Panasonic SC-PM31 User Manual

Operating Instructions

The shape of the speaker systems may differ according to the
area.

Note:

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future
reference.

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

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-PM31

Table of contents

Safety precautions ........................... 2

Caution for AC Mains Lead .............. 3

Supplied accessories ....................... 3

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

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

Step 1 - Making the connections
Step 2 - Inserting batteries into the remote control
Step 3 - DEMO function

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

Main unit
Remote control

CDs and MP3 – Play ......................... 7

Playing a disc
Advanced CDs and MP3 functions

Cassette tape – Play and record ..... 10

Basic play
TPS (Tape Program Sensor)
Before recording
Recording the radio
Recording CDs
Other basic operations

Radio – Tune ..................................... 11

Manual tuning
Memory preset
AM allocation setting

Timer .................................................. 12

Setting the clock
Using the sleep timer
Using the play or record timer

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

Connecting external unit
Playing or recording from an external unit

Sound adjustment ............................ 13

Selecting sound effects
Enjoying surround sound

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

Specifi cations ................................... 16

Maintenance
When moving the unit

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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-PM31

Main unit SA-PM31
Speakers SB-PM31

Side of product

Inside of product
Tuot t e en sis ä l lä
Produktets innside

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.

TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI
LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA.

DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER
MODERATE KLIMAFORHOLD.

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 or the mains plug or an appliance coupler
shall remain readily operable.

Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen
täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo
tarttua ongelman sattuessa.

Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten,
og støpslet må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå
problemer.

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 covere d 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.

■ 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: [e-mail]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease
and confi dence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday­Friday 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.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

Supplied accessories

(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.

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for
replacement parts. (As of January 2005)

1 x Remote Control

1 x FM indoor antenna

1 x Antenna plug adaptor

(For U.K: K1YZ02000013)

2 x Remote control

Placement of speakers

(N2QAJB000132)

(RSA0007-L)

batteries

1 x AC mains lead

(For U.K: RJA0053-3X)

(For Australia and N.Z:

K2CJ2DA00010)

(For others:

K2CQ2CA00002)

1 x AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00001)

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
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Fuse
(5 ampere)

The shape of the speaker systems may differ according
to the area.

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

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

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

Note

• Keep your speakers at least 10mm away from the system
for proper ventilation.

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.

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.

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Getting started

StepStep 1 1

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

Preparation

Twist and pull off the vinyl tip of the speaker cords.
OR
If the speaker cords do not have vinyl tips, directly connect them to the terminals.

1

AM loop antenna

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

3

- Making the connections - Making the connections

Connect the AM loop antenna.

AM ANT

EXT

Connect the speaker cables.

White

Blue

Red

Black

LOOP

2

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

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

FM ANT

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Adhesive
tape

FM indoor
antenna

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Blue (–)

Grey (+)

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Black (–)

Red (+)

Cables with white and blue tags are for high frequency.
Cables with red and black tags are for low frequency.

Incorrect connection can damage the unit.

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To household
mains socket

4

Connect the AC mains lead.

FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
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

Appliance inlet

Approx. 3.5 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

Optional antenna connectionsOptional antenna connections

FM outdoor antenna AM outdoor antenna

AM ANT

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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 indoor FM antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is installed.

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

Step 2Step 2

FM outdoor antenna
(not included)

AM ANT

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cable
(not included)

- 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.

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• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage
items the fl uid contacts and may cause a fi re.

Do not:

• mix old and new batteries.

• use different types 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 the 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 the remote control sensor position.

FM ANT

75

AM outdoor antenna
(not included)

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AM loop antenna
(included)

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- - DEMO functionDEMO 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 [STOP 7, –DEMO].

The display change 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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Overview of controls

Main unitMain unit

Refer numbers in parentheses for page reference.
Top of the unit

Cassette lid (10)

1 Standby/on switch (y/l) (7, 12)

Press to switch the unit from on to

standby mode or vice versa. In standby

mode, the unit is still consuming a small

AC supply indicator (AC IN)

This indicator lights when the

2 Album selection (7, 8)

5 Tuner/Band selection (11)

Checking CD position (8)

amount of power.

unit is connected to the AC

3 Surround sound (13)

Remote control sensor

mains supply.

