Sound Effects; Music Port; Troubleshooting - Panasonic RX-D53 Operating Instructions Manual

Sound effects

Changing the sound quality
Preset EQ
Press [PRESET EQ] (main unit: [SOUND EQ]) repeatedly to select your
desired setting.
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BASS or TREBLE
Enables you to enjoy the lower or higher pitch sound.
1
Press [BASS] or [TREBLE] to select your desired setting.
2
Press [2/3] or [5/6] to adjust the level.
Note:
• The level of the pitch is between −4 to +4.
• Select "EQ OFF" to cancel BASS or TREBLE.
RE-MASTER
This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording (original soundtrack)
to give you a sound closer to the original.
Press [RE-MASTER] repeatedly to select either "ON RE-MASTER" or
"OFF RE-MASTER" ("ON R.M" or "OFF R.M"
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Sound virtualizer
Enables you to add natural width and depth to the stereo sound.
Press [SOUND VIRTUALIZER] to display "
Press the button again to cancel.
Note:
• Recording is not affected by this feature.
• The actual effect depends on the source played.

Music port

You can connect a portable audio equipment and listen to the audio through this
system.
Preparation
Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the portable audio equipment
before you plug into the MUSIC PORT jack. Otherwise, sound from the speaker
may be distorted.
Audio cord
(not included)
Portable audio equipment
(not included)
1
Plug the audio cord into the MUSIC PORT jack.
2
Press [MUSIC PORT].
3
Play the portable audio equipment.
Note:
Read the operating instructions of the portable audio equipment for details.
Level adjustment
You can select the sound input level of your portable audio equipment.
Press [INPUT LEVEL] to select your desired setting.
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HIGH (high) LOW (low)
8 8
Note:
Select low if the sound is distorted when level high is activated.
8
Adds punch to rock
Clarifies higher frequencies
For background music
Adds gloss to vocal
Cancels the EQ selection
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HI (high) LO (low)

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about
some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the
problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Common problems
No response when remote control buttons are pressed.
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly (Z page 3).
• Replace the batteries if they are worn (Z page 3).
The unit cannot be turned on from the remote control.
• Turn the unit on from the main unit if you are using batteries to power the unit.
Clock display is not shown when the unit is powered by batteries and is in
standby mode.
• Connect to the household AC power in order to view the display (Z page 3, 7).
Distorted sound or no sound.
• Adjust the volume.
A "humming" sound can be heard during play.
• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the unit. Keep other appliances
and cords away from the unit.
"F76" is displayed.
• There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
"UO1" is displayed.
• Replace the batteries or use household AC power (Z page 3).
Discs
"ERROR" is displayed.
• Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
Incorrect display or play will not start.
• You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.
• Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.
• Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.
Radio
A beat sound is heard.
• Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcast.
• Keep other appliances and cords away from the unit.
Cassette tape
Poor sound quality.
• Clean the heads (Z page 9).
Recording cannot be performed.
• If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with
adhesive tape (Z page 7).
The cassette cannot be ejected.
• The batteries are flat. Replace the batteries or connect to household AC power
(Z page 3).
• Press [4, PLAY] then [8/x, STOP/EJECT].
USB ( only)
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"NO PLAY" is displayed.
• The USB drive format or its contents is/are not compatible with the system.
The USB drive or its contents cannot be read.
• Unplug the USB device and insert it again.
• The USB host function of this product may not work with some USB devices.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 8 gigabytes may not work in
some instances.
Slow operation of the USB device.
• Large file size or high memory USB flash drive takes longer time to read.