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Using An Ipod/Iphone/Radio/Discs; Remote Control Code; Troubleshooting - Panasonic SC-HC25 Operating Instructions

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4
DISCS
Playing discs
Program playback
This function allows you to program up to 24 tracks.
1
Press [CD x, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main
unit to open the sliding door.
Put in a disc with the label facing towards you.
1
Press [CD x, OPEN/CLOSE] again to close the
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
sliding door.
"PGM" is shown.
2
Press the numeric buttons to select the
desired track.
Do this step again to program other tracks.
Click!
3
Press [4/9] to start playback.
1
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode.
2
Press [R, T] to select the desired album.
2
Press [CD] and then press [4/9] to start
playback.
3
Press [6] and then press the numeric
Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it
buttons to select the desired track.
is closing.
4
Press [OK].
Stop
Press [8] during playback.
Do steps 2 through 4 again to program other
playback
tracks.
Pause
Press [4/9] during playback.
5
Press [4/9] to start playback.
playback
Press again to continue playback.
Skip album
Cancel
Press [PROGRAM] in the stop
Press [R, T].
program
mode.
mode
Skip track
Press [2] or [6] (main unit:
Replay the
Press [PROGRAM] and then
[2/3] or [5/6]).
program
press [4/9].
Search
Check
through track
Press [2] or [6] when
Press and hold [3] or [5]
program
"PGM" is shown in the stop
(main unit: [2/3] or
contents
mode.
[5/6]).
To check while programming,
press [PROGRAM] two times
after "PGM" is shown, then press
Playmode function
[2] or [6].
Clear the last
Press [DEL] in the stop mode.
1
Press [PLAY MENU] to select "PLAYMODE".
track
Clear all
Press [8] in the stop mode.
2
Press [Y, U] and then press [OK] to select
programmed
"CLR ALL" is shown. Within 5
the desired mode.
tracks
seconds, press [8] again.
OFF
Play all tracks.
Note:
PLAYMODE
The program memory is cleared when you open the
sliding door.
1-TRACK
Play one selected track on the
1TR
disc.
Press the numeric buttons to
Viewing available information
select the track.
Playback starts from the selected
You can view the available information on the
track.
display panel.
1-ALBUM
Press [DISPLAY].
1ALBUM
Play one selected album on the
Note:
disc.
• Maximum characters that can be shown:
Press [R, T] to select the album.
approximately 30
• This system supports ver. 1.0, 1.1 and 2.3 ID3 tags.
RANDOM
Play a disc randomly.
• Text data that the system does not support can show
RND
differently.
1- ALBUM
RANDOM
Play all tracks in one selected
1ALBUM RND
album randomly.
Note on CDs
Press [R, T] to select the album.
• This system can access up to 99 tracks.
• This system can play MP3 files and CD-DA format
Note:
audio CD-R/RW that have been finalised.
• During random playback, you cannot skip to tracks
• This system can fail to play some CD-R/RW because
which have been played or press the numeric
of the condition of the recording.
buttons.
• This function does not work with "Program playback".
• The setting returns to the default "OFF PLAYMODE"
Note on MP3s
when you open the sliding door.
• Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as
albums.
Repeat playback
• This system can access up to 999 tracks, 255 albums
(including root folder) and 20 sessions.
• Disc must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for
You can repeat "Program playback" or other
extended formats).
selected "Playmode function".
• To play in a certain order, prefix the folder and file
1
names with 3-digit numbers in the order you want
Press [PLAY MENU] to select "REPEAT".
them to play.
2
Press [Y, U] to select "ON REPEAT" and
Limitations on MP3 playback
then press [OK].
• If you have recorded MP3s on the same disc as
"
" is shown.
CD-DA, only the format recorded in the first session
To cancel, select "OFF REPEAT".
can be played.
• Some MP3s cannot be played because of the
condition of the disc or recording.
• Recordings will not necessarily be played in the order
you recorded them.
5
USING AN iPod OR iPhone
1
Push [x, iPod] to open the dock tray.
Charging an iPod or iPhone
2
Insert a compatible dock adapter.
