Technics SLMC7 - COMPACT DISC CHANGER User manual

CompactDiscChanger
SL-MC7
SL-MC4
Technics"
Operating Instructions
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Suppliedaccessories
Please check and identify the supplied acces-
sories.
[] AC power supply cord (RJA0065-A) .......................... 1 pc.
[] Stereo connection cable (RJL2P004B08A) ................ 1 pc.
] Remote control transmitter (EUR645270) .................. tpc.
[] Notebook-ffke binder [Liner notes organizer]
[SL-MC7] (RFA0623-K1)
[SL-MC4] (RFA0622-K1) ............................................ t pc,
[] Numbered stickers [SL-MC7] (RQLA0326)
[SL-MC41 (RQLA0321) ................ 1 pc.
]Batteries ................................................................... 2 pce.
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Technics product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the SL-MC7 and
SL-MC4 modeJs. These operating instructions, however, fundamen-
tally explain the operation of SL-MC7,
Tableof contents
Precautions ...............................................................................4
Connections ..............................................................................5
Preparing the remote control ...........................................5
Controls ......................................................................................6
Setting/Removing discs ......................................................7
Sequential play ........................................................................8
Direct play ..................................................................................9
Single disc play .......................................................................9
Program play ..........................................................................10
Direct programming ..................................................................... 10
Random play ..........................................................................12
One disc random play .................................................................. 12
Full randpm play .......................................................................... 12
Repeat function ....................................................................13
ID scan function ...................................................................13
Disc grouping play ..............................................................14
TO make groups........................................................................... 14
Playing back discs in agroup ...................................................... t 5
To name groups .......................................................................... 16
CD-TEXT function ................................................................17
Displaying aCD'e information ..................................................... 17
To search discs or tracks using text information
(TEXT SEARCH) ......................................................................... 18
Entering CD information manually (TEXT EDIT) ......................... 19
Time mode selection ..........................................................20
A note on compact discs .................................................21
The liner notes organizer .................................................21
Troubleshooting guide ......................................................22
Maintenance ...........................................................................22
Product service .....................................................................23
Technical specifications ..................................................23
Disc index .............................................................Back cover
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
pads.
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site
_(http://www.panasonic.com).
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The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODELNUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
CAUTION7
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Iser memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
-THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
CAUTION:
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
)rotection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio com-
munications. 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
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.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASH-
ING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
_1 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 suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
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 ap-
pliance.
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Precautions
Before using th_s unit please read these operating mstruchons care-
fully Take special care to follow the warnings md_cated on the unit
itself as well as the safety suggeshons hsted below
Afterwards keep them handy for future reference
1, Power Source - The unit should be connected to power supply
only of the type described m the operating instructions or as
marked on the unit
2. Polarization -- If the unit _s equrpped w_th a polanzed AC power
plug (a plug having one blade w_der than the other), that plug will fd
into the AC outlet only one way Tbts ts a safety fealure If you are
unable to tnsert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug If the plug should still fall to fit. contact your electnc=an to
replace your obsolete outlet DO not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug
