Panasonic SC-C70MK2 Owner’s Manual

Compact Stereo System
Basic Owner’s Manual
Système stéréo compact
Manuel d’utilisation Fonctions de base
SC-C70MK2
Music is borderless and timeless, touching people’s
hearts across cultures and generations.
from an unencountered sound awaits.
Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.
Sans frontières, la musique est aussi intemporelle,
touchant le coeur des gens en traversant les cultures
et les générations.
Tous les jours, nous attendons la révélation d’une
expérience émotionnelle authentique à partir d’un son
venu de nulle part.
Permettez-nous de vous emmener en voyage pour
redécouvrir la musique.
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Delivering the Ultimate Emotive Musical Experience to All
At Technics we understand that the listening experience is not purely about technology but the magical and emotional relationship between people and music.
We want people to experience music as it was originally intended and enable them to feel the emotional impact that enthuses and delights them.
Through delivering this experience we want to support the development and enjoyment of the world’s many musical cultures. This is our philosophy.
With a combination of our love of music and the vast high-end audio experience of the Technics team, we stand committed to building a brand that provides the ultimate emotive musical experience by music lovers, for music lovers.
Apportez à tous l’expérience musicale empreinte d’émotions
Chez Technics, nous savons que l’expérience de l’écoute n’est pas purement et simplement une question de technologie, mais de relation magique entre les personnes et la musique.
Nous voulons que tout un chacun puisse ressentir la musique telle qu’elle a été conçue à l’origine et lui permettre de ressentir le choc émotionnel qu’il brûle de connaître.
En apportant ce vécu, nous cherchons à accompagner le développement et le plaisir des nombreuses cultures musicales du monde. Telle est notre philosophie.
Ici et maintenant, alliant l’amour de la musique et la grande expérience musicale de l’équipe Technics, nous sommes pleinement déterminés à construire une marque qui apporte le vécu musical émotionnel aux fervents de la musique.
Director Directeur
Michiko Ogawa
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Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
• About descriptions in this Owner’s Manual
- Pages to be referred to are indicated as “○○”.
- The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
A more detailed owner’s manual is available in “Owner’s Manual” (PDF format).
• To read it, download it from the website. www.technics.com/support/downloads/oi/SC-C70MK2.html
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 05 Installation 07 Control reference guide 08 Connections 11 Network settings 12 Playing back CDs 16 Listening to FM/AM Radio 17 Using Bluetooth
®
18 Licenses 19 Specifications 20 Others 22
Accessories
AC power supply cord (1)
K2CG3YY00209
(ONLY FOR CANADA) The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the unit.
FM indoor antenna (1)
RSAX0002
AM loop antenna (1)
N1DYYYY00011
Remote control (1) N2QAYA000221
Batteries for remote control (2)
• Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual are correct as of August 2020.
• These may be subject to change.
• Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding­type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Warning
Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
- Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
- Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit.
- Use only the recommended accessories.
- Do not remove covers.
- Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
- Do not place heavy items on this unit.
AC power supply cord
• The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.
• Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely
connected to prevent electrical shock.
- An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a power socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Caution
Unit
• This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit.
• 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.
• Keep magnetic items away from the product. Powerful magnets inside the top cover and disc tray part may damage debit cards, travel cards (transit passes), clocks and other objects.
• Do not touch the speaker diaphragm on the bottom of this unit. Doing so may deform the diaphragm, and as a result, sound may not be output correctly.
Placement
• Place this unit on an even surface.
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
- Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built- in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
- Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
- Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
• Do not lift or carry this unit by holding the top cover or front of this unit. Doing so may cause this unit to fall, resulting in personal injury or malfunction of this unit.
Battery
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
• Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire.
- Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
- Do not heat or expose to flame.
- Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
- Do not take apart or short circuit.
- Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
- Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
Conforms to UL STD 62368-1. Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.62368-1.
THIS FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: ACJ-SC-C70MK2 IC: 216A-SCC70MK2
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm (7
For indoor use only
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
7
/8”) or more away from person’s body.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European
Avoid the use in the following conditions
• High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage or transportation.
• Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type.
• Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
• Extremely high temperature and/or extremely low air pressure that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
Union. If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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Installation
Installation
Turn off all the equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Be sure to raise this unit when moving, and do not drag this unit.
• Do not carry this unit by holding the subwoofer of the bottom of this unit.
Notes on the speakers
These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near TV, PC or other equipment easily influenced by magnetism.
• Playing music at high volumes for a long period can cause damage to the system and shorten the life of the system.
• Decrease the volume in the following conditions to prevent damage.
- When playing distorted sound
- When adjusting the sound quality
- When turning on/off this unit
For optimum sound effects
The quality and volume of the bass sound, sound localization performance, sound ambience, etc. will change depending on the installation location of this unit, listening position, room conditions, and other factors. Refer to the information below when installing this unit.
Determining the installation location
• Place this unit on a flat safe surface.
• To minimize the gap in audio quality between left and right, install this unit in the way that acoustic conditions (reflection and absorption of sound) around this unit can be the same.
Adjusting the distances between this unit and the wall
• If you install this unit close to a wall or a corner, the bass sound will be more powerful, however, if the unit is too close to it, sound localization performance and sound ambience may deteriorate. If this occurs, adjust the distance between this unit and the wall.
Adjusting with the Space Tune function
• You can adjust the sound quality automatically according to the installation location (near the wall or the corner of the room). Press and hold [SETUP] ([-SPACE TUNE AUTO]) to start the sound adjustment.
• A test tone outputs quite big while the measurement is in progress.
• To cancel the adjustment in the middle, press
].
[
• When the adjustment is complete, “Success” is displayed.
• You can also start the adjustment by pressing and holding [ Press [ is displayed.
] on the unit for 5 seconds.
] again while “Space Tune (Auto)”
Unit care
Pull out the AC power supply cord from the socket before maintenance. Clean this unit with a soft cloth.
• When dirt is heavy, wring a wet cloth tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a soft cloth.
• Do not use solvents including benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, chemical wiper, etc. Doing so may cause the exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.
To dispose of or transfer this unit
Before disposing of or transferring this unit, be sure to erase all the recorded information by restoring the settings to factory default.
Press [SETUP]. Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select
“Initialization” and then press [OK]. Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press
[OK].
• A confirmation screen appears. Select “Yes” in the following steps to restore all the settings to defaults.
Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press [OK] again.
• Before you dispose of or transfer this unit to a third party, be sure to log out of your music streaming services accounts to prevent unauthorized use of your accounts.
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Control reference guide
This unit (front)
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    
01 Standby/on switch ( )
• Press 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.
02 Top cover
• The top cover can slide to the both sides.
• The magnet is built-in to keep the top cover closing.
• Do not apply too much force to the top cover when sliding it. Doing so may cause malfunction.
• Do not leave the top cover open for a prolonged period. Doing so will cause the lens to become dirty.
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03 Power indicator
• Blue: The unit is on.
• Off: The unit is in standby mode.
04 Remote control signal sensor
• Reception distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft) directly in front
• Reception angle: Approx. 30° left and right
05 Headphones jack
• When a plug is connected, the speakers do not output sound.
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears.
06 Built-in microphone (for measurement)
07 Display
• Input source, clock, playback status, etc. are displayed.
08 Touch switches
• [FAV]: Select the favorite radio station or playlist (FM, AM, Internet Radio, Podcasts, etc.)
• [SELECT]: Switch the input source
], [ ], [ ], [ ]:
• [ Playback operation buttons (e.g. “CD”)
Stop [ ]
]
Pause
Skip [ ] [ ]
Search
• Each time you press the switch, a beep sound will be heard.
• Do not put any objects on the top panel of this unit.
09 Adjust volume
• 0 (min) to 100 (max)
[
• Press again to resume.
Press and hold [
].
[
] or
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This unit (rear)
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11 Bass reflex port 12 Product identification marking
• The model number is indicated.
13 AC IN terminal (
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14 AUX IN terminal
• You can connect a portable audio player, etc. with an analog audio cable (not supplied) and play back music.
15 Optical digital input terminal
• You can connect a DVD player, etc. with optical digital audio cable (not supplied) and play back music.
