Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-pm11 Operating Instructions

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RQT5706
Other functions
B
C
A
 SOUND EQEQ-ON
REW/3FF/4
CLEAR
MUTINGFM MODE/BPREV MODESOUND EQ
TUNE
MODE
MUTING
 SOUND EQ
SUPER
SOUND EQ
Using the built-in sound quality/
sound field settings
Press [SOUND EQ] to select the sound quality or sound field.When it is pressed, the settings are selected in the following sequence.
1HEAVY (sound quality)
Select this when playing rock or other kinds of music that sound
better with an added punch.
2CLEAR (sound quality)
Select this for jazz or other kinds of music for which clarity in the
treble range is desired.
3SOFT (sound quality)
Select this when listening to background music.
4DISCO (sound field)
Select this to produce sound with the same kind of lengthy
reverberations heard at a disco.
5LIVE (sound field)
Select this to make vocals more alive.
6HALL (sound field)
Select this to add an expansiveness to the sound to produce the
atmosphere of a great concert hall.
The original display is restored on the display panel in about 5 seconds.
Note
All recordings are performed at the flat setting even if an alternative
sound quality/sound field setting has been selected.
Enhancing the sound quality
This feature enhances the bass and treble effect of the sound.
Press [SUPER SOUND EQ].
Press the button again to cancel.
The button light goes out.
Note
You cannot record Super Sound EQ effect, but you can use it for
playback sound.
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.
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Timer operations
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1
2
3
4
5
1
PL AY /        REC
PLAYREC
1
2
PLAYOFFRECOFF
2
/ REW // FF/
/ REW // FF/
1
2
3
5
4
2
3
 1
 1
 2
 2
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
PLAYON
FOR PLAY TIMER
RECON
FOR RECORD TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
DEMO
DEMO
DEMO
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 9).
•For the play timer, prepare the music source you want to listen
to; tape, CD, radio or aux, and set the volume.
•For the record timer, check the cassette’s erasure prevention
tabs (A page 18: B), insert the tape in deck, select the reverse
mode (A page 19) and tune to the radio station (A page 15) or
select the aux source (A page 24).
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
(Within 8 seconds or so)
1Press [g/REW/3] or [4/FF/f] to select the
starting time.
2Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
1Press [g/REW/3] or [4/FF/f] to select the
finishing time.
2Press [CLOCK/TIMER].
The start and finish times are now set.
Turning the timer on
Press [rPLAY/rREC].
Every time you press the button:
RECPLAY
(OFF)
rPLAY : to turn the play timer on
rREC : to turn the record timer on
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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RQT5706
Timer operations
Using the timer
Using the play/record timer
To change the timer
Press [rPLAY/rREC] to select the desired timer (when the unit is
on).
Every time the button is pressed the setting changes as follow:
RECPLAY
(OFF)
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].
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 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 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 is selected as the source, when the timer comes ON, the
system will turn ON and will engage “AUX” 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.)
PL AY /        REC
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Timer operations
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B
A
C
REW/3FF/4
CLEAR
MUTINGFM MODE/BPREV MODESOUND EQ
TUNE
MODE
SLEEP
SELECTOR
REC
Headphones
(not included)
Using the timer
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.
by remote control only
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:
→ 30 → 60 → 90 → 120 → OFF
The system is turned off after the set time has elapsed.
To cancel the sleep timer:
Press [SLEEP] to select “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 an external unit
Listening to an external source
(See page 7 for external unit connection)
1. Press [f/7, POWER] to turn the unit on.
2. Press [SELECTOR] to select “AUX”.
Every time you press the button:
CD → TAPE → TUNER → AUX
  
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3. Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the
owner’s manual of the equipment.)
Recording from an external source
1. Follow steps 1–3 on page 19.
2. Press [SELECTOR] to select “AUX”.
3. Press [a REC/J] (recording starts).
4. Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the
owner’s manual of the equipment.)
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.
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Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a
minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of
Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instructions.
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.
Troubleshooting guide
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
Check the speaker connections. 6
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.
9
Check and correct the speaker cords connection.
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
Where 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. Back cover
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.
The remote control
The remote control doesn’t
work.Check the batteries are inserted correctly. 5
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
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AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power output
10% Total harmonic distortion
1
 kHz, both channels driven45 W per channel (6 Ω)
70
 Hz–16 kHz, both channels driven40 W per channel (6 Ω)
Input sensitivity
AUX250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX13
 kΩ
FM TUNER SECTIONFrequency range87.9 – 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
AM520 – 1710
 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Sensitivity
AM
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)50 Hz – 13 kHz
HIGH (TYPE II)50 Hz – 13 kHz
S/N50 dB (A weighted)
Wow and flutter0.18% (WRMS)
Fast forward and rewind timeApprox. 120 seconds with
C-60 cassette tape
CD SECTIONSampling frequency44.1 kHz
Decoding16 bit linear
Beam source/wave lengthSemiconductor laser/780
 nm
Number of channelsStereo
Frequency response20
 Hz–20 kHz (+1, –2 dB)
Wow and flutterBelow measurable limit
Digital filter8
 fs
D/A converterMASH (1 bit DAC)
SPEAKER SECTIONType2 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 level84 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency5 kHz
Frequency range50 Hz–22 kHz (–16 dB)
65 Hz–20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)150 x 260 x 267 mm
(5
29/32˝ x 101/4˝ x 101/2˝)
Mass2.5 kg (5.5 lb)
GENERALPower supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption125 W
Dimensions (WxHxD)200 x 260 x 345 mm
(77/8˝ x 101/4˝ x 1319/32˝)
Mass 5.6 kg (12.3 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.
Specifications
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
RQT5706-2P
P1100KL2071
En
©2000 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Malaysia
Product Service
Do not attempt to remove the cover(s) or repair 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 [email protected], 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.
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
recording.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).