Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-ak220 Operating Instructions
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RQT7528 11 You can use either 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. 1Press [:, TAPE].The unit comes on. If a cassette was loaded, play starts automatically (One touch play). 2Press [c, DECK 1] or [c, DECK 2] and insert the cassette. Insert with the side to be played facing towards you and the exposed tape facing down. Close the holder by hand. 3Press [:, TAPE] to start playback.To play on the other side of the tape, turn the tape over and press [:, TAPE]. To stop tape playback Press [L, STOP]. To fast-forward or rewind Press [g/REW/3] (rewind) or [f/FF/4] (fast-forward). To select between loaded decks Press [DECK 1/2] (remote control: [PLAY MODE]). Note •Tape playback is momentarily interrupted if you open the other deck. •Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism. •Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be taken up before the tape is played. •Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if used incorrectly. Cassettes Front side Side A Tab for side B Tab for side A Adhesive tape Selection of tapes for recording Use normal position tapes. High position and metal position tapes can be used, but this unit will not be able to record or erase them correctly. Preparation: Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately. 1Press [c, DECK 2] and insert the cassette to be recorded. Insert with the side to be recorded facing towards you and the exposed tape facing down. 2Select the source to be recorded.Radio recording: Tune in the station. (A page 10) CD recording: 1Insert the CD(s) you want to record. Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, STOP]. 2Prepare the desired CD recording mode. Remote control only•To record programmed tracks On page 8, “Program play”, do steps: CD1 ~ 3 MP31 ~ 4 •To record specific CDs/tracks 1. For CD-DA, do steps 1 to 2 on page 8: “To listen to specific CDs and tracks (CD Play Mode function)”. For MP3, do steps 1 to 2 on page 8: “To listen to specific CDs and tracks (CD Play Mode function)”. Ensure CD is stopped. 2. MP3 For 1-ALBUM mode and 1-SONG mode: Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album. 3. For 1-SONG mode: Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the track. Tape-to-tape recording: 1Press [:, TAPE] and then [L, STOP]. 2Press [c, DECK 1] and insert the cassette you want to record. 3Press [a, REC] to start recording. Playback Recording To stop recording Press [L, STOP]. If the tape finishes before the CD The CD continues playing. Press [L, STOP] to stop it. To record on the other side of the tape Turn the tape over and press [a, REC]. Reducing noise when recording AMRemote control only Hold down [PLAY MODE] while recording. Every time you hold down the button: BP1 ↔ BP2 Choose the setting with the least noise. Note •Changes to volume and sound/field quality do not affect recording. •You cannot open deck 1 while recording. •You cannot fast-forward or rewind one deck while recording with the other. •When recording an AM broadcast, sound is momentarily interrupted when you start and stop the recording. Erasure prevention Use a screwdriver or similar object to break out the tab. To re-record on a protected cassette Cover the hole with adhesive tape. To erase a tape 1. Press [:, TAPE] and then [L, STOP]. 2. Insert the recorded tape into deck 2. Ensure there is no tape in deck 1. 3. Press [a, REC]. Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.Every time you press the button: HEAVY SOFTCLEAR EQ-OFF (cancelled)DISCOLIVEHALL HEAVY (sound quality): Adds punch to rock SOFT (sound quality): For background music CLEAR (sound quality): Clarifies higher sounds DISCO (sound field): Produces sound with the same kind of lengthy reverberations heard at a disco LIVE (sound field): Makes vocals more alive HALL (sound field): Adds an expansiveness to the sound to produce the atmosphere of a great concert hall Note You cannot use PRESET EQ and SUPER SOUND EQ together. Using the built-in sound quality/sound field settings Enhancing the sound quality You can enhance the bass and treble effect of the sound. Press [SUPER SOUND EQ].Remote control: Press [S.SOUND EQ]. The button light comes on. Press the button again to cancel. The button light goes out. Sound quality/sound field Cassettes
RQT7528 12 Using an external unit (See page 4 for external unit connection.) 1. Press [AUX]. The unit comes on. 2.For listening: Proceed to step 3. For recording: Press [a, REC] (recording starts). 3. Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the external unit’s instruction manual.) Using headphones (not included) Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones. Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo Note Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage. Turning the demo function on/off When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may be shown on the display. If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by selecting “DEMO ON”. Press and hold [DISP, –DEMO].The display changes each time the button is held down. NO DEMO (off)↔DEMO ON (on) While in the standby mode, select “NO DEMO” to reduce power consumption. Note DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on. Other functions This is a 12-hour clock. 1Switch on the power. 2Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.Every time you press the button: 3(Within 7 seconds or so)Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the time. 4Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time. The display will return to whatever was displayed before you set the time. To display the time Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] once when the unit is on or at standby mode. The time is shown for about 5 seconds. Note Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy. Remote control only When CD or tape is selected as the source To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for ten minutes. This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX. Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF].“AUTO OFF” is shown on the display. The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. If you select tuner or AUX as the source, “AUTO OFF” goes out. It comes on again when you select CD or tape. To cancel Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF] again. Previous display CLOCKRECPLAY Auto-off function Setting the time Remote control only To dim the display panel Remote control only Press [DIMMER]. The display is dimmed and the indicators are turned off. (The AC supply indicator remains on.) Press [DIMMER] again to restore the display. To mute the volume Remote control only Press [MUTING]. Press the button again to cancel. “MUTING” goes out. To cancel from the unit, turn [VOLUME] to minimum (--dB), then raise it to the required level. Muting is also cancelled when the unit is turned off. Convenient functions AUX VOLUMEPHONES
Timer operations RQT7528 Reference 13 To check the settings Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] while the unit is on to select “rPLAY” or “rREC”. The settings are shown in the following order: Play timer: on time→off time→source→volume Record timer: on time→off time→source To check the settings while the unit is off, press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/ TIMER] twice. If you use the unit after the timers are set After using, check that the correct tape/CD are loaded before turning the unit off. Note •If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is functioning, the finish time setting will not be activated. •If you selected AUX as the source, when the timer comes on, the unit turns on and engages “AUX” as the source. If you want to playback or record from a connected unit, set that unit’s timer to the same time. (See the connected unit’s instruction manual.) Using the sleep timer Remote control only This timer turns the unit off after a set time. While enjoying the desired source: Press [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes). Every time you press the button: SLEEP 90 SLEEP 120SLEEP 60SLEEP 30SLEEP OFF To cancel the sleep timer Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF”. To confirm the remaining time Press [SLEEP] once. The remaining time is shown for about 5 seconds. To change the setting Press [SLEEP] to select the new setting. You can use the sleep timer in combination with the play/record timer. Make sure the unit is off before the play/record timer’s start time. Note The sleep timer will be turned off when you start recording from a CD. Using the play/record timer Remote control onlyYou can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up (play timer) or to record a radio station or from the aux source (record timer). The play and record timers cannot be used together. Preparations: •Turn the unit on and set the clock (A page 12). •For the play timer, prepare the desired music source (tape/CD/ radio/aux), and set the volume. •For the record timer, check the cassette’s erasure prevention tabs (A page 11) and insert the tape in deck 2 (A page 11). Tune to the radio station (A page 10) or select the aux source (A page 12). 1Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer function. Every time you press the button: rPLAY: to set the play timer rREC: to set the record timer 2ON time setting 1 (Within 8 seconds or so)Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the start time. 2Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER]. 3OFF time setting 1Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the finish time. 2Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER]. The start and finish times are now set. 4Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to display the timer indicator. Every time you press the button: RECPLAY (off) rPLAY: to turn the play timer on rREC: to turn the record timer on (The indicator doesn’t appear if the start and finish times or the clock hasn’t been set.) 5Press [ f ff f f] to turn the unit off. The unit must be off for the timers to operate. •Play timer:Play will start in the set condition at the set time with volume increasing gradually to the set level. •Record timer:The unit comes on 30 seconds before the set time with the volume muted. To cancel the timer Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. (The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on.) To change the settings (when the unit is on)To change the play/record times Do steps 1, 2, 3 and 5. To change the source or volume 1. Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. 2. Make changes to the source or volume. 3. Do steps 4 to 5. To change the timer Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to select the desired timer. Every time the button is pressed: RECPLAY (off) Timers Previous display CLOCKRECPLAY
