PANASONIC SC-HC4 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.

Operations in these instructions are described using remote control, but you can do the operations with the main unit if the controls are the same.

Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.

Operating Instructions Instrucciones de funcionamiento

Compact Stereo System Sistema estéreo compacto

Model No./Nº de Modelo SC-HC4

Estimado cliente

Muchísimas gracias por haber adquirido este aparato.

Antes de conectar, utilizar o ajustar este producto, lea con detenimiento estas instrucciones.

Guarde este manual para consultarlo en el futuro.

Las operaciones de estas instrucciones se describen principalmente usando el mando a distancia, pero puede realizar las mismas operaciones en la unidad principal si los controles son los mismos.

Es posible que su unidad no se parezca exactamente a la que se muestra.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000429)

1 AM loop antenna

1 FM indoor antenna

2 Batteries

1 AC mains lead

For Continental Europe For Southeast Asia

(K2CQ2CA00007) (K2CQ2CA00007) (K2CP2CA00001)* * For Thailand only

Note

•The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

•Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.

Accesorios suministrados

Marque e identifique los accesorios suministrados.

1 Mando a distancia

(N2QAYB000429)

1 Antena de cuadro de AM

1 Antena interior de FM

2 Pilas

1 Cable de alimentación de CA

Nota

•El cable de alimentación de CA suministrado está diseñado para su uso con esta unidad solamente. No lo utilice con ningún otro equipo.

•No utilice con esta unidad el cable de alimentación de CA de ningún otro equipo.

EP GA

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Table of contents

		Supplied accessories	Cover
		Safety precautions	2
	ENGLISH	Connections	4
		Preparing the remote control	5
		Demo function	5
		Control guide	6
		Disc operations	8
		Radio operations	9
		RDS broadcasts	10
		Timer	10
		Sound adjustment	11
		External unit	12
		Troubleshooting guide	14
		Specifications	15
		Maintenance	15

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Safety precautions

Placement

conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.

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

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

unit and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when

AC mains lead protection

damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

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

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

Foreign matter

electric shock or malfunction.

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

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

Service

problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

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

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

•DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

•DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

•DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

•DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

•DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

•USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

•DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible.

The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptable.

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.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

For Continental Europe

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

For Southeast Asia

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

EU

Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)

Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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				Inside of product
	Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old
	Equipment and used Batteries
			These symbols on the products, packaging, and/
			or accompanying documents mean that used
			electrical and electronic products and batteries
			should not be mixed with general household
			waste.
			For proper treatment, recovery and recycling
			of old products and used batteries, please
			take them to applicable collection points, in
			accordance with your national legislation and
			the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
			By disposing of these products and batteries
			correctly, you will help to save valuable
			resources and prevent any potential negative
			effects on human health and the environment
			which could otherwise arise from inappropriate
			waste handling.
			For more information about collection and
			recycling of old products and batteries, please
			contact your local municipality, your waste
			disposal service or the point of sale where you
			purchased the items.
			Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
			disposal of this waste, in accordance with
			national legislation.
			For business users in the European Union
			If you wish to discard electrical and electronic
			equipment, please contact your dealer or
			supplier for further information.
			[Information on Disposal in other Countries
			outside the European Union]
			These symbols are only valid in the European
			Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
			contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
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			Note for the battery symbol (bottom two
			symbol examples):
			This symbol might be used in combination with
			a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with
			the requirement set by the Directive for the		3
			chemical involved.		3

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Connections

Portable audio equipment (Cords and equipment not included)

MAIN UNIT

	Plug type:	Start playback from the
	Ø3.5 mm stereo
		portable audio source.

Portable audio player

Note

•Adjust the volume and sound quality of this unit and the other equipment. Reduce the level of input signal (for example, by switching off the equalizer or reducing the volume) of the other equipment before connection. High levels of input signal will distort the sound.

