2009 SC-BT300 Blu-ray Home Theater System

7.1 Channel/1250 Watts

1 BD/DVD/CD disc 1080p DVD up-conversion Wireless ready for rear speakers

Premium Sound Quality

iPod direct dock for audio and video playback IERA CAST V - njoy great web entertainment and E streaming content on your HDTV SD Card slot for AVCHD high definition video and JPEG playback Two front tower speakers and four matching surround speakers Low power consumption - Ecologically and economically beneficial
Front and center Bamboo Cone Speaker and Kelton Subwoofer

Smart Setup Guide

Assists with optimum theater settings
2009 SC-BT300 Blu-ray Home Theater System Specifications

SC-BT300

Playable Type BD-ROM BD-RE / BD-RE DL BD-R/ BD-R DL DVD-ROM DVD-RAM BD-Live*1 BD-MV (BD-RE version3) JPEG (HD) BD-MV (BD-R version2) DVD Video DVD-VR/ JPEG(HD)/ AVCHD DVD Video DVD-VR AVCHD DVD-VR AVCHD Video CD-DA MP3*4 JPEG (HD) AVCHD/ JPEG (HD)
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FORMAT

DVD-R*2/DVD-RW*2/DVD-R DL*2
+ R*2/ +R DL*2 / +RW*2 CD CD-R/-RW*

OTHER MEDIA SECTION

SD Memory Card (SDHC/SD) Television Signal System Home Theater Mode (RMS) Total Power Front Center Surround Surround Back Subwoofer Home Theater Mode (FTC) Total Power Front Center Surround Surround Back Subwoofer Digital Amplifier High Clarity Sound Whisper-mode Surround Center Focus EQ 96kHz Surround Re-master*5 Subwoofer Level Control Digital Synthesizer Tuner Remote Control Video Features PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus P4HD (Pixel Precision Progressive Processing for HD) 1080/24p Playback Deep Color Video D/A Converter Digital Noise Reduction Picture Mode Picture Adjustment Zoom Function (JPEG) Audio Features Dolby Digital Decoder DTSTM Decoder Audio D/A Converter Dynamic Range Compression VIERA LinkTM*6 Smart Setup VIERA CASTTM Universal Dock for iPod*7
NTSC 1250 W 125W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 250W (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 125W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 125W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 250W (100Hz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 600W 65W x 2 (120Hz-20kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 105W (120Hz-20kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 65W x 2 (120Hz-20kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 65W x 2 (120Hz-20kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 105W (45Hz-120Hz, 3ohms, 1% THD)
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RECEIVER SECTION

Power Output

(AV Remote Control)

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Blu-ray Disc SECTION

148.5 MHz/12bit
l (Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital) (DTSTM-HD Master Audio, DTSTM-HD High Resolution Audio, DTSTM) 192kHz/24bit

(HDAVI Control 4)

Integrated
iPod Full Title List on Screen Display for Audio & Video Contents iPod Music /Video*8 /Photo Playback HDMI Output Component Video Out Video Out Phone Out Digital Audio Input Analog Audio Input Ethernet Terminal Wireless Terminal

