Panasonic of North America B21 R10003 User Manual

Owner s Manual

Compact Stereo System

Model No. SC-HC55

SC-HC35

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

If you have any questions contact

U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

Canada: 1-800-561-5505

Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: The warranty can be found on page 26

Only for Canada: The warranty can be found on page 27

Included Installation Instructions ( 2, 6)

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.)

La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 18-24.

			P PC	RQTX1260-P

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.

1Read these instructions.

2Keep these instructions.

3Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5Do not use this apparatus near water.

6Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9Do 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 grounding-type 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.

10Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12Use 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.

14Refer 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.

Batteries

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.

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.

Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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.

Power cord

Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

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.

Placement

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.

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The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

(Inside of product)

Listening Caution

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.

Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

Start your volume control at a low setting.

Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

Leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

Product Identification Marking is located on bottom of the unit.

Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

-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.

About descriptions in this Owner s Manual

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

Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.

This Owner s Manual is applicable to models SC-HC55 and SC-HC35. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in this Owner s Manual are of SC-HC55.

[HC55] :indicates features applicable to SC-HC55 only. [HC35] :indicates features applicable to SC-HC35 only.

Pages to be referred to are indicated as .

[CD] :indicates CD-DA (except MP3). [MP3] :indicates MP3 files.

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Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

1 Remote control	1 AM loop antenna
([HC55] N2QAYB000643)	(N1DYYYY00010)
([HC35] N2QAYB000641)	1 AC power supply cord
1 FM indoor antenna	(K2CB2CB00021)
(RSAX0002)
1 Battery for remote
control
Wall mounting accessories
2 Safety holder screws	2 Safety holders
(XYN4+8FJK)	(RGQ0634-K)
2 Wall mount brackets	2 Rear pads
(RMQX1082-K)	(RKA0252-K)

(ONLY FOR CANADA)

The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the top of the unit.

Product numbers correct as of January 2011. These may be subject to change.

Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment. Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico:

To order accessories, refer to Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) on page 26.

For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.

The remote control information

Insert so the poles ( and ) match those in the remote control. Place this side in before the other side.

Use alkaline or manganese batteries.

Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................	2
Listening Caution...................................................................	3
Accessories............................................................................	4
Unit and media care...............................................................	4
Connections ...........................................................................	5
Attaching the unit to a wall (optional) ..................................	6
Control reference guide ........................................................	8
Opening/Closing the sliding door ........................................	9
Disc operations ......................................................................	9
Sound adjustment................................................................	10
Radio operations..................................................................	11
Timer .....................................................................................	11
Listening to audio from iPod or iPhone.............................	12
[HC55] Using a Bluetooth compatible device.....................	13
Others ...................................................................................	15
Troubleshooting...................................................................	15
Specifications.......................................................................	17
Spanish Quick Reference/ Referencia rápida en
español
Conexiones...........................................................................	18
Guía de referencia del mando a distancia .........................	19
Abrir/Cerrar la puerta deslizante ........................................	20
Operaciones con discos .....................................................	20
Operaciones con la radio ....................................................	21
Ajuste de sonido ..................................................................	22
Sincronizador .......................................................................	22
Escuchar audio de un iPod o iPhone.................................	23
[HC55] Uso de un dispositivo compatible con Bluetooth ..........	24
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)........	26
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ..................................	27

Unit and media care

Pull out the AC power plug from the outlet before maintenance.

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 instructions that came with the cloth.

When dirt is heavy, wring the cloth moistened in water tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a dried cloth.

Do not use tissues or other materials that can fall apart. Small grains may get stuck inside the speaker cover.

Maintenance of the lens

Clean the lens regularly to prevent malfunctions. Use a blower to remove dust and a cotton swab if it is extremely dirty.

You cannot use a CD type lens cleaner.

Do not leave the sliding door open for prolonged periods of time. This will cause the lens to get dirty.

Be careful not to touch the lens with your fingers.

Lens

Clean discs

DO

DO NOT

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Disc handling precautions

Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or fingerprints on the disc.

Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.

Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

Do not use the following discs:

Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs etc.).

Discs that are badly warped or cracked. Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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Connections

Notes on speakers

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a television, personal computer or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.

Back View

Exhaust holes

Basic Connections

Connect the FM indoor antenna.

