Panasonic

CD Stereo System

Operating Instructions
The illustrations show SC-AK510.

Model No.

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SC-AK610 SC-AK510 SC-AK410 SC-AK403

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DIGITAL AUDIO
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference SC-AK610 and SC-AK403 are available in the U.S.A. only.]

RQT6707-3P

Table of contents

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum pe_ and safety, please read these instnJctio_s care_lly. These operating instructians are applicable to the fogowing systems. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrationsin these operating instructions are of SC-AK510.

System Main unit

SC-AK610 SA-AK610
SC-AK510 SA-AK510 SB-AK510
SC-AK410 SA-AK410 SB-AK410
SC-AK403 SA-AK403 SB-AK410
Front speakers SB-AK610 Subwoofer SB-WAK610

CAUTIONI

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 SPLASHING TO RAIN, AND THAT MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH SHALL BE PLACED

LIQUIDS,

ON THE

SUCH AS APPARATUS.

VASES,

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO W DE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
The model number and sedal 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. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE: DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. 3 Listening caution... 3 Product Service... 3 Supplied accessories... 4 Placement of speakers.. 4 The remote control.. 4 Set-up... 5 Front panel controls... 6 The radio: manual tuning.. 7 The radio: preset tuning... 7 CDs... 8 How discs with MP3/WMA differ from CDs. t0 CD play mode function for MP3/WMA.. 10 Album skip play.. 11 Track skip play... 11 INTRO function (Album scan).. 11 Program play for MP3/WMA.. 11 Starting play from a desired track in a desired album. 12 Title search function.. 12 Marking a track.. 13 CD display for MP3/WMA.. :. 13 Cassettes... 14 Sound quality/sound field.. 14 Recording... 14 Optional antenna connections.. 15 Extemal unit connections.. 15 Using an extemal unit... 15 Using headphones (not included).. 15 Turning the demo function off.. 16 Convenient functions.. 16 Auto-off function.. 16 Setting the time... 16 Using the timers.. 17 Troubleshooting guide.. 18 Maintenance... 18 Specifications... 19 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). Back cover Customer Services Directory (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)... Back cover

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.
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
Inside of 3roduct to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage _ within the product's enclosure that may be of suffian equilateral triangle, i_ intended to alert the user cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral thangta is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the alp

IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched parficulady at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/acceecodes specified by the manufacturer. 11) 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tnped, bracket, or table specked by the manufacturer, or cold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover. 13) Unplug this apparatus dudng lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Se_cing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate non'nally, or has been dropped.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety insi_uctionson the unit and the applicable safety instroctien_ listed below. Keep these operating instroctJons handy for futurereference. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) Reed these instructions. Keep these insthJCfiOnS. Heed all wamings. Fctlow all instructions. Do not usa this apparatus near water. C_ean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or uther apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundin_ type plug. A po[adzed plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electdcian for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:

Listening

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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 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 fuming the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reedent 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 unauthodzed changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authodty 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.

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industdee Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion_and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive heanng. We recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing "comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds "normal" can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level: Start your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and cleahy, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable Set the dial and leave it there. sound level:
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

Product Service

1. Damage requiring service--The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a)The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b)Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c)The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d)The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 2. Servicing--Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel. 3. Replacement parts--When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electdc shock, or other hazards. 4. Safety check--After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition. [ Product information ]
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mall consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site (http://www.panasonic.com). In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Supplied

accessories

The remote control-

please check and ldentily the supplied _. Use numbers indicated in parsn_eses when asking for replacement parts. To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or R6, AA, UM-3
web site (hffp://www.panasonlc.com). [] AC power supply cord - I pc. (RJAO065-1D) _ FM iadoor a_eoea. 1pc.

(RSAOOO6-J)

(Only for U.S.A.) Rernota control transmitter. 1 pc.
__ DAM loop antenna. (N1 DADYY00002) 1 pc.

(N2QAHB000036)

Insert so the poles (+ and -) match those in the remote control. Do not use rechargeable type battedes. Battedes. 2 pcs. R6, AA, UM-3 Do not: mix old and new battedas. use different types at the same time. heat or expose to flame. take apart or short-circuit. attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese battedas. use battedes if the covedng has been peeled off. keep together with metallic objects such as neckJacas. Mishandling of battedes can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire. If electrolyte leaks from the betteries, consult your dealer. Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

ISC-AK410]

For U,SJ_.: 8lack: (EUR7710010) Silver:. (EUR7710020) For Canada: (EUR7710020) SC-AK403 (EUR7710010) I_

Placement

of speakers
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long pednd 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.
Place the front speakers so that the tweeter is on the outside.