An iPod or iPhone is charged automatically when
connected to the system (even when the system is
iPhone (not included)
in standby mode).
• See the iPod or iPhone display for its battery
charging status.
• Disconnect the iPod or iPhone if it is not used
for an extended period of time after charging is
complete.
• Charging stops when the battery is fully charged.
The battery will deplete naturally.
Compatible iPod and iPhone
Connector
Dock adapter
Update your iPod or iPhone with the latest software
(not included)
before using this system.
Compatibility depends on the software version of
3
Connect the iPod or iPhone firmly.
your iPod or iPhone.
Make sure to remove the iPod or iPhone from
• iPod touch 4th generation (8GB, 32GB, 64GB)
its case.
• iPod nano 6th generation (8GB, 16GB)
• iPod touch 3rd generation (32GB, 64GB)
4
Press [iPod] and then press [4/9] to start
• iPod nano 5th generation (video camera)
playback.
(8GB, 16GB)
• iPod touch 2nd generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
Pause playback
Press [4/9] or [8].
• iPod classic [120GB, 160GB (2009)]
• iPod nano 4th generation (video) (8GB, 16GB)
Skip track
Press [2] or [6] (main
• iPod classic (160GB) (2007)
unit: [2/3] or [5/6]).
• iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
Search the
Press and hold [3] or [5]
• iPod nano 3rd generation (video) (4GB, 8GB)
current track
(main unit: [2/3] or
• iPod classic (80GB)
[5/6]).
• iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
(2GB, 4GB, 8GB)
View iPod or
Press [iPod MENU] in the play
• iPod 5th generation (video) (60GB, 80GB)
iPhone menu,
mode.
• iPod 5th generation (video) (30GB)
Return to
• iPod nano 1st generation (1GB, 2GB, 4GB)
previous menu
• iPhone 4 (16GB, 32GB)
Select an iPod
Press [R, T] and then press
• iPhone 3GS (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
or iPhone menu
• iPhone 3G (8GB, 16GB)
[OK].
item
• iPhone (4GB, 8GB, 16GB)
Note:
Note on iPhone
• Make sure to align your iPod or iPhone with the
connector when inserting the iPod or iPhone.
• All phone features can only be controlled by the touch
• The operations may vary or not work depending on
screen of the iPhone.
the iPod or iPhone models.
• The system does not show incoming calls or the
• Depending on the model, it may be necessary to
phone status.
remove the iPod or iPhone and select the album,
• Playback will stop when there is an incoming call.
artist, etc. on the iPod or iPhone.
• A call is not cancelled when you connect or
• Read the User Guide of the iPod or iPhone for
disconnect the iPhone from the system.
operating instructions.
• There is no Apple Inc. specification that will guarantee
the above iPhone response. iPhone responses can
be different on newer models or with new software.
6
RADIO
Manual tuning
Manual presetting
30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.
1
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "FM" or
"AM".
Preparation
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "FM" or "AM".
2
Press [3] or [5] to select the frequency
1
of the required station.
Press [3] or [5] to tune in to the
To tune automatically, press and hold the button
station.
until the frequency starts changing quickly.
2
Press [PROGRAM].
To improve the sound quality
3
Press the numeric buttons to select a preset
number.
When "FM" is selected
Do steps 1 through 3 again to preset more
stations.
1
Press [RADIO MENU] to select "FM MODE".
The new station replaces any station that
occupies the same preset number.
2
Press [Y, U] to select "MONO" and then
press [OK].
To cancel, select "ST".
Selecting a preset station
• "MONO" is also cancelled when you change the
frequency.
Press the numeric buttons, [2] or [6] (main
• Turn off "MONO" for normal listening.
unit: [2/3] or [5/6]) to select the
When "AM" is selected
preset station.
1
Press [RADIO MENU] to select "B.PROOF".
AM allocation setting
(by main unit only)
2
Press [Y, U] to select "BP 1" or "BP 2" and
then press [OK].
This system can also receive AM broadcasts
allocated in 10 kHz steps.
Automatic presetting
1
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "FM" or
"AM".
30 FM and 15 AM stations can be preset.
2
Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN].
Preparation
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "FM" or "AM".
