Panasonic SC- AK42 User manual

Supplied a~~ss~crie~ .................................................................... 2
satety precautions.. ....................................................................... 3
Caution for AC Mains Lead .......................................................... 4
concerning the remcte ccntrci .................................................... 5
Battery installation ...................................................................... 5
correct method of use ................................................................ 5
Placement of speakers .................................................................. 5
Connections ................................................................................... 6
Basic connections (for supplied accessories) ............................. 6
Optional antenna connections .................................................... 7
External unit connection ............................................................. 7
!=rcnt pane, Ccntrcis ...................................................................... 6
Turning the demo function off ................................................... 10
Auto-off function ......................................................................... 10
Setting the time ........................................................................... 11
convenient functions .................................................................. 11
Listening tc radio broadcasts .................................................... 12
Presetting radio broadcasts ....................................................... 13
Concerning compact discs .... ........... ..................................... ..... 14
Listening tc compact discs .............. .................. ........................ 15
Direct access play .................................................................... 16
Repeat play .............................................................................. 16
Random play ............................................................................ 16
Program play ............................................................................ 17
To listen to special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function) ..... 16
Listening tc tapes ........................................................................ 19
Before recording (Deck 2 only) .................................................. 20
Tape-to-tape recording ............... ...
............ .................................. 21
Recording frcm radio broadcasts .............................................. 22
Recording from compact discs .................................................. 23
To record special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function) ........ 24
Using the built-in sound quality/sound field settings .....-..... 25
Enhancing the sound quality ...................................................... 25
Boosting the super woofer ......................................................... 25
Varying the sound quality with the manual equalizer .... ..... .. 26
Varying the sound quailty with the acoustic image
(Al) equalizer ............................................................................. 26
Using the timer ............................................. ............................... 27
Using the play/record timer ....................................................... 27
Using the sleep timer ................................................................ 29
Set the system up on an even surface away from direct sunlight,
high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These
conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby
shortening the unit’s sewice life.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wail surfaces to avoid distortion
and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
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Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fire.
Do not “se a DC power source. Check the source carefully when %
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
Ensurethe AC mains lead isconnected correctly and not damaged.
Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock.
Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC
mains lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause elsctric
shock.
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction.
Do not 1stliquidsget into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the
power supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. if sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not
covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead
and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electricshock
or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled
or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extendoperating lifeby disconnectingthe unitfrom the power source
if it is not to be used for a long time.
Using an external unit ................................................................. 29
Troubleshooting guide ................................................................ 30
Maintenance ................................................................................. 30
Specifications .............................................................................. 31