Panasonic SC-HC49, SC-HC49DB User Manual

Operating Instructions

Compact Stereo System

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Model No. SC-HC49DB

SC-HC49

Included Installation Instructions (l 2 and 20, 21)

The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.

Before commencing work, carefully read these installation instructions and the operating instructions to ensure that installation is performed correctly. (Please keep these instructions. You may need them when maintaining or moving this unit.)

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Safety precautions

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure A

Fuse (5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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 mains lead

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

– Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the

voltage printed on this unit. – Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. – Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead. – Do not handle the plug with wet hands. – Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the

plug. – Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

≥ The mains plug is the disconnecting device.

Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

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.

≥ (For Australia and New Zealand) This unit is intended for use

in moderate climates.

≥ (For Asia and the Middle East) This unit is intended for use in

tropical climates.

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.

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.

≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local

authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

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Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of the unit.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Table of contents

Safety precautions ............................................ 2

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

Control reference guide ................................... 4

Connections ...................................................... 5

Inserting media ................................................. 6

Bluetooth

Media playback controls .................................. 8

[SC-HC49DB] Listening to DAB+ ....................... 10

Listening to FM/AM radio ............................... 12

Sound adjustment .......................................... 13

Clock and Timer .............................................. 13

Others .............................................................. 14

Troubleshooting .............................................. 15

Unit and media care........................................ 17

About Bluetooth

Playable media ................................................ 18

Licenses .......................................................... 18

Attaching the support pad to this unit.......... 19

Attaching the unit to a wall (optional) ........... 20

Specifications.................................................. 22

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA)

operations ...................................... 7

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Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

∏ 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000945)

∏ 1 Battery for remote control

(For Australia and New Zealand)

∏

1 AC mains lead

∏

(For Asia and the Middle East)

3 AC mains leads

[SC-HC49DB]

∏

1 DAB indoor antenna

∏ [SC-HC49]

1 FM indoor antenna

∏

[SC-HC49] (Australia and New Zealand only)

1 AM loop antenna

∏ 1 Pad sheet

(support pad)

Wall mounting accessories

∏ 1 Safety holder

∏ 2 Wall mount

brackets

About descriptions in these operating instructions

≥ Pages to be referred to are indicated as “l ±±”. ≥ Unless otherwise indicated, operations are described using

the remote control.

≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models

SC-HC49DB and SC-HC49. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-HC49DB. [SC-HC49DB] :indicates features applicable to SC-HC49DB only. [SC-HC49] :indicates features applicable to SC-HC49 only.

∏ 1 Screw

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≥ Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment. ≥ Product numbers provided in these operating instructions are

correct as of February 2014. These may be subject to change.

≥ (For Asia and the Middle East)

Please use the supplied AC mains lead suitable for the household mains socket.

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Control reference guide

Top view

(Alkaline or manganese battery)

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (Í)

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.

2 Select the audio source

On this unit:

“CD” ---. “BLUETOOTH” ---. “IPOD_DOCK” ---. “USB”*

^"--" (“AM”)*2 ,------- “FM” ,------- (“DAB+”)*3 ,"----}

On the remote control:

[ ]: “BLUETOOTH” [iPod/USB]: “IPOD_DOCK” ,. “USB”*

[CD/RAD IO]: “CD” ------------. (“DAB+”)*

^"""--""" (“AM”)*

-----------. “FM”

(""--"""}

3 Basic playback control buttons 4 Adjust the volume (0 (min) to 50 (max)) 5 Open or close the sliding door 6 Bluetooth

≥ Press to select “BLUETOOTH” as the audio source. ≥ Press and hold to enter pairing mode (l 7) or

-pairing button

disconnect a Bluetooth

device (l 8).

7 NFC touch area (l 7) 8 Port for iPhone/iPad/iPod and USB devices (l 6)

Select “USB”*1 as the audio source.

9 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m directly in front Angle: Approx. 30o left and right

10 Display 11 Sliding door 12 Dock for iPhone/iPod

Select “IPOD_DOCK” as the audio source.

13 Enter setup menu 14 Enter the iPhone/iPod menu /

Change the displayed information

15 Enter sound menu 16 Dim the display panel

Press again to cancel.

17 Mute the sound

Press again to cancel. “MUTE” is also cancelled when the volume is adjusted or the unit is turned off.

18 Enter playback menu 19 Selection/OK

∫ Using the remote control

Insert the battery so the terminals (i and j) match those in the remote contr ol. Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit.

≥ To avoid interference, please do not put any objects in front of

signal sensor.

