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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 systems.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions
are of SC-AK510.
System SC-AK610 SC-AK510 SC-AK410 SC-AK403
Main unitSA-AK610 SA-AK510 SA-AK410 SA-AK403
Front speakersSB-AK610 SB-AK510 SB-AK410 SB-AK410
SubwooferSB-WAK610 -“ -“ -“
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................. 3
Listening caution............................................................... 3
Product Service................................................................. 3
Supplied accessories........................................................ 4
Placement of speakers...................................................... 4
The remote control............................................................ 4
Set-up................................................................................. 5
Front panel controls.......................................................... 6
The radio: manual tuning.................................................. 7
The radio: preset tuning................................................... 7
CDs ..................................................................................... 8
How discs with MP3/WMA differ from CDs................... 10
CD play mode function for MP3/WMA............................ 10
Album skip play.............................................................. 11
Track skip play............................................................... 11
INTRO function (Album scan)........................................ 11
Program play for MP3/WMA.......................................... 11
Starting play from a desired track in a desired album.... 12
Title search function....................................................... 12
Marking a track.............................................................. 13
CD display for MP3/WMA.............................................. 13
Cassettes.......................................................................... 14
Sound quality/sound field............................................... 14
Recording......................................................................... 14
Optional antenna connections....................................... 15
External unit connections............................................... 15
Using an external unit..................................................... 15
Using headphones (not included).................................. 15
Turning the demo function off........................................ 16
Convenient functions...................................................... 16
Auto-off function.............................................................. 16
Setting the time............................................................... 16
Using the timers.............................................................. 17
Troubleshooting guide.................................................... 18
Maintenance..................................................................... 18
Specifications.................................................................. 19
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.).............Back cover
Customer Services Directory
(ONLY FOR U.S.A.).........................................Back cover
Table of contents
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 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
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:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
For SC-AK410 sold in Canada
Except for U.S.A.
Inside of product
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Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit youve just pur-
chased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now its time to
consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equip-
ment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associ-
ations 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 you to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing comfort level
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds normal can
actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
-Start your volume control at a low setting.
-Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
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. 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 manufacturers 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.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.
Listening caution
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.
Product Service
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at
1-800-211-7262, or e-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.
4. Safety check-After repairs or service, ask the servicer to
perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working
condition.
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 users 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.
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