For U.S.A.

As an ENERGY STAR?? Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR?? guidelines for energy efficiency.

Model No. SC-AK630

SC-AK633

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

These operating instructions are applicable to the following system.

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.

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.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

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Listening caution

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you???ve just pur- chased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it???s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equip- ment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associ- ation???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 hearing.

We recommend that you 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 clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

??? Set the dial and leave it there.

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.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 inter- ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip- ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip- ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

???Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

???Increase the separation between the equipment and re- ceiver.

???Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

???Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user???s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opera- tion 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.

Except for U.S.A.

Inside of product

1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer???s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- type plug. A polarized 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 electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Supplied accessories

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with

the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 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 normally, or has been dropped.

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (As of February 2005)

(Only for U.S.A.)

To order accessories, refer to ???Accessory Purchases??? on the back cover.

The remote control

Batteries

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

???Insert so the poles (+ and ???) match those in the remote control.

???Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

???mix old and new batteries.

???use different types at the same time.

???heat or expose to flame.

???take apart or short-circuit.

???attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

???use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

???keep together with metallic objects such as necklaces. Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.

Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period 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.

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:

Set-up

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all other connections have been made. Optional antenna connections (A page 10).

Preparation

Twist and pull off the vinyl tip of the antenna wires and speaker cords.

2 AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base.

(R)

4 AC power supply cord

Note

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only.

Do not use it with other equipment.

For your reference

To save power when the unit is not going to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

1

(L)

1 FM indoor antenna

Affix where reception is best.

Adhesive tape

1

2

3 Speakers

Placement

Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the inside.

Subwoofer

Super tweeter

Place on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it won???t cause vibration.

Super tweeter

Blue

Red (+)

Black

Blue (???)

(SB-WAK630)

Black (???)

Gray (+)

Front speaker (left)

Note

Main unit

Subwoofer

Front speaker (right)

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.

Notes on speaker use

???You can damage your speakers and shorten 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.

???Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32??) away from the system for proper ventilation.

???These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

???You cannot take the front net off the speakers.

Caution

??? Use the speakers only with the recommended system. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

???Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

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DISP, ???DEMO

RQT7834

When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may be shown on the display.

If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by selecting ???DEMO ON???.

Press and hold [DISP, ???DEMO].

The display changes each time the button is held down.

NO DEMO (off) DEMO ON (on)

While in the standby mode, select ???NO DEMO??? to reduce power consumption.

Note

DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.

Main unit

1Display

2AC supply indicator [AC IN]

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power supply.

3Standby/on switch [f/I, POWER]

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

Remote control

3

1

2

3

S.WOOFER

H.BASS

5

}Shift button [SHIFT]

To use functions labeled in orange \:

While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.

3CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,

tune/preset channel select, time adjust, cursor buttons

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Disc information

Disc selection

This unit can play MP3 and CD-DA (digital audio) format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized (a process that ena- bles CD-R/CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW) upon completion of recording.

It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the condition of the recording.

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so play may not be possible.

Do not:

from under labels and stickers.

??? attach scratch proof covers or any other kind of accessory.

??? write anything on the disc.

??? clean discs with liquids. (Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.)

??? use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

To prevent damage

Always observe the following points:

???Load only 1 disc on the tray.

???Always stop the changer before loading or changing discs. Do not change discs while a disc is playing.

???Set the system on a flat, level surface.

???Always unload all discs before moving the unit.

Do not:

???set the unit on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.

???move the unit while a tray is opening/closing, or when loaded.

???put anything except a disc in the tray.

???use cleaning discs or discs which are badly warped or cracked.

???disconnect the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet during disc changing operation.

MP3 information

This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a computer. Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as albums.

This unit can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions.

When making MP3 files to play on this unit

Disc format

Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).

File format

MP3 files must have the extension ???.MP3??? or ???.mp3???.

Limitations on MP3 play

???This unit is not compatible with packet-write format.

???When both MP3 and CD-DA data is recorded on the disc over a number of sessions:

???If the first session contains MP3 recordings, the unit will play from the MP3 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.

???Some MP3 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.

Discs

Basic play

CD MP3

Pause

Press [:/J, CD] during play.

Press again to resume play.

[:/J, CD]

Discs

When selecting in the stop mode (example):

Remote control only

You can select a desired CD display mode.

Press [CD DISP] during play or pause.

