Panasonic RCCD350 User manual

ADJUST
PLAY MODE
1
2
3
DOZE
PRESET TUNING
-PRESET
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
CD Clock Radio
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
Operating instructions
Model No.
RC-CD350
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Illustrations show the model for the United States.
Supplied accessories
1 loop antenna: RSA0031
Use the numbers indicated when asking for replacement parts.
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or the website (http:/
www.pasc.panasonic.com).
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
© 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in China
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Troubleshooting guide
Product service
1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by qualified service
personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug 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
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these
operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
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.
4. Safety check — After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks
to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
Before requesting service, make the below 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, see “Product information” at right for assistance.
The clock shows “-:--”.
• Set the clock.
There is a lot of
noise.
• Keep away from mobile phones, televisions, and other
tuners.
• Extend and change the direction of the antenna.
The alarm doesn’t
sound at the set time.
• Ensure the alarm’s indicator is on (“ALARM 1”, “ALARM
2”, or “ALARM 3”).
The memory has
been cleared.
• Reset the items into the memory.
• Insert a battery to preserve the memory contents.
“no dISC” appears.
• You haven’t inserted a CD.
Play doesn’t start or
display is incorrect.
• Clean the CD.
• Clean the lens with a blower (SZZP1038C
recommended). If the lens gets marked with
fingerprints, gently wipe them off with a cotton swab.
• Wait an hour for condensation to dry, then try again.
• Make sure the label is facing out.
• Replace the CD if it is scratched, warped, or irregularly
shaped.
The CD or radio
display disappears.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or the website
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo, or the website http://www.panasonic.com/support.
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 close to you.
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.
• These displays disappear after a few seconds. To show
them again, press [DISPLAY, –DIMMER].
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
1
RC-CD350
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.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
1) Read these instructions.
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
2) Keep these instructions.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
3) Heed all warnings.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
4) Follow all instructions.
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
manufacturer’s instructions.
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.
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.
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.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
CAUTION!
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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
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.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void
the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Only for Canada
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
(Inside of product)
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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Cautions
Specifications
Frequency range
FM:
Batteries
87.9 to 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps)
87.5 to 108.0 MHz (100 kHz steps)
520 to 1710 kHz
AM:
162.40 to 162.55 MHz
WB:
44.1 kHz
Sampling frequency
16 bit linear
Decoding
Semiconductor laser (wavelength 780 nm)
Beam source
2 channel, stereo
Number of channels
Less than possible measurement data
Wow and flutter
1 bit DAC
DA converter
4.5 cm (1 3/4”) 6Ω x 2
Speakers
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power requirement
Power consumption: 14 W
9 V (One 6F22/6LR61, 006P battery)
Memory back-up
Dimensions (W x H x D) 266x149x137 mm (10 15/32”x 5 7/8”x 5 3/8”)
Mass
1.42 kg (3 lb 2 oz) without battery
• Do not heat, disassemble, or allow contact with flame or water.
• Do not peel off the covering and do not use if the covering has been peeled off.
Battery mishandling can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and
may cause a fire.
If electrolyte leaks from batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any part of your body.
CDs
•
•
•
•
Do not use irregularly shaped CDs.
Do not use non-specification discs.
Do not use CDs printed with label printers available on the market.
Do not use CDs with labels and stickers that are coming off or with adhesive exuding from under
labels and stickers.
Note on CD-R/RW
This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA. Use an audio recording disc and
finalize* it when you finish recording. The unit may not be able to play some discs due to the
condition of the recording.
*A process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.
Power consumption in standby mode: 2.3 W
Note
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
Maintenance
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
• Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth
carefully.
Warranty (U.S.A.)
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Connections and power
Connect the antenna
Connect the AC power supply cord
EXT A
NT
Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V/60 Hz).
• Stand the antenna up so it clicks into place.
• When disconnecting, pull firmly.
Insert a battery (not included) for memory backup (bottom of unit)
Improving reception
• Extend and change the direction of the
antenna.
