Panasonic SCAK630 - MINI HES W/CD PLAYER User manual

RQT7837-B
CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No. SC-AK630
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
EEB
Safety precautions ................................................................. 2
Caution for AC Mains Lead ................................................... 2
Supplied accessories ............................................................ 3
The remote control ................................................................ 3
Set-up ..................................................................................... 4
Turning the demo function on/off ........................................ 4
Front panel controls .............................................................. 5
Disc information .................................................................... 6
Discs ....................................................................................... 6
Basic play ............................................................................. 6
Album skip play .................................................................... 7
CD display ............................................................................ 7
To listen to specific discs and tracks
(Play Mode function) ......................................................... 7
Program play ........................................................................ 8
Repeat play .......................................................................... 8
Marking a track .................................................................... 8
INTRO function (Album scan) .............................................. 9
Title search function ............................................................. 9
Radio .................................................................................... 10
Cassettes .............................................................................. 11
Setting the time ................................................................... 12
Timers ................................................................................... 12
Sound quality/sound field ................................................... 13
Other functions .................................................................... 13
External unit connections ................................................... 13
Using an external unit ........................................................ 13
Using headphones (not included) ....................................... 13
Auto-off function ................................................................. 13
Convenient functions .......................................................... 13
Troubleshooting guide ........................................................ 14
Specifications ...................................................................... 15
Maintenance ......................................................................... 15
Table of contents
GN GC
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Cover AK630 E EB GN GC [Eng] 12/22/04, 5:13 PM1

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following system.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions
are of SC-AK630 for Continental Europe.
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for
your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement
fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI
to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the
fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement
cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-
AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL i OR COLOURED GREEN
OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Caution for AC Mains Lead
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure BFigure A
Figure A Figure B
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
(Back of product)
Placement
Set the unit 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 service life.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
AC mains lead protection
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected 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 electric
shock.
Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get 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.
Service
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. Electric shock
or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled
or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source
if it is not to be used for a long time.
Safety precautions
Inside of product
Tuotteen sisällä
Produktets innside
System SC-AK630
Main unit SA-AK630
Front speakers SB-AK630
Subwoofer SB-WAK630

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AC mains lead .................................................. 1 pc.
For the United Kingdom For Continental Europe
(RJA0053-3X) and South Africa
(RJA0019-2X)
For Australia and N.Z.
(K2CJ2DA00008)
Remote control transmitter ............................. 1 pc.
For Europe For others
(N2QAHB000053) (N2QAHB000055)
Batteries for remote control ......................... 2 pcs.
FM indoor antenna ........................................... 1 pc.
For Europe For others
(RSA0007-L) (RSA0006-L)
AM loop antenna (N1DAAAA00001) ...................... 1 pc.
For the United Kingdom
Antenna plug adaptor (SJP9009) ...................... 1 pc.
For South Africa
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts. (As of December 2004)
Batteries
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7
meters directly in front of the unit.
•Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
•Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
Do not:
•put heavy objects on the remote control.
•take the remote control apart.
•spill liquids onto the remote control.
•Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:
•mix old and new batteries.
•use different types at the same time.
•heat or expose to flame.
•take apart or short-circuit.
•attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
•use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
•keep together with metallic objects such as necklaces.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even
when held close to the front panel.
Use
R6 /LR6, AA, UM-3
The remote control
Supplied accessories
Customer Care Centre
•For UK customers: 08705 357357
•For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
•Visit our website for product information
•E-mail: [email protected]
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
•Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease
and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday-
Friday 9:00am-5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays).
•Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at
www.panasonic.co.uk.
•Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
•All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
•It couldn’t be simpler!
•Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide
range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further
details.
30
˚
30
˚
Transmission
window About 7 meters in front of
the signal sensor
Remote control
signal sensor
For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
Sales and Support Information

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(R) (L)
1FM indoor antenna
Tape the antenna where
reception is best.
1
2
Adhesive
tape
Adhesive
tape
For Europe
For others
4AC mains lead
FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2
BEFORE CONNECTION.
Note
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment.
For your reference
To save power when the unit is not going to be used for a long time,
unplug it from the household mains socket. You will need to reset some
memory items after plugging in the unit.
Insertion of connector
Even when the connector is perfectly
inserted, depending on the type of inlet
used, the front part of the connector may
jut out as shown in the drawing. However there is no problem using the unit.
