CD Stereo System Operating Instructions Model No. SC-AK600 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. For U.S.A. only The servicenter list and warranty can be found on pages 29 and 30.
Table of contents Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before using These operating instructions are applicable to the following system. System SC-AK600 Main unit SA-AK600 Front SB-AK600 Center SB-PC93 Surround SB-PS90 Speakers The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.: Convenient functions ............................................ Using headphones (not included) ........................ Turning DEMO off .................................................. Auto-off function .................................................... Setting the time...................................................... Using the timers .................................................... 22 22 23 23 23 24 Using the play/record timer ..................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Before using Safety 1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of the type described in these instructions or as marked on the unit. 2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where one blade is wider than the other.
Installation A A Front speaker (left) Front speaker (right) Placement of front speakers Place so that the subwoofers face out. Note • Keep your speakers at least 10mm (13/32") away from the system for proper ventilation. • The subwoofers are located on the sides of the speakers. B Subwoofers Before using Leave 10-cm clearance for them to be effective. Placement of center/surround speakers Center speaker (SB-PC93) The small speaker with the short cord is the center speaker.
Connections Basic connections (for supplied accessories) 2 1 • • Plug the AC power supply cord into a household AC outlet only after all other connections have been made. To prepare the antenna wires and speaker cords, twist the vinyl cover tip and pull off. Before using 3 1 4 Connect the 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.
Location of controls No. Name Ref. page 1 AC supply indicator (AC IN) This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power supply. 2 Standby/on switch (f/I, POWER) Before using 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. 3 Record button (a REC) ............................................. 17 4 Headphone jack (PHONES) ......................................
30 23 SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER PLAY REC 31 2 1 2 3 DISC 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 Before using 32 24 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL CH SELECT CH H LE VE VEL PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER 25 26 DIGITAL-IN AUX TUNER TAPE CD DELAY DE AY PL REW FF 34 20 9, 19 SUBWOOFER S.
Playing discs 3 1 This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) format audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized (a process that enables 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. 1 Press [c OPEN/CLOSE] button. The unit will come on automatically and the tray opens.
RQT6243 Disc operations A B 1 2
Playing discs 3 PLAY REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL DIGITAL-IN AUX DISC CH SELECT CH H LE VE VEL PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE CD DELAY DE AY PL REW SUBWOOFER S.SOUND EQ FF 2 1 4 PRESETT EQ MU MUTING VOLUME Program play Remote control only You can select up to 24 tracks to play in the order you choose. Preparation: Press [ CD :/ J ] and then [L]. 1 2 Press [PROGRAM]. 3 Select the track with the numbered buttons.
Playing discs SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER 1 2 3 DISC 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 TEST EST DISPL AY DIS DIGITAL-IN AUX CH SELECT CH H LE VE VEL PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE CD DELAY DE AY PL 3 REW SUBWOOFER S.SOUND EQ FF PRESETT EQ MU MUTING Disc operations VOLUME Other modes of play (CD Play Mode function) PLAY REC 2 1 4 Remote control only This function makes it easier for you to select specific CDs and tracks from those loaded in the player.
The radio: manual tuning 1 Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band. The unit comes on automatically. Every time you press the button: FM ↔ AM 1 2 4 Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select “MANUAL”. Every time you press the button: MANUAL ↔ PRESET 3 3 SLEEP CLOCK AUTO OFF TIMER PLAY REC 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 1 TEST DISPL AY DIGITAL-IN AUX TUNER TAPE “TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned. “ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
The radio: preset tuning Remote control only 7 8 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL CH SELECT DIMME DI MER SUBWOOFER 9 0 CH H LE VEL VE There are two methods of presetting stations. Automatic presetting : All the stations the tuner can receive are preset. Manual presetting : You can select the stations to preset and the order they are preset in. Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands. Preparation: Press [TUNER] to select “FM” or “AM”.
Cassette tapes 1 Press [c OPEN] and insert the cassette. The unit comes on automatically. Close the holder by hand. 2 3 2 3 1 Adjust the volume. To stop the tape Press [L STOP, –DEMO]. To play on the other side of the tape Turn the tape over and press [: TAPE]. STOP, DEMO 1 Press [: TAPE] to start play. A To fast-forward and rewind Press [g, 3/REW] (rewind) or [f, 4/FF] (fast-forward). Forward side OPEN Cassette tape selection and care Use normal position tapes.
Before recording A To protect tapes against further recording Selection of tapes for recording Use normal position tapes. High position and metal position tapes can be used, but the unit will not be able to record or erase them correctly. Side A Tab for side B A Tab for side A Erasure prevention The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown.