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

AUX

75Ω	LOOP EXT	LOOP ANT
FM ANT	AM ANT	GROUND

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connect the headphones. Plug type: Ø3.5 mm stereo.

Note

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

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

1 Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Adhesive tape

FM indoor antenna

	75	Ω	T
	FM AN

Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position with the least amount of interference.

2 Connect the AM loop antenna.

1AM indoor antenna

	2	3
		Use a Phillips-head
		screwdriver, etc.
	Black
	White
	Red	Stand the antenna
		up on its base.

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		Keep the loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords.
		Do not screw too tightly. Otherwise, the screwdriver goes around

4in circle and cannot be fixed.

3 Connect the AC mains lead.

Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete.

To household AC mains socket

Note

To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC mains socket. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

Insertion of connector

Appliance inlet	Connector

Approx. 6 mm

Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on the type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut out as shown in the drawing. However there is no problem using the unit.

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Connections (continued)

Optional antenna connections

FM outdoor antenna

FM outdoor antenna (not included)

AM outdoor antenna
		AM outdoor antenna
		(not included)
	1	5 to 12 m
2	3

AM loop antenna 75 Ω coaxial cable (included)

(not included)

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•Never use an outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.

•You can connect the FM outdoor antenna for better reception. Please consult your dealer for installation.

•Disconnect the FM indoor antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is installed.

•Connect the AM outdoor antenna without removing the AM loop antenna. Run 5 to 12 m of vinyl-covered wire horizontally along a window or other convenient location.

Preparing the remote control

		R6/LR6, AA
	Place this side in before the other side	Remote control
		signal sensor

■ Batteries

•Use a manganese dry battery or an alkaline dry battery.

•Insert so the poles (+ and – ) match those in the remote control.

•Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time.

•Store in a cool, dark place.

•Do not heat or expose to flame.

•Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

•Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fire.

Do not:

•mix old and new batteries;

•use different types of batteries at the same time;

•take apart or short-circuit;

•attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries;

•use batteries if their covering has been peeled off.

30°30°

Transmission window

■ Use

•Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit (Exact distance depends on angles).

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

Demo function

Top View (Top Panel)

DEMO

[g, –DEMO]

When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may be shown on the display.

If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by selecting “DEMO ON”.

Press and hold [g, –DEMO].

The display changes each time the button is held down.

DEMO OFF		DEMO ON

While in standby mode, select “DEMO OFF” to reduce power consumption.

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Control guide

Remote Control

•Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference.

•[u/t] and [y/i] described in the operations have the same controls as [w] and [q] respectively.

