Panasonic SC-NS55 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

CD Stereo System

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.

Table of contents

Safety precautions .................................. 3

Placement of speakers ............................ 3

Getting started ......................................... 4

Overview of controls ............................... 6

Discs ......................................................... 7

FM/AM Radio ............................................ 9

Using the iPod ......................................... 10

Timer ......................................................... 11

Sound adjustment ................................... 12

External unit ............................................. 13

Troubleshooting guide ............................ 14

Maintenance ............................................. 14

Specifi cations .......................................... 15

Model No. SC-NS55

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000163)

1 x AC mains lead 1 x FM indoor antenna

2 x Remote control

batteries

1 x AM loop antenna

1 x Universal Dock for

iPod

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.

These operating instructions are applicable to the following
system.

System SC-NS55

Main unit SA-NS55

Speakers SB-NS55

Inside of product

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
BOOK CASE, 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.

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.

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
receptacle.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.

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Safety precautions

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, 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 fi re.

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 fi re
or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on
the lead.

Grasp the plug fi rmly 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
fl ammable 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 unqualifi ed persons.

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

Placement of speakers

Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right
channel orientation is necessary.

Use only the supplied speakers.

The combination of the main unit and speakers provide the
best sound. Using other speakers can damage the unit and
sound quality will be negatively affected.

Note

• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm 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
infl uenced by magnetism.

• You cannot take the front net off the speakers.

Caution

• Use the speakers only with the recommended
system. Failure to do so can damage the amplifi er
and speakers, and can cause fi re. Consult a qualifi ed
service person if damage occurs or if a sudden
change in performance is apparent.

• Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

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Getting started

Step 1

- Making the connections

Step 1

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

- Making the connections

Connect the Universal Dock for iPod.

Insert the appropriate adapter that suits your iPod.
(See the Universal Dock for iPod’s instruction manual).
You can charge and play your iPod. (

page 10)

➡

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Adhesive
tape

FM indoor
antenna

Connect the AM loop antenna.

AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base. Keep the loose
antenna cord away from other wires and cords.

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

Connect the speaker cables.

Black (·)

Red (ª)

Black (·)

Incorrect connection can damage the unit.

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Red (ª)

To household
mains socket

Connect the AC mains lead.

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

Insertion of connector

Appliance inlet

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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Optional antenna connections

Optional antenna connections

Step 2

- Inserting batteries into the remote control

Step 3

- DEMO function

FM outdoor antenna AM 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
(not included)

AM loop antenna
(included)

Step 2

Step 3

- Inserting batteries into the remote control

■ Batteries

• 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 use rechargeable type batteries.

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

Do not:

• mix old and new batteries;

• use different types of batteries at the same time;

• heat or expose to fl ame.

• take apart or short-circuit;

• attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries;

• use batteries if their covering has been peeled off.

■ Use

Aim at the remote control sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum
range of 7
Refer to page 6 for remote control signal sensor position.

m directly in front of the unit.

- DEMO function

When the unit is fi rst 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 [7 –

The display changes each time the button is held down.

$%-//&& $%-//.

DEMO].

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

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Overview of controls

Main unit

y

Remote control

Main unit

Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference.

Top of unit

Option port (10)

Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time

This indicator lights when the unit is

connected to the AC mains supply.

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode

2 Standby/on switch (

or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still

consuming a small amount of power.

Headphone jack (A)

to prevent hearing damage.

Plug type: Ø3.5

1 Tuner/Band selection (9)

Remote control sensor

AC supply indicator (AC IN)

mm stereo

(not included)

Display panel

/l) (7, 11)

Disc tray

Remote control

Buttons such as 1 function the same as the controls on the main unit.

