Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated. RQTX0271-B_GB.indd 1 RQTX0271-B_GB.indd 1 7 May 09 Operating Instructions CD Stereo System SC-AK580 Model No. These operating instructions are applicable to the System Main unit Speakers following system. SC-AK580 SA-AK580 SB-AK780 RQTX0271-B 5/6/09 10:58:00 AM 5/6/09 10:58:00 AM...
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Safety precautions Placement Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.
Placement of speakers Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel orientation is necessary. You cannot take the front net off the speakers. Use only the supplied speakers. The combination of the main unit and speakers provide the best sound.
Making the connections Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Antenna connections Antenna connections Place the antenna where reception is best. ■ FM indoor antenna Adhesive tape Please refer to “Connecting to other external unit”...
Making the connections (continued) Optional antenna connections Optional antenna connections Use an outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor. Note: Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm. FM outdoor antenna Rear panel of this main unit...
Overview of controls Main unit Main unit Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. Buttons labelled such as 1 function in exactly the same way as the controls on the remote control (\ page 8). Display panel (9, 13) Disc trays 1 Standby/on switch [y/l] (6, 19)
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Overview of controls (continued) Remote control Remote control Buttons labelled such as 1 function in exactly the same way as the controls on the main unit (\ page 7). Disc selection (9) Numeric selection (9, 11, 12, 17) Delete function (10) Program function (10, 11) Play mode function (9, 12), Repeat function (10)
Discs Basic play Basic play Press [0, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the tray. The unit turns on, load a disc in the current tray with the label facing up. Press [0, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. Press [6, CD] to start play. You can also press [3, 1] ~ [3, 5] or [¶...
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Discs (continued) Changing multiple discs By main unit only Press [0, EXCHANGE] repeatedly to check and change multiple discs. Note: • The tray with a disc being played will not open. • If the player is stopped, all trays will open. To close the remaining trays simultaneously, press [0, OPEN/CLOSE].
Using the FM/AM radio Manual tuning Manual tuning Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”. Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. Press [4 / 1] or [¡ / ¢] to select the frequency of the required station. “ ” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
Recording to a USB mass storage device Recording to a USB mass storage device Panasonic will not be held responsible on the consumer’s action to record copyrighted music in the form of various audio fi les which results in copyright infringement.
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Recording of MP3 tracks You can record MP3 tracks stored in an album from disc to a USB device. Insert the disc you want to record. Press [6, CD] and then [7] (stop). Press [5/∞, ALBUM] to select the desired album. Press [ ¶¥8 , USB REC] to start recording.
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USB (continued) Recording mode You can select the desired recording mode before you start the basic recording ( page 12). Press [REC MODE] repeatedly to select your desired setting. 128 KBPS 192 KBPS Recording mode Effect 128 KBPS Long play mode 192 KBPS Normal mode 320 KBPS...
Using the timers Setting the clock Setting the clock This is a 24-hour clock. Press [CLOCK / TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Each time you press the button: ˚ PLAY CLOCK Original display Within 8 seconds or so Press [4 / 1] or [¡ / ¢] to set the time. Press [CLOCK / TIMER] to fi...
Using sound effects Changing the sound quality: Preset EQ Changing the sound quality: Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select your desired setting. HEAVY CLEAR SOFT FLAT (off) HALL Setting Effect HEAVY Adds punch to rock CLEAR Clarifi es higher frequencies SOFT For background music VOCAL...
Avoid interfering with other Panasonic equipment equipment Other Panasonic audio or video equipment may start functioning when you operate the unit using the supplied remote control. You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. ■ Common problems When the unit is in standby mode, the display lights up and changes continuously.
■ Unit displays “NO PLAY” • Check the content. • Only MP3 format fi les can be played. • Disconnect the USB device. Turn the unit off and then turn back on. Alternatively, format the USB device and record the desired tracks again and playback the device.
Wavelength Audio output (Disc) Number of channels FL = Front left channel FR = Front right channel Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQTX0271-B_GB.indd 20 RQTX0271-B_GB.indd 20 USB SECTION USB port USB Standard 250 W per channel (6 Ω), 1 kHz Media fi...