Input/Output

2 (optical) 1 (AUX) 8.2 16-15/16" x 2-31/64" x 12-59/64" Ready 1-way 1-speaker, Bass-reflex 2-1/2" Full Range (Bamboo Cone) 5.1 10-1/32 x 40-5/32 x 10-1/32 1-way 2-speaker, Bass-reflex 2-1/2" Full Range x2 (Bamboo Cone) 2.6 9-27/32 x 3-3/4 x 3-3/16 1-way 1-speaker, Bass-reflex 2-1/2" Full Range 1.1 3-5/8 x 5-1/32 x 3-3/16 1-way 1-speaker, Bass-reflex 2-1/2" Full Range 1.1 3-5/8 x 5-1/32 x 3-3/16 Kelton type 10'' Passive Radiator, 6-1/2'' Woofer 10.4 7-1/8 x 14-7/32 x 12-13/32
*6 VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ Sync. Not all VIERA LinkTM features are usable with earlier VIERA LinkTM and EZ Sync compatible products. *7 Made for iPod *8 To enjoy iPod Video contents, please connect your home theater sound system with composite cable to your TV. * "BD-Live" and BONUSVIEW are trademark of Blu-ray Disc Association. * Notes:Total harmonic distortion is measured by digital spectrum analyzer. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight (lb.) [Approx.] Dimensions (W x H x D) [Approx.] Wireless Rear Configuration
Front Center Surround Surround Back Subwoofer
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* BD-ROM Profile2. (BD-Live features includes BONUSVIEW functions.) To enjoy additional contents (such as Bonus View/BD-Live) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you will need to insert SD 1 card (1GB or larger/ Sold separately). *2 Discs recorded and finalized on DVD video recorders/cameras. *3 This unit can play CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW. It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording. *4 For contents recorded on CD-R/RW media from CDs for personal use. Playability may vary depending on conditions and discs. *5 CD sampling is done at 88.2kHz. MP3 data can be re-mastered only on CD.

Tape-to-tape recording.

Sound quality, field, etc.
Singing along with KARAOKE..

28"

Timers.. Using the play timer.. Using the record timer. Using the sleep timer.. To use two timers together.

Convenient functions

Using an external unit..
Remote control buttons and functlons. 36 Concerning CDs. 37 Concerning cassette tapes. 37 Troubleshooting guide. 38 Maintenance.. 39 Technical specifications. Back cover Product service. Back cover Before moving or shipping this system. Back cover

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

] Notebook-like binder. [Liner notes organizer] 1 pc. ] Adhesivenumber (RQLA0321).I pc. CAUTION: 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 to the presence of uninsulatad =dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of suffian equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user cient magnitude to constitute a riskof electric shock to persons. The exclamation point w_thinan equilateral trhangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-
(RFA0860-_ ] Remote control transmitter. (EUR644376) ] 1 pc.
Bakeries.. (R6/LR6, AAsize, 2pcs. UM-3)
Before using this unit please read these operating instructions cea_ fully. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions listed below. Afterwards keep them handy for future reference.
Heat--The unit should be situated as radiators and the like.
away from heat sources such
1. Power Source--The unit should be connected to power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. 2. Polarizatin,a--lf the unit is equipped with a polarized AC power plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), that plug w0J fit into the AC outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your elec_ricizn 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 likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug body when connecting or disconnecting it. 4. Nonuse Perlods--When the unit is net used, turn the power off. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

1. Damage Requiring Service--The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: (a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or (b) Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The 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 service the unit beyond that described in the operating insh-ucfions. All other servicing should be ref_ to an authorized service personnel. (Only for U.S.A.) Call 1-800-545-2672 for the address of an authorized factory

servicenter.

Inserthebatteries t inthecorrect polarities 8). ((_, (R6/LR6 AA size, UM-3) 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 thefun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the mech-onlc Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you togetthemost out ofyour equipment by playingitata safe level. One that lets the sound come throughloud and clear without annoying blaringor distortion--and, importantly,ithoutaffecting most w your sensitive hearing. We recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. "comfort level" @

Use of batteries

Sound can be deceiving.

Over time your hearing

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: oStert your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably clearly, and without distortion. Once you have establishedcomfortableound level: a s Setthedial and leaveit them. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent heating damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime. and
sDo not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types (manganese and alkaline, etc.). Never subject batteries to excessive heat or flame; do not attempt to disassemble them; and be sure they are not short-circuited. elf the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool dark place. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. Do not use zechargeable type batteries.

