Panasonic SC-AKX30 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System
SC-AKX30
Model No.
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions thoroughly before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
These operating instructions are applicable to
the following system.
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
System SC-AKX30
1 x AC power supply cord 1 x AM loop antenna
Main unit SA-AKX30
2 x Remote control batteries 1 x Remote control
Speakers SB-AKX30
(N2QAYB000501)
1 x FM indoor antenna
Your unit may not look exactly the same as
illustrated.
Customer Service
Customer Service Directory
Obtain information products and operative assistant; localize the closer distributor or Service Center; buy spare parts
and accessories by our web site to Latin American:
http://www.lar.panasonic.com
Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center:
Panama 800-PANA (800-7262) Chile 800-390-602
Colombia 1-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262) From a cell phone: 797-5000
Ecuador 1800-PANASONIC (1800-726276) Venezuela 800-PANA-800 (800-7262-800)
Costa Rica 800-PANA737 (800-7262737) Uruguay 0-800-PANA (0-800-7262)
El Salvador 800-PANA (800-7262) Peru 0800-00726
Guatemala 1-801-811-PANA (1-801-811-7262) Argentina 0800-333-PANA (0800-333-7262)
0810-321-PANA (0810-321-7262)
Mexico Service
To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at:
email: atencion.clientes@mx.panasonic.com
Or you may contact us in the next following phones numbers: 01800-VIP-PANA (01800-847-7262) - Interior
(55) 5000-1200 - Mexico D.F. and Metropolitan Area
Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
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.
• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
Inside of product CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES,
SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
– If you see this symbol –
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment
This symbol is only valid in the European
and easily accessible.
Union.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain
If you wish to discard this product,
readily operable.
please contact your local authorities or
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
dealer and ask for the correct method of
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC
disposal.
receptacle.
This product may receive radio interference caused
CAUTION!
by mobile telephones during use. If such interference
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
is apparent, please increase separation between the
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
product and the mobile telephone.
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
CLIMATES.
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 FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Placement Foreign matter
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive cause electric shock or malfunction.
vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause
other components, thereby shortening the unit's service
electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately
life.
disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid your dealer.
distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They
Do not place heavy items on the unit. contain fl ammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into
the unit.
Voltage
Service
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload
the unit and cause a fi re. Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source
other problem that is not covered in these instructions
carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place
occurs, disconnect the AC power cord and contact your
where DC is used.
dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock
or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired,
AC power cord protection
disassembled or reconstructed by unqualifi ed persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the
Ensure the AC power cord is connected correctly and not
power source if it is not to be used for a long time.
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause
fi re or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy
items on the lead.
Grasp the plug fi rmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling
the AC power cord can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause
electric shock.

PLACEMENT OF SPEAKERS

Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right • You can damage your speakers and shorten their
channel orientation is necessary. useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended
periods.
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
• Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid
damage.
Use only the supplied speakers.
– When playing distorted sound.
The combination of the main unit and speakers provide
– When adjusting the sound quality.
the best sound. Using other speakers can damage the
unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.
Caution
Note: • Use the speakers only with the recommended
• Keep your speakers at least 10mm away from the system. Failure to do so can damage the amplifi er
system for proper ventilation. and speakers, and can cause fi re. Consult a
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do qualifi ed service person if damage occurs or if a
sudden change in performance is apparent.
not place them near televisions, personal computers or
other devices easily infl uenced by magnetism. • Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

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Note on using the remote control
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
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• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.
• Do not take apart or short circuit the batteries.
• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese
batteries.
• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
• Do not heat or expose to fl ame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed
to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors
Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
and windows closed.
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote
• Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause
control.
electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fi re.
Aim at the remote control signal sensor O , avoiding • Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of
to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark
the unit. place.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTS

1
Note:
Plug the audio cord into the MUSIC PORT jack
All peripheral components and cables are sold separately.
2
Press [MUSIC P. /AUX]
3
Connecting to headphones
Play the portable audio equipment. (See the
portable audio equipment's instruction manual.)
Connect headphones to the headphones jack ( ) N .
(Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo)
Connecting to other external unit
• Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent
hearing damage.
You can connect to an analog player with a built-in phone
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
equalizer.
headphones can cause hearing loss.
1
• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage Press [MUSIC P. /AUX]
the user's ears.
2
Be sure to use the supplied or recommended Play the external unit. (See the external unit's
instruction manual.)
headphones or earphones.
Note:
Connecting to a portable audio equipment
• When units other than those described above are to be
connected, please consult your audio dealer.
This feature enables you to enjoy music from a portable
• Sound distortion may occur when you use an adaptor
audio equipment.
other than the one supplied.
Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the
portable audio equipment before you plug into the MUSIC
PORT jack M . Otherwise, sound from the speaker may
be distorted.
AVOID INTERFERING WITH OTHER PANASONIC
EQUIPMENT
Other Panasonic audio or video equipment may start
1
Press and hold [MUSIC P. /AUX]
functioning when you operate the unit using the supplied
unit and [ 2 ]
remote control.
"REMOTE 2".
You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the 2
Press and hold [OK]
remote control operating mode to "REMOTE 2".
seconds.
The main unit and remote control must be set to the
To change the mode back to "REMOTE 1", repeat steps 1
same mode.
and 2 by replacing [ 2 ] with [ 1 ].

