Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-pm18, Sc-pm16 Operating Instructions

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Listening operations
 AAuto-off function
By remote control only
When CD or tape is selected as the source
To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for 10
minutes.
Note
This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX.
Press and hold [ÐAUTO OFF].
ÒAUTO OFFÓ is shown on the display.
To cancel
Press and hold [ÐAUTO OFF] again to clear ÒAUTO OFFÓ
from the display.
For your reference
The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. When
the unit is turned on again, ÒAUTO OFFÓ is displayed and
the unit functions as described above.
ÒAUTO OFFÓ disappears from the display if either tuner or
AUX is selected as the source but continues to function
normally.
ÒAUTO OFFÓ remains displayed if CD or tape is selected as
the source.
 BTurning the demo function off
If the clock has not been set, a demonstration of the display
is shown when the unit is switched to standby mode.
This function is set to on at the time of purchase.
During standby mode
Press and hold [STOP 
L LL L
L, ÐDEMO] until ÒNO DEMOÓ
is displayed.
The display changes each time the button is held down.
NO DEMO (off) « (demo on)
To show a demonstration of the display
Press and hold [STOP L, ÐDEMO] until a demonstration of
the display is shown.
Note
¥ You cannot turn demo function off when the unit is on.
¥ DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.
Timers and others
B
SLEEP SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQ
S.SOUND EQDIMMER
DIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQ
PRESET EQFF
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VOLVOL
CD
AUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEAR
CLEAR
DEMOSTOP
A
SLEEP
  AUTO OFF
SLEEP
AUTO OFF
DEMO STOP,
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 A Setting the time
By remote control only
This is a 12-hour clock.
The example shows how to set the clock for 6:30 p.m..
1Press [
y yy y
y] to turn the unit on.
2Press [CLOCK / TIMER] to select ÒCLOCKÓ.
Every time you press the button:
CLOCKPLAY REC
    Original display
3Within 7 seconds
Press [g 
4 44 4
4/REW] or [f 
3 33 3
3/FF] to set the
time.
Press and hold to change the time faster.
4Press [CLOCK / TIMER].
The time is set and the original display is restored.
Displaying the clock:
Press [CLOCK / TIMER].
The clock is shown for about 5 seconds.
Note
The clock may lose or gain some time over a period.
Readjust if necessary.
Convenient functions
BTo dim the display panel
By remote control onlyBy remote control only
Use this when you are going to sleep or any other time you
would prefer the panel to be dimmer.
Press [DIMMER].
The display dims and all lights are turned off except for the[AC IN] indicator.
To cancel
Press [DIMMER] again.
CTo 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. (ÒMUTINGÓ goes out.)
Muting can also be cancelled by lowering the volume all the
way to Ò--dBÓ.
When the system is turned off, the muting operation will be
automatically cancelled.
Timers and others
B
A
B
1
2
3
4
CLOCK/
TIMER
C
SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQDIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQFF
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PGM10
VOLVOLAUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEARCD
12   4
3
SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQDIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQFF
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VOLVOLAUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEARCD
REW FF
MUTING
DIMMER
DIMMER
MUTING
CLOCK/
TIMER
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Using the timers
Using the play/record timer
By remote control only
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 from 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 (\ page 22).
¥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 cassetteÕs erasure pre-
vention tabs (\ page 18: 
A), insert the cassette and tune
to the radio station (\ page 10) or select the aux source
(\ page 20: 
C).
1Press [CLOCK / TIMER] to select the timer
function.
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK
    Original display
RECPLAY
û ûû û
ûPLAY: to set the play timer
û ûû û
ûREC: to set the record timer
Setting the start and finish times
2(Within 8 seconds or so)
1Press [g
4 44 4
4/REW] or [f
3 33 3
3/FF] to
select the starting time.
2Press [CLOCK / TIMER].
31Press [g
4 44 4
4/REW/ ] or [f
3 33 3
3/ FF] to
select the finishing time.
2Press [CLOCK / TIMER].
The start and finish times are now set.
Turning the timer on
4Press [
û ûû û
ûPLAY/REC].
Every time you press the button:
    
    PLAYRECno display (off)
û ûû û
ûPLAY: to turn the play timer on
û ûû û
ûREC: to turn the record timer on
(The indicator doesnÕt appear if the start and finish
times or the clock havenÕt been set.)
5Press [] to turn the unit off.The unit must be off for the timers to operate.
¥For play timer
Play will start in the set condition at the set time with
volume increasing gradually to the set level.