The battery

life is about one year.
The batteries shouid be replaced if commands from the remote control transmitter do not operate the unit even when the transmitter is held close to the front panel.
About 7 meters in front of thesignal sensor

window

Operations
Do not place obstacles betwaen the remote conh'ol signal sensor and remote control unit. Do not expose the remote control signal sensor to _ sunlight Or to the bright light of an invertor fluor'_nt light. Take caretokeep the_mote control signal sensorand end ofthe remote control unitfree from dust. If this system is installed in a rack with glass doors, the glass doors" thickness or color might make it necessary to use the remote control a shorter distance fTom the system.

To prevent

damage
Do notplace heavy items. DO notdisassemble orreconstruct. ,,Do not spill water or other liquids.

Before eMake

making connections: sure you correctly the AC power supply

identify

the left/rlght

before

placing onl,
the speakers. after all other

(see page connections

73 have been made.

cord into a household

AC outlet

FM indoor antenna

Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position where radio signals are received with the least amount of interference.

AM Ioop antenna

After attaching the bane in a broadcast the angle antenna, turn on the system an( station. Then, turn the antenna to and least interference.

of best reception

Adhesive

tape _

F'Mindoor

AM loop antannaholder

antenna _l _'_" " "

loopantenna

For best reception sound quality: An FM outdoor antenna is recommended.

(See page 7.)

Right speaker

Left speaker

Household

(AC 120 V/60 Hz)

AC power supply cord
Speaker cords Match the cords tothe terminalsby colorandconnect.

Red(+)

Black(--)
To prevent damage tocircuiri'y, short_-'ircuit never positive+)and ( negative )speakerwires. (-

Mamurd_(mduded)

For details, refer to the instruction manuel of the units which are to be connected. (included) eThis example shows how to connect the analog player with the PHONO OUT/LINE OUT switch. eWhen units other than those described below are to be connected, please consult with your audio dealer. (L) Rear panel of "-------_ this unit

(included)

Surround speaker (Left) (not included)
Sunound speaker (Right) (not included)

J Analog player

Placement of front speakers

(Left)

(Right)
(not included) _1 "LINE OUT" position

net is on the outside.

Only an analog player with a built-in phono equalizer can be connected. eSet the switch to the "LINE OUT" position at the back of the anelog player.
(Left) Place the speakersso that the

(P-.ight)

You may need an outdoor antenila if you use this system in a mountainous regionorinside reinforced-concrete a building,tc. e I FM ouh:ioor antenna
For your reference eYou can take the #ont net oft speakers. eFor your listening pleasure, keep your speakers from touching the system. Caution Use the speakers only with the recommended the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may system,inFailurerisk do so may Iced to a qualified to of fire. Consult damage to result the service person if damage has occurred or If you experience a sudden change in performance.
antenna ifan FM outdoor antenna is FM outdoorantenna (not induded)
Disconnectthe FM indoor instalied.
) Remove a piece of the outer vinyl insulator. 75fi coaxial cable (not included) Twistthe shield braid.

of surround

speclkers
Shield braid (_ Expose thecore wire. 15mm 0%2") Core f" wire
We recommend thatsurround speakers placedon thesideofor be slightly behind thelistener atearlevel. However the position should be adjustedto your personalpreference, becausetheeffectaries v tosome degreedepending upon the typeofmusic and themusic source.

An outdoor only.

antenna should
be installed by a qualified

technician

Connectingthesurround speakers producesa feelingfdepth and o movement of sound, and providesthe listenerith a feeling w of presence like that ofa movie theater. (Left) t___) (Right)

AM outdoor

antenna
Connect the outdoor antenna without removing the AM loop antenna. Run 5 to 12 m of vinyl-covered wire horizontally along a window or other convenient location.
If only one of the surround speakers is connected, out. Be sure to connect both speakers.

no sound will come

When the unit is not in use, disconnect

the outdoor

antenna to pre-
vent possible damage that may be caused by lightmng, Never use an _ outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

Ref. page

Ref. page 20
(T) Power "STANDBY _/ON" switch (POWER, STANDBY (_/ON) (_ Single play button (SINGLE I_)

