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Technics SL-G700M Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Network/ Super Audio CD Player SL-G700M2...
  • 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 Customer Communications Centre • For customers within the UK: 0333 222 8777 • For customers within Ireland: 01 447 5229 • Monday–Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, (Excluding public holidays). • For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.technics.com/uk/...
  • Page 4 Features Advanced Digital High Quality Audio Technology and Design Know-how Equipped with a D/A conversion system that realises ideal characteristics of analogue audio output amplitude and phase using digital technologies, and with a power source that minimises noise in three-stage configuration combined with a high-speed switching power source and noise elimination circuit.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Read first Please carefully read the “Safety precautions” of this manual before use. Control reference guide This unit, Remote control Connections AC mains lead connection, Network settings Operations Playback of CD/Super Audio CD, connected device, music streaming services, etc. Settings Sound adjustment, Other settings Others...
  • Page 6 Accessories AC mains lead (3) Except for Switzerland K2CM3YY00041 For Switzerland K2CS3YY00048 For the United Kingdom and Ireland K2CT3YY00081 System connection cable (1) K2KYYYY00233 Analogue audio cable (1) K4EY4YY00003 Remote control (1) N2QAYA000240 Batteries for remote control (2) • Product numbers provided in these operating instructions are correct as of September 2022.

  • Page 7: Read First

    Warning ............ 08 Caution ............. 08 Installation ........... 15 Installation ..........15 Unit care ............15 Using “Technics Audio Center” ....15 Firmware updates ........16 To restore all the settings to the factory defaults ............16 To dispose of or transfer this unit ....16 Network services ........16...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Read first Safety precautions 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.
  • Page 9 Placement • Place this unit on an even surface. • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,  Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.  Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
  • Page 10 (Inside of product) (Produktets innside) For the United Kingdom and Ireland customer Caution for AC Mains Lead (For the AC mains plug of three pins) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
  • Page 11 2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. Figure A Figure B Fuse Fuse (10 ampere) (10 ampere) NORSK ADVARSEL Produkt • For å redusere faren for brann, elektrisk støt eller skade på apparatet :  Utsett ikke produktet for regn, fukt, drypping eller sprut.
  • Page 12 Pan European Guarantee included in your device box to send you the full text of our privacy policy.
  • Page 13 EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC server: https://www.ptc.panasonic.eu Contact to Authorised Representative: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic...
  • Page 14 UK Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 No.1206. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC server: https://www.ptc.panasonic.eu/compliance- documents Contact in the UK : Panasonic Testing Centre...

  • Page 15: Installation

    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 network to this unit and configure the settings of sound quality, etc.

  • Page 16: Firmware Updates

    Firmware updates Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge. • Refer to “Firmware updates” (⇒ 97) for details on update. To restore all the settings to the factory defaults Press [NWP] while this unit is turned on.

  • Page 17: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide This unit (front) ........18 This unit (rear) ........20 Remote control ........21 Using the remote control ......24 Remote control mode ....... 24 Table of contents ... 05...

  • Page 18: This Unit (Front)

    Control reference guide This unit (front) 02 03 11 12 01 [ ] Standby/on button • Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 02 Power indicator •...
  • Page 19 10 Multi control knob • Turn this knob clockwise or anticlockwise to switch the input source and scroll through items. • To enter the setup screen, press and hold the knob. (Press knob to set an item on the screen.) 11 Input selector button •...

  • Page 20: This Unit (Rear)

    Control reference guide This unit (rear) 04 05 06 07 01 Analogue audio output terminals (ANALOG OUT) (⇒ 27) 02 Wireless LAN antenna (⇒ 33) 03 Optical digital output terminal (OPT) (⇒ 28) 04 Coaxial digital output terminal (COAX) (⇒ 28) 05 Optical digital input terminal (OPT) (⇒...

  • Page 21: Remote Control

    Control reference guide Remote control ■ Buttons that work for this unit 01 [NWP ]/[CD ]: Standby/on button • Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. The input source also switches for each selector (switches to the last selected input source when [NWP...
  • Page 22 05 [INFO]: View content information • The sound setting information is displayed such MQA Decoding, etc. by pressing and holding [INFO]. 06 [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]/[OK]: Selection/OK 07 [RETURN]: Return to the previous display 08 [MQA]: Switches MQA decoding function to “On”/“Off”...
  • Page 23 ■ Buttons that work for the connected Technics devices The remote control of this unit also works for Technics devices (Stereo Integrated Amplifier, etc.). For information on the operations of the devices, please also refer to their operating instructions. ] Standby/on button...

