Panasonic SC-EN26, SC-EN27 User Manual

Dear Customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-EN27

SC-EN26

SC-EN25

These instructions are applicable to the following systems.

System	SC-EN25	SC-EN26	SC-EN27
Main unit	SA-EN25	SA-EN26	SA-EN27
Speakers	SB-EN25	SB-EN26	SB-EN25

SC-EN27 is used in

the illustrations unless otherwise mentioned.

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about any of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 8 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Limited Warranty” on page 8 if you reside in Canada.

		• The disc isn’t correctly set.
	No play.	• The disc is scratched or dirty. (Tracks skipped.)
		• There is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an
		hour and then try again.
		• You may not be able to play MP3 if you have copied
		a multi-session disc that has no data between
	MP3 cannot be read.	sessions.
		• When creating a multi session disc, it is necessary
	(SC-EN27)
		to close the session.
		• The amount of data on the disc is too small. Set the
		amount of data to greater than approximately 5 MB.
	Sound is unfixed,	• Check the speaker connections. (	page 2)
	reversed or comes
	from one speaker only.
		• Noise may occur when playing MP3 if recording
		quality is poor.(SC-EN27)
		• Keep this unit away from mobile telephones.
	No sound or there is a	• Turn the volume up.
		• Switch the unit off, determine and correct the cause,
	lot of noise.
		then switch the unit on. Causes include shorting of
		the positive and negative speaker wires, straining of
		the speakers through excessive volume or power,
		and using the unit in a hot environment.
	Humming heard during	• An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near
		the cords. Keep other appliances and cords away
	play.
		from this unit’s cords.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use.

If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

A beat sound is heard

while receiving a radio • Switch the TV off or separate it from the unit. broadcast.

	A low hum or noise is	• Keep the antenna away from other cables and
	heard during AM	cords.
	broadcasts.	• Keep the AM antenna away from the unit.
	The picture on the	• The location and orientation of the antenna are
		incorrect.
	television near the set
		• The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit.
	disappears or stripes
		Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the
	appear on the screen.
		unit.
	Remote control	• Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. (
		page 2)
	doesn’t work.
		• Replace the batteries if they are worn.

Display

•You plugged the AC power supply cord in for the first time or there was a power failure recently. Set the

	– –:– –	time. (	page 5)
		• The total programmed play time is more than 200
		minutes.
		Tracks can still be programmed and played.
	FULL	• The number of programmed tracks is limited to 24.
		No further tracks can be programmed.
		• A CD-ROM disc that is not CD-DA or MP3 format is
	NO/MP3	inserted.
		It cannot be played.
	ERROR	• Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions
		and try again.
	F76	• There is a power supply problem. Consult the
		dealer.

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Supplied accessories

Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(As of December 2005)

In U.S.A. to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 8.

1 Remote control		2 Batteries
(N2QAGB000037)	SC-EN25/SC-EN26
(N2QAGB000038)	SC-EN27
1 AC power supply cord		1 FM/AM antenna
(RJA0065-1D)		(N1DADYY00003)

Note

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

Maintenance

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

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

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

The remote control

Batteries	1	4	3	• Insert so the poles (+ and –)
		2		match those in the remote
				control.
				• Do not use rechargeable type

batteries.

(R6, AA)

Use

Remote control signal sensor

•Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

•Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

Care of the CD lens

•Clean the lens regularly to prevent malfunctions. Use a blower to remove dust and a cotton swab if it is extremely dirty.

Recommended product: Lens cleaner kit (part no. SZZP1038C).

•Do not use the lens cleaner of the CD type.

Placement of speakers

Place this unit in an area with more than 240 mm (9 7/16″) of vertical space.

The CD lid may become damaged if it cannot open completely.

Placement of speakers

Left and right speakers are exactly the same.

Note

•Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32″) away from the system for proper ventilation.

•These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

•To avoid damage to the speakers, do not touch the speaker cones if you have taken the nets off.

Caution

•Use the speakers only with the recommended system. Failure to do so may lead to damage to

the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of

fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

•Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

Connections

1 Speakers

Before connecting, twist off the tip.