¥For record timer
The unit comes on 30 seconds before the set time
with the volume muted.
To cancel the timer
Press [
û ûû û
ûPLAY/ REC] 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
1Press [
û ûû û
ûPLAY/ REC] to clear the timer indicator from
the display.
2Make changes to the source or volume.
3Do steps 4 to 5.
Timers and others
1
2
3
4
5
PLAY/
REC
CLOCK/
TIMER
SLEEP SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQ
S.SOUND EQDIMMER
DIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQ
PRESET EQFF
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VOLVOLAUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEAR
CLEARCD
51   2  2   3 2
4
2 1   3 1 
REW FF
CLOCK/
TIMER
REW FF
CLOCK/
TIMER
FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER
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Using the timers
AUsing the play/record timer
By remote control only
To check settings
While the unit is on and the ÒrPLAYÓ (or ÒrRECÓ) indicator is
on, press [CLOCK/TIMER] so ÒrPLAYÓ (or ÒrRECÓ) appears
on the display.
Two seconds after ÒrPLAYÓ (or ÒrRECÓ) appears, 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 CD numbers do not get stored in
the timer memory.
1. After step 4, start playing the desired source.
2. Reset the CD numbers if you have changed any of them,
confirm that a CD or cassette is inserted, then press [f] to
put the unit on standby.
Note
¥ If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is
functioning, the finish time setting will not be activated.
¥ If the unit is on, the timer will not function. The unit must be
in the standby mode.
¥ If AUX is selected as the source, when the timer comes on,
the system turns on and engages AUX as the source. If
you want to playback or record from a connected unit, set
the other unitÕs timer to the same time. (See the other unitÕs
instruction manual.)
BUsing the sleep timer
By remote control only
Set the unit to stop and turn off after a certain time.
While enjoying the desired source:
Press [SLEEP] to select the desired time.
Every time you press the button:
SLEEP 90 SLEEP 30   SLEEP 60 SLEEP 120
SLEEP OFF
To cancel the sleep timer
Press [SLEEP] to select ÒSLEEP OFFÓ.
To confirm the remaining time
(only while unit is ON)
Press [SLEEP].
The remaining time is shown for about 5 seconds.
To change the time remaining during operation
Press [SLEEP] to show the remaining time, and then press
[SLEEP] to select the desired time.
Note
¥ The sleep timer turns OFF automatically the moment you
attempt to record a CD.
¥ The play and sleep timer or the record and sleep timer can
be used together.
The sleep timer always has priority.  Be sure not to overlap
timer settings.
A
B
SLEEP SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQ
S.SOUND EQDIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQ
PRESET EQFF
123
46 5
789
PGM10
VOLVOLAUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEAR
CLEARCD
CLOCK/
TIMER
PLAY/
REC
SLEEP SLEEPCLOCK TIMERPLAY
RECAUTO OFF
UTO OFFDISC
PLAY MODE
Y MODE
MUTINGREWS.SOUND EQ
S.SOUND EQDIMMERDISPLAYPRESET EQ
PRESET EQFF
123
46 5
789
PGM10
VOLVOLAUX TUNER/
BANDTAPE
0
CLEAR
CLEARCD
SLEEP
  AUTO OFF
SLEEP
AUTO OFFTimers and others
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Reference
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the reme-
dies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail
[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.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers 6.
Common Problems
No sound.
Sound is unfixed, reversed or
comes from one speaker only.
Humming heard during play.Turn the volume up.
The speaker cords 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 unitÕs cables.
ÒERRORÓ is displayed.
ÒÐ Ð:Ð ÐÓ appears on the
display.
ÒF61Ó is displayed.Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
You plugged the AC power supply cord in for the first time or there was a power failure
recently.
Set the time. .
Check and correct the speaker cord connections. 6
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator flickers or
doesnÕt light.
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
A low hum is heard during AM
broadcast.Use an outdoor antenna. 7
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
Listening to the radio
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. 7
The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set
from the unit.
When there is a television set nearby
Clean the heads.  back cover
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive
tape. ~ Poor quality sound.
Recording is not possible.
Using the cassette deck
Playing discs
Remote control doesnÕt work.Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. 5
Replace the batteries if they are worn.
The remote control
The display is wrong or play
wonÕt start.
The total number of tracks
displayed differs each time
the same disc is inserted.
Unusual sound is heard.
CD-RW cannot be read.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.
The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Replace the disc.
The disc was incompletely formatted. Use the recording equipment to fully format the
disc before recording.