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control R03/LR03, AAA (Alkaline or manganese batteries) Note • Insert the battery so the terminals ( match those in the remote control. • Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. (⇒ 18) • Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
  • Page 25 ■ When “Remote 1” or “Remote 2” is displayed When “Remote 1” or “Remote 2” is displayed, the remote control modes of this unit and remote control are different. Perform step 4 above.

  • Page 26: Connections

    Connections Connecting to an amplifier ....27 Connecting to an amplifier ......27 Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal ......28 Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal ......... 28 AC mains lead ........29 AC mains lead connection ......29 Network settings .........

  • Page 27: Connecting To An Amplifier

    Connections Connecting to an amplifier You can output analogue audio signals from this unit and play back music. Connecting to an amplifier XLR cable (not supplied) Analogue audio cable (supplied) Amplifier with balanced input Amplifier with terminals unbalanced input terminals Amplifier : We recommend using cables with a length of 3 m or less.

  • Page 28: Connecting To An Amplifier With Digital Input Terminal

    Connections Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal You can output digital audio signals from this unit by connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal, etc. and play back music. Connecting to an amplifier with digital input terminal Coaxial digital Optical digital cable...

  • Page 29: Ac Mains Lead

    Connections AC mains lead AC mains lead connection Connect only after all other connections are completed. AC mains lead (supplied) To a household mains socket Insert the AC mains lead up to a point just before the round hole. • Use only the supplied AC mains lead. •...

  • Page 30: Network Settings

     For the update information, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/ • In order to fully enjoy all the features the SL- G700M2 has to offer, it has been designed to work with the Google Home app which integrates with your Google account.
  • Page 31 (Using Google Home app) 1 Install the Google Home app on your smartphone/tablet. • To download the Google Home app, visit: https://www.google.com/cast/setup/ (Using Apple Home app) 1 Install Apple Home app on your smartphone/tablet. • To download Apple Home app, visit: https://www.apple.com/ios/home/ 2 Connect your smartphone/tablet to the same network as this unit before...

  • Page 32: Wired Lan Connection

    Wired LAN connection LAN cable (not supplied) Broadband router, etc. 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit to a broadband router, etc. using a LAN cable. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. (⇒ 29) 4 Press [NWP ] to turn this unit on.

  • Page 33: Wireless Lan Connection

    Wireless LAN connection ■ Preparation Disconnect the AC mains lead. Disconnect the LAN cable. Place this unit as close to the wireless router as possible. Point up the antenna on the rear of this unit as shown in the figure. Connect the AC mains lead to this unit.
  • Page 34 Note • This unit will be displayed as “Technics-SL- **** G700M2- ” 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 Home app or “Technics Audio Center”...
  • Page 35 6 After “WPS” is displayed, press the WPS button on the wireless router. Example: • “Linking” blinks. • When the connection is established, “Success” is displayed.  “Fail” may be displayed if the connection was not complete. Try this method again from the setup menu.
  • Page 36 6 Enter the PIN code into the wireless router from PC, etc. • “Linking” blinks. • When the connection is established, “Success” is displayed.  “Fail” may be displayed if the connection was not complete. Try this method again from the setup menu.
  • Page 37 For detailed information of Chromecast- enabled apps, visit: g.co/cast/apps You can also stream music files from the device on your network to this unit by using the “Technics Audio Center” app. Download and install the app from the website below. www.technics.com/support/ ■...
  • Page 38 Note • You cannot use Chromecast app with this unit when the network setting is set up by “WPS PIN” for “WPS Push”. To stream music files with this unit using Chromecast-enabled apps (⇒ 37), set up the network setting using Google Home app. (⇒...

  • Page 39: This Unit's Name On The Network "Friendly Name

    Friendly Name is selected. • Press [CLEAR] to delete a letter. • Press [ 10] to insert a letter “A”. **** • Default name is “Technics-SL-G700M2- ”. **** “ ” stands for a number that is unique to each set.

