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Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-PM38

Operations in these instructions are described using

remote control, but you can do the operations with the

main unit if the controls are the same.

Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.

RQTX0215-1B

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,

please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

These operating instructions are applicable to the

following system.

System SC-PM38

Main unit SA-PM38

Speakers SB-PM48

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Caution for AC mains lead .......................................... 2

Safety precautions ...................................................... 3

Placement of speakers ................................................ 3

Simple setup ................................................................ 4

Preparing the remote control ..................................... 5

DEMO function ............................................................. 5

Overview of controls ................................................... 6

Discs ............................................................................. 8

Using the FM/AM radio .............................................. 10

Using the timer .......................................................... 11

Using sound effects .................................................. 12

Using other equipment ............................................. 13

Troubleshooting guide .............................................. 15

Specifications ............................................................ 17

Maintenance ............................................................... 17

Table of contents

Note

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000429)

2 x Remote control batteries

1 x AC mains lead

(K2CZ3YY00005)

1 x AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00001)

1 x FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-M) (RSAX0002)

Please check and identify the supplied

accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking

for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of

January 2009. These may be subject to change.)

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

SC-PM38EB.indb 1 2/25/2009 4:52:06 PM

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Operating Instructions CD Stereo System Model No. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2009. These may be subject to change.
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Caution for AC mains lead ENGLISH For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
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Safety precautions Placement of speakers Placement Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used. AC mains lead protection Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
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Simple setup Making the connections ENGLISH Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Connect the speaker cables. R Connect the FM indoor antenna. Adhesive tape L FM indoor antenna Insert fully 4 4 Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position with the least amount of interference. To household mains socket Connect the AM loop antenna. Connect the AC mains lead. READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.
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Simple setup (continued) Optional antenna connections FM outdoor antenna (not included) AM outdoor antenna (not included) 5 to 12 m AM loop antenna (included) ENGLISH AM outdoor antenna FM outdoor antenna 75 Ω coaxial cable (not included) • • • • Never use an outdoor antenna during a lightning storm. You can connect the FM outdoor antenna for better reception. Please consult your dealer for installation. Disconnect the FM indoor antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is installed.
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Overview of controls Main unit ENGLISH Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. Top of unit Headphone jack ( ) Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones. Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Plug type: Ø3.5 mm stereo (not included) iPod dock Display panel  Bass/Treble selection (12) Remote control sensor  D.
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Overview of controls (continued) Remote control Remote control Power on/off (8, 11) Dimmer Numeric (8, 9, 10, 14) To select a 2-digit number e.g. 16: [≧10]  [1]  [6] To select a 3-digit number e.g.
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Discs Basic play ENGLISH CD MP3 1 2 Press [^] to turn the unit on. Press [;, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and then load the disc. Press [;, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the tray. This function allows you to display the information of the current track. Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause mode. CD Elapsed play time Label must face upward Disc tray 3 4 skip tracks search through tracks CD skip album MP3 Elapsed play time Action Press [g]. Press [CD q/h]. Press again to resume play.
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Discs (continued) Note This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks. CD 1 2 3 4 Press [CD q/h] and then [g]. Press [PROGRAM]. Press the numeric buttons to select your desired track. Repeat this step to program other tracks. Press [CD q/h] to start play. MP3 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press [CD q/h] and then [g]. Press [PROGRAM]. Press [e,r] to select your desired album. Press [u/t] or [y/i] once and then the numeric buttons to select your desired track. Press [OK]. Repeat steps 3 to 5 to program other tracks.
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Using the FM/AM radio TUNE FM/AM MODE ENGLISH Manual tuning 1 2 3 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”. Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the frequency of the required station. Memory preset FM/AM Up to 30 stations can be set in the FM band and 15 stations in the AM band. Preparation Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”. AUTO PRESET Automatic presetting “ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
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Using the timer To activate the timer 5 zPLAY This is a 24-hour clock. 1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Each time you press the button: CLOCK zPLAY 2 3 6 Original display Within 5 seconds, press [u/t] or [y/i] to set the time. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] again to confirm. Displaying the clock Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to display the clock for a few seconds. Note The clock may lose or gain minutes over a period of time. Readjust as necessary.
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Using sound effects Enhancing the bass ENGLISH Selecting sound effects You can change the sound effect by selecting Preset EQ or adjusting the bass or treble effect. Enables you to enjoy the powerful bass effect. Press [D.BASS] to turn the D.BASS function on/off. Note The actual effect depends on the music source. Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select your desired setting.
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Using other equipment iPod Open the lid of the Built-in Dock for iPod. Insert the suitable dock adapter for your iPod. Insert your iPod into the dock. • Reduce the volume of the main unit to minimum before connecting/disconnecting the iPod. • Hold the main unit when connecting/disconnecting the iPod. • Recharging starts when the iPod is inserted. Dock adapter (not included) Push the lid gently iPod (not included) Note It is recommended to use the dock adapter from Apple.
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Using other equipment (continued) ENGLISH USB mass storage class device The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play MP3 tracks from USB mass storage class. Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer) Preparation Before connecting any USB mass storage device to the unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up. It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The device connected via the cable will not be recognised by this unit. BASS TREBLE D.
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Using other equipment (continued) Changing the remote control code Change the main unit’s code Change the remote control’s code Preparation Ensure disc tray is empty. Press and hold [OK] and [2] (or [1]) on the remote control for at least 2 seconds. Press and hold [CD q/h] on the main unit and then press and hold [2] (or [1]) on the remote control. “REMOTE 2” (or “REMOTE 1”) is displayed.
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Troubleshooting guide (continued) ENGLISH When there is a television set nearby The picture on the TV disappears or stripes appear on the screen. • The location and direction of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to an outdoor antenna (➡ page 5). • The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit. Playing discs The display is wrong or play won’t start. • • • • The disc may be upside down (➡ page 8). Wipe the disc.
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 AMPLIFIER SECTION  CD SECTION RMS Output Power Stereo Mode Disc played [8 cm or 12 cm] Front Ch (both channel driven) (1) CD-Audio (CD-DA) 20 W per channel (4 Ω), (2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3) 1 kHz, 10% THD (3) MP3 Phone jack Pickup Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm Wavelength 785 nm Laser power CLASS I (CD)  TUNER SECTION Audio output (Disc) Preset station FM 30 stations Number of channels AM 15 stations FL, FR, 2 channel Frequency Modulation (FM) Frequency range  USB SECTION 87.50 MHz to 108.
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ENGLISH 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. Back of product 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.
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These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
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EU Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany SC-PM38EB.