PANASONIC SC-HC4 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Instrucciones de funcionamiento

Compact Stereo System

Sistema estéreo compacto

Model No./Nº de Modelo SC-HC4

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.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000429)

1 AM loop antenna

1 FM indoor antenna

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.

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 Batteries

1 AC mains lead

For Continental Europe

(K2CQ2CA00007)

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.

•

For Southeast Asia

(K2CQ2CA00007) (K2CP2CA00001)*

* For Thailand only

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.

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Table of contents

Supplied accessories Cover Safety precautions 2 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

Safety precautions

Placement

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

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not 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 electric shock.

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause 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

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other 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!

AUX

EXT

LOOP

AM AN

TFM ANT

LOOP ANT

GROUND

AC IN

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.

Inside of product

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.

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

Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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 for the correct method of disposal.

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 chemical involved.

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AUX

EXT

75Ω

LOOP

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT GROUND

132

AC IN

Connections



Portable audio equipment (Cords and equipment not included)

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.

•

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Plug type: Ø3.5 mm stereo

Adhesive tape

Start playback from the portable audio source.

Headphones (not included)

Connect the AC mains lead.

MAIN UNIT

➡

Reduce the volume level and 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.

FM indoor antenna

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

Connect the AM loop antenna.

AM indoor antenna

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver, etc.

Black White

Red

Stand the antenna up on its base.

Click!

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

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

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.

Connector

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Connections (continued)

30°30°

DEMO

Optional antenna connections

FM outdoor antenna

FM outdoor antenna (not included)

75 Ω coaxial cable (not included)

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.

AM outdoor antenna

Preparing the remote control

R6/LR6, AA

AM outdoor antenna (not included)

5 to 12 m

AM loop antenna (included)

Place this side in before the other side

■ 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.

•

Demo function

Top View (Top Panel)

[g, –DEMO]

Remote control

signal sensor

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.

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

MP3

INFO

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.

•

Standby/on switch [^], [8] (8, 10)

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.

[DIMMER] Dims the display panel

Numeric buttons [1-9, 0, ≧10] (8, 9, 13) To select a 2-digit number

e.g. 16: [≧10]  [1]  [6]

To select a 3-digit number

e.g. 226: [≧10]  [≧10]  [2]  [2]  [6]

[DEL] Delete last programmed track (8)

[PROGRAM] (8, 9)

CD/MP3 Program Tuner Preset (Manual)

[CD q/h] (8)

Selector switch to CD Direct CD Play/CD Pause

[USB q/h] (13)

Selector Switch to USB Direct USB Play/USB Pause

[iPod q/h] (12)

Selector switch to iPod Direct iPod Play/iPod Pause

[g] Stop button (8, 12, 13)

[RE-MASTER] Re-master on/off (11)

[PRESET EQ] (11)

Preset EQ mode selector

[e, r, ALBUM] (8, 12, 13)

Album/track selection iPod menu browsing

[w, q]

Track skip/search Tune/preset channel selection Time adjustment Bass/treble adjustment

[DISPLAY] (8, 10, 13) CD: CD Display (Elapsed play time/

Remaining play time) MP3: MP3 Display (Elapsed play time/Album name/Track name) USB: USB Display (Elapsed play time/ Remaining play time/Album name/Track name)

For Continental Europe

RDS: RDS Display (Station Name/Program

Type/Frequency)

[AUTO PRESET] (9)

Tuner Preset (Auto)

[TUNE MODE] (9)

Tune mode on/off Selector switch to Manual/Preset

(10) [z, PLAY]

Play timer on/off

(10) [CLOCK/TIMER]

Clock and Timer setting

This function allows you to turn off the unit in

disc mode or USB mode only after the unit

is left unused for 10 minutes. The setting is

maintained even if the unit is turned off.

Press again to cancel this function.