(_ -'-" _*L

_) Headphone Jack (PHONES) Super woofer ON/OFF button (SUPER WOOFER)
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KARAOKE button (KARAOKE) Microphone volume control (MIC VOL) Microphone jacks (MIC 1, MIC 2) CD button (CD) (_ Tuner/band select button (TUNER, BAND) Tape/deck select button (TAPE, DECK 1/2)
V. BASS button (V. BASS) Super woofer level select button (LEVEL) Volume control (VOLUME) _) Deck 2 open button (DECK 2, _--OPEN) Deck 2 cassette holder _) Basic operating buttons Buttons cha-nge according tothesource. Display select/demonstration button

.. 35 (-DISPLAW-DEMO)

Deck I open button (DECK t, ---_OPEN) _) Clock/timer button (CLOCK/TIMER) Record timer/play timer button (_ REC/_ PLAY) Deck I cassette holder 20 9, 31, 32 31, 32 20

9, 34 27

_) 3D space EQ button (3D SPACE EQ)
Tape edit button (TAPE EDIT) _) Reverse moda select button (REV MODE)
_) CD rack panel CD rack penei open button (OPEN) CD MANAGER button (CD MANAGER) _) Disc/track select button and indicator (DiSCrrRACK) Play button (CD I_) Jog dial (JOG) 18 13,13, 14
Thedemo function changes the display to simulataan airplane taking off from an an-port Turning the demofunction ON/OFF Press POWER and hold down DISPLAY/DEMO. Every time you hold down the button;
DEMO (ON) _--+NO D_O (OFF)
When the demo function is ON, the demo is played automatically in the following cases. eWhen the system is ON If the input source is set to CD or tape, and the system is left on standby for more than 2 minutes eWhen the system is OFF If the clock has not been set
This is a 12-hour display dock. This example in the figure shows how to set the time for 6:25p.m. [] []
Switch on the power. O Press CLOCK/TIMER to select "CLOCK". Every time you pr--,:_s button; the CLOCK---* REC---* PLAY _ _ L--Previous display (----I (_) (_rlthi_t5 seconds or so) Press MEMORY/SET.
(_) Press v or ^ to select the hour. _) Press MEMORY/SET. (__)Pressv or ^ to select the minutes. _)Press MEMORY/SET to finish setting the time.
The display will reVarn to whatever you set the time. was displayed before
To display the time when power is ON Press CLOCK/_ to select "CLOCK". The time will be displayed for about 5 seconds and then the display will return to whatever was previously displayed.

For example CDno. 20:-_0--.2--*0 CD no. 35:->10--_3--,5 When" _" appears on the display It indicates there are 13 or more tracks on the CD at the playing osition. To pause Press I I during playback. To resume playback, pros I_. Hold down I-<_/-_1_ (backward) or _-/I._! (forward) during playback. Press I<_/-_._ (backward) or I._-/I._1 (forward) during playback.

Track number

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CD number in play

Elapsed playing t_ne (Of cu_ent CD number)

_.,*.oo

To search forward/ backward (Search)

VOLUME

To skip forward/ backward

Current CD

Total playing time
If you leave the front panel open while a CD is in play, when the CD is over, the changer will stop. During random play (page 15), you cannot skip to tracks which have already been played. During program play (page 16) or random play, you cannot search forward or backward over tracks. During program play, skipping whether forward or backward. is always in the programmed order,
_ Total number of tracks. 1
One-touch play When the system is OFF, playing starts automatically CD.

when you press

For your reference In step 5, you can also begin playback by pressing the basic operating button _.
You can listen to a particular track on a particular
_'] Press DISCrrRACK to select the CD selection mode.
Cl'he indicator OJumJnates with a g_een color.)
Turn JOG to select the desired

CD number.

While the CD number is flashing (approx. 10 seconds) Press DISC/TRACK to select the track selection mode. (The indicator illuminates with a red color.)
While the track number is flashing (approx. 10 seconds)
Tom JOG to select the desired track number.
r_ While the track number is flashing (approx. 10 seconds)

Press CD I_.

The CD will be played from the selected track.