Stop/Demo (5, 10)

4 Aux (13)

6 Tape play (10)

CD selection (7)

CD trays (7)

Headphone jack (PHONES)

Avoid listening for prolonged
periods of time to prevent
hearing damage.
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo
(not included)

Cassette open (10)

Display panel

7 Super sound EQ (13)

Recording start/pause (10)

Track selection (7)
8 CD skip/search, tape fast-

forward/rewind, tune/preset
channel selection, time
adjustment (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12)

9 Volume control (7)

! CD play/pause (7, 8, 9, 10)

CD change (7)

CD tray open/close (7)

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Remote controlRemote control

Buttons such as 3 function the same as the controls on the main unit.

Sleep timer (12)

Auto off

Disc (7, 8)

Program (8,11)

Play mode (7, 10)

Repeat (8)

Enter (8, 9)

Intro (9)

Bass/treble (13)

Preset EQ (13)

1

2

5
6
4

9

7

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Clock/timer (12)
Play timer/record timer (12)

Display (8, 11)
Dimmer

Numeric, characters (7, 8, 9, 10)

Delete (9)

8

!

Clear, stop (7, 8, 9, 10)

Treble/bass adjustment (13)

Title search (9)

Marker (8)

Muting

3

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

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

To dim the display panel.

To mute the sound.

• Press the button to activate.

• Press again to cancel.

CDs and MP3 – Play

N

Numeric
buttons

CD trays

Playing a discPlaying a disc

Press [y] to turn the unit on.

1

Press [CD 1 ~ CD 5] to select your desired tray.

2

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

3

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

Label must face upward

Disc tray

Press [CD 6] to start play.

4

Adjust the volume.

5

Other basic operationsOther basic operations

To Ac tion

stop the disc Press [CLEAR 7 ].

pause play Press [CD 6 ]. Press again to

skip tracks Press [4/REW/4 ] or [3/FF/¢].

search through tracks

(CD-DA only)

direct play If the unit is on standby mode and a

skip album (MP3 only)

resume play.

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

CD is loaded, press [CD 6 ] or
[CD 1 ~ CD 5] to start play.

Press [ALBUM
mode.
Press [ALBUM
then the numeric buttons in the stop
mode.

Tray
number

or ] in the play

or ] once and

Play Mode functionPlay Mode function

Press [CD 6] and then [CLEAR 7].

1

Press [DISC] and (within 10 seconds) press [1] ~ [5]

2

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

3

Mode To play

1-DISC

1DISC

ALL-DISC

ALL DISC

1-TRACK

1TR

1-RANDOM

1DISC RND

(CD-DA only)

A-RANDOM

ALL DISC RND

(CD-DA only)

1-ALBUM

1ALB UM

(MP3 only)

1-DISC R ANDOM

1DISC RND

(MP3 only)

1-ALBUM RANDOM

1ALB UM RND

(MP3 only)

• During any random play, you cannot skip to tracks which have been
played.

• During 1-RANDOM or A-RANDOM play, you can search forward or
backward only within the current track.

one selected disc.

all discs in trays, e.g., 4→5→1→2→3.

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

one selected disc randomly.

all loaded discs randomly.

one selected album on the selected
disc.
Press [ALBUM
the album.

one selected disc randomly.

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

or ]to select

or ] to select

Changing disc (CD CHANGE)Changing disc (CD CHANGE)

While one CD is playing, you can change the CDs in other
trays (except in All-Disc random play or program play).

Press [0 CD CHANGE].

1

Press [CD 1 ~ CD 5] to select the tray.

2

Change the CD.

3

Press [0 CD CHANGE] again to close the tray.

4

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CDs and MP3 – Play (Continued)

CChecking which CDs are in the trayshecking which CDs are in the trays
(CD CHECK)(CD CHECK)

Press [CD CHECK].

1

CD CHECK

Press the button again to close the trays.

2

• The tray with a CD being played will not open.

• If the player is stopped, all trays will open.

• Do not remove or insert CDs during CD check.

• Do not pull out the trays during CD check.

• 8 cm CDs cannot be checked.

CD-DA MP3

CD displayCD display

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

Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause mode.