After a few seconds, the display panel shows the
1
Press [OK] to select "LOWEST" or
current minimum radio frequency. Release the
button when the minimum frequency changes.
"CURRENT" frequency.
• To go back to the initial setting, do the above steps
2
Press [RADIO MENU] to select "A.PRESET"
again.
• After you change the setting, preset frequencies are
and then press [OK].
erased.
"START?" is shown.
3
Press [OK] to start presetting.
7
CLOCK AND TIMERS
1
Setting the clock
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select "#PLAY 1",
"#PLAY 2" or "#PLAY 3".
This is a 24-hour clock.
2
Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the
1
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select "CLOCK".
start time.
2
3
Within 10 seconds, press [R, T] to set the
Press [OK].
time.
4
Do steps 2 and 3 again to set the end time.
3
Press [OK].
To start the timer
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to show the clock for a few
seconds.
5
Press [#, PLAY] to start "#PLAY 1",
Note:
"#PLAY 2" or "#PLAY 3".
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
6
Press [`] to switch off the system.
The system must be switched off for the timer to
Sleep timer
operate.
The sleep timer switches off the system after the
Change the
Do steps 1 through 4 and 6 again
set time.
settings
(Z above).
Press [SLEEP] to select the setting (in minutes).
Change the
1) Press [#, PLAY] two times to
To cancel, select "OFF".
source or
remove the timer indicator on
30 MIN
→ 60 MIN → 90 MIN
120 MIN
OFF
volume
the display panel.
2) Change the source or volume.
To show the remaining time
3) Do steps 5 and 6 (Z above).
Press [SLEEP].
Check the
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select
settings
"#PLAY 1", "#PLAY 2" or
Note:
• The sleep timer can be used together with the play
"#PLAY 3".
timer.
Cancel
Press [#, PLAY] two times to
• The sleep timer always comes first. Be sure not to set
remove the timer indicator on the
an overlap of timers.
display panel.
Play timer
Note:
• The play timer starts at a low volume and increases
gradually to the preset level.
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time
• The timer comes on at the set time every day if the
to wake you up.
timer is on.
Switch on the system and set the clock.
• If you switch off the system and switch on again while
Prepare the music source you want to listen to
a timer is in operation, the timer will not stop at the
(disc, radio, iPod, iPhone, USB or AUX) and set the
end time.
volume.
8
SOUND EFFECTS
Changing the sound quality
Preset EQ
1
Press [SOUND] to select a sound effect.
Press [PRESET EQ] to select a setting.
HEAVY
Adds punch to rock
2
Within 3 seconds, press [Y, U] to select the
desired setting.
SOFT
For background music
BASS
-4 to +4
CLEAR
Clarifies higher frequencies
VOCAL
Adds gloss to vocal
TREBLE
SURROUND
"ON SURROUND" or
FLAT
Cancels the sound effect
"OFF SURROUND"
INPUT LEVEL
"NORMAL" or "HIGH"
D.BASS
(For AUX source)
This function lets you enjoy a powerful bass effect.
Press [D.BASS] to select "ON D.BASS" or
"OFF D.BASS".
9
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT
USB
Using the auxiliary input
You can connect a portable audio equipment and
listen to the audio through this system.
You can connect and play MP3 tracks from your
USB mass storage device.
Preparation
Switch off the equalizer (if any) of the portable audio
Do not use a USB extension cable. The system
equipment to prevent sound distortion.
cannot recognize USB mass storage device
Decrease the volume of the system and the
connected through a cable.
portable audio equipment before you connect or
1
Decrease the volume and connect the USB
disconnect the portable audio equipment.
mass storage device to the USB port.
1
Connect the portable audio equipment.
Plug type: Ø 3.5 mm stereo (not included)
2
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "USB" and
then press [4/9] to start playback.
2
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "AUX".
Stop
Press [8] during playback.
3
Play the portable audio equipment.
playback
"RESUME" is shown.
Press [4/9] to continue
To adjust the audio input level (Z "Changing
playback.
the sound quality").
OR
Select "NORMAL" if the sound is distorted during
Press [8] two times to stop the
"HIGH" input level.
playback fully.