Connector
Appliance
inlet
Approx. 6 mm
2AM loop antenna
Stand the antenna
up on its base.
1
2
1
2
For Europe For others
Set-up
Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections have been made.
Optional antenna connections (A page 11).
Preparation
Twist and pull off the vinyl tip of the antenna wire (for South Africa, Australia
and N.Z.) and speaker cords.
When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may
be shown on the display.
If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by selecting
“DEMO ON”.
Press and hold [DISP, –DEMO].
The display changes each time the button is held down.
NO DEMO (off) DEMO ON (on)
While in the standby mode, select “NO DEMO” to reduce power
consumption.
Note
DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.
Turning the demo function on/off
Use only the supplied speakers.
The combination of the main unit and speakers provide the best
sound. Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality
will be negatively affected.
Notes on speaker use
•You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
play sound at high levels over extended periods.
•Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
– When playing distorted sound.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
Connection
3Speakers
Placement
Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the
inside.
Note
•Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for
proper ventilation.
•These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place
them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily
influenced by magnetism.
•You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
Caution
•Use the speakers only with the recommended system.
Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or
the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a
qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you
experience a sudden change in performance.
•Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.
To household mains socket
Connect the left (L) side
in the same way.
Blue (–) Gray (+)
Red (+)
(SB-WAK630)
Subwoofer
Red Red
Gray
Black
Blue
Black (–)
Black
Red (+)
Black (–)
S.WOOFER
H.BASS
DISP, –DEMO
Front speaker
(right)
Super tweeter
Place on the floor or a
sturdy shelf so that it
won’t cause vibration.
Super tweeter
Main unit
Front speaker
(left)
Subwoofer

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1Display
2AC supply indicator [AC IN]
This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains
supply.
3Standby/on switch [ff
ff
f/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.
4H.BASS button [H.BASS] .................................................... 13
5Subwoofer button [SUBWOOFER] ..................................... 13
6Deck 1 cassette holder ......................................................... 11
7Disc tray
8Remote control signal sensor ............................................... 3
9CD tray open/close button [c, OPEN/CLOSE] .................... 6
!CD direct play buttons [1 – 5] ............................................... 6
!Headphone jack [PHONES] .................................................. 13
@Deck 2 cassette holder ......................................................... 11
Buttons such as 3function in exactly the same way as the
buttons on the main unit.
[Sleep timer + Auto off button [SLEEP, AUTO OFF] ..... 12, 13
\Disc button [DISC] ................................................................. 7
]Program button [PROGRAM] .......................................... 8, 10
^Play mode select button [PLAY MODE] ..................... 7, 10, 11
Use this for selecting CD play mode, tune mode, FM mode and
deck select.
_Repeat button [REPEAT] ....................................................... 8
{Album skip buttons [ , , ALBUM] ................................. 7
|Intro button [INTRO] .............................................................. 9
}Shift button [SHIFT]
To use functions labeled in orange \:
While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.
\For buttons [AUTO OFF], [CLOCK/TIMER], [rPLAY/REC] and
[S.WOOFER]
VH.BASS + Subwoofer button
[H.BASS, S.WOOFER] ......................................................... 13
0Dimmer + Play timer/record timer button
[DIMMER, rPLAY/REC] .................................................. 12, 13
1For Europe
CD display/RDS display + Clock/timer button
[CD/RDS DISP, CLOCK/TIMER] ................................. 7, 10, 12
For others
CD display + Clock/timer button
[CD DISP, CLOCK/TIMER] ............................................... 7, 12
2Numbered, character buttons
[
XX
XX
X 10, 1–9, 0, A–Z, SPACE!”#] ........................................... 7-10
3CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
tune/preset channel select, time adjust, cursor buttons
[g, REW/3, CURSOR,
f, 4/FF, CURSOR ] .................................................. 8-12
Muting button [MUTING] ..................................................... 13
5Preset EQ select button [PRESET EQ] ............................... 13
Front panel controls
Main unit
Remote control
$Delete button [DELETE] .................................................... 8, 9
%Marker memory/recall button [MARKER] ............................. 8
&Title search mode select button [TITLE SEARCH] .............. 9
(Enter button [ENTER] ........................................................ 8, 9
)Cursor buttons [gCURSOR, CURSOR f] ................. 9
~Album skip, character buttons
[, ALBUM/CHARA, , ALBUM/CHARA] ......................... 7, 9
+Tuner/band select button [TUNER, BAND] ........................ 10
,CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
tune/preset channel select, time adjust buttons
[g/REW/3, f/FF/4] ............................................. 6, 9-11
-Display, demonstration button [DISP, –DEMO] ............. 4, 13
.Record button [a, REC] ....................................................... 11
/Deck 1 open button [cDECK1] .......................................... 11
:AUX button [AUX] ................................................................ 13
;Volume control [VOLUME DOWN, UP] ............................... 13
<CD play/pause button [:/J, CD] .......................................... 6
=Stop/program clear button [L, STOP] .................... 6, 8, 9, 11
>Deck select button [DECK 1/2] ............................................11
?Deck 2 open button [DECK2 c] .......................................... 11
@Tape play button [:, TAPE] ................................................ 11
Center console
31
S.WOOFER
S.WOOFER
H.BASS
H.BASS
2
3
5
REW
DISP
DEMO
REC
DECK1
FF
STOP
DECK
1/2
DECK2
TUNER
BAND
AUX
CD
CURSORCURSOR ALBUM / CHARA
SEARCH
TITLE ENTERMARKERDELETE
TAPE
#
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1Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to open
the tray.
