Panasonic SC AK330 User Manual

CD Stereo System  
Operating Instructions  
The illustrations show SC-AK330.  
Model No. SC-AK330  
For U.S.A.  
SC-AK230  
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined  
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for  
energy efficiency.  
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  
DEALER ADDRESS  
TELEPHONE NUMBER  
P PC  
RQT7790-1P  
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 October 2004)  
Remote control  
transmitter ..................... 1 pc.  
AM loop antenna .. 1 pc.  
(N1DAAAA00001)  
AK330  
• Black: (N2QAHB000050)  
For U.S.A. only  
(Only for U.S.A.)  
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory  
Purchases” on the back cover.  
• Silver: (N2QAHB000051)  
AK230  
FM indoor antenna .. 1pc.  
(RSA0006-L)  
AC power supply cord .. 1 pc.  
(K2CB2CB00018)  
Batteries for  
remote control .... 2 pcs.  
• Black: (N2QAHB000045)  
For U.S.A. only  
• Silver: (EUR7710020)  
The remote control  
Use  
Batteries  
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.  
30  
30  
˚
˚
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.  
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.  
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.  
take the remote control apart.  
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spill liquids onto the remote control.  
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  
AK330  
Blue  
Gray Black  
AK330  
AK230  
Connect the  
left (L) side in  
the same way.  
Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the  
inside.  
Black  
Connect the  
left (L) side in  
the same way.  
Red  
Red  
AK230  
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  
(SB-AK230) (SB-AK330)  
(SB-AK330) (SB-AK230)  
You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you  
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  
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.  
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  
ceilings.  
You cannot take the front net off the speakers.  
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.  
AK330  
H.BASS button [H.BASS] .................................................... 13  
AK230  
Super sound EQ button [SUPER SOUND EQ] ................... 13  
5
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  
3
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  
\
:
While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.  
\
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, 19, 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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0
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).  
File format  
CD  
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  
Example:  
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.  
root  
001  
001.mp3  
002.mp3  
003.mp3  
Do not:  
use irregularly shaped discs.  
attach extra labels and stickers.  
use discs with labels and stickers that  
are coming off or with adhesive exuding  
from under labels and stickers.  
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.  
002  
XXXX XXXX XXXXX  
XXXX XXXX XXXXX  
XXXX XX  
x
x
x
XXXX XXXX XXXXX  
XXXX XXXX  
001.mp3  
002.mp3  
003.mp3  
004.mp3  
003  
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology  
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson  
multimedia.  
001.mp3  
002.mp3  
003.mp3  
Limitations on MP3 play  
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.  
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:  
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.  
If the first session contains CD-DA recordings, the unit will play  
only the recordings made in that session. The subsequent sessions  
Do not:  
will be ignored.  
set the unit on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.  
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.  
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.  
AK330  
AK230  
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  
[:/J, CD]  
2 Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to close  
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  
AK330  
AK230  
Current track  
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  
AK330  
Current album  
REW  
FF  
TUNER  
BAND  
CD  
During random play (A page 7), you  
cannot skip to tracks already played.  
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  
AK230  
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):  
AK330  
AK230  
CD  
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.  
AK230  
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.  
AK330  
AK230  
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 “– –:– –”.  
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 ID3is displayed if titles with ID3 tags havent been entered.  
Maximum number of displayable characters:  
Album/track title: 31  
When playback ends  
The current play mode will be retained in memory until it is changed  
even if the unit is turned off.  
\ 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 doesnt support  
cannot be displayed.  
MP3  
L
When NOT MP3/ERROR1appears on the display  
An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that  
track and play the next one.  
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].  
Every time you press the button:  
CD  
The track number and program order are displayed:  
DISC  
PROGRAM  
AK330  
Numbered  
buttons  
REPEAT  
DEL  
:/J, CD  
Track number  
Program order  
L, CLEAR  
CURSOR ( or ),  
AK230  
g
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  
CD  
Do steps 2 and 3.  
MP3  
Do steps 2 ~ 4.  
CD MP3  
Program play  
To clear the last track  
Press [DEL].  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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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 Pis displayed  
To recall a marked track number in the current disc  
AK330  
During play or stop  
Press [MARKER] to recall a marker.  
Play starts from the track recalled.  
AK230  
Note  
“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  
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  
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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RQT7790  
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  
AK330  
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  
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 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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RQT7790  
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 decks 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.  
Record timer: The unit comes on 30 seconds before the set  
AK330  
H.BASS  
or  
time with the volume muted.  
AK230  
PHONES  
VOLUME  
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 timeoff timesourcevolume  
Record timer: on timeoff timesource  
To check the settings while the unit is off, press [SHIFT] + [CLOCK/  
TIMER] twice.  
PRESET EQ  
AK330  
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 AUXas the source. If you want to  
playback or record from a connected unit, set that units timer to the  
same time. (See the connected units 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 timers 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 doesnt appear if the ON and OFF times or the  
clock hasnt been set.)  
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RQT7790  
Sound quality/sound field  
AK330  
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  
You cannot use PRESET EQ together with H.BASS (  
) or  
AK330  
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 OFFis 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 OFFgoes 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 units instruction manual.)  
Switching displays  
AK330  
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.  
MUTINGgoes 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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RQT7790  
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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RQT7790  
All the settings are returned to the factory preset.  
You will need to reset the memory items.  
