CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
The illustrations show SC-AK330.
Model No. SC-AK330
SC-AK333
For U.S.A.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency.
SC-AK230
Table of contents
Listening caution ................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................. 3
Supplied accessories ............................................................ 3
The remote control ................................................................ 3
Set-up ..................................................................................... 4
Turning the demo function on/off ........................................ 4
Front panel controls .............................................................. 5
Disc information .................................................................... 6
Discs ....................................................................................... 6
Basic play............................................................................. 6
Album skip play .................................................................... 7
CD display............................................................................ 7
To listen to specific discs and tracks
(Play Mode function) ......................................................... 7
Program play........................................................................ 8
Repeat play .......................................................................... 8
Marking a track .................................................................... 8
INTRO function (Album scan) .............................................. 9
Title search function ............................................................. 9
Radio .................................................................................... 10
Cassettes.............................................................................. 11
Setting the time ................................................................... 11
Timers................................................................................... 12
Sound quality/sound field ................................................... 13
Other functions .................................................................... 13
External unit connections ................................................... 13
Using an external unit ........................................................ 13
Using headphones (not included) ....................................... 13
Auto-off function ................................................................. 13
Convenient functions .......................................................... 13
Troubleshooting guide ........................................................ 14
Specifications ...................................................................... 15
Maintenance ......................................................................... 15
Product Service ................................................................... 15
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ................. Back cover
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
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
SC-AK333 is available in the U.S.A. only.
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
P PC
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
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.
4) Follow all instructions.
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.
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.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
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.
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
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts. (As of January 2005)
Remote control
transmitter ..................... 1 pc.
AM loop antenna .. 1 pc.
(N1DAAAA00001)
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(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory
Purchases” on the back cover.
• Black: (N2QAHB000050)
For U.S.A. only
• Silver: (N2QAHB000051)
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FM indoor antenna .. 1 pc.
(RSA0006-L)
AC power supply cord .. 1 pc.
(K2CB2CB00018)
• (N2QAHB000051)
Batteries for
remote control .... 2 pcs.
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• Black: (N2QAHB000045)
For U.S.A. only
• Silver: (EUR7710020)
The remote control
Batteries
Use
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
Remote control
signal sensor
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
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Transmission
window
About 7 meters in front of
the signal sensor
Do not:
mix old and new batteries.
use different types at the same time.
heat or expose to flame.
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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.
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.
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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.
Do not:
put heavy objects on the remote control.
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take the remote control apart.
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spill liquids onto the remote control.
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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.
1
(R)
(L)
4
AC power supply cord
Note
1
FM indoor antenna
Tape the antenna where
reception is best.
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
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.
Adhesive
tape
1
2
3 Speakers
Placement
Connection
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Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the
inside.
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Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way.
Blue
Gray Black
Black
Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way.
Red
Red
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Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel
orientation is necessary.
Red (+)
Black (–)
Super tweeter
Super tweeter
3
Red (+)
3
2
2
1
1
Black (–)
Blue (–)
Gray (+)
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
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You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
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play sound at high levels over extended periods.
Main unit
Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
– When playing distorted sound.
Front speaker
(left)
Front speaker
(right)
– When adjusting the sound quality.
Caution
Note
Use the speakers only with the recommended
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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.
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32˝) away from the system
for proper ventilation.
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These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place
them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily
influenced by magnetism.
Do not attach these speakers to walls or
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ceilings.
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
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Turning the demo function on/off
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.
DISP, –DEMO
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Note
DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.
Front panel controls
Main unit
1
2
Display
AC supply indicator [AC IN]
This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power
supply.
3
4
Standby/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.