The unit comes on.
Load discs with label facing up.
To load discs in other trays, press [1]–[5]
to select the tray, then press [c, OPEN/
CLOSE].
Disc information
Disc type Logo Indication used
in instructions
Audio CD
CD-R/RW –
CD MP3
(Depending on the
recording format A see above)
This unit can play MP3 and CD-DA (digital audio) format audio
CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized (a process that enables
CD-R/CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW) upon
completion of recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the
condition of the recording.
Disc selection
This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a computer.
Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as albums.
This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions.
When making MP3 files to play on this unit
Disc format
Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended
formats).
File format
MP3 files must have the extension “.MP3” or “.mp3”.
To play in a certain order
Prefix the folder and file names with 3-digit
numbers in the order you want to play them.
Files may not be recorded in numbered order if
the prefixes have different numbers of digits. For
example: 1track.mp3, 2track.mp3, 10track.mp3.
However, some writing software may also
cause recording to occur in a different order.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson
multimedia.
Limitations on MP3 play
•This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.
•When both MP3 and CD-DA data is recorded on the disc over a
number of sessions:
•If the first session contains MP3 recordings, the unit will play from
the MP3 made in that session till the session before the first CD-DA
recordings.
•If the first session contains CD-DA recordings, the unit will play
only the recordings made in that session. The subsequent sessions
will be ignored.
•Some MP3 may not be played due to the condition of the disc or
recording.
•Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded
them.
MP3 information
CD
Do not:
•use irregularly shaped discs.
•attach extra labels and stickers.
•use discs with labels and stickers that
are coming off or with adhesive exuding
from under labels and stickers.
•attach scratch proof covers or any other kind of accessory.
•write anything on the disc.
•clean discs with liquids. (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)
•use discs printed with label printers available on the market.
To prevent damage
Always observe the following points:
•Load only 1 disc on the tray.
•Always stop the changer before loading or changing discs. Do not
change discs while a disc is playing.
•Set the system on a flat, level surface.
•Always unload all discs before moving the unit.
Do not:
•set the unit on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.
•move the unit while a tray is opening/closing, or when loaded.
•put anything except a disc in the tray.
•use cleaning discs or discs which are badly warped or cracked.
•disconnect the AC mains lead from the household mains socket
during disc changing operation.
root
001
002
003
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
004.mp3
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
Example:
Discs
Skip/Search
Press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4]
to skip.
MP3
Display when skipping in stop mode
(example):
•During random play (A page 7), you
cannot skip to tracks already played.
CD
Hold down during play or
pause to search.
•During program play (A page 8), or
random play (A page 7), you can search
only within the track.
x
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XXXX XXXX XXXXX XXXX XX
XXXX XXXX XXXXX
XXXX XXXX XXXXX
XXXX XXXX
Pause
Press [:/J, CD] during play.
Press again to resume play.
[1]–[5]
Press [L, STOP] during play.
MP3
Display when in the stop mode
(example):
“MP3”: Indicates the disc contains MP3 files
Current track
Current album
Stop
3Press [1]–[5] to play the disc.
You can also press [:/J, CD] if the
current disc is your desired disc.