[SC-AK4101 SC-AK403

Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the outside. _Twoeter

[IL-"4F4

signal sensor

(SB-AK610/

(SB-AK410)

_Sa-AK510)

Main unit Front speaker --(left) Subwoofer _.1_] only -Jl -" 1 _-.T Front speaker (dght) Transmission window About 7 meters in front of

(SB-WAK610)

Place on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it won't cause vibration. If irregular coloring occurs on your television The subwoufer is designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and set-up combinations. If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes. The television's demagnetizing function should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speaker further away from the television./

the signal sensor

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.

OO4rap3 Og3 r_3

Remote control only Preparation:Press [1_/11, D] andthen [11,CLEAR]. C
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraurthofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. Windows Media, and the Windows
Every time you press the button: ALL-DISC --> 1-SONG --_ 1-ALBUM T__ ALL-DISC: 1-SONG: I-ALBUM: I-DISC: 1-DiSC,_--I Plays all loaded discs in succession selected disc to the final disc _. from the
logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smafier than that of MP3.
Plays one selected track on the selected disc. Plays one selected album on the selected disc. Plays one selected disc.
(The odginal display is restored in about 2 seconds.)
2 Press [DISC] and (within10 seconds) [1]-[5] to select the
When creating a WMA disc, ensure the cepyright feature is off. Noise may occur when playing WMA files. I Limitations on MP3/WMA play I
When you selected "l-ALBUM"

or "l-SONG"

Press [ALBUM (_ or --,.- )] to select the album. Play starts from the first track of the selected aJbum.
This unit is not compatible with packet-write format. When both MP3/WMA and CD-DA data is recorded on the disc over a number of sessions: If the first session contains MP3NVMA recordings, the unit will play from the MP3A,VMA 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. You cannot use 1-Disc Random play, All-Disc Random play and search function. Some MP3/WMA 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. II Display when in the stop mode (example)
When you selected "l-SONG" Press the numbered current album. buttons
in step 1 to select the track in the
To select track 10 or over, press {->10] once then the two digits. To select track 100 or over, press [->_10]wice then the three digits. t Play starts from the selected track.
To stop play Press [11. 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 wifi be the "final disc". Order of progression: Disc 4--5.--1--2--3 When "NOT MP3/ERRORI" or "NOT MP31ERROR2" appears on the display An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that track and play the next one. When "TRACKIPROTECTED" appears on the display A copynght protected WMA format is being played. The unit will skip that track and play the next one.

File format indicator "MP3": indicates the disc contains MP3 files "WMA": Indicates the disc contains WMA files If the disc contains both MP3 and WMA files, both "MP3" and "WMA" will light up. Total number of albums (on the current disc) Total number of tracks (on the current disc) File format indicator !
i 1"_--i.i.'_ t -ti L_I. i i--i

', II I I I I_'1

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You can use repeat mode (--_ page 9) with CD Play Mode function. * You cannot use program mode together with CD Play Mode func_no.

ITI- TRI

_IRBWlV

Joystick

m, CLEAR --.'J;;_ _
m, CLEAR-_.-_ I_III, CO ALBUM {. _)

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During play or stop Push the joystick upldown ([ALBUM _ICHARA] [ALBUM -,- ICHARA]) to select the desired album. Remotecontrol: Press [ALBUM( -- or _ )].
When selecting in the stop mode:
i , : W --i _I mA_ I I_ I II
You can program up to 24 tracks. Remote control only
PrepareUon: 1. Press [DISC] and (within 10 seconds) [1}-[5] to select the disc. 2. Press [I, CLEAR].
Press [PROGRAM]. "PGM" appears. Press [ALBUM ( _- or -,,- )] to select the album.
To select an album directly, press the numbered buttons after pressing [ALBUM ( -- or _ )]. To select album 10 or over, press [->10] once then the two digits. To select album 100 or over, press [->10] twice then the three digits.