Every time you press the button:

CD Remaining play time Elapsed play time

MP3 a Remaining play time, Original display

b Elapsed play time, Album title

c Elapsed play time, Track title

d Elapsed play time, ID3 album name

e Elapsed play time, ID3 title name

f Elapsed play time, ID3 artist name

g Elapsed play time, Original display

Elapsed play time

Note

CD

???When track number 25 or greater is playing, remaining play time display shows ?????? ???:??? ??????.

MP3

???When a title is longer than 9 characters, it will scroll across the display. If you selected a mode from b - f (see above), the scrolling will start again after every 3 seconds.

??????NO ID3??? is displayed if titles with ID3 tags haven???t been entered.

???Maximum number of displayable characters:

Album/track title: 31

ID3 album/title/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 1.1). Titles containing text data that the unit doesn???t support cannot be displayed.

???Titles entered with 2-byte code cannot be displayed correctly on this unit.

eALL-DISC

RANDOM: CD Plays all loaded discs in random order.

g1-ALBUM

RANDOM: MP3 Plays one selected album in random order.

Remote control only

Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].

Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.

Every time you press the button:

CD

a ALL-DISC b 1-SONG d 1-DISC RANDOM f 1-DISC e ALL-DISC RANDOM

MP3

a ALL-DISCb 1-SONG c 1-ALBUM d 1-DISC RANDOM f 1-DISC g 1-ALBUM RANDOM

ALL-DISC RANDOM CD

Press [:/J, CD] to start play.

ALL-DISC/1-DISC/1-DISC RANDOM CD MP3

Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

Play starts.

1-ALBUM/1-ALBUM RANDOM MP3

1Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.

Play starts from the selected album.

1-SONG

CD

1Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

2Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the current disc.

To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits. Play starts from the selected track.

MP3

1Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.

3Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the current album.

To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.

To select a 3-digit track, press [>10] twice then the three digits.

Play starts from the selected track.

To stop play

Press [L, 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 will be the ???final disc???. Order of progression: Disc 4z5z1z2z3

L MP3 When ???NOT MP3/ERROR1??? appears on the display

An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that track and play the next one.

Note

??? You cannot use program mode together with Play Mode function.

??? MP3 During 1-ALBUM mode, track skipping can only be done 7 within the current album.

1Press [PROGRAM].

???PGM??? appears.

2Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

3Select the tracks with the numbered buttons.

To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program other tracks.

4Press [:/J, CD] to start play.

MP3

Preparation:

1.Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc.

2.Press [L, CLEAR].

1 Press [PROGRAM].

Note

You can use repeat mode with program play (A see left) and Play Mode (A page 7) functions.

You can mark one track each on the discs loaded so that you can start play from them later.

To mark a track

1During play or stop

Select your desired track.

(A page 6, ???Basic play ??? Skip/Search???).

???PGM??? appears.

2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.

To select an album directly, press the numbered buttons

after pressing [ALBUM ( or )].

To select a 2-digit album, press [>10] once then the two digits.

To select a 3-digit album, press [>10] twice then the three digits.

2Hold down [MARKER] until ???STORING??? blinks on the display.

The selected track is stored in the marker of the current disc.

Note

If a track is already stored in the marker, it will be replaced next time you store a new track in the same marker.

3Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the track.

To select a track directly, press the numbered buttons after pressing [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF].

To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.

To select a 3-digit track, press [>10] twice then the three digits.

4Press [ENTER].

Repeat steps 2 ~ 4 to program other tracks.

5Press [:/J, CD] to start play.

To recall a marked track number in the current disc

During play or stop

Press [MARKER] to recall a marker.

Play starts from the track recalled.

Note

??????NO MARKER??? indicates that the marker in the current disc is empty.

???The marker memory is cleared when you open the disc tray.

???You cannot use this function during program play or random play.

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

Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].

1Press [INTRO].

INTRO function starts.

(INTRO function is cancelled after playing the first track in the last album on the current disc.)

2While your desired album is playing, press [:/J, CD].

Play continues from the first track of the album.

To stop during the process, press [INTRO] or [L, CLEAR].

Note

You cannot use this function during program play or random play.

You can search for your desired album/track with its keyword (part of the title).

Album/track title search

Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, STOP].

1For album title search

Press [TITLE SEARCH] once.

For track title search

Press [TITLE SEARCH] twice.

2Enter the characters of the keyword for the title.

(A see right: ???Entering characters???)

3Press [ENTER].

Title search starts.

The matched title is displayed.

Album title search

Matched album title

Blinks to indicate album title search mode

Track title search

Matched track title

Blinks to indicate album title search mode

To show the next/previous search result

Press [f/FF/4] (next) or [ g/REW/3] (previous).