Current disc indicator
[:/J, CD]
Basic play
CD MP3
2Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to close
the tray.
Total number
of tracks
Total number
of albums

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S.WOOFER
H.BASS
Discs
Album skip play
MP3
During play or stop
Press [ , ALBUM/CHARA] or [ , ALBUM/CHARA] to
select the desired album.
Remote control: Press [ALBUM ( or )].
When selecting in the stop mode (example):
CD display
CD MP3
Remote control only
You can select a desired CD display mode.
For Europe
Press [CD/RDS DISP] during play or pause.
For others
Press [CD DISP] during play or pause.
Every time you press the button:
CD
Remaining play time Elapsed play time
MP3
Example: c
To listen to specific discs and
CD MP3
tracks (Play Mode function)
aALL-DISC: Plays all loaded discs in succession from the
selected disc to the final disc \.
b1-SONG: Plays one selected track on the selected disc.
c1-ALBUM:
MP3
Plays one selected album on the selected disc.
d1-DISC
RANDOM: Plays one selected disc in random order.
eALL-DISC
RANDOM:
CD
Plays all loaded discs in random order.
f1-DISC: Plays one selected disc.
g1-ALBUM
RANDOM:
MP3
Plays one selected album in random order.
Remote control only
ALL-DISC RANDOM
CD
Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
ALL-DISC/1-DISC/1-DISC RANDOM
CD MP3
Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
Play starts.
1-ALBUM/1-ALBUM RANDOM
MP3
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
Play starts from the selected album.
1-SONG
CD
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the
current disc.
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
Play starts from the selected track.
MP3
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
3Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the
current album.
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
To select a 3-digit track, press [>10] twice then the three digits.
Play starts from the selected track.
To stop play
Press [L, CLEAR].
When playback ends
The current play mode will be retained in memory until it is changed
even if the unit is turned off.
\Final disc
For example, if play starts from disc 4, disc 3 will be the “final disc”.
Order of progression: Disc 4z5z1z2z3
L
MP3
When “NOT MP3/ERROR1”appears on the display
An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that
track and play the next one.
Note
•You cannot use program mode together with Play Mode function.
•
MP3
During 1-ALBUM mode, track skipping can only be done
within the current album.
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.
Every time you press the button:
Note
CD
•When track number 25 or greater is playing, remaining play time
display shows “– –:––”.
MP3
•When a title is longer than 9 characters, it will scroll across the
display. If you selected a mode from b- f(see above), the
scrolling will start again after every 3 seconds.
•“NO ID3”is displayed if titles with ID3 tags haven’t been entered.
•Maximum number of displayable characters:
Album/track title: 31
ID3 album/title/artist name: 30
(ID3 is a tag embedded in MP3 track to provide information about
the track.)
•This unit can display album and track titles with ID3 tags (version
1.0 and 1.1). Titles containing text data that the unit doesn’t support
cannot be displayed.
•Titles entered with 2-byte code cannot be displayed correctly on this unit.
MP3
CD
PLAY MODE
:/J, CD
DISC
CD/RDS DISP
or
CD DISP
Numbered
buttons
L, CLEAR
ALBUM ( or )
aALL-DISC b1-SONG
f1-DISC
d1-DISC RANDOM
eALL-DISC RANDOM
aALL-DISC c1-ALBUMb1-SONG
g1-ALBUM RANDOM
f1-DISC
d1-DISC RANDOM
, ALBUM/
CHARA,
, ALBUM/
CHARA
aRemaining play time, Original display
bElapsed play time, Album title
cElapsed play time, Track title
dElapsed play time, ID3 album name
eElapsed play time, ID3 title name
fElapsed play time, ID3 artist name
gElapsed play time, Original display
Current album Number of tracks in current album
Elapsed play time
Track title

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S.WOOFER
S.WOOFER
H.BASS
H.BASS
Discs
Repeat play
CD MP3
Remote control only
Press [REPEAT] during play.
“” is displayed.
To cancel repeat play
Press [REPEAT] to clear “ ” .
Note
You can use repeat mode with program play (A see left) and Play
Mode (A page 7) functions.
Marking a track
CD MP3
You can mark one track each on the discs loaded so that you can
start play from them later.
To mark a track
1During play or stop
Select your desired track.
(A page 6, “Basic play – Skip/Search”)
2Hold down [MARKER] until “STORING” blinks on the
display.
