Technics SL-G700 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions
Network/
Super Audio CD Player
SL-G700
Music is borderless and timeless, touching people’s hearts across cultures and generations.
Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.
Delivering the Ultimate Emotive Musical Experience to All
At Technics we understand that the listening experience is not purely about technolog y 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.
Director 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 these operating instructions  Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ ○○”.  Unless otherwise indicated, operations are
described using the remote control.
 The illustrations shown may differ from your
unit.
• Illustrations and figures in this manual are of the
silver main body.
Sales and Support Information
Customer Communications Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0333 222 8777
• For customers within Ireland: 01 447 5229
• Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, (Excluding
public holidays).
• For further support on your product, please visit
our website: www.technics.com/uk/
Features
Wide compatibility of music source
Supports Super Audio CD (SACD) drive, newest network module, MQA® decoding function and lots of streaming services using Chromecast-enabled app.
High-Quality Audio Technologies for Technics Digital Players Employed
Reduces the noise and clock jitter by High­Speed Silent Hybrid Power Supply and Battery Driven Clock Generator, and provides the superior sound by flagship grade DAC (AK4497), Dual Mono Construction DA convertor, etc.
Matching elegant look for the high grade sound
Quartering unit’s segments and separating the each drive can reduce the noise, High Rigidity Drive Mechanism are employed.
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Table of contents
Read first 06
Please carefully read the “Safety precautions” of this manual before use.
Control reference guide 15
This unit, Remote control
Connections 24
AC mains lead connection, Network settings
Operations 37
Playing back CD/SACD, etc.
Settings 75
Sound adjustment, Other settings
Others 91
Troubleshooting, Specifications, etc.
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Accessories
K
K2CS3YY00033
AC mains lead (2)
Except for Switzerland
2CM3YY00041
For Switzerland
System connection cable (1) K2KYYYY00233
Analogue audio cable (1) K2KYYYY00257
Remote control (1) N2QAYA000143
Batteries for remote control (2)
• Product numbers provided in these operating
instructions are correct as of April 2019.
• These may be subject to change.
• Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
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Read first
Safety precautions ............................... 07
Warning .................................................... 07
Caution ......................... ............................ 07
Installation ........................................... 13
Installation .................................................13
Unit care ....................................................13
Using “Technics Audio Center” ...................13
Firmware updates ......................................13
To dispose of or transfer this unit .............. 14
Table of contents ... 04
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Read first
Safety precautions
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 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.
• Ensure the earth pin on the mains plug is securely connected to prevent electrical shock.
 An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall
be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earth connection.
Caution
Unit
• 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 and tropical climates.
• Do not put any objects on this unit. This unit becomes hot while it is on.
• 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.
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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 expose this unit to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
• Do not lift or carry this unit by holding the knobs or antenna. 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.  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.
(Back of product)
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(Inside of product)
(Produktets innside)
For the United Kingdom and Ireland customer
Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For the AC mains plug of three pins) 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 10-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark 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.
or the BSI mark on
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.
Figure A Figure B
Fuse cover
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2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Figure A Figure B
Fuse (10 ampere)
NORSK
ADVARSEL
Produkt
• For å redusere faren for brann, elektrisk støt eller skade på apparatet :
 Utsett ikke produktet for regn, fukt, drypping
eller sprut.
 Ikke plasser objekter som er fylt med væske, som
vaser, på apparatet.  Bruk anbefalt tilbehør.  Fjern ikke deksler.  Reparer ikke denne enheten selv, overlat service
til kvalifisert servicepersonell.
Vekselstrømnett
• Nettstøpselet er trukket ut fra denne enheten. Installer denne enheten slik at nettstøpselet umiddelbart kan trekkes fra stikkontakten.
Fuse (10 ampere)
FORSIKTIG
Produkt
• Dette produktet anvender en laser. Betjening av kontroller eller justering eller andre inngrep enn de beskrevet i denne bruksanvisning kan føre til farlig bestråling.
• Plasser ikke åpen ild, slik som levende lys, oppå apparatet.
• Denne enheten er beregnet for bruk i moderate og tropiske klimaer.
