Panasonic SC-PM700GNS Micro HiFi Systems Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-PM700

SC-PM700GNS Micro HiFi Systems

Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

If you have any questions, visit:
U.S.A.: https://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Register online at https://shop.panasonic.com/support (U.S. customers only)

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

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER …….. SC-PM700
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following:

| AC
---|---
| DC
| Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.)
|| ON
| Standby

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.
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.

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 the recommended accessories.
  – Do not remove covers.
  – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
  – Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.

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.

• Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.

•  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.

AC power supply cord

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

Battery

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

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

• 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.

• 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.

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

• Avoid the use in the following conditions
  – High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage or transportation.
  – Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type.
  – Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
  – Extremely high temperature and/or extremely low air pressure that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

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

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

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contains FCC ID: ACJ-B42R1801
Contains IC: 216A-B42R1801
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm (7⅞”) or more away from person’s body.

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 partic- ular 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.

FCC Caution:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: SC-PM700
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North
America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark,
NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B

Maintenance

Disconnect the AC power supply cord before 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.

References

About Bluetooth®
Panasonic cannot be held responsible for data and/or information that can possibly be compromised during a wireless transmission.

Frequency band

• This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

Certification

• This system conforms to the frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws.
  Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.

• The actions below are punishable by law:
  – Taking apart or modifying the main unit.
  – Removing specification indications.

Restrictions of use

•  Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth® equipped devices is not guaranteed.
• All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• Depending on the specifications and settings of a device, it can fail to connect or some operations can be different.
• This system supports Bluetooth® security features. But depending on the operating environment and/or settings, this security is possibly not sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.
• This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth® device.

Range of use

• Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m (33 ft).
• The range can decrease depending on the environment, obstacles or interference.

Interference from other devices

• This system may not function properly and troubles such as noise and sound jumps may arise due to radio wave interference if this unit is located too close to other Bluetooth® devices or the devices that use the 2.4 GHz band.
• This system may not function properly if radio waves from a nearby broadcasting station, etc. is too strong.

Intended usage

• This system is for normal, general use only.
• Do not use this system near an equipment or in an environment that is sensitive to radio frequency interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories, etc.).

Licenses

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

Supplied accessories

Check and identify the supplied accessories.

• 1 AC power supply cord
  (K2CB2YY00065)

•  1 FM indoor antenna
  (RSAX0002)

•  1 Remote control
  (N2QAYB000984)

Note:

• Product numbers correct as of March 2023. These may be subject to change.
• The included Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English printing on the main unit and remote control.

Placement of speakers

The left and right speakers are the same.

Use only the supplied speakers.
You can cause damage to the system and decrease the sound quality if you use other speakers.
Note:

• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm ( 13/32″) away from the system for proper 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 speakers and decrease the life of the speakers.
•  Decrease the volume in these conditions to prevent damage:
  – When the sound is distorted.
  – 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 not modify the speaker or speaker wires as this can cause damage to the system.

Making the connections

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

1. Connect the FM indoor antenna.
   Put the antenna where reception is best.

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.

3. Connect the AC power supply cord.
   Do not use an AC power supply cord from other equipment.
   

Conserving power
The system consumes a small amount of power ( “Specifications”) 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.

Overview of controls

Do the procedures with the remote control. You can also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the same.

1. Standby/on switch
   Press to turn the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

2. Select the audio source
   On the main unit:
   Press [SELECTOR] repeatedly to select the source:

To start Bluetooth® pairing, press and hold
[– PAIRING].

3.  Basic playback control

4.  View the setup menu

5. View the content information

6.  Select or confirm the option

7.  Open or close the disc tray

8.  Decrease the brightness of the display panel
   To cancel, press the button again.

9. Adjust the volume level

10. Mute the sound
    To cancel, press the button again.
    “MUTE” is also canceled when you adjust the volume or when you turn off the system.

11. View the play menu

12.  Select the sound effects

13.  Disc tray

14.  Remote control sensor
    Distance: Within approximately 7 m (23 ft)
    Angle: Approximately 10° up and 30° down, 30° left and right

15. Display panel

16. Headphones jack
    Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm (⅛”) stereo (not supplied)
    – Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
    – Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears.

