Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-akx73 Owners Manual
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Owner’s Manual CD Stereo System Model No. SC-AKX73 Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) If you have any questions, contact:1-800-211-PANA (7262)La guía rápida en español se encuentra en la contraportada.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 RQT9715-P L0512CH0 P En Sp AKX73P.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
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-AKX73 Main unit SA-AKX73 Speakers SB-AKX73 Subwoofer SB-WAKX73 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-AKX73 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER 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 these operating instructions handy for future reference. 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 plugs, 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. AKX73P.book Page 2 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
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 power cord 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. AKX73P.book Page 3 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
Supplied accessoriesCheck and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of May 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 - If you see this symbol - 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. 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 which 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. 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) 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. AKX73P.book Page 4 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
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 AKX73P.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
Making the connectionsConnect the AC power supply cord only after all the other connections have been made. 1 Connect the speakers and subwoofer. Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same color. 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. Do not use an AC power supply cord from other equipment. Conserving 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. 1a 2 3 4 1b WHITEFRONT (L)WHITEFRONT (R) 1aPURPLESUBWOOFERWHITESUBWOOFER1b Tape To household AC outlet AKX73P.book Page 5 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
SpecificationsAmplifier sectionTuner, terminals section Disc sectionUSB sectionSpeaker section Speakers (SB-AKX73) Subwoofer (SB-WAKX73) GeneralNote: • Specifications are subject to change without notice.Mass and dimensions are approximate. • Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer. RMS output power stereo mode Front Hi (both ch driven) 145 W per channel (5 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD Front Lo (both ch driven) 180 W per channel (4 Ω), 100 Hz, 10% THD Subwoofer Ch 250 W per channel (8 Ω), 100 Hz, 10% THD Total RMS stereo mode power 900 W (10% THD) FTC output power stereo mode Front Hi (both ch driven) 90 W per channel (5 Ω), 300 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD Front Lo (both ch driven) 75 W per channel (4 Ω ), 40 Hz to 300 Hz, 1% THD Subwoofer Ch 100 W per channel (8 Ω), 40 Hz to 200 Hz, 1% THD Total FTC stereo mode power 430 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) Microphone jack Sensitivity 0.7 mV, 1.1 kΩ Terminal Mono, 3.5 mm (⅛″) jack (1 system) Music port (front) Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 kΩ Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm (⅛″) jack AUX input RCA pin jackDisc played [8 cm (3 ″) or 12 cm (5 ″)] CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 ) Pick up Wavelength 790 nm (CD) Audio output (disc) Number of channels 2.1 ch (FL, FR, SW) FL = Front left channel FR = Front right channel SW = Subwoofer channel 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 3 way, 3 speaker system (bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Super Woofer 20 cm (7 ⅞″) cone type Woofer 10 cm (4″) cone type Tweeter 6 cm (2 ⅜″ ) cone type Impedance 5 Ω (high), 4 Ω (low) Output sound pressure 87 dB/W (1 m) Frequency range 48 Hz to 26 kHz (–16 dB) 66 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB) Dimensions (W x H x D) 250 mm x 429 mm x 274 mm (9⅞″ x 16 ⅞″ x 10¾ ″) Mass (Weight) 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) Ty p e 1 way, 1 speaker system (bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Super Woofer 25 cm (10″) cone type Impedance 8 Ω Output sound pressure 83 dB/W (1 m) Frequency range 48 Hz to 250 Hz (–16 dB) 50 Hz to 200 Hz (–10 dB) Dimensions (W x H x D) 320 mm x 400 mm x 274 mm (12⅝″ x 15¾ ″ x 10¾ ″) Mass (Weight) 6.3 kg (13.9 lbs) Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption 132 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) 3.4 kg (7.5 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) AKX73P.book Page 13 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
Placement of speakersThe right and left speakers are the same. You cannot remove the net of the speakers. Subwoofer Place on the floor or a sturdy shelf to reduce vibration. Leave more than 10 cm (4″) at the rear for ventilation. 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. CAUTION! Do not touch the subwoofer cone: • This may damage the subwoofer cone. • The subwoofer cone may be hot. Main unit Speaker Speaker Subwoofer 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. 13 32 AKX73P.book Page 6 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
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. On main unit, press the button to use this function or press again to cancel. 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. Press the button to use this function. To cancel, press the button again. Q Remote control sensor Distance: Within approximately 7 m (23 ft)Angle: Approximately 20° up and down, 30° left and right R Set Super Woofer function S USB port ( ) T Adjust the volume of the microphone U Microphone jack V Select the bass, mid or treble effect W Display panel X 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. Y Open or close the disc tray Z Music port jack a 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 MANUAL EQ PRESET EQ D. BASSDIMMERSUPER WOOFER MUSIC PORT MIC MIN MAX MIC VOLUSB DISPLAY RADIO EXT-IN V A H Q F R S W EDEZ aY KFX TU AKX73P.book Page 7 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM
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 32 • 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. Note about using a DualDisc The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible. Stop 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-TRACK1-TR Play one selected track on the disc. Press the numeric buttons to select the track. 1-ALBUM1-ALB Play one selected album on the disc. Press [ R, T ] to select the album. RANDOMRND Play a disc randomly. 1-ALBUM RANDOM1-ALB RND Play all tracks in one selected album randomly. Press [ R, T ] to select the album. REPEAT ON REPEAT Repeat playback.OFF REPEAT Cancel repeat playback. Cancel program modePress [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.Check program contentsPress [ 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. AKX73P.book Page 8 Tuesday, May 8, 2012 2:41 PM