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CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
SC-AK28
Model No.
SC-AK18
The illustrations show SC-AK28.
EB GN
Note:
The "EB" indication shown on the packing case
indicates United Kingdom.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this pro-
duct, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
RQT5265-B
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System Operating Instructions SC-AK28 Model No. SC-AK18 The illustrations show SC-AK28. Note: The "EB" indication shown on the packing case indicates United Kingdom. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this pro- duct, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. -
Page 2: Supplied Accessories
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions supplied accessories. carefully. These operating instructions are applicable to the following system. AC mains lead ..........1 pc. These operating instructions, however, fundamentally explain the operation of system SC-AK28. For United Kingdom For Australia and New (RJA0044-1C) Zealand System... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
To record special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function) ..24 if it is not to be used for a long time. Sound quality/sound field operations Using the built-in sound quality/sound field settings ....25 Boosting the super woofer SC-AK28 ........25 Adding bass SC-AK18 ............... 25 Varying the sound quality with the manual equalizer .... -
Page 4: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
Caution for AC Mains Lead WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO (For United Kingdom) THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL (“EB” area code model only) COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW. For your safety, please read the following text carefully. THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY. -
Page 5: Concerning The Remote Control
Concerning the remote control Battery installation R6, AA, UM-3 SC-AK28 Use of batteries • Align the poles (+ and –) properly when inserting the batteries. • Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries. • Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries. -
Page 6: Connections
Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change SC-AK28 in performance. • Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings. -
Page 7: Optional Antenna Connections
Connecting digital equipment to the optical fiber out terminal D (For United Kingdom: model SC-AK28 only) Remove the dust-protection cap and connect this unit to other digital Rear panel of this unit equipment with an optical fibre terminal, such as a receiver or digital surround processor. -
Page 8: Front Panel Controls
(CD MANAGER) ........... 18, 24 ! Random play button (RANDOM) ......16 Disc tray # Display select/demonstration button (-DISP/–DEMO) ............ 10, 11 SC-AK28 Super woofer on/off button (S.WOOFER) ............... 25 SC-AK18 V.BASS on/off button (V.BASS) ....... 25 % Volume control (VOLUME) ........13 &... - Page 9 ~ Tape/deck select button (TAPE) ......19 + CD button (CD) ............18 ] EQ select button (EQ) ..........25 & 3D AI EQ select button (3D AI) ........ 26 SC-AK28 Super woofer on/off button (S.WOOFER) ...............25 SC-AK18 V.BASS on/off button (V.BASS) ....... 25 ^ Reverse side playback/preset channel select button (//3) ..........
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Page 10: Turning The Demo Function Off
Turning the demo function off If the clock has not been set, a demonstration of the display is shown when the unit is switched to standby. This function is set to on at the time of purchase. Turn this function off to get the most from the eco mode (see below). Press and hold [-DISP/–DEMO] until “NO DEMO”... -
Page 11: Setting The Time
Setting the time This is a 24-hour display clock. This example in the figure shows how to set the time for 16:25 (4:25 p.m.). Press [f/ 7] to switch on the system. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Every time you press the button: CLOCK PLAY Previous display... -
Page 12: Presetting Radio Broadcasts
Presetting radio broadcasts • Up to 12 stations can be set in each band with the automatic or manual memory presetting. • If broadcast frequencies are preset in the memory, you can easily tune in any of these frequencies from the system or remote control unit. -
Page 13: Listening To Radio Broadcasts
Listening to radio broadcasts Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band. The unit will come on automatically. Every time you press the button: FM Press [L L L L L , TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET” or “MANUAL”. Every time you press the button: MANUAL PRESET. -
Page 14: Concerning Compact Discs
Concerning compact discs With this system, you can only play compact discs having this mark. However, do not use irregular shaped CDs. CDs of the sort can damage the unit. XXXX XXXX XXXXX XXXX XX XXXX XXXX XXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXX XXXX XXXX Handling precautions B ~ D •... -
Page 15: Listening To Compact Discs
Listening to compact discs Always stop the changer before loading or changing CDs. You cannot change CDs while a disc is playing. Press a [c] button. The unit will come on automatically and the tray opens. Set CD in the tray. To continue loading CDs in the other trays Press another [c] button to open the required tray. -
Page 16: Direct Access Play