Plassering
• For å redusere faren for brann, elektrisk støt eller skade på apparatet :
 Ikke plasser apparatet i en bokhylle, et
innebygget kabinett eller et annet lukket sted. Pass på at produktet er godt ventilert.
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Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries
with recycling systems
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must 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.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol):
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.
Panasonic Corporation, a company having its registered office of 1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8501, Japan, automatically collects personal data such as IP address and/or Device ID from your device as soon as you connect it to the Internet. We do this to protect our customers and the integrity of our Service as well as to protect the rights or property of Panasonic.
You have a right of access, rectification and objection to in certain circumstances, a right of erasure, restriction of processing, data portability and a right to object to other forms of processing. If you wish to exercise any of the above rights and/or wish to know more about the processing of your personal data in this context, please refer to the full text of our privacy policy displayed at the support page of your device, http://panasonic.jp/support/global/ cs/audio/, http://www.technics.com/support/ or contact our customer communications/ support number or address described in the Pan European Guarantee included in your device box to send you the full text of our privacy policy.
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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC server:
http://www.ptc.panasonic.eu Contact to Authorised Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic
Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Type of
wireless
WLAN
Bluetooth
®
Frequency
band
2412 - 2472
MHz
5180 - 5320
MHz
5500 - 5700
MHz
2402 - 2480
MHz
Maximum
Power (EIRP)
20 dBm
20 dBm
20 dBm
10 dBm
5.15 - 5.35 GHz band is restricted to indoor operations only in the following countries.
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Read first
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.
Unit care
Pull out the AC mains lead 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.
Using “Technics Audio Center”
If you install the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/smartphone, you can stream music files from the device on your network to this unit and configure the settings of sound quality, etc.
For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/
Firmware updates
Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge.
• Refer to “Firmware updates” ( 83) for details on update.
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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 [NWP] while this unit is turned on.
Press [SET UP].
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 unauthorised use of your accounts.
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Control reference
guide
This unit (front) .................................... 16
This unit (rear) ...................................... 18
Remote control .................................... 19
Using the remote control .......................... 22
Remote control mode ............................... 22
Table of contents ... 04
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Control reference guide
This unit (front)
010102 03
01 [ ] Standby/on button
• 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 Power indicator
• Blue: The unit is on.
• Red: The unit is in standby mode.
• Off: The unit is off.
03 Headphones jack
• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
• Listening at full volume for long periods may
damage the user’s ears.
04 USB-A terminal (USB Front)
(DC 5 V
( 45)
05 Remote control signal sensor
• Reception distance: Within approx. 7 m directly in front
• Reception angle: Approx. 30° left and right
06 Disc tray
( 39)
07 Display
• Input source, playback status, etc. are displayed.
08
[
] Open or close the disc tray
09 Playback operation buttons
500 mA)
0906 08 11 1204 100705
Stop [ ]
Pause
Skip [
Search
[
• Press again to resume.
Press and hold [ [ ].
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]
] [ ]
] or
(Continued)
10 Multi control knob
• Turn this knob clockwise or anticlockwise to switch the input source and scroll through items.
• To set an item, press the knob; to enter the setup screen, press and hold it.
11 Input selector button
• Switch the input source.
12 Headphone volume button
• Headphone volume is displayed.
 Volume can be adjusted with the multi
control knob while displaying. (The volume buttons of remote control are not available for adjusting the headphone volume.)
 Press and hold the headphone volume
button while displaying to keep the headphone volume adjusting screen displaying. Press again to exit.
• Volume range:
-- dB (min), -99.0 dB to 0 dB (max)
• Set “PHONES VOL Limitation” to “On” so
that the headphones output is automatically lowered if the volume is extremely high when turning this unit or starting playback. ( 79)
• Press 2 times to display the analogue output
level screen to adjust while “A.Output Level” is set to “Variable”. ( 79)
 Press and hold the headphone volume
button while the analogue output level screen is displayed to keep the screen displaying.
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Control reference guide
This unit (rear)
03
04 05 06
07 10 1108
020201
09
01 Analogue audio output terminals
(ANALOG OUT)
( 25)
02 Wireless LAN antenna
( 30)
03 Optical digital output terminal (OPT)
( 26)
04 Coaxial digital output terminal (COAX)
( 26)
05 Optical digital input terminal (OPT)
( 49)
06 Coaxial digital input terminal (COAX)
( 49)
07 Product identification marking
• The model number is indicated.