Tape the antenna to a wall or column, in a position with the least amount of interference.

Adhesive tape

FM indoor antenna

Connect the AM loop antenna.

Keep the loop antenna cord away from other wires and cords.

Stand the antenna up on its base until it clicks. AM loop antenna

Connect the AC power supply cord.

Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete.

Turn the unit on after a few seconds.

Power consumption in standby mode:

Approx. 0.05 W

To household AC outlet

Additional Connections

Open the EXT-IN AUX/Headphone cover to connect headphones or external music devices (e.g. MP3 player).

Push the projecting part to open the cover .

Top View

EXT-IN AUX/
Headphone cover	Projecting part

Connect the headphones (not supplied)

Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones.

Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8) stereo

To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones cause hearing loss.

Connect an external music device (for AUX mode)

Plug the audio cable (not supplied) into the EXT-IN AUX jack .

Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8) stereo

Press [EXT-IN, RADIO] repeatedly to select AUX and start playback on the connected device.

You can select the sound input level of the external device.

[HC55]	Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select INPUT
	LEVEL .
	Press [ , ] to select HIGH or NORMAL .
[HC35]	Press [INPUT LEVEL] repeatedly to select HIGH or
	NORMAL .

Switch the equalizer off or turn the volume of the external device down to reduce the input signal. High level of input signal will distort the sound. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the other equipment. Cables and devices are not supplied.

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Attaching the unit to a wall (optional)

Installation accessories

Supplied accessories

2 Safety holder screws

2 Safety holders

2 Wall mount brackets

2 Rear pads

Commercially available accessories (not supplied)

4 Wall bracket fixing screws

Keep the wall mount brackets out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Keep the rear pads out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Keep the safety holder out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Use screws with a nominal diameter of 4 mm (5/32), which are suitable to the material of the wall (e.g., wood, steel, concrete, etc.)

Notes on installation

Before installation, read the Safety precautions and Wall mount instructions for correct installation.

For optimal performance and to prevent potential problems, do not install this unit:

at locations other than vertical walls.

near a sprinkler or a sensor.

near high-voltage lines or power sources.

near heating device.

at locations where the unit is subject to vibration or impact.

near sources of magnetism, heat, vapor, airborne grease, etc.

at locations where there may be water droplets (e.g. under an air conditioner).

Do not install this unit under ceiling lights (e.g. spotlight, halogen light, etc.).

Failure to do so may bend the cabinet or lead to damage caused by high heat.

Use a proper installation method that suits the structure and material of the wall.

Use a soft blanket or cloth to prevent damage to the product or floor during installation.

When tightening screws, make sure the screws are not loosely-tightened or overtightened.

Secure a safe surrounding area and pay attention to safety during installation.

Panasonic is not liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from improper installation or operation.

Safety precautions

Wall mount instructions

WARNING!

Only a qualified building contractor shall install or uninstall this unit.

Improper installation may cause the unit to fall, resulting in injury.

To prevent injury, the unit must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

Do not install the unit where it cannot support the load.

If the mounting parts are not strong enough, this may cause the unit to fall, resulting in injury.

Do not use installation methods other than instructed.

This may cause the unit to fall and be damaged, resulting in injury.

Do not install the unit at locations other than vertical walls.

This may cause the unit to fall and be damaged, resulting in injury.

Take the safety factor for mounting strength into account (approx. 10 times the product weight).

Insufficient strength will cause the unit to fall, resulting in injury.

The wall on which the unit is to be attached to should be capable of supporting 20 kg (44 lbs) per screw.

Insufficient strength of the walls will cause the unit to fall in the long run.

Do not disassemble or modify the wall-mounting hanger.

This will cause the unit to fall and be damaged, resulting in injury.

CAUTIONS!

Do not install this unit at humid or dusty locations, or locations where airborne grease or steam may come into contact with the unit, or under an air conditioner where water may drip onto the unit.

This may have negative impact on the unit, resulting in fire or electric shock.

Secure enough space of more than 30 cm (11 3/16) above the main unit and more than 10 cm (3 15/16) on the left and right sides respectively. Keep space between the wall and rear of the unit clear of obstructions.

Blocking the exhaust holes on the main unit may result in fire.

Use the designated components for installation.

Otherwise, the main unit may fall and be damaged, resulting in injury.