Sleep timer (11)

2

Auto off

Program (8, 9)

Clear (8)

Play mode (7, 9)

Repeat (8)

Album selection (7, 8)

Clock/Timer (11)

Play timer (11)

Display (7)
Dimmer

Numeric (7 to 10, 13)
Delete (8)

Track skip/search, tune/
preset channel selection,
time adjustment (7 to 11)

Music port jack (13)

3 Volume control

4 Music port selection (13)

5 Disc play/pause (7, 8)
6 Option play/pause (10)

7 Preset EQ selection (12)

Stop/Demo (5, 7, 8, 10)
Disc tray open/close (7)

Track skip/search, tune/
preset channel selection,
time adjustment

5

Bass/treble

adjustment (12)

4

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Stop (7, 8, 10)

6

1

3

Bass/treble selection (12)

Enter (8, 13)

Muting

Surround (12)

This function allows you to
turn off the unit in disc mode
only after left unused for 10
minutes.

The setting is maintained
even if the unit is turned off.

Dims the display panel.

Mutes the sound.

• Press the button to activate.

• Press again to cancel.

Basic play

Play Mode function

Display function

Discs

Numeric
buttons

Basic play

MP3

CD

Press [y] to turn the unit on.

1

Press [0 CD OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray

2

and then load the disc. Press [0 CD OPEN/CLOSE]
again to close the tray.

Label must face upward

Disc tray

Press [CD 6] to start play.

3

Adjust the volume.

4

To Action

7

stop the disc Press [

pause play Press [CD 6].

skip tracks Press

search through tracks

CD

skip album

MP3

].

Press again to resume play.

[ /4] or [ /¢].

Press and hold [ /4] or [ /¢]
during play or pause.

Press [ALBUM or ] in the play
mode.
Press [ALBUM
then the numeric buttons in the stop
mode.

or ] once and

Play Mode function

MP3

CD

Press [CD 6].

1

Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.

2

Mode To play

1-TRACK

1TR

1-ALBUM

1ALBUM

MP3

RANDOM

RND

1-ALBUM RANDOM

1ALBUM RND

MP3

Note

• During RANDOM or 1-ALBUM RANDOM play, you cannot skip to
tracks that have been played.

• The current play mode is cleared when you open the disc tray.

CD

• 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 [ALBUM
album.

a disc randomly.

all tracks in one selected album randomly.
Press [ALBUM
album.

or ] to select the

or ] to select the

Display function

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

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause mode.

CD

Elapsed play time Remaining play time

MP3

Elapsed time Album name Track name

ID3 (Artist)

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
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Advanced play

Repeat play

Program play

Discs (continued)

Numeric
buttons

Advanced play

Repeat play

You can repeat program play or other selected play mode.

MP3

CD

Press [REPEAT] before or during play.

“REPEAT ON” and “ ” are displayed.

To cancel

Press [REPEAT] again.

“REPEAT OFF” is displayed and “

” is cleared.

Program play

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

CD

Press [CD 6] and then [ 7 ].

1

Press [PROGRAM].

2

Press the numeric buttons to select your desired

3

track.

Repeat this step to program other tracks.

Press [CD 6] to start play.

4

MP3

Press [CD 6] and then [ 7 ].

1

Press [PROGRAM].

2

Press [ALBUM or ] to select your desired

3

album.
Press [ /¢] once and then the numeric buttons to

4

select your desired track.
Press [ENTER].

5

Repeat steps 3 to 5 to program other tracks.

Press [CD 6] to start play.

6

For two-digit track, press [
digits.

For three-digit track, press [
digits.

To Action

cancel program
mode

replay the program Press [PROGRAM] then [CD 6].

check program
contents

add to the program

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

clear all
programmed tracks

h

10] once, and then the two

h

10] twice, and then the three

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press

[ /4] or [ /¢] when “PGM” is

displayed in the stop mode.To check while
programming, press [PROGRAM] twice
after “PGM” appears, then press
or [ /¢] .

CD

Repeat step 3 in the stop mode.

MP3

Repeat steps 3 to 5 in the stop mode.

Press [CLEAR] in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is displayed.

[ /4]

Note

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

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

CD

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

Note

• This unit can play MP3 fi les and CD-DA format audio CD-R/RW
that have been fi nalized.

• It may not be able to play some CD-R/RW depending on the
condition of the recording.

• Do not use irregularly shaped discs.

• Do not use discs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with
adhesive exuding from under labels and stickers.

• Do not attach extra labels or stickers on the disc.

• Do not write anything on the disc.

