Panasonic SC-AK500 CD Stereo System Instruction Manual

SC-AK500 CD Stereo System

The illustrations show SC-AK500.
CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No. SC-AK500
SC-AK490 SC-AK300
SC-AK200

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

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.
These operating instructions, however, fundamentally explain the operation of system SC-AK500.

The model number and sedal number of this product can be found on either the beck or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER——————
SERTAL NUMBER—————
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE——————————
DEALER NAME———————–
DEALER ADDRESS————————
TELEPHONE NUMBER—————-
CAUTION?
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS RLLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION?
DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT, IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332.5368 or web site ( http://www.panasonic.com).
AC power supply cord …………………….. t pc.
(RJA0065-1D)

FM indoor antenna (RSA0tJO6-J) ………………I pc.

THE FOLLOWING APPUES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
CAUTION:
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ‘
DO NOT OPEN !
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 triangte, 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 imponant operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the titerature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instruclfens carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructionson the unit and the safety precautions listed below.
Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
Safety

1. Power soume-_onnect the unit to a power source of the type described in these instructions or as marked on the unit.

2. Polarization–The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where one blade is wider than the other. This safety feature ensures that the plug fits into your household AC outlet only one way. If the plug doesn’t fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug still doeso’t fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

3. Power cord protection–Route the AC power supply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it. Never take hold of the plug or cord with wet hands.
   Always grasp the plug body firmly when connecting and disconnecting it.

4. Overloading–When connecting the AC power supply cord, be careful not to overload the household AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any other device as this can result in fire or electde shock.

5. Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in use. Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a long time. Unplug the unit during lightning storms.

6. Attachments and accessories—Use only the attachments and accessories recommended in these operating instructions.

Installation

Placement

1. Ventgation–Situate the unit so that it receives proper ventilation. DO not install ina confined space such as a bookcase or cabinet.
   Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear of the unit. To prevent the nisk of electricshock or fire due to overheating ensure curtains and other matedals do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation.

2. Foreign material–Ensure objects and liquids do not get into the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, and shock.

3. Magnetism–Situate the unit away from equipment and devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

4. Stacking–Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.

5. Surface–Place the unit on a flat, level surface.

6. Carts and stands–Use the unit only with carts and stands recommended by the manufacturer. Move carts with care. Sudden stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces can cause carts to overturn.

7. Wall and ceiling mounting–Do not mount the unit on walls or ceilings unless specified in the instructions.

Environment

1. Water and moisture–Do not use the unit near water, such as near a bathtub or swimming pool. Avoid damp basements.
2. Neat–Situate the unit away from heat sources, such as radiators. Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5°O (41°F) or dose above 35°C (95°E).
3. Power lines–Take care when setting up an outdoor antenna that it is not near overhead power lines, electric lights, or electrical circuits, and that there is no danger of the antenna falling on power lines, electdc lights, or electdcal circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna, take extreme care not to touch such power lines or circuits, as contact with them can be fatal.
4. Outdoor antenna grounding–If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground the antenna system to protect against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Cobs, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990, provides information about grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, iodation of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Refer to this diagram.

Maintenance
(See back cover for details.)
Unpiug the unit from the household AC outlet before cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, of solvents.
Service

1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
   (a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
   {b) Objects or fiquids have gotten into the unit; or
   {c) The unit has been exposed o rain; o
   {d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
   (€) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all ofher servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parls —When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses pans specified by the manufacturer or pars that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—Ahter repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Listening caution
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just pur- chased is only the starl of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equip- ment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic industries Associ- ation’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
We recommend you to avoid profonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be decelving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts 10 higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “nommal® can actually be loud and hamful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment al & safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
  Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

• Set the dial and leave it there.
  Taking a minute 1o do this now wil help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

Placement of speakers
Place the speakers so that the super tweeter is on the outside.

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

Note

• Keep your speakers at least 10mm (*¥x”) away from the system for proper ventiation.
• These speaters do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.
• To avoid damage 1o the speakers. do not touch the speaker cones if you have taken the nets off.

About the remote control

Battery installation
Use of batteries

• Align the poles (+ and —) properly when inserting the batieries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or ditferent types of batteries.
• Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.
• Do not heat or disassemble the batteries. Do not aliow them to contact flame or water.
• Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.
• Do nol keep together with metallic objects such as necklaces.
• Do nol use rechargeable type batteries.
• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
  Mishandiing of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluictconlacls and may cause a fire.
  If slectrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water If electrolyte comes in contact with any pant of your body.

Operation notes.

• Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor and remote control unit.

• Do ot expose the remote control signal sensor to direct sunlight or to the bright light of a fluorescent light

• Take care to keep the remote control signal sensor and end of the remote control unit free from dust.

• If this system is installed in a rack with glass doors, the glass doors’ thickness or color might make it necessary to use the ramote control a shorter distance from the system.
  To prevent damage

• Never place heavy items on top of the unit

• Do ot disassemble o reconsinuct the unit.

Connections

Basic connections (for supplied accessories)

• Plug the AC power supply cord Into a household AC outlet only after all other connections have been made.
• To prepare the antenna wires and speaker cords, wisl the vinyl cover tip and pull off.

1. Connect the FM indoor antenna.
   Tape the antenna 1o a wall or column, in a position where radio signals are received with the least amount of interference.
   For best reception sound quality:
   An FM outdoor antenna is recommended. (See page 7.)

2. Connect the AM loop antenna.
   After attaching the antenna, tum on the system and tune in a broadcast station. Put the antenna where the reception is best and interference is minimal.

3. connect the speaker cables.
   ‘Connect each end of the speaker cables to the terminal lever of the same color so (+) and (-} are comect. Never allow the exposed wires to contact each other when connected. incorrect connection can damage the unit.
   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 negalively affected.
   Caution

• Use the speakers only with the recomte- mended system.
  Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire.
  Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
• Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings. 4. Connect the AC power supply cord.
  The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

Optional antenna connections
You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a mountainous region or inside a reinforced concrate building, etc.
FM ™ outdoor antenna
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is in- stalled.

