Panasonic SC-PMX9 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-PMX9

Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................ 2

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

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

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

Making the connections.......................................................................4

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

Overview of controls ............................................................................5

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

Media information.................................................................................6

Network settings ................................................................................... 6

Using AirPlay with this system’s speakers ......................................10

Playing back music files on the DLNA server..................................11

Bluetooth About Bluetooth

Media Playback operations ................................................................12

Radio ....................................................................................................13

Clock and timers.................................................................................14

Sound effects ......................................................................................14

Using the auxiliary input ....................................................................14

Others ..................................................................................................15

Troubleshooting..................................................................................16

Specifications......................................................................................18

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)................................................19

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)...........................................20

operations ........................................................................11

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Do the procedures with the remote control. You can also

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

CAUTION :

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

NOT OPEN

(Inside of product)

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

Your system and the illustrations can look differently. These owner’s Manual are applicable to the following

system.

System SC-PMX9

Main unit SA-PMX9

Speakers SB-PMX9

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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 power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power 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 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.

-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.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND

R6/LR6, AA

CANADA

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm (7 or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules.

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥ Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Caution!

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Supplied accessories

Check and identify the supplied accessories.

1 x AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00022)

1 x FM indoor antenna

(RSAX0002)

2 x Speaker cables

(REE1840)

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000896)

1 x Remote control battery

Maintenance

• To clean the main unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

• To clean the speakers, wipe with a fine-textured and dry cloth such as a microfibre cleaning 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

• 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 front of the main unit, within an angle of approximately 30° to the left and right.

(23 ft)

directly in

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Making the connections

To household AC outlet

Tape (not supplied)

Black

Red

Black

Red

Cable with a red line

DVD player (not supplied)

Rear panel of this main unit

Audio cable (not supplied)

Tweeter

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all the other connections have been made.

Connecting other equipment

You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc.

Placement of speakers

1 Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Place the antenna where reception is best.

• Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

2 Connect the speakers.

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

• Connect the cable with a red line to the red terminal (r).

3 Connect the AC power supply cord.

Do not use an AC power supply cord with other equipment.

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Conserving power

The system consumes approximately 0.2 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.

Note:

• Disconnect the AC power supply cord 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.

• For information on the connection of a LAN cable, refer to page 6.

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 (13/32 q) 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.

Overview of controls

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OPEN/CLOSE

D.BASS

VOLUME

SELECTORCDiPod

BASS TREBLE

iPad

SETUP

SELECTOR

Top vi ew

iPad

OPEN/CLOSE

iPod/iPhone (not supplied)

Lightning connector

Select “iPod_Dock” as the source

Open the cover and connect an iPod/iPhone with Lightning connector.

Select “iPod_Port” as the source

“USB” is displayed when a compatible USB device is inserted.

• Do not connect the following models: iPod classic, iPod [4th (color display), and 5th (video) generation], iPod nano (1st generation) Unexpected behaviour may occur.

Select “CD” as the source

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]

> [1] > [6]

Inserting media

3 Delete a programed track 4 Select audio source

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

[CD]: “CD” [SELECTOR]:

--. “BLUETOOTH” --. “FM” --.

“CD”

“

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 program function 11 Adjust the volume of the system 12 Mute the sound of the system

Press the button again to cancel. “MUTE” is also canceled 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 (

• 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.

/8q) stereo (not supplied)

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

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23 Remote control sensor

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“iPod_Dock” (Using Lightning connector):

LAN Cable (not supplied)

Broadband router, etc.

e.g.,

• Make sure that the iPod/iPhone is fully inserted and its back is resting against the cushion pad.

• Make sure to remove the iPod/iPhone from its case.

• Make sure to align your iPod/iPhone with the connector when inserting.

“iPod_Port”:

• Use the dedicated USB cable (not supplied) for iPod/ iPhone/iPad.

• Insert the USB device directly. Do not use any USB extension cable.

• Before removing the USB device, select a source other than “USB”.

Disc tray:

• Remove the CD only after it stops rotating.

Charging an iPod/iPhone/iPad

Charging starts when an iPod/iPhone/iPad is connected to this system.

• During standby mode, charging will not start from the “iPod_Port” connection, however it will start as usual from the “iPod_Dock” connection.

- To charge from the “iPod_Port” connection, start the

charging before turning this unit to standby mode.

• See the iPod/iPhone/iPad display for its battery charging status.

• Disconnect the iPod/iPhone/iPad if it is not used for an extended period of time after charging is complete.

• Charging stops when the battery is fully charged. The battery will deplete naturally.

Media information

• Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for the loss of data and/or information.

Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad

Compatible with “iPod_Dock” connection (Using Lightning connector)

iPhone 5

iPod touch (5th generation)

iPod nano (7th generation)

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Compatible with “iPod_Port” connection [Using dedicated USB cable (not supplied)]

iPhone 5 / iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G / iPhone

iPad (3rd, and 4th generation) / iPad 2 / iPad / iPad mini

iPod touch

1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation

iPod nano

2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th generation

(as of January 2013)

Note:

• Compatibility depends on the software version. Update your iPod/iPhone/iPad to the latest software before using it with this unit.