CD-DA

Elapsed play time Remaining play time

MP3

Elapsed time Remaining play time Album name

Marking a track Marking a track

Enable you to mark one track for each loaded disc
so that you can directly play the track later.

During play, press and hold the [MARKER] until
“STORING” blinks on the display to mark your favourite
track.

Press [MARKER] during play or stop mode to recall and
play a marked track.

• The marker memory is cleared when you open the CD tray.

• This function does not work during any random/program mode.

CD-DA MP3

Program playProgram play

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

CD-DA

Press [CD 6] and then [CLEAR 7].

1

Press [PROGRAM].

2

Press [DISC].

3

(Within 10 seconds or so)

4

Press [1] ~ [5] to select your desired disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select your desired

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track.

Example:

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Program number

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

• Maximum number of displayable characters: approximate 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 track to provide information about
the track.

Advanced CDs and MP3 functionsAdvanced CDs and MP3 functions

Direct access playDirect access play

This function allows you to start play from a specifi c track.

CD-DA

Press the numeric buttons to select and play your
desired track.

MP3

Press [ALBUM or ] to select the album.

1

Press [3/FF/¢] once and then the numeric buttons

2

to select and play your desired track.

For two-digit track, press [
For three-digit track, press [h10] twice then the three digits.

• This function does not work during any random/program mode.

Repeat play Repeat play

You can repeat program play or other selected
play mode.

h

10] once then the two digits.

CD-DA

MP3

Program
indicator

Repeat steps 3 to 5 to program other tracks.

6

Press [CD 6] to start play.

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MP3

Press [CD 6] and then [CLEAR 7].

1

Press [DISC].

2

(Within 10 seconds or so)

3

Press [1] ~ [5] to select your desired disc.
Press [CLEAR 7].

4

Press [PROGRAM].

5

Press [ALBUM or ] to select your desired

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album.
Press [3/FF/¢] once and then the numeric buttons

7

to select your desired track.

Example:

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Album number

Track number

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Press [REPEAT] before or during play.

“REPEAT ON” and “

To cancel

Press [REPEAT] again.

“REPEAT OFF” is displayed and “

” are displayed.

” is cleared.

Press [ENTER].

8

Repeat steps 6 to 8 to program other tracks.

Press [CD 6] to start play.

9

Track number

To Ac tion

cancel program
mode

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

check program
contents

add to the program Repeat steps 3 to 5 in the stop mode for

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

clear all
programmed
tracks

• When “CD FULL” appears, you cannot program additional tracks.

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

• During program play, skipping is always in the programmed order,
whether forward or backward.

• You cannot program CD-DA together with MP3 tracks.

• The program memory is cleared when you change a disc or open a
CD tray (MP3 only).

•

You cannot change or open other trays during program play mode

INTRO function (Album scan) INTRO function (Album scan)

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press [4/REW/4 ] or [3/FF/¢] when
“PGM” is displayed in the stop mode.
To check while programming, press
[PROGRAM] twice after “PGM” appears,
then press [4/REW/4 ] or [3/FF/¢ ].

CD-DA (refer page 8).
Repeat steps 6 to 8 in the stop mode for
MP3 (refer page 8).

Press [CLEAR 7 ] in the stop mode. “CLEAR
ALL” is displayed. Within 5 seconds, press
the button again to clear all tracks.

MP3

.

This function allows you to fi nd an album by listening
to the fi rst track of all albums in the current disc for
10 seconds each.

Press [CD 6] and then [CLEAR 7].

1

Press [INTRO] to start the intro function.

2

While your desired album is playing, press [CD 6].

3

Intro mode cancelled and the playback continues.

INTRO function is cancelled after playing the fi rst track in the last album.
To stop during the process, press [INTRO] or [CLEAR 7 ].

• This function does not work during any random/program mode.

Album/Track title search Album/Track title search

MP3

Enable you to search your desired album or track.

NOTE on CDs

• This unit can access up to 99 tracks.

• Choose CD with this mark.

• 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 due to the condition of
the recording.

• Do not use irregular shaped disc.

• Do not use disc 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 CD.

Not doing the following will cause damage to the unit.

• “GOOD BYE” is displayed when the unit turns off. Remove the

power plug after this display disappears.

