

AUX IN 2

ALBUM/

TRACK

PAIRING

D

J J

UKEBOX

PRESET EQ

M

ANUAL EQ

D.BASS

LOCAL

/

/

USB REC

VOLU

ME

A

B

PLAY

REC/ PL AY

/ MEMORY

MEMORY REC

1

2

3

4

5

6

A

E

T

I

F

I

E

V

W

X

Y

UU

b

a

D

N

Z

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A Standby/on switch [`], [1]

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

C Delete a programmed track

Delete a selected track in a playlist

D Select the audio source

On the main unit:
To start Bluetooth
[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING] when you are in Bluetooth
source.

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pairing, press and hold

E Basic playback control

F Select the sound effects

SC-AKX58

Select the super woofer effect

On the main unit:
Press and hold [–SUPER WOOFER].
Press [2/3] or [5/6] to select the setting.

G Start the title search for internal memory

H View the content information

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 control

J Set the play timer and record timer

K Set the clock and timer

L Set the sleep timer

Automatically switch off the system

The auto off function switches off the system (except
in radio source) if you do not use the system for
approximately 20 minutes.
Press and hold the button to use this function.
To cancel, press and hold the button again.

M Set the program function

N Adjust the volume level

O Mute the sound

To cancel, press the button again.
“MUTE” is also cancelled when you adjust the volume
or when you switch off the system.

P Set the play menu item

Q Internal memory playlist operation

R Select or confirm the option

S Set the edit mode for USB B and internal memory

T Remote control sensor

Distance: Within approximately 7 m
Angle: Approximately 20° up and down, 30° left and

right

U Select the DJ jukebox effect

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Internal memory playlist direct buttons

Press and hold to add track to the corresponding
playlist.
Press to select playlist.

V USB A

USB port ( )
USB status indicator
Play MP3 tracks.
Record MP3 tracks to

USB B or internal memory.

W USB B

USB port ( )
USB status indicator
Record sound or music tracks.
Play MP3 tracks.

X Display panel

Y Select MP3 album or track

Press [ALBUM/TRACK] to select album or track.

Browse tracks or albums

Turn [CONTROL] to browse.
To start playback from the selection, press [4/9].

DJ jukebox

Press and hold to select DJ jukebox.

Illumination

Turn [ILLUMINATION] to select the setting.

Z Open or close the disc tray

a AUX IN 2 jack

b Disc tray

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Preparing the media

D.BASS

/

USB REC

A

B

PLAY

REC/ PL AY

–SUPER WOOFER

USB device
(not supplied)

Disc

1 Press [CD].
2 Press [x OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open

the disc tray.

Put in a disc with the label facing up.

3 Press [x OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the disc

tray.

USB

Preparation

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

1 Decrease the volume and connect the USB device

to the USB port.

Hold the main unit when connecting or disconnecting
the USB device.

2 Press [USB] to select “USB A” or “USB B”.

USB status indicator lights up in red when selected.

Note:

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

Bluetooth

You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly
through Bluetooth

Preparation

• Switch on the Bluetooth
the device near the system.

• Read the operating instructions of the device for
details.

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feature of the device and put

█ Pairing a device

Preparation

If this system is connected to a Bluetooth
disconnect it (Z“Disconnecting a device”).

1

Press [ , MEMORY] (main unit:
[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING]) to select “BLUETOOTH”.

If “PAIRING” is shown, continue with step 4.

2

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PAIRING”.

Or press and hold [ /MEMORY, –PAIRING] on the main
unit until “PAIRING” is shown. Continue with step 4.

3

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

4 Select “SC-AKX58” or “SC-AKX38” from the

Bluetooth

If prompted for a passkey, input “0000”.
The device connects with this system automatically
after pairing is complete.
The name of the connected device is shown for a few
seconds.

Note:

You can pair up to 8 devices with this system. If a 9th device
is paired, the device that has not been used for the longest
time will be replaced.

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menu of the device.

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device,

█ Connecting a device

Preparation

If this system is connected to a Bluetooth
disconnect it (Z“Disconnecting a device”).

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device,

1 Press [ , MEMORY] (main unit:

[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING]) to select “BLUETOOTH”.

“BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.

2 Select “SC-AKX58” or “SC-AKX38” from the

Bluetooth

The name of the connected device is shown for a few
seconds.

