Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-ak77, Sc-ak66, Sc-ak62 Operating Instructions

RQT5769-4PP
CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No.  SC-AK77
SC-AK66
SC-AK62
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
PC
The illustrations show SC-AK77.
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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-AK77.
SystemSC-AK77 SC-AK66 SC-AK62
Main unitSA-AK77 SA-AK66 SA-AK62
FrontSB-AK77 SB-AK66 SB-AK66
Speakers SurroundSB-PS70A SB-PS70A SB-PS70A
CenterSB-PC70A SB-PC70A SB-PC70A
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Supplied...

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AM loop antenna
(RSA0029-L).................. 1 pc.
Remote control transmitter.............................................. 1 pc.Batteries........... 2 pcs.
(R6, AA, UM-3)
•SC-AK77:
(N2QAHB000013)
Recording operations
Before recording (Deck 2 only)............................ 22
Tape-to-tape recording.......................................... 23
Recording from radio broadcasts........................ 24
Recording from compact discs............................ 25
To record special...

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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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If irregular coloring occurs on your televisionThe front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a
television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions
and set-up combinations.
If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.
The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the problem.
If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.
Note
Surround speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place
them near...

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Connections
13
GND
FM ANT
    (        )
2
1
FM indoor antenna Adhesive tape
2
LOOP
EXT AM ANT
AM loop antenna
SC-AK77
Red (+)
Red (+)Gray (+)
Black (–)
Black (–)
Blue (–)
Gray (+)
Blue (–)
SC-AK66
Red (+)
Red (+) Black (–)
Black (–)
Gray (+)
Gray with 
blue line (–)
Gray (+)
Gray with 
blue line (–)
A
BC
Blue
Gray
Gray
Blue
BlueBlack
RedRedGray
Gray
Red
Black
4
3
2
1
C
3AB
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Basic connections (for supplied accessories)
•Plug the AC power 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.
Connect 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.
Connect the AM loop...

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A
B
C
(MIX OUT)
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
FRONT
CENTER
DVD player with 
5.1 ch OUT
(not included)
Rear panel of this unitRL
AUX
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
RL
AUX
AUDIO OUT
Laser disc player/ DVD player 
without 5.1 ch OUT (not included)
Rear panel of this unit
SC-AK77
RL
AUX
RL
AUX 1
AUX 2AUDIO OUT
Video cassette recorder
(not included)
Rear panel of this unit
SC-AK77
RL
AUX 1
AUX 2
D
SC-AK77
SC-AK66RL
AUX
RL
AUX 1
AUX 2AUDIO OUT
Record player (not included)
Rear panel of this unit
RL
RLFRONT...

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Concerning the remote control
Battery installation
Insert the batteries observing the correct polarities (e, d).
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.
•Do not heat or disassemble the batteries. Do not allow them to
contact flame or water.
•Remove the batteries if the unit is not to be used for a long time.
•Do not keep...

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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)............................. 13
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.
3Play timer/record timer button
(rPLAY/rREC) ......................................................... 33
4Clock/timer button...