Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-akx14 Owners Manual

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USBYou can connect and play MP3 tracks from your USB 
device.
Do not use a USB extension cable. The system cannot 
recognize USB device connected through a cable.1
Connect the USB device to the USB port.
Hold the main unit when connecting or disconnecting 
the USB device.
2
Press [USB] and then press [4/9 ] to start playback.
For other operation, refer to “Disc”.
Compatible USB devices which are defined as mass 
storage class:
• USB devices that support bulk-only transfer.
• USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.
Note:
• Files are defined as tracks  and folders are defined as 
albums.
• Track must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
• This system ca n access up to:
– 255 albums (including albums without MP3 tracks)
– 2500 tracks
– 999 tracks in one album
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT 12/16/32 file  system is supported).
• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.
RadioManual tuning1
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: [RADIO/EXT-IN]) 
to select “FM” or “AM”.
2
Press [ 3] or [5 ] to select the frequency of the 
required station.
To tune automatically, press and hold the button until 
the frequency starts changing quickly.
Improving the sound qualityWhen “FM” is selected1
Press [RADIO MENU] to select “FM MODE”.
2
Press [ Y, U ] to select “MONO” and then press [OK].
To cancel, select “STEREO”.
“MONO” is also canceled when you change the 
frequency.
When “AM” is selected
1
Press [RADIO MENU] to select “B.PROOF”.
2
Press [Y , U] to select “BP 1” or “BP 2” and then 
press [OK].
Memory presetting30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.Automatic presetting1
Press [OK] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT” 
frequency.
2
Press [AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.
To cancel, press [8].
Manual presetting1
Press [ 3] or [5 ] to tune in to the station.
2
Press [PROGRAM].
3
Press the numeric buttons to select a preset 
number.
Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more stations.
The new station replaces any station that occupies the 
same preset number.
Selecting a preset stationPress the numeric buttons, [ 2] or [6 ] (main unit: 
[ 2 /3 ] or [5 /6 ]) to select the preset station.FM allocation settingBy main unit only
This system can also receiv e FM broadcasts allocated in 
0.1 MHz steps.1
Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2
Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN].
After a few seconds, the display panel shows the current 
minimum radio frequency. Release the button when the 
minimum frequency changes.
• To go back to the initial setting, do the above steps again.
• After you change the setting, preset frequencies are  erased.
St op 
playback Press [
8] during playback.
“RESUME” is shown.
Press [ 4/9 ] to continue playback from the 
start of the track.
OR
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Sound effectsClock and timers
Setting the clockThis is a 12-hour clock.1
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
2
Within 10 seconds
, press [R, T ] to set the time.
3
Press [OK].
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to show the clock for a few seconds.
Note:
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
Sleep timerThe sleep timer switches off the system after the set time.
Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).
To cancel, select “OFF”.
To show the remaining time
Press [SLEEP].
Note:
• The sleep timer can be used together with the play timer.
• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set an  overlap of timers.
Play timerYou can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake 
you up.
Preparation
Set the clock.1
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “ #PLAY”.
2
Within 10 seconds
, press [R, T ] to set the start 
time.
3
Press [OK].
4
Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.
To start the timer
1
Prepare the audio source you want to listen to (disc, 
radio, USB or AUX) and set the volume.
2
Press [ #, PLAY].
“ # ” is shown.
To cancel, press [#, PLAY] again.
The system must be switched off for the timer to 
operate.
To check the settings
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “ #PLAY”.
Note:
• The timer starts at a low volume and increases gradually  to the preset level.
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer 
is on.
• If you switch off the system and switch on again while a  timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the end time.
BASS
TREBLE
1.Press [SOUND] to select “BASS” or 
“TREBLE”.2.Press [ Y, U ] to adjust the level 
(-4 to +4).
By main unit only1.Press [MANUAL EQ] to select “BASS” 
or “TREBLE”.2.Press [ 2/3 ] or [5/6 ] to 
adjust the level.
SURROUND
1.Press [SOUND] to select 
“SURROUND”.2.Press [ Y, U ] to select 
“ON SURROUND” or 
“OFF SURROUND”.
INPUT LEVEL
(For AUX 
source)
1.Press [SOUND] to select “INPUT 
LEVEL”.2.Press [ Y, U ] to select “NORMAL” or 
“HIGH”.
RE-MASTER
1.Press [SOUND] to select 
“RE-MASTER”.2.Press [ Y, U ] to select 
“ON RE-MASTER” or 
“OFF RE-MASTER”.
PRESET EQ Press [PRESET EQ] to select “HEAVY”,  “SOFT”, “CLEAR”, “VOCAL” or “FLAT”.D.BASS Press [D.BASS] to select “D.BASS”, 
“AUTO D.BASS” or “OFF D.BASS”.