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menu of the device.

3 Start playback on the device.

Note:

• A device must be paired to connect.

• The system can only connect to one device at a time.

• When “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the source, this
system will automatically try to connect to the last
connected device.

█ Disconnecting a device

1

Press [ , MEMORY] (main unit:
[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING]) to select “BLUETOOTH”.

2

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “DISCONNECT?”.

3

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

“BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.
To cancel, select “OK? NO”.

Using the main unit

Press and hold [ /MEMORY, –PAIRING] until
“PAIRING” is shown.

Note:

A device is disconnected when you:

• Select a different source.

• Move the device out of the maximum range.

• Disable the Bluetooth

• Switch off the system or the device.

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transmission of the device.

Media playback

Album
number

Track
number

The following marks indicate the availability of the
feature.

CD : CD-R/RW in CD-DA format or with MP3 files.
USB : USB device with MP3 files.
BLUETOOTH :Bluetooth
MEMORY : 2 GB internal memory (refer to “Recording”

for adding tracks to the internal memory).

Basic playback

CD USB BLUETOOTH MEMORY

Play Press [4/9].
Stop Press [8].

Pause Press [4/9].

Skip Press [2] or [6] (main unit: [2/3]

Search Press and hold [3] or [5]

Note:

Depending on the Bluetooth
not work.

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device.

USB MEMORY

The position is memorised.
“RESUME” is shown.
Press again to stop fully.

Press again to continue playback.

or [5/6]) to skip track.

CD USB MEMORY

Press [R, T] to skip MP3 album.

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

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device, some operations may

Play menu

CD USB MEMORY

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE” or

“REPEAT”.

2 Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press

[OK].

PLAYMODE

OFF PLAYMODE Cancel the setting.

1-TRACK

1-TR

1-ALBUM

1-ALB

RANDOM

RND

1-ALBUM
RANDOM

1-ALB RND

REPEAT

OFF REPEAT Cancel the setting.

ON REPEAT Repeat playback.

Note:

• During random playback, you cannot skip to tracks which
have been played.

• The setting is cancelled when you open the disc tray.

Play one selected track.
Press the alphanumeric buttons to
select the track.

Play one selected MP3 album.
Press [R, T] to select the MP3
album.

Play all tracks randomly.

Play all tracks in one selected MP3
album randomly.
Press [R, T] to select the MP3
album.

Viewing available information

CD USB BLUETOOTH MEMORY

You can view the available information on the display
panel.

Press [DISPLAY].

Note:

• Maximum characters that can be shown:

CD USB MEMORY : approximately 32
BLUETOOTH : approximately 16

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

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

• Example: MP3 album and track number display.

Link mode

BLUETOOTH

You can change the link mode to suit the connection
type.

Preparation

If this system is connected to a Bluetooth

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device,

disconnect it (Z“Disconnecting a device”).

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “LINK MODE”.
2 Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press

[OK].

MODE 1 Emphasis on connectivity.

MODE 2 (default) Emphasis on sound quality.

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Program playback

CD USB MEMORY

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

1 Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

“PGM” is shown.

2 CD

Press the alphanumeric buttons to select the track.

Do this step again to program other tracks.

For MP3:

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

2. Press [6] and then press the alphanumeric

buttons to select the track.

3. Press [OK].

Do these steps again to program other tracks.

3 Press [4/9] to start playback.

Cancel program
mode

Check program
contents

Clear the last track Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

Clear all
programmed
tracks

Note:

• You cannot use program playback together with
“PLAYMODE” function.

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

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop
mode.

Press [2] or [6] when “PGM” is
shown in the stop mode.

Press [8] in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is shown.
Press [8] again.

Title search

MEMORY

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

1 Press [TITLE SEARCH].

“ ” blinks.

2 Press the alphanumeric buttons or [R, T] to select

the character then press [U] to select next
character.

To delete a character, press [DEL].

3 Press [OK].

Press [Y, U] to search for previous or next match.
“NOTFOUND” is shown if there is no match.

4 Press [OK] to confirm and play the track.

To cancel, press [TITLE SEARCH].

Note:

• This function skip tracks that are created with analog
recording (Z“Analog 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.

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Playlist

MEMORY

You can keep up to 6 playlists in the internal memory.
Each playlist can keep up to 99 tracks.