1. Remove a pieca of the outer vinyl insulator.
2. Twist the shield braid.
3. Expose the cora wire.
   An outdoor antenna should be installed by a qualified technician only.

E AM outdoor antenna
Connect the outdoor antenna without removing the AM loop antenna.
Run 5 10 12m of vinyl-covered wire horizontally alang a window o oher convenient location.
When the unit is not in use, disconnact the outdoor antenna to prevent possible damage that may be caused by lightning. Never use an outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
C External unit connection

• An analog player with a built-in phono equalizer can ba connecled.
• For detalls, refer to the instruction manual of the units which are to be connecled.
• When units other than those described above are to be connected, please consull with your audio dealer.

1. AC supply indicator (AC IN)
   This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power supply.
   2 Standby/on switch (OA, POWER)
   Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
   In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a smai! amount of power.
   3 Display button (DISPLAY) ………………………………..155 19
   4 Display
   5 Preset EQ select button (PRESET EQ) ……………… 24
   6 Record button (@ REC)……………………………. 22
   7 Deck select button (DECK 1/2) ……………………………… 20
   Deck 1 open button (4 DECK 1 OPEN) ………s00.. 20
   7 Deck 1 cassette holder …………………………… ZO
   8 Disc tray
   8 Remote control signal sensor (SENSOR) …………… 5
   9 Disc direct play buttons (1 ~ 5) ………………………16
   10 CD tray open/close button (2) …………………….16
   11Volume control (VOL DOWN, UP)………………………. 12
   12 Headphone jack (PHONES) ………………………. 27
   13 Deck 2 open button (4 DECK 2 OPEN) ……………………….20
   14 Deck 2 cassette holder ………………………….. 20
   15 Super sound EQ button (SUPER SOUND EQ)…….. 24
   16 AUX button (AUX) …………………………….RP
   17 Tuner/band select button (TUNER/BAND) ………….. 12
   18 CD play/pause button (CD P/M) …………………………. 16
   19 Tape play button (TAPE P) …………………….20
   20 CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind, tune/preset channel select, time adjust buttons Stop/program clear and demonstration button
   ) ………………. 11, 12, 13, 16, 20
   (DU-DEMO) ……………………………..10, 16, 17, 20

Front panel controls

Remote control
Buttons such as  function in exactly the same way as the buttons on the main unit.
No. Name Ref. page
2 Standby/on button (O) ……………………………………….. 11
25 Sleep timer/auto off button (SLEEP, -AUTO OFF) …………………………………… 11, 27
26 Numeric buttons (>10, 1-9, 0) …………………. 13, 15, 17 •
3 Display button (DISPLAY) …………………………….. 15, 19
27 Dimmer button (DIMMER) ………………………………….. 10
19 AUX button (AUX) ……………………………………………… 27
20 Tuner/band select button (TUNER) ……………………. 12
23 CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind, tune/preset channel select, time adjust buttons
………………. 11, 12, 13, 16, 20
16 Super sound EQ button (S.SOUND EQ) ……………… 24
14 Volume buttons (- VOLUME +) ………………………….. 12
28 Play timer/record timer button ((DPLAY/REC) ……… 25
30 Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIM ER) ………… 11,25,26
31 Disc button (DISC) …………………………………………….. 17
) Program button (PROGRAM) ……………………….. 13, 17
32 Play mode select button
21 (PLAY MODE) ………………………………. 12, 18, 19, 20, 23
( CD play/pause button (CD)-/11) ………………………… 16
22 Tape play button (TAPE I) ……………………………….. 20
33 Stop/program clear button (11) ………………… 16, 17, 20
34 Muting button (MUTING) ……………………………………. 10
5 preset EQ select button (PRESET EQ) ………………. 24

[A ] Turning the demo function off
if the dock has not been set, a demonstration of the display is shown when the unit is switched to standby mode.
1T_isfunc’donis set to on at the time of purchase.
During standby mode
Press and hold [II/-DEMO] until “NO
DEMO” is displayed.
The display changes each time the button is held down,
NO DEMO (off)<-DEMO ON (on)
To show a demonstration of the display
Presland hold[II/)EMO] until “DEMO ON” is displayed.

• You cannot tum demo funcUonoff when the unit is on.

• (SC-AKS00) (SC-A_)
  DEMO function cannot be turned on in Full-Dim mode.

• (SC-AK490) (SC-AK2G0)
  DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.

Convenient functions
TO dim the display panel
Remote control only
Use this fur better television viewing, Press [DIMMER].
Every time you press the button:

Semi-Dim: The backlights of the display are turned off.
Full-Dim: The display is dimmed and the backlights of the display and the indicator, except for the AC supply indicator, are turned off,

Press [DIMMER].
The display is dimmed and the indicator is turned off.
(The AC supply indicator remains on,)
Press [DIMMER] again to restore the display,
To mute the volume
Remote control only
This feature is convenient when you have a telephone call, etc.
Press [MUTING].
Press the button again to cancel “MUTING” goes out.
Muting can also be cancelled by lowering the volume all the way (–dB).
When the system is tumed off, the muting operation will be automatically cancelled.

Auto-off function
Remote control ordo
When CD or tape is selected as the source
To save power, the unites off if it is left unused for ten minutes.
This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX.
Press and hold [-AUTO OFF].
=AUTO OFF” is shown on the display,
To cancel
Press and hold [-AUTO OFF] again to clear “AUTO OFF” from the display.
For your reference
The setting is mainte June daven if the unit is turned off. When the unit is tumed on again, “AUTO OFF is displayed and the unit functions as described above.
“AUTO OFF” disappears from the display if either tuner or AUX is selected as the source but continues to function normally.
“AUTO OFF” remains displayed if CD or tape is selected as the source.