(8, 10, 12, 13) [VOL +, –], [–VOLUME+]

Press again to cancel muting

(8, 9, 11) [PLAY MODE]

Tuner: Lowest/Current

Adjusting level in AUX mode to Normal/High

(8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13) [

Tune/preset channel selection

Bass/treble adjustment

MP3: MP3 Display [ID3 (Album)/ID3 (Track)/

ID3 (Artist)/Elapsed play time]

Selector switch to Mono/Stereo

[AUTO OFF]

(11) [SLEEP]

Sleep timer setting

To adjust the volume

[MUTE]

Mutes the sound

(9) [REPEAT]

Repeat on/off

Play mode button

(9) [FM/AM]

FM/AM selection

u/t], [y/i]

Track skip/search

Time adjustment

(11) [D.BASS] D.BASS on/off

(12) [iPod MENU]

To display iPod menu

(11) [BASS/TREBLE]

Bass/Treble selection

(8, 12, 13) [OK]

Disc play

Confirm selection

(11) [SURROUND]

Surround mode on/off

(8, 13) [MP3 INFO]

(9) [FM MODE]

FM mode on/off

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Control guide (continued)

DEMO

VOLUME

1 33 25 34 8 7 6 2035 26

Main Unit

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

Front View

Top View (Top Panel)

Display

Remote control signal sensor

[iPod ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (12)

Open and close sliding door for iPod operation.

[g, –DEMO] (5)

Stop/Demo

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

FM/AM selection Connecting to other external units

[CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (8)

Open and close sliding door for CD operation.

USB port (13)

Sliding door Operation

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.)

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

MP3 INFO

Basic play Play Mode function

 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 [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

pause

skip/search

skip album

MP3

direct access play

(Play starts with the track you select.)

Press [g].

Press [CD q/h]. Press again to resume play.

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.

Press [e,r, ALBUM] in the play mode. Press [e,r, ALBUM] once and then the numeric buttons in the stop mode.

Press the numeric buttons to select the desired

track.

MP3

 Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.  Press [y/i] once and then press the numeric

buttons to select the desired track.

Display function

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

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause.

MP3

Press [MP3 INFO] repeatedly during play or pause.

MP3

Elapsed play time Remaining play time

Elapsed play time Album name Track name

Elapsed play time

• Press until you hear it clicks into place.

ID3 (Artist)ID3 (Track)ID3 (Album)

 Press [CD q/h].  Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.

Mode To play

1-TRACK

1TR

1-ALBUM

1ALBUM

MP3

RANDOM

RND

1-ALBUM RANDOM

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.

•

During RANDOM play, you can search backward or forward only

• within the current track.

one selected track on the disc. Press the numeric buttons to select the track.

one selected album on the disc. Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.

a disc randomly.

all tracks in one selected album randomly. Press [e,r, ALBUM] to select the album.

Program play

The function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

 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 mode

replay the program

check program contents

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

clear all programmed tracks

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode to clear “PGM” indicator from the display.

Press [PROGRAM] then [CD q/h].

Press [u/t] or [y/i] when “PGM” is displayed in the stop mode. To check while programming, press [PROGRAM] twice after “PGM” appears, then press [u/t] or [y/i].

Press [g] in the stop mode. “CLR ALL” is displayed. Within 5 seconds, press the button again to clear all tracks.

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.

Note

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

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

•

During program play, you can search backward or forward only within

• the current track.

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Disc operations (continued)

Radio operations

Repeat play

You can repeat program play or other selected play mode.

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 [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.  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.

•

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

•

Note

Auto tuning 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.

 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.)

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] again.

g To display the clock for few

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

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

time.

zPLAY 1 zPLAY 2 zPLAY 3

Original display

Start time

Press [CLOCK/TIMER]

 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.  Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the finishing time.

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 volume

check the settings (when the unit is on or in standby mode)

cancel

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.)

Play timer indicator

“ON” is displayed

Finish time

“OFF” is displayed

 Press [z, PLAY] to clear zPLAY

indicator from the display.

 Make changes to the source or volume.  Perform steps 5 and 6.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select zPLAY 1, zPLAY 2 or zPLAY 3.

Press [z, PLAY] to clear the timer indicator from the display.

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