1 Select the track you want to add to the playlist.
2 Press [PLAY LIST].

“ ” blinks.

3 Press and hold the alphanumeric button (1 to 6) to

add the track to the corresponding playlist.

Or press and hold [1] to [6] on the main unit to add the
track to the corresponding playlist.
Do steps 1 through 3 again to add more tracks.

Listening to the playlist

1 Press [PLAY LIST] and then the alphanumeric

button (1 to 6) to select the playlist.

Or press [1] to [6] on the main unit to select the
playlist.

2 Press [4/9] to start playback.

Cancel
playlist
playback

View
contents of
the playlist

Clear a single
track

Clear all
tracks in a
playlist

Press [PLAY LIST] two times until “ ” is
cleared.
OR
Press the selected [1] to [6] on the main
unit. “ ” is cleared.

Press [2] or [6] in the stop mode.
OR
Turn [CONTROL] in the stop mode.

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

In the stop mode, press [8]. “CLEAR?” is
shown.
Press [OK].

█ Note on disc

• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3
format content.

• Before playback, finalise the disc on the device it was
recorded on.

• Some CD-R/RW cannot be played because of the
condition of the recording.

█ Note on USB device

• This system supports USB 2.0 full speed.

• This system can support USB devices of up to 32 GB.

• Only FAT 12/16/32 file system is supported.

█ Note on MP3 file

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

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

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

• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.

MP3 file on disc

• This system can access up to:
– 255 albums (including root folder)
– 999 tracks
– 20 sessions

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

MP3 file on USB device

• This system can access up to:
– 800 albums (including root folder)
– 8000 tracks
– 999 tracks in one album

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Radio

Preparation

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

Manual tuning

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

To tune automatically, press and hold the button until the
frequency starts changing quickly.
“ ” is shown when a stereo broadcast is being received.

Using the main unit

1 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
2 Press [2/3] or [5/6] to tune in to the

station.

Memory presetting

You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations.

█ Automatic presetting

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

LOWEST Tuning begins from the lowest

CURRENT Tuning begins from the current

2 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “A.PRESET” and then

press [OK].

“START?” is shown.

3 Press [OK] to start presetting.

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into
the channels in ascending order.
To cancel, press [8].

█ Manual presetting

1 Press [3] or [5] to tune in to the station.
2 Press [PROGRAM].
3 Press the alphanumeric buttons to select a preset

number.

Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more stations.
The new station replaces any station that occupies
the same preset number.

frequency.

frequency.

Improving the sound quality

When “FM” is selected

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “FM MODE”.
2 Press [Y, U] to select “MONO” and then press [OK].

To cancel, select “STEREO”.
“MONO” is also cancelled when you change the
frequency.

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When “AM” is selected

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “B.PROOF”.
2 Press [Y, U] to select from “BP1” to “BP4” that

provides the best reception and then press [OK].

RDS broadcasting

For the United Kingdom and Ireland

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

Press [DISPLAY].

PS Programme service

PTY Programme type

FREQ Frequency

Note:

RDS may not be available if the reception is poor.

AM allocation setting

By main unit only

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

1 Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “AM”.
2 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.

• Preset frequencies are erased after you change the
setting.

█ Selecting a preset station

Press the alphanumeric buttons, [2] or [6] to
select the preset station.

Using the main unit

1 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2 Press [2/3] or [5/6] to select the preset

station.

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Recording

Album being

recorded

Percentage of the
recording process

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

To check storage space

In the stop mode, press [DISPLAY].

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 device or the internal memory.

• USB status indicator blinks in red during USB recording.

Recording MP3 tracks

You can record MP3 tracks from:

• MP3 disc to

•

USB A to USB B or internal memory

•

USB B to internal memory or vice versa

1 Prepare the source you want to record.

Record all tracks Select “OFF PLAYMODE”

Record
programmed tracks

Record specified
album or track

2 Press [MEMORY REC 7/9] or [USB REC 7/9] to

start recording.

Example: Recording an album from the USB device

USB B .

USB B or internal memory

(Z“Play menu”).

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

Select “1-ALBUM” or
“1-TRACK” (Z“Play menu”).

to the internal memory.

Analog recording

1 Select the source you want to record.

Prepare the CD-DA disc playback mode.

Record all tracks Select “OFF PLAYMODE”

Record
programmed tracks

Record a single
track

Make sure the disc is stopped.