To stop the CD play

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To so|_t a disctlrackwith "_neremote control (Seepage 36.) O I_ss DISC. (_ While "--" isflashingapprox. ( 10seconds) Press the numeric button(@ to select the desired CD, (_ Press the numeric button(s) to select the track. TO select a two-digR track Press->10 nd thenthetwo numbers you want withinI0 secondsor a
For example Track no.2_. _0--_2--*0 Track no. 35:_>10-+3-+5
Single CD play is for that special CD of yours, perhaps one you just bought. You see, the changer has a slot forone special CD which you can use even when the rackis full (max.50 CDs).

Press OPEN to open the rack panel, and set the CD in the slot No. 0.
[] Close the rack panel and press SINGLE _. TheCD in the slot No. 0 will be played from the firsttrackto the
For your reference While "SINGLE" appears on the display, you can start play from the button as web as the SINGLE button.
Press REPEAT before or during play.
Alltracks theloaded CD arerepeated. on
To cancel repeat play REPEATonce again. To repeat a favorite track 1. Program thetrackyou want (page 16). 2. Px_ss REPEATand make sure" _ " is displayed. 3. Pz_s. Playbackwill start.
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_OC____ -REPEAT

To repeat just one track Set the I-TRACK mode (page 18), press REPEAT before or during playback, and make sure" _" is displayed. To repeat all tracks on a specific CD or during

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Set the 1-DISC mode (page 19), px_ss REPEAT before playback, and make sure" _-D" isdisplayed.
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Press RANDOM. All tracks on the loaded CDs will be played in random order. Playback will stop automatically when the maximum of 72 tracksfrom the loaded CDs have been played.
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To cancel random play Press RANDOM once again. For random play wRh just one specific CD Setthe 1-DISCmode (page 19) and press RANDOM.
*You can use random play with your program. Only the programmed tracks will be played, but in random order. *Once more than 25 tracks have been played in random mode, the same track may be played twice.

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Everyone has his/her favorite tracks. You can program the changer to play them in a specific order. With this changer, you can make one program and fill it with up to 24 selections from any of the CDs in the rack. eYou can also program a certain track during playback (See "Direct programming" below.)

iT _'_

Press CD. [Inthe stop model Press PROGRAM.

Press DISC.

While "--" is flashing (approx. 10 seconds) Select the CD(s) you want with the buttons. You cad select slotNo. O, "SINGLE" appears on the display. numeric
Press the numeric button(s) to select the desired track. Repeat steps 3 through 5 until you have programmed all the tracks you want. P_s_S'lls_tart theprogrammed in sequence.

Specified track number

If, while listening to a certain track, you decide that you want to program that track to your program, you can with direct programming. [While the track you want to program is piaying]

Press DIRECT PRGM.

The display wilI return onds. to the original indica_on after about 3 sec-

Program

When you make a program as explained under "Program play" above, and then perform this procedure without clearing the program first, the selected track is added to the end of the program. To listen to programmed tracks, press PROGRAM and check "PRGM" appears on the display, then press I_.

DuriNgprogram play, the DIRECT PRGMbutton does not operate. (Continued on next page)
To cancel program play mode PressPROGRAM in the stop mode. Programmed contents will be saved in memory. Pressing will cancel program play, and it will also erase the entire program. To select a two-digit track Press ->10and then the two numbers you want. For example Track no. 2(3:_>10---,2--,0 Track no. 35:->10_,3_5 When "CD FULL" appears []

Indicates

program
The number of programmed can be programmed.
tracks is lindted to 24. No further tracks
You can do the following during program mode [] eCheck program contents. Press I.<4/.<-_ or IH_/IH,-I in the stop mode. Everytime you press one of the buttons, the track and program are shown on the display. eAdd to the program. In stop mode, repeat steps 3 through 5 on page 16. eCancel entries. [] _NCEL _OQQQ oOOO
From the last programmed track A specified track only

