1Press [x OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open
Put in a disc with the label facing up.
Press [x OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the disc tray.
2Press [CD] and then press [ ] to start playback.4 9/
Viewing available information
You can view the available information on the display panel.
• Maximum characters that can be shown:
• This system supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags.
• Text data that the system does not support can show
1Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE” or
2Press [Y U, ] and then press [OK] to select the
The setting returns to the default “OFF PLAYMODE” when
This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.
1Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
Press the numeric buttons to select the desired
Do this step again to program other tracks.
1. Press [R T, ] to select the desired album.
2. Press [6] and then press the numeric buttons
to select the desired track.
Do these steps again to program other tracks.
3Press [4 9/ ] to start playback.
• You cannot use program playback together with
• The program memory is cleared when you open the disc
Pause playback Press [4 9/ ].
Press again to continue playback.
Skip album Press [R T, ].
Skip track Press [2] or [6]
(main unit: [2 3/ ] or [5 6/ ]).
Press and hold [3 5] or [ ]
(main unit: [2 3/ ] or [5 6/ ]).
Play one selected track on the disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select the
Play one selected album on the disc.
Press [R T, ] to select the album.
Play all tracks in one selected album
Press [R T, ] to select the album.
ON REPEAT Repeat playback.
OFF REPEAT Cancel repeat playback.
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
Press [2] or [6] when “PGM” is
Press [DEL] in the stop mode.
Press [8] in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is shown. Within 5 seconds,
1Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
2Within 10 seconds, press [R T, ] to set the time.
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to show the clock for a few seconds.
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
The sleep timer switches off the system after the set time.
Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).
To show the remaining time
• The sleep timer can be used together with the play timer.
• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set an
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake
1Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “#PLAY”.
2Within 10 seconds, press [R T, ] to set the start
4Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.
1Prepare the audio source you want to listen to
(disc, radio, USB or AUX) and set the volume.
To cancel, press [PLAY #] again.
The system must be switched off for the timer to
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “#PLAY”.
• The timer starts at a low volume and increases gradually
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer
• If you switch off the system and switch on again while a
timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the end
You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc. and listen to the
audio through this system.
• Disconnect the AC mains lead.
• Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate
1Connect the external equipment.
2Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit:
[RADIO/EXT-IN]) to select “AUX”.
3Play the external equipment.
• Components and cables are sold separately.
• If you want to connect equipment other than those
described, refer to the audio dealer.
• Sound distortion can occur when you use an adaptor.
DVD player (not supplied)
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If
you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your
The display panel lights up and changes continuously
• Press and hold [8] on the main unit to select
No operations can be done with the remote control.
• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.
Sound is distorted or no sound.
• Adjust the volume of the system.
• Switch off the system, determine and correct the cause,
then switch the system on again. It can be caused by
straining of the speakers through excessive volume or
power, and when using the system in a hot environment.
A humming sound can be heard during playback.
• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables.
Keep other appliances and cords away from the cables of
Display not shown correctly.
• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in correctly.
• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or
• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2
The total number of tracks displayed is incorrect.
Distorted sound is heard.
• You put in a disc that the system cannot play. Change to
• You put in a disc that has not been finalised.
• Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna
should be installed by a competent technician.
• Switch off the TV or move it away from the system.
A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.
• Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.
The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.
• The format of the USB device or the contents in it is/are
not compatible with the system.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB
cannot work in some conditions.
Slow operation of the USB device.
• Large content size or large memory USB device takes
• An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions
• Examine and correct the speaker cords connection.
• Disconnect the USB device. Switch off the system and
• The USB device is not connected. Examine the
• Examine the content. You can only play supported
• The files in the USB device can be corrupted. Format the
USB device and try again.
• You played an unsupported MP3 file. The system will skip
that track and play the next one.
• You played an unsupported MP3 file. The system will skip
that track and play the next one.
• The remote control and the main unit are using different
codes. Change the code of the remote control.
– When “REMOTE 1” is shown, press and hold [OK] and
[1] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
– When “REMOTE 2” is shown, press and hold [OK] and
[2] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
• The system cannot show the remaining play time for
variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote
control of this system, change the remote control code for
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: [RADIO/EXT-IN]) to
To set the code to “REMOTE 2”
1Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit
and [2] on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is
2Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of
To set the code to “REMOTE 1”
1Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN] on the main unit
and [1] on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is
2Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of
Memory reset (initialisation)
Reset the memory when the following situations occur:
• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.