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H.BASS button [H.BASS] .................................................... 13
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Super sound EQ button [SUPER SOUND EQ] ................... 13
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6
7
8
9
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Deck 1 cassette holder .........................................................11
Disc tray
Remote control signal sensor............................................... 3
CD tray open/close button [c, OPEN/CLOSE] .................... 6
CD direct play buttons [1 ~ 5] ............................................... 6
Headphone jack [PHONES] ..................................................13
Deck 2 cassette holder .........................................................11
Center console
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Display, demonstration button [DISP, –DEMO] ......... 4, 7, 13
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CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
tune/preset channel select, time adjust buttons
[g/REW/3, f/FF/4].......................................... 6, 10, 11
REW
FF
CD
TUNER
BAND
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+
,
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Tuner/band select button [TUNER, BAND] ........................ 10
CD play/pause button [:/ J, CD] .......................................... 6
Stop/program clear button [L, STOP] .................... 6, 8, 9, 11
Record button [a, REC] .......................................................11
Deck 1 open button [c DECK1].......................................... 11
AUX button [AUX] ................................................................ 13
Volume control [VOLUME DOWN, UP] ............................... 13
Tape play button [:, TAPE] ................................................ 11
Deck 2 open button [DECK2 c].......................................... 11
Deck select button [DECK 1/2] ............................................11
DISP
DEMO
STOP
TAPE
AUX
REC
DECK
1/2
DECK1
DECK2
Remote control
Buttons such as 3 function in exactly the same way as the
buttons on the main unit.
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Sleep timer + Auto off button [SLEEP, AUTO OFF] .....12, 13
Disc button [DISC] ................................................................. 7
Program button [PROGRAM] .......................................... 8, 10
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Play mode select button [PLAY MODE] ..................... 7, 10, 11
Use this for selecting CD play mode, tune mode, FM mode and
deck select.
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Repeat button [REPEAT] ....................................................... 8
Delete button [DEL] ........................................................... 8, 9
Album skip buttons [
,
, ALBUM] ................................. 7
Intro button [INTRO] .............................................................. 9
Marker memory/recall button [MARKER] ............................. 8
Shift button [SHIFT]
To use functions labeled in orange
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While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.
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For buttons [AUTO OFF], [CLOCK/TIMER] and [rPLAY/REC]
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Dimmer + Play timer/record timer button
[DIMMER, rPLAY/REC] ..................................................12, 13
CD display + Clock/timer button
[CD DISP, CLOCK/TIMER] ............................................... 7, 11
Numbered, character buttons
[X10, 1–9, 0, A-Z, SPACE!”#] ............................................ 7-10
CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
tune/preset channel select, time adjust, cursor buttons
[g, REW/3, CURSOR,
H.BASS
4
1
f, 4/FF, CURSOR ].................................................. 8-11
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1
Enter button [ENTER] ........................................................ 8, 9
Title search mode select button [TITLE SEARCH] .............. 9
Muting button [MUTING] ..................................................... 13
Preset EQ select button [PRESET EQ]............................... 13
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Disc information
Disc selection
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.
This unit can play MP3 and 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.
When making MP3 files to play on this unit
Disc format
Disc type
Audio CD
Logo
Indication used
in instructions
Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended
formats).
CD
File format
MP3 files must have the extension “.MP3” or “.mp3”.
CD-R/RW
–
CD MP3
(Depending on the
recording format A see above)
To play in a certain order
Prefix the folder and file names with 3-digit
numbers in the order you want to play them.
Files may not be recorded in numbered order if
the prefixes have different numbers of digits. For
example: 1track.mp3, 2track.mp3, 10track.mp3.
However, some writing software may also
cause recording to occur in a different order.
Example:
root
Note about using a DualDisc
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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.
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
Do not:
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use irregularly shaped discs.
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
004.mp3
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attach extra labels and stickers.
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XXXX XXXX XXXXX
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use discs with labels and stickers that
are coming off or with adhesive exuding
from under labels and stickers.
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XXXX XXXX XXXXX
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MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson
multimedia.
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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If the first session contains CD-DA recordings, the unit will play
only the recordings made in that session. The subsequent sessions
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will be ignored.
Do not:
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.
Lower case letters will be displayed as upper case.
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set the unit on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.
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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.
Discs
CD MP3
Basic play
1 Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to open
the tray.
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The unit comes on.
Pause
Load discs with label facing up.
To load discs in other trays, press [1]–[5]
to select the tray, then press [c, OPEN/
CLOSE].
Press [:/J, CD] during play.
Press again to resume play.
Current disc indicator
2 Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to close
[:/J, CD]
the tray.
Skip/Search
Press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4]
3 Press [1]–[5] to play the disc.
You can also press [:/J, CD] if the
current disc is your desired disc.
to skip.