FFO
NIM03 →
120
 MIN
→
→ 60
 MIN →
90
 MIN
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External equipmentYou can connect a VCR, DVD player etc. and listen to the 
audio through this system.
Preparation
• Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
• Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.1
Connect the external equipment.
2
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: [RADIO/EXT-IN]) 
to select “AUX”.
3
Play the external equipment.
Note:
• Components and cables are sold separately.
• If you want to connect equipment other than those  described, refer to the audio dealer.
• Sound distortion can occur when you use an adapter.
TroubleshootingBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If 
you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the 
solutions indicated do not solve the problem, refer to 
“Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto 
Rico)” on page 1.Common problemsThe display panel lights up and changes continuously 
in standby mode. 
• Press and hold [ 8] on the main unit to select “DEMO 
OFF”.
No operations can be done with the remote control.
• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.
Sound is distorted or no sound.
• Adjust the volume of the system.
• Switch off the system, determine and correct the cause,  then switch the system on again. It can be caused by 
straining of the speakers through excessive volume or 
power, and when using the system in a hot environment.
A “humming” sound can be heard during playback.
• An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the  cables. Keep other appliances and cords away from the 
cables of this system.DiscDisplay not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.
• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in correctly.
• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-
standard.
• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.
The total number of tracks displayed is incorrect.
The disc cannot be read.
Distorted sound is heard.
• You put in a disc that the system cannot play. Change to 
a playable disc.
• You put in a disc that has not been finalized.
RadioSound is distorted.
• Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna should 
be installed by a competent technician.
A beat sound is heard.
• Switch off the TV or move it away from the system.
• Set to “BP 1” or “BP 2” when in AM tuner mode.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.
• Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.USBThe USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.
• The format of the USB device or the contents in it is/are  not compatible with the system.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB  cannot work in some conditions.
Slow operation of the USB device.
• Large content size or larg e memory USB device takes 
longer time to read.Main unit displays“NO PLAY”
• Examine the content. You can only play supported  format.
• If there are more than 255 albums or folders (audio and  non-audio), some of the MP3 files in these albums cannot 
be read and played. Transfer these music albums to 
another USB device. Alternatively, reformat the USB 
device and save these music albums prior to saving the 
other non-audio folders.
“F61”
• Examine and correct the speaker cords connection.
• Disconnect the USB device. Switch off the system and  then switch it on again.
Audio cable 
(not supplied)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
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“ERROR”
• An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions and try again.
“NOT MP3/ERROR”
• An unsupported MP3 format. The system will skip that  track and play the next one.
“VBR–”
• The system cannot show the remaining play time for  variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
“NORMAL”
• The “INPUT LEVEL” of AUX source automatically  changes from “HIGH” to “NORMAL” when the system 
detects distorted music sounds.
“NODEVICE”
• The USB device is not connected. Examine the  connection.Memory reset (initialization)Reset the memory when the following situations occur:
• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.1
Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
2
While you press and hold [1 ] on the main unit, 
connect the AC power supply cord again.
“– – – – – – – –” is shown.
3
Release [ 1].
All the settings are set back to the factory preset.
It is necessary to set the memory items again.
Remote control codeWhen other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote 
control of this system, change the remote control code for 
this system.
Preparation
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: [RADIO/EXT-IN]) to 
select “AUX”.
To set the code to “REMOTE 2”1
Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit 
and [2] on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is 
shown.
2
Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of 
4 seconds.
To set the code to “REMOTE 1”
1
Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit 
and [1] on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is 
shown.
2
Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of 
4 seconds.
MaintenanceTo clean this system, wipe with a soft, dry cloth
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner  or benzine to clean this 
system.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the  instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
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 ESPAŇOL Cómo realizar las conexiones1
Conecte las bocinas.
2
Conecte la antena de cuadro AM.Ponga la antena en posición vertical sobre su base 
hasta que haga clic.
3
Conecte la antena interior FM.Coloque la antena donde la recepción sea la mejor.
4
Conecte el cable de alimentación de CA.
Use exclusivamente el cable de alimentación de CA 
suministrado con este sistema.
No use un cable de alimentación de CA de otro equipo.
DiscoCómo reproducir disco1
Pulse [ x, OPEN/CLOSE] en la unidad principal para 
abrir la bandeja del disco.
Coloque un disco con la etiqueta hacia arriba.
Pulse [ x, OPEN/CLOSE] nuevamente para cerrar la 
bandeja del disco.
2
Pulse [CD] y después pulse [ 4/9 ] para iniciar la 
reproducción.