Press [:/J, CD] to start play from the album/track found.

For album search, play starts from the first track of the album. (Search mode is cancelled.)

To cancel partway through

Press [L, STOP].

When there is no match for the searched keyword, the display shows ???NOT FOUND???.

Note

You cannot use title search function in program play or random play.

Entering characters

You can enter a keyword of up to 9 characters for album/track title search. You can only enter upper case letters but the unit also searches for lower case.

On the main unit

1Press [, ALBUM/CHARA] or [, ALBUM/CHARA] to select the required character.

Each time you press [, ALBUM/CHARA], the characters change in the following order.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

space ! ??? # $ % & ??? ( ) ??? + , ??? . / : ; < = > ? _ `

The sequence is reversed if you press [, ALBUM/CHARA].

If you hold down [, ALBUM/CHARA] or [, ALBUM/CHARA], the characters change faster.

2Press [CURSOR f] to enter the character.

Repeat steps 1~2 to complete the keyword.

On the remote control

1Press the numbered button to select the required character.

Characters allocated to the numbered buttons:

The characters change each time a numbered button is pressed.

For example, every time you press [2]:

A B C 2

2Press [CURSOR ] to enter the character.

Repeat steps 1~2 to complete the keyword.

LEditing keywords

To move the cursor

Press [g CURSOR] or [CURSOR f]. Remote control: Press [CURSOR (or)].

Deleting a character

1.Move the cursor over the character to be deleted.

2.Press [DELETE] (remote control: Press [DEL]).

Editing a character

1.Move the cursor over the character to be edited.

2.Enter the correct character.

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TUNER, BAND

Radio

Manual tuning

1Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band.

The unit comes on.

Every time you press the button:

FM AM

2Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select ???MANUAL???.

Every time you press the button:

MANUAL PRESET

3Hold down [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4] for a moment to search for a station.

The frequency stops when it finds a clear station.

To stop during the process, press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4].

Under excessive interference, a station may not be found.

Press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4] repeatedly to tune step-by- step.

???TUNED??? is displayed when a radio station is tuned.

???ST??? is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

If noise is excessive in FM

Remote control only

Hold down [PLAY MODE] to display ???MONO???.

Monaural sound is selected and noise reduces when reception is weak.

Hold down [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the mode. ???MONO??? is also cancelled if the frequency is changed.

To receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps

Main unit only

Hold down [TUNER, BAND]. The display changes in a few seconds to show the current minimum FM frequency. Continue to hold down the button until the minimum frequency changes. The step is changed.

Repeat the above to change the step back.

Note

???After changing the ???allocation??? setting, the frequencies you previously preset in the memory will be cleared.

???Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload tapes while listening to an AM broadcast.

Preset tuning

Remote control only

Radio

Automatic presetting

Do the following once each for FM and AM.

Preparation: Tune to the frequency where pre-setting is to begin.

Hold down [PROGRAM] until the frequency changes.

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. When finished, the last station memorized is tuned in.

Manual presetting

Pre-set the stations one at a time.

1Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to tune to the desired station.

2Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select a channel.

3 Press [PROGRAM].

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset in that channel.

Selecting channels

Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.

To enter a 2-digit channel, press [>10], then the two digits.

OR

1 Press [PLAY MODE] to select ???PRESET???.

2Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the channel.

Optional antenna connections

Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

??? Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.

??? The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.

AM outdoor antenna

AM outdoor antenna (not included)

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location.

Leave the loop antenna connected.

Note

Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

Cassettes

Playback

You can use either deck 1 or deck 2 for tape playback.

Use normal position tapes.

High position and metal position tapes can be played, but the unit will not be able to do full justice to the characteristics of these tapes.

1Press [:, TAPE].

The unit comes on.

If a cassette was loaded, play starts automatically (One touch play).

2Press [c DECK1] or [DECK2 c] and insert the cassette.

Insert with the side to be played

3Press [:, TAPE] to start playback.

To play on the other side of the tape, turn the tape over and press

[:, TAPE].

To stop tape playback

Press [L, STOP].

To fast-forward or rewind

Press [g/REW/3] (rewind) or [f/FF/4] (fast-forward).

To select between loaded decks

Press [DECK 1/2] (remote control: [PLAY MODE]).

Note

To stop recording

Press [L, STOP].

If the tape finishes before the disc

The disc continues playing. Press [L, STOP] to stop it.

To record on the other side of the tape

Turn the tape over and press [a, REC].

