Panasonic SC-HC57 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Compact Stereo System

Model No. SC-HC57DB

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.

Included Installation Instructions (> 3, 8)

The installation should never be done by any other than 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.)

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure A

Fuse (5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL

OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/

YELLOW. THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

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.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be

connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

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Safety precautions

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(Bottom of product)

(Inside of product)

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.

≥ Install this unit so that the AC mains lead can be unplugged

from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge,

disassemble, heat above 60

≥ Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children.

Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

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.

≥ This unit is intended for use in moderate 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.

C or incinerate.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local

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

≥ Insert with poles aligned. ≥ 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.

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

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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

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Accessories

1731

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.de Contact to Authorised Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

This product is intended to be used in the following countries. GB, IE This product is intended for general consumer. (Category 3)

(For Ireland)

Gaeilge

Dearbhú Comhréireachta (DoC)

Leis seo, dearbhaíonn “Panasonic Corporation” go bhfuil an táirge seo i gcomhréir le riachtanais riachtanacha agus forálacha ábhartha eile den Treoir 1999/5/EC. Féadfaidh custaiméirí coip dár nDearbhú Comhréireachta (DoC) bunaidh dár dtáirgí R&TTE ónár bhfreastalaí um Dhearbhú Comhréireachta (DoC): http://www.doc.panasonic.de Mionsonraí Teagmhála Ionadaí Údaraithe: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, An Ghearmáin

Tá an táirge seo ceaptha chun a úsáid sna tíortha seo a leanas.

GB, IE

Tá an táirge seo ceaptha don ghnáth-thomhaltóir. (Catagóir 3)

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

∏ 1 Remote control

(with a battery)

(N2QAYC000057)

∏ 1 AC mains lead

(K2CZ3YY00024)

Wall mounting accessories ∏ 1 Safety holder

(RGQ0660-K)

∏ 1 Screw

(XTB3+8JFJK)

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

correct as of January 2012. These may be subject to change.

∏ 1 DAB antenna

(RFA3425)

∏ 2 Wall mount

brackets

(RMQX1082-K)

Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

≥For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899 ≥For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 ≥For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.uk

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK ≥Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our

Customer Communications Centre Monday–Thursday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Excluding public holidays).

≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com ≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. ≥It couldn’t be simpler! ≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a

browse on our website for further details.

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Table of contents

Caution for AC Mains Lead.............................. 2

Safety precautions............................................ 3

Accessories....................................................... 5

Playable media.................................................. 6

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

Attaching the unit to a wall (optional)............. 8

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

Inserting or removing media ......................... 10

AirPlay ..............................................................11

Playback operations....................................... 13

Listening to DAB/DAB+.................................. 15

Listening to FM radio ..................................... 17

Internet Radio.................................................. 18

Sound adjustment .......................................... 18

Clock and Timer.............................................. 18

Others .............................................................. 19

Troubleshooting.............................................. 21

Specifications ................................................. 24

Unit and media care........................................ 25

Licenses .......................................................... 25

Operations in these instructions are described using the remote control, but you can do the operations with the main unit if the operations are the same.

Playable media

≥ Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for

the loss of data and/or information.

Compatible iPod/iPhone for docking

iPod touch

1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation

iPod nano

2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation

iPod classic

iPhone 4S / iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G / iPhone

(as of January 2012)

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≥ Compatibility depends on the software version. Update your

iPod/iPhone to the latest software before using it with this unit.

≥ Depending on the model, it may be necessary to remove the

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

≥ Be sure to use a dock adapter that is compatible with your

iPod/iPhone. To purchase a dock adapter, consult your iPod/ iPhone dealer. If a dock adapter is not available, insert and remove the iPod/iPhone with care.

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Charging the iPod/iPhone

The iPod/iPhone will start being charged once connected to this unit.

≥ In standby mode, “IPOD CHARGING” is shown on the main

unit’s display.

≥ Check the iPod/iPhone to see if the battery is fully charged.

(Once fully recharged, additional recharging will not occur.)

Compatible CD

≥ A disc with the CD Logo.

≥ This unit can play back discs that conform to the CD-DA

format.

≥ The unit may not be able to play some discs due to the

condition of the recording.

Compatible USB devices

≥ This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB

devices.

≥ FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported. ≥ This unit supports USB 2.0 full speed. ≥ This unit can support USB devices of up to 32 GB.

Compatible MP3 files

≥ Supported format: Files with the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. ≥ Compatible compression rate: Between 64 kbps and

320 kbps (stereo).

≥ Depending on how you create the MP3 files, they may not

play in the order you numbered them or may not play at all.

Creating MP3 files on a CD-R/RW

≥ Maximum number of tracks and albums: 999 tracks and 254

albums (Excluding Root folder).

≥ Disc formats: ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 (except for

extended formats).

≥ If the disc includes both MP3 and normal audio data

(CD-DA), the unit plays the type recorded in the inner part of the disc.