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*1: The display will automatically change to “IPOD_PORT”

when a compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod is connected to the port for iPhone/iPad/iPod.

*2: Only available for [SC-HC49] (Australia and New Zealand

only)

*3: Only available for [SC-HC49DB]

Connections

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(Asia and the Middle East only)

(Australia and New Zealand only)

DAB indoor antenna (supplied)

Be sure to tighten the nut fully.

Adhesive tape (not supplied)

AM loop antenna (supplied)

Adhesive tape

(not supplied)

FM indoor antenna

(supplied)

To a mains socket

AC mains lead (supplied)

Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are completed.

This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (l 22) even when turned off.

≥

In the interest o f energy con servation , if you will not be using this unit for an extended period o f time, unplug it from the mains socket.

This unit can receive DAB+ and FM stations with the DAB antenna.

Connect the antenna(s).

Adhesive tape (not supplied)

FM indoor antenna

(supplied)

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≥ These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a TV, personal computer or other magnetic devices. ≥ Tape the DAB/FM antenna to a wall or column in a position with the least amount of interference. ≥ [SC-HC4 9DB] If radio reception is poor, use a DAB outdoor antenna (not supplied). ≥ [SC-HC49] If radio reception is poor, use a FM outdoor antenna with a right angle type connector (not supplied).

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Inserting media

∫ Connecting an iPhone/iPod* with Lightning connector

When you connect a compatible device to the port or the dock during “USB” or “IPOD_DOCK” mode, the selector will automatically select the corresponding source for the device.

Press [iPod/USB] to select “IPOD_DOCK”.

To close the dock

Press and hold [PUSH CLOSE] while closing the dock.

Press [iPod/USB] to select “USB”.

The display will automatically change to “IPOD_PORT” when a compatible iPhone/ iPad/iPod is connected to the port.

≥ When connecting an iPhone/iPad/iPod, use the dedicated USB cable (not supplied). ≥ Insert the USB device directly. Do not use any USB extension cable. ≥ Please disconnect the USB device if you finish using. ≥ Before removing the USB device, select a source other than “USB”.

≥ Make sure to tilt the disc so as not to touch the sliding door. ≥ Do not open the sliding door manually.

The label side

Pad (supplied)

≥ Attach the pad before using the dock. (l 19)

Lightning connector

∫ Inserting a CD

≥ Be sure to remove the iPhone/iPod from its case. ≥ Make sure that the iPhone/iPod is fully inserted and its back is resting against the pad. ≥ Make sure to hold the dock when removing the iPhone/iPod.

∫ Connecting an iPhone/iPad/iPod* or USB device

When you connect a compatible device to the port or the dock during “USB” or “IPOD_DOCK” mode, the selector will automatically select the corresponding source for the device.

* Refer to “Playable media” for compatible models. (l 18)

∫ Charging an iPhone/iPad/iPod

During unit on, charging starts when an iPhone/iPad/iPod is connected to this unit.

≥ To continue charging from the USB cable connection during standby mode, make sure the iPhone/iPad/iPod has started charging

before turning the unit to standby mode.

≥ During standby mode, charging will start as usual from the Lightning connector. ≥ Check the iPhone/iPad/iPod to see if the battery is fully charged. (Once fully charged, remove the iPhone/iPad/iPod.)

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≥ Make sure that the unit does not fall when inserting or removing media.

≥ When moving this unit, be sure to remove all media and turn this unit to standby mode.

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Bluetooth® operations

You can listen to the sound from the Bluetooth® audio device from this unit wirelessly.

≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth ≥ If you intend to use an NFC (Near Field Communication)-compatible Bluetooth

Connection (Connecting by NFC)”.

device for details.

device, proceed to “One-Touch

Connecting via Bluetooth® menu

Preparation

≥ Turn on the Bluetooth

place the device near this unit.

feature of the device and

∫ Pairing with Bluetooth® devices

1 Press [ ] to select “BLUETOOTH”.

{. If “PAIRING” is indicated on the display, go to step 4.

To enter pairing mode*

2 Press [PLAY MENU] to select “PAIRING”. 3 Press [ 3, 4] to select “OK? YES” and then press

[OK].

To pair with a device

device.

device’s

4 Select “SC-HC49” from the Bluetooth

Bluetooth

{. The name of the connected device is indicated on the

menu.

display for a few seconds.

5 Start playback on the Bluetooth

* You can also enter pairing mode by pressing and holding

[ -PAIRING] on the unit.