17. USB port (DC 5 V 500 mA)

Preparing the remote control

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

Preparing the media

Disc

1. Press [CD ] (main unit: [ ]) to open the disc tray.
   Put in a disc with the label facing up.

Press again to close the disc tray.

2. Press [USB/CD] (main unit: [SELECTOR]) repeatedly to select “CD”.

USB
Preparation
Before you connect a USB device to the system, make sure you do a backup of the data.

1. Decrease the volume and connect the USB device to the USB port.
   Hold the main unit when connecting or disconnecting the USB device.

2. Press [USB/CD] (main unit: [SELECTOR]) repeatedly to select “USB”.

Note:
Do not use a USB extension cable. The system cannot recognize USB device connected through a cable.

Bluetooth®

You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly through Bluetooth®.
Preparation

• Turn on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and put the device near the system.
• Read the operating instructions of the device for details.

Pairing a device
Preparation
If this system is connected to a Bluetooth® device, disconnect it ( “Disconnecting a device”).

1. Press [ ].
   If “PAIRING” is shown, continue with step 3.

2.  Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PAIRING” and then press [OK].

3. Select “SC-PM700” from the Bluetooth® menu of the device.
   If prompted for a passkey, input “0000”.
   The device connects with this system automatically after pairing is complete.
   The name of the connected device is shown for a few seconds.

Using the main unit

1. Press and hold [– PAIRING] until “PAIRING” is shown.
2. Select “SC-PM700” from the Bluetooth® menu of the device.

Note:
You can pair up to 8 devices with this system. If a 9th device is paired, the device that has not been used for the longest time will be replaced.

Connecting a device

Preparation
If this system is connected to a Bluetooth® device, disconnect it ( “Disconnecting a device”).

1. Press [   ]. “BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.

2.  Select “SC-PM700” from the Bluetooth® menu of the device.
   The name of the connected device is shown for a few seconds.

3. Start playback on the device.

Note:

•  A device must be paired to connect.
• This system can only connect to one device at a time.
• When “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the source, this system will automatically try to connect to the last connected device. (“LINKING” is shown during this process.)

Disconnecting a device
While a Bluetooth® device is connected

1.  Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “DISCONNECT?”.
2. Press [R, T] to select “OK? YES” and then press [OK].
   “BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.
   To cancel, select “OK? NO”.

Using the main unit
Press and hold [ – PAIRING] until “PAIRING” is shown.
Note:
A device is disconnected when you:
– Select a different source.
– Move the device out of the maximum range.
– Disable the Bluetooth® transmission of the device.
– Turn off the system or the device.

Media playback

The following marks indicate the availability of the feature.

CD : CD-R/RW in CD-DA format or with MP3 files.
USB : USB device with MP3 files.
BLUETOOTH : Bluetooth® device.

Basic playback
CD USB BLUETOOTH

USB
The position is memorized.
“RESUME” is shown.
Press again to stop fully.
Pause| Press .
Press again to continue playback.
Skip| Press to skip track.
CD USB
Press to skip MP3 album.
Search| Press and hold .

Note:
Depending on the Bluetooth® device, some operations may not work.

Viewing available information
CD USB BLUETOOTH

You can view the available information on the display panel.
Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly.
Example: MP3 album and track number display.

Note:

• Maximum characters that can be shown: approximately 32
• This system supports ver. 1.0, 1.1 and 2.3 ID3 tags.
• Text data that the system does not support can show differently.

Play menu
CD USB

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “PLAYMODE” or “REPEAT”.
2. Press to select the setting and then press [OK].

PLAYMODE

OFF
PLAYMODE| Cancel the setting.
1-TRACK
1| Play one selected track.
Press   to select the track.
1-ALBUM
1| Play one selected MP3 album.
Press to select the MP3 album.
RANDOM
RND| Play all tracks randomly.
1-ALBUM
RANDOM
1 RND| Play all tracks in one selected MP3 album randomly.
Press to select the MP3 album.
REPEAT
ON REPEAT
| Repeat playback.
OFF REPEAT| Cancel the setting.