Specifications  
AMPLIFIER SECTION AK330  
FTC output power  
THD 10%, both channels driven  
100 Hz3 kHz  
(Low channel) 64 W per channel (5 )  
3 kHz10 kHz  
CASSETTE DECK SECTION  
SPEAKER SECTION AK230  
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)  
Speaker(s)  
Woofer  
Tweeter  
Track system  
4 track, 2 channel  
Heads  
16 cm (61/2˝) cone type  
6 cm (23/8˝) cone type  
5 Ω  
Record/playback Solid permalloy head  
Erasure  
Motor  
Recording system  
Erasing system  
Tape speed  
Double gap ferrite head  
DC servo motor  
Impedance  
Input power (IEC)  
AC bias 100 kHz  
AC erase 100 kHz  
4.8 cm/s (17/8 ips)  
(High channel) 60 W per channel (5 )  
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  
Frequency range 35 Hz–28 kHz (–16 dB)  
35 Hz–14 kHz  
(Low channel) 90 W per channel (5 )  
10 kHz  
(High channel) 90 W per channel (5 )  
Total Bi-Amp power  
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)  
Wow and flutter  
Fast forward and rewind time  
360 W  
Mass  
2.7 kg (6.0 lb.)  
Approx. 120 seconds with  
C-60 cassette tape  
GENERAL  
AMPLIFIER SECTION AK230  
FTC output power  
THD 10%, both channels driven  
100 Hz 10 kHz  
DISC SECTION  
Power supply  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Discs played [8 cm (3˝) or 12 cm (5˝)]  
Power consumption  
: 238 W  
AK330  
(1) CD-Audio (CD-DA)  
(2) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 formatted  
AK230 : 165 W  
69 W per channel (5 )  
disc)  
(3) MP3  
Bit rate  
Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 x 330 x 341 mm  
(927/32˝ x 13˝ x 137/16˝)  
Total FTC power  
138 W  
RMS output power  
THD 10%, both channels driven  
Mass  
: 7.1 kg (15.7 lb.)  
AK330  
AK230 : 6.9 kg (15.2 lb.)  
Operating temperature range  
+5 to +35 °C (+41 to +95°F)  
Operating humidity range  
5 to 90% RH (no condensation)  
MP3  
32 kbps–320 kbps  
Sampling frequency  
1 kHz  
Total RMS power  
100 W per channel (5 )  
MP3  
CD  
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz  
44.1 kHz  
200 W  
Decoding  
Digital filter  
D/A converter  
Pickup  
Wavelength  
Beam Source  
16 bit linear  
FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION  
8 fs  
Preset station  
FM 15 stations  
AM 15 stations  
MASH (1 bit DAC)  
Frequency Modulation (FM)  
Frequency range  
Power consumption in standby mode  
780 nm  
Semiconductor laser  
: 0.38 W  
AK330  
87.9 – 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps)  
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)  
Audio output (Disc)  
Number of channels  
AK230 : 0.34 W  
Sensitivity  
2.5 ØV (IHF)  
2 (Stereo) (FL, FR)  
Note:  
S/N 26 dB  
2.2 ØV  
1. Specifications are subject to change  
SPEAKER SECTION AK330  
Type  
Antenna terminal(s) 75 (unbalanced)  
Amplitude Modulation (AM)  
Frequency range  
520 – 1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)  
Sensitivity  
S/N 20 dB (at 1000 kHz)  
Audio performance (Amplifier)  
without notice.  
Mass and dimensions are approximate.  
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by  
the digital spectrum analyzer.  
3 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex)  
Speaker(s)  
Woofer  
16 cm (61/2˝) cone type  
6 cm (23/8˝) cone type  
Piezo type  
Tweeter  
3.  
The labels “HIGH” and “LOW”  
AK330  
560 ØV/m  
Super tweeter  
Impedance  
HIGH  
on the rear of the speakers refer to High  
frequency and Low frequency.  
Input sensitivity/Input impedance  
5 Ω  
5 Ω  
Aux  
250 mV, 14.7 kΩ  
LOW  
Phone jack  
Terminal  
Input power (IEC)  
HIGH  
Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8˝) jack  
90 W (Max)  
90 W (Max)  
LOW  
Output sound pressure level  
83 dB/W (1.0 m)  
2.6 kHz, 10 kHz  
Cross over frequency  
Frequency range 37 Hz–23 kHz (–16 dB)  
44 Hz–22 kHz (–10 dB)  
Dimensions (WxHxD) 240 x 330 x 230 mm  
(97/16˝ x 13˝ x 91/16˝)  
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 Directoryon 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 Matsushita Electric Corporation of America  
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric  
of 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 Sales Company (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-  
7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com  
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (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  
Audio Products (except items listed below)  
All Audio Racks (cabinets)  
Parts  
Labor  
One (1) year  
Thirty (30) days  
Three (3) years  
One (1) year  
Not Applicable  
Three (3) years  
Stand Alone Speakers, Subwoofer Speakers  
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer  
Card Adapters  
One (1) year  
Not Applicable  
(in exchange for defective item)  
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.  
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges,  
Microphones, Adapters  
Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days  
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  
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company  
Factory Servicenter:  
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 Matsushita  
Electric Corporation of America  
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,  
New Jersey 07094  
Panasonic Sales Company,  
Division of Matsushita Electric of  
Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)  
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  
En  
© 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  
Printed in Singapore  
RQT7790-1P  
G1004KW1114  

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