Panasonic SC-ALL2 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Wireless Speaker System

Model No. SC-ALL2

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RQT0A27-1B

Accessories............................................................................................. 3

Unit care.................................................................................................. 4

About Bluetooth®..................................................................................... 5

Control reference guide........................................................................... 7

Network indicator illumination ................................................................. 8

Connections .......................................................................................... 10

Network settings.................................................................................... 12

Streaming music over the network........................................................ 21

Bluetooth® operations............................................................................ 30

AUX input .............................................................................................. 35

Rear surround ....................................................................................... 36

Firmware updates ................................................................................. 38

Others ................................................................................................... 39

Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 47

Specifications ........................................................................................ 52

How to use this manual

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Accessories

1 AC mains lead

For the black model: (K2CT2YY00097) For the white model: (K2CT2YY00110)

For the black model: (K2CQ2YY00119) For the white model: (K2CQ2YY00136)

(K2CJ2YY00101)

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≥ Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment. ≥ Product numbers provided in this operating instructions are correct as of May

2015. These may be subject to change.

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Unit care

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the cloth’s instructions.

∫ To dispose or transfer this unit

The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all the settings to the factory defaults to delete the user settings. (l 47, “To restore the settings to the factory defaults”)

≥ The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.

Disposal of Old Equipment Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, 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. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

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About Bluetooth

Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission.

∫ Frequency band used

This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

∫ Certification of this device

≥ This system conforms to frequency restrictions and has received

certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.

≥ The actions below are punishable by law in some countries:

– Taking apart or modifying the unit. – Removing specification indications.

∫ Restrictions of use

≥ Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth® equipped

devices is not guaranteed.

≥ All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ≥ Depending on the specifications and settings of a device, it can fail to

connect or some operations can be different.

≥ This system supports Bluetooth® security features. But depending on

the operating environment and/or settings, this security is possibly not sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.

≥ This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth® device.

∫ Range of use

Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m. The range can decrease depending on the environment, obstacles or interference.

∫ Interference from other devices

≥ This system may not function properly and troubles such as noise and

sound jumps may arise due to radio wave interference if this system is located too close to other Bluetooth® devices or the devices that use the

2.4 GHz band.

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≥ This system may not function properly if radio waves from a nearby

broadcasting station, etc. are too strong.

∫ Intended usage

≥ This system is for 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.).

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Control reference guide

Top view

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1 Display

2 Network indicator (l 8, 9)

3 Internet radio preset channel

switches [1] to [6] (l 28) (These switches are without illumination.)

Display switch and indicator [DISP]

5 Alarm switch and indicator [ ]

6 AUX switch and indicator [AUX]

7 Bluetooth

[]

switch and indicator

8 Network switch and indicator

[NET]

Enter WPS pairing mode (l 17) / firmware update mode (l 38)

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9 Standby/on switch and

indicator [Í/I]

Touch 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.

10 Volume control switch and

indicator [VOL –]/[VOL +]

Adjust the volume (0 (min) to 50 (max))

§ These switches work just by

touching the marks. Each time you touch the switch, there will be a beep sound. The beep sound can be set to off. (l 45)

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Network indicator illumination

The below illustrates the network indicator illumination patterns.

Network indicator Description

Illumination: blue/red Blinks alternately

≥ The unit is carrying out an internal

process.

– Wait for approximately 1 minute

before the blinking stops.

– Do not disconnect the AC mains lead.

Doing so may cause malfunction or damage.

Illumination: blue Blinks slowly

≥ The unit is ready for network setup.

(l 12)

Blinks

≥ The unit is waiting for the WPS

PUSH connection. (l 17)

Blinks fast

≥ The unit is waiting for the WPS PIN

code connection. (l 17)

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Network indicator Description

Illumination: blue Lights up

≥ The unit is connected to the

network.

Illumination: red Blinks

≥ The unit is connecting to the

network.

– When the network connection

cannot be established, the blinking keeps going. Check the network connection. (l 12)

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Connections

To a household mains socket

AC mains lead (supplied)

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≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (l 52) even when turned off. ≥ For the purpose of power conservation, disconnect the power supply if you will

not be using it for extended period of time. Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system. You have to set them again.

≥ This speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a TV,

PC or other magnetic devices.

≥ Do not disconnect the AC mains lead when the unit is on. Doing so may cause

malfunction or damage.

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Connection of an external device

Audio cable (not supplied) Plug type:

3.5 mm stereo

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≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions of the device.

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Network settings

“Using an Internet browser” (l 13)

≥ You can access this unit’s network settings from the Internet

browser on your smartphone or tablet, etc.

“Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)” (l 17)

≥ If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up a

connection by either pressing the WPS button, or entering the WPS PIN code.

“Using a LAN cable” (l 19)

≥ You can make a stable connection to the network with a LAN

cable.

You can stream music from a device on the network by using the Qualcomm® AllPlay™ smart media platform or DLNA feature. To use these features, this unit must join the same network as the device.