∫ Connecting a paired Bluetooth® device

1 Press [ ] to select “BLUETOOTH”.

{. “READY” is indicated on the display.

2 Select “SC-HC49” from the Bluetooth

Bluetooth

{. The name of the connected device is indicated on the

menu.

display for a few seconds.

3 Start playback on the Bluetooth

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≥ If prompted for the passkey, input “0000”. ≥ You can register up to 8 devices with this unit. If a 9th device

is paired, the device that has not been used the longest will be replaced.

≥ This unit can only be connected to one device at a time. ≥ When “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the source, this unit will

automatically try and connect to the last connected

Bluetooth

device.

device’s

One-Touch Connection (Connecting by NFC)

For NFC-compatible AndroidTM devices only

Simply by touching an NFC (Near Field Communication)-compatible Bluetooth unit, you can complete all preparations, from registering a Bluetooth

device to establishing a

device on the

connection.

Preparation

≥ Turn on the NFC feature of the device. ≥ An droid device version lower than 4.1 requires the

installation of the app “Panasonic Music Streaming” (Free of charge).

1 Enter “Panasonic Music Streaming” in the search box of

Google Play Music Streaming”.

2 Start the app “Panasonic Music Streaming” on the device.

– Follow on-screen instructions on your device. – Always use the latest version of the app.

to search, and then select “Panasonic

1 Press [ ] to select “BLUETOOTH”. 2 Touch and hold your device on the NFC touch area

of this unit [ ]. (l 4)

{. Once the registration and connection of the Bluetooth®

device is complete, the name of the connected device is indicated on the display for a few seconds. Move the device away from the unit.

≥ When the connection is not established even if your

device has touched the NFC touch area, move the device so it can be detected.

3 Start playback on the Bluetooth

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≥ If you touch another device to this unit, you can update the

≥ If the image and sound are out of sync during playback,

≥ When the connection is established, the playback may start

≥ The One-Touch Connection may not work prop erly

Bluetooth be disconnected automatically.

restart the playback app you are using.

automatically depending on the type of device being used.

depending on the type of device being used.

connection. The previously connected device will

device.

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Bluetooth® transmission mode

You can change the transmission mode to prioritise transmission quality or sound quality.

Preparation

≥ Press [ ] to select “BLUETOOTH”. ≥ If a Bluetooth

disconnect it.

device is already connected,

1 Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select

“LINK MO DE”.

2 Press [3, 4] to select the mode and then press

[OK].

MODE 1: Emphasis on connectivity MODE 2: Emphasis on sound quality

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≥ Select “MODE 1” if the sound is interrupted. ≥ The factory default is “MODE 2”.

Bluetooth® input level

If the sound input level from the Bluetooth® device is too low, change the input level setting.

Preparation

≥ Connect a Bluetooth

device.

1 Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “INPUT

LEVEL”.

2 Press [3, 4] to select the level and then press

[OK]. “LEVEL 0”

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≥ Select “LEVEL 0” if the sound is distorted. ≥ The factory default is “LEVEL 0”.

,. “LEVEL i1” ,. “LEVEL i2”

Media playback controls

The following marks indicate the availability of the feature.

[CD]: CD audio in CD-DA format and a CD that

[iPod]: Compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod (l 18 ) [USB]: USB devices co ntaining MP3 files (l 18) [Bluetooth]: Connected Bluetooth

Preparation

≥ Turn the unit on. ≥ Insert the media or connect the Bluetooth

≥ Press [CD/RADIO], [iPod/USB] or [ ] to select the

audio source.

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≥ When using iPhone/iPad/iPod, the operation may vary

among those models.

Play Press [1/;]. Stop Press [∫].

Pause Press [1/;].

Skip Press [:/6] or [5/9] to skip

Search During play or pause, press and hold

contains MP3 files (l 18)

Basic controls (

[CD], [iPod], [USB], [Bluetooth])

≥ [USB]: The position is memorised and

“RESUME” is displayed.

Press again to restart play.

track.

[CD], [USB] Press [3] or [4] to skip the

MP3 album.

[:/6] or [5/9].

≥ [iPod]: Backwards search is only within the

curren t track.

device

device.

Disconnecting a Bluetooth® device

1 While a Bluetooth

Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “DISCONNECT?”.

device is connected:

2 Press [3, 4] to select “OK? YES” and then press

[OK].

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≥ You can also disconnect the Bluetooth® device by pressing

and holding [ -PAIRING] on the unit.

≥ The Bluetooth

audio source (e.g., “CD”) is selected.

device will be disconnected if a different

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