08 LAN terminal
( 29)
09 USB-A terminal (USB Rear)
(DC 5 V
1 A)
( 47)
10 System terminal (CONTROL)
( 88)
11 AC IN terminal (
)
( 27)
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Control reference guide
Remote control
01
02
03
10
11
04
12
13
15
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
14
01 [NWP ]/[CD ]: Standby/on button
• 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. The input source also switches for each selector (switches to the last selected input source when [NWP
]).
02 [NWP]/[CD]: Select the device to be
operated
• The playing layer switches by pressing [CD] while the playback stops for Hybrid Super Audio CD (SACD).
• Press and hold [CD] to switch to “Pure Disc Playback” mode. ( 44)
03 [>INPUT<]: Switch the input source
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04 [DIMMER]: Adjust the brightness of the
power indicator, display, etc.
2
*
• 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.
1
05 [INFO]: View content information
*
• The sound setting information is displayed such MQA Decoding, RE-MASTER, etc. by pressing and holding [INFO].
1
06 [
], [ ], [ ], [ ]/[OK]: Selection/OK
*
07 [RETURN]: Return to the previous display
08 [DIRECT]: Turn on/off Direct mode
09 [RE- MAS TER]: Turn on/off Re-master
• Press and hold [RE-MASTER] for approx. 2 seconds so that “MQA Decoding : On” is displayed and the MQA decoding function will be set to “On”. (Press and hold for approx. 2 seconds again to set the function to “Off”.)
1
10 [MENU]: Enter menu
11 [SETUP]: Enter setup menu
12 Adjust the volume
13 Mute the sound
*
1
*
2, 3
*
2, 3
*
14 Playback control buttons
( 39, 46, 52, 55, 59, 74)
15 Numeric buttons, etc.
• To enter 2 digits or more Example: 16: [
10] > [1] > [6]
124: [
10] > [ 10] > [1] > [2] > [4]
• [CLEAR]: Clear the entered value.
1
*
1: Press [NWP]/[CD] first to operate this unit.
*
(The remote control works only for the devices supporting system control function when pressing [AMP].)
2: For the devices supporting system control
*
function.
3: Also works while “A.Output Level” is set to
*
“Variable”. ( 79)
Buttons that work for Technics devices supporting system control function
The remote control of this unit also works for Technics devices supporting system control function (Stereo Integrated Amplifier, etc.). For information on the operations of the devices, please also refer to their operating instructions.
] Standby/on button
[
01
Select the device to be operated
02
Switch the input source
03
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Measure the output signal when speakers are
04
connected, and correct its output
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Using the remote control
2
1
R03/LR03, AAA (Alkaline or manganese batteries)
Note
• Insert the battery so the terminals ( and ) match those in the remote control.
• Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. (⇒ 16)
• Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Remote control mode
When other equipment responds to the supplied remote control, change the remote control mode.
• The factory default is “Mode 1”.
1 Press [NWP].
2 Press [SETUP].
3 Press [
], [ ] to select “Remote
Control” and then press [OK].
• The current remote control mode of this unit is displayed.
4 When “Set Mode 1/2” is displayed,
change the remote control mode of the remote control.
To set “Mode 1”:
Press and hold [OK] and [1] for at least 4 seconds.
To set “Mode 2”:
Press and hold [OK] and [2] for at least 4 seconds.
5 Point the remote control at this unit,
and press and hold [OK] for at least 4 seconds.
• When the remote control mode is changed, the new mode will appear on the display for a few seconds.
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When “Remote 1” or “Remote 2” is displayed
When “Remote 1” or “Remote 2” is displayed, the remote control modes of this unit and remote control are different. Perform step 4 above.