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all the other connections have
been made.
Antenna connections
Place the antenna where reception is best.
FM indoor antenna
Adhesive tape
To household AC outlet
Speaker connections
SPEAKERS
L
(3 )
R (3 )
Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way

CLOCK AND TIMER

Setting the clock
This is a 12-hour clock.
1
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] h to select "CLOCK".
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK ] # PLAY ] # REC
Original display
2
Within 8 seconds or so
Press [R/T] o to set the time.
3
Press [OK] o to fi nish setting the time.
Displaying the clock
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] h once when the unit is on or in
M . standby mode.
The time is displayed for a few seconds.
E to select "MUSIC PORT".
Note:
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
Play and record timer
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to
wake you up (play timer) or to record from the radio or the
optional equipments (record timer).
Play timer and record timer cannot be used together.
E to select "AUX".
Turn the unit on and set the clock.
Play timer Prepare the music source you want
to listen to; disc, USB device, internal
memory, radio or other equipments and
set the volume 7 .
Record Insert the USB device (for USB
timer recording) and tune to the radio station
(Z see "RADIO") or select the music
port or AUX source (Z see "OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENTS").
1
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] h repeatedly to select the
timer function.
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK # PLAY ] # REC
]
Original display
# PLAY : to set the play timer
# REC : to set the record timer
(Proceed to the next step within 8 seconds )
2
Press [R/T] o to set the starting time.
E on the main
3
Z until the main unit's display shows Press [OK] o to confi rm.
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the fi nishing time.
o and [ 2 ] Z for at least 2
5
Press [R/T] o to select the desired source for
play timer or record timer.
6
Press [OK] o to confi rm.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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.
■ Common problems
When the unit is in standby mode, the display lights
up and changes continuously.
• Press and hold [8] F on the main unit to select "DEMO
AM loop antenna OFF".
No response when remote control buttons are
pressed.
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Push
Distorted sound or no sound.
• Turn the volume up.
• Turn off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then
turn the unit on again. It may be caused by straining of
the speakers through excessive volume or power, and
Stand the antenna using the unit in a hot environment.
up on its base.
Click!
A "humming" sound can be heard during play.
• An AC power supply cord or fl uorescent light is near
the unit. Keep other appliances and cords away from
the unit.
■ Discs
Incorrect display or play will not start.
Please refer to "Connecting
• You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it
to other external unit" for
correctly.
more information on the AUX
• Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.
connection.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-
standard.
• Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to
evaporate.
Power supply connection
The total number of tracks displayed is incorrect.
The disc cannot be read.
Insertion of connector
Distorted sound is heard.
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted,
• You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one
depending on the type of inlet used, the front part of
it can.
the connector may jut out as shown in the drawing.
• You have inserted a disc that has not been fi nalized or
However there is no problem using the unit.
completely formatted.
■ Radio
Connector
Appliance inlet
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
The stereo indicator fl ickers or does not light.
• Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna
For your reference
should be installed by a competent technician.
To save power when the unit is not to be used for a
A beat sound is heard.
long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. You
• Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.
will need to reset some memory items after plugging
• Switch to either BP 1 or BP 2 when in AM tuner mode.
in the unit.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcast.
Note:
• Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
• The included AC power supply cord is for use with
this unit only. ■ USB
Do not use it with other equipment.
• Do not use an AC power supply cord from other The USB drive or its contents cannot be read.
equipment. • The USB drive format or its contents is/are not
compatible with the system.
• The USB host function of this product may not work with
some USB devices.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32
gigabytes may not work in some instances.
Slow operation of the USB device.
• Large fi le size or high memory USB fl ash drive takes
longer time to read.