• The digital audio input terminal of this unit can only detect the following linear PCM signals. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
- Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
- Number of quantization bits: 16/24 bit
16 USB-A terminal
• You can connect a USB device to the unit and play back music stored on the USB device.
• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices. A more detailed owner’s manual is available in “Owner’s Manual” (PDF format). www.technics.com/support/
• Depending on a thickness of USB device, you may not connect USB device while LAN cable is connected.
)
DC 5 V 500 mA
10 Subwoofer
• Do not install this unit on the rough surface. Doing so may cause the subwoofer to be damaged.
• Do not hold the subwoofer when carrying this unit.
17 LAN terminal
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18 FM ANT terminal
( 11, 17)
19 AM ANT LOOP terminal
( 11, 17)
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Control reference guide (Continued)
Remote control
01 [ ]: Standby/on switch
• Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is
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

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

Using the remote control
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

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2
1
R03/LR03, AAA (Alkaline or manganese batteries)
Note
• Insert the battery so the terminals ( match those in the remote control.
• Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( 08)
• Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
and )
still consuming a small amount of power.
02 [CD]/[RADIO]/[
to be operated ( 16, 17, 18) 03 [>SELECT<]: Switch the input source 04 [MENU]: Enter menu ( 16, 17, 18) 05 [SETUP] ([-SPACE TUNE AUTO]): Enter setup
menu
• Press and hold [SETUP] ([-SPACE TUNE AUTO]) to start the adjustment with the Space Tune function. ( 07)
06 [+VOL-]: Adjust the volume
• 0 (min) to 100 (max)
07 [MUTE]: Mute the sound
• Press [MUTE] again to cancel. “MUTE” is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you turn the unit to standby.
08 Playback operation buttons 09 [FAV]: Select the favorite radio station or
playlist (FM, AM, Internet Radio, Podcasts, etc.)
• You can register up to 9 favorite stations. To register, press and hold [FAV] while the favorite station or playlist is played back, select the number to register and then press [OK].
10 [INFO]: View content information
• Press this button to display the track, artist, and album names, file type, sampling frequency, and other information. (The information varies depending on the input source.)
11 [
], [ ], [ ], [ ]/[OK]: Selection/OK 12 [RETURN]: Return to the previous display 13 [DIMMER]: Adjust the brightness of the
display, etc.
• When the display is turned off, it will light up for a few seconds only when you operate this unit. Before the display turns off, “Display Off” will be displayed for a few seconds.
• Press repeatedly to switch the brightness.
14 [PGM]: Set the program function 15 Numeric buttons, etc.
• To select a 2-digit number Example:
10] > [1] > [6]
16: [
• To select a 4-digit number Example: 1234: [
• [CLEAR]: Clear the entered value.
10] > [ 10] > [ 10] > [1] > [2] > [3] > [4]
-PAIRING]: Select the device
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Connections
FM antenna connection
Adhesive tape (not supplied)
FM ANT terminal
Insert the antenna plug to be connected all the way in.
FM indoor antenna
• Tape the antenna to a wall or column at the position with the least amount of interference.
(supplied)
2
Insert
3
Clicks!
• Install the antenna at the position with the least amount of interference.
AC power supply cord connection
Connect only after all other connections are completed.
AC IN terminal
AM loop antenna connection
AM ANT LOOP terminal
AM loop antenna (supplied)
Push
How to assemble 1
Fold
To a household AC outlet
• Use only the supplied AC power supply cord.
• Insert the plugs of the cables to be connected all the way in.
• Do not bend cables at sharp angles.
• Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi this unit is turned on. If you stop the Wi-Fi setting, select “No” in “Wi-Fi Setup” screen. Select “Yes” to keep the Wi-Fi setting. ( 13)
Note
• This unit consumes a small amount of AC power ( 20) even when the unit is in standby mode. Remove the plug from the main electrical outlet if you will not be using the unit for an extended period of time. Place the unit so the plug can be easily removed.
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) setting may start when
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Network settings
You can stream online music services or music files from your smartphone/tablet to this unit. To use these features, this system must join the same internet-connected network as the compatible device.
