Panasonic Cd Stereo System Sc-ak330, Sc-ak333, Sc-ak230 Operating Instructions

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CD Stereo System
Operating Instructions
Model No.  SC-AK330
SC-AK333
SC-AK230
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency.
PPC
For U.S.A.
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
The illustrations show SC-AK330.
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
Table of contents
SC-AK333 is available in the U.S.A. only. 
						

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following systems.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions
are of SC-AK330.
AK330: indicates features applicable to SC-AK330 only.
AK333: SC-AK333 only.
AK230: SC-AK230 only.
SystemSC-AK330 SC-AK333 SC-AK230
Main unitSA-AK330 SA-AK333 SA-AK230
SpeakersSB-AK330 SB-AK330 SB-AK230
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.
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.
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.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just pur-
chased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to
consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equip-
ment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associ-
ation’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of
your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound
come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive
hearing.
We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive
noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level”
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can
actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
•Start your volume control at a low setting.
•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
•Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage
or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
CAUTION: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 inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment 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 re-
ceiver.
•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.
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. Opera-
tion 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.
Listening caution
Inside of product
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily
accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain
readily operable.
Except for U.S.A.     
						

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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.
4) Follow all instructions.
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.
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.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.
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.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts. (As of January 2005)
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory
Purchases” on the back cover.
AC power supply cord .. 1 pc.
(K2CB2CB00018)FM indoor antenna . . 1 pc.
(RSA0006-L)
Supplied accessories
AM loop antenna .. 1 pc.
(N1DAAAA00001)
Batteries for
remote control.... 2 pcs.
Batteries
The remote control
Use
•
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
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.
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.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.
Do not:•put heavy objects on the remote control.•take the remote control apart.•spill liquids onto the remote control.Remote control
transmitter..................... 1 pc.
AK330• Black: (N2QAHB000050)
For U.S.A. only
• Silver: (N2QAHB000051)
AK333• (N2QAHB000051)
AK230• Black: (N2QAHB000045)
For U.S.A. only
• Silver: (EUR7710020)
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
30 ˚30 ˚Transmission
windowAbout 7 meters in front of
the signal sensorRemote control
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(R)(L)
4 AC power supply cord
 Note
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.
2 AM loop antenna
Stand the antenna up 
on its base.
1 FM indoor antenna
Tape the antenna where
reception is best.
1
2
1
2
Adhesive 
tape
AK330  AK333
Set-up
Connect the AC power supply cord only after all other connections have been made.
Optional antenna connections (A page 10)
PreparationTwist and pull off the vinyl tip of the antenna wires and speaker cords.
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
•You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
play sound at high levels over extended periods.
•Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
– When playing distorted sound.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
Connection
3Speakers
Placement
AK330  AK333
Place the front speakers so that the super tweeter is on the
inside.
AK230
Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel
orientation is necessary.
 Note
•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.
•You cannot take the front net off the speakers.Caution
•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.
•Do not attach these speakers to walls or
ceilings.
Gray
21
3
Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way.
Gray (+)Blue (–) Red (+)
Black (–) Blue
Black
RedAK230
1
32Red (+)
Black (–) Connect the
left (L) side in
the same way. Red Black
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.
Note
DEMO function cannot be turned on when Dimmer is on.
H.BASS
DISP, –DEMO
Turning the demo function on/off
Super tweeter Super tweeter
Main unit
Front speaker
(left)Front speaker
(right)
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1Display
2AC supply indicator [AC IN]
This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC power
supply.
3Standby/on switch [
f ff f
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.
4AK330  AK333H.BASS button [H.BASS].................................................... 13
AK230Super sound EQ button [SUPER SOUND EQ]................... 13
5Deck 1 cassette holder......................................................... 11
6Disc tray
7Remote control signal sensor............................................... 3
8CD tray open/close button [c, OPEN/CLOSE].................... 6
9CD direct play buttons [1 ~ 5]............................................... 6
!Headphone jack [PHONES].................................................. 13
!Deck 2 cassette holder......................................................... 11
Buttons such as 3 function in exactly the same way as the
buttons on the main unit.