Note:

• During random playback, you cannot skip to tracks which have been played.
• The setting is canceled when you open the disc tray or disconnect the USB device.

Link mode
BLUETOOTH
You can change the link mode to suit the connection type.
Preparation
If this system is connected to a Bluetooth® device, disconnect it ( “Disconnecting a device”).

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “LINK MODE”.
2.  Press to select the mode and then press [OK].

Note:

• Depending on the device, the playback image and sound may not be synchronized. In this case, select “MODE 1”.
•  Select “MODE 1” if the sound is interrupted.

Input level
BLUETOOTH

You can change the input level setting if the sound input level of the Bluetooth® transmission is too low.

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “INPUT LEVEL”.
2. Press   to select the level and then press [OK].

Note:
Select “LEVEL 0” if the sound is interrupted.

Note on disc

• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3 format content.
• Before playback, finalize the disc on the device it was recorded on.
• Some CD-R/RW cannot be played because of the condition of the recording.
• This system does not guarantee play of all types of discs.

Note on USB device

• This system does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.
• This system supports USB 2.0 full-speed.
• This system can support USB devices of up to 32 GB.
• Only FAT 12/16/32 file system is supported.

Note on MP3 file

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

• Tracks must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.

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

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

• This system does not guarantee play of all MP3s.
  MP3 file on disc

• This system can access up to:
  – 255 albums (including root folder)
  – 999 tracks
  – 20 sessions

• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).
  MP3 file on USB device

• This system can access up to:
  – 800 albums (including root folder)
  – 8000 tracks
  – 999 tracks in one album

FM Radio

Preparation Press [RADIO].

Manual tuning

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “TUNE MODE”.
2.  Press [ ] to select “MANUAL” and then press [OK].
3. Press to tune in to the station.
   To tune automatically, press and hold the button until the frequency starts changing quickly.
   “STEREO” is shown when a stereo broadcast is being received.

Memory presetting

You can preset up to 30 FM stations.

█ Automatic presetting

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “A.PRESET”.
2. Press [R, T] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT” and then press [OK].

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order.
To cancel, press [8].

█ Manual presetting

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “TUNE MODE”.
2.  Press [ ] to select “MANUAL” and then press [OK].
3. Press [ ] to tune in to the station.
4. Press [OK].
5. Press [ ] to select a preset number and th npress [OK].
   Do steps 3 through 5 again to preset more stations.
   The new station replaces any station that occupies the same preset number.

Selecting a preset station

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “TUNE MODE”.
2. Press [ ] to select “PRESET” and then press [OK].
3. Press [ ] to select the preset station.

Improving the sound quality

1. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “FM MODE”.
2. Press [ ] to select “MONO” and then press [OK].
   To cancel, select “STEREO”.
   “MONO” is also canceled when you change the frequency.
   To memorize the setting Continue with step 4 of “Manual presetting”.

Checking the signal status

Press [DISPLAY].

FM – – – –| The FM signal is weak.
The system is not tuned in to a station
---|---
FM ST| The FM signal is in stereo.
FM MONO| “MONO” is selected as the “FM MODE”.
The FM signal is in monaural.

FM allocation setting

This system can also receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps.

1. Press [RADIO].
2. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “FREQ.STEP”.
3. Press [R, T] to select “100kHz” and then press [OK].

After a few seconds, the display panel shows the current minimum radio frequency.

• To go back to the initial setting, do the above steps again and select “200kHz” in step 3.
• Preset frequencies are erased after you change the setting.

Sound effects

1. Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select the sound effect.
2. Press [ ] to select the setting and then press [OK].

Using the main unit Turn [BASS].
TREBLE| —4 to +4 (default: 0)
Using the main unit Turn [TREBLE].
D.BASS| “ON D.BASS” (default) or “OFF D.BASS”
SURROUND| “ON SURROUND” or
“OFF SURROUND” (default)

Note:
Changed settings will be kept until it is changed again, unless otherwise indicated.