Radio

Tune in to the radio station.

External equipment

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

(Z“Play menu”).

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

Select “1-TRACK”
(Z“Play menu”).

2 Press [MEMORY REC 7/9] or [USB REC 7/9] to

start recording.

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

Stop
recording

Pause
recording

Note:

• Wait for a few seconds for the system to prepare the USB
device before you start recording.

• When the next track of the CD-DA disc is being recorded, it
will be shown on the display.

Press [8]. “WRITING” is shown.

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

Note:

You can pause during recording from radio,
AUX 1 or AUX 2 (except in SYNCHRO mode).
A track mark is added every time you pause
(Z“Adding track marks”).

Stop
recording

Note:

• Some tracks can use a longer time to record.

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

• The recorded folder name may be different from the original
folder because of the auto rename function.

Press [8].
Recording stops at the last fully recorded
track in the album. For 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.

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█ High-speed recording

CD-DA disc recording speed:

CD, CD-R: Three times (3x) the normal speed.
CD-RW: Two times (2x) the normal speed.

1 Put in the disc you want to record.
2 Press [CD].
3 Press [CD HI-SPEED REC] and [USB REC 7/9] or

[MEMORY REC 7/9] together to start recording.

Note:

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

• The sound is muted during high-speed recording.

█ Adding track marks

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

Before recording

Press [REC MODE] to select the setting.

MANUAL Add a track mark manually.

SYNCHRO
(For AUX 1 or
AUX 2 source)

TIME MARK A track is automatically divided at

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.

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

5-minute intervals.

Deleting recorded tracks

1 MEMORY

Press [ , MEMORY] (main unit:
[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING]) to select “MEMORY”.

USB B

Press [USB] (main unit: [USB/CD]) to select
“USB B”.

2 Press [R, T] to select album.
3 Press [2] or [6] to select the track.
4 Press [EDIT MODE] to select the mode.

TRK DEL Delete a single track.

ALB DEL Delete one album

FORMAT Format the USB device.

ALL DEL Delete all albums in the internal

(maximum 999 tracks).

memory.

5 Press [OK].

The selected item to be deleted is shown.

6 Press [OK].

“SURE? NO” is shown.

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

“WRITING” is shown.
To cancel, select “NO”.

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Sound and illumination effects

Sound effects

1 Press [SOUND] to select the sound effect.
2 Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press

[OK].

BASS –4 to +4

MID

TREBLE

SURROUND “ON SURROUND” or

INPUT LEVEL
(For AUX 2
source)

SUPERWOOFER

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D.BASS SC-AKX58

Preset EQ

Press [PRESET EQ] to select the desired preset EQ
setting.

Illumination effects

By main unit only

You can change the illumination color on this system.

Turn [ILLUMINATION].

To cancel, select “OFF”.

Using the main unit

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

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

“OFF SURROUND” (default)

“NORMAL” (default) or “HIGH”

Note:

Select “NORMAL” if the sound is
distorted during “HIGH” input level.

“SW1”, “SW2”, “SW3” (default) or
“OFF”

Using the main unit

1. Press and hold
[–SUPER WOOFER].

2. Press [2/3] or [5/6] to
select the setting.

“D.BASS ON”, “D.BASS BEAT” or
“D.BASS OFF”

SC-AKX38

“ON D.BASS” or “OFF D.BASS”

Using the main unit

Press [D.BASS].

DJ jukebox

USB MEMORY

You can use DJ jukebox to add cross-fading or sound
effect between songs. You can also use additional
features with the “Panasonic MAX Juke” app (Z see
below).

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “JUKEBOX”.

Or press and hold [–DJ JUKEBOX] on the main unit
until “ON JUKEBOX” is shown. Continue with step 3.

2 Press [Y, U] to select “ON JUKEBOX” and then

press [OK].

3 Press the alphanumeric buttons on the main unit to

select the setting.

[1] Switch on cross-fading. The current

[2] to [6] Switch on sample sound mix. Sample

To cancel, press the button again.

track volume gradually becomes soft,
and the next track volume gradually
becomes loud.

sound is added to the intervals of all
tracks.

█ Change the repeat setting

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE”.
2 Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press

[OK].

RANDOM REPEAT

RND

ALL TITLE REPEAT Repeat all tracks.