MP3
Display when skipping in stop mode
(example):
[1]–[5]
Stop
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Current track
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AC IN
POWER
Press [L, STOP] during play.
Display when in the stop mode
(example):
MP3
CD
DIRECT
PLAY
1
2
3
4
5
“MP3”: Indicates the disc contains MP3 files
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Current album
REW
FF
TUNER
BAND
CD
During random play (A page 7), you
cannot skip to tracks already played.
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STOP
DISP
DEMO
TAPE
AUX
REC
DECK
1/2
Total number Total number
CD
Hold down during play or
pause to search.
DECK1
DECK2
of albums
of tracks
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During program play (A page 8), or
random play (A page 7), you can search
only within the track.
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Discs
To listen to specific discs and
tracks (Play Mode function)
CD MP3
a ALL-DISC: Plays all loaded discs in succession from the selected
disc to the final disc \.
b 1-SONG: Plays one selected track on the selected disc.
c 1-ALBUM: MP3 Plays one selected album on the selected disc.
d 1-DISC
DISP, –DEMO
RANDOM: Plays one selected disc in random order.
e ALL-DISC
RANDOM: CD Plays all loaded discs in random order.
f 1-DISC:
Plays one selected disc.
CD DISP
g 1-ALBUM
DISC
RANDOM: MP3 Plays one selected album in random order.
Numbered
buttons
PLAY MODE
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
:/J, CD
L, CLEAR
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.
Every time you press the button:
ALBUM ( or
)
CD
a ALL-DISC
b 1-SONG
d 1-DISC RANDOM
f 1-DISC
e ALL-DISC RANDOM
MP3
Album skip play
MP3
Remote control only
a ALL-DISC
b 1-SONG
c 1-ALBUM
d 1-DISC RANDOM
During play or stop
f 1-DISC
g 1-ALBUM RANDOM
Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the desired album.
When selecting in the stop mode (example):
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ALL-DISC RANDOM
Current album
Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
CD MP3
ALL-DISC/1-DISC/1-DISC RANDOM
Number of tracks
in current album
Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
Play starts.
MP3
1-ALBUM/1-ALBUM RANDOM
CD MP3
CD display
1 Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
You can select a desired CD display mode.
During play or pause
On the remote control: Press [CD DISP].
2 Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
Play starts from the selected album.
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Press [DISP, –DEMO].
On the main unit:
1-SONG
Every time you press the button:
CD
CD
Elapsed play time
Remaining play time
b Album title
1 Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
MP3
2 Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the
a Remaining
play time
c Track title
current disc.
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
Play starts from the selected track.
g Elapsed
f ID3 artist
name
e ID3 title
d ID3 album
MP3
play time
name
name
1 Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
Example: a Remaining play time
2 Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
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3 Press 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.
Note
CD
When track number 25 or greater is playing, remaining play time
display shows “– –:– –”.
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To stop play
Press [L, CLEAR].
MP3
When a title is longer than 8 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
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When playback ends
The current play mode will be retained in memory until it is changed
even if the unit is turned off.
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\ Final disc
For example, if play starts from disc 4, disc 3 will be the “final disc”.
Order of progression: Disc 4z5z1z2z3
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.
MP3
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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.
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Note
Titles entered with 2-byte code cannot be displayed correctly on this
unit.
You cannot use program mode together with Play Mode function.
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MP3
During 1-ALBUM mode, track skipping can only be done
within the current album.
Discs
To check program contents
Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF].
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Every time you press the button:
CD
The track number and program order are displayed:
DISC
PROGRAM
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Numbered
buttons
REPEAT
DEL
:/J, CD
Track number
Program order
L, CLEAR
CURSOR ( or ),
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f
, REW/3,
ALBUM ( or
)
, 4/FF
INTRO
ENTER
H.BASS
MP3
Program order is displayed, then album number and track
number.
TITLE SEARCH
MARKER
To add to the program
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CD
Do steps 2 and 3.
MP3
Do steps 2 ~ 4.
CD MP3
Program play
To clear the last track
Press [DEL].
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You can program up to 24 tracks.
Remote control only
CD
To clear all tracks
Press [L, CLEAR].
While “CLEAR ALL” is blinking, press the button again to clear all tracks.
