Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-pm47 Operating Instructions
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RQT6530 21 Listening operations 2 3 2 PLAY MODE A B C 2 2 [ REC/J [ REC/J DEMO DEMO 2 2/REW///FF SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF/ /CLEARMUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQALBUMPLAY MODE Recording operations Recording from the radio Preparation: Do the preparatory steps (\ page 20). 1Tune to the required station. (\ page 10 or 11) 2Press [[REC/ J] to start recording. To stop recording Press [L/–DEMO]. To stop recording temporarily Press [[REC/ J]. To resume recording, press [[REC/ J]. To record on the other side of the tape Turn the tape over and press [[REC/ J]. Note When recording an AM broadcast, sound is momentarily interrupted when you start and stop the recording. B To reduce noise while recording an AM broadcast (Beat proof function) By remote control onlyly Press and hold [PLAY MODE] while recording.Every time you press the button: BP1 ↔ BP2 Select the position where there is less noise. CRecording CDs You can use 1-DISC/ALL-DISC/1-SONG mode (A page 16) to make recordings. Preparation: •Do the preparatory steps (A page 20). •Insert the CD(s) you want to record (A page 12). 1-DISC/ALL-DISC recording 1Do steps 1 to 4 on page 16. Ensure CD is stopped. 2Press [[ REC/ J] to start recording.The CD starts. 1-SONG recording Do steps 1 to 4 on page 16.Ensure CD is stopped. Press [ 4 44 4 4/REW/g] or [ 3 33 3 3/FF/f] to select the track. 3Press [[ REC/ J] to start recording.The CD starts. To stop recording Press [L/–DEMO]. CD play stops automatically. To stop recording temporarily Press [[REC/ J]. To resume recording, press [[REC/ J]. If the tape finishes before the CD The CD continues playing. Press [L/–DEMO] to stop it. To record programmed tracks 1Program the tracks (A page 18). 2Press [[REC/ J] to start recording. Play starts. To stop recording, press [L/–DEMO]. Disc play stops automatically. A RQT6530(16-22).p655/9/2002, 6:41 PM 21
RQT6530 22 Listening operations CUsing an external unit Listening to an external source (See page 7 for external unit connection.) 1Press [AUX]. 2Start playback from the external source. (Refer to your equipment’s operating instructions.) Recording from an external source 1Insert the tape to be recorded on. 2Press [AUX]. 3Press [[REC/ J] (recording starts). 4Start playback from the external source. (Refer to your equipment’s operating instructions.) 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. D Using the built-in sound quality settings You can choose one of three types of sound quality. aHEAVY: Adds punch to rock bCLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds cSOFT: For background music Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting. Each time you press the button: HEAVY CLEAR SOFT EQ-OFF (cancelled) Note •Preset EQ cannot be used together with Super Sound EQ. •Changes to sound quality do not affect recordings. BEnhancing the sound quality C A D B PRESET EQ AUXPRESET EQ PRESET EQ SUPER SOUND EQ S.SOUND EQ REC/ SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM/REW//FF/ /CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUMEALBUM SUPER SOUND EQ Headphones (not included)This feature enhances the bass and treble effect of the sound. Press [SUPER SOUND EQ]. Remote control: Press [S.SOUND EQ]. Press the button again to cancel. The button light goes out. A Timers and others RQT6530(16-22).p655/9/2002, 6:41 PM 22
RQT6530 23 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 ten minutes. Note This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX. Press and hold [–AUTO OFF].“AUTO OFF” is shown on the display. To cancel Press and hold [–AUTO OFF] again to clear “AUTO OFF” from the display. For your reference The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off. When the unit is turned on again, “AUTO OFF” is displayed and the unit functions as described above. “AUTO OFF” disappears from the display if either tuner or AUX is selected as the source but continues to function normally. “AUTO OFF” 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 [ L LL L L/–DEMO] until “NO DEMO” is displayed. The display changes each time the button is held down. NO DEMO (off) ↔ DEMO ON (on) To show a demonstration of the display Press and hold [L/–DEMO] 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 L/–DEMO DEMO A SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF/ CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME ALBUM SLEEP–AUTO OFF SLEEP–AUTO OFF RQT6530(23-27).p655/9/2002, 6:45 PM 23
RQT6530 24 Listening operations Convenient functions ATo 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 and the backlight of the CD changer. To cancel Press [DIMMER] again. BTo 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 cancelled by lowering the volume all the way to “--dB”. When the system is turned off, the muting operation will be automatically cancelled. C 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 “CLOCK”.Every time you press the button: CLOCKPLAY REC Original display 3(Within 7 seconds) Press [ 4 44 4 4/REW/g] or [ 3 33 3 3/FF/f] 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 when the unit is ON: 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. Timers and others A 1 2 3 4 CLOCK/ TIMER CLOCK/ TIMER /REW//FF/ DIMMER BMUTING SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF//CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME 2 41 3 SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF/ /CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME ALBUMDIMMER MUTING ALBUM C RQT6530(23-27).p655/9/2002, 6:45 PM 24