CD

• This unit can access up to 99 tracks.

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• Choose a CD with this mark:

Using DualDiscs

The “CD” sides of DualDiscs do not meet the CD-DA standard so it
may not be possible to play them on this unit.

MP3

• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as albums.
This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions.

•

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

• To play in a certain order, prefi x the folder and fi le names with the
3-digit numbers in the order you want to play them.

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FM/AM Radio

Manual tuning

To improve FM sound quality

Memory preset

Automatic presetting

Manual presetting

Selecting a preset station

AM allocation setting

Manual tuning

Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.

1

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

2

Press [ /4] or [ /¢] to select the frequency of

3

the required station.

“

ST ”

is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being

received.

To tune automatically

Press

[ /4] or [ /¢] for a moment until the frequency

starts changing rapidly. The unit begins auto tuning, stopping
when it fi nds a station.

• Auto tuning may not function when there is excessive
interference.

• To cancel auto tuning, press [ /4] or [ /¢] once
again.

To improve FM sound quality

Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.

To cancel

Press and hold [PLAY MODE] again until “MONO”
disappears.

• MONO is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.

• Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.

Memory preset

Up to 20 stations can be set in the FM band and 15 stations
in the AM band.

Preparation

Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Automatic presetting

Press and hold [PROGRAM] to start presetting.

Manual presetting

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

1

Press [ /4] or [ /¢] to tune to the required

2

station.
Press [PROGRAM].

3

Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

4

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

Repeat steps 2 to 4 to preset more stations.

5

Selecting a preset station

Press the numeric buttons to select the channel.

For two-digit channel, press [h10], then the two digits.

OR

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRESET”.

1

Press [ /4] or [ /¢] to select the channel.

2

AM allocation setting

By main unit only

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

To change the step from 9 kHz to 10 kHz

Press and hold [TUNER/BAND].

1

After a few seconds the display changes to a fl ashing
display of the current minimum frequency.

Continue to hold down [TUNER/BAND].

2

• When the minimum frequency changes, release the
button. To return to the original step, repeat the above
steps.

• After the setting is changed, any previously preset
frequency will be cleared.

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Using the iPod

Connecting and charging the iPod

Play from the iPod

Compatible iPod

You can charge and play your iPod by putting it in the
Universal Dock for iPod that connected to the option port on
top of this unit.

Connecting and charging the iPod

Preparation:

Connect the Universal Dock for iPod to the option port.
(➡ page 4)

Insert the appropriate dock adapter into the slot

1

of the Universal Dock for iPod. (See the Dock’s
instruction manual)

Place your iPod in the Universal Dock for iPod.

2

iPod (not included)

The indicator lights

up when the iPod

is inserted, and

charging begins.

Play from the iPod

Before place the iPod to the Universal Dock for iPod, turn off
the equalizer function (if there is any) of the iPod. Otherwise,
the sound from the speaker may be distorted.

Confirm you iPod connection.

1

Press [OPTION 6] to select OPTION as the

2

source.

To Action

Pause Press [OPTION 6].

Skip tracks Press

Search through
tracks

Note

• When you select another source or turn off the main unit, the iPod

turns off.

• Some features may not be compatible depending on the model or

the software version of your iPod.

Press again to resume.

[ /4] or [ /¢].

Press and hold [ /4] or [ /¢] during
play or pause.

Compatible iPod

Name Memory size

iPod nano
2nd generation (aluminum)

iPod
5th generation (video)

iPod
5th generation (video)

iPod nano
1st generation

iPod
4th generation (color display)

iPod
4th generation (color display)

iPod
4th generation

iPod
4th generation

iPod mini 4GB, 6GB

Note

Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

2GB, 4GB, 8GB

60GB, 80GB

30GB

1GB, 2GB, 4GB

40GB, 60GB

20GB, 30GB

40GB

20GB

Charging time

iPod nano 1st generation
iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
iPod 5th generation (video)

iPod 4th generation (color display)
iPod 4th generation iPod mini

Note

• “OPTION ⁄” will be shown on the main unit’s display during iPod
charging in main unit standby mode. It will go off when charging is
fi nished.

