Panasonic SC-CH60 User Manual
Panasonic
Mini Changer System
Operating Instructions
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SC-CH60
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely.
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Thank you for purchasing this system.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefuily.
Table of Contents
Before Use
Suggestions tor Safety............................................
Preparations........................................................... 4
stacking the components ................................................................... 4
Supplied accessories ......................................................................... 5
Connections ....................................................................................... 0
Front Panei Controis and Functions
Compact disc changer section ........................................................... 3
Tuner section .....................................................................................10
Amplifier section
Cassette deck section
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Remote Control Unit Controls and
Functions
Common operation controls
Tuner controls...................................................................................14
Compact disc controls
Concerning the Remote Control
Battery installation............................................................................16
Use of batteries
Operation notes................................................................................16
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Basic Operations
Basic Operating Procedure
How to mute the volume...................................................................17
How to use headphones...................................................................17
Setting the Time of Day
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Tape Deck Operations
Listening to Tapes
To play back prerecorded cassettes
To fast forward or rewind the tape
To cue or review the tape
Series playback ................................................................................ 35
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Recording Operations
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Making a Recording
To record from the desired source
Tape-to-tape recording from deck 2 to deck 1 .................................38
Edlt>Recordlng from Compact Discs
Sequential CD recording (ALBUM)
Fit editing (J.FIT) .............................................................................. 42
Program recording from two or three discs
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Tone Quality Operations
Changing the Tone Quality.......................................44
Using the graphic equalizer control ................................................ 44
To listen with augmented bass (super bass effect) ........................ 45
Timer Operations
Radio Operations
Listening to Radio Broadcasts................................ 19
Manual tuner operation.....................................................................19
Automatic tuner operation only for FM
Memory presetting ............................................................................21
Memory tuner operation
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Compact Disc Operations
Listening to Compact Discs.....................................24
Sequential play.................................................................................24
Direct access play
Program play
Random play.....................................................................................29
Special features
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Using the Timer
Setting the timer play........................................................................46
Setting the timer recording
To use the sleep timer......................................................................50
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External Unit Operations
Using an External Unit
To enjoy an external source
Reference
Care & Use
Concerning Cassette Tapes.............................................................53
Concerning Compact Discs .............................................................54
Maintenance................................................................................... 55
Troubleshooting Guide
Technical Specifications
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Suggestions for Safety
■ Use a standard AC wall outlet
1. Use from an AC power source of high voltage, such as that
used for an air conditioner, Is very dangerous.
A fire might be caused by such a connection.
2. A DC power source cannot be used.
Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially on a ship
or other place where DC is used.
■ Grasp the plug when disconnecting the power supply cord
1. Wet hands are dangerous.
A dangerous electric shock may result if the plug is touched by
wet hands.
2. Never place heavy items on top of the power supply cord,
nor force it to bend sharply.
■ Place the unit where it will be well ventilated
Place this unit at least 10 cm (4") away from wall surfaces, etc.
Be careful that curtains and similar materials do not obstruct the
ventilation holes.
■ Avoid places such as the following:
In direct sunlight or in other places where the temperature is
high.
In places where there is excessive vibration or humidity.
Such conditions might damage the cabinet and/or other component
parts and thereby shorten the unit’s service life.
■ Be sure to place the unit on a flat, level surface
If the surface is inciined, a malfunction may result.
■ Never attempt to repair nor reconstruct this unit
A serious electric shock might occur if this unit is repaired, disassem
bled or reconstructed by unauthorized persons, or if the internal parts
are accidentally touched.
■ Take particular care if children are present
Never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this
unit. A serious electric shock or malfunction could occur if articles
such as coins, needles, screwdrivers, etc. are inserted through the
ventilation holes, etc. of this unit.
■ If water is spilled on the unit
Be extremely careful if water is spilled on the unit, because a fire or
serious electric shock might occur. Immediately disconnect the
power cord plug, and consult with your dealer.
■ Avoid spray-type insecticides
Insecticides might cause cracks or “cloudiness" in the cabinet and
plastic parts of this unit. The gas used in such sprays might, more
over, be ignited suddenly.