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Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
Reference
Panasonic/Technics Audio Products
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric
of Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infanter’a, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or work-
manship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Compa-
ny (collectively referred to as Òthe warrantorÓ) will, for the length of the period
indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (Òwar-
ranty periodÓ), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or
replace will be made by the warrantor.
During the ÒLaborÓ warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
ÒPartsÓ warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-
in your product during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are
included, they are not warranted. 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 Òas isÓ. A purchase
receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.Carry-In or Mail-In Service
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-
211-7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or
fax (787)-768-2910.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This 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, or commercial use
(such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product,
service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer,
or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER
ÒLIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGEÓ. 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 WAR-
RANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the
servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed
are not exclusive, but are 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 legal 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 Servicenter. If the prob-
lem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantorÕs Consumer
Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WAR-
RANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Parts
One (1) year
Thirty (30) days
Three (3) years
One (1) year
Ninety (90) days
Ten (10) days
Ninety (90) days
Product or Part Name
Audio Products (except items listed
below)
All Audio Racks (cabinets)
Technics Stand Alone Speakers,
Subwoofer Speakers
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer
Card Adapters
(in exchange for defective item)
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges,
Microphones, Adapters
Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for
defective item)
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable
Battery Packs (in exchange for defective
item)
Labor
One (1) year
Not Applicable
Three (3) years
Not Applicable
Ninety (90) days
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Customer Services Directory (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
 
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Reference
Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-PM18
Power output
10% Total harmonic distortion
60
 Hz–3 kHz, both channels driven
(Low channel) 25 W per channel (6 Ω)
3 kHz–16 kHz, both channels driven
(High channel) 25 W per channel (6 Ω)
Total Bi-Amp power50 W per channel
Power output
10% Total harmonic distortion
1
 kHz, both channels driven
(Low channel) 30 W per channel (6 Ω)
8 kHz, both channels driven
(High channel) 30 W per channel (6 Ω)
Total Bi-Amp power60 W per channel
Input sensitivity
AUX250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX19.8
 kΩ
AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-PM16
Power output
10% Total harmonic distortion
60
 Hz–3 kHz, both channels driven
(Low channel) 20 W per channel (6 Ω)
3 kHz–16 kHz, both channels driven
(High channel) 20 W per channel (6 Ω)
Total Bi-Amp power40 W per channel
Power output
10% Total harmonic distortion
1
 kHz, both channels driven
(Low channel) 25 W per channel (6 Ω)
8 kHz, both channels driven
(High channel) 25 W per channel (6 Ω)
Total Bi-Amp power50 W per channel
Input sensitivity
AUX250
 mV
Input Impedance
AUX19.8
 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 dB2.4 µV
Antenna terminal(s)75 Ω (unbalanced)
AM TUNER SECTIONFrequency range
520 – 1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Sensitivity
S/N 20
 dB (at 999 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 (17/8 ips)
Overall frequency response
(+3
 dB, –6 dB at DECK OUT)
NORMAL (TYPE I)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
Type2 way 2 speaker system
Speaker(s)
Woofer10 cm (4˝) cone type
Tweeter6
 cm (23/8˝) cone type
Impedance
HIGH 6Ω
LOW6
 Ω
Input power
HIGH 
SC-PM18 60 W (Music)
SC-PM16 50 W (Music)
LOW
SC-PM18 60 W (Music)
SC-PM16 50 W (Music)
Output sound pressure level
80
 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency2.5 kHz
Frequency range55 Hz–22 kHz (–16 dB)
70 Hz–20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD)128 x 250 x 222 mm
(51/32˝ x 927/32˝ x 83/4˝)
Mass1.9 kg (4.2 lb.)
GENERALPower supplyAC 120 V,  6 0 Hz
Power consumption105 W
Dimensions (WxHxD)179 x 247 x 378 mm
(7
1/16˝ x 923/32˝ x 147/8˝)
Mass5.25 kg (11.7 lb.)
Power consumption in standby mode: 0.45W
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. The labels “HIGH (HF)” and “LOW (LF)” on the rear of
the speakers refer to High frequency and Low
frequency.
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Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler  Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
En
RQT6683-2PL1202HS2033
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
© 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Malaysia
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined
that this product meets the 
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency.
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this
unit.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions
that came with the cloth carefully.
For a cleaner crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback
and recording.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).
When moving the unit
1Remove all discs.
2Press [/ I POWER] to turn the unit off.
3Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced
by qualified service personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor 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.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product
operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call
Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail
[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.
Maintenance
For U.S.A.
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