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1 Press [PROGRAM].
Note
You cannot program CD-DA together with MP3 tracks.
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MP3
“PGM” appears.
The program memory is cleared when you change a disc or
open the disc tray.
2 Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
3 Select 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.
MP3
You cannot program more than one disc for MP3.
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CD MP3
Repeat play
Remote control only
4 Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
MP3
Press [REPEAT] during play.
Preparation:
“
” is displayed.
1. Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2. Press [L, CLEAR].
To cancel repeat play
Press [REPEAT] to clear “
” .
1 Press [PROGRAM].
Note
“PGM” appears.
You can use repeat mode with program play (A see left) and Play
Mode (A page 7) functions.
2 Press [ALBUM (
or
)] to select the album.
To select an album directly, press the numbered buttons
after pressing [ALBUM ( or )].
CD MP3
Marking a track
You can mark one track each on the discs loaded so that you can
start play from them later.
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.
3 Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the track.
Remote control only
To mark a 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.
1
During play or stop
Select your desired track.
(A page 6, “Basic play – Skip/Search”).
4 Press [ENTER].
Repeat steps 2 ~ 4 to program other tracks.
2 Hold down [MARKER] until “STORING” blinks on the
display.
5 Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
The selected track is stored in the marker of the current disc.
To exit program mode
Note
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode. (You can replay your program
by pressing [PROGRAM] then [:/J, CD].)
If a track is already stored in the marker, it will be replaced next time
you store a new track in the same marker.
You can do the following while “P” is displayed
To recall a marked track number in the current disc
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During play or stop
Press [MARKER] to recall a marker.
Play starts from the track recalled.
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“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.
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MP3
To cancel partway through
Press [L, CLEAR].
INTRO function (Album scan)
You can find an album by listening to the first track of all albums in the
current disc for 10 seconds each.
When there is no match for the searched keyword, the display shows
“NOT FOUND”.
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
Note
You cannot use title search function in program play or random play.
1 Press [INTRO].
INTRO function starts.
Entering characters
(INTRO function is cancelled after playing the first track in the
last album on the current disc.)
You can enter a keyword of up to 8 characters for album/track title
search. You can only enter upper case letters but the unit also searches
for lower case.
2 While your desired album is playing, press [:/J, CD].
Play continues from the first track of the album.
Remote control only
1 Press the numbered button to select the required
character.
To stop during the process, press [INTRO] or [L, CLEAR].
Note
Characters allocated to the numbered buttons:
You cannot use this function during program play or random play.
Numbered Characters
buttons
Numbered Characters
buttons
MP3
Title search function
You can search for your desired album/track with its keyword (part of
the title).
1
2
3
4
5
1
6
7
8
9
0
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
W X Y Z 9
0
A B C 2
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L 5
Album/track title search
>10
space !”#$ %&’()∗+,– ./:;=?_ `
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
You can search for “ < ” or “ > ” by entering “ ( ” or “ ) ”.
1
For album title search
Press [TITLE SEARCH]
For track title search
The characters change each time a numbered button is pressed.
For example, every time you press [2]:
once.
twice.
A
B
C
2
Press [TITLE SEARCH]
The special characters will be displayed as below:
2 Enter the characters of the keyword for the title.
(A see right: “Entering characters”)
Characters Main unit display Characters Main unit display
,
3 Press [ENTER].
!
Title search starts.
”
#
$
%
&
’
–
.
/
:
;
The matched title is displayed.
Album title search
AK330 AK333
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
=
\
(
)
?
_
Matched album title
∗
+
`
AK230
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
Some characters may not be displayed correctly due to the
recording format/software used.
\
2 Press [CURSOR
] to enter the character.
Repeat steps 1~2 to complete the keyword.
Matched album title
L
Editing keywords
Track title search
AK330 AK333
To move the cursor
Press [CURSOR ( or )].
Blinks to indicate track title search mode
\
Deleting a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be deleted.
2. Press [DEL].
Matched track title
Editing a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be edited.
2. Enter the correct character.
AK230
Blinks to indicate track title search mode
\
Matched track title
To show the matched title again
Press [ENTER].
To show the next/previous search result
Press [f, 4/FF] (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.)
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Radio
g
f
/REW/3,
/FF/4
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.
