Panasonic CD Stereo System Sc Pmx9 Owners Manual

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until 
2014/4/3
PPThank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this 
manual for future use.
If you have any questions, visit:
U.S.A.: www.panasonic.com/support
Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Register online at www.panasonic.com/register
 (U.S. customers only)
Owner’s Manual
CD Stereo System
Model No.  
SC-PMX9
Table of contentsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................ 2
Supplied accessories ........................................................................... 3
Maintenance .......................................................................................... 3
Preparing the remote control ............................................................... 3
Making the connections ....................................................................... 4
Placement of speakers ......................................................................... 4
Overview of controls ............................................................................5
Inserting media ..................................................................................... 5
Media information ................................................................................. 6
Network settings ................................................................................... 6
Using AirPlay with this system’s speakers ...................................... 10
Playing back music files on the DLNA server .................................. 11
Bluetooth
® operations ........................................................................ 11
About Bluetooth
®................................................................................12
Media Playback operations ................................................................ 12
Radio .................................................................................................... 13
Clock and timers ................................................................................. 14
Sound effects ...................................................................................... 14
Using the auxiliary input .................................................................... 14
Others .................................................................................................. 15
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................16
Specifications...................................................................................... 18
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)................................................ 19
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)........................................... 20
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							VQT5J682Do 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 owner’s Manual are applicable to the following 
system.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 fit 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.
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 with 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.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.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
• The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged 
from the socket outlet immediately.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile 
telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please 
increase separation between this unit and the mobile 
telephone.
• 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 doors 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 battery 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.-If you see this symbol-
System SC-PMX9
Main unit SA-PMX9
Speakers SB-PMX9
WARNING!CAUTION!
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.
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.
CAUTION
CAUTION :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
RISK
 OF ELECTRIC
 SHOCK
DO
 NOT
 OPEN(Inside of product)
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0Supplied accessoriesCheck and identify the supplied accessories.Maintenance• To clean the main unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• To clean the speakers, wipe with a fine-textured and dry cloth such as a microfibre cleaning 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.Preparing the remote control• Use alkaline or manganese battery.
• Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with those in the remote control.
• Point the remote control at the remote control sensor, away 
from obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m 
(23 ft)
 directly in 
front of the main unit, within an angle of approximately 30° 
to the left and right.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND 
CANADA
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated 
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to 
OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) 
Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels 
of RF energy that is deemed to comply without 
maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). 
But it is desirable that it should be installed and 
operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm (7
7/8q
) 
or more away from person’s body (excluding 
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADAThis device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2) This device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation of this device.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADACAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADAThe device meets the exemption from the routine 
evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and 
compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can 
obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and 
compliance.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoTHE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Caution!Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by 
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment.
1 x AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00022) 1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000896)
1 x FM indoor antenna
(RSAX0002) 1 x Remote control battery
2 x Speaker cables
(REE1840)
R6/LR6, AA
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							VQT5J684Making the connectionsConnect the AC power supply cord only after all the 
other connections have been made.1
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Place the antenna where reception is best.• Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
2
Connect the speakers.Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse 
the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may 
damage the speakers.• Connect the cable with a red line to the red terminal (
r).
3
Connect the AC power supply cord.Do not use an AC power supply cord with other 
equipment.
Conserving powerThe 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.You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc. 
Note:• Disconnect the AC power supply cord before connection.
• Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate operating 
instructions.
• 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 adaptor.• For information on the connection of a LAN cable, refer to page 6.
Placement of speakersPlace the speakers so that the tweeter is on the inner side. 
To prevent damage to the speakers, do not touch the 
speaker cones if you remove the nets.
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 more than 10 mm (
13/32 q) from the 
main unit for 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 thes e conditions to prevent damage:- When you play distorted sound.
- When you adjust the sound quality.
2 2
1
1
3
3
To household AC outlet
Tape 
(not supplied)
Black
Red
Black
Red
Cable with a 
red line
Connecting other equipmentDVD player (not supplied)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
Audio cable (not supplied)
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.
Tweeter
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Overview of controls
1 Standby/on switch [Í], [ Í/I]
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.
2 Numeric buttons [1 to 9, 0,  S10]
To select a 2-digit number
Example: 16: [ S10] 
> [1] >
 [6]
3 Delete a programed track
4 Select audio source
5 Basic playback control
6 Select the sound effects
7 View the iPod menu
8 View content information
9 Clock and timer operation
10 Set the program function
11 Adjust the volume of the system
12 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.
