Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-ak500, Sc-ak490, Sc-ak300, Sc-ak200 Operating Instructions

RQT6085-4PP
CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No.  SC-AK500
SC-AK490
SC-AK300
SC-AK200
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
PC
The illustrations show SC-AK500. 

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following system.
These operating instructions, however, fundamentally explain the op-
eration of system SC-AK500.
SystemSC-AK500 SC-AK490 SC-AK300 SC-AK200
Main unitSA-AK500 SA-AK490 SA-AK300 SA-AK200
SpeakersSB-AK500 SB-AK500 SB-AK300 SB-AK200
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Supplied...

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AM loop antenna
(N1DADYY00002).......... 1 pc.
Remote control transmitter.............................................. 1 pc.Batteries........... 2 pcs.
R6, AA, UM-3The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral...

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Safety
1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of the type
described in these instructions or as marked on the unit.
2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug
where one blade is wider than the other. This safety feature
ensures that the plug fits into your household AC outlet only one
way. If the plug doesn’t fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug
still doesn’t fit, contact an electrician to replace the obsolete
outlet. Do not attempt to defeat...

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Battery installation
About the remote control
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just pur-
chased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to
consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equip-
ment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associ-
ation’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of
your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound
come through loud and clear without...

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Basic connections (for supplied
accessories)
•
Plug the AC power supply cord into a household AC outlet only
after all other connections have been made.
•To prepare the antenna wires and speaker cords, twist the vinyl
cover tip and pull off.
1Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position where radio
signals are received with the least amount of interference.
 Note
For best reception sound quality:
An FM outdoor antenna is recommended. (See page...

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30 mm
(1 3/16˝)
15 mm
(19/32˝)
1
2
3
GND
A
LOOP
EXT AM 
ANT
5 -12 m(16 – 40 ft.)
B
C
RL
(L)(R)
1
2
FM ANT
    (       )
Connections
Shield braid
Core wire
Rear panel of this unit FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
AM loop
antenna
(included) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not included)
Analog player (not included) AM outdoor antenna (not included)
Optional antenna connections
You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a
mountainous region or inside a reinforced concrete building,...

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Front panel controls
Main unit
No. Name Ref. page
1AC supply indicator (AC IN)
This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power
supply.
2Standby/on switch (f/I, POWER)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
3Display button (DISPLAY)..................................15, 19
4Display
5Preset EQ select button (PRESET EQ)................... 24
6Record button...

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SLEEPSLEEP
7890
DISPDISPLAYAYDIMMERDIMMERPLAY  AY MODEODEPRPROGRARAM
4561010
VOLUMEVOLUME
MUMUTING PRESET T EQ S.S.SOUND D EQ
CLCLOCKCK TIMER TIMERPLAY
RECRECAUTO OFFTO OFF
FFREWFFREW
DISCDISC123
TUNERTUNERAUXAUXTAPETAPECDCD
225
26
327
19
20
23
18
14
2928
30
3231
21
22
33
345
Remote control
Buttons such as 2 function in exactly the same way as the buttons
on the main unit.
No. Name Ref. page
2Standby/on button (f) ............................................... 11
;Sleep timer/auto...

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B
A
C
DEMO
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 mode.
This function is set to on at the time of purchase.
During standby mode
Press and hold [L/–DEMO] until “NO
DEMO” is displayed.
The display changes each time the button is held down.
NO DEMO (off)↔DEMO ON (on)
To show a demonstration of the display
Press and hold [L/–DEMO] until “DEMO ON” is displayed.
Note
•You cannot turn demo...