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T9898

Troubleshooting

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 dealer for instructions.

Common problems

The unit does not work.

• The safety device has been activated. Do the following:

1. Press [

1

] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby 

mode. If the unit does not switch to standby mode,
– Press and hold the button for a minimum of 

10 seconds. Or,

– Disconnect the AC mains lead and connect it again.

2. Press [

1

] again to switch on the unit. If the problem 

persists, consult your dealer.

The display panel lights up and changes continuously 
in standby mode.

Press and hold [

8

] on the main unit to select “DEMO OFF”.

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 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 
this system.

The sound level reduces.

The protection circuit has been activated due to the 
continuous use at high volume output. This is to protect the 
system and maintain the sound quality.

Disc

Display not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.

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 

non-standard.

There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.

The total number of tracks displayed is incorrect.
The disc cannot be read.
Distorted sound is heard.

You put in a disc that the system cannot play. Change to a 
playable disc.

You put in a disc that has not been finalised.

USB

The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.

• The format of the USB device or the contents in it 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 
longer time to read.

Bluetooth

®

Pairing cannot be done.

Check the Bluetooth

®

 device condition.

The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Move 
the device nearer to the system.

The device cannot be connected.

The pairing of the device was unsuccessful. Do pairing 
again.

• The pairing of the device has been replaced. Do pairing 

again.

This system might be connected to a different device. 
Disconnect the other device and try pairing the device 
again.

The device is connected but audio cannot be heard 
through the system.

For some built-in Bluetooth

®

 devices, you have to set the 

audio output to “SC-AKX58” or “SC-AKX38” manually. 
Read the operating instructions of the device for details.

Sound from the device is interrupted.

The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Move 
the device nearer to the system.

• Remove any obstacle between the system and the device.
• Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band 

(wireless router, microwaves, cordless phones, etc.) are 
interfering. Move the device nearer to the system and 
distance it from the other devices.

Select “MODE 1” for stable communication.

Radio

Sound is distorted.

Use an optional FM outdoor antenna. The antenna should 
be installed by a competent technician.

A beat sound is heard.

Switch off the TV or move it away from the system.

• Move mobile telephones away from the system if the 

interference is apparent.

 

SC-AKX58 

When in AM tuner mode, select from “BP1” to “BP4” that 
provides the best reception.

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.

Main unit displays

“ADJUST CLOCK”

The clock is not set. Adjust the clock.

“ADJUST TIMER”

The play and/or record timer is not set. Adjust the play 
and/or record timer.

“AUTO OFF”

The system has not been used for 20 minutes and will 
switch off within a minute. To cancel, press any button.

“CAN’T REC”
“DEVICE FULL”

You cannot do recording because the remaining recording 
time of the USB device is less than the total time of the 
music source. Change to a USB device which has enough 
recording time and do the recording again.

“ERROR”

An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions and 
try again.

SC-AKX58.38 EB.GN RQT9898-L EN.fm  Page 20  Monday, March 10, 2014  5:14 PM

Summary of Contents for SC-AKX38

Page 1: ... instructions carefully Please keep this manual for future reference Operating Instructions CD Stereo System Model No SC AKX58 SC AKX38 This illustration shows SC AKX58 EB RQT9898 L GN EB indicates the United Kingdom model SC AKX58 38 EB GN RQT9898 L EN fm Page 1 Monday March 10 2014 5 14 PM ...

Page 2: ... items Do not place sources of naked flames such as lighted candles on this unit This unit is intended for use in moderate climates This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use If such interference occurs please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone This unit utilizes a laser Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures oth...

Page 3: ...igures 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 2 Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover Table of contents Safety precautions 2 Caution for AC mains lead 3 Maintenance 3 About Bluetooth 4 Licenses 4 Sales and Support Information 4 Supplied accessories 5 Prepari...

Page 4: ...r normal general use only Do not use this system near an equipment or in an environment that is sensitive to radio frequency interference example airports hospitals laboratories etc Licenses Sales and Support Information For the United Kingdom and Ireland Customer Communications Centre For customers within the UK 0844 844 3899 For customers within Ireland 01 289 8333 Monday Friday 9 00am 5 00pm Ex...

Page 5: ...t of the speakers Use only the supplied speakers 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 hi...

Page 6: ...ower supply if you do not use the system Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system You have to set them again 3 4 1 2 B A Adhesive tape not supplied For the United Kingdom and Ireland Connect the FM outdoor antenna Use an outdoor antenna if the reception is poor CAUTION Keep the antenna plug adaptor out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Note Do not use the outdoor antenna...

Page 7: ...sconnect the system You have to set them again 1 2 4 3 Adhesive tape not supplied For the United Kingdom and Ireland Connect the FM outdoor antenna Use an outdoor antenna if the reception is poor CAUTION Keep the antenna plug adaptor out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Note Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm Disconnect the outdoor antenna if you do not use the syste...

Page 8: ...CLOSE AUX IN 2 ALBUM TRACK PAIRING DJ JUKEBOX PRESET EQ MANUAL EQ D BASS SUPER WOOFER LOCAL USB REC VOLUME A B PLAY REC PLAY MEMORY MEMORY REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 A E T I F I E V W X Y U U b a D N Z ILLUMINATION CONTROL USB CD RADIO TUNE MODE EXT IN OPEN CLOSE AUX IN 2 ALBUM TRACK PAIRING DJ JUKEBOX PRESET EQ MANUAL EQ D BASS LOCAL USB REC VOLUME A B PLAY REC PLAY MEMORY MEMORY REC 1 2 3 4 5 6 A E T I F I...