• Always press [0 OPEN/CLOSE] to insert or remove a disc.

• Do not push or pull out the tray by hand as this will cause an
accident.

Press [CD 6] and then [CLEAR 7].

1

For album title search, press [TITLE SEARCH] once.

2

For track title search, press [TITLE SEARCH] twice.
Press the numeric buttons repeatedly to select your

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desired character then press [3/FF/¢] to key in the
next character.

• You can enter up to 9 characters.

• To edit, press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to revise any
characters.

• To delete, move the cursor over the character and then
press [DEL].

Numbered
buttons

h

10

Press [ENTER].

4

Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to search for

Characters Numbered

buttons

1 1 6 M N O 6
2 A B C 2 7 P Q R S 7
3 D E F 3 8 T U V 8
4 G H I 4 9 W X Y Z 9
5 J K L 5 0 0

space ! “ # $ % & ’ ( ) ∗ + , – . / : ; = ? _

Characters

8

previous or next match.
Press [CD 6] to start play from the album/track

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found.

• “NOT FOUND” is displayed when there is no match.

• This function does not work during any random/program mode.

• Place the disc label-up in the center of tray.

• Insert only one disc into each tray.

NOTE on MP3

• When “NOT MP3 /ERROR1” appea rs on the displ ay, an unsu pporte d
MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that track and play
the next one.

• 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 3­digits numbers in the order you want to play them.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

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Cassette tape – Play and record

Top of the unit

Cassette lid

Basic playBasic play

Press [OPEN 0] on top of the unit.

1

Insert a cassette.

2

B

B

Forward side

Close the lid by hand.

3

Press [TA PE 3] to start play.

4

To play the other side of the cassette, turn the cassette
over.

To Ac tion

stop tape playback Press [CLEAR 7].

start one touch play Press [TAPE 3] when the unit is OFF with

fast-forward and
rewind

the cassette loaded.

Press [4/REW/4 ] or [3/FF/¢] in the
stop mode.

Insert inside the
guides

TPS (Tape Program Sensor)TPS (Tape Program Sensor)

This function enables you to search the beginning of a track,
up to a maximum of 9.

Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] during play.

Play resumes from the track found.

TPS may not function properly with:

• Short silent parts

• Noise occurs between tunes

• Silent parts found within tunes

Before recordingBefore recording

Preparation

Wind up the leader tape so that recording can begin
immediately.

• Use normal position tapes.

• High position and metal position tapes can be used, but this unit
will not be able to record or erase them correctly.

Recording the radioRecording the radio

Insert the cassette to be recorded on.

1

Tune to the required station (refer page 11).

2

Press [¶/8 REC] to start recording.

3

Recording CDsRecording CDs

Insert the cassette to be recorded on.

1

B

B

Forward side

Press [CD 6] and then [STOP 7, –DEMO].

2

Press [0 OPEN/CLOSE] to insert the CD.

3

Press again to close.
Press [PLAY MODE] to select your desired mode

4

(refer page 7).
Press [¶/8 REC] to start recording.

5

Insert inside the
guides

Recording programmed tracksRecording programmed tracks

Program the tracks you want (refer page 8).

1

Press [¶/8 REC] to start recording.

2

Other basic operationsOther basic operations

To Ac tion

erase a recorded
sound

stop recording Press [CLEAR 7].

stop recording
temporarily

record on the other
side of the tape

Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording pre­recorded tapes or discs or other published or broadcast
material may infringe copyright laws.

Erasure preventionErasure prevention

The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent
recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown.

1) Insert the cassette to be recorded on.

2) Press [TAPE 3] and then [CLEAR 7 ].

3) Press [¶ /8 REC].

1) Press [¶/8 REC].

2) Press again to resume recording.

Turn the cassette over and press
[¶/ 8 REC].

Side A

To re-record

Normal tape

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Tab for side ATab for side B

Adhesive tape

Radio – Tune

Numeric
buttons

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Manual tuningManual tuning

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

1

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

2

Press[4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to select the

3

frequency of the required station.

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

To tune automatically

Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] for a moment until the
frequency starts changing rapidly. The unit begins auto
tuning, stopping when it fi nds a station.

• Auto tuning may be interrupted when there is excessive
interference.

• To cancel auto tuning, press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢]
once again.

