SPECIFICATIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Amplifi er section
RMS Output power stereo mode
Front Ch (both channels driven)
160 W per channel (3
), 1 kHz, 10% THD
Total RMS stereo mode power 320 W
PMPO output power 3500 W
FM/AM tuner, terminals section
Preset station FM 30 stations
AM 15 stations
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range
87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz step)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Antenna terminals 75
(unbalanced)
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
Frequency range
520 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step)
Aux input RCA pin jack
Headphone jack
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
Output level (CD, 1 kHz, –20 dB) 32
(Max)
Music port (front)
Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 k
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
Disc section
Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)
(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)
(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3
formatted disc)
(3) MP3
MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3
Pick up
Wavelength 795 nm (CD)
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels 2 (FL, FR)
FL = Front left channel
FR = Front right channel
USB section
USB Port
USB Standard USB 2.0 full speed
Media fi le format support MP3 (
.mp3)
USB device fi le system FAT 12, FAT 16, FAT 32
USB port power 500 mA (Max)
Bit rate 16 kbps to 320 kbps (playback)
USB recording
Bit rate 128 kbps / 192 kbps / 320 kbps
USB recording speed 1x, 4x (CD only)
Recording fi le format MP3 (
.mp3)
Memory section
Memory
Memory size 2 GB
Memory fi le format support MP3 (
.mp3)
Memory recording
Bit rate 128 kbps / 192 kbps / 320 kbps
Memory recording speed 1x, 4x (CD only)
Recording fi le format MP3 (
.mp3)
Capacity of total song recorded 510 songs
(Use 128 kbps, approximately 1 song = 4 mins)
Speaker section
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass refl ex)
Speaker unit(s)
Full range 20 cm cone type
Tweeter 6 cm cone type
Impedance 3
Output sound pressure 86 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range 58 Hz to 21 kHz (–16 dB)
75 Hz to 20 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 mm x 414 mm x 235 mm
Mass 4.0 k g
General
Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 68 W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 mm x 336 mm x 245 mm
Mass 3.2 k g
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C
Operating humidity range
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Power consumption in standby mode:
0.2 W (approximate )
Note:
1) Specifi cations are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2) Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital
spectrum analy zer.
■ Common problems
When the unit is in standby mode, t he display lights
up and changes continuously.
• Press and hold [8 ]
F
on the main unit to select “DEMO
OFF”.
No response when remote control but tons are
pressed.
• Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
Distorted sound or no sound.
• Turn the volume up.
• Turn off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then
turn the unit on again. It may be caused by straining of
the speakers through excessive volume or p ower, and
using the unit in a hot environment.
A “humming” sound can be heard during play.
• An AC power supply cord or fl uorescent light is near
the unit. Keep other appliances and cords away from
the unit.
■ Discs
Incorrect display or play will not start .
• You have not inserted the dis c correctly; insert it
correctly.
• Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-
standard.
• Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to
evaporate.
The total number of tracks displayed is incorrect.
The disc cannot be read .
Distorted sound is heard.
• You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one
it can.
• You have inserted a disc that has not been fi nalized or
completely formatted.
■ Radio
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
The stereo indicator fl ickers or does not light.
• Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna
should be installed by a competent technician.
A beat sound is heard.
• Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.
• Switch to either BP 1 or BP 2 when in AM tuner mode.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcast.
• Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
■ USB
The USB drive or its contents cannot be read.
• The USB drive format or its contents is/are not
compatible with the system.
• The USB host function of this produc t may not work with
some USB devices.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32
gigabytes may not work in some instances.
Slow operation of the U SB devic e.
• Large fi le size or hig h memor y USB fl ash drive takes
longer time to read.
MAINTENANCE
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instru ctions that came with the cloth carefully.
■ Unit displays
“NO PL AY”
• Check the content.
• Only MP3 format fi les can be played.
“F61”
• Check and correc t the speaker cords connection.
If this does not fi x the problem, consult the dealer.
• Disconnect the USB device. Turn the unit of f and then
turn back on.
“ERROR”
• Incorre ct operation performed. Read the instructions
and try again.
“ERROR” (during recording )
• You are not able to select other playback source
(example: radio, USB and etc.) or press [ 2/3] /
[5/6 ]
Q
during recording.
Stop the recording function.
• You are not able to open the disc tray when record ing
from AM source.
• Select a suitable recording mode (128 KBPS or
192 KBPS) and resume rec ording.
“PLAYERROR”
• An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit
will skip that track and play the next one.
“VBR–”
• The unit cannot display the remaining play time for
variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
“HI -SPEED CAN’T REC”
• You cannot use high-speed recording while using
analog mode. Change to digital mode or use normal
recording.