13 Set the play menu item
14 Set the radio menu item
15 Select the option
16 Enter setup menu
17 “iPod_Dock” for iPod/iPhone
18 Headphones jack ( ) • Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm (
1/8q) stereo (not supplied)
• Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to  prevent hearing damage.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and  headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Listening at full volume for long periods may  damage the user’s ears.
19 Display panel
20 “iPod_Port” for iPod/iPhone/iPad and USB devices
21 Open or close the disc tray
22 Disc tray
23 Remote control sensor
Inserting media
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5
OPEN/CLOSE
D.BASS
VOLUME
SELECTOR
CD
iPod
BASS TREBLEiPad
19
20 6
4
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2
3
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SETUPSELECTOR
To p  v i e w
[iPod]: “iPod_Dock” 
,. “iPod_Port” / “USB”
[CD]: “CD”
[SELECTOR]: 
“CD” 
--. “BLUETOOTH” 
--. “FM” 
--.“AUX
” 
^- “iPod_Port
” / “
USB
” ( 
“iPod_Dock
” (b
iPad
OPEN/CLOSE
iPod/iPhone
(not supplied)
Lightning connector
Select “iPod_Dock” as the source
Open the cover and connect an iPod/iPhone with 
Lightning connector.
Select “iPod_Port” as the source
“USB” is displayed when a compatible USB 
device is inserted.
• Do not connect the following models: iPod classic, iPod [4th (color display), and 
5th (video) generation], iPod nano (1st 
generation)
Unexpected behaviour may occur. Select “CD” as the 
source
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							VQT5J686“iPod_Dock” (Using Lightning connector):
• Make sure that the iPod/iPhone is fully inserted and its back is resting against the cushion pad.
• Make sure to remove the iPod/iPhone from its case.
• Make sure to align your iPod/iPhone with the connector  when inserting.
“iPod_Port”:
• Use the dedicated USB cable (not supplied) for iPod/ iPhone/iPad.
• Insert the USB device directly. Do not use any USB  extension cable.
• Before removing the USB device, select a source other  than “USB”.
Disc tray:
• Remove the CD only after it stops rotating.
Charging starts when an iPod/iPhone/iPad is connected to 
this system.
• During standby mode, charging will not start from the  “iPod_Port” connection, however it will start as usual from 
the “iPod_Dock” connection.
- To charge from the “iPod_Port” connection, start the charging before turning this unit to standby mode.
• See the iPod/iPhone/iPad display for its battery charging 
status.
• Disconnect the iPod/iPhone/iPad if it is not used for an 
extended period of time after charging is complete.
• Charging stops when the battery is fully charged. The  battery will deplete naturally.Media information• Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for the loss of data and/or information.
Compatible with “iPod_Dock” connection
(Using Lightning connector) Compatible with “iPod_Port” connection
[Using dedicated USB cable (not supplied)]
(as of January 2013)
Note:• Compatibility depends on the software version. Update your iPod/iPhone/iPad to the latest software before using it 
with this unit.
• Read the User Guide of the iPod/iPhone/iPad for the 
operating instructions.
• USB devices that support bulk-only transfer.
Note:
• Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as  albums.
• Track must have the extension “.mp3”, “.MP3”, “.flac” or  “.FLAC”.
• This system can access up to: - 255 albums (including root folder)
- 2500 tracks
- 999 tracks in one album
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.
• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT16/FAT32 file  system is supported).
• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3 format  content.
• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for  extended formats).
Note:
• 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 (including root folder) and 20 sessions
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you  recorded them.
Network settingsYou can stream music from an iOS device (iPhone, iPod, 
iPad), an Android™ device or a Mac/PC to this system’s 
speakers by using the AirPlay or DLNA feature.
To use these features, this system must join the same 
network as the AirPlay compatible device ( >10) or the 
DLNA compatible device.
• It is also possible to use AirPlay without a network router.  (> 10, “Directly streaming to this system (AirPlay)”)
• Switching between a wired LAN connection and a wireless  LAN connection may cause the connection settings to be 
initialized. In that case, make the settings again.
• For a stable connection to the network, a wired LAN  connection is recommended.
Normally, just connecting a LAN cable will complete the 
setup.1
Connect the main unit to a broadband router, etc. 
using LAN cable while the AC power supply cord is 
disconnected.
2
Connect the AC power supply cord to the main unit 
and turn this system on.This unit is ready for use when “ ” is indicated on 
the display.
