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  • Page 1 (Image: SC-C50) Owner’s Manual Wireless Speaker System SC-C50 / SC-C30...
  • Page 2 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 technology but the magical and emotional relationship between people and music.
  • Page 3 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 this Owner’s Manual  Pages to be referred to are indicated as “⇒ ○○”.  The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Read first Please carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” of this manual before use. Control reference guide This unit (front/top/rear) Connections AC power supply cord connection, Network settings Operations Streaming online music, etc. Settings Favorite function, Other settings Others Troubleshooting, Specifications, etc.
  • Page 5 Accessories AC power supply cord (1) K2CG3YY00209 • The smartphone on the cover page is not supplied with this unit. • Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual are correct as of August 2019. • These may be subject to change. •...

  • Page 6: Read First

    Installation ........... 12 Installation ..........12 Notes on the speakers ........12 For optimum sound effects ......12 Unit care ............13 Using “Technics Audio Center” ....13 Firmware updates ........13 To dispose of or transfer this unit ....14 Table of contents ... 04...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Read first 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. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions.

  • Page 8: Warning

    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.
  • Page 9 The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
  • Page 10 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Technics Model No.: SC-C50, SC-C30 Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 Support Contact: http://shop.panasonic.com/support...
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Installation

    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. Notes on the speakers • These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near TV, PC or other equipment easily influenced by magnetism.

  • Page 13: Unit Care

    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...

  • Page 14: To Dispose Of Or Transfer This Unit

    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. (“To restore all the settings to the factory defaults” (⇒ 53)) •...

  • Page 15: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide This unit (front/top)......16 This unit (rear) ........18 Table of contents ... 04...

  • Page 16: This Unit (Front/Top/Rear)

    Control reference guide This unit (front/top) SC-C50 08 09 SC-C30 08 09 (Continued)
  • Page 17 06 [ ] Switch the input source 07 Built-in microphone (for measurement) 08 Product identification marking (Bottom of this unit) • The model number is indicated. 09 Illumination Illuminates when the volume is adjusted from the “Technics Audio Center” app, etc.
  • Page 18 Control reference guide This unit (rear) SC-C50 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX AC IN DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN 10BASE - T/ AC IN 100BASE - TX DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN 10 11 12 13 14 SC-C30 12 13 14 10 [•DIMMER / -INFO]...
  • Page 19 11 USB-A terminal (DC 5 V 500 mA) (⇒ 36) • If a USB device is connected, [•DIMMER / -INFO] is difficult to press. Remove the USB device as necessary. 12 LAN terminal (⇒ 23) 13 Optical digital input terminal (⇒ 33) 14 AUX IN terminal (⇒...

  • Page 20: Connections

    Connections AC power supply cord ......21 AC power supply cord connection ..... 21 Network settings ......... 22 Wired LAN connection ......23 Wireless LAN connection ......24 Table of contents ... 04...

  • Page 21: Ac Power Supply Cord

    Connections AC power supply cord SC-C50 is used in the illustrations unless otherwise mentioned. AC power supply cord connection Connect only after all other connections are completed. 10BASE - T/ 100BASE - TX AC IN DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN To a household AC...

  • Page 22: Network Settings

    Connections Network settings You can stream online music services or music files from your smartphone/tablet to this unit. 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.

  • Page 23: Wired Lan Connection

    Wired LAN connection 10BASE - T/ 100BASE - TX AC IN DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN LAN cable (not supplied) Broadband router, etc. 1 Disconnect the AC power supply cord. 2 Connect this unit to a broadband router, etc.

  • Page 24: Wireless Lan Connection

    Wireless LAN connection ■ Preparation Disconnect the AC power supply cord. Disconnect the LAN cable. Place this unit as close to the wireless router as possible. Connect the AC power supply cord to this unit. (⇒ 21) Note • After turning on this unit, it may take some time until this unit is activated.
  • Page 25 Note • This unit will be displayed as “Technics- **** **** SC-C50- ” (“Technics-SC-C30- ”) if **** the device name is not set. (“ ” stands for characters unique to each set.) • You can check your network information (SSID, MAC address and IP address) from the “Google...
  • Page 26 Network setting from the setup menu (when not using Chromecast-enabled apps) Using the WPS button “WPS” If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up a connection by pressing the WPS button. • A compatible wireless router may have the WPS identifier mark.
  • Page 27 Using the WPS PIN code “WPS PIN” If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up a connection by entering the WPS PIN code. • For details on how to enter the PIN code, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless router. •...
  • Page 28 Try this method again from the setup menu. If “Fail” is still displayed, try other methods. 4 Press [ ] to exit the setting. Note • This unit will be displayed as “Technics- **** **** SC-C50- ” (“Technics-SC-C30- ”) if **** the device name is not set.
  • Page 29 Enabling or disabling the wireless LAN function 1 Press and hold the volume [ ] on the top while pressing [•DIMMER / -INFO] on the rear of this unit for approx. 5 seconds. • The Wi-Fi function switches between “On” and “Off”.

