Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-akx14 Owners Manual

							Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com© Panasonic Corporation 2012
Printed in Malaysia
Owner’s Manual
CD Stereo System
Model No.
 SC-AKX14
Thank you for purchasing this product. 
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
If you have any questions, contact:1-800-211-PANA (7262)La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la página 2.
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1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,  heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or  grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades 
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug 
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If 
the provided plug does not fi t into your outlet, consult 
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or 
pinched particularly at plug s, convenience receptacles, 
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the  manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,  bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use 
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when  unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or 
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects 
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been 
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.IMPORTANT SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONSRead these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the 
applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep t hese operating instructions handy for future reference.
Do the procedures with the remote control. You can 
also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the 
same.
Your system and the illustrations can look differently.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following 
system.
User memo: System
SC-AKX14
Main unit SA-AKX14
Speakers SB-AKX14
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  SC-AKX14
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________
DEALER NAME _______________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ___________________________
____________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER ________________________
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Inside of product
Safety precautionWARNING!Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
– Do not expose this unit to  rain, moisture, dripping or 
splashing.
– Do not place objects filled wit h liquids, such as vases, 
on this unit.
– Use only the recommended accessories.
– Do not remove covers. 
– Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to  qualified service personnel.CAUTION!Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is 
well ventilated.
– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with 
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
– Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted  candles, on this unit.
• Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be  unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any 
problem occurs.
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use  of controls or adjustments or 
performance of procedures other than those specified 
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Battery
• Do not break open or short-circuit the battery.
• Do not charge the alkaline or manganese battery.
• Do not use the battery if the cover has peeled off.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct 
sunlight for a long period of time with door and windows 
closed.
• Remove the battery if you do not use the remote control  for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.
• Danger of explosion if batte ry is incorrectly replaced. 
Replace only with the type recommended by the 
manufacturer.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local  authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The 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 
triangle is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.
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Product service1) Damage requiring service — The unit should be 
serviced by qualified service personnel if:
a) The AC power supply cord or the plug 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.
4) Safety check  — After repairs or service, ask the 
servicer to perform safety  checks to confirm that the 
unit is in proper working condition.
For product information or assistance with product 
operation:
Refer to “Customer Services  Directory (United States and 
Puerto Rico)”. - If you see this symbol -
FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply 
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can 
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a 
particular installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, 
which can be determined by turning the equipment off 
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 
different from that to whic h the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this 
equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this 
device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade name: Panasonic 
Model No.: SC-AKX14
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North 
America
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Product information
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside 
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European 
Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer and 
ask for the correct method of disposal.
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							Limited Warranty Coverage 
(For USA and Puerto Rico Only)If your product does not work properly because of a defect in 
materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing 
Company of North America (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the 
length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the 
date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) 
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a 
new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your 
purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made 
by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. 
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. 
This Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-
rechargeable batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). 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”.Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceTo find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help
 
or call 1-800-211-PANA (7262).
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied 
accessories listed in the Owners Manual, and send it prepaid, 
adequately insured and packed well in a carton box. When shipping 
Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at 
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling
 as Panasonic is committed to 
providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the 
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number 
where you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required 
under the Limited Warranty. IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE 
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis 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 adjustments, misadjustment of 
consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, 
lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or 
liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other 
business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than 
a Factory Service Center 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. 
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, 
travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, 
data or other memory or recorded content. The items listed are not 
exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE 
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE 
PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
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 exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific le gal rights and you may also have 
other 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 Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your 
satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs 
Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE 
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. 
As of January 2012
Product or Part Name Parts LaborAudio Products (except items below) 1 year 1 year
DVD Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
Home Theater Audio System 1 year 1 year
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Packs (defective exchange)90 days Not 
Applicable
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate 
your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and 
Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests 
by visiting our Web Site at:http://www.panasonic.com/helpor, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm ESTFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)Purchase Parts, Accessories and  Instruction Books online for all 
Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.comor, send your request by E-mail to:
[email protected] may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic National Parts Center
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Di scover Card, American Express)For hearing or speech impaired  TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Home Audio Products
Limited Warranty
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Supplied accessoriesCheck and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for 
replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of 
February 2012. This may be subject to change.)