1 Press down on the catch
and pull down.
3 Insert the battery as shown.
2 Pull out the connector and
attach the battery.
6F22/6LR61,
006P battery
(not included)
Note
These speakers do not have magnetic
shielding. Do not place them near
televisions, personal computers or other
devices easily influenced by magnetism.
This battery saves the clock, alarm, and radio-preset settings if power is interrupted. It lasts about a year (one month
without AC power).
Setting the clock
This is a 12-hour clock. This example shows how to set the clock for 3:30 P.M. Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy. (Monthly accuracy +/- 30 seconds.)
1
Press to select the time setting
ADJUST
Summer time setting (
CLOCK/ALARM
2
ADJUST
PLAY MODE
1
2
Time setting
)
(Original display)
Within 10 seconds, press to set the time
3
DOZE
PRESET TUNING
-PRESET
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
u/3
4/i
AM
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
Press and hold to change the time faster.
3
Press to start the clock and finish
The display returns to its original state after a confirmation tone is heard.
ADJUST
CLOCK/ALARM
PM
Summer time
Do the following to advance the clock by an hour during the summer months.
1 Press [ADJUST, CLOCK/ALARM] to select the summer time setting (
2 Press [u/3] or [4/i] to select “on”.
3 Press [ADJUST, CLOCK/ALARM] to finish (a tone sounds).
appears and the clock advances by an hour.
Repeat the above, selecting “OFF” in step 2, to turn
4
).
off and restore the time.
CDs
Radio
Adjust the volume
Manual tuning
Adjust the volume
PLAY MODE
PLAY MODE
0 (min.) to 50 (max.)
-PRESET
-PRESET
PRESET TUNING
0 (min.) to 50 (max.)
ADJUST
PLAY MODE
2
1
ADJUST
PLAY MODE
3
1
2
3
DOZE
DOZE
-PRESET
PRESET TUNING
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
-PRESET
PRESET TUNING
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
CDq/h
1
1
Press to open, insert a
CD, and close securely
2
TUNER/BAND
Press to play
-AUTO PRESET
Track
number
ADJUST
ADJUST
PLAY
MODE
PLAY
MODE
-PRESET
-PRESET
SOUNDEQ
EQ
DISPLAY
SOUND
-S.VIRTUALIZER
-S.VIRTUALIZER
-DIMMER
SLEEP
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
CLOCK/ALARM
11
22
WEATHER
AM
Press
ALARMg/OFF
FM mode
Elapsed play
time
Press
Switch to MONO if
there is a lot of noise
in FM
33
DOZE
ALARM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
CHECK-ON/OFF
PLAY MODE
Weather Band
Changing the FM
frequency step
In the FM band, press and hold [CDq/h] so the frequency
starts flashing, then continue to hold down until the step
changes from 200 kHz to 100 kHz.
Repeat to change back.
Press
Press again to restart play
Preset tuning
Press
Preset up to 20 FM and 12 AM stations. Use Auto Preset to preset all the stations the
unit can receive, or Manual Preset to preset only those stations you want.
The seven WEATHER frequencies have been preset for you.
ALARMg/OFF
Note
Auto Preset
When the CD is stopped the unit also turns off
automatically. You cannot use skip, search, or the
play mode.
Do the following once each for FM and AM.
Press and hold
TUNER/BAND
Press to skip, press and hold to search
Skip/Search
u/3
Backward
Repeat/Random
Sound will not be stereo
but noise should reduce.
Press again to cancel.
• Weather Radio broadcasts warnings, watches, forecasts
and other information 24 hours a day on 7 VHF band
frequencies (162.40 MHz to 162.55 MHz) in the U.S. and
Canada, with each frequency serving specific areas.
Choose the channel for your area.
• For further information:
In the U.S. visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/
In Canada visit http://www.msc-smc.ec.gc.ca/cd/
factsheets/wxradio/index_e.cfm
• This unit does not have an associated alarm function.