■ Never use alcohol or paint thinner
These and similar chemicals should never be used, because they
might cause flaking or cloudiness of the cabinet finish.
■ Disconnect the power supply cord if the unit will not be used for a long time
If the unit is left for a long time with the power ON, this not only will
shorten its useful operation life, but also may cause other trouble.
a If trouble occurs
If, during operation, the sound is interrupted or indicators no longer
illuminate, or if an abnormal odour or smoke is detected, immediately
disconnect the power cord plug, and contact with your dealer or an
Authorized Service Center.
CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM
ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI
FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR
SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
THIS MUSIC SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF RECEIVING
THE NEW AM STEREO BROADCASTS FROM THE
AM BAND RADIO STATIONS. HOWEVER LIKE
MANY MUSIC SYSTEM CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
ON THE MARKET IT WILL REPRODUCE THIS AM
STEREO SIGNAL ONLY IN AM MONO, WHICH, IN
EFFECT, IS OF NO LESSER QUALITY THAN YOUR
EXISTING AM MONO MUSIC SYSTEM.
Comp«ict disc changer
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Preparations
These operating Instructions are appiicable to the foiiowing system.
System
SC-CH60 SA-CH60
Compact Audio System
Stacking the components
Install the components as shown below.
Left speaker
(SB-CH60)
Compact Disc Changer
SL-DH66
Right speaker
(SB-CH60)
Speakers
SB-CH60
Supplied accessories
Check the packing carton for these accessories.
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□ AC power supply cord
d! Remote control transmitter...........................................................1 pc. CH AM loop antenna......................................................................................1 pc.
Q Remote control batteries
UM-4, AAA, R03
............................................................... 1 pc. □ FM indoor antenna.........................................................................................1 pc.
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2 pcs.
Antenna holder .........................................................................i pc.
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Flat cable
1 pc. □ Mounting screws .....................................................................................2 pcs.
Preparations
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Connections
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1 Connect the Included flat cable to connectors
A, B.
Connecting
Hold the connector with the recessed part up and press in at the
center until you hear a click.
Disconnecting
Do not try connecting or disconnecting the flat cable
while the power is switched to ON.
2 Connect the included FM Indoor antenna.
Tack or adhere the antenna on the wall at a height and in a
direction which result in the best reception. The tip of the internal
antenna wire should not come into contact with any metal object.
Connecting the FM Indoor antenna
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FM ANT (75iH
For best reception and sound quality, use an
FM outdoor antenna (not included).
If you use an FM outdoor antenna, disconnect the indoor an
tenna.
You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a
mountainous region or inside a reinforced-concrete building, etc.
An outdoor antenna should be installed by a competent techni
cian only.
Connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable
3 Connect the included AM loop antenna.
Connect an external unit, such as audio tape
deck (for playback only) or output terminals of
a VCR or TV (not included).
Connecting external unit
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Connect the right (R) and left (L) speaker
cables.
Match the two wires from the left and right speaker cables with
the same colored levers of the speaker terminals, then insert the
wires into the respective terminals.
Connection of speaker cables
1. strip off the outer
covering, and twist the
center conductor.
Make sure the bare ends of the wires are not unraveled.
(If they are, twist them tight again.)
Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM antenna terminal.
You may attach the AM antenna holder to the rear panel of the
system or to a rack or other structure.
Clamp the antenna to the holder and position the loop for the
best reception.
To minimize noise pickup, keep the loop antenna away from the
speaker cable, power cord, flat cable, and metal surfaces.
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna (not included)
You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a
mountainous region or inside a reinforced-concrete building, etc.
Run vinyl-covered wire of 5-12 m horizontally along the window
or some other convenient location.
5-12m
2. Insert the wire to the
rear panel of the main
unit, and then close
the lever.
Notes;
Connect speaker cables before connecting the AC power
supply.
Be sure to connect only positive (red) wires to positive (+)
terminals and negative (black) wires to negative (-) terminals'.
