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 USING AN iPod OR iPhone (continued)

Playing discs

Press [

x

, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to 

open the disc tray.

Put in a disc with the label facing up.
Press [

x

, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the disc 

tray.

Press [CD] and then press [

4

/

9

] to start 

playback.

Stop 
playback

Press [

8

] during playback.

Pause 
playback

Press [

4

/

9

] during playback.

Press again to continue playback.

Skip album

Press [

R

T

].

Skip track

Press [

2

] or [

6

] (main unit: 

[

2

/

3

] or [

5

/

6

]).

Search 
through track

Press and hold [

3

] or [

5

(main unit: [

2

/

3

] or 

[

5

/

6

]).

Repeat playback

You can repeat “Program playback” or other 
selected “Playmode function”.

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “REPEAT”.

Press [

Y

U

] to select “ON REPEAT” and then 

press [OK].

” is shown.

To cancel, select “OFF REPEAT”.

Playmode function

Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PLAYMODE”.

Press [

Y

U

] and then press [OK] to select 

the desired mode.

OFF 
PLAYMODE

Play all tracks.

1-TRACK

1TR

Play one selected track on the disc.
Press the numeric buttons to select 
the track.

1-ALBUM

1ALBUM

Play one selected album on the 
disc.
Press [

R

T

] to select the album.

RANDOM

RND

Play a disc randomly.

1- ALBUM 
RANDOM

1ALBUM RND

Play all tracks in one selected 
album randomly.
Press [

R

T

] to select the album.

Note:

• During random playback, you cannot skip to 

tracks which have been played or press the 
numeric buttons.

• This function does not work with “Program 

playback”.

• The setting returns to the default “OFF 

PLAYMODE” when you open the disc tray.

Viewing available information

You can view the available information on the display 
panel.

Press [DISPLAY].
Note:

• Maximum characters that can be shown: 

approximately 16

• This system supports ver. 1.0, 1.1 and 2.3 ID3 

tags.

• Text data that the system does not support can 

show differently.

Connector

Press to open the cover and insert a 
compatible dock adapter.

iPhone 
(not included)

Dock adapter 
(not included)

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.

 Setting the clock

This is a 24-hour clock.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.

Within 10 seconds, press [

R

T

] to set the 

time.

Press [OK].

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to show the clock for a few 
seconds.

Note:

Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

 Sleep timer

The sleep timer switches off the system after the 
set time.

Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).

To cancel, select “OFF”.

OFF

120 MIN

90 MIN

30 MIN

60 MIN

To show the remaining time

Press [SLEEP].

Note:

• The sleep timer can be used together with the 

play timer.

• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to 

set an overlap of timers.

Manual tuning

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: 
[RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)]) to select “FM” or 
“AM”.

Press [

3

] or [

5

] to select the frequency 

of the required station.

To tune automatically, press and hold the button 
until the frequency starts changing quickly.

To improve the sound quality

When “FM” is selected

Press [RADIO MENU] to select “FM MODE”.

Press [

Y

U

] to select “MONO” and then 

press [OK].

To cancel, select “STEREO”.

• “MONO” is also cancelled when you change the 

frequency.

• Switch off “MONO” for normal listening.

When “AM” is selected

Press [RADIO MENU] to select “B.PROOF”.

Press [

Y

U

] to select “BP 1” or “BP 2” and 

then press [OK].

AM allocation setting

 (by main unit only)

This system can also receive AM broadcasts 
allocated in 10 kHz steps.

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)] to select “FM” 
or “AM”.

Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)].

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 erased.

Program playback

This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

“PGM” is shown.

Press the numeric buttons to select the 
desired track.

Do this step again to program other tracks.

Press [

4

/

9

] to start playback.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press [

R

T

] to select the desired album.

Press [

6

] and then press the numeric 

buttons to select the desired track.

Press [OK].

Do steps 2 through 4 again to program other 
tracks.

Press [

4

/

9

] to start playback.

Cancel 
program 
mode

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop 
mode.

Replay the 
program

Press [PROGRAM] and then press 
[

4

/

9

].