Saving the sound settings

You can save the current sound effects (up to 3 combinations).
Preparation
Select the sound effects.

1. Press [SETUP] to select “SAVE MY SOUND”.
2. Press [ ] to select a sound setting number and then press [OK].
   “SAVED” is shown.

The new setting replaces the one existing in the same sound setting number.
To recall the setting

1. Press [SOUND] to select “MY SOUND”.
2. Press [ ] to select the sound setting number and then press [OK].

Clock and timers

Setting the clock
This is a 12-hour clock.

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “CLOCK”.
2. Press [ ] to set the time and then press [OK].
   To check the time
   Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “CLOCK” and then press [OK].
   In standby mode, press [DISPLAY].
   Note: Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

Play timer
(Except for Bluetooth® source)
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up.
Preparation Set the clock.

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “TIMER ADJ”.

2. Press [R, T] to set the start time and then press
   [OK].

3. Do step 2 again to set the end time.

4. Press [R, T] to select the source you want to play and then press [OK].

To start the timer

1. Prepare the source you want to listen to (disc, USB or radio) and set the volume.
2. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “TIMER SET”.
3. Press [ ] to select “SET” and then press [OK].
   “#” is shown.
   To cancel, select “OFF”.
   The system must be turned off for the timer to operate.

To check the setting
Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “TIMER ADJ” and then press [OK].
In standby mode, press [DISPLAY] two times.

Note:

• The timer starts at a low volume and increases gradually to the preset level.
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer is on.
• If you turn off the system and then turn on again while a timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the end time.

Sleep timer

The sleep timer turns off the system after the set time.

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “SLEEP”.
2. Press [R, T] to select the setting (in minutes) and then press [OK].
   To cancel, select “OFF”.

Note:

• The remaining time is shown for a few seconds every minute. “SLEEP 1” is always shown when only 1 minute remains.
• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set an overlap of timers.

Others

Auto off
This system automatically turns off when you do not use it for approximately 20 minutes.

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “AUTO OFF”.
2. Press [R, T] to select “ON” and then press [OK].
   To cancel, select “OFF”.
   Note:
   This function does not work when you are in radio source or when a Bluetooth® device is connected.

Bluetooth® standby
This function automatically turns on the system when you establish a Bluetooth® connection from a paired device.

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select
   “BLUETOOTH STANDBY”.

2. Press [ ] to select “ON” and then press [OK].
   To cancel, select “OFF”.

Note:
Some devices may take longer to respond. If you are connected to a Bluetooth® device before turning off the system, wait for a minimum of 5 seconds before connecting to this system from your Bluetooth® device again.

Software updates

Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated software for this system that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge. For more details, refer to the following website.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

█ Checking the software version

1. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “SW VER.” and then press [OK].
   The software version is shown.

2. Press [OK] again to exit

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
When requesting service, make sure to send both the main unit and the remote control to the service center.

█ Common problems

The unit does not work.

• The safety device has been activated. Do the following:
  1. Press on the main unit to turn the unit to standby mode. If the unit does not turn to standby mode, disconnect the AC power supply cord and connect it again.
  2. Press again to turn on the unit. If the problem persists, consult your dealer.
  No operations can be done with the remote control.

• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.

No operations can be done with the remote control.

• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.
  Sound is distorted or no sound.

• Adjust the volume of the system.

• Turn off the system, determine and correct the cause, and then turn on again. It can be caused by straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power, and when using the system in a hot environment.
  A humming sound can be heard during playback.

• An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cords away from the cables of this system.

█ Disc

Display not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.

• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in correctly.

• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.

• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.

• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.
  The total number of tracks shown is incorrect.
  The disc cannot be read.
  Distorted sound is heard.

• You put in a disc that the system cannot play. Change to a playable disc.

• You put in a disc that has not been finalized.

█ USB
The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.

• The format of the USB device or the contents in it are not compatible with the system.

• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB cannot work.