:Sleep timer + Auto off button [SLEEP, AUTO OFF].....12, 13
;Disc button [DISC]................................................................. 7
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]
^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
[X XX X
X10, 1–9, 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,
f, 4/FF, CURSOR ] ..................................................8-11
}Enter button [ENTER]........................................................ 8, 9
VTitle search mode select button [TITLE SEARCH].............. 9
0Muting button [MUTING]..................................................... 13
1Preset EQ select button [PRESET EQ]............................... 13
Front panel controls
Main unit
Remote control
#Display, demonstration button [DISP, –DEMO]......... 4, 7, 13
$CD skip/search, tape fast-forward/rewind,
tune/preset channel select, time adjust buttons
[g/REW/3, f/FF/4] .......................................... 6, 10, 11
%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
Center console
3
1 4
H.BASSH.BASS
REWTUNERBAND
DISPDEMO
REC
    DECK1
AUX
FF
STOP
DECK1/2
    DECK2
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CD
TA P
E
AU X
TUNERBAND
POWERAC IN
CD 
DIRECT
PLAY1
2
3
4
5
DISP  DEMO
REC
    DECK1    DECK
 1/2    DECK2
FFREW
STOP
AK330AK333
AK330AK3331Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to open
the tray.
The unit comes on.
Load discs with label facing up.
To load discs in other trays, press [1] – [5]
to select the tray, then press [c, OPEN/
CLOSE].
2Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to close
the tray.
Disc information
Disc type Logo Indication used
in instructions
Audio CD
CD-R/RW–
CD MP3 
(Depending on the
recording format A see above)
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.
Disc selection
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.
When making MP3 files to play on this unit
Disc format
Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended
formats).
File format
MP3 files must have the extension “.MP3” or “.mp3”.
To play in a certain order
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.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson
multimedia.
Limitations on MP3 play
•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
will be ignored.
•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.
MP3 information
CD
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.
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.
Do not:
•set the unit on top of magazines, inclined surfaces, etc.
•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.
root
001
002
003001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
004.mp3
001.mp3
002.mp3
003.mp3
Example:
Discs
Skip/Search
Press [g/REW/3] or [f/FF/4]
to skip.
MP3Display when skipping in stop mode(example):
•During random play (A page 7), you
cannot skip to tracks already played.
CDHold down during play or
pause to search.
•During program play (A page 8), or
random play (A page 7), you can search
only within the track.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxXXXX XXXX XXXXX XXXX XX
XXXX XXXX XXXXX
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXX XXXX 
Pause
Press [:/J, CD] during play.Press again to resume play.
[1] – [5]
Press [L
, STOP] during play.MP3Display when in the stop mode(example):“MP3”: Indicates the disc contains MP3 files
Total number
of tracks
AK230AK330
Current track
Current album
AK230
Total number
of albums
Stop
AK230
3Press [1]–[5] to play the disc.You can also press [:/J, CD] if the
current disc is your desired disc.
Current disc indicator[:/J, CD]
Basic playCD MP3
AK333
Note about using a DualDisc
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so
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H.BASS
Discs
To listen to specific discs andCD MP3
tracks (Play Mode function)
aALL-DISC:Plays all loaded discs in succession from the selected
disc to the final disc \.
b1-SONG: Plays one selected track on the selected disc.
c1-ALBUM:
MP3 Plays one selected album on the selected disc.
d1-DISC
RANDOM: Plays one selected disc in random order.
eALL-DISC
RANDOM:
CD Plays all loaded discs in random order.
f1-DISC: Plays one selected disc.
g1-ALBUM
RANDOM:
MP3 Plays one selected album in random order.
Remote control only
ALL-DISC RANDOM CD
Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
ALL-DISC/1-DISC/1-DISC RANDOM CD MP3
Press [DISC] and then [1] – [5] to select the disc.
Play starts.
1-ALBUM/1-ALBUM RANDOM MP3
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.Play starts from the selected album.
1-SONG
CD
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press the numbered buttons to select the track in the
current disc.
To select a 2-digit track, press [>10] once then the two digits.
Play starts from the selected track.
MP3
1Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2Press [ALBUM ( or )] to select the album.
3Press 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.
To stop play
Press [L, CLEAR].
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
L
MP3 When “NOT MP3/ERROR1” appears on the display
An unsupported MP3 format is being played. The unit will skip that
track and play the next one.
