SC-NS55DB
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-NS55DB
RQTV0188-2B
EB
Operating Instructions
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Note:
"EB" on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
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 ACCESSORIESSUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for
replacement parts. (As of February 2007)
1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000088)
1 x AC mains lead
(K2CT3CA00004)
1 x FM indoor antenna
(RSA0007-L1)
1 x DAB “T” antenna
(N1EADY000001)
1 x Antenna plug
adaptor
(K1YZ02000013)
2 x Remote control
batteries
Table of contents
Safety precautions ................................ 2
Caution for AC mains lead .................... 3
Placement of speakers .......................... 3
Getting started ....................................... 4
Overview of controls ............................. 6
Discs ....................................................... 7
FM radio .................................................. 9
DAB ......................................................... 10
Timer ....................................................... 14
Sound adjustment ................................. 15
External unit ........................................... 16
Troubleshooting guide .......................... 18
Specifi cations ........................................ 19
Maintenance ........................................... 19
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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-NS55DB
Main unit SA-NS55DB
Speakers SB-NS55
Back of product
Inside of product
■ Sales and Support Information
(For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland)
Customer Care Centre
• For UK customers: 08705 357357
• For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
• Visit our website for product information
• E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product
with ease and confi dence by phoning our Customer
Care Centre Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm. (Excluding
public holidays)
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application at www.panasonic.co.uk
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
• It couldn’t be simpler!
• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for
a wide range of fi nished products, take a browse on our
website for further details.
Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website
www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.
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.
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Placement of speakers
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 for Users of Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (private households)
This symbol on the products and/or
accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products should not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take
these products to designated collection points, where they
will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in
some countries you may be able to return your products
to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent
new product.
Disposing of this product correctly 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. Please contact
your local authority for further details of your nearest
designated collection point.
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
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.
Caution for AC mains lead
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your
safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fi tted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI
to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark m or the BSI mark o on the body of the
fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refi tted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUI T ABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE RE MOVED
AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS POSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRI CAL SHOCK IF THE
CUT OFF PLUG IS IN SERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fi tted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualifi ed electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor dance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter N or col oured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH
TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH
SYMBOL n OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(fi gures A and B). Confi rm the AC mains plug fi tted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Figure A Figure B
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Step 1Step 1
- Making the connections - Making the connections
Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections have been made.
Getting started
To household
mains socket
3
Connect the speaker cables.
2
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a
position with least amount of interference.
4
Connect the AC mains lead.
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit
only. Do not use it with other equipment.
Insertion of connector
Connector
Red (ª)
Black (·)
Red (ª)
Black (·)
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.
Appliance inlet
Incorrect connection can damage the unit.
Adhesive
tape
FM indoor
antenna
1
Connect the DAB “T” antenna
The cross bar of the T should be kept fi rmly stretched.
Find a position with good reception.
There is a function on the unit to check signal quality.
For best reception
A DAB outdoor antenna is recommended (➡ page 5).
Adhesive tape
Be sure to fully
tighten the screw.
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Optional antenna connectionsOptional antenna connections
FM outdoor antenna DAB outdoor antenna
5SETHEANTENNA
PLUGADAPTOR
INCLUDED
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75
Ω coaxial cable
(not included)
Be sure to fully
tighten the screw.
DAB outdoor antenna
(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.
Step 2Step 2
- Inserting batteries into the remote control - 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
m directly in front of the unit.
Refer to page 6 for remote control signal sensor position.
Step 3Step 3
- DEMO function - 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 –DEMO].
The display changes each time the button is held down.
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While in standby mode, select “DEMO OFF” to reduce power
consumption.
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Main unitMain unit
Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference.
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1-
4 Music port selection (17)
2 Standby/on switch (y/l) (7, 14)
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.
Disc tray
3 Volume control
5 Disc play/pause (7, 8)
Disc tray open/close (7)
Track skip/search,
tune/preset channel
selection, time adjustment
Stop/Demo (5, 7, 8, 16, 17)
AC supply indicator (AC IN)
This indicator lights when the unit is
connected to the AC mains supply.
7 Tuner/Band selection (9, 11)
Display panel
6 USB play/pause (16)
1 Option play/pause (17)
Music port jack (17)
Headphone jack (
l
)
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing damage.
Plug type: Ø3.5
mm stereo (not included)
Top of unit
Docking Mechanism (17)
USB jack (16)
Remote control sensor
Overview of controls
This function allows you to
turn off the unit in disc or
USB mode only after left
unused for 10 minutes.
The setting is maintained
even if the unit is turned off.
Mutes the sound.
Dims the display panel.
• Press the button to activate.
• Press again to cancel.
Remote controlRemote control
Buttons such as 1 function the same as the controls on the main unit.
2
Clock/Timer (14, 15)
Play timer (14, 15)
Numeric (7, 8, 9, 11, 16, 17)
Delete (8)
Track skip/search, tune/
preset channel selection,
time adjustment
(7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 16, 17)
Program (8, 9)
Clear (8)
Play mode (7, 9)
Repeat (8)
Stop (7, 8, 16, 17)
4
DAB Menu (12, 13)
Sleep timer (14)
Surround (15)
Muting
1
Bass/treble
adjustment (15)
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Display (7, 9, 12, 16)
Dimmer
6
7
3
Bass/Treble selection (15)
Auto off
Album selection
(7, 8, 12, 13, 16)
5
Enter (8, 12, 13, 17)
Preset EQ (15)
DAB Secondary (12)
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