For the above models under “fi xed 5-hour charging”, “OPTION

⁄” continues to be displayed throughout this duration, even
when your iPod is fully charged. You can turn off this display by
removing the iPod from the dock.

• Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

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Until iPod is fully charged

5 hours (fi xed)

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

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Setting the clock

Using the sleep timer

Using the play timer

Timer

Setting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.

1

Each time you press the button:

CLOCK

Original display

Within 5 seconds, press [ /4] or [ /¢] to set

2

the time.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] again to confirm.

3

Displaying the clock

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to display the clock for few seconds.

Note

The clock may lose or gain minutes over a period of time. Readjust
as necessary.

˚ PLAY

Using the play timer

You can set the play timer to come on at a certain time to
wake you up.

Preparation

Turn the unit on and set the clock.
Prepare the music source you want to listen to; disc, radio,
option port or music port source, and set the volume.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select play

1

timer.

CLOCK

Original display

Within 5 seconds, press

2

starting time.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.

3

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the finishing time.

4

˚ PLAY

[ /4] or [ /¢]

Start time

Play timer indicator

Finish time

to set the

Using the sleep timer

This function enables you to turn off the unit automatically
after the set time.

Press [SLEEP] repeatedly to select your desired time.

Sleep timer indicator

To cancel

Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”.

Changing the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] to show the remaining time, and press
[SLEEP] again to select your desired time.

Note

• The play and sleep timer can be used together.

• The sleep timer always has priority. Be sure not to overlap timer
settings.

To activate the timer

Press [˚PLAY] to turn on the timer.

5

“˚PLAY” is displayed.

Press [y] to turn off the unit.

6

The unit must be off for the timer to operate.

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 Press [˚PLAY] to clear the timer indicator

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 a timer is functioning, the
fi nish time setting will not be activated.

• If MUSIC PORT is selected as the source when the timer comes
on, the system turns on and engages MUSIC PORT 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.)

1) Press [

2) Make changes to the source or volume.

3) Perform steps 5 and 6.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select

˚PLAY.

from the display.

˚PLAY] to clear the ˚PLAY

indicator from the display.

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Sound adjustment

Selecting sound effects

Preset EQ

Bass or treble

Enjoying surround sound

Numeric
buttons

Selecting sound effects

You can change the sound effect by selecting Preset EQ or
adjusting the bass or treble effect.

Preset EQ

Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select your desired
setting.

→

HEAVY

Setting Effect

HEAVY Adds punch to rock

CLEAR Clarifi es higher frequencies

SOFT For background music

VOCAL Adds gloss to vocal

EQ-OFF No effect

Bass or treble

Enable you to enjoy the lower or higher pitch sound.

Press [BASS/TREBLE] repeatedly to select your

1

desired setting.

CLEAR → SOFT → VOCAL → EQ-OFF

BASS TREBLE

original display

Setting Effect

BASS For lower pitch sound

TREBLE For higher pitch sound

Press [5] or [∞] to adjust the level.

2

Note

The tone level can be varied within -4 to +4.

Enjoying surround sound

Enable you to add natural width and depth to the stereo
sound.

To activate

Press [SURROUND] to display “

To cancel

Press [SURROUND] again to clear “
indicator.

Note

• Surround sound is less discernible when listening through
headphones.

• If interference in FM stereo reception increases, cancel the
surround sound effect.

” indicator.

”

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External unit

Changing the remote control code

Change the main unit’s code

Change the remote control’s code

Connecting to a portable audio equipment

Playing from portable audio equipment

Connecting to a portable audio equipment

This feature enables you to enjoy music from portable audio
equipment.

Audio cord (not included)

Portable audio equipment
(not included)

Playing from portable audio equipment

Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the
portable audio equipment before you plug into the MUSIC
PORT jack. Otherwise, sound from the speaker may be
distorted.

Plug the audio cord into the MUSIC PORT jack and

1

press [MUSIC PORT].
Play the portable audio equipment. (See the

2

portable audio equipment’s instruction manual.)

Changing the remote control code

Change the code if you fi nd the remote control unintentionally
also controls other equipments.

