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

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Sound quality/sound field operations
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SC-AK77
SC-AK66
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
1
SC-AK62
SC-AK62
SC-AK62
Enjoying sound with DOLBY PRO
LOGIC (DOLBY PRO LOGIC)
To playback a Dolby Surround source with
Dolby Pro Logic
Press [p PL].
The button lights.
Playback a Dolby Surround source.
To turn off DOLBY PRO LOGIC
Press [p PL].
The button light goes out.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, the double-D symbol and “Pro Logic” are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
To adjust the volume of each speakerPreparation: Press [p PL] to turn the light on.
Sit in the normal listening position and make the adjustments with the
remote control.
1Press [TEST].
A test signal is output.
The speaker outputting the test signal is displayed while the test is
running.
Lch: Front speaker (Left)
Cch: Center speaker
Rch: Front speaker (Right)
Sch: Surround speakers
2Press [VOLUME (– or +)].
Set the volume to the normal listening level.
The following steps are for setting the output level of the front speakers
and the other speakers to the same listening level.
3Press [CH SELECT].
Select the speaker channel to be adjusted.
4Press [CH LEVEL (– or +)].
Adjust the output level
+ : Increases the output level
– : Decreases the output level
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the level accordingly.
To stop the test signal
Press [TEST] again.
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SC-AK77
SC-AK66
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
1
SC-AK62
SC-AK62
Enjoying sound with stereophonics
(SURROUND)
This mode adds the 4ch surround effect to the normal stereo sources.
Press [SURROUND] to select “SRND MID” or “SRND
MAX.”
Each time the button is pressed:
SRND MID     SRND MAX     STEREO SOUND (off)
Playback the source.
To turn off the SURROUND mode
Press [SURROUND] to select “STEREO SOUND”.
To adjust the volume of surround speakersYou can change the output level of surround speakers manually.
While enjoying the desired source:
1Press [CH SELECT].
The output level of surround speakers is displayed.
2Press [CH LEVEL (– or +)].
Adjust the output level. The level can be adjusted between +6
and –10.
+ : Increase the output level
– : Decrease the output level
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Timer and others
Previous display
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.
Preparations
•Turn the unit on and set the clock (A page 13).
•For the play timer, prepare the music source you want to listen to;
tape, CD, radio, aux, or 6-channel input, and set the volume.
•For the record timer, check the cassette’s erasure prevention tabs
(A page 22: B), insert the tape in deck 2, select the reverse mode
(for SC-AK77) (A page 24) and tune to the radio station (A page
14) or select the aux source (A page 35).
You cannot record when [6CH INPUT] is selected.
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer function.
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK RECPLAY
rPLAY : to set the play timer
rREC : to set the record timer
Setting the start and finish times
1(Within 8 seconds or so)
Press [TUNE/TIME ADJ (3) or (4)] to select the
starting time.
2Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
1Press [TUNE/TIME ADJ (3) or (4)] to select the
finishing time.
2Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
The start and finish times are now set.
Turning the timer on
Press [rPLAY/rREC] 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 haven’t been set.)
Press [f/I, POWER] to turn the unit off.
The unit must be off for the timers to operate.
•For play timer
The timer play will start at the preset time with volume
increasing gradually up to the volume level you preset.
•For record timer
The record timer comes on about 30 seconds earlier than
the set time.
To cancel the timer
Press [rPLAY/rREC] to clear the timer indicators from the display.
(The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on.)
To change the settings (when unit is on)
•To change the play/record times
Do steps 1, 2, 3 and 5.
•To change the source or volume
1. Press [rPLAY/rREC] to clear the timer indicator from the
display.
2. Make changes to the source or volume.
3. Do steps 4 to 5.
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1
2
3
4
5
PLAYREC
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
SC-AK77
SC-AK66
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
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4
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SC-AK62
SC-AK62
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Timer and others
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Using the play/record timer
To change the timer
Press [rPLAY/rREC] to select the desired timer.
Every time the button is pressed the setting changes as follows.
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
display.
Two seconds after “rPLAY” (or “rREC”) appear, the settings are
displayed in the following order:
•For play timer•For record timer
1Play start time1Recording start time
2Play finish time2Recording finish time
3Play source3Recording source
4Playback volume
You can check the settings even when the system is OFF by pressing
[CLOCK/TIMER] twice.