To prevent damage to circuitry, never short-circuit positive (-(-)
and negative (-) speaker wires.
Connect the AC power supply cord after you
have connected all other cables and cords.
Press the MAIN POWER switch to ON position.
The primary circuit is always “live" as long as this switch is set
to ON position.
AM EXT ANT
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
Note;
If you don’t plan to use the system for a long time, press the
MAIN POWER switch to OFF position or disconnect the AC
power supply cord.
Front Panel Controls and Functions
The functions indicated by the numbers with black background (for
example O) can also be activated from the remote control transmit
ter. (See pages 14-15.)
Compact disc changer section
© Disc trays (1-3)
You can load up to three discs; one disc per one tray.
© Loading drawer
You can load and unload discs when this drawer is open,
0 Stop button (■)
Press to stop the disc play.
O Piay button (^)
Press to start disc play.
0 Loading drawer open/close button
{A OPEN/CLOSE)
Press to open or close the loading drawer.
If you press this button while the play indicator is lit, the drawer
will open to half position.
0 Pause button (I I PAUSE)
Press to stop the disc play temporarily.
® Fit edit button (J.FIT)
Press to activate the fit edit mode of the edit-recording.
© Album edit button (ALBUM)
Press to activate the album edit mode of the edit-recording.
0 Random piay button (RANDOM)
Press to play the disc’s ^acks in random order.
0 Repeat button (REPEAT)
Press to activate the repeat mode.
0 Disc buttons (Disc 1 -3)
Press to select the desired disc.
@ Display button (DISPLAY)
Press to change the display.
© Search buttons (^ )
Press to hear disc sound at high speed while searching in the
play mode.
<D Skip buttons (• ^>1)
Press to move forward or backward through the tracks on a disc.
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Display
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@ Matrix display
Shows the total number of tracks on a disc, and the current
playing track to flash and the tracks edited on side A and B.
® Total track indicator (TOTAL)
Lights to show the total number of tracks edited on side A and B
when you use the edit-recording Kjnction of compact disc.
© Tape side indicator (A, B)
Shows which side of the cassette tape (A or B) wiii be recorded
on when you use the edit-recording function of compact disc.
® Disc indicators
Flashes to show which disc is in play.
@ Multi-dispiay
Shows the total playing time on the disc, elapsed play time of the
current track, the number of tracks, current playing or recording
track number, the number of programmed tracks and disc
number.
@ Random piay indicator (RANDOM)
Lights during the random play mode of the compact disc.
® Peak search indicator (PEAK SEARCH)
In the edit-recording mode, lights when the compact disc
changer is automatically scanning the peak level on a disc.
@ Pause indicator (II)
Lights when you press the pause button to stop the disc play
temporarily.
Play indicator (>)
Lights when compact disc is in play.
Over indicator (^)
Lights if there are 16 or more tracks on the disc.
® Program cancel indicator (CANCEL)
Lights when you cancel the programmed tracks.
@ Program indicator (PROGRAM)
Lights during the program play mode of compact disc.
@ Repeat play Indicator (CD)
Lights during the repeat play mode of the compact disc.
® Edit mode indicators (J.FIT, ALBUM)
J.FIT: Lights when you activate the fit edit mode.
ALBUM: Lights when you activate the sequential CD recording
edit mode.
Front Panel Controls and Functions
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Tuner section
0 Sleep timer button (SLEEP)
Press when you want the system to turn itself oft.
® Timer on button (ON TIMER)
Use for timer play or recording (when you want to set the system
to operate automatically at a preset time).
0 Band select button (BAND)
Press to select the AM or FM radio band.
® Preset tuning buttons (▼ PRESET TUNING A)
Press to program broadcast frequencies into the unit’s memory,
and also to recall the programmed stations.
@ Time adjustment button (TIME ADJUST)
Use to adjust the clock.
Manual tuning/time set buttons
(MANUAL TUNING -/TIME+)
Press to tune to the desired station or set the time.
