Do the procedures with the remote control. You can
also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the
same.
Your system and the illustrations can look differently.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following
system.
Safety precautions
WARNING!
Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or
splashing.
– Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on this unit.
– Use only the recommended accessories.
– Do not remove covers.
– Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
• Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
CAUTION!
Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit
is well ventilated.
– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
– Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted
candles, on this unit.
• Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this
unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the
socket outlet immediately.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused by
mobile telephones during use. If such interference
occurs, please increase separation between this unit and
the mobile telephone.
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments
or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Battery
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
• When disposing the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows
closed.
• Do not break open or short-circuit the battery.
• Do not charge the alkaline or manganese battery.
• Do not use the battery if the cover has peeled off.
• Remove the battery if you do not use the remote control
for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.
– If you see this symbol –
Supplied accessories
Check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 x AC mains lead
1 x AM loop antenna
1 x FM indoor antenna
1 x Remote control battery
1 x Remote control
(N2QAYB000850)
System SC-AKX56
Main unit SA-AKX56
Speakers SB-AKX76
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European
Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
for the correct method of disposal.

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No. SC-AKX56
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site: http://panasonic.net

© Panasonic Corporation 2013
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PSet the play menu item
QInternal memory playlist operation
RSelect the option
SSet the edit mode for USB and internal memory
TInternal memory playlist direct buttons
Press and hold to add a track to the corresponding playlist.
Press to select the playlist.
URemote control sensor
Distance: Within approximately 7 m
Angle: Approximately 20° up and down, 30° left and right
VUSB port ( )
USB recording indicator
WDisplay panel
XBrowse playlist of the internal memory
Browse tracks or albums
Turn [CONTROL] to browse the track.
Press [4/9] to start playback from the selection.
Press [ALBUM/TRACK] to select album or track and then turn [CONTROL] to browse.
Press [4/9] to start playback from the selection.
Set the illumination effect
Press and hold [– ILLUMINATION] and then turn [CONTROL] to select the desired
setting.
YOpen or close the disc tray
ZMusic port jack
aDisc tray
MUSIC PORT
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TUNE MODE
ALBUM/TRACK
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Specifications
Amplifier section
RMS output power stereo mode
Front Hi 250 W per channel (3 ȍ), 1 kHz, 30% THD
Front Lo 250 W per channel (3 ȍ), 100 Hz, 30% THD
Total RMS stereo mode power 1000 W (30% THD)
Tuner, terminals section
Preset station FM 30 stations
AM 15 stations
Frequency modulation (FM)
Frequency range
87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz step)
Antenna terminals 75 ȍ (unbalanced)
Amplitude modulation (AM)
Frequency range 522 kHz to 1629 kHz (9 kHz step)
520 kHz to 1630 kHz (10 kHz step)
Music port (front)
Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 kȍ
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
AUX input Pin jack
Disc section
Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)
CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 )
Pick up
Wavelength 790 nm (CD)
Audio output (disc)
Number of channels 2 ch (FL, FR)
FL = Front left channel
FR = Front right channel
MPEG-1 Layer 3
Internal memory section
Memory
Memory size 2 GB
Media file format support MP3 (*.mp3)
Memory recording
Bit rate 128 kbps
Memory recording speed 1x, 3x max (CD only)
Recording file format MP3 (*.mp3)
Capacity of total songs recorded 510 songs
(use 128 kbps, approximately 1 song = 4 mins)
USB section
USB port
USB standard USB 2.0 full speed
Media file format support MP3 (*.mp3)
USB device file system FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
USB port power 500 mA (max)
Bit rate 16 kbps to 320 kbps (playback)
USB recording
Bit rate 128 kbps
USB recording speed 1x, 3x max (CD only)
Recording file format MP3 (*.mp3)
Speaker section
Type 3 way, 3 speaker system (bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)
Super Woofer 20 cm cone type
Woofer 8 cm cone type
Tweeter 6 cm cone type
Impedance High 3 ȍ / Low 3 ȍ
Output sound pressure 86 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range 42 Hz to 28 kHz (–16 dB)
46 Hz to 23 kHz (–10 dB)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 300 mm x 401 mm x 268 mm
Mass 5.5 kg
General
Power supply AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 108 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 220 mm x 334 mm x 250 mm
Mass 3.3 kg
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C
Operating humidity range
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Note:
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
• Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital
spectrum analyzer.
Power consumption in standby mode
0.3 W (approximate)
Placement of speakers
Put the speakers so that the tweeter is on the outside.