Using the main unit

Turn [CONTROL] in the stop mode.

Play all tracks randomly and
repeat all tracks.

█ Cancel the DJ jukebox effect

1 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “JUKEBOX”.
2 Press [Y, U] to select “OFF JUKEBOX” and then

press [OK].

Using the main unit

Press and hold [–DJ JUKEBOX].

“OFF JUKEBOX” is shown.

Note:

DJ jukebox effect is cancelled when you switch off the
system, change to another source or when recording.

Using the “Panasonic MAX Juke” app

You can download and install the free Android™ app
“Panasonic MAX Juke” on Google Play™ for additional
features, such as to request song playback from
multiple devices simultaneously.

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Clock and timers

Setting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
2 Press [R, T] to set the time and then press [OK].

To check the time

Press [CLOCK/TIMER].

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”.

Note:

• The remaining time is always shown on the display. The
display changes temporarily when you perform other
operations.

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

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

Play and record timer

(Except for Bluetooth® source)

You can set the timer 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.

Preparation

Set the clock.

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

“#REC”.

2 Press [R, T] to set the start time.
3 Press [OK].
4 Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.
5 Press [R, T] to select the source you want to play

or record and then press [OK].

6 For record timer, press [R, T] to select “MEMORY”

or “USB B” to keep the recording and then press
[OK].

To start the timer

1 Prepare the audio source.

Play timer Prepare the music source you want

Record timer Connect the USB device to USB B (for

to listen to (disc, USB, internal
memory, radio or external equipment)
and set the volume.

USB recording) and tune to the radio
station or select the external
equipment.

2 Press [PLAY/REC #] to select the setting and then

press [OK].

TIMER OFF Cancel the setting.

#PLAY ON Start the play timer. “#PLAY” is

#REC ON Start the record timer. “#REC” is

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

To check the setting

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

In standby mode, press [CLOCK/TIMER] two times.

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.

shown.

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External equipment

DVD player
(not supplied)

Audio cable
(not supplied)

Rear panel of this main unit

Rear panel of
this main unit

RADIO/

TUNE

MODE

EXT-IN

OPEN/CLOSE

AUX IN 2

Audio cable
(not supplied)

Portable audio
equipment
(not supplied)

Preparation

• Disconnect the AC mains lead.

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

Using the auxiliary input

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

Connect to a portable audio equipment

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.

1 Connect the portable audio equipment.

Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo (not supplied)

2 Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “AUX 2”.
3 Play the portable audio equipment.

1 Connect the external equipment.
2 Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “AUX 1”.
3 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.

Others

Bluetooth® standby

This function automatically switches on the system when
you establish a Bluetooth
device.

1 Press [ , MEMORY] (main unit:

[ /MEMORY, –PAIRING]) to select “BLUETOOTH”.

2 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “STANDBY MODE”.
3 Press [Y, U] to select “ON STANDBY MODE” and

then press [OK].

To cancel, select “OFF STANDBY MODE”.

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connection from a paired

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Trou bleshooting

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 unit does not work.

• The safety device has been activated. Do the following:

1. Press [1] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby

mode. If the unit does not switch to standby mode,
– Press and hold the button for a minimum of

10 seconds. Or,

– Disconnect the AC mains lead and connect it again.

2. Press [1] again to switch on the unit. If the problem

persists, consult your dealer.

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 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
non-standard.

• 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.

█ USB

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

• The format of the USB device or the contents in it 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.

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█ Bluetooth

Pairing cannot be done.

Check the Bluetooth® device condition.

•

• The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Move

the device nearer to the system.

®

The device cannot be connected.

The pairing of the device was unsuccessful. Do pairing

•

again.

• The pairing of the device has been replaced. Do pairing
again.

• This system might be connected to a different device.

Disconnect the other device and try pairing the device
again.

The device is connected but audio cannot be heard
through the system.

For some built-in Bluetooth® devices, you have to set the

•

audio output to “SC-AKX58” or “SC-AKX38” manually.
Read the operating instructions of the device for details.

Sound from the device is interrupted.

•

The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Move
the device nearer to the system.

• Remove any obstacle between the system and the device.

• Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band
(wireless router, microwaves, cordless phones, etc.) are
interfering. Move the device nearer to the system and
distance it from the other devices.

• Select “MODE 1” for stable communication.

█ 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.