1Disconnect the AC mains lead.
2While you press and hold [1] on the main unit,
connect the AC mains lead again.
Continue to press and hold the button (approximately
10 seconds) until “– – – – – – – –” is shown.
All the settings are set back to the factory preset.
It is necessary to set the memory items again.
To clean this system, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the
instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
RMS output power stereo mode
Front Ch (both ch driven)
175 W per channel (4 ȍ), 1 kHz, 30% THD
Total RMS stereo mode power 350 W (30% THD)
Preset memory FM 30 stations
Frequency modulation (FM)
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)
Disc played (8 cm or 12 cm)
CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, MP3 )
Number of channels 2 ch (FL, FR)
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)
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (bass reflex)
Output sound pressure 85 dB/W (1 m)
Frequency range 48 Hz to 22 kHz (–16 dB)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 200 mm x 334 mm x 193 mm
Power supply AC 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D) 220 mm x 334 mm x 250 mm
Operating temperature range 0°C to +40°C
35% to 80% RH (no condensation)
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
• Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital
Power consumption in standby mode
• This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3
• Some CD-R/RW cannot be played because of the
condition of the recording.
• MP3 files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as
• This system can access up to:
– MP3: 999 tracks, 255 albums and 20 sessions
• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order you
You can connect and play music tracks from your USB
Do not use a USB extension cable. The system cannot
recognise USB device connected through a cable.
1Decrease the volume and connect the USB device
Hold the main unit when connecting or disconnecting
2Press [USB] and then press [4 9/ ] to start
For other operations, refer to “Disc”.
Compatible USB devices which are defined as mass
• USB devices that support bulk-only transfer.
• USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.
• Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as
• Track must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
• This system can access up to:
– 800 albums (including root folder)
– 999 tracks in one album
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT 12/16/32 file
• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Stop playback Press [8] during playback.
Press [4 9/ ] to continue playback.
Press [8] two times to stop the playback
1. Press [SOUND] to select “BASS”,
2. Press [Y U, ] to adjust the level
1. Press [MANUAL EQ] to select
“BASS”, “MID” or “TREBLE”.
2. Press [2 3/ ] or [5 6/ ] to
SURROUND 1. Press [SOUND] to select
2. Press [Y U, ] to select
1. Press [SOUND] to select
2. Press [Y, U] to select “NORMAL” or
Select “NORMAL” if the sound is
distorted during “HIGH” input level.
RE-MASTER 1. Press [SOUND] to select
2. Press [Y U, ] to select
PRESET EQ Press [PRESET EQ] to select “HEAVY”,
“SOFT”, “CLEAR”, “VOCAL” or “FLAT”.
D.BASS Press [D.BASS] to select “D.BASS”,
“AUTO D.BASS” or “OFF D.BASS”.
1Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press [3] or [5] to select the frequency of the
To tune automatically, press and hold the button until
the frequency starts changing quickly.
1Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
3Press [2 3/ ] or [5 6/ ] to select the
frequency of the required station.
Improving the sound quality
1Press [RADIO MENU] to select “FM MODE”.
2Press [Y U, ] to select “MONO” and then press
To cancel, select “STEREO”.
“MONO” is also cancelled when you change the
30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.
1Press [OK] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT”
2Press [AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.
1Press [3] or [5] to tune in to the station.
3Press the numeric buttons to select a preset
Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more stations.
The new station replaces any station that occupies the
Selecting a preset station
Press the numeric buttons, [2] or [6] to select the
1Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2Press [2 3/ ] or [5 6/ ] to select the preset
This system can also receive AM broadcasts allocated in
1Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press and hold [RADIO/EXT-IN].
After a few seconds, the display panel shows the current
minimum radio frequency. Release the button when the
minimum frequency changes.
• To go back to the initial setting, do the above steps again.
• After you change the setting, preset frequencies are
This system can show the text data transmitted by the radio
data system (RDS) available in some areas.
RDS may not be available if reception is poor.