El Setting the time
Remote colnk
This is a 12-hour display clock.
This example in the figure shows how to set the time for 4:25 p.m..

1. Switch on the power.

2. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
   Every time you press the button:
   CLOCK – @PLAY — @REC t_ Previous display ~—|

3. within 7 seconds or s0)
   Press to set the present time.

4. press [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time.
   The display will retum to whatever was displayed before you sel the time.

To display the time when system is ON
Press [CLOCKMMER] to select “CLOCK”
To display the time when system is OFF
Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
The time will be displayed for about 5 seconds and then the display will retum 10 whatever was praviously displayed.
The clock may lose or gain some time aver a period. Readjust if necessary.

Listening to radio broadcasts

1. Press [TUNER/BAND] to select band.
   The unit comas on automatically.
   Every time you press the button:
   FM & AM

2. Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select “MANUAL”.
   Every time you press Ihe button:
   MANUAL o PRESET.

3. Press to
   select the frequency of the required station.
   “TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
   “ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

4. Adijust the volume.

Auto tuning
Press and hold [ ] or [ for a moment until the frequency starts changing rapidly. The unit begins auto luning, stop- ping when it finds a station.

• Auto tuning may nol function when there s excessive interference.
• To cancel auto tuning, press [ ] or [ ] once again.

If noise is excessive in FM
Remote control onk
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.
This mode improves sound quality if reception is weak, but broadcasts will be heard in monaural. Press and hold [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the mode.
“MONO” goes out. MONC s also canceled If the frequency is changed.
Tum off “MONO” for normal listening. Stereo and monaural broadcasls are automafically played as they are received. [ FM allocation setting
Main unit only;

By adjusting the allocation, you can enable this tuner to receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps.
Press and hold [TUNER / BANDI. After a few seconds, the display will change to a flashing display of the current minimum FM frequency.
If you continue to hold the button down, the minimum frequency will change. Release the button at this time.
To retum to the original frequency indication, repeat above.
[Notes }

• After changing the “allocation” setting, the frequencies you previously preset in the memory will be cleared.
• Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload tapes while listening to an AM broadcast.

Presetting radio broadcasts

Remote control only
There are two methods of presetting stations.
Automatic presetting : All the stalions the tuner can receive are preset.
Manual presetting : You can select the stations to preset and the order they are preset in.
Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.
Preparation: Press [TUNER] to select “FM” o “AM”.
Automatic presetting
Do the following once each for FM and AM.
Preparation:
Tune to the frequency where presetting is (o begin (+ page 12).
Press and hold [PROGRAM].
Refease the button when frequency begins to change.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. When finished, the last station memorized is tuned in.
Manuat presetting

1. Preset the stations one at a time.
   (DPress [PROGRAM] then press [ /REW/V] or [~ ] to tune to the required station.

2. Press [PROGRAM] then press [ /v] or [ ] to select a channel.

3. Press [PROGRAM].

The station ocoupying a channel is erased it another station is preset in that channel.

B selecting  channels

1. Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
   « To enter channe| 10 or over.
   Press [210], lhsn me two digits.
   @ Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRE- SET”.
   @ Press [ ] or [ ] to select the channel.

2. Adjust the volume.

About compact discs
‘With this system, you can only play compact discs having this mark.
Y However, do not use imeguiar shaped CDs.
CDs of the sort can damage the unit.

Handling precautions

• If you are taking the disc from a cold to a warm environment, moisture may form on the disc. Wipe this off with asoft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the disc.
• Do not wiite on the labes side with a bail-point pen or other writing instrument.
• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electric- ity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Do not attach labels or stickers to CDs. (Do not use CDs with ‘axposed achasive from tape or left over peeled off stickers.)
• Do not use scratch-proof prolectors or covers other than thase specified for use with this system.
• Do not use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.

Storage precautions
Be sure 1o store discs in their cases 1o protect them from dusl, scralches. and warping.
Do not place or store discs’in the following places

• Locations exposed to direct sunlight
• Hurmid or dusty locations
• Locations direcily exposed to a heal vent or heating appliance
• In the glove compariment or on the rear deck of an automabile fio prevent damage
  Aways observe the following points.

toad only

• lonthe tray. Load CDs as shown in the figure.

• ‘The adapter is ot needed with 8cm CDs (singles).

• Sel the system on a flat, level surface.
  Do not set it on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.

• Do not move the system while tray is opening/closing, of when loaded. Always unload all GDs before moving the system.

• Do not put anything except a CD in the tray.

• Do not use cleaning CDs or CDs which are badly warped or cracked.

• Do not disconnect the power cord from the household AC outiet during disc changing operation.

Listening to compact discs

Playing MP3 (SC-AK500 and SC-AK4 only)
‘This unit can play MP3 files compressed using MPEG 1 audio layer 3.
When making MP3 files to play on this unit
Disc format
Conform to ISO9660.
File format
MP3 files that have the extension of “MP3″ or *mp3″.
To play in a certain order
Prefix the folder and file names with 3-digits numbers in the order you want to pay them.

Files may not be recorded in numbered order if the prefixes have different numbers of digits. For example: 12222.mp3, 27?22.mpd.
102772.mp3.
However, some writing software may also cause recording 10 oceur in a different order.
How discs with MP3 ditfer to CDs
This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions.
Starting play from a selected track
Refer to “Direct access play’ on page 19.
To select a 3-digit track
Press [210] twice, then the three numbers.
For example, track no. 108, [210] – 210] – [1] – [0] – [6] Display during play (example)

• Total playing time display
  The total playing time is not displayed.
  “—:——*is displayed instead.