Check 
program 
contents

Press [

2

] or [

6

] when “PGM” 

is shown in the stop mode. 
To check while programming, 
press [PROGRAM] two times after 
“PGM” is shown, then press [

2

or [

6

].

Clear the 
last track

Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

Clear all 
programmed 
tracks

Press [

8

] in the stop mode. 

“CLR ALL” is shown. Within 
5 seconds, press [

8

] again.

Note:

The program memory is cleared when you open the 
disc tray.

Note on CDs

• This system can access up to 99 tracks.
• This system can play MP3 files and CD-DA format 

audio CD-R/RW that have been finalised.

• This system can fail to play some CD-R/RW 

because of the condition of the recording.

Note on MP3s

• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated 

as albums.

• This system can access up to 999 tracks, 

255 albums (including root folder) and 
20 sessions.

• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except 

for extended formats).

• To play in a certain order, prefix the folder and file 

names with 3-digit numbers in the order you want 
them to play.

Limitations on MP3 playback

• If you have recorded MP3s on the same disc as 

CD-DA, only the format recorded in the first 
session can be played.

• Some MP3s cannot be played because of the 

condition of the disc or recording.

• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the 

order you recorded them.

Connect the iPod or iPhone firmly.

Make sure to remove the iPod or iPhone from 
its case.

 Press [iPod] and then press [

4

/

9

] to start 

playback.

Pause 
playback

Press [

4

/

9

] or [

8

].

Skip track

Press [

2

] or [

6

(main unit: [

2

/

3

] or 

[

5

/

6

]).

Search the 
current track

Press and hold [

3

] or 

[

5

] (main unit: [

2

/

3

or [

5

/

6

]).

View iPod or 
iPhone menu, 
Return to 
previous menu

 Press [iPod MENU] in the 
play mode.

Select an iPod 
or iPhone 
menu item

Press [

R

T

] and then press 

[OK].

Note:

• Make sure to align your iPod or iPhone with the 

connector when inserting the iPod or iPhone.

• The operations may vary or not work depending 

on the iPod or iPhone models.

• Depending on the model, it may be necessary to 

remove the iPod or iPhone and select the album, 
artist, etc. on the iPod or iPhone.

• Read the User Guide of the iPod or iPhone for the 

operating instructions.

Charging an iPod or iPhone

An iPod or iPhone is charged automatically when 
connected to the system (even when the system is 
in standby mode).
• See the iPod or iPhone display for its battery 

charging status.

• Disconnect the iPod or iPhone if it is not used 

for an extended period of time after charging is 
complete.

• Charging stops when the battery is fully charged. 

The battery will deplete naturally.

Compatible iPod and iPhone

Update your iPod or iPhone with the latest software 
before using this system.
Compatibility depends on the software version of 
your iPod or iPhone.
• iPod touch 4th generation (8GB, 32GB, 64GB)
• iPod nano 6th generation (8GB, 16GB)
• iPod touch 3rd generation (32GB, 64GB)
• iPod nano 5th generation (video camera) 

(8GB, 16GB)

• iPod touch 2nd generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
• iPod classic [120GB, 160GB (2009)]
• iPod nano 4th generation (video) (8GB, 16GB)
• iPod classic (160GB) (2007)
• iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
• iPod nano 3rd generation (video) (4GB, 8GB)
• iPod classic (80GB)
• iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) 

(2GB, 4GB, 8GB)

• iPod 5th generation (video) (60GB, 80GB)
• iPod 5th generation (video) (30GB)
• iPod nano 1st generation (1GB, 2GB, 4GB)
• iPhone 4 (16GB, 32GB)
• iPhone 3GS (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
• iPhone 3G (8GB, 16GB)
• iPhone (4GB, 8GB, 16GB)

Note on iPhone

• All phone features can only be controlled by the 

touch screen of the iPhone.

• The system does not show incoming calls or the 

phone status.

• Playback will stop when there is an incoming call.
• A call is not cancelled when you connect or 

disconnect the iPhone from the system.