To prevent damage to the CD, stop the disc before opening the CD lid.
CDq/h
MONO
-PRESET
Insert label out so it clicks into place
Stop and off
FM
FM
Off
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
Pause
Tune to a station
In step 2, press and hold to start automatic tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.
The unit turns off automatically after
finishing play of the last track.
PRESETTUNING
TUNING
PRESET
2
Select the band
FM
-AUTO PRESET
AUTO
4/i
The frequency returns to the lowest in the band, then it scrolls and “AUTO” flashes.
The first station to be preset plays when finished.
Forward
Manual Preset
Press to select the mode
1-x: Repeat one track
PLAY MODE
x: Repeat all tracks
-PRESET RND: Play all tracks randomly
No display: Play modes off
Tune to the station
u/3
Press and hold
Select the channel
PLAY MODE
4/i
u/3
-PRESET
Select the band
Press
TUNER/BAND
5
-AUTO PRESET
PRESET TUNING
Press
PLAY MODE
-PRESET
FM
Selecting channels
4/i
Using the alarms
Set the unit to come on and play a CD or the radio with ALARM 1, or to sound a buzzer with ALARM 2 and ALARM 3.
Preparation: Set the time.
For ALARM 1, play the CD track or radio station and set the unit to the volume you want to wake up to.
1
Press to select one of the alarm types you want to set (ALARM 1, 2, 3)
ADJUST
Summer time setting (
)
Time setting
CLOCK/ALARM
2
(Original display)
ALARM 3
Within 10 seconds, press to set the alarm time
1
2
ALARM
4/i
u/3
ADJUST
PLAY MODE
-PRESET
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
SLEEP
CLOCK/ALARM
ALARM 2
1
AM
3
DOZE
PRESET TUNING
ALARM 1
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
CD q
TUNER/BAND
-AUTO PRESET
3
Press and hold to change the time faster.
Press to confirm
The display returns to its original state after a confirmation tone is heard.
ADJUST
4
CLOCK/ALARM
Press and hold to turn the alarm on (the [DOZE] button lights)
When more than 2 alarm settings are turned on, only the alarm time that will
occur first is displayed.
ALARM
AM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
DOZE
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
CD q
The alarm sounds at the set time and stops automatically after an hour.
ALARM 1 plays the CD track or radio station at the volume set (a buzzer sounds if you
take out the CD).
ALARM 2 and 3 sound buzzers (you cannot change the volume of the buzzer).
You can still play a CD or the radio after setting an alarm.
SLEEP
Press
Press
ALARM
Checking the settings
AM
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
1
DOZE
Doze
CD
CD q
The alarm sounds again 6 minutes later.
Press and hold
Press
ALARM
.CHECK-ON/OFF
To turn the alarm off
1
CD
To shut off the alarm
The settings stay the same.
Press and hold again to turn on again (while playing the
CD or radio for ALARM 1) .
ALARM
ALARMg/OFF
AM
1
CD
Settings stay the same and the alarm sounds again the
next day.
Other features
Sound quality
Sleep timer
Set the unit to switch off after a certain number of minutes.
Sound Equalizer
Press
Press
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
SLEEP
Bass: Emphasizes the bass
SLEEP
60
90
120
OFF
To check the remaining time, press once.
Display
Vocal: Adds gloss to vocals
The CD and radio displays disappear after a few seconds.To show them again:
Off
Press
appears while Sound EQ is on.
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
Sound Virtualizer
Dimmer
This stabilizes the midrange, such as vocals, and gives sound natural width and depth.
Use it when listening to stereo sources. (Actual effect depends on the source.)
Press and hold
Press and hold
SOUND EQ
-S.VIRTUALIZER
Press and hold again to cancel.
30
Clear: Clarifies the treble
Soft: For background music
EQ
Each time you press the button:
DISPLAY
-DIMMER
6
The display switches between bright and dim each time you do this.