  • Page 40: Operations

    Operations Playing back CD/Super Audio CD ..43 Operations during playback ...... 44 Repeat playback ........44 Random playback ........44 Programme playback ........ 44 Playing back Hybrid Super Audio CDs ..45 Pure Disc Playback ........46 Using USB device ......... 47 Using a USB HDD ........
  • Page 41 Operations during playback .......61 Repeat playback ........62 Random playback ........62 Operations using the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” ......62 Playing back content stored on the media server by controlling it from a DMC ..........63 Playing Internet Radio and Podcasts ..........
  • Page 42 Operations during playback ...... 79 Repeat playback ........79 Random playback ........80 Operations using the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” ......80 Using Qobuz ......... 81 Operations during playback ...... 82 Repeat playback ........82 Random playback ........83 Adding a track/album/artist, etc.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Cd/Super Audio Cd

    Operations Playing back CD/Super Audio Insert the CD for music playback. • Refer to “Notes on discs” (⇒ 122) for the discs this unit can play back. 1 Press [NWP ]/[CD ] to turn this unit 2 Press [>INPUT<] repeatedly to select “CD”.

  • Page 44: Operations During Playback

    Operations during playback Stop Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search • Searches only in the track. [INFO] View available • Press repeatedly to switch information the information. Repeat playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ “1 ”: Only plays the selected track. “...

  • Page 45: Playing Back Hybrid Super Audio Cds

    Press [ Stop • Programmed contents are stored. Check the Press [ ] or [ ] in the stop programmed mode. order Add tracks Do step 3 in the stop mode. Press [CLEAR] in the stop mode. Clear the last track •...

  • Page 46: Pure Disc Playback

    [OK]. Note • This unit is not displayed as the output speakers on “Technics Audio Center” app, etc. after setting. • Press [CD] again for 5 seconds or longer to cancel and return to the normal mode. • Playback of the online music streaming services, music files from network devices, etc.

  • Page 47: Using Usb Device

    Operations Using USB device You can connect a USB device to the unit and play back music stored on the USB device. • Refer to “USB” (⇒ 123) for information about the USB device this unit can play back. USB device 1 Connect a USB device to the USB-A terminal (USB-A Front/USB-A Rear) on the front/rear of this unit.

  • Page 48: Operations During Playback

    Operations during playback Stop Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search [INFO] View available • Press repeatedly to switch the information information. • This operation may not be available for some formats. Repeat playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ “1 ”: Only plays the selected track.

  • Page 49: Add A Track To Playlist

    Add a track to playlist You can add your favourite track to playlist. 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] to select a track to add. 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Press [OK]. • “Added” is displayed after adding. •...

  • Page 50: Deleting The Track From Playlist

    Deleting the track from playlist 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Playlist” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select a track to delete. 4 Press [MENU]. 5 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Delete One” and then press [OK].

  • Page 51: Using Digital Audio Output Device

    Operations Using digital audio output device You can connect a digital audio output device with coaxial digital cable (not supplied) or optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to this unit and play back music. Optical digital Coaxial digital audio cable cable (not supplied) (not supplied)
  • Page 52 Note • When enjoying video contents with this function, the video and audio output may not be synchronised. • The digital audio input terminals of this unit can only detect the following linear PCM signals. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.

  • Page 53: Using Pc, Etc

    PC. (Only for Windows OS) • Download and install the driver from the website below. www.technics.com/support/ Download and install the dedicated app “Technics Audio Player” (free of charge) on your • Download and install the app from the website below. www.technics.com/support/ (Continued)

  • Page 54: Using Usb 2.0 Cable

    Using USB 2.0 cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a PC, etc. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. (⇒ 29) 4 Press [NWP ]/[CD 5 Press [>INPUT<] repeatedly to select “USB-B”. 6 Start playback using the application on the connected PC.

  • Page 55: Using Bluetooth

    Operations Using Bluetooth ® You can listen to the sound from the Bluetooth audio device from this unit ® wirelessly. • Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth device for details. ® Bluetooth device ® Pairing a Bluetooth device ®...
  • Page 56 6 Select “Technics-SL-G700M2- ” from **** the Bluetooth device’s menu. ® • The name of the connected device is indicated on the display. **** **** • The MAC address “ ” (“ ” stands for a character that is unique to each set.) may be **** displayed before “Technics-SL-G700M2-...

  • Page 57: Operations During Playback

    Operations during playback Stop Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Note • To use this unit’s remote control/playback operation buttons with a Bluetooth device, the ® Bluetooth device must support AVRCP (Audio ® Video Remote Control Profile). Depending on the status of the device, some controls may not work.