To improve FM sound qualityTo improve FM sound quality

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

To cancel

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

• MONO is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.

• Turn off “MONO” for normal listening.

RDS broadcasting (For Europe)RDS broadcasting (For Europe)

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

Press [DISPLAY] to display:

Station Name (PS)

Frequency display

• RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.

Program type displays

NEWS
AFFAIRS
INFO
SPORT
EDUCATE
DRAMA
CULTURE
SCIENCE

M.O.R.M = “Middle of the road music”

VARIED
POP M
ROCK M
M.O.R.M
LIGHT M
CLASSICS
OTHER M
WEATHER

Program Type (PTY)

FINANCE
CHILDREN
SOCIAL A
RELIGION
PHONE IN
TRAVEL
LEISURE
JAZZ

COUNTRY
NATIONAL
OLDIES
FOLK M
DOCUMENT
TEST
ALARM

Memory presetMemory preset

Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.

Preparation

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

Automatic presettingAutomatic presetting

Press and hold [PROGRAM] to start presetting.

Manual presettingManual presetting

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

1

Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to tune to the

2

required station.
Press [PROGRAM].

3

Press numeric buttons to select a channel.

4

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

Selecting a preset stationSelecting a preset station

Press numeric buttons to select the channel.

• For channels 10 to 15 press [h10], then the two digits.

OR

Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRESET”.

1

Press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢] to select the

2

channel.

AM allocation settingAM allocation setting

• 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 changing the setting, previously preset frequency
will be cleared.

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Timer

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Setting the clockSetting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

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

1

Each time you press the button:

CLOCK

Within 5 seconds, press [4/REW/4] or

2

[3/FF/¢] to set the time.

˚ PLAY

Original display

˚ REC

Using the play or record timerUsing the play or record timer

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake
you up (play timer) or to record from the radio or an aux
source (record timer).

Turn the unit on and set the clock.

Timer Action

Play timer Prepare the music source you want to listen to;

Record timer Check the cassette’s erasure prevention tabs

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select your desired timer.

1

Each time you press the button:

Within 5 seconds, press [4/REW/4] or [3/FF/¢]

2

to set the starting time.

Play timer indicator

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to confirm.

3

Repeat steps 2 to 3 to set the fi nishing time.

4

tape, CD number (1~5), radio or AUX, and set the
volume.

(refer page 10), insert the cassette and tune to
the radio station (refer page 11) or select the aux
source (refer page 13).

CLOCK

Start time

Finish time

˚ PLAY

Original display

Record timer indicator

˚ REC

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Press [CLOCK/TIMER] again to confirm.

3

Displaying the clock

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

• The clock may lose or gain some time over a period. Readjust if
necessary.

Using the sleep timerUsing the sleep timer

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

Press [SLEEP] to select your desired time.

SLEEP 30 SLEEP 60 SLEEP 90

SLEEP 120SLEEP OFF

Sleep timer indicator

To cancel

Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF”.

Changing the remaining time

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

• The play and sleep timer or the record 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/REC] to turn on your desired timer.

5

6

To enjoy the desired source after the timer setting is
completed.

The volume level (for play timer) and music source are stored
in the timer memory and the timer will start in these preset
conditions. However, the CD numbers do not get stored in
the timer memory.

1. After step 5, start playing the desired source.

2. Reset the CD numbers if you have changed any of them,
confi rm that a CD or cassette is inserted, then press [y ] to
put the unit on standby.

˚ PLAY

Press [y] to turn off the unit.

The unit must be off for the timers to operate.

no display (off)˚ REC

Other basic operationsOther basic operations

To Ac tion

change the settings

change the source
or volume

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

cancel Press [˚PLAY/REC] to clear the timer

Repeat steps 1 to 4 and 6 above.

1) Press [˚PLAY/REC] to clear the timer
indicator from the display.

2) Make changes to the source or
volume.

3) Do steps 5 to 6 as above.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to
select ˚PLAY or ˚REC.

indicators from the display.

• Play timer and record timer cannot be used together.

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

• The record timer will start 30 seconds before the set time with the
volume muted.