Qualcomm® AllPlay™ smart media platform is a product of Qualcomm Connected Experiences, Inc.

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Please update the unit’s firmware after the network settings are complete. (l38)

Choose a network setting method from the following.

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≥ The setting will be cancelled after the set time limit. In that case, try the setting

again.

≥ To cancel this setting in the middle, touch [Í/I] to turn off the unit.

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Using an Internet browser

Settings Wi-Fi Settings

≥ The following steps are based on a smartphone. ≥ Do not connect a LAN cable. Doing so will disable the Wi-Fi® function.

1 Turn this unit on.

2 Go to Wi-Fi

≥ Proceed to the next step after the network indicator changes from blinking in

blue and red to blinking slowly in blue

§ The blinking in blue starts after approximately 1 minute. If the blinking in

blue does not start, perform a network reset. (l 16)

settings on the device.

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3 Select “ALL2 _AJ” to connect to this unit.

Wi-Fi

≥ “” stands for a character that is unique to each set. ≥ This can take up to 1 minute to appear in your Wi-Fi list. ≥ If this operation does not work correctly, please repeat it several times. ≥ Make sure that DHCP is enabled for the network setting on your compatible

device.

[iOS_device]: The settings page will be automatically displayed in the Internet browser. [Except_iOS_device]: Open the Internet browser and refresh the page to display the settings page. ≥ If the settings page is not displayed, type “http://172.19.42.1/” into the URL

address field.

4 Type a device name and then select “Next”.

≥ The device name will be displayed as this unit’s name on the network. ≥ The guaranteed limit is 32 characters. ≥ The device name is set when “Next” is selected. ≥ You can also change the device name after the network connection is set

up. (l 20)

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5 Select your network name (SSID) and type the password.

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≥ Check the wireless router for the network name (SSID) and the password. ≥ A list of network names (SSIDs) will be appeared when you select the

“Network Name” box.

≥ To show the characters typed in the “Password” box, select “Show

Password”.

≥ If your network requires specific settings, deselect “DHCP” to disable DHCP.

– You can use specific IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary

DNS, etc.

6 Select “Connect” to apply the settings.

≥ When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up. ≥ Depending on the device, the connection complete screen may not be

displayed.

If the network indicator does not light up, check the network name (SSID) and the password, and then try the setting again.

7 Make sure to connect your compatible device back to your

home wireless network.

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≥ Enable Java and cookies in your browser settings.

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∫ Network standby

This unit will turn on automatically from standby mode when you select the unit as the output speakers.

≥ Network standby is normally active while the unit is connected to a network. ≥ The power consumption in standby mode will increase when the network

standby is active. To reduce the power consumption in standby mode, turn off the network standby.

To turn off the network standby

Touch and hold [NET] and [2] for at least 4 seconds

2 Touch [VOL –] or [VOL +] to select “OFF”. 3 Touch [DISP] to confirm the setting.

≥ To keep the network standby turned off, select a source other than “NET”

before switching the unit to standby mode.

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≥ To turn the function on, select “On” in step 2. ≥ If this function is set to on, the network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) remains active even

in standby mode. – The power consumption in standby mode will increase.

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If this function is set to off, the network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) is disabled in standby mode. – The network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) will be enabled when the unit is turned on. – The power consumption in standby mode will be reduced.

≥ If the network indicator is blinking in blue and red, wait until the blinking stops. ≥ When the unit is turned on by this feature, the beginning part of the music may

not be played back.

≥ Depending on the app, the conditions for activating this function may differ. ≥ The unit may not turn on even when selected as the output speakers. In that

case, start playback.

≥ The network standby is active if an alarm is turned on. (l 43)

∫ Network reset

1 Touch and hold [NET] and [1] for at least 4 seconds, “-- --” on the

display will start blinking.

2 Touch [NET] within 10 seconds, the network indicator starts blinking

blue/red.

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Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)

e.g.,

≥ Do not connect a LAN cable. Doing so will disable the Wi-Fi function.

A compatible wireless router may have the WPS identifier mark.

1 Turn this unit on.

≥ Proceed to the next step after the network indicator changes from blinking in

blue and red to blinking slowly in blue

§ The blinking in blue starts after approximately 1 minute. If the blinking in

blue does not start, perform a network reset. (l 16)

2 Touch and hold [NET] on the unit for at least 4 seconds.

≥ The network indicator (blue) blinks faster and “PUSH” is indicated on the

display.

3 Activate the WPS button on the wireless router.

≥ When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.

∫ Using the WPS PIN code

After step 2

3 Touch and hold [NET] again for at least 4 seconds.

≥ The network indicator (blue) blinks even faster and “PIn” is indicated on the

display.

4 Enter the PIN code “64428147” into the wireless router.

≥ When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.

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≥ Once the unit enters WPS PIN code mode, you cannot set up using the WPS

button. To use the WPS button, turn off and then on the unit, and redo the network settings.

≥ Depending on a router, other connected devices may temporarily lose their

connection.

≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless router.

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