1	Standby/on switch [^], [8] (8, 10)	1			(10) [z, PLAY] 16
	to switch the unit from on to standby				Play timer on/off
	mode or vice versa.				(10) [CLOCK/TIMER] 17
	In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a
				Clock and Timer setting
	small amount of power.	2	19
	[DIMMER] Dims the display panel				[AUTO OFF] 18
				This function allows you to turn off the unit in
			20
3	buttons [1-9, 0, 10] (8, 9, 13)			disc mode or USB mode only after the unit
		3
	select a 2-digit number			is left unused for 10 minutes. The setting is
	e.g. 16: [ 10]  [1]  [6]			maintained even if the unit is turned off.
	To select a 3-digit number	4		Press again to cancel this function.
	e.g. 226: [ 10]  [ 10]  [2]  [2]  [6]				(11) [SLEEP] 19
4
	Delete last programmed track (8)				Sleep timer setting
	[PROGRAM] (8, 9)	7	24	(8, 10, 12, 13) [VOL	+, –], [–VOLUME+]	20
	Program				To adjust the volume
	Tuner Preset (Manual)	8			[MUTE] 21
6			25
	q/h] (8)	9			Mutes the sound
	switch to CD			Press again to cancel muting
	Direct CD Play/CD Pause	10			(9) [REPEAT] 22
7
	q/h] (13)				Repeat on/off
	Selector Switch to USB	11		(8, 9, 11) [PLAY MODE] 23
	Direct USB Play/USB Pause
					Play mode button
			29
8	q/h] (12)			Tuner: Lowest/Current
		12
	Selector switch to iPod			Adjusting level in AUX mode to Normal/High
	Direct iPod Play/iPod Pause	13	30		(9) [FM/AM] 24
	Stop button (8, 12, 13)
					FM/AM selection
	MASTER] Re-master on/off (11)		31	(8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) [u/t], [y/i]		25
11	[PRESET EQ] (11)	15			Track skip/search
				Tune/preset channel selection
	EQ mode selector
					Time adjustment
12	r, ALBUM] (8, 12, 13)			Bass/treble adjustment
	Album/track selection				(11) [D.	26
	iPod menu browsing
					D.BASS
	[w, q]
	Track skip/search				(12) [iPod MENU] 27
	Tune/preset channel selection				To display iPod menu
	Time adjustment				(11) [BASS/TREBLE] 28
	Bass/treble adjustment
					Bass/Treble selection
13
	[DISPLAY] (8, 10, 13)				(8, 12, 13) [OK] 29
	CD Display (Elapsed play time/
					Disc play
	Remaining play time)
					Confirm selection
	MP3: MP3 Display (Elapsed play time/Album
	name/Track name)				(11) [SURROUND] 30
	USB: USB Display (Elapsed play time/				Surround mode on/off
	Remaining play time/Album name/Track				(8, 13) [MP3 INFO] 31
	name)
				MP3: MP3 Display [ID3 (Album)/ID3 (Track)/
	For Continental Europe
				ID3 (Artist)/Elapsed play time]
	RDS: RDS Display (Station Name/Program
	Type/Frequency)				(9) [FM MODE] 32
14	PRESET] (9)				FM mode on/off
				Selector switch to Mono/Stereo
	Preset (Auto)
15	MODE] (9)
	mode on/off
	Selector switch to Manual/Preset

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Control guide (continued)

Main Unit

• Buttons such as 1 function the same as the remote control.

Front View

Display

Remote control signal sensor

Top View (Top Panel)

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			DEMO					VOLUME
1	33	25	34	8	7	35	6	20	36	26

33[iPod ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (12)

Open and close sliding door for iPod operation.

34[g, –DEMO] (5)

Stop/Demo

35[FM/AM/AUX] (4, 9, 13)

FM/AM selection

Connecting to other external units

36[CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (8)

Open and close sliding door for CD operation.

37USB port (13)

Sliding door Operation

36 To operate CD

Press to open sliding door.

Press again to close sliding door after setting the CD in place. (Refer to page 8 for inserting the CD.)

33 To operate iPod

Press to open sliding door.

Press again to close sliding door after iPod is inserted into the dock properly. (Refer to page 12 for inserting the iPod.)

Docking switch

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Disc operations

Basic play

 Press [^] to turn the unit on.

Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the sliding door and then set the CD in place.

Center part

• Tilt the CD to the left	• Label must face outward.
and slide it in place.	Press until you hear it
	clicks into place.

Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the sliding door.

Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it is closing to avoid possible minor injuries.

 Press [CD q/h] or [OK] to start play.

 Press [VOL +, –] to adjust the volume. Note

•Be sure to press the [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] button to open and close the sliding door. Damage may occur if the sliding door is forced closed.

•Be careful of CD hitting the sliding door while being removed.

To	Action
stop	Press [g].
pause	Press [CD q/h].
	Press again to resume play.
skip/search	Press [u/t] or [y/i] to skip.
	Press and hold [u/t] or [y/i] to search.
	Note
	• You can search during play or while paused.
	• You cannot search through MP3 files.
	• You can only search within the current track during
	program play, one track repeat, and random play.
skip album	Press [e,r, ALBUM] in the play mode.
MP3	Press [e,r, ALBUM] once and then the numeric
	buttons in the stop mode.
direct	CD Press the numeric buttons to select the desired
access play	track.
(Play starts	MP3
with the	 Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.
track you	 Press [y/i] once and then press the numeric
select.)	buttons to select the desired track.

