Panasonic SC-PM38 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SC-PM38 Operating Instructions Manual

Cd stereo system model no. sc-pm38; sc-pm42

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as
of January 2009. These may be subject to change.)
1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000429)
2 x Remote control batteries
1 x AC mains lead
(K2CZ3YY00005)
1 x AM loop antenna
(N1DAAAA00001)
1 x FM indoor antenna
or
(RSA0007-M)
Note
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EB
SC-PM38
(RSAX0002)

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System
Model No.
These operating instructions are applicable to the
following system.
System
SC-PM38
Main unit
SA-PM38
Speakers
SB-PM48
Operations in these instructions are described using
remote control, but you can do the operations with the
main unit if the controls are the same.
Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.

Table of contents

Caution for AC mains lead .......................................... 2
Safety precautions ...................................................... 3
Placement of speakers ................................................ 3
Simple setup ................................................................ 4
Preparing the remote control ..................................... 5
DEMO function ............................................................. 5
Overview of controls ................................................... 6
Discs ............................................................................. 8
Using the FM/AM radio .............................................. 10
Using the timer .......................................................... 11
Using sound effects .................................................. 12
Using other equipment ............................................. 13
Troubleshooting guide .............................................. 15
Specifications ............................................................ 17
Maintenance ............................................................... 17
SC-PM38
SC-PM42
SC-PM42
SA-PM42
SB-PM48
RQTX0215-2B

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Operating Instructions CD Stereo System SC-PM38 SC-PM38 Model No. SC-PM42 Dear customer These operating instructions are applicable to the following system. Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, System SC-PM38 SC-PM42 please read the instructions completely.
  • Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    • Most major credit and debit cards accepted. • All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY. provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. Before use • It couldn’t be simpler! Remove the connector cover. •...
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Placement of speakers Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
  • Page 4: Simple Setup

    Simple setup Making the connections Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Connect the speaker cables. Connect the FM indoor antenna. Adhesive tape FM indoor antenna Insert fully Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position with the least amount of interference.
  • Page 5: Preparing The Remote Control

    Simple setup (continued) Optional antenna connections AM outdoor antenna FM outdoor antenna AM outdoor antenna FM outdoor antenna (not included) (not included) 5 to 12 m AM loop antenna (included) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not included) • Never use an outdoor antenna during a lightning storm. •...
  • Page 6: Overview Of Controls

    Overview of controls Main unit Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. Top of unit Headphone jack ( Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones. Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage. iPod dock Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
  • Page 7 Overview of controls (continued) Remote control Remote control Buttons such as  function the same as the controls on the main unit. Play timer (11) Power on/off (8, 11) Clock/Timer (11) PLAY Auto off Dimmer Numeric (8, 9, 10, 14) Sleep timer (11) To select a 2-digit number Volume control...
  • Page 8: Discs

    Discs Display function Basic play OPEN/CLOSE INFO This function allows you to display the information of the CD MP3 current track. 1 Press [^] to turn the unit on. Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause 2 Press [;, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray mode.
  • Page 9 Discs (continued) Note Program play This unit can play MP3 files and CD-DA format audio CD-R/RW that have been finalised. This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks. • This unit can access up to 99 tracks. 1 Press [CD q/h] and then [g]. •...
  • Page 10: Using The Fm/Am Radio

    Using the FM/AM radio TUNE Manual tuning Memory preset MODE FM/AM FM/AM 1 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”. Up to 30 stations can be set in the FM band and 15 2 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. stations in the AM band.
  • Page 11: Using The Timer

    Using the timer To activate the timer Setting the clock 5 Press [z, PLAY] to turn on play timer. No display (off) zPLAY This is a 24-hour clock. 1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. 6 Press [^] to turn off the unit. Each time you press the button: CLOCK zPLAY...
  • Page 12: Using Sound Effects

    Using sound effects Selecting sound effects Enhancing the bass You can change the sound effect by selecting Preset EQ Enables you to enjoy the powerful bass effect. or adjusting the bass or treble effect. Press [D.BASS] to turn the D.BASS function on/off. Note Preset EQ The actual effect depends on the music source.
  • Page 13: Using Other Equipment

    Using other equipment iPod Charging the iPod • iPod will start recharging regardless of whether this 1 Open the lid of the Built-in Dock for iPod. unit is in On or Standby condition. 2 Insert the suitable dock adapter for your iPod. 3 Insert your iPod into the dock.
  • Page 14 Using other equipment (continued) USB mass storage class device Display function INFO Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play mode. MP3 tracks from USB mass storage class. Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer) Elapsed Remaining Folder...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide

    Using other equipment (continued) Changing the remote control code Change the code if you find the remote control unintentionally also controls other equipment. Change the main unit’s code Change the remote control’s code Preparation Press and hold [OK] and [2] (or [1]) on the remote control for at least 2 seconds.
  • Page 16: Playing Discs

    Troubleshooting guide (continued) When there is a television set nearby The picture on the TV • The location and direction of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor disappears or stripes antenna, change to an outdoor antenna (➡ page 5). appear on the screen.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION CD SECTION GENERAL    RMS Output Power Stereo Mode Disc played [8 cm or 12 cm] Power supply Front Ch (both channel driven) (1) CD-Audio (CD-DA) AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz 20 W per channel (4 Ω), (2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3) Power consumption 73 W...
  • Page 18 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 Back of product PERSONNEL.
  • Page 19 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
  • Page 20 Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany RQTX0215-2B H0209CL2010 © Panasonic Corporation 2010...

This manual is also suitable for:

Sc-pm42Sa-pm38Sa-pm42Sb-pm48

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