Panasonic SC-AK45 - General Safety and Placement Guidelines

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Supplied accessories. 2
Suggestions for safety. 3
Caution for AC mains lead. 4
Concerning the remote control. 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
Front panel controls. 8
Demo function.10
Setting the time.10
Presetting radio broadcasts .11
Listening to radio broadcasts. 12
Listening to compact discs.13
Presetting radio broadcasts .11
Listening to radio broadcasts. 12
Listening to compact discs.13
Loading and checking CDs. 13
Sequential play. 14
Direct access play. 15
Repeat play. 15
Random play.. 15
Program play.16
To listen to special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function)... 17
Listening to tapes.18
Before recording (Deck 2 only).20
Recording from radio broadcasts.21
Recording from compact discs.22
To record special CDs and tracks (CD Manager function).... 23
Tape-to-tape recording.24
field operatTons
Using the built-in sound quality/
sound field settings.25
Boosting the super woofer.25
Varying the sound quality with
the acoustic image (Al) equalizer.26
Varying the sound quality with the manual equalizer.27
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Using the timer.28
Using the play timer .28
Using the record timer.29
Using the piay/record timer.30
Using the sleep timer .31
Using an external unit.31
Convenient functions.32
Concernings CDs.33
Concerning cassette tapes.33
Trouble shooting guide.34
Maintenance.35
Technical specifications.Back Cover
Before moving or shipping
this system. Back Cover
Suggestions for safety
Placement'
Avoid placing the unit in areas of:
•direct sunlight
•high temperature
• high humidity
•excessive vibration
•uneven surfaces (Place the unit on a flat level surface.)
Such conditions might damage the cabinet and/or other component
parts and thereby shorten the unit’s service life.
To protect the unit against sound distortion and acoustical effects,
please place the unit at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces etc.
Stacking,
Never place heavy items on top of the unit or the AC power cord.
• It is very dangerous to use an AC power source of high voltage
such as for an air conditioner.
A fire might be caused by such a connection.
•A DC power source can not be used.
Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially if on a ship
or other place where DC is used.
• Avoid cuts, scratches or poor connection of the AC power cord, as
this may result in fire or electric shock.
Excessive bending, puiling or slicing of the cord should also be
avoided.
•Do not pull on the cord when you are disconnecting the power, as
this could cause an electric shock. Grasp the plug firmly when you
disconnect the power supply.
• Never touch the plug with wet hands or a serious electric shock
could result.
• Ensure that no foreign objects, such as needles, coins,
screwdrivers etc., accidentally fall into the unit.
Otherwise, a serious electric shock or malfunction could occur.
• Be extremely careful about spilling water or liquid on/into the unit,
as a fire or electric shock could occur.
(Disconnect the power plug and contact your dealer immediately if
this occurs.)
• Avoid spraying insecticides onto the unit as they contain
flammable gases which can be ignited.
• Insecticides, alcohol, paint thinner and similar chemicals should
never be used to clean the unit as they can cause flaking or
cloudiness to the cabinet finish.
Service
• Never attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit if
there seems to be a problem.
A serious electric shock could result if you ignore this
precautionary measure.
• if a problem occurs during operation (the sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light up, smoke is detected, etc.) contact your
dealer or Authorized Service Center immediately.
• Disconnect the power supply if the unit will not be used for a long
time. Otherwise the operation life could be shortened.
Before
using