Panasonic SC-PM45DB User Manual

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

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.

Table of contents

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

Caution for AC mains lead .................... 3

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

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

Getting started ....................................... 6

Overview of controls ............................. 7

Discs ....................................................... 9

FM radio .................................................. 10

DAB ......................................................... 11

Timer ....................................................... 15

Sound adjustment ................................. 16

External unit ........................................... 17

Troubleshooting guide .......................... 18

Speciﬁ cations ........................................ 19

Maintenance ........................................... 19

Model No. SC-PM45DB

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIESSUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (As of January 2007)

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000079)

1 x FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L1)

1 x Antenna plug

adaptor

1 x AC mains lead

(K2CT3CA00004)

1 x DAB “T” antenna

(N1EADY000001)

2 x Remote control

batteries

(K1YZ02000013)

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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-PM45DB

Main unit SA-PM45DB

Speakers SB-PM45

Back of product

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.

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.

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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Caution for AC mains lead

(For United Kingdom)

– If you see this symbol –

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

(“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.

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.

Placement of speakers

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

Tweeter

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.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

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

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

Place the speakers so that the tweeter is on the outside.

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.

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

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

Step 1Step 1

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

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 6).

- Making the connections - Making the connections

Connect the DAB “T” antenna

Be sure to fully tighten the screw.

Adhesive tape

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Connect the speaker cables.

Red (ª)

Black (·)

Incorrect connection can damage the unit.

Black (·)

Red (ª)

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Adhesive tape

FM indoor antenna

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

To household mains socket

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

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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Getting started

Optional antenna connectionsOptional antenna connections

FM outdoor antenna DAB outdoor antenna

FM outdoor antenna

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.

(not included)

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DAB outdoor antenna

(not included)

Be sure to fully tighten the screw.

Step 2Step 2

Step 3Step 3

- Inserting batteries into the remote control - Inserting batteries into the remote control

- DEMO function - DEMO function

■ 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 7 for remote control signal sensor position.

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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