Current album

Number of tracks in current album
Press p>/ll, CD] to start play. Play starts from the first track of the selected album. To play from another track, refer to "Track skip play" below.
3 Press [1_1<1, EWlv] R
During play or stop Push the joystick left/right ([1<1_1, CURSOR] or [lIHld, CURSOR]) to select a desired track. (You can also press [I.<I_I/REW/V ] or [IH_I/FF/^].) Remote control: Press [I._1_1,REW/V] When selecting in the stop mode: or [1_1_, A/FF]. To select pressing To setect To select
or [IH_I, AIFF] to select the track.
a track directly, press the numbered buttons after [1_141, RL=WlV] or [1HIH, AIFF]. track 10 or over, press [_->10] nce then the two digits. o track 100 or over, press [_->10]wice then the three digits. t
Press [ENTER]. Repeat steps2-4 to programothertracks, Press [1_/11,CD] to start play.

Current track

To exit program mode Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode. (You can replay your program by pressing [PROGRAM] then [1_/11,CD].) You can do the following
Press p'/ll, CD] to start play. Play starts from the selected track. To play from another album, refer to "Album skip play" above.
while "P" is displayed

TI i--i

t_ '_l
During 1-ALBUM mode, track skipping can only be done within the current album.
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 CLEAR].

The characters change each time a numbered button is pressed. For example, every time you press [21: A_B_C-_2
Press [CURSOR_ ] to enter the character. Repeat steps _1_~;2_ complete the keyword. to
(Title search mode is cancelled.)
TO cancel partway through Press Ill ST(3PI
For our eference y r Ifyouentered acharacter bymistake, the push joystick left
CURSOR]) (remote control: press [_- CURSOR]) the mistake, then enter the correct character. Editing keywords TO move the cursor

([Ptl_l, to move back to

On the main unit: Push the joystick left/right (J}41<lCURSOR] or [I,,,IH CURSOR]). On the remote control: Press [CURSOR ( _ or --,- )]. Deleting a character 1. Move the cursor over the character to be deleted. 2. Press [DELETE] (remote control: [DEL]).
Remote control only Dubog play or pause Press [CD DISP] to select a desired CD display mode.
Every time you press the button: --* (_ Remaining play time, Otiginal spectrum analyzer display mode MARKER, -MEMORY, -RECALL

"--2

(b_ Elapsed play time, Album title (F) Elapsed play time, Track title
Cd_ Elapsed play time, ID3 album name ]MP3 only]
(e_ Elapsed play time. ID3 title name (MP3 only)
(f') Elapsed play time, ID3 artist name (MP3 only)
Elapsed play time, Odginal spectrum analyzer display mode I You can mark one track each on the discs loaded so that yon can start play from them later. Example: Elapsed play time l To mark a track number 1
During play or stop Select your desired track. (For MP3/WMA, refer to "Track skip play" on page 11. For CD-DA, press the numbered buttons. To select track 10 or over, press [_al0] then the two digits.)

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Hold down [MARKER, -MEMORY] until "STORING" blinks on the display, Remote control: Hold down [MARKERI. The selected track is stored in the marker of the current disc.

Track title

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When a title is longer than 10 characters, it will scroll across the display. If you selected a mode from Lb_- (f) (see above), the scrolling will start again after every 3 seconds. "NO [D3" is displayed if titles with ID3 tags haven't been entered. (MP3 only) Maximum number of displayable characters: Album/track title: 31 ID3 albumltitie/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 l.t). Titles containing text data that the unit doesn't support cannot be displayed.

Recording

M, STOP

pLAY MODE _

"'
Tape playback is momentarily interruptedif you open the other deck. Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism. Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be taken up before the tape is played. Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck's moving parts if used incorrectly.

__.,DECK 1 )% TAPE 1

ALBUM _
_,4, REW/"_, HH,A/FF

Sound quality/sound

SUPERSOUNDEQ SUeWCI_ER _
Selection of tapes for recording Use normal position tapes. High position and metal position tapes can be used, but this unit will not be able to record or erase them correctly. Preparation: Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately. 1 Press [----., DECK recorded. 2] and insert the cassette to be
Insert with the side to be recorded exposed tape facing down. 2 Select the source
facing towards you and the

to be recorded.