TUNER, BAND
L, STOP
DECK 1/2
a, REC
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DECK2 c
:, TAPE
:/J, CD
c DECK1
AK230
CLOCK/TIMER
DISC
PROGRAM
PLAY MODE
Numbered
buttons
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
TUNER, BAND
Pre-set the stations one at a time.
ALBUM ( or
)
g
f
, REW/3,
, 4/FF
1 Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f, 4/FF] to tune to the desired station.
2 Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f, 4/FF] to select a channel.
H.BASS
SHIFT
3 Press [PROGRAM].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset
in that channel.
Radio
Selecting channels
Manual tuning
Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
To enter a 2-digit channel, press [>10], then the two digits.
1 Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band.
The unit comes on.
AK330 AK333
AK230
Every time you press the button:
FM
AM
2 Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select
“MANUAL”.
Every time you press the button:
OR
MANUAL
PRESET
1 Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2 Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the
channel.
3 Hold 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.
Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
FM outdoor antenna
“TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
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.
75 Ω coaxial cable (not included)
Rear
1
panel
of this
unit
30mm
3
”
)
(1 /16
2
3
1
Shield braid
Core wire
15mm
To receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps
Main unit only
19
”
)
(
/
32
2
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.
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
•
•
AM outdoor antenna
Note
After changing the “allocation” setting, the frequencies you previously
preset in the memory will be cleared.
•
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload tapes while
listening to an AM broadcast.
•
5 -12m
(16 – 40ft.)
1
Preset tuning
Remote control only
Rear
panel
of this
unit
AM loop
antenna
(included)
2
There are two methods of pre-setting stations.
Automatic presetting : All the stations the tuner can receive are preset.
Manual presetting
: You can select the stations to preset and the
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other
convenient location.
Leave the loop antenna connected.
order they are preset in.
Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.
Preparation:
Press [TUNER, BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.
Note
Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
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Cassettes
Playback
You can use either deck 1 or deck 2 for tape playback.
To stop recording
Press [L, STOP].
If the tape finishes before the disc
The disc continues playing. Press [L, STOP] to stop it.
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.
To record on the other side of the tape
Turn the tape over and press [a, REC].
1 Press [:, TAPE].
Note
The unit comes on.
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.
If a cassette was loaded, play starts automatically (One touch play).
•
•
2 Press [c DECK1] or [DECK2 c] and insert the cassette.
•
Insert with the side to be played
Front side
facing towards you and the
exposed tape facing down.
Close the holder by hand.
•
Erasure prevention
3 Press [:, TAPE] to start playback.
To play on the other side of the tape, turn the tape over and press
Use a screwdriver or similar object to break out the tab.
[:, TAPE].
To stop tape playback
Press [L, STOP].
Side A
To fast-forward or rewind
Press [g/REW/3] (rewind) or [f/FF/4] (fast-forward).
Tab for side B
Tab for side A
To select between loaded decks
Press [DECK 1/2] (remote control: [PLAY MODE]).
To re-record on a protected cassette
Note
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Tape playback is momentarily interrupted if you open the other deck.
Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught
in the mechanism.
•
•
Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be
taken up before the tape is played.
Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if used
incorrectly.
•
Adhesive tape
To erase a tape
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].
•
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.
Setting the time
Preparation:
Remote control only
Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately.
This is a 12-hour clock.
1 Press [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.
1 Switch on the power.
2 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
2 Select the source to be recorded.
Radio recording:
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK
PLAY
REC
Tune in the station. (A page 10)
Disc recording:
Previous display
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
3
(Within 7 seconds or so)
Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the time.
To record programmed tracks
On page 8, “Program play”, do steps:
CD 1 ~ 3
•
4 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the
time.
The display will return to whatever was displayed before you set
MP3
1 ~ 4
the time.
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.
•
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.
MP3
3.
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,
Note
4/FF] to select the track.
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
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.
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Timers
4 Press [f] to turn the unit off.
DISP, –DEMO
The unit must be off for the timers to operate.
Headphones
(not included)
Play timer:
Play will start in the set condition at the set time
with volume increasing gradually to the set level.
•
AK330
Record timer: The unit comes on 30 seconds before the set
•
time with the volume muted.