® FM mode/beat proof button (FM MODE/BP)
Press to select the FM listeni ng mode (stereo or monaural)
during FM broadcasts or to reduce the unwanted beat signals
(whistle) during recording of an AM broadcast.
@ Memory/tape length button
(MEMORY/TAPE LENGTH)
Press to program a broadcasting station or to set the tape length
when edit-recording.
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® Quartz lock Indicator (QUARTZ LOCK)
Lights when a broadcast station is tuned in precisely.
® Deck indicators (DECK 1, DECK 2)
Light while the power is switched ON.
® Tape travel indicators (^)
Lights when the tape travels.
® High speed edit Indicator (EDIT Hi)
Lights when the high speed editing is selected.
® Recording indicator (REC)
Lights when the system is recording.
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© Muting indicator (MUTING)
Lights when you activate the muting mode.
© FM stereo indicator (STEREO)
Lights when you receive an FM stereo broadcast. It will not light
if you are using the FM mode/beat proof button to select monau
ral mode.
© Band indicator (FM, AM)
Lights to show which band was selected.
© Alpha-numeric display
Shows the selected source, present time, received frequencies,
volume level, etc.
© Timer indicator (TIMER. TIMER ON)
"TIMER” lights during the timer setting.
“TIMER ON" lights when the timer play or timer recording is
activated.
© Sleep timer indicator (SLEEP)
Lights when you press the sleep timer button.
© Super bass indicator (S.BASS)
Lights when you activate the super bass mode.
® Memory scan indicator (M.SCAN)
Lights when the memory scanning function is used.
© Channel display
Lights to show the preset channel number selected after press
ing the preset tuning button.
@ Memory indicator (MEMORY)
Lights when the memory button is pressed.
© Volume level indicator (VOLUME)
Shows the volume level.
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Front Panel Controls and Functions
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Amplifier section
Power “STANDBY c!)/ON” switch (POWER, STANDBY c!)/ON)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a smalt amount of
power.
® Super bass button (SUPER BASS)
Press to boost the low-frequency ranges.
® Equaiizer controls
(GRAPHIC EQUALIZER)
Use to adjust the equalization level.
These controls are for compensation of tonal quality. By sliding
the controls at each of the indicated frequencies in the "+"
direction, the tonal quality is increased, and by sliding them in
the direction, the tonal quality is decreased.
® Volume level control (VOLUME)
Turn to adjust the volume level.
When turning the control, the alpha-numeric display shows the
volume level.
Note that — dB is the lowest volume setting and 0 dB is the
highest.
® Headphones Jack (PHONES)
Plug headphones cord into this jack.
(g) Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR)
Receives the signals from the remote control.
(^ Input select buttons (TAPE, AUX, CD, TUNER)
Press to select the sound source.
@) Tape-to-tape recording speed selector
(EDITING SPEED)
Press to select the recording speed when a tape-to-tape record
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Cassette deck section
® Cassette holders @ Record button (RECORD)
Press to make a recording (tape deck 1 only).
@ Playback buttons (P> PLAY)
Press to play back a tape.
Rewind/review buttons (^^/REV)
Press to rewind the tape.
Press and hold during playback to review the contents at high
speed.
Fast forward/cue buttons (P^P'/CUE)
Press to advance the tape.
Press and hold during playback to cue the contents at high
@ Stop/eject buttons (■ STOP/a EJECT)
Press to open the cassette holder, or to stop the tape.
(|^ Pause buttons (II PAUSE)
Press to temporarily stop the tape playback or recording (deck 1
only).
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Remote Control Unit Controls and
Functions
Common operation controls (Figure 1)
The functions of buttons ® and ® are identical to those
described under “Tuner section” on page 10 and “Amplifier section"
on page 12.
@ CD input select button (CD)
Press to select the CD source.
@ AUX Input select button (AUX)
@ Muting button (MUTING)
@ Tape input select button (TAPE)
Tuner controls (Figure 2) —
@ Tuner input /band select button (TUNER/BAND)
Use to select tuner source and desired band (FM or AM).