Listening to compact discs Direct access play by remote control only Press [CD]. Press [DISC]. (within 10 seconds or so) Press [1] – [5] to select the disc you want. 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 final disc (page 15). -
Page 17: Program Play
Listening to compact discs Program play by remote control only You can program up to 24 tracks. Press [CD]. Ensure CD is stopped. Press [PROGRAM]. Press [DISC]. (within 10 seconds or so) Press [1] – [5] to select the disc you want. Press the numeric button to select the desired track. -
Page 18: To Listen To Special Cds And Tracks (Cd Manager Function)
Listening to compact discs To listen to special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function) This function makes it easier for you to select special CDs and tracks from amongst those loaded in the player. You can use this function to make recordings as well. There are 3 CD/track selection modes. -
Page 19: Listening To Tapes
Listening to tapes Types of tapes which can be played correctly: The unit automatically identifies the type of tape. NORMAL POSITION/TYPE I HIGH POSITION/TYPE II METAL POSITION/TYPE IV You can use either deck 1 or deck 2 for tape playback. Press [TAPE, DECK 1/2]. -
Page 20: Concerning Cassette Tapes
Listening to tapes To fast-forward or rewind the tape A Press [g/(] or [)/f] in the stop mode. Tape direction To rewind To fast-forward “ 3” [g/(] [)/f] “4” [)/f] [g/(] To find the beginning of a program (TPS: Tape Program Sensor) A TPS finds the beginning of a track and resumes play from there. -
Page 21: Before Recording (Deck 2 Only)
Before recording (Deck 2 only) Types of tapes which can be recorded correctly The unit automatically identifies the type of tape. NORMAL POSITION/TYPE I HIGH POSITION/TYPE II Recording part METAL POSITION/TYPE IV Metal position tapes can be used, but the unit will not be able to Leader tape (no recording record or erase them correctly. -
Page 22: Recording From Radio Broadcasts
Recording from radio broadcasts Press [c DECK 2 OPEN] and insert the tape. Close the holder by hand. Tape direction is automatically set to “ 3 3 3 3 3 ”. Press [REV MODE] to select the reverse mode. Every time you press the button: : One side is recorded, then recording stops auto- matically. -
Page 23: Recording From Compact Discs
Recording from compact discs Press [c DECK 2 OPEN], and insert the tape. Close the holder by hand. Tape direction is automatically set to “ 3”. Press [REV MODE] to select the reverse mode. Every time you press the button: : One side is recorded, then recording stops auto- matically. -
Page 24: To Record Special Cds And Tracks (Cd Manager Function)
Recording from compact discs Front side To record special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function) Reverse side This function makes it easier for you to select special CDs and tracks from amongst those loaded in the player. The interrupted track is re-recorded in its entirety on the •... -
Page 25: Using The Built-In Sound Quality/Sound Field Settings
Note All recordings are performed at the flat setting even if an alternative sound quality/sound field setting has been selected. Boosting the super woofer SC-AK28 only SC-AK28 Press [S.WOOFER]. • When listening to the sound through the speakers... -
Page 26: Varying The Sound Quality With The Manual Equalizer
Varying the sound quality with the manual equalizer Dial [SOUND EQ] to display “MANUAL”. When it is turned clockwise, the settings are selected in the following sequence. 1 HEAVY 2 CLEAR 3 SOFT 4 DISCO 5 LIVE 6 HALL 7 MANUAL 8 AI EQ 9 FLAT Adjust the sound quality. -
Page 27: Using The Timer
Using the timer Using the play/record timer The timer has two functions. It can be set to on at a certain time to wake you up, or it can be set to record the radio or from the aux source. The play timer cannot be used in combination with the record timer. - Page 28 Using the timer Using the play/record timer For Australia and New Zealand To check settings While the unit is on and the “rPLAY” (or “rREC”) indicator is on, press [CLOCK/TIMER] so “rPLAY” (or “rREC”) appears on the For United Kingdom display.
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Page 29: Using The Sleep Timer
Using the timer Using the sleep timer This timer turns your system OFF at the set time (Max. 2 hours, settable at 30-minute interval). It lets you fall asleep listening to music. by remote control only Preparation Switch on the power. The figure shows how to set the system to standby mode after 30 minutes. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide
The left and right connections to the Connect the speaker cords correctly. are reversed. speaker are reversed. SC-AK28 LOW frequency sounds Either the left or the right LOW speaker Connect the left and right speaker cables to cannot be heard. -
Page 31: Maintenance
Problem Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy Reference page(s) When there is a television set nearby The picture on the TV The location and orientation of the antenna If you are using an indoor antenna, change disappears or stripes appear are incorrect. to an outdoor antenna. -
Page 32: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-AK28 CD SECTION GENERAL SC-AK28 RMS power output Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Power supply THD 10%, both channels driven Decoding 16 bit linear AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz (HIGH) 40 W per channel (6 ) Beam source/wave length...