3 Power Cord Protection -- AC power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not I_kely to be walked on or pinched by
ttems placed upon or against them Never take hold of the plug or
cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug oody when
connecting or d_sconnechng it
4. Nonuse Periods -When the un=t=snot used, turn the power off
When left unused for a long period of tJme, the umt should be
unplugged from the household AC outlet
6. Carts and Stands - The unit should be used only w_tha cart or
stand that is recommended by the manufacturer
The unit and cart combination should be moved w_thcare
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur- A
faces may cause the untt and cart combtnatton to q9
overturn
7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The unit should not be mounled to a
wall or ceding, unless specified In th_soperating instructions
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls w_th a soft cloth I_ghtly moist-
ened wrth todd detergent soluhon
Do not use any type of abrasfve pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benz=ne
Environment ]
1. Water and Moisture -- Do not use thJs unit near water-for ex-
ample, near a bathtub, washbowl, sw_mmmg pool, or the hke
Damp basements should also be avoided
2. Condensation -- Moisture may form on the lens tn the forlowmg
condd=ons
• immediately after a heater has been turned on
=._na steamy or very humid room
• when the un=trs suddenly moved from a cold environment to a
warm one
If mo=sture forms inside th_s unit, it may not operate properly To
correct th=s problem, turn on the power and wad about one hour
for the mo=sture to evaporate
3. Heat - The unit should be s_tuated away from heat sources such
as radiators and the like It also should not be placed =ntempera-
tures less than 5 C (41 F) or greater than 35* C (95 F)
1. Damage Requiring Service -- The unit should be servJced by
qualified service personnel when
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or
(b) Oblects have fallen or liquid has been spdled _ntothe unit, or
(e) Tile unrt has been exposed to rain, or
(d) Tile unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance, or
(e) The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged
2 Servicing -- The user should not attempt to serwce the unit be-
yond that described in the operating mstructrons All other serv=c-
Ing should be referred to an authorized sap#ice personnel
For the address of an authorized serwcenter:
In the U.S.A. 1.800.211.7262 or web site
(http;//www panason#c, corn)
In Canada 905.624-5505 or web site
(www.panasonic.ea/fdbckca.htm)
IPlacement
f. Ventilation -- The unit should be situated so that its location or
posd_on does not =nterfere with its proper ventilation Allow 10 cm
(4) clearance from the rear of the unit
2. Foreign Material -- Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall into and kqu[ds are not spilled _nto the unit Do not subject this
unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vlbrahon, or shock
3Magnetrsm _The und should be situated away from equipment
or devrces that generate strong magnetic fields
4 Stacking - Do not place heavy ObleCts other than system com-
ponents, on top of the unit
5Surface -- Place the unit on a flat, level surface
Cautions on moving this unit
Before mowng the changer to another location, be sure to
remove all d_scsfrom the slots and turn off Ihe changer
Failure to do so will expose the compact d_scs and the changer
to the risk of severe damage
CAUTION
The changer mechanism automatically locks when power =s
turned off, to protect it against damage m transport
Therefore, always press [POWER] and make sure 'OFF
appears on the display before you unDluO the ¢hanoer
Other cautions
Outside hght or no_se may somehmes cause the changer to
detect a disc when there isn t one However, the changer always
correctly detects the disc when =nthe play mode
[30 not leave the front panel open Inflltrallng (;lust or other mat-
ter may lead to damage or malfuncttons
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Connections
A Recelv ro_er Household
(net tncluded) AC outlet
(AC 120 V,
60 Hz)
CD or AUX terminals or
Receiver (not include€
oPr_DAL
I i OPTICAL OU_
OptLcal-flber cable
(not tncluded)
,t
This und
C3C3_
pC3 [_3
I About 7 meters in front
of the s_gnal sensor
• Set the changer on a flat, level surface
• Before connecting the changer to your aud=o system, make sure
that Ihe power of the changer and all other system components Js
turned off []
Stereo connection cable
White (L)
RedIRI
Memory retention
The informal=on and presetting you enter rs retained in the unit s
memory even ff the umt =sdisconnected from the AC power source
The period of retention for each type of mformat_on isas follows
•program play (,4. page tO) and dtsc grouping play (.4' page 14),
approximately one week
•text eddrng I,_ page 191, unhmtted
JDigital connection [] J
Remove the dust cap and connect thls unit to other dtgdal equlp-
ment wlth an optlc81 flber termrnal, such as a receiver or dlgdaJ sur-
round processor
• Leave the cap attached when thrs terminal =snot being used
For your reference
If you have DTS format CDs, you can enjoy stx channel playback by
connecting this unit to a recerver or d_gltal surround processor that
has a DTS decoder
Use only the optical fiber terminal when playing back DTS
format d_scs DTS s_gnals can only be correctly output through the
dtgdal termmal Connechon through the stereo LiNE OUT termmals
w_llresult _nno_se and could poss=bly damage your speakers
• DTS ts a trademark of Dtgttal Theater Systems, L P
Preparing the remote control
Check the (+) and (-) sides.