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases 
(United States and Puerto Rico)”.1 x AC power supply cord(K2CB2YY00059)1 x AM loop antenna(N1DYYYY00011)1 x FM indoor antenna(RSAX0002)1 x Remote control(N2QAYB000636)1 x Remote control battery
Placement of speakersThe right and left speakers are the same.
You cannot remove the net of the speakers.
Use only the supplied speakers.
The combination of the main unit and speakers give the 
best sound.
You can cause damage to the system and decrease the 
sound quality if you use other speakers.
Note:
• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (″) away from the 
system for proper ventilation.
• Put the speakers on a flat safe surface.
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not  put them near TVs, PCs or other equipment easily 
influenced by magnetism.
• When you play at high levels for a long period, it can  cause damage to the system and decrease the life of the 
system.
• Decrease the volume in t hese conditions to prevent 
damage:
– When you play distorted sound.
– When you adjust the sound quality.
Preparing the remote controlUse alkaline or manganese battery.
Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with those 
in the remote control.
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor, away 
from obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 ft) directly 
in front of the main unit.
CAUTION!
• Use the speakers only with the recommended 
system. If not, you can cause damage to the 
amplifier and speakers and can cause a fire. 
Consult an approved service personnel if damage 
occurs or if there is a sudden apparent change in 
performance.
• Do the procedures included in these instructions 
when you attach the speakers.
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SpecificationsAmplifier sectionTuner, terminals section
Disc sectionUSB sectionSpeaker section
GeneralNote:
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.Mass (weight) and dimensions are approximate.
• Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital 
spectrum analyzer.
RMS output power stereo mode
Front Ch (both ch driven) 125 W per channel (4  Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Total RMS stereo mode power  250 W (10% THD) 320 W (max)
FTC output power stereo mode
Front Ch (both ch driven) 56 W per channel (4  Ω), 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD
Total FTC stereo mode power  112 W
Preset station FM 30 stations
AM 15 stations
Frequency modulation (FM)
Frequency range 87.9 MHz to 107.9  MHz (200 kHz step)
87.5 MHz to 108.0  MHz (100 kHz step)
Antenna terminals  75 Ω
 (unbalanced)
Amplitude modulation (AM) Frequency range 520 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)
AUX input RCA pin jackDisc played (8 cm or 12 cm)
CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3
)
Pick up
  Wavelength 790 nm (CD)
Laser power CLASS 1
Audio output (Disc) Number of channels
FL = Front left channel
FR = Front right channel 2 ch (FL, FR)
 MPEG-1 Layer 3
USB port
  USB standard  USB 2.0 full speed
Media file format support MP3 (*.mp3)
USB device file system FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
USB port power 500 mA (max)
Bit rate 16 kbps to 320 kbps
(playback)
Ty p e 2 way, 2 speaker system
(bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)
  Woofer  16 cm (6
 ½″) cone type
Tweeter 6 cm (2 ⅜″) cone type
Impedance 4 Ω
Output sound pressure   85 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range 48 Hz to 22 kHz (–16 dB)
52 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 200 mm x 334 mm x 193 mm
(7
 ⅞″ x 13
 ⅛″ x 7
 ⅝″ )
Mass (Weight) 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) Power supply
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 58 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 220 mm x 334 mm x 245 mm
(8
 ⅝″ x 13
 ⅛″  x 9
 ⅝″)
Mass (Weight) 2.8 kg (6.2 lbs)
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C
(+32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity range 35% to 80% RH
(no condensation)
Power consumption in standby mode 0.2 W (approximate)
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Making the connectionsConserving power
The system consumes approximately 0.2 W when it is in 
standby mode. Disconnect the power supply if you do not 
use the system.
Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system. 
You have to set them again.
1
Connect the speakers.Be careful not to cross (short-
circuit) or reverse the polarity 
of the speaker wires as doing 
so may damage the speakers.
2
Connect the AM loop antenna.
Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks.
3
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Place the antenna where reception is best.
4
Connect the AC power supply cord.
Use the supplied AC power supply cord with this system 
only.
Do not use an AC power supply cord from other 
equipment.
342
1
To household AC outlet
B
A
(4)
(4 )

Black
Red
Tape
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Overview of controls
A
Standby/on switch [` ], [1 ] 
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.
