Panasonic SC-AK490 - Manual (Page 7)

Before using
7
RQT6085
30 mm
(1 3 / 16 ˝)
15 mm
( 19 / 32
˝)
1
2
3
GND
A
LOOP
EXT
AM AN
T
5 -12 m
( 16 – 40 ft.)
B
C
R L
(L) (R)
1
2
FM AN
T
( )
Connections
Shield braid
Core wire
Rear panel of this unit
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
AM loop
antenna
(included)
75 Ω coaxial cable (not included)
Analog player (not included)
AM outdoor antenna (not included)
Optional antenna connections
You may need an outdoor antenna if you use this system in a
mountainous region or inside a reinforced concrete building, etc.
FM outdoor antenna
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna if an FM outdoor antenna is in-
stalled.
1 Remove a piece of the outer vinyl insulator.
2 Twist the shield braid.
3 Expose the core wire.
Note
An outdoor antenna should be installed by a qualified technician only.
AM outdoor antenna
Connect the outdoor antenna without removing the AM loop antenna.
Run 5 to 12 m of vinyl-covered wire horizontally along a window or
other convenient location.
Note
When the unit is not in use, disconnect the outdoor antenna to prevent
possible damage that may be caused by lightning. Never use an
outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
External unit connection
• An analog player with a built-in phono equalizer can be connected.
• For details, refer to the instruction manual of the units which are to
be connected.
• When units other than those described above are to be connected,
please consult with your audio dealer.
A
B
C