• When “NOT MP3/ERROE2 (or E3/E4)” appears on the display ‘An unsupported formal is being played. The unit will skip that track and play the next one. M Changing the CD display During play or pause .
  Press [DISPLAY] to select a desired CD display mode. Every time you press the button: Elapsed play time — Remaining play time T 1 Album name « Track name 1 you press the button when the track or album name ig sorrowing: The next display will be shown. ling: The current display will be shown again. To display album and track names During play or pause Press and hold [DISPLAY]. The album name(s) wil scroll across the display from the higher level of the hierarchy to the fewest (max. 8 levels), then followed by the track name. (“ROOT” is the highest hierarchical level.) The previous display retum thereafter.

Limitations on MP3 play

• This unit is not compatible with packet-wdte format,
• This unit does not use ID tags.
• If both MP3 and CD-DA data is recorded on the disc, only the data type used for the first session is played.
• Maximum number of displayable characters in the album and track name is 15.
• You cannot use t-Disc Random, All-Disc Random, program and search function,
• Some MP3 may not be played due to the condition of the disc or recording.
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them.

Listening to compact discs
This unit can play CD-OA (digital audio) format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized (a process that enables CD-R/ CD-RW players to pay audio CD-R and CD-RW) upon completionof recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.

1. Press [‘=] button.
   The unit will come on automatically and the tray opens.

2. Set CD in the tray,
   To continue loading CDs in the other trays Press another [(1) – (5)] to select the required tray and press [ ] to open the tray.
   The current tray closes and the selected tray automatically opera. press [ ] to close the tray.

3. Press [(1) ~ (5)] to play your desired disc.
   (if the desired CD is indicated on the display panel, the same operation can be accomplished by pressing [CD I/11].)
   The selected disc is played.
   Use the CD Play Mode functional-DISC mode to play CD in succession. (-. page 18).

4. Adjust the volume.

[A] TO stop the disc play
Press [II/-DEMO].
[B] When “_> ” appears on the display
It indicates there are 16 or more tracks on the disc in the playing position.
Disc indicator
The disc indicator on the display light whenever the tray is in the playing position whether it is loaded or not.
One touch play
If the unit is in standby mode and a CD is loaded, press [CD ] or [(t) – (5)].
The unit will come on automatically and play will start.

To pause| Press [CD during playback.
To resume playback, press [CD
---|---
TO search forward/ backward (Search)| Hold down [REW ] (backward) or [ (forward)ding playback or pause mode.
To skip forward/ backward| Press REWN] (backward) or [A/FF forward)during playback or pause mode.

• During l-Disc Random play or All-Disc Random play (=i page 18), you cannot skip to tracks which have already been played.
• Dunng prod=ram play (-_ page 17), 1-Disc Random play or All*Disc Random play, you can search forward or backward only within the current track.
• During program play, skipping is always in the programmed order, whether forward or backward.
• Always stop the changer before loading or changing CDs You cannot change CDS while a disc is playing.

Listening to compact discs
Program play
Remote control only
You can program up to 24 tracks.

1. Press [CD and then [11].
2. Press [PROGRAM].
3. Press [DISC]. (within 10 seconds or so)
4. Press [1] – [5] to select the disc you want.
5. Press the numeric button to select the desired track.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 until you have programmed all the tracks you want.
7. Press [CD . Play will start in the programmed sequence.

To cancel program play mode
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
Programmed contents will be saved in memory.
To clear all programmed tracks
Press [W] in the stop mode. “CLEAR” is displayed.
To select a two-digit track
Prass [210] and ten the two numbers you want within 10 seconds or 50.
For example
Track no. 20: [210] — [2] = [0] Track no. 35: (210} = [3] = [5] A When “CD FULL” appears
The number of programmed tracks is limited to 24. No further tracks can be programmed.
B You can do the following during program mode:

• Check program contents.
  Press [ or ].
  Every lime you press one of the buttons, the track and program
  No. are shown on the display.

• Add to the program.
  Repeat sleps 3 through 5.

Memory retention
Your program is retained in memory for about 2 weeks while the system is unplugged.
To replay your program
It you tumed OFF your program with [PROGRAM], you can play it again as explained below.

1. Press [PROGRAM].
2. Press [CD ] It you program a track not on your CDs
   The track is intially programmed. but during program play, the player will skip that track and will continue playing from the next programmed item

Listening to compact discs
To listen to specific CDs and tracks CD Play Mode function)
Remote control only
This function makes it easler for you 1o select specific CDs and tracks from those loaded in the player.
There are 5 disc/track selection modes.
All-Disc mode: Plays all loaded discs in succession from the selected disc lo the final disc #
1-Song mode: Plays one selected track on the selected disc.
1-Disc Random mode: Plays one selected dis¢ in random order.
All-Disc Random mode: Plays all loaded discs in random order.
1-Disc mode: Plays one selected disc.

1. Press [CD ] and then [].

2. Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode. Every time you press the button:ALL-DISC: All-Disc mode
   1-SONG:
   1-Song mode
   1-RANDOM: 1-Disc Random mode
   A-RANDOM: All-Disc Random made
   1-DISC:
   1-Disc mode
   (The original display is restored in about 2 seconds.)
   Proceed to step 6 if A-RANDOM was selecled in this step.

3. Press [DISC).

4. Press [1]-[5] to select the disc.
   The CD starts if 1-DISC, ALL-DISC or 1-RANDOM was selected in this step.
   Steps 5 and 6 are not required if ALL-DISC, 1-RANDOM or 1-DISC was selected in step 2.

5. Press [ REW/V] or [NFFP ] to select the desired track.

6. Press [CD l The CD starts.

To stop play
Press W] When playback ends
The current play mode will retain.
* Final disc
For example, if play stants from disc 4, disc 3 will be the “final disc”.
Order of progression:
DiSC de 5= 1+2=3
Note You can use the CD Play Mode function together with repeat play.