To enjoy the desired source after the timer setting is completed
The volume level (for play timer) and music source are stored in the
timer memory and the timer will start in these preset conditions.
However, the Disc numbers and reverse mode (for SC-AK77) do not
get stored in the timer memory.
1. After step 4, start playing the desired source.
2. Reset the Disc numbers and reverse mode (for SC-AK77) if you
have changed any of them, confirm that a Disc or cassette is
inserted, then press [f/7, POWER] to put the unit on standby.
 Notes
•If you switch the system to the standby mode while the play/record
timer is functioning, the OFF time setting will not be activated.
•If “AUX 1/2” (SC-AK66 and SC-AK62: “AUX”) or “ 6CH INPUT” is
selected as the source, when the timer comes ON, the system will
turn ON and will engage “AUX 1/2” (SC-AK66 and SC-AK62: “AUX”)
or “ 6CH INPUT” as the source. If you want to playback or record
from a connected component, set the component’s timer to the
same time. (See the instruction manual that came with the
component.)
RECPLAY
(OFF)
(OFF)
PLAY/REC
Using the sleep timer
This timer turns your system OFF at the set time (Max. 2 hours,
settable at 30-minute intervals). It lets you fall asleep listening to
music.
Preparation
Switch on the power.
The figure shows how to set the system to standby mode after 30
minutes.
While enjoying the desired source:
Press [SLEEP] to select the desired time.
Every time you press the button:
SLEEP 90 SLEEP 120SLEEP 60SLEEP 30SLEEP OFF
The system is turned off after the set time has elapsed.
To cancel the sleep timer:
Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF”.
To confirm the remaining time:
(only while system is ON)
Press [SLEEP].
To change the time remaining during operation:
Press [SLEEP] to show the remaining time then press [SLEEP] to
select the desired time.
 Notes
•The sleep timer turns OFF automatically the moment you attempt
to edit-record a CD using CD Manager function.
•The sleep timer can be used in combination with the play/record
timer.
The sleep timer always has priority.
Be sure not to overlap timer settings.
Using the timer
by remote control only
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Timer and others
A
B
AUX 1/2
C
DISPLAY/
DEMO
D
SC-AK77
AUX
SC-AK66
SC-AK62
Headphones
(not included)
Using an external unit
Listening to an external source
(See page 8 for external unit connection)
1.
SC-AK77
Press [AUX 1/2] or [6CH INPUT].
SC-AK66 SC-AK62
Press [AUX] or [6CH INPUT].
The system will come on automatically.
2. Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the
owner’s manual of the equipment.)
Recording from an external source
1.SC-AK77
Press [AUX 1/2].
SC-AK66 SC-AK62
Press [AUX].
2. Press [a REC/STOP] (recording starts).
3. Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the
owner’s manual of the equipment.)
You cannot record when [6CH INPUT] is selected.
Listening with headphones
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.
Convenient functions
Switching displays
Press [-DISPLAY/–DEMO] to select the desired spectrum
analyzer.
Every time you press the button:
Normal Peak hold Aurora
Off (Dimmer)
When the spectrum analyzer is off, the display is dimmed and indicators,
except for the AC supply indicator, are turned off for better television
viewing.
To mute the volume
by remote control only
This feature is convenient when you have a telephone call, etc.
Press [MUTING].
Press the button again to cancel.
“MUTING” goes out.
Muting can also be canceled by lowering the volume all the
way (--dB).
When the system is turned off, the muting operation will be automatically
canceled.
C
B
A
D
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If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap-
and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
• Before using a chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instruc-
tions that came with the cloth.
Maintenance
For a cleaner, crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and record-
ing.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the checks below. If you can’t fix the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to the
enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.
For detailed instructions, contact an authorized servicenter in the U.S.A. and Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre in Canada.
In the U.S.A., call 1-800-211-7262, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.panasonic.com
In Canada, call 905-624-5505 or visit www.panasonic.ca
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers 6.
No sound.
Sound is unfixed, reversed
or comes from one speaker
only.
Humming heard during play.
“ERROR” is displayed.
“– –:– –” appears on the
display.
“F61” is displayed.
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. 7
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
Common Problems
Turn the volume up.
The speaker cables may be shorted. Turn the unit off, check and correct the connections and turn the
unit on. 6, 7
Check the speaker connections. 6, 7
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 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.6, 7
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
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.