• Read the User Guide of the iPod/iPhone/iPad for the operating instructions.

Compatible USB devices

• USB devices that support bulk-only transfer.

Note:

• Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as albums.

• Track must have the extension “.mp3”, “.MP3”, “.flac” or “.FLAC”.

• This system can access up to:

- 255 albums (including root folder)

- 2500 tracks

- 999 tracks in one album

• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.

• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.

• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT16/FAT32 file system is supported).

Compatible CD

• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3 format content.

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

Note:

• Some CD-R/RW cannot be played because of the condition of the recording.

• MP3 files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as albums.

• This system can access up to:

- CD-DA: 99 tracks

- MP3: 999 tracks, 255 albums (including root folder) and

20 sessions

• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them.

Network settings

You can stream music from an iOS device (iPhone, iPod, iPad), an Android™ device or a Mac/PC to this system’s speakers by using the AirPlay or DLNA feature. To use these features, this system must join the same network as the AirPlay compatible device (> 10) or the DLNA compatible device.

• It is also possible to use AirPlay without a network router. (> 10, “Directly streaming to this system (AirPlay)”)

• Switching between a wired LAN connection and a wireless LAN connection may cause the connection settings to be initialized. In that case, make the settings again.

• For a stable connection to the network, a wired LAN connection is recommended.

Wired LAN connection

Normally, just connecting a LAN cable will complete the setup.

1 Connect the main unit to a broadband router, etc.

using LAN cable while the AC power supply cord is disconnected.

2 Connect the AC power supply cord to the main unit

and turn this system on.

This unit is ready for use when “ ” is indicated on the display.

• The LAN cable must be connected or disconnected while

Does your wireless network router support

WPS?

Yes

right,

“Method 1”

l 8,

“Method 2”

l 8,

“Method 3”

No / Do not know

Yes No

Are you using an

iPod touch/iPhone/iPad?

Is the iOS version 5.0 or later?

the AC power supply cord is disconnected.

• Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.

• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN port can damage the unit.

• When a LAN cable is connected, wireless settings will be canceled.

You can perform network-related settings individually.

jIf your home wireless network has been configured to

use specific IP Addresses, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS, etc.

jIf you want to change the name of this system that is

displayed as the AirPlay speakers or DLNA renderer.

1 Connect the main unit directly to your computer using

LAN cable while the AC power supply cord is disconnected.

2 Connect the AC power supply cord to the main unit and

turn this system on. After

“ ” is indicated on the display,

address for this unit.

4 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to

select “Net Setup” and then press [OK].

5 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to

select “Manual” and then press [OK].

6 When “Setting” blinks on the display, start an Internet

browser on your computer and then type the IP address for this unit checked in step 3 into the address field and display the setup screen.

• It may take a few minutes until the setup screen is available to be displayed on the browser depending on the environment.In that case, reload the browser.

• If you have reloaded the browser repeatedly for 10 minutes and the setup screen is still not displayed, perform a memory reset to restore the factory presets (> 17) and redo the setup from the beginning.

7 Select and input the details. 8 Select “JOIN” to apply the settings. 9 The settings are completed when “Success” is

displayed.

10 Turn off this unit and then disconnect the AC power

supply cord.

11 Perform “Wired LAN connection”. (> 6)

(> 15, “IP/MAC Address”)

check the IP

Wireless LAN connection

This system has built-in Wi-Fi wireless router.

Preparation

• Place this system as close to the wireless network router as possible.

• Disconnect the LAN cable.

• Point the antenna on the rear of the main unit up as shown in the figure.

• Do not perform the following:

- Tilting the antenna forward or

backwards when it is pointing up

- Applying too much force to the

antenna

- Carrying this unit by holding the

antenna

and can be connected to a

1 Turn this system on. 2 Follow the chart below to choose the network setting

method.

• If you want to perform wireless setting with your Mac/PC, or you want to apply the advanced setting, try “Method 4” on page 9.

• To cancel this setting in the middle, press [Í] to turn off this system.

• Simultaneous use with other 2.4 GHz devices, such as microwaves, cordless telephones, etc., may result in connection interruptions.

• For up to date compatibility information on your wireless network router refer to http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Method 1

If your wireless network router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup

∫ Using the WPS Push Button Configuration

(PBC)

The WPS identifier mark

WPS Push Button Configuration (PBC) compatible wireless network router may have this mark.

1 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to

select “Net Setup” and then press [OK]. *

“With iPod” is indicated on the display.

2 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to

select “WPS Push” and then press [OK]. *

“WPS” flashes on the display.

• Complete step 3 within 2 mins.

3 After “WPS” is indicated, press the WPS button on

the wireless network router.

4 The settings are completed when “Success” is

displayed.

“ ” is indicated on the display.

“Fail” may be displayed if the connection was not made within the set time limit. Try the setting again. If “Fail” is still displayed, try other methods on page 8 or 9.

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5 Press [OK] on the remote control to exit the setting.

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