	Display function	MP3
		INFO

This function allows you to display the information of the current track.

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause.

CD	Elapsed play time	Remaining play time
MP3	Elapsed play time	Album name Track name

Press [MP3 INFO] repeatedly during play or pause.

MP3	ID3 (Album)	ID3 (Track)	ID3 (Artist)
		Elapsed play time

Note

•Maximum number of displayable characters: approximately 30.

•This unit supports ver. 1.0 & 1.1 ID3 tags. Text data that is not supported will not be displayed.

•ID3 is a tag embedded in MP3 tracks to provide information about the track.

Play Mode function

 Press [CD q/h].

 Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.

	Mode	To play
	1-TRACK	one selected track on the disc.
	1TR	Press the numeric buttons to select the track.
	1-ALBUM	one selected album on the disc.
	1ALBUM	Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.
	MP3
	RANDOM	a disc randomly.
	RND
	1-ALBUM	all tracks in one selected album randomly.
	RANDOM	Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.
	1ALBUM RND
	MP3

Note

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

•The current play mode is cleared when you open the sliding door.

CD

•During RANDOM play, you can search backward or forward only within the current track.

Program play

The function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

CD

 Press [CD q/h] and then [g].  Press [PROGRAM].

 Press the numeric buttons to select tracks.

Repeat this step to program other tracks.

 Press [CD q/h] or [OK] to start play.

MP3

 Press [CD q/h] and then [g].  Press [PROGRAM].

 Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select your desired album.

Press [y/i] once and then press the numeric buttons to select tracks.

Press [OK].

Repeat step 3 to 5 to program other tracks.

 Press [CD q/h] to start play.

To	Action
cancel program	Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode to clear
mode	“PGM” indicator from the display.
replay the program	Press [PROGRAM] then [CD q/h].
check program	Press [u/t] or [y/i] when “PGM” is
contents	displayed in the stop mode. To check while
	programming, press [PROGRAM] twice after
	“PGM” appears, then press [u/t] or
	[y/i].
clear the last track	Press [DEL] in the stop mode.
clear all	Press [g] in the stop mode.
programmed tracks	“CLR ALL” is displayed. Within 5 seconds,
	press the button again to clear all tracks.

Note

•When you try to program more than 24 tracks “PGM FULL” appears.

•The program memory is cleared when you open the sliding door.

CD

•During program play, you can search backward or forward only within the current track.

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Disc operations (continued)

Repeat play

Press [REPEAT] before or during play.

“ON REPEAT” and “ & ” are displayed.

To cancel

Press [REPEAT] again.

“OFF REPEAT” is displayed and “ & ” is cleared.

Note on CD-R and CD-RW

This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA or MP3.

Use an audio recording disc for CD-DA and finalize* it when you finish

recording.

The unit may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of

the recording.

* A process performed after recording that enables CD-R/CD-RW

players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.

Caution

Do not:

• use irregularly shaped CDs.

• attach extra labels and stickers.

• use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with

adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers.

• attach scratch-proof covers or any other kind of accessories.

• write anything on the CD.

• clean CDs with liquids (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth).

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the

technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

MP3

The unit can play MP3, a method of compressing audio without

hurting audio quality.

When creating MP3 files to play on this unit

• Maximum number of tracks and albums: 999 tracks and 256

albums.

• Compatible compression rate:

Between 64 kbps and 320 kbps (stereo).

128 kbps (stereo) is recommended.

• Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for extended

formats).

• The time for reading TOC depends on the number of the tracks, the

folders or folder structures.

Limitations on MP3

• This unit is compatible with multi-sessions but if there are a lot of

sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of

sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

• This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

• If the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data (CD-DA), the

unit plays the type recorded in the inner part of the disc.

If the disc includes both MP3 and other types of audio data (e.g.