Press [PRESET EQ] to select Every time you press the button: HEAVY _ SOFT _ CLEAR --
a setting. DISCO _- LIVE _,- HALL

EQ-OF -

(cancelled) HEAVY (sound quality) : Adds punch to rock SOFT (sound quality) : For background music CLEAR (sound quality): Cladfies higher sounds DISCO (sound field) : Produces sound with the same kind of lengthy reverberations heard at a disco LIVE (sound field) : Makes vocals more alive HALL (sound field) : Adds an expansiveness to the sound to produce the atmosphere of a great concert hall. You cannot use PRESET EQ and SUPER SOUND EQ together
Radio recording: Tune in the station. (-_. page 7) CD recording: ,13 Insert the CD(s) you want to record. Press [1_/11, CD] and then [11, STOP]. a_ Prepare the desired CD recording mode. Remote control only TO record programmed tracks (-,. do steps 1-3 on page 9 for CD-DA or steps 1-4 on page 11 for MP3ANMA). To record specific CDs/tracks 1. For CD-DA, do steps 1 to 2 on page 9: "To listen to specific CDs and tracks (CD Play Mode function)". For MP3/WMA, do steps 1 to 2 on page 10: "CD Play Mode function for MP3/WMA". Ensure CD is stopped. 2. For 1-ALBUM mode (MP3/WMA only) and 1-SONG mode: Press [ALBUM ( _ or _ )] to select the album. 3. For 1-SONG mode; Press [1_1_1, REW/V] or [_.D,,.I, A/FF) to select the track. (WMA: SC-AK610 and SC-AK510 only) Tape-to-tape recording: ,1 Press [1_. TAPE] and then [11, STOP]. 2_ Press [_, DECK 1] and insert the cassette you want to record.
3 Press [e REC] to start recording.
To stop recording Press[11,STOP].
If the tape finishes before the CD The CD continues playing. Press [i, STOP] to stop iL I

Optional

AM outdoor

antenna

connections
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
To record on the other side of the tape Turn the tape over and press [e REC|. Reducing noise when Remote control only recording AM antenna (included)

Hold down [PLAY MODE] while _=cording. Every time you bold down the button: BP1 <-_ BP2 Choose the setting with the least noise.
Changes to volume and soond/tieid quality do not affect recording. You cannot open deck 1 while recording. You cannot fast-forward or rewind one deck while mourding with the other. When recording an AM broadcast, sound is momentarily when you start and stop the recording. interrupted
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location. Leave the loop antenna connected. Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
External unit connections

Rear this unit

Erasure prevention Use a screwddver r similarobjectto breakout the tab. o
I(L) Analog player (not included)

Tab for side B

Tab for side A

To re-record

on a protected

cassette

Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
An analog player with a built-in pbono equalizer can be connected. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the units which are to be connected. When units other than those described above are to be connected, please consuti your audio dealer.

Using an external unit

To erase a tape 1. Press [_', TAPE] and then [i, STOP]. 2. Insert the recorded tape into deck 2. Ensure there is no tape in deck 1. 3. Press [l REC].

OREC AUX

Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
(See above for external unit connection.) 1. 2. Press [AUX]. The unit comes on. For listening: Proceed to step 3. For recording: Press [l REC] (recording starts). Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the external unit's instruction manual.)

FM outdoor

antenna _._ _ _-_._. FM outdoor antenna (not gnc uded)

Using headphones

(not included)

(within 7 seconds or so) Press [PgF<I, nEW/V] or _,

to set the time.

I To mute the volume Remote control only
Press [MUTING]. Press the button again to cancel. "MUTING" goes out. TO cancel from the unit, turn [VOLUME] to minimum (-dB), it to the required level. m Muting is also cancelled when the unit is turned off.
Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time. The display willreturnto whateverwas displayed before you set the time.

then raise

To display the time Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] once when the unit is on or at standby mode. The time is shown for about 5 seconds.
Reset the clock regulady to maintain accuracy.

Using the timers

1 2"
To cancel the timer Press [SHIFT} + [PLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. (The timer comes on at the set time evetyday if the _mer is on.) To change the settings (when the unit is on) To change the playlrecord times Do steps 1, 2, 3 and 5. To change the source or volume 1. Press [SHIFT] + [(_PLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. 2. Make changes to the source or volume. 3. Oo steps 4 to 5. To change the timer Press [SHIFT] + [_)PLAY/REC] to select the desired timer. Evee/time the button is pressed: _)PLAY _ _)REC