Listening to compact discs
Remote control only

1. Press [DISCL

2. (within 10 seconds or so}
   Press [1] — [5] to select the disc you want.

3. Press the numeric button to select the desired track number. The CD will be played from the selected track to the last track of the disc.

To select a wo-dight track
Prass [210] and then the two nurmbers you want within 10 saconds or s0.
For example
Track no. 20: {210] — [2] -+ [0] Track no. 35: [210] — (3] =+ [5] You cannot use direct access play with 1-SONG, 1-RANDOM or A-RANDOM mode.

Repeat play
Remote control only
[ Press and hold [PLAY MODE] before or during play.
“REPEAT ON” and “ ” are displayed.
To cancel repeat play
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] once again. “REPEAT OFF” Is displayed and “ )” is cleared.
To repeat your favorite tracks

1. Program the Iracks you want (perform steps 1~ 6 on page 17).
2. Press and haid [PLAY MODE] and make sure “REPEAT ON” and “ ” are displayed.
3. Press [CD , Playback will start.
   To use repeat play with CD Play Mode function Set the desired mode (= page 18), press and hold [PLAY MODE] before or during playback, and make sure “REPEAT ON” and “ >” are displayed.

B . CD display
This function aliows you 1o display the remaining play time of the current track.
During play or pause mode Press [DISPLAY].
Every time you press the button:
Elapsed play lime « Remaining play time When track number 25 or greater is playing, remaining play time display shows “~ =~ ~”

Listening to tapes
You can use sither deck 1 or deck 2 for tape playback.
Use normal position tapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be played, but the unit will not be able to do full justice to the characteristics of these tapes.

1. Press [TAPE »].
   The unit will come on automatically. If the unit was off and a cassette was loaded, play will start automatically {One touch play function).

2. Press [ DECK 1 OPEN] or [~ DECK 2
   OPEN] and insert the tape. Insert the tape with the exposed tape facing down. Closa the holder by hand.

3. Press [TAPE ] to start playback.
   One side is played, then playback stops automatically.
   To play on the other side of the tape, tum the tape over and press [TAPE I].

4. Adjust the volume.

To stop tape playback
Press [B/~DEMO].
Fast-forward and rewind
Pross [F</REW/V] {rewind) o [A/FE/)] (fast-forward).
To change the deck to be used Press [DECK 1/2] lo select the deck you want to use when you load cassettes into both decks.
You can also use remote control to perform by pressing [PLAY MODE].
Note

• Playback is momentasily interrupted while playing back tapes, if you open the other deck.
• Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism.
• Tape slack can gat caught up in the machanism and should be taken up before the tape is played.
• Fallure to operate endless tapes comectly may cause the tape to wind around the revolving parts. Always read the instructions pro- vided with your tapes.

Before recording (Deck 2 only)
Types of tapes which can be recorded correctly
Use normal position lapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be used, but this unit will not be able to record or erase them correcily.
Eresure provention
The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording.
To record on the tape again, cover as show.
How volume and sound quality affect recording
The tape you are recording is not affected whatsoever by changes in volume and sound quaty.
E To erase a recorded sound

1. Press [TAPE »] then [R/~DEMO].
2. Insert the recorded tape imo deck 2. Ensure there is no tape in deck 1.
3. Press [ REC].
   You cannot open deck 1 while recording.
   You cannot fast-forward or rewind one dack while recording with the other.

Preparatory steps
Do these steps before each recording
Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately.
Press [ DECK 2 OPEN] and insert the cassette to be recorded on. Insert with the exposed tape facing down.

Recording from compact discs
You can use 1-DISC/ALL-DISC/1-SONG mode (~ page 18) to make recordings.
Preparation:

• Do the preparalory steps (= page 21).
• Insert the disc(s) you want 1o record {= page 16).

1. Do steps 1to 4 on page 18. Ensure CD is stopped.
2. Ppress {® REC] to start recording.
   The CD starts.
   1-SONG recording
   1 Do steps 1 to 5 on page 18.
   2 Press [® REC] to start recording. The CD stans.

To stop recording
Press (/~DEMOJ.
Disc play stops automatically.
If the tape finishes before the disc
‘The disc continues playing. Press [l/~DEMO] to stop .
To record programmed tracks

1. Program the tracks (~ page 17).
2. Press [ REC] lo start recording.
   Play starts.
   To stop recording, press [l/~DEMO]. Disc play stops automatically.

Bl Tape-to-tape recording
The recording level will be recorded as it is on the tape being played back.
Preparation

• Do the preparalory steps (= page 21).
• Press [TAPE »] then W/-DEMO] to select tape as the source.
  1 Press [& DECK 1 OPEN] and insert the tape you want to record.
  2 Press [® REC] to start recording.
  To stop recording Press [W-DEMO.
  Both decks will stop.
  To record trom a specific point on a tape Before recording, advance the tape to the point from where you want o start recording.

Recording from radio broadcasts
Preparation: Do the preparalory steps (~ page 21).

1. Tuneto the required station.
   (~ page 12 or 1

2. Press [® REC] to start recording.
   To stop recording
   Press [W/~DEMO].
   To record from a specific point on a tape

Before recording, advance the tape to the point from where you want 1o start recording.
To cut an unnecessary part while recording

1. Press (W/~DEMO] during the unnecessary part. The cassette deck will go Into the stop mode.
2. Press [® REC] 1o resume recording again.
   To record on the other side of the tape
   Tum the tape over and press [@ REC].
   When recording an AM broadcast, sound is momentarily interrupted when you start and stop the recording.

To reduce noise while AM recording {Beat proof function)
Remote control only
Press and hold [PLAY MODE] while recording.
Each time you press and hold the button, *BP1″ and “BP2″ will be displayed altemalety.
Select the position where there is less noise.