AK333
H.BASS or
PHONES
VOLUME
AK230
To cancel the timer
Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the
display.
SUPER
SOUND EQ
a, REC
(The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on.)
AUX
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.
rPLAY/REC
DIMMER
AUTO OFF
SLEEP
CLOCK/TIMER
2. Make changes to the source or volume.
3. Do steps 3 to 4.
SHIFT
To check the settings
Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] while the unit is on to select “rPLAY”
or “rREC”.
g
f
, REW/3,
, 4/FF
H.BASS
MUTING
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.
AK330
PRESET EQ
AK333
H.BASS or
AK230
S.SOUND EQ
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.
Timers
Note
If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is functioning, the
OFF time setting will not be activated.
•
Using the play/record timer
Remote control only
If you selected AUX as the source, when the timer comes on, the
•
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).
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.)
The play and record timers cannot be used together.
Preparations:
Using the sleep timer
Remote control only
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
This timer turns the unit off after a set time.
•
radio station (A page 10) or select the aux source (A page 13).
While enjoying the desired source:
Press [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes).
1 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer
function.
Every time you press the button:
SLEEP 30
SLEEP 60
SLEEP 90
SLEEP 120
SLEEP OFF
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK
PLAY
REC
Previous display
To cancel the sleep timer
Press [SLEEP] to select “SLEEP OFF”.
rPLAY: to set the play timer
rREC: to set the record timer
(Proceed to the next step within 8 seconds)
To confirm the remaining time
Press [SLEEP] once.
The remaining time is shown for about 5 seconds.
2 ON time setting
1 Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to set the time.
2 Press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/TIMER].
To change the setting
OFF time setting
Press [SLEEP] to select the new setting.
Repeat steps 1 and 2.
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.
3 Press [SHIFT] + [rPLAY/REC] to display the timer
indicator.
Note
Every time you press the button:
The sleep timer will be turned off when you start recording.
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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Sound quality/sound field
AK330 AK333
Enhancing the bass sound
Using the built-in sound quality/sound
field settings
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.
Remote control only
Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.
Every time you press the button:
Press [H.BASS].
The button light comes on.
Press the button again to cancel.
The button light goes out.
HEAVY
SOFT
CLEAR
DISCO
LIVE
HALL
EQ-OFF
(cancelled)
HEAVY (sound quality) : Adds punch to rock
SOFT (sound quality) : For background music
Enhancing the sound quality
You can enhance the bass and treble effect of the sound.
AK230
CLEAR (sound quality): Clarifies higher sounds
Press [SUPER SOUND EQ].
Remote control: Press [S.SOUND EQ].
The button light comes on.
Press the button again to cancel.
The button light goes out.
DISCO (sound field)
: Produces sound with the same kind of
lengthy reverberations heard at a disco
: Makes vocals more alive
LIVE (sound field)
HALL (sound field)
: Adds an expansiveness to the sound to
produce the atmosphere of a great concert
hall
Note
YoucannotusePRESETEQtogetherwithH.BASS(
)
AK330 AK333
or SUPER SOUND EQ (
).
AK230
Other functions
External unit connections
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.
Rear panel of
R
L
this unit
Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF].
“AUTO OFF” is shown on the display.
(R)
(L)
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.
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.
•
•
To cancel
Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF] again.
When units other than those described above are to be connected,
please consult your audio dealer.
•
Convenient functions
To dim the display panel
Using an external unit
Remote control only
(See above for external unit connection.)
Press [DIMMER].
1. Press [AUX].
The display is dimmed and the indicator is turned off.
(The AC supply indicator remains on.)
Press [DIMMER] again to restore the display.
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.)
Switching displays
AK330 AK333
Press [DISP, –DEMO] to select the desired display mode.
Every time you press the button:
Using headphones (not included)
Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones.
Normal
Peak hold
(off)
Reflection
Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo
Note
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
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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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following 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, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on the back cover if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the
“Product information” on page 15 if you reside in Canada.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers 4.
Common Problems
Although the unit is in
standby mode, the display
lights up and changes
continuously.
Turn off the demo function. 4
If you set the clock, demo function will be turned off automatically. !
No sound.
Sound stops.
Turn the volume up.