• The timer comes on at the set time everyday 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 AUX is selected as the source, when the timer comes on, the
system turns on and engages AUX as the source. If you want to
playback or record from a connected unit, set the other unit’s timer
to the same time. (See the other unit’s instruction manual.)

External unit

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Connecting external unitConnecting external unit

Preparation

• Make sure that the power supply for all components has

been turned off before making any connections.

• For details, refer to the operating instructions of the unit

which is to be connected.

• All peripheral components and cables sold separately.

Connecting analogue equipmentConnecting analogue equipment

This example shows how to connect an analogue player with
a PHONO OUT/LINE OUT switch.
When units other than those described are to be connected,
please consult your dealer.

“LINE OUT”

position

Analogue player (not included) Rear panel of this unit

• An analogue player with a built-in phono equalizer can be
connected.

• Set the switch to the “LINE OUT” position at the back of the
analogue player.

(L)

(R)

AUX

R L

Playing or recording from an external Playing or recording from an external
unitunit

Press [AUX].

1

For listening: Proceed to step 3.

2

For recording: Press [¶/8 REC] to start recording.
Start playback from the external source. (For details,

3

refer to the external unit’s instruction manual.)

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

Super sound EQSuper sound EQ

Provide you with clearer bass and treble effects.

To activate

Press [S.SOUND EQ] to display “S.SOUND EQ” indicator.

To cancel

Press [S.SOUND EQ] again to clear “S.SOUND EQ”
indicator.

Preset EQPreset EQ

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

HEAVY → CLEAR → SOFT → VOCAL → EQ-OFF

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 trebleBass or treble

Enable you to enjoy the lower or higher pitch sound.

Press [BASS/TREBLE] repeatedly to select your

1

desired setting.

Setting Effect

BASS For lower pitch sound

TREBLE For higher pitch sound

Press [∞] or [5] to adjust the level.

2

The tone level can be varied within -3 to +3.

Enjoying surround soundEnjoying 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.

• 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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Troubleshooting guide

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.

Sound is unfi xed, reversed or comes
from one speaker only.

Humming heard during play.

“ERROR” is displayed.
“– –:– –” appears on the display.

“F61” 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 cables may not be connected properly. Turn the unit off, check and correct the
connections and turn the unit on (refer page 4).

Check the speaker connections (refer page 4).

An AC mains lead or fl uorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cables
away from this unit’s cables.

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 (refer page 12).

Check and correct the speaker cable connections (refer page 4).
If this does not fi x the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.

Use an outdoor antenna (refer page 5).

Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.

Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.

When there is a television set nearby

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

Using the cassette deck

Recording is not possible.

Playing discs

The display is wrong or play won’t
start.

The total number of tracks displayed
differs each time the same disc is
inserted.
Unusual sound is heard.

CD-RW cannot be read.

“VBR–” is displayed instead of the
remaining play time.

“TAKE OUT/ DISC” appears on the
display.

The remote control

Remote control doesn’t work.

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

If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape (refer
page 10).

The disc may be upside down (refer 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.

The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Replace the disc.

The disc was incompletely formatted. Use the recording equipment to fully format the disc
before recording.

The unit cannot display the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.

There is a problem with the disc mechanism. (A power failure may have occurred.)
The tray will open automatically. Remove the disc from the tray, and after ensuring there is
no disc in the tray, close it. The unit will make the disc changing noises for a few moments
and then it should operate normally.

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

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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.

SUOMI

VAROITUS!

LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTIS TAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄ VÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.

VAROITUS!

• ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA
KABINET TITYYPPISEEN KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN
SULJET TUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS ONNISTUISI.
VAR MISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU
MATERIAALI EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA
VÄLTETTÄISIIN YLIKUUMENEMISESTA JOHTUVA
SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TU LIPALOVAARA.

• ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA
SANOMALEHDELLÄ, PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA
TAI MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.

• ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA
AVOTULEN LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

• HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA
VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA.

VAROITUS:

TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA
KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI
LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE,
VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ
SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI
MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.

NORSK

ADVARSEL!

DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.
BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER
ELLER ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER
BESKREVET I DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN
FØRE TIL FARLIG BE STRÅLING.
DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI
Å RE PARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT
SERVICE OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES
AV KVALIFI SERT PERSONELL.

ADVARSEL!

• APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE,
ET INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET
LUKKET STED HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE
ER UTIL STREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT
GARDINER ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER
VENTILASJONSFORHOL DENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR
ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET
AV OVERHETING UNNGÅS.

• APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE
DEKKES TIL MED AVISER, BORDDUKER, GARDINER
OG LIGNENDE.

• PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS,
OPPÅ APPARATET.

• BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE
FOR MILJØET.

ADVARSEL:

FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK
STØT ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE
APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET,
VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER
IKKE PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN, SLIK
SOM BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.

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Specifi cations

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS Output Power both channel driven
10% Total harmonic distortion
1 kHz

(Low channel) SC-PM19 41 W per channel (6 Ω)

8 kHz

(High channel) SC-PM19 39 W per channel (6 Ω)

Total Bi-Amp power
Output Impedance
Headphone 16Ω – 32Ω

FM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range

87.50

Sensitivity 1.02 µV (IHF)
S/N 26 dB 1.00 µV
Antenna terminal(s) 75 Ω (unbalanced)

AM TUNER SECTION

Frequency range
522 kHz – 1629
520 kHz – 1630 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Sensitivity
S/N 20 dB (at 999 kHz) 900 µV/m

CASSETTE DECK SECTION

Track system 4 track, 2 channel
Heads
Record/playback Solid permalloy head
Erasure Double gap ferrite head
Motor DC servo motor
Recording system AC bias 100
Erase system AC erase 100 kHz
Tape speed 4.8 cm/s
Overall frequency response (+3 dB, –6 dB) at DECK OUT
NORMAL 35 Hz – 14 kHz
S/N RATIO 42.64 dB (A weighted)
Wow and fl utter 0.08% (WRMS)
Fast forward and rewind time

Approx. 120 seconds with C-60 cassette tape

CD SECTION

Disc
CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 8 cm/12 cm
Sampling frequency 44.1
Decoding 16/20/24 bit linear
Pick up
Beam source Semiconductor laser
Wavelength 780 nm

(For Norge)
Bølgelengde 780 nm
Laserstyrke Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut

Number of channels Stereo
Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+1dB, –2 dB)
Wow and fl utter Below measurable limit
Digital fi lter 8
D/A converter MASH (1 bit DAC)

MP3
Bit rate 32 kbps – 320 kbps
Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

SC-PM19 80 W per channel

MHz – 108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)

kHz (9 kHz steps)

SPEAKER SECTION

Type 2 way, 2 speaker system
Speaker(s)
Woofer 10 cm cone type
Tweeter 6
Impedance 6 Ω
Input power (IEC)

HIGH 80
LOW 80 W (Max)

Output sound pressure level
For Australia and N.Z. 79 dB/W (1.0 m)
For others 81 dB/W (1.0 m)

Cross over frequency
For Australia and N.Z. 3
For others 2.5 kHz

Frequency range
For Australia and N.Z. 45

50 Hz – 25 kHz (–10 dB)
For others 55

75 Hz – 20 kHz (–10 dB)

Dimensions (WxHxD)
For Australia and N.Z. 153 mm x 254 mm x 239 mm
For others 145 mm x 254 mm x 217 mm
Mass
For Australia and N.Z. 1.8 kg
For others 2

GENERAL

Power supply
For Continental Europe AC 230 V, 50 Hz

kHz

For United Kingdom, Australia and N.Z.
AC 230 – 240 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption 130
Dimensions (WxHxD) 175 mm x 254 mm x 391 mm
Mass 5.6 kg

Power consumption in standby mode 0.6 W

Notes:

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

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum

kHz

analyzer.

3. The labels “HIGH” and “LOW” on the rear of the speakers refer to
High frequency and Low frequency.

MaintenanceMaintenance

If the surfaces are dirtyIf 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.

• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions

fs

that came with the cloth carefully.

For a cleaner crisper soundFor a cleaner crisper sound

Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback
and recording.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).

cm cone type

W (Max)

kHz

Hz – 26 kHz (–16 dB)

Hz – 22 kHz (–16 dB)

kg

W

1
2
3

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

When moving the unitWhen moving the unit

Remove all discs.
Press [y/I] to turn the unit off.
Disconnect the AC mains lead.

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