Panasonic SC-PM200 - Manual

Operating Instructions

CD Stereo System

Model No.

SC-PM200

Dear Customer

Thank you for purchasing this system.
For optimum performance and safety,

read these instructions fully before

you connect, operate or adjust this

system.
Keep this manual for future reference.

These operating instructions are

applicable to the following system.

System

SC-PM200

Main unit

SA-PM200

Speakers

SB-PM200

Your system and the illustrations can

look differently.

Do the procedures with the remote

control. You can also use the

buttons on the main unit if they are

the same.

Panasonic Corporation

Web Site:

http://panasonic.net

Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)

Panasonic Testing Centre
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

EB

En

RQT9548-1B

L0511LL1061

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when

asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers

correct as of May 2011. These may be subject to

change.)

1 x AC mains lead

(K2CZ3YY00005)

1 x Remote control

(N2QAYB000639)

1 x AM loop antenna

(N1DYYYY00010)

1 x FM indoor antenna

(RSAX0002)

1 x Antenna plug adaptor

(K1YZ02000013)

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS

OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES

OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED

HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS

RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT

REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the

equipment and easily accessible.

The mains plug of the power supply cord

shall remain readily operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus

from the AC Mains, disconnect the power

supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

This product may receive radio interference

caused by mobile telephones during use.

If such interference is apparent, please

increase separation between the product

and the mobile telephone.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN

MODERATE CLIMATES.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology

licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Placement

Set the system up on an even surface away

from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high

humidity, and excessive vibration. These

conditions can damage the cabinet and other

components, thereby shortening the service

life of the system.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall

surfaces to avoid distortion and unwanted

acoustical effects.
Do not place heavy items on the system.

Voltage

Do not use high voltage power sources. This

can overload the system and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the

source carefully when setting the system up

on a ship or other place where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected

correctly and not damaged. Poor connection

and lead damage can cause fire or electric

shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items

on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the

lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause

electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This

can cause electric shock.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD

For your safety, please read the following text

carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded

three pin mains plug for your safety and

convenience.

A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please

ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating

of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA

or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark

on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover

you must ensure that it is refitted when the

fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be

used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased

from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS

UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET

OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE

FUSE SHOULD BE RE MOVED AND THE

PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS POSED OF

SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT

OFF PLUG IS IN SERTED INTO ANY

13-AMPERE SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the

wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified

electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the

coloured markings identifying the terminals in

your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter N or col oured Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be

connected to the terminal which is marked

with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT

DAMAGE,

• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS

TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR

SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS

FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS

VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE

APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER

(OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS

UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN

CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED

SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL

VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD

DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE

THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER

MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE

VENTILATION VENTS.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S

VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH

NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,

CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF

NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED

CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

MANNER.

Inside of product

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the system.

This can cause electric shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the system. This can

cause electric shock or malfunction. If this

occurs, immediately disconnect the system

from the power supply and contact your

dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the

system. They contain flammable gases which

can ignite if sprayed into the system.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this system by

yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail

to light, smoke appears, or any other problem

that is not covered in these instructions

occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and

contact your dealer or an authorised service

centre. Electric shock or damage to the

system can occur if the system is repaired,

disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified

persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the

system from the power source if it is not to be

used for a long time.

Back of product

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER

WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH

IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY

THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED

GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP

DRY.
Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to

the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B).

Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow

the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains

plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the

fuse cover.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

Fuse (5 ampere)

Fuse (5 ampere)

These symbols on the products,
packaging, and/or accompanying
documents mean that used
electrical and electronic products
and batteries should not be mixed
with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery
and recycling of old products and
used batteries, please take them
to applicable collection points,
in accordance with your national
legislation and the Directives
2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
By disposing of these products
and batteries correctly, you will
help to save valuable resources
and prevent any potential
negative effects on human
health and the environment
which could otherwise arise from
inappropriate waste handling.
For more information about
collection and recycling of old
products and batteries, please
contact your local municipality,
your waste disposal service
or the point of sale where you
purchased the items.
Penalties may be applicable for
incorrect disposal of this waste,
in accordance with national
legislation.

For business users in the
European Union

If you wish to discard electrical
and electronic equipment, please
contact your dealer or supplier for
further information.

