Operating Instructions Compact Stereo System Model No. SC-HC28DB SC-HC18 Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model. RQT9731-1B...
Caution for AC Mains Lead Safety precautions (For the AC mains plug of three pins) WARNING For your safety, please read the following text carefully. Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin –...
≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899 ≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models ≥ For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 SC-HC28DB and SC-HC18. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of ≥ Monday–Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm SC-HC28DB.
Select the audio source Basic playback control buttons Enter setup menu Change displayed information [SC-HC28DB] Enter the iPod/iPhone menu Set the sleep timer Change the brightness of the display panel [SC-HC18] Adjust the volume (0 (min) to 50 (max)) Mute the sound Mutes the sound.
Connections [SC-HC28DB] Adhesive tape (not supplied) Be sure to tighten fully the DAB indoor antenna nut. (supplied) [SC-HC18] Adhesive tape (not supplied) FM indoor antenna (supplied) Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are completed. This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (l 16) even when turned off.
RADIO VOLUME OPEN/CLOSE /USB OPEN/CLOSE [SC-HC28DB] Attach the pad before using this unit. (l 19) [SC-HC28DB] Select “IPOD_DOCK” as the source Connect using the Lightning connector *1 (supplied) PUSH *1: Refer to “Playable media” for compatible models. (l 14) ≥...
– [iPod MENU]: To return to the previous menu. USB devices containing MP3 files (l 14) [USB]: [iPod] is only available for [SC-HC28DB]. ≥ Depending on the model (e.g., iPod nano 7th generation, etc.), it may be necessary to select the album, artist, etc. on Preparation the iPod/iPhone.
[SC-HC28DB] Presetting DAB/DAB+ stations Listening to DAB/DAB+ You can preset up to 20 DAB/DAB+ stations. Preparation Preparation ≥ Make sure that the DAB antenna is connected. (l 5) ≥ Press [RADIO] repeatedly to select “DAB/DAB+”. ≥ Turn the unit on.
Display ≥ If broadcasting stations are memorised, proceed to Press [DISPLAY] to change the display. “To re-scan DAB/DAB+ stations” to memorise stations on other frequency blocks. (l 8) The information will scroll through the display. ≥ If “SCAN FAILED” is still displayed, repeat steps 1 to 3 until a Each time you press the button: station is memorised.
Listening to a preset channel Preparation ∫ To display the current FM signal status 1 Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select [SC-HC28DB] “TUNEMODE”. While receiving FM broadcast, press [DISPLAY]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “PRESET” and then press [SC-HC18] [OK].
≥ To display the clock, press [SETUP] to select “CLOCK” and set when the timer was turned on. then press [OK] once. The time is displayed for 10 seconds. *1: “CD”, “USB”, “IPOD_PORT” ([SC-HC28DB]), (During standby, press [DISPLAY] once.) “IPOD_DOCK” ([SC-HC28DB]), “DAB/DAB+” ([SC-HC28DB]) ≥...
≥ An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cords. Keep other appliances and cords away from this unit’s cables. When other Panasonic equipment responds to the supplied remote control, change the remote control MP3 cannot be read.
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≥ The USB device is drawing too much power. Switch to “CD” mode, remove the USB and turn the unit off. “NODEVICE” ≥ [SC-HC28DB] The iPod/iPhone/iPad device is not inserted correctly. Read the instructions and try again (l 6). ≥ [SC-HC28DB] The battery of the iPod/iPhone/iPad is depleted.
≥ Compatibility depends on the software version. Update your for more than 4 seconds. iPod/iPhone/iPad to the latest software before using it with this unit. ≥ Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for [SC-HC28DB] the loss of data and/or information. “SCAN FAILED”...
USB card reader, typically the first memory card inserted. Licenses [SC-HC28DB] “Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone”, and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
FM 30 stations ≥ Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer. Frequency Modulation (FM) *1: [SC-HC28DB] When the iPod/iPhone/iPad is not charging Frequency range and the dock is closed. 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz step)
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should 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 and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
Attaching the support pad to this unit [SC-HC28DB] Attach the supplied support pad to prevent damage or scratches to this unit’s sliding door or the device connected to the “IPOD_DOCK”. Attach the support pad before using this unit. ≥ The location is the same for either iPod touch, iPod nano, iPhone or iPad mini.
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(Bottom of product) Pursuant to the applicable EU legislation Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQT9731-1B C Panasonic Corporation 2012 F1212SR1013...