RQT6530 25 Listening operations 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 24). •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 pre- vention tabs (\ page 20: A ), insert the cassette and tune to the radio station (\ page 10) or select the aux source (\ page 22: C ). 1Press [CLOCK / TIMER] to select the timer function. Every time you press the button: CLOCK Original display RECPLAY ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚PLAY: to set the play timer ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚REC: to set the record timer Setting the start and finish times 2(Within 8 seconds or so) 1Press [ 4 44 4 4/REW/g] or [ 3 33 3 3/FF/f] to select the starting time. 2Press [CLOCK / TIMER]. 31Press [ 4 44 4 4/REW/g] or [ 3 33 3 3/FF/f] to select the finishing time. 2Press [CLOCK / TIMER]. The start and finish times are now set. Turning the timer on 4Press [ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚PLAY/ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚REC].Every time you press the button: PLAYRECno display (off) ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚PLAY: to turn the play timer on ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚REC: to turn the record timer on (The indicator doesn’t appear if the start and finish times or the clock haven’t been set.) 5Press [] 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 pre-set. •For record timer The record timer comes on about 30 seconds before the set time with the volume muted. To cancel the timer Press [ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚PLAY/ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚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 [ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚PLAY/ ˚ ˚˚ ˚ ˚REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. 2Make changes to the source or volume. 3Do steps 4 to 5. (Continued on next page) Timers and others 1 2 3 4 5 4/REW/g 3/FF/f CLOCK/ TIMER 4/REW/g 3/FF/f CLOCK/ TIMER CLOCK/ TIMER PLAY/ REC SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAYDIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF//CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME 5 4 2 1 3 1 1 2 2 3 2 ALBUM FOR PLAY TIMERFOR RECORD TIMER RQT6530(23-27).p655/9/2002, 6:45 PM 25
RQT6530 26 Listening operations Using the timers Using the play/record timer By remote control only 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] 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 unit’s timer to the same time. (See the other unit’s instruction manual.) SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAY DIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF/ /CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME CLOCK/ TIMER ALBUM Timers and others RQT6530(23-27).p655/9/2002, 6:45 PM 26
RQT6530 27 Listening operations Timers and others Using the timers Using 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 “SLEEP OFF”. 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 edit-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. SLEEP–AUTO OFF SLEEP -AUTO OFFCLOCK/ TIMERPLAY/ REC 123DISC456≥10 7890 DISPLAY DIMMERAUX TUNER TAPE CDPLAY MODE/PROGRAM /REW//FF/ /CLEAR MUTINGS SOUND EQ PRESET EQVOLUME SLEEP–AUTO OFF ALBUM RQT6530(23-27).p655/9/2002, 6:45 PM 27
RQT6530 28 Listening operations 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 unit’s cables. “ERROR” is displayed. “– –:– –” appears on the display. “F61” 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 doesn’t 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 Clean the heads. @ 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 Remote control doesn’t work.Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. 5 Replace the batteries if they are worn. The remote control Reference Playing discs The display is wrong or play won’t start. Only one track from the CD is played/recorded. The total number of tracks displayed differs each time the same disc is inserted. Unusual sound is heard. CD-RW cannot be read. “VBR–” is displayed instead of the remaining play time.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. Press [PLAY MODE] to cancel 1-Song mode and to select the required mode. ( 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. The unit cannot display the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks. 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 RQT6530(28).p655/9/2002, 6:47 PM 28
RQT6530 29 Listening operations Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) 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 Infantería, 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 “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“war- ranty period”), 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 “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” 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 “as is”. 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 “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 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 warrantor’s 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) For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and all Customer Service inquiries please contact: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday 9 am–7 pm, EST. 1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday–Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check) Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com You can purchase parts, accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site. Accessory Purchases: Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter: Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910 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.) Reference RQT6530(29).p655/9/2002, 6:47 PM 29
RQT6530 30 Listening operations Reference 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 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). RQT6530(30-32).p655/9/2002, 6:48 PM 30