Clock And Timers; Troubleshooting - Panasonic SC-HC17 Operating Instructions Manual

Clock and timers

Setting the clock
This is a 24-hour clock.
1
Press [SETUP] to select "CLOCK".
2
Press [R, T] to set the time.
3
Press [OK].
To show the clock for a few seconds
Press [SETUP] to select "CLOCK" and then press [OK].
Note:
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
Play timer
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake
you up.
Preparation
Set the clock.
1
Press [SETUP] to select "TIMER ADJ".
2
Press [R, T] to set the start time.
3
Press [OK].
4
Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.
To start the timer
1
Prepare the audio source you want to listen to and
set the volume.
2
Press [SETUP] to select "TIMER SET".
3
Press [R, T] to select "SET" and then press [OK].
"#" is shown.
The system must be switched off for the timer to
operate.
Check the 1. Press [SETUP] to select "TIMER ADJ".
settings 2. Press [OK].
Cancel 1. Press [SETUP] to select "TIMER SET".
2. Press [R, T] to select "OFF" and then
press [OK].
Note:
• The timer starts at a low volume and increases gradually
to the preset level.
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the timer
is on.
• If you switch off the system and switch on again while a
timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the end time.
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Sleep timer
The sleep timer switches off the system after the set time.
Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).
To cancel, select "OFF".
SLEEP 30 → SLEEP 60 → SLEEP 90 → SLEEP120
Note:
• The remaining time is always shown on the display.
The display changes temporarily when you perform other
operations.
• The sleep timer can be used together with the play timer.
• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set an
overlap of timers.
Auto off function
This function switches off the system (except in radio
source) if you do not use the system for approximately
30 minutes.
1
Press [SETUP] to select "AUTO OFF".
2
Press [R, T] to select "ON" or "OFF" and then press
[OK].

Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If
you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your
dealer for instructions.
Common problems
No operations can be done with the remote control.
• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.
• The remote control and this unit are using different codes
(Z page 9, "REMOTE ").
Sound is distorted or no sound.
• Adjust the volume of the system.
• Switch off the system, determine and correct the cause,
then switch the system on again. It can be caused by
straining of the speakers through excessive volume or
power, and when using the system in a hot environment.
A "humming" sound can be heard during playback.
• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cable.
Keep other appliances and cords away from the cable of
this system.
Disc
Display not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.
• You did not put the disc in correctly. Put it in correctly.
• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or
non-standard.
• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.
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