2" 3o 1 "2. 4

Remote control only You can set the timerto comeon at a certaintime to wake you up (playtimer)or to recorda radio stationor from the aux source(record timer). The playandreseKItimerscannotbe usedtogether.
Preparations: Turn the unit on and set the clock (,,_. page 16). For the play timer, prepare the desired music source (tapa/CD/ radio/aux), and set the volume. For the record timer, check the cassette's erasure prevention tabs (,_ page 15) and insert the tape in deck 2 (,,_ page 14). Tune to the radio station (_ page 7) or seleol the aux source (,,_ page 15). Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER[ to select the timer To check the settings Press [SHIF-FJ+ [CLOCK/TIMER[ while the unit is on to select =_PLAY" or " REC". The settings are shown in the following order: Play timer: start time-*finish time--_source--_volume Record timer: start time--_flnish time--)source To check the.settings while the unit is off, press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/ TIMER] twice. If you use the unit after the timers are set After using, check that the correct tape/CD are loaded before taming the unit off.

Common Problems No sound. Sound stops.
Tum the volume up. Switch off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on. Causes include shorting of the positive and negative speaker wires, straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power, and using the unit in a hot environment. Check the speaker connections. O
Sound is unfixed, reversed or comes from one speaker only. Humming heard during play. "ERROR" is displayed.
An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cords away from this unit's cables. facorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
"- -:- -" appears on the display at standby mode. "F61" is displayed.
You plugged the AC power supply cord in fcr the first time or there was a power failure recently, Set the time. _) Check and correct the speaker cords connection. O If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
to the radio Use an outdoor antenna. (D
Noise is heard. The stereo indicator flickers or doesn't light. Sound is distorted. A beat sound is heard. A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts, When there is a television The picture on the TV disappears or stripes appear on the screen. Using the cassette Poor quality sound. Recording is not possible. Playing discs deck
Tum the TV off or separate

it from the unit.

Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
set nearby The location and orientation of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to an outdoor antenna. The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit.
Clean the heads. If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. _)
The display is wrong or play won't start.
The disc may be upside down. O Wipe the disc, Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard. Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. hour for it to clear and try again. The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Replace the disc.

Wait about an

The total number of tracks displayed differs each time the same disc is inserted. Unusual sound is heard. CD-RW cannot be read. "VBR-" is displayed instead of the remaining playtime. "TAKE OUT/DISC" appears on the display. Remote control I
The disc was incompletely

formatted.

Use the recording equipment to folly format the disc before recording.
The unit cannot display the remaining play time for vadable bit rate (VBR) tracks
There is a problem with the disc mechanism. (A power failure may have occurred.) The tray will open automatically. Remove the disc from the tray, and after ensuring there is no disc in the tray, close it. The unit will make the disc changing noises for a few moments and then it should operate normally.

l work. Remote control doesn't
Check that the batteries they inserted correctly. Replace the batteries if are are worn.