This unit can be connected to a router using a LAN cable or built-in Wi-Fi®. For a stable connection to the network, a wired LAN connection is recommended.
Note
• If you try to change the network settings immediately after turning on this unit, it may take some time until the network setup screen is displayed.
• If “Firmware update is available” is displayed after the network connection is set up, the firmware for this unit is available.
- For the update information, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/
Preparation
If you install the “Google Home” app on your smartphone/tablet, you can set up a connection using the application.
• When using the Chromecast-enabled apps to play music on this unit, set up a connection using the “Google Home” app.
• Make sure that the Wi-Fi function is activated on your smartphones/tablet.
1 Install the “Google Home” app on
your smartphone/tablet.
• To download the “Google Home” app, visit: https://www.google.com/cast/setup/
2 Connect your smartphone/tablet to
the same network as this unit before setting.
• Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.
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Wired LAN connection
LAN cable (not supplied)
Broadband router, etc.
1 Disconnect the AC power supply
cord.
2 Connect this unit to a broadband
router, etc. using a LAN cable.
3 Connect the AC power supply cord to
this unit, and press [
• When the connection is established,
” is displayed.
4 Press [>SELECT<] to select
“Chromecast built-in”.
5 Start the “Google Home” app and
follow the on-screen instructions to set up a connection. ( 14)
Note
• While the AC power supply cord is disconnected, the LAN cable must be connected or disconnected.
• Use category 7 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to peripheral devices.
• Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN port can damage the unit.
• When a LAN cable is connected, the Wi-Fi function may be disabled.
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Wireless LAN connection
Preparation
Disconnect the AC power supply cord. Disconnect the LAN cable. Place this unit as close to the wireless router
as possible. Connect the AC power supply cord to this
unit. ( 11)
Note
• The setting will be cancelled after the set time limit. In that case, try the setting again.
• To cancel this setting in the middle, press [ or turn the unit to standby mode.
• When the connection is established, “ displayed. ( 14)
Network setting for the first time using the “Google Home” app
1 Press [ ] to turn this unit on.
• “Wi-Fi Setup” is displayed.
2 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and
then press [OK].
3 Start the “Google Home” app and
follow the on-screen instructions.
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Note
• This unit will be displayed as “Technics-SC- C70MK2­(“
” stands for characters unique to each
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set.)
• You can check your network information (SSID, MAC address and IP address) from the “Google Home” app or “Technics Audio Center” app.
• Some items on the “Google Home” app are irrelevant to this unit.
• When this unit is switched to standby mode and turned on before the Wi-Fi setting is complete, “Wi-Fi Setup” is displayed. Set “Wi-Fi Menu” to “Off” to turn off the display.
” if the device name is not set.
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” is
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Network settings (Continued)
Setting the network from the setup
Using the “Google Home” app
“Wi-Fi Setup”
menu
When using the Chromecast-enabled apps to
1 Press [>SELECT<] to select
“Chromecast built-in”.
2 Press [SETUP]. 3 Press [
], [ ] repeatedly to select
“Network” and then press [OK].
• When “Wi-Fi Menu” screen is displayed, press [OK].
4 Press [ ], [ ] to select “On” and
then press [OK]. (The wireless LAN function is enabled.)
5 Press [
], [ ] to select “Wi-Fi Setup”
and then press [OK].
• “Setting” is displayed.
6 Start the “Google Home” app and
follow the on-screen instructions. (As follows)
play music on this unit, you need to set up a network connection using “Google Home” app.
1 Start the “Google Home” app and
follow the on-screen instructions to set up a connection.
• When the connection is established, “Success” is displayed.
- “Fail” may be displayed if the connection was not complete. Try this method again from the setup menu. If “Fail” is still displayed, try other methods.
2 Press [OK] to exit the setting.
Note
• This unit will be displayed as “Technics-SC- C70MK2­(“
” stands for characters unique to each
****
set.)
• You can check your network information (SSID, MAC address and IP address) from the “Google Home” app or “Technics Audio Center” app.
• Some items on the “Google Home” app are irrelevant to this unit.
” if the device name is not set.
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