An tracks

Press CANCEL.
Select the track with I_/-_< or 1_/1_,4, and press CANCEL within 3 seconds. Press 1.
Memory retention Your program is retained in memory for about 2 weeks while the system is unplugged. To replay your program If you tvJ'ned OFF your program with PROGRAM, you can play it again as explained below. 1. Press PROGRAM. 2. Press I_. If you program a track not on your CDs The track is initially programmed, but during program play, the changer will skip that track and will continue playing from the next programmed item.
This function makes it easier for you to select special CDs and tracks fTom amongst those loaded in the changer. You can use this function to make recordings as weU. There are 3 CD/track seleotion modes.
eFor playing beck l track on 1CD only from all loaded CDs 1-Track mode (I-TRACK)
eFor playing back 1 CD only from all loaded CDs 1-Disc mode (1-DISC)
For playing back the same numbered CDs 1-Track All-Disc mode (1-ALL) track (1 t_ack) on all loaded

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4. 4. 4. 4. 4.

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To listen to ! track only (I-TRACK) Press CD. Press CD MANAGER to select "J-TRACK". Every time you press the button; 1-TRACK-*1-DISC-+I-ALL t---NORMAL ,-------Previous dLsplay_ (OFF) []

with a _n

color.)

The selected CD will be recorded.

l_J Press REC/STOP.

To record the same numbered track on all CDs (1-ALL) []
Press CD MANAGER to select "l-ALL". Every time you press the button;
1-TRACK--, 1-DISC---*1-ALLL-- NORMAL _----Pr evious display_ (OFF)
Press DISC/TRACK to select the track selection mode. (The indicator illuminates aredcolor.) with
Turn JOG to select the desired track number. [] Press REC/STOP.
The same numbered track on all loaded CDs will be recorded in

order.

The recording level will be recorded played back.
as they are on the tape being

Press TAPE DECK 1/2.

_',1 Press & OPEN on both decks, and then insert the tapes.
For playback: Into deck 1 For recording: Into deck 2 Close each deck's holder by hand. Tape directionsautomatically to"_". i set
Every _rne you press the button; _--,'._:_-_ c_-_,
One side is z_:orded, then recording stops automatically. _-._, -_'_: Both sides (front side-+reverse side) are recorded, then recording stops automatically.
Press TAPE EDIT to start recording.
eIf you selected _'_ in step 3, the direction will automatically change to --" _ when recording starts.
To stop recording Press II. Both decks will stop. To record on side B
Beforei_cording,oad a tape and change the tapedirections exl a plainedhere below. 1. Press TAPE DECK 1/2 and select tape deck 2. 2. Press "11 and immediately thereafter II. The tape direction will be
shown as "<l".
To record from a specific point on a tape Before Rcording, advance the tape to the point from where you want to start recording.
Tape dilec_on of the tape you are recording onto
Base youz selection on the type of music and how you want to listen to it.
Press 3D SPACE EQ to select field. Eachtime you press the button; FL_THEAVY--'_CLEAR---_ SOFT_ _-DISCO +---LIVE ---HALL_ _
HEAVY: CLEAR: SOFT: HALL: UVE: DISCO:

quality

Use to add "punch" to rock and other music. Use to cla_ the t_eble range of jazz, etc. Use to listen to background music, etc. Use th impar,' a deep bass and spread which win make you feel as if you were th a large concer_ hall. Use primarily for vocaI pieces to add gloss to the vocals. Use to reproduce a long reverberating sound like that heard in discotheques.