“DEVICE FULL”
• You cannot perform recording because the total USB
remaining REC (recording ) time of the USB device is
less than the total time of the music source.
Change to a USB device whic h has the appropriate
recording time and perform the recording again.
System memory reset (Initialization)
When the following situations occur, refer to the
instructions below to reset the memory:
• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory c ontents.
To reset system memory
1 Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
(Wait at least 3 minutes b efore procee ding to
step 2. )
2 While pressing and holding down [1, POWER]
B
, reconn ect the AC power supply cord .
“– – – – – – – –” appears on the display panel
1
.
3 Release [1, POWER ]
B
.
All the settings are returned to the factor y preset.
You will need to reset the memory items.
Before requesting ser vice, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Inside of product
Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://panasonic.net
En
RQTX1100-M
L0110CH0
CAUTION!
• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS
WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND
ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES,
SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain
readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC
receptacle.
This product may receive rad io inter ference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such interference
is apparent, please increase separation between the
product and the mo bile telephone.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.
Customer Service
Customer Service Directory
Obtain information products and operative assistant; lo calize the closer distributor or Ser vice Center; buy spare par ts
and accessories by our web site to Latin American:
http://www.lar.panasonic.com
Also you may contact us directly by our Contact Center:
Panama 800-PANA (800-7262)
Colombia 1-8000-94PANA (01-8000-947262)
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From a cell phone: 797-5000
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Peru 0800-00726
Argentina 0800-333-PANA (0800-333-7262)
0810- 321-PANA (0810- 321-7262)
Mexico Service
To obtain information in the Republic of Mexico contact us at:
email: atencion.clientes@mx.panasonic.com
Or you may contact us in the next following phones num bers: 01800-VI P-PANA ( 01800 -847-7262 ) - Interior
(55 ) 500 0-1200 - Mexico D.F. and Metropolitan Area
– If you see this symbol –
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.
CAUTION!
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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
Operating Instructions
CD Stereo System
Model No. SC-AKX30
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions thoroughly before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
These operating instructions are applicable to
the following system.
System
SC-AKX30
Main unit
SA-AKX30
Speakers
SB-AKX30
Your unit may not look exactly the same as
illustrated.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 x AC power supply cord
2 x Remote control batteries
1 x FM indoor antenna
1 x AM loop antenna
1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000501)
CLOCK AND TIMER
For play timer proceed to step 9.
For record tim er continue from step 7 onward.
7 Press [R /T]
o
to selec t the desired recording
storage location.
8 Press [ OK]
o
to confi rm.
To activate the timer
9 Press [ # PLAY/REC]
g
to turn on the timer.
10 Press [` ]
X
to turn off the unit .
The unit must be turned off for the timer to operate.
Change the
settings
Repeat steps 1 to 8 and 10 (Z see left
and above) .
Change the
volume
1) Press [
# PLAY/REC]
g
to clear the
timer ind icator from the display.
2) Make c hanges to the volume.
3) Per form steps 9 and 10.
Check the
settings
Press [ CLOCK /TIMER]
h
repeatedly to
select
#PLAY or # REC
.
Cancel
Press
[# PLAY/REC]
g
to clear the timer
indicator from the display.
Note:
• The play timer will start at the preset time with volume
increasing gradually to preset level.
• The record timer will star t 30 seconds before the set
time with the volume muted.
• The timer c omes on at the set time every day if the timer
is on.
• The unit must be in the standby mode for the timer to
function.
• If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is
functioning, the fi nish time set ting will not be activated.
Sleep timer
This function enables you to turn of f the unit automati cally
after the set time.
Press [SLEEP]
i
repeatedly to select your desired
time.
To c a nce l
Press [ SLEEP]
i
to select “ OFF”.
Changing the remaining time
Press [ SLEEP]
i
to show the remaining time and press
[SLEEP]
i
again to select your desired time.
Note:
• The play and sleep timer or the record and sleep timer
can be used together.
• The sleep timer always has priority. Be sure not to
overlap timer settings.
Setting the clock
This is a 12-hour clock.
1 Pr ess [CLOCK /TIMER ]
h
to selec t “CLOCK ”.
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK ]# REC
Original display
# PL AY ]
2 Within 8 seconds or so
Press [R/T ]
o
to set the time.
3 Pr ess [OK]
o
to fi nish setting the time.
Displaying the clock
Press [ CLOCK /TIMER]
h
once when the unit is on or in
standby mode.
The time is displayed for a few seconds.
Note:
Reset the cloc k regularly to maintain accuracy.
Play and record timer
You can set the timer to come on at a cer tain time to
wake you up (play timer) or to record from the radio or the
optional equipments (record timer).
Play timer and record timer cannot be used together.
Turn the unit on and set the clock .