@ Preset-tuning buttons
Use to tune to broadcast stations which have been preset in the
unit’s memory.
Press to select the external source.
Press to temporarily mute the volume level.
Press to select the tape source.
Compact disc controls (Figure 3)
The functions of buttons 0, O, 0, ©, 0,0 and 0 are identical to
those described under “Compact disc changer section" on page 8.
® Disc button (DISC)
Press this button before selecting the disc number
(DISC 1-DISC 3) on the numeric buttons.
@ Numeric buttons
Use to select one track on a compact disc or when selecting
which disc (1 -3) you want to play.
@ Program button (CD PROGRAM)
Press to activate the program play mode. You can then enter
specific tracks using the numeric buttons.
Cancel button (CANCEL)
Press to cancel the programmed track.
Concerning the Remote Control
Battery installation
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1 Open the cover.
Press gently and slide the cover out,
2 Insert the batteries Included with this system.
When you need to replace these batteries, use two UM-4
‘'AAA", lEC R03 (1.5 V) or equivalent batteries.
Use of batteries
Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types
(carbon and alkaline, etc,).
The average battery life is about one year. Although the battery life
varies depending on how often the device is used, you should gener
ally replace the batteries about once a year.
Replace the batteries if commands from the remote control transmit
ter do not operate the unit even when the transmitter is held close to
the front panel.
Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt to
disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited.
If you will not be using the remote control for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dark place.
Be sure that you insert the batteries so that their positive (+) and
negative (-) polarities match the polarities indicated in the
compartment. Batteries installed incorrectly may leak and cause
damage.
Refer to “Use of batteries" for additional information.
3 Close the cover.
If a battery leaks, remove all batteries and dispose of them properly.
Thoroughly clean the battery compartment before inserting new bat
teries.
If the leaking electrolyte comes into contact with skin or clothes, flush
with water immediately.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Do not use rechargeable-type (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or carbon batteries.
Always remove old, weak, or worn-out batteries promptly and dispose
of them properly.
Do not dispose of used batteries in household rubbish.
Operation notes
Aim the remote control transmission window toward the amplifier’s
sensor. Avoid any obstacles.
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Amplifier
30”
30'
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(23 feet)
Use the remote control within a 60-degree angle of the amplifier.
The maximum distance is within 7 meters (23 feet) directly facing
toward the amplifier.
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Amplifier
Avoid dust.
Be sure the transmission window and the amplifier's sensor are free
from dust. Excessive dust might prevent reception.
If direct sunlight or other strong light source strikes the remote control
signal sensor part of the amplifier, it may impair the remote control's
operation, if there is a problem, move the amplifier away from the
light source.
If this system is installed in a rack with glass doors, the glass doors'
thickness or color might make it necessary to use the remote-control
transmitter at a shorter distance from the system.
Basic Operating Procedure
1 Press POWER STANDBY
the power.
CD
/ON to switch on
2 Select the sound source by pressing TAPE, CD
or TUNER.
The display panel will show which source has been selected.
How to mute the volume
Press MUTING on the remote control.
MUTING
The muting indicator appears on the display.
This lowers the volume level by 20 dB (approximately Vio).
How to use headphones
Reduce the volume level.
Connect the headphones to the headphones Jack.
When you connect the headphones, the speakers will automatically
be cut off.
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3 Start the sound source. 4 Adjust the volume level.
Note:
Before you set the system to the standby mode, be sure to reduce the
volume level to prevent the extremely high output from the amplifier
from damaging the speakers.
To cancel, press MUTING again or reduce the volume level to the
minimum position and then reset to the desired volume.
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing
damage.
Plug type: Stereo mini
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Setting the Time of Day
These instructions explain how to set the time for 18:20.
Switch on the power.
appears on the display.
TIME +; To advance the time
TIME —: To reverse the time
Press TIME ADJUST.
The hour will stop flashing and then minute will begin to Rash.
4 Press TIME + or TIME - until the correct min
ute appears on the display.
Going from 59 to 00 on the minute display will not change the
The clock will be reset to "0” seconds.
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