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In recording, the sound quality/field will set automatically to "FLAT".

eMake sure that you have completed Switch on the power.
"Serimg the time" on page 9.
Setthetimeratleast minutesbefore 2 you want tostartecording. r The figure shows how to set the record broadcasts from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. timer for recording FM
Press CLOCK/TIMER to select "_ REC".
O Evez7 time _ Z_'ess Imito_ the CLOCK--.(9 REC--+_)PLAY

di,p y---J

(_ (Within I0secondsrso) o Press MEMORY/SET.
"ON" Hme senlng (_) Press _) Press _) Press (_) Press v or ^ to ssk.ot the starting hour. MEMORY/SET. v or ^ to select the starting minutes. MEMORY/SET.
"OFF" tim setting v or ^ to select the ending hour. MEMORY/SET. v or ^ to select the ending minutes. MEMORY/SET.
(_ Press (_) Press (_ Press (_ Press
Select the desired source and then prepare for recording.
When you reourd from the radio Press TUNER BAND to select "FM" or "AM" and tune in the desired station. When you record from a unit connected to the "AUX" terminals

Press AUX.

Prepare for recording.
1. Insert a tape into deck 2 with the side on which the recording will start facing you. 2. Select the _ mode.
Press _ REC/_ PLAY to select "_) REC".
_) REC---* _) HAY _---(OFF)----_
The system will turnedOFF automatically few seconds. be ina _RE_ _DLAy About 30 secondsbeforethe settime,the system mutes all sound automatically. Recording will startrom front f side (")" ").

Time seti_ng

To switch the timer OFF Press REC/_ PLAY andcheck"_) REC" goesout. _) If you set the timer wrongly Press_) I_EC/_) PLAY sothat "_) I_C" goesout.The_ _peat the pzocedm-e from step1. TO check settings PressCLOC_/TIlv_R toselect"_ REC". Two seconds later, thedisplaywill c-hanse the fo]lowingo_en m 0 Recording start time (_ Recording ove_ time _) Recording source
You can check settings even when the system is OFF. To enjoy the desired source after the timer setting is"

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Switch on the power. While enjoying the desired source:
Press SLEEP to select the desired time []
The figure shows how to setthe system to standbymode aftex 30minutes. The syste_m is t_rned off aft_ the set time has elapsed.
completed. Eve_ ff you change the music source, the _ _*ording will start with the preset condition. 1. Fol]owi_ step 6 on page 32, turn ON the power and start playing the desL,_Msomo_. 2. Press POWER to standby mode af_ you have mljoyed listening to your desired source, and confirma tapeisinse_ indeck 2. Tumlng the timer ON/OFF As long as "(9 REC" isdisplayed, thez_-'ordimerwillcome ON t everydayasset. You can turnthe _ ONIOFF by pressing "(DREC/(_ PLAY" whilethesystem is OFF. Remember that whe_ "(DREC" isdisplayed,hetimerisON. When t notdisplayed, thetimeris OFF. _FFJ elfthePower isON, the_dmewin notfunction. system mttst The be inthestandbymode. oil you switchthepower tothestandbymode whiletherecord tim_ is functJol_ng, the OFF time setting will not be activated. elf AUX is selected as the source, when the Rmer comes ON, the systemwill turnON, will engage "AUX" asthesource and will start recording. If you want to reco_ _rom a connected compon_mt, set the component's timer to the same time. (Refer to your equipment's operating instructions.)

Cassette tapes exceeding 100 mlnuise Tapes are made of a thin film material. DO not repeatedly and stop the tape, fast-forward it or rewind it. Side A Endless-tapes For this unit, it is recommended the auto reverse mechanism.

advance

to use tapes which are appropriate to
Always read the instructions provided Tab for side "B" Tab for side ",4."

with your tapes.

Use a scxewdriver similar object to break out the tab.
Tape slack [] Tapeslackay cause hetape break. m t to
To re-record on n protactod casselto Cover the hole with adhesive tape

Erasure prevention

Normal position tape Hi-position tape Donotcover the detectionole h _\_"

Stamge

on hi-position tapes Detection hole
Do not place or store tapes in the following places; In high temperature (35_ or higher) or high humidity (80% or

higher) areas

In a strongmagneticfield (near speaker, n topofa TV, etc.) a o This can erase a recording. Locations xposedtodirectunlight e s
Before requesting possible cause of checks or a minor and i_,store proper
service for this unit, check the chart below for a the problem you are experiencing. Some simple adjustment on your part may resolve the problem operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the direct oly of Authorized Service Centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your dealer for instTuctions. (In U.S.A consult PASC Authorized Servicenters for detailed instructions or call 1-800-545-2672 for the address of an authorized servicenter.) factory

Problem

Probable cause(s)

Suggested remedy

Problems common to all systems
There Is no sound when the power is ON. The location of the vsdoue musical instruments is not well defined. The left and right sounds are reversed. When listening to the external unit, the left end right sounds are revered. Only one speaker is The (+) and (-)connectionsoone of thespeakers t

reverse.