Copper (+)

			Silver (–)
	Red		Silver (–)
		L	Copper (+)
	Black
		2
	Black
	Red	R
		1

2 FM/AM antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base.

Taped part

FM antenna

AM antenna

Unplug the antenna connector by holding the taped part.

3 AC power supply cord

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all other connections have been made.

To household AC outlet

Conserving power

The unit consumes 2.0 W even when it is turned off with [POWER8]. To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.

Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items before using the unit again.

Note

If the unit is left unplugged for longer than approximately two weeks, all settings will revert to the factory settings.

Portable audio equipment

(Cords and equipment not included.)

Portable audio player

Plug type:

Use

3.5 mm (1/8″ )

stereo

Remote control

Start Playback from the

MUSIC PORT

Select

Portable audio source.

“MUSIC P”

Note

•Adjust the volume and sound quality of this unit and the other equipment.

•For details, refer to the instruction manual of the other equipment.

PHONES

SPEAKERS(6 )

L

R

FM/AMANT

HAUT-PARLEURS

	AC IN
Headphones	Reduce the volume before connection.
(Not included)	Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8″ ) stereo
	Note
	Avoid listening for prolonged periods of
	time to prevent hearing damage.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

2

CD operations

1 Set the CD in place.

Main unit	Remote control
	OPEN/
	CLOSE

The unit comes on and the CD lid opens.

Label must face outward.

Note

•Be sure to press the [OPEN/CLOSE] button to open and close the CD lid.

•Damage may occur if the lid is forced closed.

2 Start play.

			Elapsed playing time of track
Main unit		Remote control
			Track number

CD q/h

Note

If the CD is already in the unit, the unit comes on and play begins.

(One touch play)

Press until you hear it click into place.
Press [;] again to close.
Keep fingers away from the CD lid when it is closing to avoid possible minor injury.
To turn on
the unit
	To adjust the volume
	0	50
	(Minimum)	(Maximum)
To skip/	To stop play
search

Stop

Number of tracks

Repeat play/

Total play time

random play

Main unit

Remote control

1-&: One track

g

Number of albums

repeat

Number of tracks

& : All track

MP3

ALBUM

TRACK MP3

repeat

RND : Random

(SC-EN27)

play

Pause

Main unit

Remote control

			1
	DISPLAY	OPEN/
		CLOSE
SLEEP			Input using the
1	2	3	numbered buttons
CLOCK/
TIMER ADJ			To select a 2-digit number
4	5	6
TIMER			e.g. 16: [ 10] → [1] → [6]
SET/CHECK
7	8	9	To select a 3-digit number
PGM/CLEAR			e.g. 226:
	0	=>10
-AUTO PRESET			[ 10] → [ 10]
MUSIC PORT			→ [2] → [2] → [6]
TUNER/		CD	2
BAND
VOL		VOL	To adjust the volume
SOUND	LIVE	PLAY
EQ	VIRTUALIZER MODE
ALBUM

	• Each time you press the button:
	1-& → & →	RND
Select the		(While stopped)
play mode	No display (Canceled)

Note

•During random play, you cannot skip to the previous track.

•You cannot select “RND” while playing MP3. (SC-EN27)

•You cannot use random play and program play at the same time.

CD q/h

Press again to resume play.

Skip/	Main unit	Remote control
Search

Press to skip/

Press and hold to search

Note

•You can search during play or while paused.

•You cannot search through MP3 files. (SC-EN27)

•You can only search within the current track during program play, one track repeat, and random play.

Direct access play

	Play starts	Select the desired track
	with the track
	you select.

Refer to page 6 regarding MP3 play. (SC-EN27 only)

Program play

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

Press while		Start play
stopped		Select tracks
PGM	(Maximum 24 tracks)
		Track number
		Sequence number
		Track number
(CD only)		Total play time

• Erase a program

(While stopped)

Note

Program contents are stored in the unit’s memory even after changing to a different function or turning the unit off. All program contents are erased by pressing [PGM/CLEAR] or by opening the CD lid.

•Confirm a programmed track (While stopped)

• Add a program track

(While stopped)

	Select the track
Note	you want to add

•You cannot use random play and program play at the same time.

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