The selected track is stored in the marker of the current disc.
Note
If a track is already stored in the marker, it will be replaced next time
you store a new track in the same marker.
To recall a marked track number in the current disc
During play or stop
Press [MARKER] to recall a marker.
Play starts from the track recalled.
Note
•“NO MARKER” indicates that the marker in the current disc is empty.
•The marker memory is cleared when you open the disc tray.
•You cannot use this function during program play or random play.
Program play
CD MP3
You can program up to 24 tracks.
Remote control only
CD
Preparation: Press [::
::
:/JJ
JJ
J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1Press [PROGRAM].
“PGM” appears.
2Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
3Select the tracks with the numbered buttons.
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.
4Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
MP3
Preparation:
1. Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2. Press [L, CLEAR].
1Press [PROGRAM].
“PGM” appears.
2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
To select an album directly, press the numbered buttons
after pressing [ALBUM ( or )].
To select a 2-digit album, press [>10] once then the two digits.
To select a 3-digit album, press [>10] twice then the three digits.
3Press [ g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the track.
To select a track directly, press the numbered buttons after
pressing [ g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF].
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
To select a 3-digit track, press [>10] twice then the three digits.
4Press [ENTER].
Repeat steps 2 ~ 4 to program other tracks.
5Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
•To check program contents
Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF].
Every time you press the button:
CD
The track number and program order are displayed:
MP3
Program order is displayed, then album number and track
number.
•To add to the program
CD
Do steps 2 and 3.
MP3
Do steps 2 ~ 4.
•To clear the last track
Press [DEL].
•To clear all tracks
Press [L, CLEAR].
While “CLEAR ALL” is blinking, press the button again to clear all
tracks.
Note
•You cannot program CD-DA together with MP3 tracks.
•
MP3
The program memory is cleared when you change a disc or
open the disc tray.
•
MP3
You cannot program more than one disc for MP3.
:/J, CD
ENTER
Numbered
buttons
L, CLEAR
ALBUM ( or )
TITLE SEARCH
CURSOR ( or ),
g , REW/3,
f , 4/FF
INTRO
MARKER
DEL
DISC
PROGRAM
REPEAT
ENTER
TITLE SEARCH
MARKER
DELETE
g CURSOR,
CURSOR f
, ALBUM/
CHARA,
, ALBUM/
CHARA
g /REW/3,
f /FF/4
L, STOP
:/J, CD
Track number Program order
To exit program mode
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode. (You can replay your program
by pressing [PROGRAM] then [:/J, CD].)
You can do the following while “P”is displayed

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To cancel partway through
Press [L, STOP].
When there is no match for the searched keyword, the display shows
“NOT FOUND”.
Note
You cannot use title search function in program play or random play.
Entering characters
You can enter a keyword of up to 9 characters for album/track title
search. You can only enter upper case letters but the unit also searches
for lower case.
On the main unit
11
11
1Press [ , ALBUM/CHARA] or [ , ALBUM/CHARA] to
select the required character.
Each time you press [ , ALBUM/CHARA], the characters
change in the following order.
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
1234567890
space ! ”#$ %&’()∗+,– ./:;<=>?_`
The sequence is reversed if you press [ , ALBUM/CHARA].
If you hold down [ , ALBUM/CHARA] or [ , ALBUM/CHARA],
the characters change faster.
22
22
2Press [CURSOR f] to enter the character.
Repeat steps 1~2to complete the keyword.
On the remote control
11
11
1Press the numbered button to select the required
character.
Characters allocated to the numbered buttons:
The characters change each time a numbered button is pressed.
For example, every time you press [2]:
Numbered Characters
buttons
11
2 A B C 2
3 D E F 3
4 G H I 4
5 J K L 5
>10
space !”#$ %&’()∗+,– ./:;<=>?_ `
Numbered Characters
buttons
6 M N O 6
7 P Q R S 7
8 T U V 8
9 W X Y Z 9
00
INTRO function (Album scan)
MP3
You can find an album by listening to the first track of all albums in the
current disc for 10 seconds each.
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1Press [INTRO].
INTRO function starts.
(INTRO function is cancelled after playing the first track in the
last album on the current disc.)
2While your desired album is playing, press [::
::
:/J, CD].
Play continues from the first track of the album.
To stop during the process, press [INTRO] or [L, CLEAR].
Note
You cannot use this function during program play or random play.
