Operating Instructions Compact Stereo System Model No. SC-HC55DB 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. Included Installation Instructions ( 2, 6) The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.
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Accessories Table of contents Check the supplied accessories before using this unit. Safety precautions..............2 Accessories................3 ∏ 1 Remote control ∏ 1 Battery for remote Unit and media care...............3 ([HC55] N2QAYB000643) control Connections ................4 ([HC35] N2QAYB000641) ∏ 1 AC mains lead Attaching the unit to a wall (optional)........6 Control reference guide ............8 ∏...
Connections ∫ Notes on speakers Basic Connections ≥ These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a television, personal computer or other devices easily influenced by magnetism. [HC55] Back View 1 Connect the DAB antenna to receive FM radio and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting).
Additional Connections [HC55] DAB outdoor antenna (Optional) Open the EXT-IN AUX/Headphone/USB cover to connect headphones, USB devices or external music devices (e.g. MP3 player). Push the projecting part to open the cover A. Top View EXT-IN AUX Headphone/USB cover Projecting part DAB outdoor antenna (not supplied) Be sure to fully...
≥ Secure a safe surrounding area and pay attention to safety during installation. ≥ Panasonic is not liable for incidental or consequential damages ≥ Use screws with a nominal diameter of ‰4 mm, which are suitable to the resulting from improper installation or operation.
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Measure and mark the position of the wall Hang the unit on the wall. mount brackets (Both sides). Hook the unit securely onto the wall mount brackets. ≥ Connect the DAB antenna ([HC55]) or FM/AM antenna ([HC35]) and the AC ≥...
Control reference guide Front view Remote control [HC55] 30º 30º 1 [SLEEP] ( C [CLOCK/TIMER] ( 2 Standby/on switch [Í], D [PROGRAM] ( 10, 11, [Í/I] ( 9, 10, 12, 19) E [+, VOL ,–] Press to switch the unit from on [–...
Opening/Closing the [HC55] Open/Close sensor sliding door With this function the sliding door can be opened without pressing a button. The sliding door will open or close by moving Preparation the palm of your hand over the sensors on the top of the unit. Press [Í] to turn the unit on.
Disc operations Repeat play Inserting a disc After performing steps 1-3 in “Basic play” Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select Press [Í] to turn the unit on. “REPEAT”. Open the sliding door. ( Press [2, 1] to select “ON REPEAT” and press With the label of the disc facing [OK].
Radio operations ∫ Notes on CD-R/CD-RW Manual tuning ≥ This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA or MP3. ≥ Use an audio recording disc for CD-DA and finalize* it when you finish recording. * A process performed after recording that enables CD-R or CD-RW Press [EXT-IN, RADIO] repeatedly to select players to play audio CD-R and CD-RW.
Sound adjustment Timer The following sound effects can be added to the audio output. Setting the clock Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select “HEAVY”, “SOFT”, “CLEAR”, “VOCAL” or “FLAT”. This is a 24-hour clock. Bass or 1 Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select “BASS” Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
[HC55] DAB operations DAB reception method on this DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a new form of radio that is unit broadcast digitally. Unlike regular analogue broadcasting, digital radio deteriorates less, and is thus able to provide quality sound Depending on the region, there is a difference between closer to that of a disc.
Checking the DAB signal Listening to DAB stations reception quality On this unit, there are 2 ways of selecting the desired station. Preparation With this function it is possible to check the signal reception ≥ Press [EXT-IN, RADIO] repeatedly to select “DABr”. quality of a selected frequency.
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Display Changing the Auto scan frequency range Press [DISPLAY] to change the display. The information will scroll through the display. Only the frequencies currently used in Australia as of February Each time you press the button: 2011 on BAND III are Auto scanned (“AUSTRALIA”, factory Dynamic label setting).
≥ Be sure to use a dock adapter that is compatible with your iPod/iPhone. This unit can output internet radio if “vTuner for Panasonic” is To purchase a dock adapter, consult your iPod/iPhone dealer.
® device with this unit to create an audio Use caution when transmitting data wirelessly. ≥ Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for data and/or connection. information that may be compromised during a wireless transmission. Press [ , iPod] repeatedly to select ∫...
Input level Disconnecting a Bluetooth ® device You can select the sound input level of the Bluetooth device. ® Press [ , iPod] repeatedly to select Press [ , iPod] repeatedly to select “BLUETOOTH”. “BLUETOOTH”. Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select “INPUT Press [ MENU] to display “DISCONNECT?”...
Changing the main unit and remote control mode Compatible devices Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning Devices which are defined as USB mass storage class: when you operate the unit using the supplied remote control. USB devices that support bulk only transfer You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed...
Troubleshooting [HC55] Open/close sensor Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions The sliding door does not open (or malfunctions). indicated in the following guide do not solve the problem, consult ≥...
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iPod/iPhone operations USB operations iPod/iPhone does not turn on. No response when [1/;] is pressed. Cannot operate with [iPod MENU] button. ≥ Disconnect the USB device and then reconnect it. ≥ Verify that the iPod/iPhone battery is not depleted before Alternatively, turn the unit off and on again.
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≥ Check the iPhone/iPod touch. a power failure recently. Set the time ( 12). Visit the below website for more information: http://radio.vtuner.com/panasonic/en/ “ADJUST CLOCK” ≥ Clock is not set. Adjust the clock accordingly. “UNLOCKED” ≥ The iPod/iPhone docking switch lever is not locked in position.
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION SPEAKER SECTION RMS Output Power Stereo mode [HC55] Front Ch (both ch driven) 20 W per channel (6 ≠), Type 2 way, 2 speaker system 1 kHz, 10 % THD (Passive Radiator) Total RMS Stereo mode power 40 W Speaker unit(s) Woofer 6.5 cm Cone typek1 per...
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For SC-HC55DB only Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQTX1267-B F0211ST0 C Panasonic Corporation 2011...