Using the built-in sound qualif “settiggs quallty
Press [PRESET EQ] to select the sound quality. Every lime you press the button:
HEAVY ~= SOFT — CLEAR — VOCAL ?k EQ-OFF ._J HEAVY
: Select this when playing rock or other kinds of music that
Sounds better with an added punch.
SOFT
: Select this when listening to background music.
CLEAR
: Select this for jazz or other kinds of music for which clarity in the treble range is desired.
VOCAL
: Select this to add gloss to vocals.
The original dispiay is restored on the display panelin about 4 seconds. resel EQ cannot be used together with Super Sound EQ.
Al recordings are performed at “EQ-OFF” setting even if an altemative sound qualty setting has been selected.
Bl Enhancing the sound quality
This feature enhances the bass and treble effect of the sound.
Press [SUPER SOUND EQ).
Aemote control: Press [S.SOUND EQJ.
Press the button again to cancel The button light goes out.

Using the timer

Using the play/record timer
Bemote control only
The timer has two functions. It can be set to on al a certain time to wake you up, or it can be sl to record the radio or rom the aux source.
The piay timer cannot be used in combination with the record timer. Tum the unit on and set the clock (= page 11).
For the play timer, prepare the music source you wanl to listen to; tape, CD, radio or aux, and sel the volume.
For the record timer, check tha cassetie’s erasure prevention tabs.
{=» page 21: E3), insert the tape in dack 2 (=» page 21) and tune to the radio station (= page 12) or select the aux source (= page 27).
1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer function.
Every lime you press the button:
CLOCK -~ OPLAY — @REC . previous display «—
@PLAY : to set the play timer
@REC : to set the record timer

1. ON time setting
   (@ (Within 8 seconds or 50}
   Press [¢<4/REW/V] or [NFF»] to select the starting time.
   ® Press [CLOCK/TIMER].

2. OFF time setting
   @® Press [<¢4/REW/V] or [NFF] to select the finishing time.
   @ Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
   The start and finish times are now set.

3. press [OPLAY/REC] to display the timer i cator.
   Every time you press the button:
   DPLAY — OREC L orr)
   @PLAY : to tum the play timer on
   @REC : to tum the record timer on
   (The indicator dossn’t appear f the start and finish times or the clock hasnt been set.)

4. Press [©] to turn the unit off. The unit must be of for the timers to operate.
   The timer play will start at the preset time with volume increasing gradually up to the valume level you pre-set.
   ® For record timer
   The record timer comes on about 30 seconds earfier than the set time.

To cancel the timer
Press [OPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicators from the display.
(The timer comes on at the set time everyday f the timer is on.)
To change the settings (when unit is on)

• To change the play/record times.
  Do steps 1,2, 3and 5.

• To change the source or volume
  1. Press [DPLAY/REC] to clear the limer indicator from the display.
  2. Make changes 10 the source or volume.
  3. Dosteps 4105. {Continued on next page)

Using the timer
Using the play/record Timer
Remote control only
To change the timer
Press [OPLAY/REC] o select the desired timer.
Every time the button is pressed the setting changes as follows.

To check settings
While the unit is on and the “©PLAY” (or “OREC”) indicator is on, press [CLOCK/TIMER] so “®PLAY” (or “®REC”) appears on the display.
Two seconds after “DPLAY” (or “@REC”) appear, the settings are displayed in the following order:

1. For play timer

2. For record timer

3. Play start time

4. Recording
   start ime

5. Play finish time

6. Recording finish time

7. Play source

8. Recording source

9. Playback volume

You can check the settings even when the system is OFF by pressing [CLOCK/TIMER] twice.
To enjoy the desired source after the timer setting is completed
The volume fevel (for piay timer) and music source are stored in the timer memory and the timer will start in these preset conditions.
However, the Disc numbers do not get stored in the timer memory.

1. After step 4, stan playingthe desired source.
2. Rasat the Disc numbers If you have changed any of them, confirm thal a Disc or casselte is inserted, then press [©] to put the unit on standoy.

Notices

• If you switch the system to the standby mode while the play/record timer s functioning, the OFF time setting will not be activated.
• If AUX is selected as the source, when the timer comes ON, the system will lum ON and will engage “AUX” as the source. K you want to piayback or record from a connected component, set the components timer to the same time. (See the instruction manual that came with the component.)

Using the timer
A Using the sleep timer
Remote control only
This timer tums your system OFF at the set time (Max. 2 hours, set at 30-minute intervals). It lets you fall asleep listening to music.
Swilch on the power.
The figure shows how 1o set the system 1o standby mode after 30 minutes.
While enjoying the desired source:
Press [SLEEP] to select the desired time.
Every time you press the button:
|—> SLEEP 30 —= SLEEP 60 ~~ SLEEP 90 -~ SLEEP 120 — SLEEP OFF _l
The system is tumed oft alter the set time has elapsed.
To cancel the sleep timer:
Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF”.
To confirm the remaining time: (only whie system is ON)
Press [SLEEP].
To change the time remaining during operation:
Press [SLEEP] to show Ihe remaining time then press [SLEEP] to select the desired time.

• The sleep timer tums OFF automalically the moment you attempt to edit-record a CD.
• The sleep timer can be used in combination with the play/record limer.
  The sleep timer always has priority.
  Be sure not to overlap timer settings.

B Using an external unit
Listening to an extemal source
(See page 7 for extemal unit connection)

1. Press [AUX].
   The system will come on automatically.

2. Start playback from the extemal source. (For details, refer 1o the owner’s manual of the equipment.)

Recording from an external source

1. Press [AUX].
2. Press [® REC) (recording starts).
3. Stant playback from the extemal source. (For details, refer to the owner’s manual of the equipment }

X Listening with headphones
Reduce the volume level, and connect the headphones.
Plug type: 3.5mm (‘/s”) stereo
Avod istening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.

Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the below checks. if you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not soive the problem: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada inc. Cusiomer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web sile (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers ©.
Common Problems
No sound.
Sound stops.
Sound I unfixed, reversed or comes from one speaker only.
Humming heard during play. “ERROR” is displayed. “- —~ – appears on the dispiay at standby mode. “F61″ is displayed.
Tum the volume up.
Swilch off the unil, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on. Causes include shorting of the positive and negative speaker wires, straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power, and using the unit in a hot environment.
Check the speaker connections.
An AC power suppiy cord or fluorescent light s niear the cables, Keep other appliances and cords away from this unit’s cables.
Incarrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again
You plugged the AC power supply cord in for the irst time or there was a power failure recently. Set the time.
Check and correct the speaker cords connection.  Ifthis does ot fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
Listening to the radio

Noise is heard.
The sterea indicator fiickers.
or doesn’t light.
Sound Is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
Alow hum Is heard during AM .broadcasts.| Uss an outdoor antenna.7 Tum the TV off or separate it from the unit.
Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
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When there is a television set nearby

The picture on the TV disappears or stripes appear on the screen.| The location and orientation of the antenna are incomect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change 1o an outdoor antenna.
The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit
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Using the cassette deck

Using the cassette deck| Clean the heads.
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape.21
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Playing discs

The display is wrong or play won’t start.
The total number of tracks displayed differs each time the same disc is inserted.
Unusual sound s heard.
CD-RW cannot be read.
“VBR-” Is displayed instead of the remaining play time.
“TAKE OUT/DISC” appears on the display.| The disc may be upside down. ® Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.
Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wail about an hour for it to clear and try again.
The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Repiace the disc.
The disc was incompletely formatted. Use the recording equipment to fully format the disc before recording.
The unit cannot display the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
There is a problem with the disc mechanism. (A power faiture may have occurred.}
The tray will open automatically. Remove the disc from the tray, and after ensuring there is no disc in the tray, close it. The unit will make the disc changing noises for & few moments and then it should operate normally.
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The changer cannot change 10 the selected disc or play won’t start.| Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to clear 1-SONG mode and try again.

Remote control

Remote control doesn’t work.| Check the batteries are inserted correctly. @ Replace the batteries if they are wom.
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Servicenter List (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Panasonic
Technics
Quasar
For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact: 1-800-211-PA NA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday 9 am-7pm, EST.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site.
Accessory Purchases:
1.800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th AvenueSouth, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday; 6 am to 10:30am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Factory Servicenters Locations

6550 Katetla Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630
800 Dubuque Avenue
S. San Francisco
CA 94080
3878 Ruffin Road
Suite A
San Diego, CA 92123
FLORIDA
3700 North 29th Avenue
Suite 102
Hollywood, FL 33020| 8655 Roswell Road
Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30350
ILLINOIS
1709 North Randall Road
Elgin, IL 60123
MASSACHUSETTS
60 Glacier Drive
Suite G
Westwood, MA 02090| 7850-12′” Avenue South
Airport Business Center
Bloomington, MN 55425
OHIO
2236 Waycross Road
Civic Center Plaza
Forest Park, OH 45240
PENNSYLVANIA
2221 Cabot Blvd. West
Suite B
Langhorne, PA 19047| 13615 Welch Road
Suite 101
Farmers Branch
TX 75244
WASHINGTON
20425.84th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
HAWAII
99-859Iwaiwa Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701
Phone 808-488-1996
Fax 1808) 486-4369

Service in Puerto Rico
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787-750-4300 Fax 787-768-2910

Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company a Panasonic Sales Company (collective- ly referred to as `the Warrantor) will repair or replace this product wt new or refur-bished parts or equivalent product, free of charge In the U.S.A. Or Puerto Rico. in the event of a detect in materials or wortunanstep as follows (all tine periods commence from the date of original purchase): AUDIT) PRO011r.TS—latOr and pacts for one (1) year. ALLAUrdiLBACKSifitteelfil—Parls only 30 days. TFCHNICS STAND ALONE SPFAKF SUBWOOFFR SPEAKERS tabor and parts icatraiThesaaacthAis QMpUjEfit CARO ADAPT I- R (when applicable)—exchange defective unit with a new or refurbished one for one (1) year. ACCESSORIFS —MEADPI-IONFS CARTRIDGES. MICROPHONES ADAPTERS—labor and parts for ninety (90) days. RECIJAKQEMLLEAUERIES—(when applicable)—exchange defective item for new one for ten (10) days. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted. SD MEMORY CARDS. RFCHARGFABI F RATTFRY PAr.- (when applicable)—exchange defective item for new one for ninety 190) days. Non rechargeable battery packs are not warranted.
Cerny-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A. can be obtained dunng the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. Or call toll tree. 1-800-211-7262 to locate a PASC auttionzed ServIcenter. Carry-In or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the war-ranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is rendered.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and worlonanship which occur during normal use and Wes not cover normal wear to the stylus (when applica-ble) or a dealer installed cartridge or stylus. The warranty does not cover damages which occur in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor. or ‘allures wrech result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, faulty Installation, misapplication. set-up adjustments. maladjustment of consumer con-trols, improper operation or maintenance, improper antenna, inadequate signal recep- tion or pick-up, alteration. modification, power line surge. improper voltage supply, light-ning damage. commercial use, such as; hotel, office, restaurant, or other busineSS rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter, of damage that is attributable to acts of God. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above. THE WARRANTOR SMALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-TIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT. OR ARISWG OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WAR-RANTIES. INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY. AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental Of consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions of limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you Specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from stale to state. It a problem with this product develops during Or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Seri/center. II the problem is not handled to your satisfaction. then write to the Consumer Affairs Department at the company address indicated above.
If you ship the product
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the originalcarton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executiveor Regional Sales offices.They are NOT equipped to make repairs.