Use only the supplied speakers.
You can cause damage to the system and decrease the
sound quality if you use other speakers.
Note:
• Keep your speakers more than 10 mm from the main unit
for ventilation.
• Put the speakers on a flat safe surface.
• These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not
put them near TVs, PCs or other equipment easily
influenced by magnetism.
• When you play at high levels for a long period, it can
cause damage to the speakers and decrease the life of
the speakers.
• Decrease the volume in these conditions to prevent
damage:
– When the sound is distorted.
– When you adjust the sound quality.
Sound and illumination effects
Sound effects
Illumination effects
By main unit only
You can change the illumination colour on this system.
1Press and hold [– ILLUMINATION].
2Within 5 seconds, turn [CONTROL] to select the
desired setting.
CAUTION!
•Use the speakers only with the recommended
system. If not, you can cause damage to the
amplifier and speakers and can cause a fire.
Consult an approved service personnel if damage
occurs or if there is a sudden apparent change in
performance.
•Do the procedures included in these instructions
when you attach the speakers.
Tweeter
BASS
MID
TREBLE
1. Press [SOUND] to select “BASS”,
“MID” or “TREBLE”.
2. Press [Y, U] to adjust the level
(-4 to +4).
Using the main unit
1. Press [MANUAL EQ] to select
“BASS”, “MID” or “TREBLE”.
2. Press [2/3] or [5/6] to
adjust the level.
SURROUND 1. Press [SOUND] to select
“SURROUND”.
2. Press [Y, U] to select
“ON SURROUND” or
“OFF SURROUND”.
INPUT LEVEL
(For music port
source)
1. Press [SOUND] to select
“INPUT LEVEL”.
2. Press [Y, U] to select “NORMAL”
or “HIGH”.
Note:
Select “NORMAL” if the sound is
distorted during “HIGH” input level.
SUPERWOOFER 1. Press [SOUND] to select
“SUPERWOOFER”.
2. Press [Y, U] to select “SW1”,
“SW2”, “SW3” or “OFF”.
Using the main unit
1. Press and hold
[–SUPER WOOFER].
2. Press [2/3] or [5/6] to
select the desired setting.
RE-MASTER 1. Press [SOUND] to select
“RE-MASTER”.
2. Press [Y, U] to select
“ON RE-MASTER” or
“OFF RE-MASTER”.
D.BASS 1. Press [SOUND] to select
“D.BASS”.
2. Press [Y, U] to select
“ON D.BASS”, “AUTO D.BASS”
or “OFF D.BASS”.
Using the main unit
Press [D.BASS] to select
“ON D.BASS”, “AUTO D.BASS” or
“OFF D.BASS”.
PRESET EQ Press [PRESET EQ] to select
“HEAVY”, “SOFT”, “CLEAR”,
“VOCAL” or “FLAT”.
Overview of controls
AStandby/on switch [`], [1]
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.
BAlphanumeric buttons
To select a 2-digit number
Example: 16: [ 10]=[1]=[6]
To set a character
Example: B: [2]=[2]
CDelete a programmed track
Delete a selected track in a playlist
DSelect audio source
EBasic playback control
FSelect the sound effects
GStart the title search for internal memory
HView content information
Decrease the brightness of the display panel
Press and hold the button to use this function.
To cancel, press and hold the button again.
IRecording operation control
JSet the play timer and record timer
KSet the clock and timer
LSet the sleep timer
Automatically switch off the system
The auto off function switches off the system (except in radio source) if you do not use
the system for 30 minutes.
Press and hold the button to use this function.
To cancel, press and hold the button again.
MSet the program function
NAdjust the volume of the system
OMute the sound of the system
Press the button again to cancel.
“MUTE” is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you switch off the
system.
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EXT-IN
SOUND PRESET EQ
EDIT
MODE
DISPLAY
DIMMER
USB
HI-SPEED
CD
REC
MEMORY
MODE
SLEEP
PLAY/
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Making the connections
Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other
connections have been made.
1Connect the AM loop antenna.
Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks.
2Connect the FM indoor antenna.
Place the antenna where reception is best.
3Connect the speakers.
Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the
same colour.
4Connect the AC mains lead.
Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.
Conserving power
The system consumes approximately 0.3 W when it is
in standby mode. Disconnect the power supply if you
do not use the system.
Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the
system. You have to set them again.
Preparing the remote control
Use alkaline or manganese battery.
Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with those
in the remote control.
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mains socket