 Note
•You cannot use program mode together with Play Mode function.
•MP3 During 1-ALBUM mode, track skipping can only be done
within the current album. Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.Every time you press the button:
 Note
CD
•When track number 25 or greater is playing, remaining play time
display shows “– –:– –”.
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 ID3” is displayed if titles with ID3 tags haven’t been entered.
•Maximum number of displayable characters:
Album/track title: 31
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 doesn’t support
cannot be displayed.
•Titles entered with 2-byte code cannot be displayed correctly on this
unit.
MP3
CD
Current album
Number of tracks
in current album
PLAY MODE
:/J, CD DISCCD DISP
Numbered
buttons
L, CLEAR
ALBUM (
 or ) DISP, –DEMO
a ALL-DISCb1-SONG
f1-DISCd1-DISC RANDOM
eALL-DISC RANDOM
a ALL-DISCc1-ALBUM b1-SONG
g1-ALBUM RANDOM
f1-DISCd1-DISC RANDOM
Album skip playMP3
Remote control only
During play or stop
Press [ALBUM (  or  )] to select the desired album.
When selecting in the stop mode (example):
AK230
CD displayCD MP3
You can select a desired CD display mode.
During play or pause
On the remote control: Press [CD DISP].
AK230 
On the main unit: Press [DISP, –DEMO].
Every time you press the button:
CD
Elapsed play time  Remaining play time
MP3
aRemaining            b Album title            c Track title
play time
gElapsed   
   fID3 artist      eID3 title      dID3 album
play time name name name
Example: a Remaining play time
      
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Discs
Repeat playCD MP3
Remote control only
Press [REPEAT] during play.
“” is displayed.
To cancel repeat play
Press [REPEAT] to clear “” .
Note
You can use repeat mode with program play (A see left) and Play
Mode (A page 7) functions.
Marking a trackCD MP3
You can mark one track each on the discs loaded so that you can
start play from them later.
Remote control only
To mark a track
1During play or stopSelect your desired track.(A page 6, “Basic play – Skip/Search”).
2Hold down [MARKER] until “STORING” blinks on the
display.
The selected track is stored in the marker of the current disc.
 Note
If a track is already stored in the marker, it will be replaced next time
you store a new track in the same marker.
To recall a marked track number in the current disc
During play or stopPress [MARKER] to recall a marker.Play starts from the track recalled.
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.
Program playCD MP3
You can program up to 24 tracks.
Remote control only
CD
Preparation: Press [
: :: :
:/
J JJ J
J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1Press [PROGRAM].
“PGM” appears.
2Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
3Select 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.
4Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
MP3
Preparation:
1. Press [DISC] and then [1]–[5] to select the disc.
2. Press [L, CLEAR].
1Press [PROGRAM].
“PGM” appears.
2Press [ALBUM (  or  )] to select the album.
To select an album directly, press the numbered buttons
after pressing [ALBUM (  or  )].
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.
3Press [ g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the 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.
4Press [ENTER].
Repeat steps 2 ~ 4 to program other tracks.
5Press [:/J, CD] to start play.
To exit program mode
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode. (You can replay your program
by pressing [PROGRAM] then [:/J, CD].)
You can do the following while “P” is displayed
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•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:
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MP3Program order is displayed, then album number and track
number.
•To add to the programCD 
Do steps 2 and 3.
MP3 
Do steps 2 ~ 4.
•To clear the last track
Press [DEL].
•To clear all tracks
Press [L, CLEAR].
While “CLEAR ALL” is blinking, press the button again to clear all tracks.
 Note
•You cannot program CD-DA together with MP3 tracks.
•MP3 
The program memory is cleared when you change a disc or
open the disc tray.
•MP3 
You cannot program more than one disc for MP3.
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:/J, CD
ENTER Numbered
buttons
L, CLEAR
ALBUM (
 or )
TITLE SEARCH CURSOR (
 or ),g, REW/3,f, 4/FF
INTRO
MARKERDEL DISC
PROGRAM
REPEAT
Track number
Program order 
						

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Some characters may not be displayed correctly due to the
recording format/software used.
2 22 2
2Press [CURSOR  ] to enter the character.Repeat steps 1~2 to complete the keyword.