•

• Move mobile telephones away from the system if the
interference is apparent.

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When in AM tuner mode, select from “BP1” to “BP4” that
provides the best reception.

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

•

Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.

█ Main unit displays

“ADJUST CLOCK”

The clock is not set. Adjust the clock.

•

“ADJUST TIMER”

The play and/or record timer is not set. Adjust the play

•

and/or record timer.

“AUTO OFF”

The system has not been used for 20 minutes and will

•

switch off within a minute. To cancel, press any button.

“CAN’T REC”
“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.

“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 the disc tray when recording from an AM

source.

“F61”

Examine and correct the speaker cords connection.

•

• Disconnect the USB device. Switch off the system and then

switch on again.

“F70”

Examine the Bluetooth

•

Disconnect the Bluetooth

•

and then switch on again.

“F76”

•

There is a problem with the power supply.

• Disconnect the AC mains lead and consult your dealer.

“F77”

•

Disconnect the AC mains lead and consult your dealer.

“NODEVICE”

The USB device is not connected. Examine the connection.

•

“NO DISC”

You have not put in a disc.

•

“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.

• The system may have a problem. Switch off the system and

then switch on again.

“NO TRACK”

There is no album or track in the USB device or the internal

•

memory.

“PLAYERROR”

You played an unsupported MP3 file. The system will skip

•

that track and play the next one.

“REC ERROR”

You disconnected the USB device while recording.

•

Connect the USB device and do recording again.

“REMOTE 1”
“REMOTE 2”

•

The remote control and the main unit are using different
codes. Change the code of the remote control.
– When “REMOTE 1” is shown, press and hold [OK] and

[1] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

– When “REMOTE 2” is shown, press and hold [OK] and

[2] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

“TEMP NG”

The temperature protection circuit has been activated, and

•

the system will switch off. Let the unit cool down before
switching it on again.

• Check that the ventilation opening of the unit is not
obstructed.

• Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

“USB OVER CURRENT ERROR”

The USB device is using too much power. Disconnect the

•

USB device, switch off the system and then switch on
again.

“VBR–”

The system cannot show the remaining play time for

•

variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.

®

connection.

®

device. Switch off the system

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 1” or “AUX 2”.

█ To set the code to “REMOTE 2”

1 Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit

and [2] on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is
shown.

2 Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of

4seconds.

█ To set the code to “REMOTE 1”

1 Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit

and [1] on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is
shown.

2 Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of

4seconds.

System memory reset

Reset the memory when the following situations occur:

• There is no response when buttons are pressed.

• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.

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

connect the AC mains lead again.

Continue to press and hold the button until
“––––––––” is shown.

3 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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Specifications

█ Amplifier section

RMS output power stereo mode

SC-AKX58

Front Hi 300 W per channel (3 ), 1 kHz, 30% THD
Front Lo 450 W per channel (2 ), 100 Hz, 30% THD

SC-AKX38

Front Ch 275 W per channel (3 ), 1 kHz, 30% THD
Total RMS stereo mode power

SC-AKX58 1500 W (30% THD)
SC-AKX38 550 W (30% THD)

█ Tuner, terminals section

Preset memory FM 30 stations

Frequency modulation (FM)

Frequency range

Antenna terminals 75  (unbalanced)

Amplitude modulation (AM)

Frequency range 522 kHz to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)

AUX 1

Audio input Pin jack (1 system)

AUX 2

Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 k

87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz step)

520 kHz to 1630 kHz (10 kHz step)

AM 15 stations

█ Disc section

Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)

Pick up

Wavelength 790 nm (CD)

MPEG-1 Layer 3

CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 )

█ USB section

USB port

USB standard USB 2.0 full speed
Media file format support MP3 (*.mp3)
USB device file system FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
USB port power 500 mA (max)

USB recording

Bit rate 128 kbps
USB recording speed 1x, 3x (CD only)
Recording file format MP3 (*.mp3)

█ Internal memory section

Memory

Memory size 2 GB
Media file format support MP3 (*.mp3)

Memory recording

Bit rate 128 kbps

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Recording file format MP3 (*.mp3)

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█ Bluetooth

Version Bluetooth® Ver. 2.1 + EDR

Class Class 2

Supported profiles A2DP, AVRCP, SPP

Operating frequency 2.4 GHz band, FH-SS

Operation distance 10 m line of sight

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section

█ Speaker section

SB-AKX78

Speaker unit(s)