Switch off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on. Causes include shorting of
the positive and negative speaker wires, straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power,
and using the unit in a hot environment.
Sound is unfixed, reversed or
comes from one speaker
only.
Check the speaker connections. 4
Humming heard during play.
An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and cords away
from this unit’s cables.
“ERROR” is displayed.
Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
“– –:– –” appears on the
display at standby mode.
You plugged the AC power supply cord in for the first time or there was a power failure recently. Set the
time. !
“F61” is displayed.
Check and correct the speaker cords connection. 4
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
Listening to the radio
Noise is heard.
Use an outdoor antenna. 0
The stereo indicator flickers
or doesn’t light.
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard.
Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
A low hum is heard during
AM broadcasts.
Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.
When there is a television set nearby
The picture on the TV
disappears or stripes
appear on the screen.
The location and orientation of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, change to
an outdoor antenna.
The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the TV set from the unit.
Using the cassette deck
Poor quality sound.
Clean the heads. %
Recording is not possible.
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !
Playing discs
The display is wrong or
play won’t start.
The disc may be upside down. 6
Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or non-standard.
Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait for about an
hour for it to clear and try again.
Cannot perform all-disc
random play.
All-disc random mode cannot be used for MP3 discs. Change the disc or select another play mode. 7
The disc may be scratched, or its data may be defective. Replace the disc.
The total number of tracks
displayed differs each time
the same disc is inserted.
Unusual sound is heard.
The disc was incompletely formatted. Use the recording equipment to fully format the disc before recording.
The unit cannot display the remaining play time for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
CD-RW cannot be read.
“VBR–” is displayed
instead of the remaining
play time.
There is a problem with the disc mechanism. (A power failure may have occurred.)
The tray will open automatically. Remove the disc from the tray, and after ensuring there is no disc in the tray,
close it. The unit will make the disc changing noises for a few moments and then it should operate normally.
“TAKE OUT/DISC” appears
on the display.
Remote control
Remote control doesn’t
work.
Check that the batteries are inserted correctly. 3
Replace the batteries if they are worn.
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
1
Disconnect the AC power supply cord. (Wait at least 3 minutes before proceeding to step 2)
While pressing and holding down [f/I, POWER] on the main unit, reconnect the AC power supply cord.
“– – – – – – – – –” appears on the display.
2
3
Release [f/I, POWER].
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All the settings are returned to the factory preset.
You will need to reset the memory items.
Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION AK330
FTC output power
CASSETTE DECK SECTION
SPEAKER SECTION AK230
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker(s)
Woofer
Tweeter
Track system
4 track, 2 channel
THD 10%, both channels driven
100 Hz–3 kHz
Heads
16 cm (61/2˝) cone type
6 cm (23/8˝) cone type
5 Ω
Record/playback Solid permalloy head
(Low channel) 64 W per channel (5 Ω)
3 kHz–10 kHz
Erasure
Motor
Recording system
Erasing system
Tape speed
Double gap ferrite head
DC servo motor
Impedance
Input power (IEC)
(High channel) 60 W per channel (5 Ω)
AC bias 100 kHz
AC erase 100 kHz
4.8 cm/s (17/8 ips)
100 W (Max)
Total Bi-Amp power
RMS output power
THD 10%, both channels driven
1 kHz
248 W
Output sound pressure level
81 dB/W (1.0 m)
4 kHz
Overall frequency response
(+3 dB, –6 dB at DECK OUT)
NORMAL
Cross over frequency
(Low channel) 90 W per channel (5 Ω)
10 kHz
Frequency range 35 Hz–28 kHz (–16 dB)
35 Hz–14 kHz
50 Hz–26 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 220 x 330 x 201 mm
(821/32˝ x 13˝ x 729/32˝)
S/N
50 dB (A weighted)
0.18% (WRMS)
(High channel) 90 W per channel (5 Ω)
Wow and flutter
Total Bi-Amp power
360 W
Fast forward and rewind time
Mass
2.7 kg (6.0 lb.)