Charging an iPod/iPhone/iPadCompatible iPod/iPhone/iPad 
iPhone 5
iPod touch  (5th generation)
iPod nano  (7th generation)
iPhone 5 / iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / 
iPhone 3G / iPhone
iPad (3rd, and 4th generation)  / iPad 2 / iPad / iPad mini
iPod touch
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th generation
iPod nano
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th generationCompatible USB devicesCompatible CD
Wired LAN connection
LAN Cable 
(not supplied)
Broadband router, etc.
e.g.,
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• The LAN cable must be connected or disconnected while the AC power supply cord is disconnected.
• Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when  connecting to peripheral devices.
• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN port  can damage the unit.
• When a LAN cable is connected, wireless settings will be 
canceled. This system has built-in Wi-Fi
® and can be connected to a 
wireless router.
Preparation
• Place this system as close to the wireless network router  as possible.
• Disconnect the LAN cable.
• Point the antenna on the rear of the main unit up as shown  in the figure.
• Do not perform the following: 
- Tilting the antenna forward or  backwards when it is pointing up- Applying too much force to the antenna
- Carrying this unit by holding the  antenna1
Turn this system on.
2
Follow the chart below to choose the network setting 
method.
• If you want to perform wireless setting with your 
Mac/PC, or you want to apply the advanced setting, 
try “Method 4” on page 9.• To cancel this setting in the middle, press [ Í] to turn off this 
system.
• Simultaneous use with other 2.4 GHz devices, such as  microwaves, cordless telephones, etc., may result in 
connection interruptions.
• For up to date compatibility information on your wireless  network router refer to 
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)∫ Using the WPS Push Button Configuration 
(PBC)1
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Net Setup” and then press [OK]. *
1
“With iPod” is indicated on the display.
2
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “WPS Push” and then press [OK]. *
1
“WPS” flashes on the display.• Complete step 3 within 2 mins.
3
After “WPS” is indicated, press the WPS button on 
the wireless network router.
4
The settings are completed when “Success” is 
displayed.“ ” is indicated on the display.
5
Press [OK] on the remote control to exit the setting.
(Continued on the next page)
You can perform network-related settings individually.jIf your home wireless network has been configured to 
use specific IP Addresses, Subnet Mask, Default 
Gateway, Primary DNS, etc.
j If you want to change the name of this system that is 
displayed as the AirPlay speakers or DLNA renderer.1 Connect the main unit directly to your computer using  LAN cable while the AC power supply cord is 
disconnected.
2 Connect the AC power supply cord to the main unit and  turn this system on.
3
After 
“ ” is indicated on the display, 
check the IP 
address for this unit.
 (> 15, “IP/MAC Address”)
4 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Net Setup” and then press [OK].
5 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to  select “Manual” and then press [OK].
6 When “Setting” blinks on the display, start an Internet  browser on your computer and then type the IP address 
for this unit checked in step 3 into the address field and 
display the setup screen.
• It may take a few minutes until the setup screen is available to be displayed on the browser depending 
on the environment.In that case, reload the browser.
• If you have reloaded the browser repeatedly for 
10 minutes and the setup screen is still not displayed, 
perform a memory reset to restore the factory presets 
(> 17) and redo the setup from the beginning.
7 Select and input the details.
8 Select “JOIN” to apply the settings.
9 The settings are completed when “Success” is 
displayed.
10 Turn off this unit and then disconnect the AC power 
supply cord.
11 Perform “Wired LAN connection”. ( >6)
Wireless LAN connection
Does your wireless network router support 
WPS?
Ye s
l
right,
“Method 1”l8,
“Method 2” l
8,
“Method 3”
No / Do not know
Ye s N o
Are you using an
iPod touch/iPhone/iPad?
Is the iOS version 5.0 or later?
Method 1If your wireless network router supports WPS 
(Wi-Fi Protected Setup
TM).
The WPS identifier mark
WPS Push Button Configuration 
(PBC) compatible wireless network 
router may have this mark.
“Fail” may be displayed if the connection was not made 
within the set time limit. Try the setting again. If “Fail” is still 
displayed, try other methods on page 8 or 9.
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							VQT5J688• This system can also be set using the WPS PIN code.(Before starting, refer to the wireless network router’s operating 
instructions for details on how to enter the PIN code.)1 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to select “Net Setup” and then press [OK]. *
2
2 Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to select “WPS PIN” and then press [OK]. *
2
3 Enter the PIN code into the wireless network router.*1 Replace with the following step. Press and hold [D.BASS] on the main unit for 2 seconds 
while pressing and holding [ ∫] on the main unit.
*2 Replace with the following steps. 1 Press and hold [D.BASS] on the main unit for 2 seconds 
while pressing and holding [ ∫] on the main unit.