Title search function
MP3
You can search for your desired album/track with its keyword (part of
the title).
Album/track title search
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, STOP].
1For album title search
Press [TITLE SEARCH] once.
For track title search
Press [TITLE SEARCH] twice.
2Enter the characters of the keyword for the title.
(Asee right: “Entering characters”)
3Press [ENTER].
Title search starts.
The matched title is displayed.
Album title search
Track title search
To show the next/previous search result
Press [f/FF/4] (next) or [ g/REW/3](previous).
Press [:/J, CD] to start play from the album/track found.
For album search, play starts from the first track of the album.
(Search mode is cancelled.)
A B C 2
22
22
2Press [CURSOR ] to enter the character.
Repeat steps 1~2to complete the keyword.
LEditing keywords
To move the cursor
Press [g CURSOR] or [CURSOR f].
Remote control: Press [CURSOR ( or )].
Deleting a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be deleted.
2. Press [DELETE] (remote control: Press [DEL]).
Editing a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be edited.
2. Enter the correct character.
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
Matched album title
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
Matched track title

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S.WOOFER
S.WOOFER
H.BASS
H.BASS
Automatic presetting
Do the following once each for FM and AM.
Preparation: Tune to the frequency where pre-setting is to begin.
Hold down [PROGRAM] until the frequency changes.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in
ascending order. When finished, the last station memorized is tuned in.
Manual presetting
Pre-set the stations one at a time.
1Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f,4/FF] to tune to the desired station.
2Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f,4/FF] to select a channel.
3Press [PROGRAM].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset
in that channel.
Selecting channels
Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
To enter a 2-digit channel, press [>10], then the two digits.
OR
1Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the
channel.
1Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band.
The unit comes on.
Every time you press the button: FM AM
2Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select
“MANUAL”.
Every time you press the button: MANUAL PRESET
3Hold down [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4] for a moment
to search for a station.
The frequency stops when it finds a clear station.
To stop during the process, press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4].
Under excessive interference, a station may not be found.
Press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4] repeatedly to tune step-by-
step.
“TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
If noise is excessive in FM
Remote control only
Hold down [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.
Monaural sound is selected and noise reduces when reception is
weak.
Hold down [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the mode.
“MONO” is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.
Manual tuning
Radio
Radio
DISC
PROGRAM
PLAY MODE
ALBUM ( or )
TUNER, BAND
c DECK1
a, REC
TUNER, BAND L, STOP
DECK 1/2
g /REW/3,
f /FF/4
Numbered
buttons
g , REW/3,
f , 4/FF
CD/RDS DISP
DECK2 c
:, TAPE
:/J, CD
For Europe
RDS broadcasting
Remote control only
This unit can display the text data transmitted by the radio data system
(RDS) available in some areas.
If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS signals, “RDS”
will light up on the display.
Press [CD/RDS DISP].
Every time you press the button:
Example: b
COUNTRY
NATIONAL
OLDIES
FOLK M
DOCUMENT
TEST
ALARM
FINANCE
CHILDREN
SOCIAL A
RELIGION
PHONE IN
TRAVEL
LEISURE
JAZZ
NEWS
AFFAIRS
INFO
SPORT
EDUCATE
DRAMA
CULTURE
SCIENCE
VARIED
POP M
ROCK M
M-O-R- M❈
LIGHT M
CLASSICS
OTHER M
WEATHER
Program type displays
aFrequency display, bFrequency display,
Station name (PS) Program type (PTY)
Preset tuning
Remote control only
There are two methods of pre-setting stations.
Automatic presetting : All the stations the tuner can receive are preset.
Manual presetting : You can select the stations to preset and the
order they are preset in.
Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.
Preparation:
Press [TUNER, BAND] to select “FM”or “AM”.
For South Africa
AM allocation setting
Main unit only
By adjusting the allocation, you can enable this tuner to receive AM
broadcasts allocated in 10 kHz steps.
Press and hold [TUNER, BAND]. After a few seconds, the display will
change to a flashing display of the current minimum AM frequency. If
you continue to hold the button down, the minimum frequency will
change. Release the button at this time.
To return to the original frequency indication, repeat above.
Note
•RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.
•After changing the “allocation”setting, the frequencies you previously
preset in the memory will be cleared.
•Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload tapes while
listening to an AM broadcast.
❈“M-O-R- M”=“Middle of the road music”
Frequency display
Program type