SPECIFICATIONS

Amplifi er section
RMS Output power stereo mode
For play timer proceed to step 9.
Front Ch (both channels driven)
For record timer continue from step 7 onward.
160 W per channel (3 ), 1 kHz, 10% THD
7
Press [R/T] o to select the desired recording Total RMS stereo mode power
storage location.
PMPO output power
8
Press [OK] o to confi rm.
FM/AM tuner, terminals section
To activate the timer
Preset station
9
Press [# PLAY/REC] g to turn on the timer.
10 Frequency Modulation (FM)
Press [`] X to turn off the unit.
Frequency range
87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step)
The unit must be turned off for the timer to operate.
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Change the Repeat steps 1 to 8 and 10 (Z see left
Antenna terminals
settings and above).
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
Frequency range
Change the 1) Press [# PLAY/REC] g to clear the
520 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)
volume
timer indicator from the display.
Aux input
2) Make changes to the volume.
Headphone jack
3) Perform steps 9 and 10.
Terminal
Check the Press [CLOCK/TIMER] h repeatedly to
Output level (CD, 1 kHz, –20 dB)
settings
select #PLAY or #REC. Music port (front)
Sensitivity
Cancel Press [# PLAY/REC] g to clear the timer
Terminal
indicator from the display.
Disc section
Note:
• The play timer will start at the preset time with volume
Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)
increasing gradually to preset level.
(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)
• The record timer will start 30 seconds before the set
(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 formatted disc)
time with the volume muted.
(3) MP3
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer
MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3
is on.
Pick up
• The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer to
Wavelength
function.
Audio output (Disc)
• If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is
Number of channels
functioning, the fi nish time setting will not be activated.
FL = Front left channel
FR = Front right channel
Sleep timer
USB section
This function enables you to turn off the unit automatically
after the set time.
USB Port
Press [SLEEP] i repeatedly to select your desired
USB Standard
time.
Media fi le format support
USB device fi le system
To cancel
Press [SLEEP] i to select "OFF". USB port power
Bit rate
Changing the remaining time
Press [SLEEP] i to show the remaining time and press
[SLEEP] i again to select your desired time.
Note:
• The play and sleep timer or the record and sleep timer

MAINTENANCE

can be used together.
• The sleep timer always has priority. Be sure not to
overlap timer settings.
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 chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
■ Unit displays
"NO PLAY"
• Check the content.
• Only MP3 format fi les can be played.
"F61"
• Check and correct the speaker cords connection.
If this does not fi x the problem, consult the dealer.
• Disconnect the USB device. Turn the unit off and then
turn back on.
"ERROR"
• Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions
and try again.
"ERROR" (during recording)
• You are not able to select other playback source
(example: radio, USB and etc.) or press [2/3] /
[5/6] Q during recording.
Stop the recording function.
• You are not able to open the disc tray when recording
from AM source.
• Select a suitable recording mode (128 KBPS or
192 KBPS) and resume recording.
"PLAYERROR"
• An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit
will skip that track and play the next one.
"VBR–"
• The unit cannot display the remaining play time for
variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
"HI-SPEED CAN'T REC"
• You cannot use high-speed recording while using
analog mode. Change to digital mode or use normal
recording.
"DEVICE FULL"
• You cannot perform recording because the total USB
remaining REC (recording) time of the USB device is
less than the total time of the music source.
Change to a USB device which has the appropriate
recording time and perform the recording again.
System memory reset (Initialization)
When the following situations occur, refer to the
instructions below to reset the memory:
• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.
To reset system memory
1
Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
(Wait at least 3 minutes before proceeding to
step 2.)
2
While pressing and holding down [1, POWER]
B , reconnect the AC power supply cord.
"– – – – – – – –" appears on the display panel 1 .
3
Release [1, POWER] B .
All the settings are returned to the factory preset.
You will need to reset the memory items.
USB recording
Bit rate 128 kbps / 192 kbps / 320 kbps
USB recording speed 1x, 4x (CD only)
Recording fi le format MP3 ( .mp3)
Memory section
320 W
3500 W
Memory
Memory size 2 GB
Memory fi le format support MP3 ( .mp3)
Memory recording
FM 30 stations
Bit rate 128 kbps / 192 kbps / 320 kbps
AM 15 stations
Memory recording speed 1x, 4x (CD only)
Recording fi le format MP3 ( .mp3)
Capacity of total song recorded 510 songs
(Use 128 kbps, approximately 1 song = 4 mins)
75 (unbalanced)
Speaker section
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass refl ex)
Speaker unit(s)
RCA pin jack
Full range 20 cm cone type
Tweeter 6 cm cone type
Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
Impedance 3
32 (Max)
Output sound pressure 86 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range 58 Hz to 21 kHz (–16 dB)
100 mV, 4.7 k
75 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB)
Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 mm x 414 mm x 235 mm
4.0 k g
Mass
General
Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 68 W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 mm x 336 mm x 245 mm
Mass 3.2 k g
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C
795 nm (CD)
Operating humidity range
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
2 (FL, FR)
Power consumption in standby mode:
0.2 W (approximate)
Note:
1) Specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
USB 2.0 full speed Mass and dimensions are approximate.
MP3 ( .mp3) 2) Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital
FAT 12, FAT 16, FAT 32
spectrum analyzer.
500 mA (Max)
16 kbps to 320 kbps (playback)
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