Using the cassette deck
Poor quality sound.
Recording is not possible.Clean the heads. {
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. .
Playing discs
The display is wrong or
play won’t start.
“TAKE OUT/DISC” appears
on the display.The disc may be upside down. )
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 about an
hour for it to clear and try again.
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.
Remote control
Remote control doesn’t
work.Check the batteries are inserted correctly. 9
Replace the batteries if they are worn.
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Servicenter List (U.S.A.)
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Warranty (U.S.A.)
Panasonic/Technics Audio Products
Limited Warranty
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and work-
manship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal wear
to the stylus (when applicable) or a dealer installed cartridge or stylus. The
warranty does not cover damages which occur in shipment or failures
which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures
which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, faulty in-
stallation, misapplication, set-up adjustments, maladjustment of consumer
controls, improper operation or maintenance, improper antenna, inade-
quate signal reception or pick-up, alteration, modification, power line surge,
improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial use, such as; ho-
tel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or ser-
vice by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC autho-
rized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO TAPES, RECORDS
OR DISCS. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE
WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions
or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have oth-
er rights which vary from state to state.
If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty
period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not
handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Consumer Affairs Depart-
ment at the company address indicated above.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation
of America
One Panasonic Way,
Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric
Corporation of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial
Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Compa-
ny (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will repair this product with
new or refurbished parts in the event of a defect in materials or workman-
ship, free of charge, in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico as follows (all time
periods start from the date of original purchase):
COMPACT DISC PLAYERS, DIGITAL VERSATILE DISC PLAYERS, RA-DIOS, RADIO CASSETTE PLAYERS/RECORDERS (with and without CDPlayers), CASSETTE RECORDERS, MICROCASSETTE RECORDERS/TRANSCRIBERS, IC RECORDERS, RECEIVERS, TUNERS, AMPLIFI-ERS, SUBWOOFER AMPLIFIERS, TURNTABLES, CASSETTE DECKS,AUDIO PROCESSORS, EQUALIZERS, AUDIO MIXERS, REMOTE CON-TROLS, HOME THEATER SYSTEMS (receiver/amplifiers, speakers),RACK SYSTEMS (receivers, tuners, amplifiers, cassette decks, CD play-ers, equalizers, rack system speakers, EXCLUDING; audio racks) — labor
and parts for one (1) year.
ALL AUDIO RACKS (cabinets) — parts only 30 days.TECHNICS STAND ALONE SPEAKERS, SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS—
labor and parts for three (3) years.
ACCESSORIES—HEADPHONES, CARTRIDGES, MICROPHONES,ADAPTERS — labor and parts for ninety (90) days.BATTERIES — (when applicable) — New rechargeable batteries in ex-
change for defective rechargeable batteries for ten (10) days. Non-
rechargeable batteries are not warranted.
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACKS — (when applicable) — New re-
chargeable battery packs in exchange for defective rechargeable battery
packs for ninety (90) days. Non-rechargeable battery packs are not war-
ranted.
Carry-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A. can be obtained during the
warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC)
Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. Or call toll free,
1-800-211-7262 to locate a PASC authorized Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-
in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by
calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the
Servicenter Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase
receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before
warranty service is rendered.
If you ship the product
Carefully pack and send it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Attach a postage-affixed letter, detailing the complaint, to the outside of the carton.
Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices. They are NOT equipped to make repairs.
Customer’s Record
ModelNo.
Serial
No.
or
Code
No.
Date
of
PurchaseDealer’s
Name
Dealer’sAddress
ONLY FOR U.S.A.