• USB devices may not be recognized when connected to this system with a USB extension cable or USB hub.
  Slow operation of the USB device.

• Large content size or large memory USB device takes longer time to read.
  The elapsed time shown is different from the actual play time.

• Transfer the data to another USB device or backup the data and reformat the USB device.

█ Radio

Sound is distorted.

• Use an optional outdoor antenna. The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
  A beat sound is heard.

• Turn off the TV or move it away from the system.

• Move mobile telephones away from the system if the interference is apparent.

█ Bluetooth®
Pairing cannot be done.

• Check the Bluetooth® device condition.

• The device is out of the 10 m (33 ft) communication range.
  Move the device nearer to the system.
  The device cannot be connected.

• The pairing of the device was unsuccessful. Do pairing again.

• The pairing of the device has been replaced. Do pairing again.

• This system might be connected to a different device.
  Disconnect the other device and try pairing the device again.

• The system may have a problem. Turn off the system and then turn on again.

• If “MODE 2” is selected in “LINK MODE”, select “MODE 1”.
  The device is connected but audio cannot be heard through the system.

• For some built-in Bluetooth® devices, you have to set the audio output to “SC-PM700” manually. Read the operating instructions of the device for details.
  Sound from the device is interrupted.

• The device is out of the 10 m (33 ft) communication range.
  Move the device nearer to the system.

• Remove any obstacle between the system and the device.

• Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band (wireless router, microwaves, cordless phones, etc.) are interfering. Move the device nearer to the system and distance it from the other devices.

• Select “MODE 1” for stable communication.
  Playback image and sound are not synchronized.

• Restart the playback app of the device.

█ Main unit displays
“–:–”

• You connected the AC power supply cord for the first time or there was a power failure recently. Set the clock.

• Track play time is more than 99 minutes.
  “ADJUST CLOCK”

• The clock is not set. Adjust the clock.
  “ADJUST TIMER”

• The play timer is not set. Adjust the play timer.
  “AUTO OFF”

• The system has not been used for 20 minutes and will turn off within a minute. To cancel, press any button.
  “ERROR”

• An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions and try again.
  “F61” “F77”

• Disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer.
  “F703”

• Examine the Bluetooth® connection.

• Disconnect the Bluetooth® device. Turn off the system and then turn on again.
  “F76”

• There is a problem with the power supply.

• Disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer.
  “NO DEVICE”

• The USB device is not connected. Examine the connection.
  “NO DISC”

• You have not put in a disc.
  “NO PLAY”

• There is no album or track in the USB device.

• Examine the content. You can only play supported format.

• The system may have a problem. Turn off the system and then turn on again.
  “PLAYERROR”

• You played an unsupported MP3 file. The system will skip that track and play the next one.
  “REMOTE 1”
  “REMOTE 2”

• The remote control and the main unit are using different codes. Change the code of the remote control.
  – When “REMOTE 1” is shown, press and hold [OK] and [ ] on the remote control for a minimum of 4 seconds.
  – When “REMOTE 2” is shown, press and hold [OK] and [USB/CD] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
  “SOUND 1 NOT SET”
  “SOUND 2 NOT SET”
  “SOUND 3 NOT SET”

• You have not saved the sound effects into the sound setting number.
  “USB OVER CURRENT”

• The USB device is using too much power. Disconnect the USB device, turn off the system and then turn on again.

• Check the connection, it may be caused by a faulty USB cable.
  “VBR”

• The system cannot show the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.

Remote control code

When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote control of this system, change the remote control code for this system.
Preparation

1. Press [CD x] to open the disc tray and remove the disc.
2. Press [USB/CD] to select “CD”.
   “NO DISC” is shown.

█ To set the code to “REMOTE 2”

1. Press and hold [2/3] on the main unit and [] on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is shown.
2. Press and hold [OK] and [USB/CD] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

█ To set the code to “REMOTE 1”

1. Press and hold [] on the main unit and [ ] on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is shown.
2. Press and hold [OK] and [ ] on the remote control for a minimum of 4 seconds.