  • Page 30: Operations

    Operations Using the auxiliary input ..... 31 Adjust the volume level “Input Level” ..32 Using digital audio output device ..33 Using Bluetooth ......... 34 ® Pairing a Bluetooth device ....... 34 ® Disconnect the Bluetooth device ..... 35 ®...

  • Page 31: Using The Auxiliary Input

    Operations Using the auxiliary input You can connect a portable audio player, etc. with an analog audio cable (φ3.5 mm ”)) (not supplied) and play back music. 10BASE - T/ 100BASE - TX AC IN DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN Analog audio...

  • Page 32: Adjust The Volume Level "Input Level

    ] when “Input Level” and “Low” are displayed. • Press and hold [ ] again to set to “High”. Note • The factory default is “High”. • This item can also be set from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge).

  • Page 33: Using Digital Audio Output Device

    Operations Using digital audio output device You can connect a CD player, etc. with optical digital audio cable (not supplied) and play back music. 10BASE - T/ 100BASE - TX AC IN DIMMER INFO 500mA L AN OPT IN AUX IN Optical digital audio cable (not supplied)

  • Page 34: Using Bluetooth

    • “ ” blinks at 1 second interval. 3 Open the Bluetooth connection screen, ® etc. on the Bluetooth device, and ® select “Technics-SC-C50- ” (“Technics- **** SC-C30- ”) **** 1, 2 • If the device name is set on the “Google Home”...

  • Page 35: Disconnect The Bluetooth ® Device

    **** 1: “ ” stands for a number that is unique to each set. 2: The device name can be changed with the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). Disconnect the Bluetooth device ® Disconnect from the Bluetooth device or ®...

  • Page 36: Using Usb Device

    Operations Using USB device You can play back music stored on the connected USB device using the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/smartphone. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ 10BASE - T/ AC IN 100BASE - TX...

  • Page 37: Streaming Music Over The Network

    Operations Streaming music over the network Listening to music using Chromecast-enabled app This unit is compatible with Chromecast-enabled apps. For detailed information of Chromecast- enabled apps, visit: g.co/cast/apps ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 22)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 38 Not all music streaming services are available in all countries/regions. Registration/subscription may be required, or fees may be charged to use music streaming services. Services are subject to change or be discontinued. For details, visit an individual music streaming service’s website. Important notice: Before you dispose of or transfer this unit to a third party, be sure to log out of your...

  • Page 39: Streaming Music Files On Network Devices

    Streaming music files on network devices You can stream music files from the device on your network to this unit by using the free app “Technics Audio Center”. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 22) • Connect the following devices to the same network as this unit.

  • Page 40: Playing Internet Radio And Podcasts

    Operations Playing Internet Radio and Podcasts Using the free app “Technics Audio Center”, you can play an internet radio by setting this unit as a speaker for the internet radio. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 22)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.

  • Page 41: Using Airplay

    • The playback will start with a slight delay. **** 1: “ ” stands for a number that is unique to each set. 2: The device name can be changed with the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge).

  • Page 42: Playing Back Music Using Spotify Connect

    Operations Playing back music using Spotify Connect This unit is compatible with Spotify Connect for the online music service (Spotify). You can play music from the music streaming service of Spotify by operating your smartphone, tablet, etc. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 22)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 43 • Services, icons, and specifications are subject to change. **** 1: “ ” stands for a number that is unique to each set. 2: The device name can be changed with the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge).

  • Page 44: Using Tidal

    For details of TIDAL, visit the following website. www.tidal.com ■ Preparation • Install the latest “Technics Audio Center” on your device (smartphone, tablet, etc.). For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the Internet.
  • Page 45 ” is displayed while playing back. • Before using TIDAL, the account registration is required (paid service). • For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of “Technics Audio Center”. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ Note • Depending on the country or region, playback may...

  • Page 46: Using Deezer

    For details of Deezer, visit the following website. www.deezer.com ■ Preparation • Install the latest “Technics Audio Center” on your device (smartphone, tablet, etc.). For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the Internet.
  • Page 47 • Before using Deezer, the account registration is required (paid service). • For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of “Technics Audio Center”. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ Note • Depending on the country or region, playback may...

  • Page 48: Settings

    Using the favorite function ....49 Registering your favorite station or playlist to this unit ........49 Other settings ........50 Firmware updates “F/W Update” ........... 50 Setting up this unit from “Technics Audio Center” ......51 Table of contents ... 04...

  • Page 49: Using The Favorite Function

    • You can register up to 9 favorite stations or playlists. • The favorite function (registering/calling up/ deleting) can also be set from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). 1 Press and hold [ ] while the favorite station or playlist is played back.

  • Page 50: Other Settings

    (“ ” stands for a number.) • When the update has finished successfully, “Success” is displayed. Turn this unit off and on. • Firmware updating can also be set from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). (Continued)

  • Page 51: Setting Up This Unit From "Technics Audio Center

    • Downloading may take longer depending on the USB flash memory. Setting up this unit from “Technics Audio Center” You can configure the various settings of this unit using the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/...