JUseofbotteries
[]
•Do not m_x old and new batteries, or batteries of different types
(manganese and afkahne, et¢)
•Never subject battenes to excessive heat or flame, do not attempt
to disassemble them, and be sure they are not short-circuded
•If the remote control _s not to be used for a long penod of trine,
remove the batteries and store them tn a cool, dark place
•Do not attempt to recharge alkahne or manganese battenes
•Do not use recllargeable type batteries
When you need to replace these batteries
Use two R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 or equtvalent batteries []
Operation notes 1
• Do not place obstacles between the remote control signal sensor
and remote control umt
• Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to d_rectsunhght
or to the b,tght hght of an mvertor fluorescent hght
• Take care to keep the remote control s_gnal sensor and end of the
remote control und free from dust
•If this system is installed _na rack with glass doors, the glass
doors' thrckness or color might make _t necessary to use the
remote control a shorter d_stanee from the system
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•Never place heavy items on top of the unit
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[] Controls
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[ Mainunit [] l
(_)Standby/on switch (©/I, POWER)
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
(_)Windows
_) Display
(_)Text mode button (TEXT MODE)
(_)Text search buttons (V, A, TEXT SEARCH)
(_ Search/Text character select buttons
( <,,I, P,l_, SEARCH/CHARACTER)
(_)Track skip/Text cursor buttons
(t<,4, I_, SKIP/CURSOR)
_) Remote control signal sensor
(_)Single disc play button (SINGLE b)
_) ID scan button (ID SCAN)
(_) Random mode button (RANDOM MODE)
Programming button (PROGRAM)
(_ Disc/Caps button (DISC, CAPS)
Numeric buttons
(_Text edit button (TEXT EDIT)
(_ Disc enter button (DISC ENTER)
_Disc skip buttons (DISC SKIP, -, +)
_Stop button (I,=)
_Pause button (11)
_) Play button (b')
j Discslot section [] ]
For an explanat=onon how to open the front panel, see page 7
"Howtosetd=scs"
(_)Disc slots
Disc slot for single disc play (SINGLE)
Loader carriage
Slot numbers
LRemote conkol [] ]
Buttons ,J., #6 I, _ i I_l to I_, and ,l_, toI_ havethe samefunctions as
the correspondingbuttons on the mareumt
(_)Search button (<,4 SEARCH I_1_)
(_)Track skip buttons ( I<_1SKIP IHH)
Disc selector button (DISC)
(_ Numeric/group select buttons
Group button (GROUP)
Group enter button (GROUP ENTER)
Repeat button (REPEAT)
Direct programming button
(DIRECT PROGRAM)
Recall button (RECALL)
_) Clear button (CLEAR)
_)Time mode button (TIME MODE)
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Setling/Removing discs
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Loader carnage
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EIJpthis part upward
]Pull gently on both ends to open the front
panel.
[]
• Unless setting or removing discs, keep hands out of the
changer while open You could injure yourselt if you get
entangled in the internal mechanism
• Keep cassette tapes away from the magnetic latches
]Slide the loader carriage to the slot where the
disc is to be inserted.
Slot No 0 (SINGLE) isreserved for single d_scplay (O page 9 )
]Set the disc on the loader and flip the loader
upwards.
• Do not use 3" (8 cm) discs fitted wtth expander r_ngs
Expander rings could damage the d_scslots
• Do not use cleaning discs or warped discs These could
damage your changer
• Do not use discs with poorly attached labels or stickers
Adhesive protruding from peeled off sttckers can cause the
changer to malfunction
• Do not put anything other than discs in the changer
• Do not use irregular shaped CDs (heart-shape, etc )
]Close the front panel gently.
I_rRF3
If you leave the front panel open while a disc =sm play the
changer wdlstop when the d_sc is fin_shed
[]
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1. Open the front panel.
2. Slide the loader carriage to the slot you want,
3. Press the eject button on the loader carriage,
Loader carnage Elect button
You can set and remove discs while another discs _splaying
• Do not set a d_sc m the slot of the disc being played (slot flashes)
The d_sc _nplay _s returned to Its slot when hn_shed If two d_scs
somehow lain in a slot, they could be damaged When thrs hap-
pens, the message 'TAKE OUT' wdl appear on the d_splay
Remove the disc that doesn't belong in the stot and press the stop
button
• Do not open the CD front panel and press the eject button when
CHECKING DISCS" appears m the d_splay The CD mechanfsm
will be damaged ff the eject button is pressed at this time
• Sometimes the front panel cannot be opened whrre a disc _splay-
ing In this case wart unhFyou can open _t
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DISC ENTER
Sequentialplay
The changer plays all the tracks on all the dtscs m order and Stops
automahca#y when the last track on the last drsc finishes playing
Before starhng Joadyour discs
Perform steps 2 to 4 wdhln 7seconds of each other
[] Press [POWER].