≥ This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

Creating MP3 files on a USB device

≥ Maximum number of tracks and albums: 2500 tracks and 254

albums (Excluding Root folder).

≥ Only one memory card will be selected when connecting a

multiport USB card reader, typically the first memory card inserted.

Control reference guide

10 11

12 13

Top v i ew

Remote control

1 Turn this unit on or off 2 Select the audio source 3 Basic playback control buttons 4 Enter setup menu 5 Enter the iPod/iPhone menu /

Change displayed information

6 Open/close the sliding door 7 Adjust the volume

8 Mute the sound

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

9 Enter playback menu 10 Enter sound menu 11 Selection/OK

Keep the button-type battery out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Main unit

∫ Preparation

Remove the insulation sheet A before using.

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∫ To replace a button-type battery

1 While pressing the stopper B,

pull out the battery holder.

Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)

≥ The battery should normally last about 1 year, however this depends on how

frequently the unit is used.

1 Standby/on switch (Í/I)

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 Open/close the sliding door (for iPod/iPhone) 3 Select the audio source 4 Basic playback control buttons 5 Adjust the volume (0 (min) to 50 (max)) 6 Open/close the sliding door (for discs) 7 WPS pairing button (> 11) 8 Headphone jack

Plug type: ‰3.5 mm stereo Recommended plug type: Straight Plug ≥ Listening at full volume for long periods may damage

the user’s ears.

≥ Excessive sound pressure from earphones and

headphones can cause hearing loss.

9 USB port 10 Standby indicator 11 Wi-Fi 12 Display 13 Sliding door 14 Remote control signal sensor

Distance: Within approx. 7 m directly in front. ≥ To avoid interference, please do not put any objects in

front of signal sensor.

2 Set the button-type battery with

its (i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place.

status indicator

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Attaching the unit to a wall

Bottom of main unit

Stand

Soft blanket or cloth

Fixing screw

232 mm

12.5 mm

300 mm

247 mm

680 mm

65 mm

232 mm

116 m m

118 m m

480 mm

113 m m

15 mm

(optional)

Installation accessories

∫ Supplied accessories

≥ 1 Safety holder ≥ 1 Screw ≥ 2 Wall mount brackets

∫ Commercially available accessories

(not supplied)

≥ 4 Wall mount bracket fixing screws ≥ 1 Safety holder fixing screw ≥ 1 Fall prevention cord ≥ 1 Screw eye

≥ Keep the safety holder out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent

swallowing.

≥ Keep the wall mount brackets out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

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Use screws with a nominal diameter of ‰4 mm, which are suitable to the material of the wall (e.g., wood, steel, concrete, etc.)

Safety precautions

Professional installation is required. The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist. PANASONIC DISCLAIMS ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR INCORRECT HANDLING. ≥ Be sure to install this unit as indicated within

this operating instructions.

Wall mount instructions

2 Measure and mark the position of the wall mount

brackets (Both sides).

{. Use figures below to identify the screwing positions.

Before deciding the location to place the unit, be sure to check that the Wi-Fi (> 11, 20)

The position to attach the wall mount brackets

Space required

signal strength is sufficient.

Before installation, turn the unit off and disconnect the AC mains lead from the mains socket.

1 Detach the stand from the unit.

{. Unscrew the fixing screw (2 pieces) at the bottom of the

{. Gently pull the stand off the unit as illustrated.

≥ Keep the removed screws and stand in a safe place.

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3 Attach the wall mount bracket to the wall with 2

At least 30 mm

‰7.5 mm to ‰9.4 mm

‰4 mm

Wall mount bracket

Screw (supplied)

Cord (not supplied)

Wall

Safety holder fixing screw (not supplied)

Safety holder

Fixed to the wall

Cord (not supplied)

Screw eye (not supplied)

Wall

screws (not supplied). (Both sides)

≥ Use a spirit level to ensure both wall mount brackets are

level.

≥ Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong

enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg.

4 Fix the safety holder onto the unit with the screw

(supplied).

{. Screw tightening torque: 50 N0cm to 70 N0cm.

5 Attach the fall prevention cord (not supplied) to this

unit.

≥ Use a cord that is capable of supporting over 33 kg

(with a diameter of about 1.5 mm).

6 Hook the unit securely onto the wall mount

brackets with both hands.

≥ Connect the DAB antenna and the AC mains lead to the

unit before hanging the unit onto the wall. (> 10)

≥ After hanging the unit, release your hand carefully to

confirm the unit sits securely on the wall.

7 Drive the safety holder fixing screw

(not supplied) to secure the safety holder onto the wall.

≥ Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong

enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg.

≥ Refer to step 3 for requirements before screwing.

8 Attach the fall prevention cord (not supplied) to the

wall.

≥ Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong

enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg.

≥ Make sure that the slack of the cord is minimal.

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