• There is no Apple Inc. specification that will 

guarantee the above iPhone response. iPhone 
responses can be different on newer models or 
with new software.

Play timer

You can set the timer to come on at a certain time 
to wake you up.

Switch on the system and set the clock.

Prepare the music source you want to listen to 
(disc, radio, USB, iPod or iPhone) and set the 
volume.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “

#

PLAY 1”, 

#

PLAY 2” or “

#

PLAY 3”.

Within 10 seconds, press [

R

T

] to set the 

start time.

Press [OK].

Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.

To start the timer

Press [

#

, PLAY] to start “

#

PLAY 1”, 

#

PLAY 2” or “

#

PLAY 3”.

 Press [

`

] to switch off the system.

The system must be switched off for the timer to 
operate.

Change 
the 
settings

Do steps 1 through 4 and 6 again 
(

Z

 above).

Change 
the 
source or 
volume

1) Press [

#

, PLAY] two times to 

remove the timer indicator on 
the display panel.

2) Change the source or volume.
3) Do steps 5 and 6 (

Z

 above).

Check 
the 
settings

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select 

#

PLAY 1”, “

#

PLAY 2” or 

#

PLAY 3”.

Cancel 

Press [

#

, PLAY] two times to 

remove the timer indicator on the 
display panel.

Note:

• The timer starts at a low volume and increases 

gradually to the preset level.

• The timer comes on at the set time every day if 

the timer is on.

• If you switch off the system and switch on again 

while a timer is in operation, the timer will not stop 
at the end time.

Automatic presetting

30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.

Preparation

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: 
[RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)]) to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press [OK] to select “LOWEST” or 
“CURRENT” frequency.

Press [RADIO MENU] to select “A.PRESET” 
and then press [OK].

“START?” is shown.

Press [OK] to start presetting.

Manual presetting

30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.

Preparation

Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] (main unit: 
[RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)]) to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press [

3

] or [

5

] to tune in to the 

station.

Press [PROGRAM].

Press the numeric buttons to select a preset 
number.

Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more 
stations.
The new station replaces any station that 
occupies the same preset number.

Selecting a preset station

Press the numeric buttons, [

2

] or [

6

(main unit: [

2

/

3

] or [

5

/

6

]) to select the 

preset station.

 5 

DISCS

 6 

USING AN iPod OR iPhone

 12 

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote control of this system, change the remote 
control code for this system.

 11 

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

 USB

You can connect and play MP3 tracks from your 
USB mass storage device.
Do not use a USB extension cable. The system 
cannot recognise USB mass storage device 
connected through a cable.

Decrease the volume and connect the USB 
mass storage device to the USB port.

Press [RADIO/EXT-IN] (main unit: 
[RADIO, EXT-IN(USB)] to select “USB” and 
then press [

4

/

9

] to start playback.

Stop 
playback

Press [

8

] during playback.

“RESUME” is shown.
Press [

4

/

9

] to continue playback 

from the start of the track.
OR
Press [

8

] two times to stop the 

playback fully.

For other operations, refer to “DISCS”.

Compatible devices

• USB mass storage devices that support bulk-only 

transfer.

• USB mass storage devices that support USB 2.0 

full speed.

Supported format

• Folders are defined as album.
• Files are defined as track.
• Track must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT 

12/16/32 file system is supported).

• Some files can fail to work because of the sector 

size.

Note:

• Maximum album:  255 albums (including root 

folder)

• Maximum track: 2500 tracks
• Maximum track in one album: 999 tracks

 Connecting to headphones

Connect the headphones to the headphones jack.
Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo (not included)
• Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to 

prevent hearing damage.

• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 

headphones can cause hearing loss.

• Listening at full volume for long periods may 

damage the user’s ears. Be sure to use the 
supplied or recommended headphones or 
earphones.

 10 

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT

 Changing the sound quality

Press [SOUND] to select a sound effect.

Within 3 seconds, press [

Y

U

] to select the 

desired setting.

BASS

-4 to +4

TREBLE

SURROUND

“ON SURROUND” or 
“OFF SURROUND”

By main unit only

Press [BASS/TREBLE] to select “BASS” or 
“TREBLE”.