Note

???Changes to volume and sound/field quality do not affect recording.

???You cannot open deck 1 while recording.

???You cannot fast-forward or rewind one deck while recording with the other.

???When recording an AM broadcast, sound is momentarily interrupted when you start and stop the recording.

Erasure prevention

Use a screwdriver or similar object to break out the tab.

Side A

To re-record on a protected cassette

Cover the hole with adhesive tape.

To erase a tape

Adhesive tape

Recording

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.

1Press [DECK2 c] and insert the cassette to be recorded.

Insert with the side to be recorded facing towards you and the exposed tape facing down.

2Select the source to be recorded.

Radio recording:

Tune in the station. (A page 10)

Disc recording:

1 Insert the disc(s) you want to record.

Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, STOP].

2 Prepare the desired disc recording mode. Remote control only

???To record programmed tracks

On page 8, ???Program play???, do steps:

CD 1 ~ 3

MP3 1 ~ 4

???To record specific discs/tracks

1.Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode. (A page 7)

2.Press [DISC] and then [1]???[5] to select the disc. Ensure disc is stopped.

3.MP3 For 1-ALBUM mode and 1-SONG mode: Press

[ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.

4.For 1-SONG mode: Press [g, REW/3] or [f,

4/FF] to select the track.

Tape-to-tape recording:

1 Press [:, TAPE] and then [L, STOP].

2 Press [c DECK1] and insert the cassette you want to record.

3 Press [a, REC] to start recording.

1.Press [:, TAPE] and then [L, STOP].

2.Insert the recorded tape into deck 2.

Ensure there is no tape in deck 1.

3.Press [a, REC].

Setting the time

Remote control only

This is a 12-hour clock.

1Switch on the power.

2Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select ???CLOCK???.

Every time you press the button:

CLOCK PLAY REC

Previous display

3(Within 7 seconds or so)

Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the time.

4Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time.

The display will return to whatever was displayed before you set the time.

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.

Note

Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

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g, REW/3, f, 4/FF

Timers

Using the play/record timer

Remote control only

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up

(play timer) or to record a radio station or from the aux source (record timer).

The play and record timers cannot be used together.

Preparations:

???Turn the unit on and set the clock (A page 11).

???For the play timer, prepare the desired music source (tape/disc/ radio/aux), and set the volume.

???For the record timer, check the cassette???s erasure prevention tabs

(A page 11) and insert the tape in deck 2 (A page 11). Tune to the radio station (A page 10) or select the aux source (A page 13).

1Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer function.

Every time you press the button:

CLOCK PLAY REC

Previous display

rPLAY: to set the play timer

rREC: to set the record timer

(Proceed to the next step within 8 seconds)

2ON time setting

1 Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the time. 2 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER].

OFF time setting Repeat steps 1 and 2.

3Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to display the timer indicator.

Every time you press the button:

PLAY REC

(off)

rPLAY: to turn the play timer on

rREC: to turn the record timer on

(The indicator doesn???t appear if the ON and OFF times or the clock hasn???t been set.)

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Timers

4Press [f] to turn the unit off.

The unit must be off for the timers to operate.

??? Play timer: Play will start in the set condition at the set time with volume increasing gradually to the set level.

??? Record timer: The unit comes on 30 seconds before the set time with the volume muted.

To cancel the timer

Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display.

(The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on.)

To change the settings (when the unit is on)

To change the play/record times

Do steps 1, 2 and 4.

To change the source or volume

1.Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display.

2.Make changes to the source or volume.

3.Do steps 3 to 4.

To check the settings

Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] while the unit is on to select ???rPLAY??? or ???rREC???.

The settings are shown in the following order: Play timer: on time???off time???source???volume Record timer: on time???off 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/disc are loaded before turning the unit off.

Note

???If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is functioning, the

OFF time setting will not be activated.

???If you selected AUX as the source, when the timer comes on, the unit turns on and engages ???AUX??? as the source. If you want to playback or record from a connected unit, set that unit???s timer to the same time. (See the connected unit???s instruction manual.)

Using the sleep timer

Remote control only

This timer turns the unit off after a set time.

While enjoying the desired source:

Press [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes).

Every time you press the button:

SLEEP 30 SLEEP 60 SLEEP 90 SLEEP 120 SLEEP OFF

To cancel the sleep timer

Press [SLEEP] to select ???SLEEP OFF???.

To confirm the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] once.

The remaining time is shown for about 5 seconds.

To change the setting

Press [SLEEP] to select the new setting.