  • Page 58: Bluetooth ® Transmission Mode

    Bluetooth transmission mode ® If a Bluetooth device is already connected, ® disconnect it. 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [MENU]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Link Mode” and then press [OK]. 4 Press [ ], [ ] to select the mode and then press [OK].

  • Page 59: Playing Back Music More Natural-Sounding Audio "Re-Master

    Playing back music more natural- sounding audio “RE-MASTER” Adjusts the playback band to achieve a higher bit depth to reproduce natural and expansive sounds close to original music sources. • The factory default is “Off”. 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [MENU]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “RE- MASTER”...

  • Page 60: Playing Back Music Files On The Media Server

    Operations Playing back music files on the media server You can share music files stored in the media server (PC, Network Attached Storage, etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy the contents with this unit. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 30) •...

  • Page 61: Playing Back Content Stored On The Media Server By Controlling It From This Unit

    Playing back content stored on the media server by controlling it from this unit 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [>INPUT<] repeatedly to select “DMP”. • You can also select the input source by turning the multi control knob after pressing [INPUT] on the unit.

  • Page 62: Repeat Playback

    • Setting contents are stored even when the input source is switched. Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” If you install the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/smartphone, you can control this unit using a wide variety of functions.

  • Page 63: Playing Back Content Stored On The Media Server By Controlling It From A Dmc

    • This unit does not guarantee connection with all DMC applications. Use the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center”. **** 1: “ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.

  • Page 64: Playing Internet Radio And Podcasts

    Operations Playing Internet Radio and Podcasts This unit supports an audio broadcasting service transmitted via the Internet, and Internet Radio and Podcasts can be played back. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 30)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.

  • Page 65: Operations During Playback

    Operations during playback Stop (Returns to the list.) Pause • Press again to resume. (Podcasts) Skip Search (Podcasts) Repeat playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ “1 ”: Only plays the selected track. “ ”: All tracks are repeated. • Setting contents are stored even when the input source is switched.

  • Page 66: Adding A Station To Favourite List "Add Favourites

    Adding a station to favourite list “Add Favourites” 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] to select a station and then press [OK]. 3 Press [MENU]. 4 Select “Add Favourites” and then press [OK]. • “Added” is displayed after registering. Call up the favourite track/album/ artist 1 Press [NWP].

  • Page 67: Operations Using The Dedicated App "Technics Audio Center

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” If you install the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/smartphone, you can control this unit using a wide variety of functions. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/...

  • Page 68: Playing Audio Using Spotify Connect

    Operations Playing audio using Spotify Connect This unit is compatible with Spotify Connect for the online music service (Spotify). ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 30)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet. • Connect the device to be used to the network of this unit.
  • Page 69 Note • The device name of this unit will be displayed as **** “Technics-SL-G700M2- ” 1, 2 • If the device name is set on the Google Home app or Apple Home app, the set name is displayed. • Registration/subscription is required.

  • Page 70: 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 71: Operations During Playback

    • When TIDAL is used for the first time, “Operate via App” is displayed. Use the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” for operating. • The playback operation screen is displayed when you have played back TIDAL before. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select an item and then press [OK].

  • Page 72: Random Playback

    Random playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [RND]. • Press again to cancel. • “RND” is displayed. • During random playback, you may not skip to the previous track. • Setting contents are stored even when the input source is switched. Adding a track/album/artist, etc.

  • Page 73: Deleting The Track/Album/Artist "Delete Favourites

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” You start the playback using “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone. • If you select TIDAL from “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone, the input is automatically switched to TIDAL. • For details, visit:...

  • Page 74: 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 75: Operations During Playback

    • When Deezer is used for the first time, “Operate via App” is displayed. Use the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” for operating. • The playback operation screen is displayed when you have played back Deezer before. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select an item and then press [OK].

  • Page 76: Random Playback

    Random playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [RND]. • Press again to cancel. • “RND” is displayed. • During random playback, you may not skip to the previous track. • Setting contents are stored even when the input source is switched. Adding a track/album/artist, etc.

  • Page 77: Deleting The Track/Album/Artist "Delete Favourites

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” You start the playback using “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone. • If you select Deezer from “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone, the input is automatically switched to Deezer. • For details, visit:...