Volume is set too low.
Adjust the volume level with the volume conizol.
Connect thespeakercordscor_ctly. 0
The leftnd right a connectionsothe speake_are t reversed. The left and right cormectinnsto the external unit are reversed.
Connect the speaker on:iscorrectly. O

SPEAKER SECTION

Type 3 way speaker system Speaker(s) Woofer 14 cm cone type Midrange 6 cra cone type Tweeter 6 cm cone type Impedance 6fl Input power 160 w (MUSIC), 80 W (DIN) Output sound pressure level 85 dB/W (1.0 m) Cross over frequency 2 kHz, 8 kHz Frequency renge 41Hz-22 kHz (-I6 dB) 52 Hz-20 kHz (--10 dB) Dimensions (Wx HX D) 246x345x257 mm (91V16"x 131%2_X 10V_) Weight 3.3 kg (7.3 lb.)
25W perchannel(6Q) Total BI-AMP power 100 W per channel Input sensitivity AUX 250 mV M1C [SC-AK91 only] 0.6 mV Input impedance AUX 15 k_ MIC [SC-AK91 only] 600Q
Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output 0.9% total harmonic distortion 50 Hz-12 kHz both channels driven 60 W pet dmnnel 1 kHz continuous power output both channels driven 0.9% total harmonic distortion Input sensitivity AUX MIC [SC-AK71 only] input impedance AUX MIC [SC-AK71 only] FM TUNER SECTION (6fl)

GENERAL

Power supply AC 120V,60Hz Power consumption [SC-AKgO/SC-AKgl ] 155 W [SC-AKT0/SC-AK71 ] 125W Dimensions 0Nx HX D) 270x345x394 mm (1C6/_X 131%2"x 15V20 Weight [SC-AK90/SC-AK911 !0,3 kg (217 lb.) [SC-AK70/SC-AK7119.5 kg (20.9 lb.) Notes: I. Specifications are subjectto change without notice. Weight and dimen,_lons are approximate. 2. Total harmonic distottlon ia measumd by the digital spectrum analyzer.
87 dB (]IS.A) Below measurablelimlt 8 fs MASH (1 bit DAC)
70 W per channel (6_) 250mV 0,6 mV 15 !_ _
Type 4 way speaker system Speaker(s) Super woofer 17 cra cone type Woofer 12 cra cone type Midrange 6 cm cone type Tweeter 6 cm cone type Impedance HIGH (6_), LOW (6_) Input power HIGH 80 W (MUSIC) 40 W (DIN) LOW 200 W (MUSIC) 100 W (DIN) Output sound pressure level 87 dB/W (1.0 in) Cross over frequency120 Hz, 4 kHz, 8 kI-Iz Frequency range 38 Hz-22 kHz (-16 dB) 45 Hz-20 kHz (-10 dE) Dimenslons 0NXHXD) 285x345x326 mm (117/32" 131%2_ 1227/3_ x ') Weight 6.2 kg (13.7 lb.)
Frequency range 87.9-107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps) 87.5-108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps) Sensitivity 23.3 dBf (4.0/_V, IHF '58) Antenna terminal(s) " 75_ (unbalanced)
MASH is a trademark of NTT.
AM TUNER SECTION Frequencyrange Sensitivity S/N 20 dB

520-1710 kHz 500/_V/m

CASSETrE DECK SECTION Track system 4 track, 2 channel