  • Page 52: Others

    Others Troubleshooting ........53 Heat buildup of this unit ......53 Do you have the latest firmware installed? ..........53 To restore all the settings to the factory defaults ........53 General ............. 54 USB ............55 Bluetooth ..........56 ®...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Others Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are uncertain about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the following guide do not resolve the issue, then consult your dealer for instructions. Heat buildup of this unit This unit becomes warm while in use.

  • Page 54: General

    General The unit does not work. Operations are not done properly. • One of the unit’s safety devices, etc. may have been activated. Press [ ] on the unit to switch the unit to standby. • If the unit does not switch to standby, press ] on the unit for at least 5 seconds.

  • Page 55: Usb

    The unit turns to standby mode automatically. • This unit incorporates a protection circuit to prevent damage caused by heat buildup. When you use this unit at a high volume level for a long period of time, it may turn off automatically. Wait for this unit to cool down before turning on this unit again.

  • Page 56: Bluetooth

    Bring the Bluetooth ® device closer to this system and distance it from the other devices. • Switch the transmission mode of this unit, and it can be set by using the free app “Technics Audio Center”. (Continued)

  • Page 57: Network

    Network Cannot connect to the network. • Confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 22) • If the network is set to be invisible, make the network visible while you set up the network for this unit or make a wired LAN connection.  To switch the Wi-Fi function between “On”...
  • Page 58 Playback does not start. The sound is interrupted. • If using the 2.4 GHz band on the wireless router, simultaneous use with other 2.4 GHz devices, such as microwaves, cordless telephones, etc., may result in connection interruptions. Increase the distance between this unit and these devices.  If your wireless router supports 5 GHz band, try using the 5 GHz band.

  • Page 59: Spotify/Tidal/Deezer/Internet Radio/Podcasts

    • Press [ ], etc. to cancel it. • The auto off function can be changed with the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). Download Fail • The firmware download has failed. Press any button to exit. Please try again later.
  • Page 60 You cannot register the favorite stations or playlists more than 9. • Delete the stations or playlists (⇒ 49). • You can also delete the favorite station or playlist from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). “F ” (“ ” stands for a number.) •...
  • Page 61 Operate via App The key operation of this unit is disabled. • Make sure to operate from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) when you stream music files from the device on your network or online music services etc.

  • Page 62: Playable Media

    ] on this unit, the playback starts in the following order as shown. Example: Folder Music file Music 1 Music 2 Music 3 Music 4 Music 5 • For operation details, refer to the operating instructions of “Technics Audio Center”. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/...

  • Page 63: About Bluetooth

    Others About Bluetooth ® Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/ or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission. Frequency band used • This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. Certification of this device • This system conforms to frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws.

  • Page 64: Licenses

    Others Licenses The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance ® The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance ® Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
  • Page 65 FLAC Decoder Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Josh Coalson Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:  Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    Others Specifications ■ GENERAL SC-C50 Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption 42 W Power consumption in standby mode 0.2 W (Network Standby Off) Power consumption in standby mode 2.0 W (Network Standby On with Wireless LAN) Power consumption in standby mode 2.0 W (Network Standby...
  • Page 67 ■ AMPLIFIER SECTION SC-C50 Front speaker (L/R): 20 W + 20 W (1 kHz, T.H.D. 1.0 %, 8 Ω, 20 kHz LPF) Front speaker (Center): 20 W Output power (1 kHz, T.H.D. 1.0 %, 8 Ω, 20 kHz LPF) Subwoofer: 40 W (100 Hz, T.H.D.
  • Page 68 ■ SPEAKER SECTION SC-C50 Front speaker (L/C/R) Type 2 way, 2 speaker (Closed) 6.5 cm (2 ”) × 1/ch, Woofer Cone type 1.6 cm ( ”) × 1/ch, Tweeter Dome type Subwoofer 1 way, Type 1 speaker (Bass reflex) 12 cm (4 ”) ×...
  • Page 69 ■ TERMINALS SECTION Type A Connector USB 2.0 High-Speed DC 5 V 500 mA USB Mass Storage Class File system: FAT16, FAT32, NTFS Support Memory 2 TB (max) Capacity Maximum number of folders (albums) Maximum number 8000 of files (songs) Ethernet interface (100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) AUX Input...
  • Page 70 ■ File format This unit supports the following file formats. • This unit does not support the playback of copy- protected music files. • Playback of all files in formats supported by this unit is not guaranteed. • Playback of a file in a format not supported by this unit may cause choppy audio or noise.
  • Page 71 USB-A 32/44.1/ 16 to .mp3 48 kHz 320 kbps .m4a 32/44.1/48/ 16 to 88.2/96 kHz 320 kbps .aac 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ .wav 176.4/192/ 16/24/32 bit 352.8/ 384 kHz 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ FLAC .flac 16/24 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ AIFF .aiff 16/24/32 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz...
  • Page 72 LAN (DMR) 32/44.1/ 16 to 320 .mp3 48 kHz kbps .m4a 32/44.1/48/ 16 to 320 88.2/96 kHz kbps .aac 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ .wav 16/24/32 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ FLAC .flac 16/24 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ AIFF .aiff 16/24/32 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz...
  • Page 73 Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490 www.shop.panasonic.com Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.com TQBM0563 © Panasonic Corporation 2019 M0919TK0...

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