Panasonic SC-PMX5 Leaflet

Play all tracks.

1TR

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

1ALBUM

Play one selected album on the disc.
Press [R, T] to select the album.

RND

Play a disc randomly.

1ALBUM RND

Play all tracks in one selected album 
randomly.
Press [R, T] to select the album.

Repeat playback.

Cancel repeat playback.

Note:
•  During random playback, you cannot skip to tracks 

which have been played or press the numeric buttons.

•  Playmode function does not work with “Program 

playback”.

•  The setting returns to the default “OFF PLAYMODE” 

when you open the disc tray.

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 [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.

Press [8].

Pause playback Press [4/9].

Press again to continue playback.

Press [R, T].

Press [2] or [6] 

(main unit: [2/3] or [5/6]).

Press and hold [3] or [5] 

(main unit: [2/3] or [5/6]).

You can view the available information on the display 
panel.

 : Track

 : 

Album

TAG : ID3 tags

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.

Press [Y, U] and then press [OK] to select the 

Press the numeric buttons, [2] or [6] (main unit: 

[2/3] or [5/6]) to select the preset station.

Press [DISPLAY] to view available information.
You can view information about the DAB broadcast, 
program type, ensemble label, frequency and time.

Press [Y, U] to select the desired setting and then 

To listen to primary service.

To listen to secondary services.
“   ” is shown.

Start auto clock adjustment.

Cancel auto clock adjustment.

Scan stations on frequencies used in 
Australia.

Scan stations on other frequencies.

Connector

iPod/iPhone
(not supplied)

Dock adapter 
(not supplied)

Connect the iPod/iPhone firmly.
Make sure to remove the iPod/iPhone from its case.
Make sure to align your iPod/iPhone with the 
connector when inserting.
Use a compatible dock adapter.

Press [iPod] and then press [4/9] to start 

Press [4/9] or [8].

Press [iPod MENU].

Press [R, T] and then press [OK].

Note:
•  Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove 

the iPod/iPhone and select the album, artist, etc. on the 
iPod/iPhone.

•  Operation results may vary depending on the iPod/

iPhone models.

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

operating instructions.

As of December 2011
Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before 
using this system.

iPod touch
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th generation
iPod nano
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th generation
iPod classic
iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G / 
iPhone

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

status.

•  Disconnect the iPod/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.

30 FM stations can be preset.

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.

Press [Y, U] to select “MONO” and then press 

[OK].
To cancel, select “STEREO”.
“MONO” is also cancelled when you change the 
frequency.

Press [Y, U] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT” 

Press [3] or [5] to tune in to the station.

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.

Press the numeric buttons, [2] or [6] (main unit: 

[2/3] or [5/6]) to select the preset station.

This is a 24-hour clock.

Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the time.

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

Note:
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 cancel, select “OFF”.

30 MIN → 60 MIN → 90 MIN → 120 MIN → OFF

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.

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

Preparation
Set the clock.

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

Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the start 

Press [#, PLAY].

“#PLAY” is shown.

To cancel, press [#, PLAY] again.

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

To check the settings
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “#PLAY”.

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.

You can connect a VCR, DVD player etc. and listen to the 
audio through this system.

Preparation
•  Disconnect the AC mains lead.
•  Switch off all equipment and read the appropriate 

operating instructions.

DVD player (not supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

Note:
•  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.

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

Press [EXT-IN] to select “USB” and then press 
[4/9] to start 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.

Compatible USB devices which are defined as mass 
storage class:
•  USB devices that support bulk-only transfer.
•  USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.

Note:
•  Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as 

albums.

•  Track must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
•  This system can access up to:

 

–

255 albums (including root folder)

 

–

2500 tracks

 

–

999 tracks in one album

•  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.

Press [Y, U] to select the desired setting.

-4 to +4

“ON SURROUND” or 
“OFF SURROUND”

“NORMAL” or “HIGH”

Adds punch to rock

For background music

Clarifies higher frequencies

Adds gloss to vocal

Cancels the sound effect

This function lets you enjoy a powerful bass effect.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
“PGM” is shown.

Press [R, T] to select the desired album.

Press [6] and then press the numeric buttons to 

Press [OK].
Do steps 2 through 4 again to program other tracks.

Press [4/9] to start playback.

Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.

Press [2] or [6] when “PGM” is 

shown in the stop mode.

Press [DEL] in the stop mode.

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.

•  This system can play CD-R/RW with CD-DA or MP3 

format content.

•  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 albums.

•  This system can access up to:

 

–

CD-DA: 99 tracks

 

–

MP3:  999 tracks, 255 albums (including root folder) 

and 20 sessions.

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

extended formats).

•  Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order 

you recorded them.

This system support DAB in “BAND III” bands.

Press [RADIO] to select “DAB/DAB+”.
If you select DAB/DAB+ for the first time, the system 
will start the “DAB AUTO SCAN” procedure.

Press [3] or [5] to select the frequency of the 

Press [RADIO MENU] to select “AUTOSCAN” and 
then press [OK].
“START?” is shown.

Press [OK].
“DAB AUTO SCAN” is shown.

Note:
If no station is detected, “SCAN FAILED” is shown.

20 channels can be preset.

Press [3] or [5] to select a station.

Press the numeric buttons to select a preset 
number.
Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more stations.

Note:
•  A station previously stored is overwritten when another 

station is stored in the same preset number.

•  You cannot preset a station when the station is not 

broadcasting or when you have selected a secondary 
service.

•  Previous station memory is cleared during auto scan.

When adjusting the antenna, you can check the reception 
quality.

Press [Y, U] to select frequency.

Frequency 
block

Frequency

Reception quality
0 (poor) to 8 (excellent)

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.

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 this system.

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.

DAB reception is poor.
•  Keep the antenna away from computers, TVs, other 

cables and cords.

•  Use an outdoor antenna.

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.

You cannot switch on the iPod/iPhone.
•  Examine that the battery of the iPod/iPhone is not 

depleted.

•  Switch off the iPod/iPhone and the system before you 

connect the iPod/iPhone. Connect the iPod/iPhone and 
try again.

No sound.
•  Switch off the iPod/iPhone and remove from the system. 

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

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 

longer time to read.

The elapsed time shown is different from the actual 
play time.
•  Transfer the data to another USB device or backup the 

data and reformat the USB device.

“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 device. Alternatively, reformat the USB 
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 device, iPod/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.

“NOT SUPPORT”
•  You have inserted an iPod/iPhone that cannot be played.
•  Switch off the iPod/iPhone and the system before you 

connect the iPod/iPhone. Connect the iPod/iPhone and 
try again.

“--:--”
•  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.

“DATA”
•  Data broadcast being received over the DAB broadcast 

signal, cannot be used on this system.

“SCRAMBLED”
•  The broadcast station being received cannot be 

accessed.

“NO SERVICE”
•  The station is currently not broadcasting.

“NO SIGNAL”
•  This station cannot be received. Check your antenna.

“SCAN FAILED”
•  Stations are not receivable. Check your antenna and try 

auto scanning.

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.

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.
“– – – – – – – –” is shown.

Release [1].

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

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

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