RQT7528 14 CASSETTE DECK SECTIONTrack system4 track, 2 channel Heads Record/playbackSolid permalloy head ErasureDouble gap ferrite head MotorDC servo motor Recording systemAC bias 100 kHz Erasing systemAC erase 100 kHz Tape speed4.8 cm/s (1 7/8 ips) Overall frequency response (+3 dB, –6 dB at DECK OUT) NORMAL (TYPE I)35 Hz–14 kHz S/N50 dB (A weighted) Wow and flutter0.18% (WRMS) Fast forward and rewind time Approx. 120 seconds with C-60 cassette tape CD SECTIONSampling frequency44.1 kHz Decoding16 bit linear Beam source/wavelength Semiconductor laser/780 nm Number of channelsStereo Frequency response 20 Hz–20 kHz (+1, –2 dB) Wow and flutterBelow measurable limit Digital filter8 fs D/A converterMASH (1 bit DAC) MP3 Bit rate32 kbps–320 kbps Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor. FM outdoor antenna • Disconnect the FM indoor antenna. •The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. AM outdoor antenna Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location. Leave the loop antenna connected. Note Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm. Optional antenna connections 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. Product Service Product information For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on the back page. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you. 4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition. Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION FTC output power THD 10%, both channels driven 60 Hz–16 kHz 60 W per channel (6 Ω) Total FTC power120 W RMS output power THD 10%, both channels driven 1 kHz80 W per channel (6 Ω) Total RMS power160 W Input sensitivity AUX250 mV Input impedance AUX13.3 kΩ FM TUNER SECTIONFrequency range 87.9–107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps) 87.5–108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps) Sensitivity2.5 ØV (IHF) S/N 26 dB2.2 ØV Antenna terminal(s)75 Ω (unbalanced) AM TUNER SECTIONFrequency range 520–1710 kHz (10 kHz steps) Sensitivity S/N 20 dB (at 1000 kHz)560 ØV/m SPEAKER SECTIONType2 way, 2 speaker system Speaker(s) Woofer16 cm (61/2˝) cone type Tweeter6 cm (23/8˝) cone type Impedance6 Ω Input power (IEC) 80 W (Max) Output sound pressure level 81 dB/W (1.0 m) Cross over frequency4 kHz Frequency range35 Hz–28 kHz (–16 dB) 50 Hz–26 kHz (–10 dB) Dimensions (WxHxD)220 x 330 x 207 mm (821/32˝ x 13˝ x 85/32˝) Mass2.7 kg (6.0 lb.) GENERAL Power supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption 165 W Dimensions (WxHxD)250 x 330 x 363 mm (927/32˝ x 13˝ x 149/32˝) Mass7.3 kg (16.1 lb.) Power consumption in standby mode: 0.34 W Note: 1. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. 2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer. Shield braid Core wire 1 30 mm (1 3/16”) 15 mm (19/32”) 1 2 32 FM outdoor antenna (not included) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not included) Shield braid Core wireAM outdoor antenna (not included) AM loop antenna (included) 5 -12 m(16 – 40 ft.)
Timer operations RQT7528 Reference 15 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on the back cover if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 14 if you reside in Canada. Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers @. 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 is 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. 7 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. Wait for about an hour for it to clear and try again. The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Replace 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 failure 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 a few moments and then it should operate normally. Listening to the radio Noise is heard. The stereo indicator flickers or doesn’t light. Sound is distorted. A beat sound is heard. A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.Use an outdoor antenna. $ Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit. Separate the antenna from other cables and cords. Using the cassette deck Poor quality sound. Recording is not possible.Clean the heads. See below If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. ! If the surfaces are dirty To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. •Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzene to clean this unit.•Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully. Maintenance For a cleaner, crisper sound Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and recording. Use a cleaning tape (not included). Common Problems Although the unit is in standby mode, the display lights up and changes continuously. No sound. Sound stops. Sound is unfixed, reversed or comes from one speaker only. Humming heard during play. “ERROR” is displayed. “– –:– –” appears on the display at standby mode. “F61” is displayed.Turn off the demo function. @ If you set the clock, demo function will be turned off automatically. @ Turn the volume up. Switch off the unit, 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. 4 An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cords away from this unit’s cables. Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again. You plugged the AC power supply cord in for the first time or there was a power failure recently. Set the time. @ Check and correct the speaker cords connection.4 If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer. Remote control Remote control doesn’t work.Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. 3 Replace the batteries if they are worn. 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 incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to an outdoor antenna. The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit.
16 RQT6351 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca RQT7528-P G0104KW0 © 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in Singapore En Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) 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During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your prod- uct during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original pur- chase date is required for warranty service.Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211- 7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910. Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjust- ments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. 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