Press [

2

/

3

] or [

5

/

6

] to adjust the 

level.

Preset EQ

Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.

HEAVY

Adds punch to rock

SOFT

For background music

CLEAR

Clarifies higher frequencies

VOCAL

Adds gloss to vocal

FLAT

Cancels the sound effect

D.BASS

This function lets you enjoy a powerful bass effect.

Press [D.BASS] to select “ON D.BASS” or 
“OFF D.BASS”.

 9 

SOUND EFFECTS

 8 

CLOCK AND TIMERS

 7 

RADIO

Common problems

No operations can be done with the remote 
control.

• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.

Sound is distorted or no sound.

• Increase the volume.
• 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 this system.

Discs

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.

Radio

A beat sound is heard.

• Switch off the TV or move it away from the 

system.

• Set to “BP 1” or “BP 2” when in AM tuner mode.

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

• Move the antenna away from other cables and 

cords.

iPod or iPhone

You cannot switch on the iPod or iPhone.

• Examine that the battery of the iPod or iPhone is 

not depleted.

• Switch off the iPod or iPhone and the system 

before you connect the iPod or iPhone. Connect 
the iPod or iPhone and try again.

No sound.

• Switch off the iPod or iPhone and remove from the 

system. Connect the iPod or iPhone to the system 
and switch it on and play it again.

USB

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

• The format of the USB mass storage device or 

the contents in it is/are not compatible with the 
system.

• USB mass storage devices with storage capacity 

of more than 32 GB cannot work in some 
conditions.

Slow operation of the USB mass storage device.

• Large content size or large memory USB mass 

storage device takes longer time to read.

The elapsed time shown is different from the 
actual play time.

• Transfer the data to another USB mass storage 

device or backup the data and reformat the USB 
mass storage device.

Main unit displays

“NO PLAY”

• Examine the content. You can only play supported 

format.

• If there are more than 255 albums or folders 

(audio and non-audio), some of the MP3 files in 
these albums cannot be read and played. Transfer 
these music albums to another USB mass storage 
device. Alternatively, reformat the USB mass 
storage device and save these music albums prior 
to saving the other non-audio folders.

“F61” or “F76”

• There is a power supply problem.

“ERROR”

• An incorrect operation was done. Read the 

instructions and try again.

“NOT MP3/ERROR”

• An unsupported MP3 format. The system will skip 

that track and play the next one.

“VBR–”

• The system cannot show the remaining play time 

for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.

“NODEVICE”

• The USB mass storage device, iPod or iPhone is 

not connected. Examine the connection.

“NO DISC”

• You have not put in a disc or put in a disc that the 

system cannot play (refer to “DISCS”).

“NOT SUPPORT”

• You have inserted an iPod or iPhone that cannot 

be played.

“--:--”

• You connected the AC mains lead for the first 

time or there was a power failure recently. Set the 
clock.

“ADJUST CLOCK”

• Clock is not set. Adjust the clock accordingly.

“ADJUST TIMER”

• Play timer is not set. Adjust the play timer 

accordingly.

“PGM FULL”

• The number of programmed tracks is more than 

24.

Memory reset (Initialisation)

When the following situations occur, refer to the instructions below to reset the memory:
• There is no response when buttons are pressed.
• You want to clear and reset the memory contents.

To reset the memory

Disconnect the AC mains lead.
(Wait 3 minutes before you continue with step 2.)

While you press and hold [

1

] on the main unit, connect the AC mains lead again.

“– – – – – – – –” shows on the display panel.

Release [

1

].

All the settings are set back to the factory preset.
It is necessary to set the memory items again.

To set the code to “REMOTE 1”

Press and hold [CD] on the main unit and [1] 
on the remote control until “REMOTE 1” is 
shown.

Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of 
4 seconds.

To set the code to “REMOTE 2”

Press and hold [CD] on the main unit and [2] 
on the remote control until “REMOTE 2” is 
shown.

Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of 
4 seconds.

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