WMA or WAV), the unit plays only the MP3.

• Depending on how you create MP3 files, they may not play in the order you numbered them or may not play at all.

Manual tuning

 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the frequency of the required station.

“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

To tune automatically

 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.  Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

Press and hold [u/t] or [y/i] until the frequency starts changing rapidly.

• Auto tuning stops when it finds a station.

auto tuning, press [u/t] or [y/i] once again.

Note

may not function when there is excessive interference.

To improve FM sound quality

Press [FM MODE] to display “MONO” indicator.

To cancel

Press [FM MODE] again until “MONO” indicator disappears.

•“MONO” is also canceled if the frequency is changed.

•Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.

To improve AM sound quality

 Press [FM/AM] to select “AM”.

Press and hold [TUNE MODE] repeatedly to change beat proof setting (“BP1”, “BP2”, “BP3” or “BP4”).

Memory preset

You can preset up to 30 FM channels and up to 15 AM channels. Preparation: Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Automatic presetting

Press [PLAY MODE] to switch between “LOWEST” or “CURRENT” frequency.

Press [AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. When finished, the last station memorised is tuned in.

Manual presetting

 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

 Press [u/t] or [y/i] to tune to the required station.  Press [PROGRAM].

Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset in that channel.

 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to preset more stations.

Selecting a preset station

Press the numeric buttons to select the channel.

For channels 10 to 30 press [ 10], then the two digits.

OR

 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.

 Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the channel.

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RDS broadcasts

For Continental Europe

Enable you to display the name of a broadcasting station or a program type.

“RDS” lights while RDS signals are being received.

Press [DISPLAY] to display.

Station Name (PS) Program Type (PTY)

Frequency display

Note

RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.

Program type displays

NEWS	VARIED	FINANCE	COUNTRY
AFFAIRS	POP M	CHILDREN	NATIONAL
INFO	ROCK M	SOCIAL A	OLDIES
SPORT	M-O-R- M*	RELIGION	FOLK M
EDUCATE	LIGHT M	PHONE IN	DOCUMENT
DRAMA	CLASSICS	TRAVEL	TEST
CULTURE	OTHER M	LEISURE	ALARM
SCIENCE	WEATHER	JAZZ

* M-O-R- M = Middle-of-the-Road music

Timer

Setting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to set the clock.

Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the time within 5 seconds.

(Press and hold to change the time faster.)

g To display the clock for few	Press [CLOCK/TIMER]
seconds when the unit is on or in
standby mode

Note

Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

Play timer

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up. This unit offers 3 optional play timers.

Preparation:

•Turn the unit on and set the clock. ( see above)

•Prepare the music source (disc, radio, iPod, AUX or USB) and set

the volume.

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select play timer.

CLOCK zPLAY 1 zPLAY 2 zPLAY 3

Original display

 Within 5 seconds, press [u/t] or [y/i] to set the starting time.

Play timer indicator

“ON” is displayed

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.

 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the finishing time.

Finish time

Play timer indicator “OFF” is displayed

To activate the timer

 Press [z, PLAY] repeatedly to turn on your desired play timer.  Press [^] to turn off the unit.

To	Action
change the settings	Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6.
change the source or	 Press [z, PLAY] to clear zPLAY
volume	indicator from the display.
	 Make changes to the source or volume.
	 Perform steps 5 and 6.
check the settings	Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to
(when the unit is on or	select zPLAY 1, zPLAY 2 or zPLAY 3.
in standby mode)
cancel	Press [z, PLAY] to clear the timer
	indicator from the display.

Note

•The timer will start at the preset time, with the volume increasing gradually to the preset level.

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

•The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer to function.

•If you turn the unit off and on again while the timer is functioning, the finish time setting will not be activated.

•When external unit is selected as the source when the timer comes on, the system turns on and engages external unit as the source. If you wish to playback from the portable audio equipment, activate the equipment’s play mode and increase the volume. (See the portable

audio equipment’s instruction manual.)