[Information on Disposal in
other Countries outside the
European Union]

These symbols are only valid in
the European Union. If you wish
to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or
dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol
(bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical
symbol. In this case it complies
with the requirement set by
the Directive for the chemical
involved.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

Note:

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

4

OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS

RADIO

EXT-IN

SOUND

PRESET EQ

D.BASS

DISPLAY

DIMMER

SLEEP

PLAY

AUTO OFF

A

B

C

D

E

G

F

H

J

I

K

L

N

M

O

P

Refer to the numbers in parentheses for chapter

references.

A

Standby/on switch [

`

], [

1

]

(8, 13)

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.

B

Numeric buttons [1 to 9, 0,

≧

10]

To select a 2-digit number

Example: 16: [

≧

10]

→

[1]

→

[6]

C

Delete a programmed track (5)

D

Select source

[USB]

: Select USB (6)

[CD]

: Select disc (5)

[RADIO, EXT-IN] / [RADIO/EXT-IN]

:

Select radio, USB or music port (7, 10, 11)

E

Basic operation

[

4

/

9

]

: Playback or pause operation

[

8

]

: Stop playback

[

2

], [

6

]

: Skip track

Select preset radio station

[

3

], [

5

]

: Search track

Tune in to the radio station

[

2

/

3

], [

5

/

6

]

:Skip and search track

Select preset radio station

F

Select the sound effects (9)

G

Auto preset the radio station (7)

H

View the information shown on the display panel

Decrease the brightness of the display panel

Press and hold the button to use this function.

To cancel, press and hold the button again.

I

Set the sleep timer (8)

Set the clock and timer (8)

J

Set the program function (5, 7)

K

Adjust the volume of the system

L

Mute 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.

M

Set the play menu item (5)

N

Set the radio menu item (7)

O

[

R

,

T

]

: Skip album

Adjust clock setting

[

Y

,

U

]

: Select the item in the menu

[OK]

: Confirm the setting

P

Automatically switch off the system

This function switches off the system (except in

radio source) if you do not use the system for

approximately 30 minutes.

To cancel, press the button again.

Q

Music port jack (10)

R

Headphones jack ( ) (10)

S

Display panel

T

USB port (

) (6)

U

Open or close the disc tray

V

Disc tray

W

Remote control sensor

MUSIC P.

F

E

U

V

K

T

A

E

D

Q

R

W

S

Top view

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852

• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

• E-mail: [email protected]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

• For customers: 0844 844 3856

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning

our Customer Care Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.– 5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.– 5:30 p.m.

(Excluding public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com.

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK.

• It couldn’t be simpler!

• Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take

a browse on our website for further details.

1

PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL

Use alkaline or manganese battery.

Install the battery so that the poles

(+ and –) align with those in the remote

control.

Point the remote control at the remote

control sensor, away from obstacles, at a

maximum range of 7 m directly in front of

the main unit.

CAUTION!

• 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.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile

exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of

time with doors and windows closed.

• Mishandling of battery can cause electrolyte

leakage, which can cause a fire.

• Remove the battery if you do not use the

remote control for a long period of time. Keep in

a cool, dark area.

CAUTION!

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or

equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.

R6/LR6, AA

(not included)

3

MAKING THE CONNECTIONS

Conserving power

The system consumes approximately 0.2 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.

2

3

B

4

(6

:

)

(6

:

)

A

A

1

B

To household

mains socket

Red

Black

Click!

1

Connect the speakers.

Be careful not to cross

(short-circuit) or reverse

the polarity of the

speaker wires as doing

so may damage the

speakers.

2

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Place the antenna where reception is

best.

Using an outdoor antenna (optional)

• Use FM outdoor antenna only if the

radio reception is poor.

• Use the included antenna plug adaptor

to connect the FM outdoor antenna.

• The antenna should be installed by a

competent technician.

• Do not use the outdoor antenna during

a lightning storm.

3

Connect the AM loop antenna.

4

Connect the AC mains lead.

READ THE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS

LEAD BEFORE CONNECTION.

Use the included AC mains lead with this

system only.

Do not use an AC mains lead from other

equipment.

2

PLACEMENT OF SPEAKERS

The right and left speakers are the same.

You cannot remove the net of the speakers.

Use only the supplied speakers.

The combination of the main unit and

speakers give the best sound.

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 system

and decrease the life of the system.

• Decrease the volume in these conditions to

prevent damage:

– When you play distorted sound.

– When you adjust the sound quality.

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.

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