Menú de reproducción1
Pulse [PLAY MENU] para seleccionar 
“PLAYMODE” o “REPEAT”.
2
Pulse [ Y, U ] y luego pulse [OK] para seleccionar el 
modo deseado.
B
A
(4)
(4 )
Negro
Rojo
Cinta adhesiva
Detener 
reproducción Pulse [
8].Pausar la 
reproducción Pulse [
4/9 ].
Pulse nuevamente para continuar la 
reproducción.Saltar álbum Pulse [ R, T ].Saltar pista Pulse [ 2] o [6 ] (unidad principal: 
[ 2 /3 ] o [5 /6 ]).Buscar por 
pista Pulse y mantenga pulsado [
3] o [5 ] 
(unidad principal: [ 2/3 ] o 
[ 5 /6 ]).
PLAYMODEOFF 
PLAYMODE Reproducir todas las pistas.1-TRACK1TR
Reproduce una pista seleccionada del disco.
Pulse los botones numéricos para 
seleccionar la pista.
1-ALBUM1ALBUM
Reproduce un álbum seleccionado del disco.Pulse [
R, T ] para seleccionar el álbum.
RANDOMRND
Reproduce un disco aleatoriamente.
1- ALBUM 
RANDOM1ALBUM RND
Reproduce todas las pistas de un álbum 
seleccionado aleatoriamente.Pulse [ R, T ] para seleccionar el álbum.
REPEAT
ON REPEAT
Repetir la reproducción.
OFF REPEAT Cancelar la reproducción repetida.
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USBUsted puede conectar y reproducir pistas MP3 desde su 
dispositivo USB.
No use un cable de extension USB. El sistema no puede 
reconocer el dispositivo USB conectado a través de un 
cable.1
Conecte el dispositivo USB al puerto USB.
Sujete la unidad principal al conectar o desconectar el 
dispositivo USB.
2
Pulse [USB] y después pulse [ 4/9 ] para iniciar la 
reproducción.
Para otras operaciones, refiérase a “Disco”.Compatible con dispositivos USB definidos como tipo de 
almacenamiento masivo:• Dispositivos USB que sopor tan sólo transferencia en 
masa.
• Dispositivos USB que soportan una velocidad total USB  2.0.
RadioSintonización manual1
Pulse [RADIO, EXT-IN] (unidad principal:
[RADIO/EXT-IN]) para seleccionar “FM” o “AM”.
2
Pulse [ 3] o [5 ] para seleccionar la frecuencia 
de la emisora requerida.
Para sintonizar automáticamente, pulse y mantenga 
pulsado el botón hasta que la frecuencia comience a 
cambiar rápidamente.
Presintonización de la memoriaSe pueden preconfigurar 30 emisoras de FM y 15 de AM.Preconfiguración automática1
Pulse [OK] para seleccionar la frecuencia 
“LOWEST” (más baja) o “CURRENT” (actual).
2
Pulse [AUTO PRESET] para iniciar la 
preconfiguración.
Para cancelar, pulse [ 8].
Preconfiguración manual1
Pulse [3] o [5 ] para sintonizar la estación.
2
Pulse [PROGRAM].
3
Pulse los botones numéricos para seleccionar un 
número preconfigurado.Realice los pasos 1 al 3 nuevamente para preconfigurar 
más estaciones.
La estación más reciente reemplazará cualquier 
estación que ocupe el mismo número preconfigurado.
Selección de una emisora preconfiguradaPulse los botones numéricos, [ 2] o [6 ] (unidad 
principal: [ 2/3 ] o [5 /6 ]) para seleccionar la 
estación preconfigurada.
Reloj y temporizadorConfiguración de la horaEste es un reloj con un sistema de 12 horas.1
Pulse [CLOCK/TIMER] para seleccionar “CLOCK”.
2
Dentro de 10 segundos
, pulse 
[ R , T ] para configurar 
la hora.
3
Pulse [OK].
Pulse [CLOCK/TIMER] para visualizar el reloj durante unos 
segundos.
Temporizador de apagado automáticoEl temporizador de apagado automático apagará el 
sistema después de la hora configurada.
Pulse [SLEEP] para seleccionar la configuración (en 
minutos).
Para cancelar, seleccione “OFF”.Para visualizar el tiempo restantePulse [SLEEP].
Detener 
reproducción Pulse [
8] durante la reproducción.
Se visualiza “RESUME”.
Pulse [ 4/9 ] para continuar la 
reproducción desde el principio de la 
pista.
O
Pulse [ 8] dos veces para detener 
totalmente la reproducción.
FFO
NIM03 →
120
 MIN
→
→ 60
 MIN →
90
 MIN
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