Change the main unit’s code

Press and hold [MUSIC PORT] on the main unit and
then press and hold [2] (or [1]) on the remote control.

“REMOTE 2” is displayed.

Change the remote control’s code

Press and hold [ENTER] and [2] (or [1]) on the remote
control for at least 2 second.

If the remote control and main unit are using different codes,
a message appears on the main unit’s display showing the
main unit’s current code. Follow the above step to change
the remote control’s code to match it.

Note

All peripheral components and cables are sold separately.

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Troubleshooting guide

If the surfaces are dirty

Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fi x the system as described below, or if something not
listed here occurs, refer to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your
dealer.

Common problems

No sound.

Sounds unfi xed, reversed or
come from one speaker only.

Humming heard during
play.

“ERROR” is displayed.

“- -:- -” appears on the
display.

“F76” is displayed.

Listening to the radio

Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator fl ickers
or doesn’t light.
Sound is distorted.

A beat sound is heard.

A low hum is heard during
AM broadcast.

Turn the volume up.
The speaker cords may not be connected properly. Turn the unit off, check and correct the connections
and turn the unit on (➡ page 5).

Check the speaker connections (➡ page 5).

An AC mains lead or fl uorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and leads away from this
unit’s cables.
If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead’s plug or connector over to reverse the lead’s polarity.

Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

You plugged the AC mains lead in for the fi rst time or there was a power failure recently.
Set the time (

Check and correct the speaker cord connections (➡ page 5).
If this does not fi x the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.

Use an outdoor antenna (➡ page 4).

Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.

Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.

page 11).

➡

When there is a television set nearby

The picture on the TV
disappears or stripes appear
on the screen.

The location and direction of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to an
outdoor antenna (➡ page 5).
The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit.

Playing discs

The display is wrong or play
won’t start.

“MECH ERR”

The disc may be upside down (➡ page 7).
Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.
Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about an
hour for it to clear and try again.

Check that the passage of the disc tray is cleared. Remove if anything is placed under the disc tray. Turn
off and then turn back on the unit.

The remote control

Remote control doesn’t
work.

Check that the batteries are inserted correctly (➡ page 5).
Replace the batteries if they are worn.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty

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

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

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Specifi cations

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS OUTPUT POWER both channel driven
simultaneously

10 % Total harmonic distortion (THD)

15 W per channel (6 Ω)

Input impedance
MUSIC PORT 12 kΩ
Output impedance
HEADPHONE 16 to 32 Ω
Phone jack
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm
Music Port jack
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm
Option Port Version 1

FM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range 87.50 to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz step)
Sensitivity 0.10 µV (IHF)
S/N 26 dB 1.20 µV
Antenna terminals 75 Ω (unbalanced)
Preset station FM 20 stations

AM 15 stations

AM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range 522 to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)

520 to 1630 kHz (10 kHz step)
Sensitivity
S/N 20 dB (at 999 kHz) 1000 µV/m

CD SECTION

Disc played [8 cm (3˝ ) or 12 cm (5˝ )]
(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)

(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 formatted disc)
(3) MP3

Sampling frequency

CD 44.1 kHz
MP3 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Bit rate
MP3 32 kbps to 384 kbps
Decoding 16/20/24 bit linear
Pickup
Wavelength 785 nm
Laser power CLASS 1
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels 2 channel
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+1, -2 dB)
Wow and fl utter Below measurable limit
Digital fi lter 8 fs
D/A converter MASH (1 bit DAC)

SPEAKER SECTION

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system
Speaker(s)
FULL RANGE 8 cm CONE type 6 Ω
Impedance 6 Ω
Input power (IEC) 15 W (MAX)
Output sound pressure 79.05 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range 55 Hz to 25 kHz (-16 dB)

60 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)

Dimensions (W x H x D) 127 mm x 184 mm x 228 mm
Mass 1.4 kg

GENERAL

Power supply AC 230 to 240 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 60 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 212 mm x 184 mm x 308 mm
Mass 3.5 kg
Operating temperature range

+5 to +35˚C (+41˚F to +95˚F)

Operating humidity range
5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode 0.7 W (approx.)

Note

1. Specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.

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

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