Prevent the mounting screws or power cord from coming into contact with metal parts inside the wall during installation.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock.

When removing the main unit, remove the wall mounting screws as well.

Otherwise the wall mounting screws may hit a person and lead to injury.

Install the unit at a height where the EXT-IN AUX jack and operation buttons can be seen for safe operation.

Operating at improper position may cause the unit to fall and be damaged, resulting in injury.

Before installation, turn the unit off and disconnect the AC power supply cord from the AC outlet.

1 Detach the stand from the unit.

Unscrew the fixing screw (4 pieces) at the bottom of the unit.

Bottom of main unit

Stand

Fixing screw

Soft blanket or cloth

Gently pull the bottom of the stand and slide the stand off the unit.

Keep the removed screws and stand in a safe place.

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2Measure and mark the position of the wall mount brackets (Both sides).

Use figures below to identify the screwing positions.

The position to attach the wall mount brackets

12.5 mm (1/2)

229 mm (9 1/32)

Space required

300 mm (11 13/16)

39 mm (1 7/32)

229 mm (9 1/32)

480 mm (18 29/32")

680 mm (30 23/32)

5Fix the safety holders onto the wall mount brackets with the safety holder screws .

Screw tightening torque: 80 N cm (17.98 lbf-ft) to 120 N cm (26.98 lbf-ft).

Safety holder screw

Safety holder

Fall-prevention measure (optional)

This measure is only designed as a backup feature to prevent the unit from falling.

This will not guarantee that the unit will not fall or get damaged.

Thread a cord (not supplied) through the 2 holes in the safety holder before step 5.

Fix the cord to the wall with a screw (not supplied) after step 5.

Fix the cord to the screw so that a slack of no more than 5 cm (1 31/32) is kept.

3Attach the wall mount bracket to the wall with 2 screws . (Both sides)

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

Use a screw which is strong enough to support the weight of at least 20 kg (44.1 lbs).

At least 30 mm (1 3/16)

7.5 mm (19/64) to 9.4 mm (3/8)

4 mm

(5/32)

Wall mount bracket

4 Hang the unit on the wall.

Hook the unit securely onto the wall mount brackets.

Connect the FM/AM antenna and the AC power supply cord to the unit before hanging the unit onto the wall. ( 5)

After hanging the unit, release your hand carefully to confirm the unit sits securely on the wall.

Before attaching, stick the rear pads (supplied) to .

Metal fitting Screw

Cord

Cord

Slot for cord

Wall

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Control reference guide

Remote control

Main unit

Buttons such as function the same as the remote control. They can be used interchangeably.

Top view

Front view

[SLEEP] ( 11) Standby/on switch [], [POWER, /I] ( 9, 11, 15)

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.

Numeric buttons

[1-9, 0, 10] ( 9, 10, 11, 15)

To select a 2-digit number

e.g. 16: [10] [1] [6]

To select a 3-digit number

e.g. 226: [10] [10] [2] [2] [6]

[DEL] ( 10)

[HC55] [ , iPod] ( 12,

13)

[HC35] [iPod] ( 12) [CD] ( 9)

[ ], [ ] ( 9, 10, 11, 12, 13)

[/] ( 9, 10, 12, 13)

[HC55] [] ( 14)

[], [] ( 9, 11, 12) [SOUND] ( 5, 9, 10) [D.BASS] ( 10)

[PLAY MENU] ( 9, 10) [iPod MENU] ( 12) [HC55] [ MENU] ( 14) [, , , ], [OK] ( 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14) [DISPLAY] ( 9, 14)

[ DIMMER]

Press and hold to dim the display panel. Press and hold again to

cancel.

[HC55] [OPEN/CLOSE

SENSOR] ( 9) [HC35] [INPUT LEVEL]

( 5)

[iPod ] ( 9)

[iPod , OPEN/CLOSE] [HC55] Sensor activity indicator*

[PLAY, ] ( 11)

[CLOCK/TIMER] ( 11) [PROGRAM] ( 10, 11) [+, VOL , ]

VOLUME +] ( 14)

Adjusts sound volume.