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Connections
Connecting to an amplifier ................. 25
Connecting to an amplifier ........................ 25
Connecting to an amplifier with
digital input terminal ........................... 26
Connecting to an amplifier with
digital input terminal ................................. 26
AC mains lead ....................................... 27
AC mains lead connection ......................... 27
Network settings ................................. 28
Wired LAN connection .............................. 29
Wireless LAN connection .......................... 30
This unit’s name on the network
“Friendly Name” ........................................ 35
To check the MAC address of this unit
“MAC Address” ......................................... 35
To make network-related settings ............. 36
Table of contents ... 04
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Connections
Connecting to an amplifier
You can output analogue audio signals from this unit and play back music.
Connecting to an amplifier
XLR cable* (not supplied)
Analogue audio cable (supplied)
Amplifier with
Amplifier with unbalanced input terminals
: We recommend using cables with a length of
*
3 m or less.
• For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
• Do not use any other analogue audio cables except the supplied one.
• When you connect a power amplifier, etc., set “A.Output Level” to “Variable” for volume control with this unit. When you connect a pre-amplifier, etc., set “A.Output Level” to “Fixed” for volume control with the connected device. ( 79)
 The factory default is “Fixed”.
balanced input terminals
Amplifier
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Connections
Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal
You can output digital audio signals from this unit by connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal, etc. and play back music.
Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal
Optical digital audio cable (not supplied)
Amplifier with digital input
terminal, etc.
• For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
Note
• Audio signal of Super Audio CD and Super Audio CD layer of Hybrid Super Audio CD cannot be output from the digital audio output terminal of this unit. Connect the device to the analogue audio output terminal.
• When enjoying video contents with this function, the video and audio output may not be synchronised.
Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)
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Connections
AC mains lead
AC mains lead connection
Connect only after all other connections are completed.
AC mains lead
(supplied)
To a household mains socket
• Use only the supplied AC mains lead.
• Insert the plugs of the cables to be connected all the way in.
• Do not bend cables at sharp angles.
• “Wi-Fi” function switching screen is displayed following “Wi-Fi Setup” when this unit is turned on. If you stop the Wi-Fi setting, set to “Off” and press [OK]. To keep the Wi-Fi setting, start the “Google Home” app and follow the on-screen instructions. (⇒ 28, 30)
Note
• Press [NWP]/[CD] first to operate this unit. (The remote control works only for the devices supporting system control function when pressing [AMP].)
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Connections
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.
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 and Bluetooth feature are activated on your smartphone/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.
Note
• If this unit is used exclusively for the playback of CD/Super Audio CD by disabling the network functions, etc., the network setting is not necessar y. (⇒ 44)
®
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Wired LAN connection
LAN cable (not supplied)
Broadband router, etc.
1 Disconnect the AC mains lead.
2 Connect this unit to a broadband router,
etc. using a LAN cable.
3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit.
( 27)
4 Press [NWP
5 Make sure to set up a connection
using “Google Home” app on your smartphone/tablet.
• When the connection is established, “ ” is displayed.
] to turn this unit on.
Note
• While the AC mains lead 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.
• After turning on this unit, it may take some time until this unit is activated.
• After the network connection is set up, “Updating” may be displayed and the firmware for this unit may be updated.
 After the update has finished successfully and
“Success” is displayed, turn this unit off and then on.
• Even when the Wi-Fi function is set to “On”, the wired LAN function is activated while a LAN cable being connected. (“
” is displayed.)
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Wireless LAN connection
Preparation
Disconnect the AC mains lead.
Disconnect the LAN cable.
Place this unit as close to the wireless router as possible.
Point up the antenna on the rear of this unit as shown in the figure.
Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. ( 27)
Note
• Do not perform the following:
 Applying too much force to the antenna  Carrying this unit by holding the antenna
• After turning on this unit, it may take some time until this unit is activated.
• After the network connection is set up, “Updating” may be displayed and the firmware for this unit may be updated.
 After the update has finished successfully and
“Success” is displayed, turn this unit off and then on.
• The setting will be cancelled after the set time limit. In that case, try the setting again.
• “
” blinks while the network setting is not complete, and blinking stops after the Wi-Fi setting is complete.
• While “ from “Google Home” may be available. Start the “Google Home” app and follow the on-screen instructions.
• To cancel this setting in the middle, press [ turn the unit to standby mode.
” is blinking, the network setting
] or
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