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AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-AK77Power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   80
 Hz (Low channel)
60 W per channel (8 Ω)
Front   1 kHz (High channel)
40 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   1 kHz100 W (8 Ω)
Surround   1 kHz
35 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode200
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode370
 W
FTC power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   70
 Hz–120 Hz (Low channel)
58 W per channel (8 Ω)
Front   120 Hz–16 kHz (High channel)
37 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   70 Hz–16 kHz94 W (8 Ω)
Surround   70 Hz–16 kHz
33 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode190
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode350
 W
Input sensitivity
AUX 1, AUX 2250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX 1, AUX 213
 kΩ
AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-AK66Power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   1
 kHz70 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   1 kHz70 W (8 Ω)
Surround   1 kHz
35 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode140
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode280
 W
FTC power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   70
 Hz–16 kHz
60 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   70 Hz–16 kHz70 W (8 Ω)
Surround   70 Hz–16 kHz
35 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode120
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode260
 W
Input sensitivity
AUX250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX13
 kΩ
AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-AK62Power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   1
 kHz60 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   1 kHz60 W (8 Ω)
Surround   1 kHz
30 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode120
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode240
 W
FTC power output
THD 10%, both channels driven
Front   70
 Hz–16 kHz
55 W per channel (6 Ω)
Center   70 Hz–16 kHz55 W (8 Ω)
Surround   70 Hz–16 kHz
27.5 W per channel (8 Ω)
Total power output
in stereo mode110
 W
Total power output
in Dolby Pro Logic mode220
 W
Input sensitivity
AUX250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX13
 kΩ
FM TUNER SECTIONFrequency range
87.9 – 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps)
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)
Sensitivity2.5 µV (IHF)
S/N 26 dB2.2 µV
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 µV/m
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
Frequency response
(+3
 dB, –6 dB at DECK OUT)
NORMAL (TYPE I)35 Hz – 14 kHz
(SC-AK77 only)
HIGH (TYPE II)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)
SPEAKER SECTION• Front speakers SB-AK77
Type3 way speaker system
Speaker(s)
Super Woofer17
 cm (63/4˝) cone type
Woofer12 cm (43/4˝) cone type
Tweeter6 cm (23/8˝) cone type
Impedance
HIGH 6
 Ω
LOW8 Ω
Input power
HIGH 60
 W (Music)
LOW 140 W (Music)
Output sound pressure level
87
 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency150 Hz, 5 kHz
Frequency range45
 Hz–22 kHz (–16 dB)
55 Hz–20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)230 x 332 x 291 mm
(91/16˝ x 131/16˝ x 1115/32˝)
Mass4.3 kg (9.5 lb)
• Front speakers 
SB-AK66
Type2 way speaker system
Speaker(s)
Woofer12
 cm (43/4˝) cone type
Tweeter6 cm (23/8˝) cone type
Impedance 6 Ω
Input power100 W (Music)
Output sound pressure level
85
 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency5 kHz
Frequency range45 Hz–22 kHz (–16 dB)
55 Hz–20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)211 x 332 x 250 mm
(8
5/16˝ x 131/16˝ x 927/32˝)
Mass2.8 kg (6.2 lb)
Specifications
• Surround speakers (SB-PS70A)
Type1 way, 1 speaker
Speaker
Full range8
 cm (31/8˝) cone type
Impedance 8 Ω
Input power60 W (Music)
Output sound pressure level
84
 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range120 Hz–20 kHz (–16 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)170 x 106 x 118 mm
(611/16˝ x 43/16˝ x 421/32˝)
Mass0.9 kg (2.0 lb)
• Center speaker (SB-PC70A)
Type2 way, 2 speaker
Speaker
Woofer10
 cm (4˝) cone type
Tweeter6 cm (23/8˝) cone type
Impedance 8 Ω
Input power120 W (Music)
Output sound pressure level
85
 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency4 kHz
Frequency range75 Hz–22 kHz (–16 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)250 x 121 x 147 mm
(927/32˝ x 43/4˝ x 525/32˝)
Mass1.6 kg (3.5 lb)
GENERALPower supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption230 W
(For Canada only) 255 VA
Standby0.29 W
Dimensions (WxHxD)250 x 332 x 319 mm
(927/32˝ x 131/16˝ x 129/16˝)
Mass(SC-AK77) 8.5 kg (18.7 lb)
(SC-AK66) 8.3 kg (18.3 lb)
(SC-AK62) 8.3 kg (18.3 lb)
Notes:1. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by
the digital spectrum analyzer.
3. (For SB-AK77 only)
HIGH stands for High Frequency.
LOW stands for Low Frequency.
Product Service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or re-
pair the unit yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Product information
For product service, product information or
assistance with product operation, refer to the
servicenter directory.
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic
Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262,
or email consumerproducts@panasonic.
com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.
com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc.
Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505,
web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an
authorized Servicentre closest to you.
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The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
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
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