Specifications

AMPUFIER SECTION
power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 60Hz-3kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 60W per channel (6) 3 kHz-16 kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 50W per channst (6Q) Total Bi-Amp power 110W per channel Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 1 kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 77 W per channel (6Q) 8 kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 73W per channel (6) Total Bi-Amp power 150W perchannel Input sensitivity
AUX 250mY input Impedance AUX 13.3k
AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 60 Hz-3 kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 45W per channel (6) 3kHz-16kHz, both channels driven (High channst) 45W per channel (6Q)
Total Bi-Amp power 90W per channel Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion I kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 56 W per channel (6 Q) 8 kH both channels driven
(High channel) 54W per channel(SQ)
Total Bi-Amp power 110W per channel  Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3 k£z
AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 60 Hz-3 kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 45 W per channel (8 ) 3 kHz-16 kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 45 W per channel (6 )
Total Bi-Amp power 90 W per channel Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 1 kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 56 W per channel (6 ) 10 kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 54W per channel (6£z) Total Bi-Amp power 110 W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250mV
Input Impedance
AUX 13.3kQ AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 60 Hz-3 kHz both channels driven (Low channel) 30W per channel (6) 3 kHz-t6 kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 30W per channst (6)
Total Bi-Amp power 60 W per channel Power output 10% Total harmonic distortion 1 kHz, both channels driven (Low channel) 42W per channel (6Q) 10kHz, both channels driven (High channel) 38 W per channel (6)
Total Bi-Amp power 80 W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3k_
FM TUNER SECTION
Frequency range 87,9 – 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps) 87.5 – 108.0MHz (100kHz steps)
Sensitivity 2.5/_V (IHF) S/N 26dB 2.2pV .Antenna terminal(s) 75 Q (unbalanced)
AM TUNER SECTION
Frequency range 520 – 1710kHz (10kHz steps)
Sensitivity S/N 20dR (st 1000kHz)
560/JV/m CASSETTE DECK SECTION
Track system 4 track, 2 channel Heads
Record/playback Schd permaBoy head
Erasure Double gap ferrite head Motor EX_servo motor
Recording system AC bias 100kHz Erasing system AC erase 100kHz Tape speed 4.8cm/s (17/8ips) Overall frequency response
(+3dB, -6dB at DECK OUT) NORMAL (TYPE I) 35Hz – 14kHz S/N 50dB (A weighted) Wow and flutter 0.18% (WRMS) Fast forward and rewind time Approx, 120 secondswth C-60 cassette tape
CD SECTION
Sampling fiequency 44.1 kHz Decoding
16 bit linear Beam sourceh&’avelength Semiconductor laser/780 nm Number of channels Stereo Frequency response 20 Hz-20 kHz (+1, -2dS) Wow and flutter Below measurable limit Digital filter 8fs D/A converter MASH (1 bit DAC) MP3 (L’ and only) MP3 decode Base on MPEG 1 Layer 3 Bitrata 32 kbpe-320 kbpe Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44,1 kHz, 48kHz SPEAKERSEC’nONL’Jj’ Type 3 way speaker system Speaker(s) Woofer 12cm (43/=”) cone type Tweeter 6cm (2/a”) cone type Super tweeter Piezo type Impedance HIGH 6Q LOW 6 Q Input power HIGH 130W (Music) LOW 130W (Music) Output sound pressure level 85 dB!W (1,0m) Cross over frequency 3.5 kHz Frequency range 45 Hz-22 kHz (-16dB) 55 Hz-20 kHz (-10dB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 210 x 315 x 251 mm (89/ ” x 12W” x 9z/z’ Mass 2.8 kg (6.3 Lb.)
SPEAKER SECTION
Type 3 way speaker system Speaker(s)
Woofer 12cm (4/4″) cone type Tweeter 6cm (2%^) cone type Super tweeter Plezo type Impedance HIGH 6 LOW 6 Input power HIGH 100W (Music) LOW 100W (Music) Output sound pressure level 85 dB/W (1.Ore) Cross over fiequency 3.5kHz Frequency range 45 Hz-22kHz (-16dB) 55 Hz-20 kHz (-10 dB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 210 x 315 x 251 mm (8/” X 12W” x 9z31’ Mass 2.8kg (6.31b.)
SPEAKER SECTION Type 2 way speaker system Speaker(s) Woofer 12cm (43/;) cone type Tweeter 6cm (2%’) cone type Impedance HIGH 6Q LOW 6 Input power HIGH 80W (Music) LOW 80W (Music) Output sound pressure level 85dB/W (1.0 m) Cross over frequency 3.5kHz
Ff-quencyrange 45 Hz-22 kHz (-16 dB) 55 Hz-20 kHz (-10 dB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 210 x 315 x 228mm (8%z” x 12W” x 83V’ Mass 2.6 kg (5.7 lb.)
GENERAL
Power supply AC 120V, 60Hz Power consumption I (250 VA) 215W _25- 165w 150W Standby Approx. 0.34W Dimensions (WxHxO) 250 x 315 x 345mm (9zT/” x 12W”X 13W’) Mass (For U.SJ.) 7.8 kg (17.2 lb.) (For Canada)
7.5kg (16.5 lb.) t 7.4kg (16.3 lb.) 6.9kg (15.2 lb.) Notes:

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

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

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

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
• Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

For a cleaner, crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good qualityplayback and recording.
Use  a cleaning tape (not included).

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:
   {a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
   (b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
   {c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or
   {d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
   {e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing —Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts —When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check —After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site ( http://www.panasonic.com ).
in Canada, contact Panasohic Canada inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR e guidelines for energy efficiency.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
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New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com
©2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd, Printed in USA
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San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Ddve
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
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Documents / Resources

| Panasonic SC-AK500 CD Stereo System [pdf] Instruction Manual
SC-AK500 CD Stereo System, SC-AK500, CD Stereo System, Stereo System, System
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