Play timer Prepare the music source you want
to listen to ; disc, USB device, internal
memory, radio or other equipments and
set the volume
7
.
Record
timer
Insert the USB device (for USB
recording) and tune to the radio station
(
Z see “RADIO”
) or select the music
port or AUX source
(Z see “OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENTS”)
.
1 Press
[CLOCK/TIMER]
h
repeatedly to select the
timer function.
Each time you press the button:
CLOCK ]
# REC
Original display
# PLAY ]
# PLAY : to set the play timer
# REC : to set the record timer
(Proceed to the next step within 8 seconds )
2 Pr ess [R/ T]
o
to set the starting time.
3 Pr ess [OK]
o
to confi rm.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the fi nishing time.
5 Pr ess [R/ T]
o
to selec t the desired source for
play timer or record timer.
6 Pr ess [OK]
o
to confi rm.
Placement
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidit y, and excessive
vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and
other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service
life.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid
distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not place heav y items on the unit.
Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload
the unit an d cause a fi re.
Do not use a DC power source. Che ck the source
carefully when set ting the unit up on a ship or other place
where DC is used.
AC power cord protection
Ensure the AC power cord is connected correctly and not
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause
fi re or electri c shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy
items on the lead.
Grasp the plug fi rmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling
the AC power cord can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause
electric shock.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLACEMENT OF SPEAKERS
PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
Inser t so the poles (+ and – ) match those in the remote
control.
Aim at the remote control signal sensor
O
, avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of
the unit.
Note on using the remote control
• Do not mix ol d and new bat teries.
• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.
• Do not take apart or short circuit the batteries.
• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese
batteries.
• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
• Do not heat or expose to fl ame.
• Do not leave the batter y(ies) in an automobile exposed
to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors
and windows closed.
• Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause
electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fi re.
• Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going
to be used for a long period of time. Store in a co ol, dark
place.
Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right
channel orientation is necessary.
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
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.
Note:
• Keep your speakers at least 10mm away from the
system for proper ventilation.
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do
not place them near televisions, personal computers or
other devi ces easily infl uenced by magnetism.
• You can damage your speakers and shor ten 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.
Caution
• Use the speakers only with the recommended
system. Failure to do so can damag e the amplifi er
and speakers, and can cause fi re. Consult a
qualifi ed service person if damag e occurs or if a
sudden change in performance is appar ent.
• Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if bat tery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer ’s instruc tions.
Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can
cause electric shock or malfunc tion.
Do not let liquid s get into the unit. This can cause
electric shoc k 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 fl ammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into
the unit.
Service
Do not at tempt to re pair this unit by yourself. If sound is
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke ap pears, or any
other problem that is not covered in these instruc tions
occurs, disconnect the AC power cord 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 unqualifi ed persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the
power source if it is not to be used for a long time.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTS
AVOID INTERFERING WITH OTHER PANASONIC
EQUIPMENT
1 Plug the audio cord into the MUS IC PORT jack
M
.
2 Pr ess [MUSIC P./AUX]
E
to selec t “MUSIC PORT”.
3 Play the por table audio equipment. (See the
portable audio equipment’s instruction manual.)
Connecting to other external unit
You can connect to an analog player with a built-in phone
equalizer.
1 Pr ess [MUSIC P./AUX]
E
to selec t “AUX”.
2 Play the exte rnal unit. (See the external unit’s
instruc tion manual.)
Note:
• When units other than those described above are to be
connec ted, please consult your audio dealer.
• Sound distortion may occur when you use an adaptor
other than the one supplied.
1 Pr ess and hold [MUSIC P./AUX]
E
on the main
unit and [ 2 ]
Z
until the main unit ’s display shows
“REMOTE 2”.
2 Pr ess and hold [OK ]
o
and [ 2 ]
Z
for at least 2
seconds.
To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat steps 1
and 2 by replacing [ 2 ] with [ 1 ].
Note:
All peripheral components and cables are sold separately.
Connecting to headphones
Connect head phones to the headphones jack ( )
N
.
(Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo)
• Avoid listening for prolonged period s of time to prevent
hearing damage.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hear ing loss.
• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage
the user's ears.
Be sure to use the supplied or recommended
headphones or earphones.
Connecting to a portable audio equipment
This feature enables you to enjoy music from a portable
audio equipment.
Switch off the equalizer function (if there is any) of the
portable audio equipment before you plug into the MUSIC
PORT jack
M
. Other wise, sound from the speaker may
be distorted.
Other Panasonic audio or video equipment may star t
functioning when you operate the unit using the supplie d
remote control.
You can operate this unit in another mode by set ting the
remote control operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.
The main unit and remote control must be set to the
same mode.