2 When “WPS” is indicated, press and hold [D.BASS] on 
the main unit for 2 seconds while pressing and holding 
[∫] on the main unit again.
With this method you will share the wireless network settings 
of your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad with this system.
• The following explanations are based on an iPhone.1
Disconnect iPod/iPhone/iPad connected to the main 
unit.
2
Connect the iPhone to your home wireless network.
3
Connect the iPhone to the main unit.
4
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Net Setup” and then press [OK].“With iPod” is indicated on the display.
5
Unlock your iPhone and then press [OK] on the 
remote control.“Connecting Wi-Fi” is indicated on the display.• If “Not Supported” or “Set Wi-Fi” is displayed, check  that the iPhone is connected to the wireless network 
and try again from step 1.
6
A message will pop-up on your iPhone.
Allow the iPhone to share the wireless network 
settings.*
1
7
The settings are completed when “Success” is 
displayed.“ ” is indicated on the display.
8
Press [OK] on the remote control to exit the settings.
*1: Depending on the network environment or the wireless  network router settings, it may take more than 10 mins. 
to complete the settings.
You can make the wireless network settings with the app, 
“Panasonic Stereo System Network Setup” (for free).
If you’re using an Android device, download the app at 
Google Play™. If you’re using an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad, 
download it at the App Store.
Preparation
• Connect your smartphone to your home wireless network.
• Check the password for your home wireless network.
1
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Net Setup” and then press [OK].“With iPod” is indicated on the display.
2
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Manual” and then press [OK].“Setting” blinks on the display.
3
Start “Panasonic Stereo System Network Setup” on 
your smartphone and follow the indications.
∫ Note for the iOS versionAfter step 31
Enter the password for the home wireless network 
to which the iOS device is connected.
2
When a message instructing you to connect the iOS 
device to this system is displayed, press the home 
button.
3
On the Wi-Fi network selection screen in “Settings”, 
select “00 Setup _ _ _ _ _ _”.• “ _ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.
4
When a message indicating the completion of the 
connection to this system is displayed, restart the 
app.
5
When a message indicating the completion of the 
Wi-Fi setup of this system is displayed, close the 
app, and then check the operation of AirPlay, etc.
• “Panasonic Stereo System Network Setup” for Mac OS is 
also available at the Mac App Store.
Method 2If youre using an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad.
(iOS version 5.0 or later.)
If “Fail” is displayed press [OK] and try the setting again. If 
“Fail” is still displayed, try other methods on page 7 to 9.
• If the iPhone was disconnected midway through, try again without disconnecting it.Method 3Setting the network connection with the smartphone app.
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With this method, you will access this system’s wireless 
network settings from the Internet browser of your compatible 
device.
• The following explanations are based on an iPhone.1
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Net Setup” and then press [OK].“With iPod” is indicated on the display.
2
Press [SETUP] on the remote control repeatedly to 
select “Manual” and then press [OK].“Setting” blinks on the display.
3
After “Setting” blinks, connect your compatible 
device to this system’s wireless network named 
“00 Setup _ _ _ _ _ _”.
• “ _ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.
• Make sure that DHCP is enabled for the network setting on your compatible device.
4
Start the Internet browser on your compatible device 
and type “http://192.168.1.12/” into the URL address 
field and display the page.This system’s setup window is displayed.
≥ Examples of Internet browsers
iOS device/Mac : Safari
Android device : Google Chrome™
PC : Windows Internet Explorer
5
Select “Search wireless network”.
6
Select and input the details.
• Check your home wireless network name (Network 
name (SSID)) and  password for this network. This can 
often be found on the wireless network router itself.
7
Select “JOIN” to apply the settings.
• In the pop-up screen, select “OK” to continue.
• Select “Cancel” to return to the setup window.
8
The settings are completed when “Success” is 
displayed.“ ” is indicated on the display.
9
Make sure to connect your compatible device back to 
your home wireless network.
*1: If you have set your wireless network to be invisible, select  “BACK” and refer to “Alternative settings”. (
>right)
• The below settings are the alternative or additional settings for “Method 4”. ( >left)
• Enable Java and Cookies in your browser settings.
Method 4Setting the network connection from an Internet browser.
[1] Select your  home wireless network 
name .*
1
[2]Type the password .If “Fail” is displayed press [OK], check the wireless network 
password and other settings and start again from step 1.
Advanced network settings
Alternative settings
Instead of steps 5 and 6
Select “Manual settings ”.1
Type your home wireless network name  into the 
“Network name (SSID)” field.
