Panasonic SC-PMX7DB Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

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Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

Model No. SC-PMX7DB

Table of contents

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

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

Maintenance ...........................................................................................3

Preparing the remote control................................................................3

Making the connections........................................................................3

Placement of speakers.......................................................................... 4

Overview of controls .............................................................................4

Inserting media ......................................................................................5

Media information..................................................................................5

Bluetooth About Bluetooth

Media Playback operations ................................................................... 7

Radio .......................................................................................................8

DAB/DAB+ ..............................................................................................8

Clock and timers....................................................................................9

Sound effects ......................................................................................... 9

Using the auxiliary input ....................................................................... 9

Others .....................................................................................................9

Troubleshooting...................................................................................10

Specifications....................................................................................... 11

Caution for AC Mains Lead................................................. Back Cover

operations ...........................................................................6

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Do the procedures with the remote control. You can

also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the same.

Your system and the illustrations can look differently. These operating instructions are applicable to the

following system.

System SC-PMX7DB

Main unit SA-PMX7DB

Speakers SB-PMX7

Safety precautions

WARNING!

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.

- Use only the recommended accessories.

- Do not remove covers.

- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION!

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

- Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

- Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

- Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.

• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.

• The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

• This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please

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increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.

• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Battery

• Do not break open or short-circuit the battery.

• Do not charge the alkaline or manganese battery.

• Do not use the battery if the cover has peeled off.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

• Remove the battery if you do not use the remote control for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

“Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone”, and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and

recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the

European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and

electronic equipment, please contact your

dealer or supplier for further information.

[

Information on Disposal in other

Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol

(bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination

with a chemical symbol. In this case it

complies with the requirement set by the

Directive for the chemical involved.

Supplied accessories

R6/LR6, AA

To household mains socket

Tape (not supplied)

Be sure to fully tighten the nut.

Black

Red

Black

Red

Copper

Silver

DVD player (not supplied)

Rear panel of this main unit

Audio cable (not supplied)

Check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 x AC mains lead

(K2CT2YY00097)

1 x DAB antenna

(N1EADY000001)

2 x Speaker cables

(RFAV0074A-1)

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000896)

1 x Remote control battery

Maintenance

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

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

• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

Preparing the remote control

Making the connections

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

1 Connect the DAB antenna.

Place the antenna where reception is best.

• Use DAB outdoor antenna (not supplied) for better reception.

2 Connect the speakers.

Conserving power

The system consumes approximately 0.4 W when it is in standby mode. Disconnect the power supply if you do not use the system. Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system. You have to set them again.

Connecting other equipment

You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc.

Note:

• Disconnect the AC mains lead before connection.

• Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.

• Components and cables are sold separately.

• If you want to connect equipment other than those described, refer to the audio dealer.

• Sound distortion can occur when you use an adaptor.

Use alkaline or manganese battery. Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with

those in the remote control. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor,

away from obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the main unit.

Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

3 Connect the AC mains lead.

Do not use an AC mains lead with other equipment.

READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD ON BACK COVER BEFORE CONNECTION.

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Placement of speakers

Twee ter

21 22

OPEN/CLOSE

D.BASS

VOLUME

SELECTORCDiPod

BASS TREBLE

iPad

SETUP

SELECTOR

Top vi ew

Place the speakers so that the tweeter is on the inner side. To prevent damage to the speakers, do not touch the speaker cones if you remove the nets.

Use only the supplied speakers.

The combination of the main unit and speakers give the best sound. You can cause damage to the system and decrease the sound quality if you use other speakers.

Note:

• Keep your speakers more than 10 mm from the main unit for ventilation.

• Put the speakers on a flat safe surface.

• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not put them near TVs, PCs or other equipment easily influenced by magnetism.

• When you play at high levels for a long period, it can cause damage to the system and decrease the life of the system.

• Decrease the volume in these conditions to prevent damage:

- When you play distorted sound.

- When you adjust the sound quality.

CAUTION!

• Use the speakers only with the recommended system. If not, you can cause damage to the amplifier and speakers and can cause a fire. Consult an approved service personnel if damage occurs or if there is a sudden apparent change in performance.

• Do the procedures included in these instructions when you attach the speakers.

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Overview of controls

1 Standby/on switch [Í], [Í/I]

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.

2 Numeric buttons [1 to 9, 0, S10]

To select a 2-digit number Example: 16: [S10]

3 Delete a programmed track 4 Select audio source

[iPod]: “iPod_Dock” ,. “iPod_Port” / “USB” [CD]: “CD” [SELECTOR]:

“CD”

--. “BLUETOOTH” --. “DAB/DAB+” --. “FM”

“iPod_Port” / “USB” ( “iPod_Dock” ( “AUX”

5 Basic playback control 6 Select the sound effects 7 View the iPod menu 8 View content information 9 Clock and timer operation 10 Set the programme function 11 Adjust the volume of the system 12 Mute the sound of the system

Press the button again to cancel. “MUTE” is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you switch off the system.

13 Set the play menu item 14 Set the radio menu item 15 Select the option 16 Enter setup menu 17 “iPod_Dock” for iPod/iPhone

18 Headphones jack ( )

• Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo (not supplied)

• Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears.

19 Display panel 20 “iPod_Port” for iPod/iPhone/iPad and USB devices 21 Open or close the disc tray 22 Disc tray 23 Remote control sensor

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