[MUTE] ( 14)

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

[EXT-IN, RADIO] [RADIO/EXT-IN] ( 11, 15)

[] ( 9, 10, 12, 13)

[HC55] [ ] ( 14) [PRESET EQ] ( 10) [RADIO MENU] ( 11) [AUTO OFF]

This function allows you to turn the unit off (except in radio mode) after the unit is left unused for about 30 minutes.

When the function is turned on, the A.OFF indicator light.

[AUTO PRESET] ( 11) [CD ] ( 9)

[CD , OPEN/CLOSE] [HC55] Sensor activity indicator*

Standby indicator

[HC55] Open/Close sensor ( 9)

Speaker

Display

Sliding door

[HC55] Microphone ( 14) [HC55] Bluetooth indicator ( 13)

Remote control signal sensor

Distance:

Within approx. 7 m (23 ft) directly in front.

*The sensor activity indicator will light when the Open/Close sensor is turned on.

One of the indicators will flash while the sliding door is opening or closing.

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Opening/Closing the sliding door

Preparation

Press [] to turn the unit on.

Opening the sliding door

For disc operations:

While the sliding door is closed, press [CD ] to open the sliding door.

Disc operations

Inserting a disc

1Press [] to turn the unit on.

2Open the sliding door. ( left)

3With the label of the disc facing towards you, tilt the disc into the disc tray under the sliding door.

For iPod/iPhone operations:

While the sliding door is closed, press [iPod ] to open the sliding door.

4Place the disc onto the spindle in the center and then push the disc down until it clicks into place.

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Closing the sliding door

Press [CD ] or [iPod ] again.

Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it is closing to avoid possible minor injuries.

Close the sliding door. ( left)

Removing a disc

Open the sliding door.

Hold the center and the top right of the disc and pull the top right of the disc to unlock it from the spindle.

Tilt the disc so as not to touch the sliding door or the lens and remove the disc.

Damage may occur if the sliding door is forced closed.

Be careful of CD hitting the sliding door while being removed.

The sliding door will not close if the docking switch lever is not returned to the original position.

[HC55] Open/Close sensor

With this function the sliding door can be opened without pressing a button. The sliding door will open or close by moving your hand over the sensor.

For disc operations:

While the sliding door is closed, move your hand from to .

To close the sliding door, move your hand from to .

For iPod/iPhone operations:

While the sliding door is closed, move your hand from to .

To close the sliding door, move your hand from to .

To turn the Open/Close sensor off Press [OPEN/CLOSE SENSOR].

Each time the button is pressed, the sensor is turned onON SENSOR ) or off ( OFF SENSOR ).

To add a sound effect when the sliding door opens/closes (when the sensor is used.)

Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select BUZZER . Press [] or [] to select the following setting.

LOW: Set the sound effect level to low. MID: Set the sound effect level to medium. HIGH: Set the sound effect level to high. OFF: Turn the sound effect off.

Basic play

1Press [] to turn the unit on.

2Insert the disc to be played ( above).

3Press [CD].

4Press [ /] to start play.

Stop	Press [ ].
Pause	Press [ / ]. Press again to resume play.
Skip	Press [ ] or [ ] to skip track.
	Press [ , ] to skip album. (MP3)
Search [CD]	Press and hold [ ] or [ ].
Direct access	[CD]:
play	Press the numeric buttons to select the
(Play starts from	track.
the track you	[MP3]:
selected.)	Press [ , ] to select the album.
	Press [ ] once and then the
	numeric buttons to select the track.
	This function does not work during
	random play or program play. ( 10)
View contents	Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play
information	or pause.
	The current track s information, etc. is
	displayed.
	Maximum number of displayable characters:
	approximately 30
	This unit supports ver. 1.0, 1.1 and 2.3 ID3 tags.
	Text data that is not supported will not be
	displayed or shown differently.

Repeat play

After performing steps 1-3 in Basic play ( above)

The open/close sensor might be unintentionally activated if an object, hand, part of your arm, pets or children move near the sensor.

If the open/close sensor does not work or if the sensor s reaction range becomes smaller, open/close the sliding door using the buttons on the unit or the remote control.

The disc operation side of the sliding door will not open during CD playback or pause.

1Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to selectREPEAT .

2Press [, ] to select ON REPEAT and press [OK].

3Press [ /] to start play.

To stop repeat play, select OFF REPEAT in step 2.		9