LEditing keywords
To move the cursor
Press [CURSOR ( 
 or  )].
Deleting a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be deleted.
2. Press [DEL].
Editing a character
1. Move the cursor over the character to be edited.
2. Enter the correct character.
To cancel partway through
Press [L, CLEAR].
When there is no match for the searched keyword, the display shows
“NOT FOUND”.
 Note
You cannot use title search function in program play or random play.
Entering characters
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.
Remote control only
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1Press the numbered button to select the required
character.
Characters allocated to the numbered buttons:
You can search for “ < ” or “ > ” by entering “ ( ” or “ ) ”.
The characters change each time a numbered button is pressed.
For example, every time you press [2]:
The special characters will be displayed as below:Numbered Characters
buttons
11
2 A B C 2
3 D E F 3
4 G H I 4
5 J K L 5
>10
space !”#$ %&’()∗+,– ./:;=?_ `
Numbered Characters
buttons
6 M N O 6
7 P Q R S 7
8 T U V 8
9 W X Y Z 9
00
\
\
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
Blinks to indicate track title search mode
\
\
Blinks to indicate album title search mode
INTRO function (Album scan)MP3
You can find an album by listening to the first track of all albums in the
current disc for 10 seconds each.
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1Press [INTRO].INTRO function starts.
(INTRO function is cancelled after playing the first track in the
last album on the current disc.)
2While your desired album is playing, press [
: :: :
:/J, CD].Play continues from the first track of the album.
To stop during the process, press [INTRO] or [L, CLEAR].
 Note
You cannot use this function during program play or random play.
Title search functionMP3
You can search for your desired album/track with its keyword (part of
the title).
Album/track title search
Remote control only
Preparation: Press [:/J, CD] and then [L, CLEAR].
1For album title searchPress [TITLE SEARCH]
 once.
For track title searchPress [TITLE SEARCH]
 twice.
2Enter the characters of the keyword for the title.
(A see right: “Entering characters”)
3Press [ENTER].Title search starts.
The matched title is displayed.
Album title search
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Track title search
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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.)Matched track title
Blinks to indicate track title search mode
Matched album title
Matched track title
A      B      C      2
Matched album title
Characters   Main unit display   Characters   Main unit display
!,
”–
#.
$/
%:
&;
’=
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)
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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.
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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
Pre-set the stations one at a time.
1Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f, 4/FF] to tune to the desired station.
2Press [PROGRAM] then press [g, REW/3] or
[f, 4/FF] to select a channel.
3Press [PROGRAM].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset
in that channel.
Selecting channels
Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
To enter a 2-digit channel, press [>10], then the two digits.
AK330AK230
OR1Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PRESET”.
2Press [g, REW/3] or [f, 4/FF] to select the
channel.
1Press [TUNER, BAND] to select band.The unit comes on.
Every time you press the button:
FM 
 
AM
2Press [PLAY MODE] on the remote control to select
“MANUAL”.
Every time you press the button:
MANUAL  
PRESET
3Hold 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.
“TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
If noise is excessive in FMRemote control onlyHold 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.
To receive FM broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz stepsMain unit only
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.
Note
•After changing the “allocation” setting, the frequencies you previously
preset in the memory will be cleared.
•Sound is momentarily interrupted if you load/unload tapes while
listening to an AM broadcast.
Manual tuning
Radio
Radio
Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
FM outdoor antenna
•Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.•The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
AM outdoor antenna
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other
convenient location.
Leave the loop antenna connected.
Note
Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Preset tuning
Remote control onlyThere 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
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”.
5 -12 m
(16 – 40 ft.)
1
2
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
AM loop
antenna
(included) Rear
panel
of this
unit
1
30 mm
(1 3/16”)
15 mm
(19/32”)
1
2
32
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75 Ω coaxial cable (not included)
Shield braid
Core wire
DISC
PROGRAM
PLAY MODE
ALBUM (
 or ) TUNER, BAND c DECK1 a, REC TUNER, BAND
L, STOP
DECK 1/2
g/REW/3,f/FF/4
Numbered
buttons
g, REW/3,f, 4/FF CLOCK/TIMER
SHIFT
DECK2 c
:, TAPE
:/J, CD
Rear
panel
of this
unit
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