You can use the sleep timer in combination with the play/record timer. Make sure the unit is off before the play/record timer???s start time.

Note

The sleep timer will be turned off when you start recording.

Sound quality/sound field

Using the built-in sound quality/sound field settings

Remote control only

Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.

Every time you press the button:

HEAVY SOFT CLEAR DISCO LIVE HALL

EQ-OFF (cancelled)

HEAVY (sound quality) : Adds punch to rock

SOFT (sound quality) : For background music

CLEAR (sound quality): Clarifies 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

Note

You cannot use PRESET EQ together with H.BASS.

Enhancing the bass sound

You can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are not optimal.

Press [H.BASS].

The button light comes on.

Press the button again to cancel.

The button light goes out.

Boosting the subwoofer

Press [SUBWOOFER].

Remote control: Press [SHIFT] + [S.WOOFER].

The button light comes on.

Each time you press the button:

MID (medium) MAX (high) Light off (off)

To cancel

Press [SUBWOOFER] to turn the light off.

Remote control: Press [SHIFT] + [S.WOOFER].

Note

You cannot use this function when headphones are connected.

Other functions

External unit connections

Rear panel of

Analog player

(not included)

???An analog player with a built-in phono 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 consult your audio dealer.

Using an external unit

(See above for external unit connection.)

1.Press [AUX].

The unit comes on.

2.For listening: Proceed to step 3.

For recording: Press [a, REC] (recording starts).

3.Start playback from the external source. (For details, refer to the external unit???s instruction manual.)

Using headphones (not included)

Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones. Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8??) stereo

Note

Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.

Auto-off function

Remote control only

When disc or tape is selected as the source

To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for ten minutes. This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX.

Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF].

???AUTO OFF??? is shown on the display.

The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off.

If you select tuner or AUX as the source, ???AUTO OFF??? goes out. It comes on again when you select disc or tape.

To cancel

Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF] again.

Convenient functions

To dim the display panel

Remote control only

Press [DIMMER].

The display is dimmed and the indicators are turned off.

(The AC supply indicator remains on.)

Press [DIMMER] again to restore the display.

Switching displays

Press [DISP, ???DEMO] to select the desired display mode.

Every time you press the button:

Normal Peak hold Reflection

(off)

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), then raise it to the required level.

Muting is also cancelled when the unit is turned off.

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RQT7834

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 contents.

To reset memory

1Disconnect the AC power supply cord. (Wait at least 3 minutes before proceeding to step 2.)

2While pressing and holding down [f/I, POWER] on the main unit, reconnect the AC power supply cord.

?????? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?????? appears on the display.

3Release [f/I, POWER].

All the settings are returned to the factory preset. You will need to reset the memory items.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION AK633 RMS output power

THD 10%, both channels driven

FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS

SECTION

87.9???107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps) 87.5???108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)

CASSETTE DECK SECTION

Fast forward and rewind time

Approx. 120 seconds with

C-60 cassette tape

DISC SECTION

Discs played [8 cm (3??) or 12 cm (5??)]

(1)CD-Audio (CD-DA)

(2)CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 formatted disc)

(3)MP3

Audio output (Disc)

Number of channels

2 (Stereo) (FL, FR)

SPEAKER SECTION

Front speakers SB-AK630

Type

3 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Frequency range 37 Hz???23 kHz (???16 dB)

44 Hz???22 kHz (???10 dB)

Dimensions (WxHxD) 240 x 330 x 230 mm

Subwoofer SB-WAK630

Type

1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Output sound pressure level

80 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 40 Hz???220 Hz (???16 dB)

45 Hz???180 Hz (???10 dB)

Dimensions (WxHxD) 240 x 330 x 267 mm

GENERAL

Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 x 330 x 341 mm

Operating temperature range

+5 to +35 ??C (+41 to +95 ??F)

Operating humidity range

5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode: 0.38 W

Note:

1.Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Mass and dimensions are approximate.

2.Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer.

3.The labels ???HIGH??? and ???LOW??? on the rear of the speakers refer to High frequency and Low frequency.

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 a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.

For a cleaner, crisper sound

Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and recording.

Use a cleaning tape (not included).

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, electric 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

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as ???the warrantor???) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (???warranty period???), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refur- bished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

During the ???Labor??? warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the ???Parts??? warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your prod- uct during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold ???as is???. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original pur- chase date is required for warranty service.

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211- 7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com

For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjust- ments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER ???LIMITED

WARRANTY COVERAGE???. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this ex- cludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF

MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warran- ty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor???s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY

ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.