System memory reset

Reset the memory when the following situations occur:

• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.

1. Disconnect the AC power supply cord.

2. While you press and hold [ ] on the main unit, connect the AC power supply cord again.
   Continue to press and hold the button until “– ––––––– –” is shown.

3. Release [ ].
   All the settings are set back to the factory preset.
   It is necessary to set the memory items again.

Customer Service

(Only for Latin American countries)
Customer Service Directory
Obtain products information and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts and accessories by our Web Site to Latin American or calling our Contact Center:

800-7262
Colombia| www.panasonic.com/co/soporte/| 01-8000-947262
Ecuador| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 1-800-726276
Costa Rica| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 800-7262737
El Salvador| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 800-7262
Guatemala| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 1-801-811-7262
Uruguay| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 0-800-7262
Paraguay| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| Web Site
Peru| www.panasonic.com/pe/soporte/| 0800-00726
Venezuela| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| Web Site
Mexico| www.panasonic.com/mx/soporte/| 800-847-7262
55-5000-1200
Argentina| | 0800-333-7262
0810-321-7262
Dominican Rep.| www.panasonic.com/pa/soporte/| 829-607-2152

For Caribbean countries that speak English please enter this web site in order to find information of our products and operative assistant: www.panasonic.com/caribbean

Specifications

█ General

Power supply :AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 27 W
Power consumption in standby mode (approximate)
With “BLUETOOTH STANDBY” set to “OFF” 0.2 W
With “BLUETOOTH STANDBY” set to “ON” 0.3 W

Dimensions (W x H x D)

SA-PM700
SB-PM700| 210 mm × 114 mm × 261 mm
(8 ” × 4½” × 10 “)
145 mm × 226 mm × 195 mm
(5¾” × 8 ” × 7 “)
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Mass
SA-PM700
SB-PM700
Operating temperature range
Operating humidity range| 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs)
1.8 kg (4.0 lbs)
0 °C to +40 °C
(+32 °F to +104 °F)
35% to 80% RH
(no condensation)

█ Amplifier section
RMS output power
Front Ch (both ch driven)
40 W per channel (6 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Total RMS power 80 W

█ Disc section

Disc played [8 cm (3″) or 12 cm (5″)] Pick up
Wavelength
Format
Maximum number of folders (albums)
Maximum number of files (songs)
1 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3| CD, CD-R/RW790 nm (CD)
CD-DA, MP31
255
999
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█ Tuner section
Frequency modulation (FM)

Preset memory
Frequency rangeAntenna terminals| FM 30 stations87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)75 Ω (unbalanced)
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█ Speaker section
Speaker unit(s)

█ Bluetooth® section

*2
Prospective communication distance
Measurement environment:
Temperature 25 °C (77 °F)/Height 1.0 m (3.3 ft)
Measure in “MODE 1”

█ Terminals section

█ Format Section

USB

Note:

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  Mass and dimensions are approximate.

• Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer.

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

Panasonic Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Corporation of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.

Applicable
Only Non-Rechargeable Batteries| 10 Days| Not Applicable

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States. This  warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a newproduct which was not sold “as is”.

Mail-In Service — Online Repair Request
Online Repair Request
To submit a new repair request and for quick repair status visit our Web Site at http://shop.panasonic.com/support
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in the Owner’s Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at  http://shop.panasonic.com/support as Panasonic is committed to providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits and Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”.
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period,  you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problemis not handled to your satisfaction, then write to:

• Panasonic Corporation of North America
• Consumer Affairs Department
• Two Riverfront Plaza
• Newark NJ 07102-5490

PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Product registration is not mandatory. Failure to complete the form does not affect the consumer’s warranty rights.

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As of October 2022

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada Inc.

This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for illustration only.)
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary depending on your province or territory.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation, repairs and information assistance, please visit our Support page:

www.panasonic.ca/english/support
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Panasonic Corporation
of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
https://shop.panasonic.com| Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga,
Ontario, L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.com
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Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.
https://www.panasonic.com
© Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd. 2023
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