Approx. 120 seconds with
C-60 cassette tape
AMPLIFIER SECTION AK333
FTC output power
GENERAL
Power supply
THD 10%, both channels driven
100 Hz–3 kHz
DISC SECTION
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Discs played [8 cm (3˝) or 12 cm (5˝)]
Power consumption
(Low channel) 59 W per channel (5 Ω)
3 kHz–10 kHz
(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)
AK330 AK333 : 238 W
(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 formatted
(High channel) 58 W per channel (5 Ω)
AK230 : 165 W
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 x 330 x 341 mm
(927/32˝ x 13˝ x 137/16˝)
disc)
(3) MP3
Bit rate
Total Bi-Amp power
RMS output power
THD 10%, both channels driven
1 kHz
234 W
MP3
32 kbps–320 kbps
Mass
AK330 AK333 : 7.1 kg (15.7 lb.)
: 6.9 kg (15.2 lb.)
(Low channel) 85 W per channel (5 Ω)
10 kHz
Sampling frequency
MP3
CD
Decoding
Digital filter
D/A converter
Pickup
AK230
Operating temperature range
+5 to +35 °C (+41 to +95°F)
Operating humidity range
5 to 90% RH (no condensation)
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
44.1 kHz
(High channel) 85 W per channel (5 Ω)
Total Bi-Amp power
340 W
16 bit linear
8 fs
AMPLIFIER SECTION AK230
FTC output power
THD 10%, both channels driven
100 Hz – 10 kHz
MASH (1 bit DAC)
Wavelength
Beam Source
780 nm
Power consumption in standby mode
Semiconductor laser
69 W per channel (5 Ω)
AK330 AK333 : 0.38 W
Total FTC power
138 W
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels
RMS output power
AK230
: 0.34 W
THD 10%, both channels driven
2 (Stereo) (FL, FR)
1 kHz
Total RMS power
100 W per channel (5 Ω)
200 W
Note:
SPEAKER SECTION AK330 AK333
1. Specifications are subject to change
Type
without notice.
FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
3 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by
the digital spectrum analyzer.
Preset station
FM 15 stations
AM 15 stations
Speaker(s)
Woofer
Tweeter
16 cm (61/2˝) cone type
6 cm (23/8˝) cone type
Piezo type
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range
Super tweeter
Impedance
HIGH
AK330
AK333
3.
The labels “HIGH” and
87.9 – 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps)
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)
“LOW” on the rear of the speakers refer
to High frequency and Low frequency.
5 Ω
5 Ω
Sensitivity
S/N 26 dB
2.5 ØV (IHF)
LOW
2.2 ØV
Input power (IEC)
HIGH
Antenna terminal(s) 75 Ω (unbalanced)
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
Frequency range
90 W (Max)
90 W (Max)
LOW
Output sound pressure level
520 – 1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Sensitivity
83 dB/W (1.0 m)
2.6 kHz, 10 kHz
Cross over frequency
S/N 20 dB (at 1000 kHz)
560 ØV/m
Frequency range 37 Hz–23 kHz (–16 dB)
44 Hz–22 kHz (–10 dB)
Audio performance (Amplifier)
Input sensitivity/Input impedance
Dimensions (WxHxD) 240 x 330 x 230 mm
Aux
Phone jack
Terminal
250 mV, 14.7 kΩ
(97/16˝ x 13˝ x 91/16˝)
Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8˝) jack
Mass
3.2 kg (7.1 lb.)
Maintenance
For a cleaner, crisper sound
If the surfaces are dirty
Clean the heads regularly to assure good quality playback and
recording.
Use a cleaning tape (not included).
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.
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by
4. Safety check —After repairs or service, ask the servicer to
perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working
condition.
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
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
(e)The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on the
back page.
2. Servicing —Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that
described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing
to authorized servicing personnel.
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care
Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca),
or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
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.
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RQT7790
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Audio Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
Carry-In or Mail-In Service
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.
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-
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.
Product or Part Name
Parts
Labor
Audio Products (except items listed below)
One (1) year
One (1) year
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer
Card Adapters
One (1) year
Not Applicable
(in exchange for defective item)
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges,
Microphones, Adapters
Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days
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.
Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/-RAM Discs
(in exchange for defective item)
Ten (10) days
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery
Packs (in exchange for defective item)
Ninety (90) days
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.
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.
Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and
Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
or, contact us via the web at:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
or, send your request by E-mail to:
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Services Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910
Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
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