Maintenance

If the surfaces are dirty J
For a cleaner, crisper sound
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality recording. Use a cleaning tape (not included). playback and
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, damp cloth. m. Before using a chemically treated benzine to the instructions Never use alcohol, paint thinner or cloth, read clean this unit. that came with the cloth carefolly.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION
power output THD 10%, both channels driven 55Hz-120 Hz (Low channel) 65W per channel (12_) 120 Hz-4 kHz (Mid channel) 30W per channel (6_) 4 kHz-t 6 kHz (High channel) 30W per channel (6 _) 40 Hz-1 O0Hz (Subwoofer channel) 120W (6_) Total power 370W Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 100Hz (Low channel) 75W per channel (12_) I kHz (Mid channel) 40 W per channel (6 Q) 10 kHz (High channel) 4OW per channel (6_) 80Hz (Subwoofer channel) 150 W (6'_) Total power 460 W Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3 k!2 AMPLIFIER SECTION _"_"_'" Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 55 Hz-120 Hz (Low channel) 50 W per channel (6 _2) 120Hz-4 kHz (Mid channel) 5OW per channel (6 _) 4 kHz-f 6 kHz (High channel) 5OW per channel (6 (2) Total Td-Amp power 150W per channel Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 1O0Hz (Low channel) 60 W per channel (6 _2) 1 kHz (Mid channel) 60 W per channel (6 _) 10 kHz (High channel) 6OW per channel (6 _2) Total Td-Amp power 180W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3k_ AMPLIFIER SECTION _ Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 60 Hz-3 kHz (Low channel) 58W per channel (6 _2) 3 kHz-I 6 kHz (High channel) 58W per channel (6_) Total Bi-Amp power 116W per channel Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 1 kHz (Low channel) 75W per channel (6_,_) 1OkHz (High channel) 75W per channel (6_2) Total Bi-Amp power 150W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3 k_ AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-AK403 Power output THD 10%, both channels driven 60 Hz-3 kHz (Low channel) 50W per channel (6_2) 3 kHz-16 kHz (High channel) 5OW per channel (6_) Total Bi-Amp power 100 W per channel Power output THD 10%, both channels driven I kHz (Low channel) 65 W per channel (6_,2) 10kHz (High channel) 65 W per channel (6 _2) Total Bi-Amp power 130 W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV Input Impedance AUX 13.3 k&_ FM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 87.9-107.9 MHz (200kHz steps) 87.5--108,0 MHz (100 kHz steps) Sensitivity 2.5pV (IHF) S/N 26dB 2,2HV Antenna terminal(s) 75 _ (unbalanced) AM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 520-1710 kHz (10 kHz steps) Sensitivity SIN 20 dB (at 1000 kHz) 560 p.V/m CASSETTE DECK SECTION 4 track, 2 channel Track system Heads Record/pleyback Solid perrnalioy head Erasure Double gap femte head Motor DC servo motor AC bias 100 kHz Recording system AC erase 100 kHz Erasing system Tape speed 4.8 cm/s (17/8 ipe) Overall frequency response (+3 dB, -6 dB at DECK OUT) NORMAL (TYPE I) 35 Hz-14 kHz S/N 50 dB (A weighted) Wow and flutter 0.18% (WRMS) Fast forward and rewind time Approx. 120 seconds with C-6O cassette tape CD SECTION Sampling hequency 44.1 kHz Decoding 16 bit linear Beam source/wavelength Semiconductor laser/780 nm Number of channels Stereo Frequency response 20 HZ-20 kHz (+1, -2dB) Wow and flutter Below measurable limit Digital filter 8fs DIA converter MASH (1 bit DAC) MP3 Bit rate 32 kbps-320 kbps Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48kHz WMA (SC-AK610 and SC-AK510 only) Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48kHz SPEAKER SECTION Mass _/ _/ _ " _:8.2kg(18Olb.) : 7.8 kg (17.2 lb.) Output sound pressure level 83 dB/W (1.0m) Cross over frequency 120 Hz, 5 kHz Frequency range 31 Hz-25kHz (-16dB) 43 Hz-24 kHz (-10dB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 237 x 376 x 293mm (9"1_" x 14W,6- x 1117/_z') Mass 4.3kg (9.5 lb.) I Front speakers SB-AK410 I Type 3 way, 3 speaker system Speaker(s) Woofer 16cm (6V2") cone type Tweeter 6 cm (23/8 cone type ") Super tweeter 2.5cm (1") Piezo type Impedance HIGH 6t_ LOW 6 Input power HIGH 150W (Music) LOW 150w (Music) Output sound pressure level 86.5 dB/W (1.Om) Cross over frequency 3.5 kHz, 10 kHz Frequency range 35 Hz-25 kHz (-16 dB) 47 Hz-24 kHz (-10 dB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 227 x 344 x 250mm (8W1_- x 13_/_" x 927/32") Mass 3.4 kg (7.5 lb.) [Subwoofer SB-WAK6101 (SC-AK610 only) Type 1 way, 2 speaker system Speaker(s) Subwoofer 16cm (6V_")cone type Impedance 6_ Input power 3OOW (Music) Output sound pressure level 82dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 22Hz_.8kHz (-16dB) 58 Hz-4 kHz (-1OdB) Dimensions (WxHxD) 230 x 372 x 329 mm (9VI_" X 14_V_" X 12W1_') Mass 5.4 kg (11.9 lb.) GENERAL Power supply Power consumption AC 120 V, 60 Hz : 244 W

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Labor One (1) year Not Ap_ Three (3) years
One 11)year Ninety (90) days Ten (10) days Ninety (90) days
NOtAppticable Ninety (90) days Not Appticabta Not Applicable
Dudeg the "Parts"
period there will be no charge for labor.
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1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only) For hearing or speech impaired TrY users, TrY: 1-866-605-1277 Panasonlc Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (6 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST) (Visa, MatiterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)