B
Numeric buttons [1 to 9, 0,  10]
To select a 2-digit number
Example: 16: [ 10]  =[1]  =[6]
C
Delete a programmed track
D
Select audio source
E
Basic playback control
F
Select the sound effects
G
Auto preset the radio station
H
View content information
Decrease the brightness of the display panel
Press and hold the button to use this function.
To cancel, press and hold the button again.
I
Clock and timer operation
J
Set the program function
K
Adjust the volume of the system
L
Mute the sound of the system
Press the button again to cancel.
“MUTE” is also canceled when you adjust the volume or 
when you switch off the system.
M
Set the play menu item
N
Set the radio menu item
O
Select the option
P
Automatically switch off the system
When you are in disc or USB source, the auto off 
function switches off the system if you do not use the 
system for 30 minutes.
To cancel, press the button again.
Q
Display panel
R
Remote control sensor
S
USB port ( )
T
Select bass or treble effect
U
Browse tracks or albums
Turn the knob to browse the track.
Press [ 4/9 ] to start playback from the selection.
Press [ALBUM/TRACK] to select album or track and 
then turn the knob to browse.
Press [ 4/9 ] to start playback from the selection.
V
Open or close the disc tray
W
Disc tray
RADIO RADIOEXT-IN
SOUND
SOUND
PRESET EQ
D.BASSDISPLAYDIMMER
SLEEP
PLAY
AUTO OFF
A
B
C D
E
GF
H J
I
K
L
NM
O
P
T
AF
E
S
Q
UDEV
KF
W
R
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DiscPlaying disc1
Press [x, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open 
the disc tray.
Put in a disc with the label facing up.
Press [ x, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the disc tray.
2
Press [CD] and then press [ 4/9 ] to start playback.
Viewing available informationYou can view the available information on the display panel.
Press [DISPLAY].
Note:
• Maximum characters that can be shown: 
approximately 16
• This system supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags.
• Text data that the system does not support can show 
differently.
Play menu1
Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE” or 
“REPEAT”.
2
Press [Y , U] and then press [OK] to select the 
desired mode.
Note:
• Playmode function does not work with “Program  playback”.
• The setting returns to the default “OFF PLAYMODE” 
when you open the disc tray.
Program playbackThis function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.1
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
“PGM” is shown.
2
Press the numeric buttons to select the desired 
track.
Do this step again to program other tracks. 1. Press [
R, T ] to select the desired album.
2. Press [ 6] and then press the numeric buttons 
to select the desired track.
3. Press [OK].
Do these steps again to program other tracks.
3
Press [ 4/9 ] to start playback.
Note:
The program memory is cleared when you open the disc 
tray.
Note on disc• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3  format content.
• Some CD-R/RW cannot be played because of the  condition of the recording.
• MP3 files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as  albums.
• This system can access up to:
– CD-DA: 99 tracks
– MP3: 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions
• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for 
extended formats).
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you  recorded them.
St op 
playback Press [
8].Pause 
playback Press [
4/9 ].
Press again to continue playback.Skip album Press [ R, T ].Skip track Press [ 2] or [6 ] (main unit: [ 2/3 ] 
or [ 5 /6 ]).Search 
through 
track Press and hold [
3] or [ 5] (main unit: 
[ 2 /3 ] or [5/6 ]).
PLAYMODEOFF 
PLAYMODE Play all tracks.1-TRACK1TR
Play one selected track on the disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select the 
track.
1-ALBUM1ALBUM
Play one selected album on the disc.
Press [
R, T ] to select the album.
RANDOMRND
Play a disc randomly.
1-ALBUM 
RANDOM1ALBUM RND
Play all tracks in one selected album 
randomly.
Press [ R, T ] to select the album.
REPEATON REPEAT Repeat playback.OFF REPEAT Cancel repeat playback.
Cancel 
program 
mode Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.Check 
program 
contents
Press [
2] or [6 ] when “PGM” is 
shown in the stop mode. Clear the last 
track Press [DEL] in the stop mode.Clear all 
programmed 
tracksPress [
8] in the stop mode. “CLR ALL” is 
shown. Within 5 seconds, press [ 8] again.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from 
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
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