Super Woofer 20 cm cone type
Woofer 8 cm cone type
Tweeter 6 cm cone type

Impedance High 3  / Low 2 

Dimensions (W x H x D) 300 mm x 401 mm x 292 mm

Mass 6.1 kg

SB-AKX38

Speaker unit(s)

Woofer 20 cm cone type
Tweeter 6 cm cone type

Impedance 3 

Dimensions (W x H x D) 250 mm x 429 mm x 226 mm

Mass 4 kg

█ General

Power supply AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption

SC-AKX58 115 W
SC-AKX38 81 W

Dimensions (W x H x D)

SC-AKX58 230 mm x 335 mm x 252 mm
SC-AKX38 230 mm x 335 mm x 243 mm

Mass

SC-AKX58 3.5 kg
SC-AKX38 2.9 kg

Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C

Operating humidity range

Power consumption in standby mode

SC-AKX58

SC-AKX38

Power consumption in standby mode

(With Bluetooth
“ON STANDBY MODE”)

Note:

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

• Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital
spectrum analyzer.

35% to 80% RH (no condensation)

0.4 W (approximate)

0.5 W (approximate)

®

“STANDBY MODE” set to

0.6 W (approximate)

Limited Warranty (Australia)

Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited

ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187

1 Innovation Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113

PRO-031-F11 Issue: 4.0 01-01-2011

If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries, please visit the

Panasonic Australia website www.panasonic.com.au or contact by phone on 132 600

If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.

THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE)

SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES

Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia, however,
coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product, please telephone
our Customer Care Centre on 132600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator.

In addition to your rights under this warranty, Panasonic products come with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. If there is a major failure with the product, you can reject the product and elect to have a refund or to have
the product replaced or if you wish you may elect to keep the goods and be compensated for the drop in value of the goods. You are
also entitled to have the product repaired or replaced if the product fails to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to
a major failure.

If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable period by
contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair
or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.

The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its
Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of
Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period.

This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia or its Authorised
Distributors or Dealers and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or it's territories. Warranty cover only
applies to service carried out by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase is presented when
warranty service is requested.

This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations (as
noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of Panasonic). The warranty covers
normal domestic use only and does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect
installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply problems,
thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including unauthorised
alterations), introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental
use of the product, exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions or any foreign object or matter having entered the product.

This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:
(a) Cabinet Part(s) (e) DVD, Blu-ray or Recordable Discs
(b) Video or Audio Tapes (

f

) Video / Audio Heads from wear and tear in normal use
(c) SD cards or USB devices (g) Information stored on Hard Disk Drive, USB stick or SD card
(d) User replaceable Batteries (h) DTV reception issues caused by TV Aerial / Cabling / Wall socket(s) etc

Some products may be supplied with Ethernet connection hardware. The warranty is limited on such products and will not cover
(a) Internet and or DLNA connection / setup related problems
(b) Access fees and or charges incurred for internet connection
(c) The use of incompatible software or software not specifically stipulated in the product operations manual; and
(d) Any indirect or consequential costs associated with the incorrect use or misuse of the hardware, its connection to the internet or
any other device.

To claim warranty service, when required, you should:

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Locator for the name/address of the nearest Authorised Service Centre.

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purchase date. Please note that freight and insurance to and / or from your nearest Authorised Service Centre must be
arranged by you.

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the normal operating areas of the nearest Authorised Service Centres:

- Plasma/LCD televisions / displays (screen size greater than 103 cm)

The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-installation or
re-installation of a product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other
ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or replacement of and
do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or related to such installation,
de-installation, re-installation or transit.

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For the United Kingdom and Ireland

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this
product is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to
our R&TTE products from our DoC Server:
http://www.doc.panasonic.de
Contact to Authorised Representative: Panasonic
Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre,
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

This product is intended for general consumer.
(Category 3)

Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
Only for European Union and countries with
recycling systems

These symbols on the products, packaging,
and/or accompanying documents mean that
used electrical and electronic products and
batteries must 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.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help
to save valuable resources and prevent any
potential negative effects on human health
and the environment.
For more information about collection and
recycling, please contact your local
municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol):

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 involved.

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation
Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Importer for Europe:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://panasonic.net

© Panasonic Corporation 2014

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