2
Select the  encryption method  from the “Security 
system” drop down list.
3
Type the  password  into the “Password” field and 
then select “JOIN”.
Additional settings
If your home wireless network has been configured to use 
specific IP Addresses, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, 
Primary DNS, etc.
Before step 7
Select “Advanced network settings ”.
{.Input the required addresses into each field and select “JOIN”.• To change the settings back to DHCP, select “ON” from  the “DHCP” drop down list.If you want to change the name of this system that is 
displayed as the AirPlay speakers or DLNA renderer.
Before step 5
Select “Additional settings ”.1
Select “Edit STEREO SYSTEM name ”.
2
Type a new name into the 
“STEREO SYSTEM name” field.{.Only ASCII characters can be used.
3
Select “ OK”.
4
If this system is already connected to your home 
wireless network:– Select “
Additional settings
”, and then select “
Exit
”.
If this system is not connected to your home 
wireless network:
jContinue to  step 5 of “Method 4”.
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Using AirPlay with this system’s speakersPreparation
• Complete the network settings. (>6)
• Connect the iOS device or Mac/PC to the same  home 
network  as this system.1
Turn this system on.• Check that “ ” is indicated on the display.
• If it doesn’t be indicated, check the network 
settings. ( >6)
2
iOS device: Start the “Music” (or iPod) app.
Mac/PC: Start “iTunes”.
• If the Music app on your iOS device is used, select the 
audio file you want to play.
3
Select “Panasonic PMX9 _ _ _ _ _ _”*
1, 2 from the 
AirPlay  icon. {. Check the volume settings before starting the 
playback. (When AirPlay is used for the first time, the 
volume may be output at the maximum setting.)
4
Start play.
• The playback will start with a slight delay.
• This system can be set to turn on automatically when this  system is selected as the output speakers. 
(> 15, “Network standby”)
• Playback of other audio sources will stop and AirPlay 
output will have priority. • Volume changes on the iOS device or iTunes will be 
applied to this system. (Refer to the iTunes Help for the 
required settings in iTunes.)
• With some iOS and iTunes versions, it may not be possible  to restart the AirPlay playback if the selector is changed 
(e.g., “CD”) or this system is turned off, during the AirPlay 
playback.
In this case, select a different device from the AirPlay icon 
of the Music App or iTunes and then re-select this system 
as the output speakers.
• AirPlay will not work when playing back videos on iTunes.
*1: “ _ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.
*2: The name that is displayed for this system can be 
changed from the “Edit STEREO SYSTEM name” 
settings. 
(>9, “
Advanced network settings”)
(as of 
January
 2013)
With this function set to “On”, you can stream music from the 
iOS device or Mac / PC (iTunes 10.2.2 or later) to this system 
without the need of a network router.
• Previous network settings will be deleted when this function 
is set to “On”.
• The following explanations are based on an iPhone.1
Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “D.Connect”.
2
Press [ 2,1] to select “On” and then press [OK].
3
Press [
2,1] to select “OK? Yes” and then press [OK].
4
Connect your iPhone to this system’s wireless 
network named “PMX9 _ _ _ _ _ _”*
2.
5
Enter the password that is indicated on this system’s display.
6
Once the iPhone is connected to this system’s 
wireless network, the setup is competed.
7
Continue to step 2 of “Using AirPlay with this 
system’s speakers”. ( >left)
• This setting is reset to “Off” when other network settings  are performed. ( >6)
• When “D.Connect” is set to “On”, this system will not be  connected to the Internet. It is not possible to update the 
software or check the Wi-Fi signal strength.
• When AirPlay is not being used, disconnect the AirPlay 
compatible device from this network.
• When using a computer on this network, make sure that all  the shared files are encrypted.
• This feature is only compatible with the “Open System”  authentication method. It is not compatible with “Shared 
Key” authentication method.
*1: “ _ ” stands for a digit.
*2: “ _ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.
PMX9
e.g., 
“Music” app.
iPhone iOS 6.0.1
PMX9
e.g., 
iTunes 11.0
Compatible AirPlay devicesiOS 4.3.3 or later
iPhone 5 / iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS
iPad  (3rd, and 4th generation)  / iPad 2 / iPad /
iPad mini
iPod touch
3rd, 4th, and 5th generation
iTunes 10.2.2 or later (Mac / PC)
Directly streaming to this system 
(AirPlay)“PW _ _ _ _ _”*
1 is displayed.
The 5 digits after “PW” is the password for this network.PMX9
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