Page 9: ...r approximately 20 minutes Press and hold the button to use this function To cancel press and hold the button again M Set the program function N Adjust the volume level O Mute the sound To cancel press the button again MUTE is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you switch off the system P Set the play menu item Q Internal memory playlist operation R Select or confirm the option S Se...

Page 10: ...If prompted for a passkey input 0000 The device connects with this system automatically after pairing is complete The name of the connected device is shown for a few seconds Note You can pair up to 8 devices with this system If a 9th device is paired the device that has not been used for the longest time will be replaced Connecting a device Preparation If this system is connected to a Bluetooth de...

Page 11: ...isconnecting a device 1 Press PLAY MENU to select LINK MODE 2 Press Y U to select the setting and then press OK CD CD R RW in CD DA format or with MP3 files USB USB device with MP3 files BLUETOOTH Bluetooth device MEMORY 2 GB internal memory refer to Recording for adding tracks to the internal memory Play Press 4 9 Stop Press 8 USB MEMORY The position is memorised RESUME is shown Press again to st...

Page 12: ...nks 2 Press the alphanumeric buttons or R T to select the character then press U to select next character To delete a character press DEL 3 Press OK Press Y U to search for previous or next match NOTFOUND is shown if there is no match 4 Press OK to confirm and play the track To cancel press TITLE SEARCH Note This function skip tracks that are created with analog recording Z Analog recording This f...

Page 13: ...ort USB devices of up to 32 GB Only FAT 12 16 32 file system is supported Note on MP3 file Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as albums Tracks must have the extension mp3 or MP3 Tracks will not necessarily be played in the order you recorded them Some files can fail to work because of the sector size MP3 file on disc This system can access up to 255 albums including root folder 99...

Page 14: ...select PRESET 2 Press 2 3 or 5 6 to select the preset station Improving the sound quality When FM is selected 1 Press PLAY MENU to select FM MODE 2 Press Y U to select MONO and then press OK To cancel select STEREO MONO is also cancelled when you change the frequency SC AKX58 When AM is selected 1 Press PLAY MENU to select B PROOF 2 Press Y U to select from BP1 to BP4 that provides the best recept...

Page 15: ...Tune in to the radio station External equipment Connect and play the equipment Z External equipment 2 Press MEMORY REC 7 9 or USB REC 7 9 to start recording The name of the folder that keeps the recording is shown Note Wait for a few seconds for the system to prepare the USB device before you start recording When the next track of the CD DA disc is being recorded it will be shown on the display Pa...

Page 16: ...NCHRO mode Deleting recorded tracks 1 MEMORY Press MEMORY main unit MEMORY PAIRING to select MEMORY USB B Press USB main unit USB CD to select USB B 2 Press R T to select album 3 Press 2 or 6 to select the track 4 Press EDIT MODE to select the mode 5 Press OK The selected item to be deleted is shown 6 Press OK SURE NO is shown 7 Press Y U to select YES and then press OK WRITING is shown To cancel ...

Page 17: ... unit Press and hold DJ JUKEBOX OFF JUKEBOX is shown Note DJ jukebox effect is cancelled when you switch off the system change to another source or when recording BASS 4 to 4 Using the main unit 1 Press MANUAL EQ to select BASS MID or TREBLE 2 Press 2 3 or 5 6 to adjust the level MID TREBLE SURROUND ON SURROUND or OFF SURROUND default INPUT LEVEL For AUX 2 source NORMAL default or HIGH Note Select...

Page 18: ...e end time 5 Press R T to select the source you want to play or record and then press OK 6 For record timer press R T to select MEMORY or USB B to keep the recording and then press OK To start the timer 1 Prepare the audio source 2 Press PLAY REC to select the setting and then press OK The system must be switched off for the timer to operate To check the setting Press CLOCK TIMER to select PLAY or...

Page 19: ...rease the volume of the system and the portable audio equipment before you connect or disconnect the portable audio equipment 1 Connect the portable audio equipment Plug type Ø 3 5 mm stereo not supplied 2 Press RADIO EXT IN to select AUX 2 3 Play the portable audio equipment Others Bluetooth standby This function automatically switches on the system when you establish a Bluetooth connection from ...

Page 20: ...re than 32 GB cannot work in some conditions Slow operation of the USB device Large content size or large memory USB device takes longer time to read Bluetooth Pairing cannot be done Check the Bluetooth device condition The device is out of the 10 m communication range Move the device nearer to the system The device cannot be connected The pairing of the device was unsuccessful Do pairing again Th...

Page 21: ...econds When REMOTE 2 is shown press and hold OK and 2 for a minimum of 4 seconds TEMP NG The temperature protection circuit has been activated and the system will switch off Let the unit cool down before switching it on again Check that the ventilation opening of the unit is not obstructed Ensure this unit is well ventilated USB OVER CURRENT ERROR The USB device is using too much power Disconnect ...

Page 22: ...s Memory recording speed 1x 3x CD only Recording file format MP3 mp3 Bluetooth section Version Bluetooth Ver 2 1 EDR Class Class 2 Supported profiles A2DP AVRCP SPP Operating frequency 2 4 GHz band FH SS Operation distance 10 m line of sight Speaker section SB AKX78 Speaker unit s Super Woofer 20 cm cone type Woofer 8 cm cone type Tweeter 6 cm cone type Impedance High 3 Ω Low 2 Ω Dimensions W x H ...

Page 23: ...sonic The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages incorrect installation accident misuse neglect build up of dirt or dust abuse maladjustment of customer controls mains supply problems thunderstorm activity infestation by insects or vermin tampering or repair by unauthorised persons including unauthorised al...

Page 24: ...covery and recycling of old products and used batteries please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation By disposing of them correctly you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment For more information about collection and recycling please contact your local municipality Penaltie...

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