A Recording discs You can use 1-DISC/ALL-DISC/1-SONG mode (A page 12) to make recordings. Preparations: • Do the preparatory steps (A page 16). • Insert the disc(s) you want to record (A page 9). Press [:/ J CD] and then [L STOP, –DEMO]. 1-DISC/ALL-DISC recording 1 Do steps 1 to 2 on page 12. Ensure CD is stopped. STOP, DEMO 2 Press [a REC] to start recording. The CD starts. 1-SONG recording Do steps 1 to 3 on page 12. A Press [a REC] to start recording. The CD starts.
A Using the built-in sound quality settings Press [PRESET EQ] to select the sound quality. SUPER SOUND EQ Every time you press the button: HEAVY PRESET EQ SOFT CLEAR VOCAL EQ-OFF HEAVY : Select this when playing rock or other kinds of music that sounds better with an added punch. SOFT : Select this when listening to background music. CLEAR : Select this for jazz or other kinds of music for which clarity in the treble range is desired. VOCAL : Select this to add gloss to vocals.
Enjoying surround sound The following chart gives a summary of this unit’s surround features. Note • All the features are only effective if speakers are used. No discernible effect will be heard through headphones. • None of the features are effective when radio is selected as the source. • You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these surround systems are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the surround system off. DOLBY DIGITAL Features Software • Dolby Digital is a discrete 5.
Enjoying surround sound DIGITAL INPUT 1/2 A DOLBY DIGITAL Preparation: Do step 1 on page 27, A.. pPL Play a DOLBY DIGITAL source from the external unit. “ p DIGITAL” is displayed. B 1 DOLBY PRO LOGIC Press [p PL] to select “NORMAL” OR “PHANTOM”.
Enjoying surround sound SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER PLAY REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 CH SELECT CH H LE VEL VE PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE S.SOUND EQ Speaker level adjustments FF Remote control only PRESETT EQ MU MUTING VOLUME If the level of the speakers appears to be different while listening to a source, adjust the level of the speakers to the same apparent level. 1 Press [SHIFT] + [TEST] to output a test signal.
Convenient functions SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 1 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL DIGITAL-IN AUX A PLAY REC Remote control only CH SELECT CH H LE VEL VE PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE CD DIMMER REW SUBWOOFER S.SOUND EQ FF PRESETT EQ MU MUTING The display is dimmed and all indicators, except for the [AC IN] indicator, are turned off for better television viewing. Press [DIMMER].
A SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER PLAY REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL DIGITAL-IN AUX DISC –AUTO OFF CH SELECT CH H LE VEL VE PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE CD DELAY DE AY PL REW SUBWOOFER S.
Using the timers 1• 2 • 3 SLEEP CL CK CLOCK AUTO TO OFF TIMER 5 PLAY REC 1 2 3 DISC 4 5 6 10 8 9 0 7 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL DIGITAL-IN AUX Remote control only 4 The timer has two functions. It can be set to on at a certain time to wake you up, or it can be set to record the radio. The play timer cannot be used in combination with the record timer. Preparations: • Turn the unit on and set the clock (A page 23).
Using the timers Using the play/record timer CLOCK/TIMER PLAY REC 2 3 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 1 TEST EST DIS AY DISPL DIGITAL-IN AUX DISC CH SELECT CH H LE VE VEL PL AY MODE PROGR AM DIMME DI MER TUNER UNER TAPE PE CD DELAY DE AY PL REW SUBWOOFER S.SOUND EQ FF PRESETT EQ MU MUTING VOLUME To change the timer Press [rPLAY/REC] to select the desired timer. Every time the button is pressed the setting changes as follows.
Using other equipment A Record player (not included) Rear panel Connecting other equipment • Turn the unit off before making connections. • Refer to the manual of the other unit for details. AUDIO OUT R (Cables and equipment not included.) L AUX 1 ARecord player Sound cannot be produced unless a phono equalizer (not included) is connected. A record player with a built-in phono equalizer is recommended.
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Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem: In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail 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.
Reference Servicenter List (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.
About discs A A a Disc selection Choose discs with this mark: Do not; • use irregularly shaped discs (a). • attach extra labels and stickers. • use discs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhe- b sive exuding from under labels and stickers (b). • 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.
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION CASSETTE DECK SECTION Power output 10% THD, both channels driven 75 Hz SUBWOOFER 78 W (Total effective impedance: 4 Ω) 1 kHz FRONT 48 W per ch (6 Ω) CENTER 54 W (8 Ω) SURROUND 46 W per ch (8 Ω) Total power in stereo mode (FRONT and SUBWOOFER) 174 W Total power in DOLBY DIGITAL mode 320 W Power output 10% THD, both channels driven 55 Hz–100 Hz SUBWOOFER 55 W (Total effective impedance: 4 Ω) 100 Hz–15 kHz FRONT 40 W per ch (6 Ω) CENTER 45 W (8 Ω) SURROUND 35 W per ch (8 Ω) T