The umLwdl swdch on
F_rst, the message CHECKING DISCS" wdl be displayed and
then the number of the dtsc previously played If it was a CD-
TEXT dJsc then the name of the album w#l also be d_splayed
(._. page _7)
Steps 2 and 3 are not necessary if you want to begrn play
from thts disc
[] Press [DISC/CAPS].
[] Press the numeric button(s) to select the
disc.
To select a d_scnumbered over 10
For example '11 '
For your reference
You can also select a d_scwith [DISC SKIP] (- or _.)_nstead
of do,ng steps 2 and 3
[] Press [DISC ENTER].
[] Press[)'].
The changer plays all the loaded dJscs, from the selected
disc, all the way through to the d_sc before it
Text tnformahon will be dteplayed _nplace of the Itme# It _s a
CD-TEXT disc (_. page 17)
To stop play
Press [11].
The d_splay showing the number of tracks and the total playing t_me
_scleared ff the front panel is opened
To temporarily stop play
Press [11],
To search for a position
Press and hold etther[ ,441 ] (backward) or [ I_1_ ] (forward) during
play In program or random play modes, searching can only be
done on the current track
To skip tracks
Press either [ 1<1,41] [backward) or [ I1,1_] (forwardl dunng play In
program play skipping goes m the programmed order
You cannot skip backwards m random mode
To skip discs
Press either [-I [backward)or [+] (forward) either whtle a disc ts
playing or stopped
Thts does not work dunng full drsc random play mode or program
play

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D_SC ENTER
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Directplay []
You can start play from the d_sc and track of your choice
Perform steps 1 to 3 w_thm 7 seconds of each other
[] Press [DISC/CAPS].
]Press the numeric button(s) to select the
disc.
(,_ step 3 on page 81
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I_1 Press [DISC ENTER]. II
[] Press the numeric button(s) to select the II
track, ,o
Play starts al the selected track and conhnues through to the O_
end of that CD _.
To select a track numbered mgher than 10 O-
For example "11"
Singlediscplay m
Smgle dtsc play ,s a convenient way of playmgback a spectflc dtsc.
one you just bought, for example, without having to go through the
usual selection procedure
[] Set adisc in slot No. O.
[] Press [SINGLE I_],
The changer plays all the tracks on the d,sc in slot 0 and then
stops automattcally
S,ngle dtsc play tscanceled tf you sk,p drscs
Slot number
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Loader carnage
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Program p/ay
Program play lets you playback your favorite tracks _nthe sequence
you want to hear' them The program can hold up to 32 _tems
Perform steps 2 to 4 within 7 seconds of each other
tin the stop mode]
[] Press [PROGRAM].
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[] Press [DISC/CAPS].
I_ Press the numeric button(s) to select the
disc(s).
[] Press [DISC ENTER],
The 'AL" indication shows that all the tracks on the disc are
selected
To program disc numbers only, repeat steps 2-4
Slot NO 0 can also be programmed
[] Press the numeric button(s) to select the
track.
Repeat th_s step it you want to enter tracks from the same
disc
Repeat steps 2-5 until you have completed all
entries.
•PGM FULL _sdisplayed rf you try to enter a33rd ttem
• Empty slots and track numbers that don't exist on the d_scs can be
programmed but clear when play starts
[] Press [b].
The changer plays the tracks _n the programmed order and
then stops automatically
To enter additional selections during play, repeat steps 2-5.
[]
(Only available from the remote control.)
Th_s function allows you to add a track to your program whde hsten-
ing to _t
[Whde the track you want to program _splaying]
Press [DIRECT PROGRAM].
When you make aprogram as explained under Program play'
above, and then perform th_s procedure without clearing the pro-
gram hrst, the selected track _sadded to the end of the program
To hsten to programmed tracks press [PROGRAM] and check
'PROGRAM" appears on the d_splay then press [b.J
• If you press [DIRECT PROGRAM] and there are already 32 rtems
m the program, "PGM FULL' _sdmplayed and the track cannot be
added
• During program play. ]DIRECT PROGRAM] does not respond to
touch