Note:
For other operations, refer to "DISCS".
• Read the operating instructions of the portable audio
equipment for details.
Compatible devices
• Components and cables are sold separately.
• USB mass storage devices that support bulk-only
transfer.
• USB mass storage devices that support USB 2.0 full
speed.
Supported format
• Folders are defined as album.
• Files are defined as track.
• Track must have the extension ".mp3" or ".MP3".
• CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
• NTFS file system is not supported (only FAT 12/16/32
file system is supported).
• Some files can fail to work because of the sector size.
Note:
• Maximum album: 255 albums (including root folder)
• Maximum track: 2500 tracks
• Maximum track in one album: 999 tracks
10

REMOTE CONTROL CODE

When other Panasonic equipment responds to the
To set the code to "REMOTE 1"
remote control of this system, change the remote
1
Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN] on the
control code for this system.
main unit and [1] on the remote control until
Preparation
"REMOTE 1" is shown.
Press [RADIO, EXT-IN] to select "AUX".
2
Press and hold [OK] and [1] for a minimum of
To set the code to "REMOTE 2"
4 seconds.
1
Press and hold [RADIO, EXT-IN] on the
main unit and [2] on the remote control until
"REMOTE 2" is shown.
2
Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of
4 seconds.
11
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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
■ USB
No operations can be done with the remote
The USB mass storage device or the contents in
control.
it cannot be read.
• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.
• The format of the USB mass storage device or
the contents in it is/are not compatible with the
Sound is distorted or no sound.
system.
• Increase the volume.
• USB mass storage devices with storage capacity
• Switch off the system, determine and correct the
of more than 32 GB cannot work in some
cause, then switch the system on again. It can
conditions.
be caused by straining of the speakers through
excessive volume or power, and when using the
Slow operation of the USB mass storage device.
system in a hot environment.
• Large content size or large memory USB mass
storage device takes longer time to read.
A "humming" sound can be heard during
playback.
The elapsed time shown is different from the
• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the
actual play time.
cables. Keep other appliances and cords away
• Transfer the data to another USB mass storage
from the cables of this system.
device or backup the data and reformat the USB
mass storage device.
■ Discs
■ Main unit displays
Display not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.
"NO PLAY"
• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in
• Examine the content. You can only play supported
correctly.
format.
• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
• This system can read and play up to 255 albums
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or
or folders (audio and non-audio).
non-standard.
• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to
"F76" or "F61"
2 hours.
• There is a power supply problem.
The total number of tracks shown is incorrect.
"ERROR"
The disc cannot be read.
• An incorrect operation was done. Read the
Distorted sound is heard.
instructions and try again.
• You put in a disc that the system cannot play.
Change to a playable disc.
"NOT MP3/ERROR"
• You put in a disc that has not been finalised.
• An unsupported MP3 format. The system will skip
that track and play the next one.
■ Radio
"VBR–"
A beat sound is heard.
• The system cannot show the remaining play time
• Switch off the TV or move it away from the
for variable bit rate (VBR) tracks.
system.
"NODEVICE"
A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.
• The iPod or iPhone is not connected. Examine the
• Move the antenna away from other cables and
connection.
cords.
Memory reset (Initialisation)
■ iPod or iPhone
When the following situations occur, refer to the
instructions below to reset the memory:
You cannot switch on the iPod or iPhone.
• There is no response when buttons are
• Examine that the battery of the iPod or iPhone is
pressed.
not depleted.
• You want to clear and reset the memory
• Switch off the iPod or iPhone and the system
contents.
before you connect the iPod or iPhone. Connect
the iPod or iPhone and try again.
To reset the memory
No sound.
1
Disconnect the AC mains lead.
• Switch off the iPod or iPhone and remove from
(Wait 3 minutes before you continue with
the system. Connect the iPod or iPhone to the
step 2.)
system and switch it on and play it again.
2
While you press and hold [1] on the main
unit, connect the AC mains lead again.
"– – – – – – – –" shows on the display panel.
3
Release [1].
All the settings are set back to the factory
preset.
It is necessary to set the memory items again.

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