  • Page 78: Using Amazon Music

    For details of Amazon Music, visit the following website. www.amazonmusic.com ■ Preparation • Install the latest “Technics Music App” on your device (smartphone, tablet, etc.). For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Music App” has been installed to the network connected to the internet.

  • Page 79: Operations During Playback

    • When Amazon Music is used for the first time, “Operate via App” is displayed. Use the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” for operating. • The playback operation screen is displayed when you have played back Amazon Music before.

  • Page 80: Random Playback

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” You start the playback using “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone. • If you select Amazon Music from “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone, the input is automatically switched to Amazon Music. • For details, visit:...

  • Page 81: Using Qobuz

    For details of Qobuz, visit the following website. www.qobuz.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 82: Operations During Playback

    • When Qobuz is used for the first time, “Operate via App” is displayed. Use the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” for operating. • The playback operation screen is displayed when you have played back Qobuz before. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select an item and then press [OK].

  • Page 83: Random Playback

    Random playback 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [RND]. • Press again to cancel. • “RND” is displayed. • During random playback, you may not skip to the previous track. • Setting contents are stored even when the input source is switched. Adding a track/album/artist, etc.

  • Page 84: Deleting The Track/Album/Artist "Delete Favourites

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” You start the playback using “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone. • If you select Qobuz from “Technics Audio Center” on your tablet/smartphone, the input is automatically switched to Qobuz. • For details, visit:...

  • Page 85: Listening To Music Using Chromecast-Enabled App

    Operations 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. (⇒ 30)  Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.

  • Page 86: Using Airplay

    • Connect the iOS device or PC to the same network as this unit. (iOS device) Start the “Music” (or iPod) app. (PC) Start “iTunes”. 2 Select “Technics-SL-G700M2- ” **** 1, 2 from the AirPlay icon (e.g. • If the device name is set on the Google Home app or Apple Home app, the set name is displayed.

  • Page 87: Operations During Playback

    Operations during playback Pause • Press [ ] again to resume. Skip [INFO] View available • Press repeatedly to switch the information information. • You can also operate on the connected iOS device/PC. Note • Volume changes on the iOS device or iTunes will apply to this unit.

  • Page 88: Settings

    Settings Sound adjustment ....... 90 Adjusting the volume of headphones “PHONES VOL” ......... 90 Playing back CD/Super Audio CD for the higher quality sound “Pure Disc Playback” ......... 90 MQA decoding “MQA Decoding” ........91 Enabling the native playback for DSD signal “DSD Native”...
  • Page 89 ........103 Deleting the favourite station, music or playlist ........104 Operations using the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” ......104 System control connection ....105 Using system connection cable and audio cable ..........106 Switching this unit and the connected device to on/standby simultaneously ..

  • Page 90: Sound Adjustment

    Settings Sound adjustment 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [SETUP]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select the menu and then press [OK]. 4 Press [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] to set, and press [OK]. • You can also enter a setup screen by pressing and holding multi control knob on the unit.

  • Page 91: Mqa Decoding "Mqa Decoding

    MQA decoding “MQA Decoding” An MQA file or stream needs to be decoded to deliver the master quality audio. Switch the MQA decoding function to “On” or “Off”. (⇒ 100) • The factory default is “On”. Enabling the native playback for DSD signal “DSD Native”...

  • Page 92: Setting The Analogue Audio Output "A.output Level

    Setting the analogue audio output “A.Output Level” You can set the analogue audio output level is fixed or adjustable when changing the volume with this unit. (⇒ 27) • The factory default is “Fixed”. • When you connect a power amplifier, etc., set “A.Output Level”...

  • Page 93: Adjusts The Sound Quality Of Analogue Audio Output "Filter

    Adjusts the sound quality of analogue audio output “Filter” You can adjust the sound quality of an analogue audio output. Stop the playback before setting and select the mode as your favourite with listening to the actual sound. Filter name for each mode is as below.

  • Page 94: Other Settings

    Settings Other settings 1 Press [NWP]. 2 Press [SETUP]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select the menu and then press [OK]. 4 Press [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] to set, and press [OK]. • You can also enter a setup screen by pressing and holding multi control knob on the unit.

  • Page 95: Auto Off Function "Auto Off

    • When the brightness is turned off, the power indicator (red) is also turned off in standby mode. • When [DIMMER] works for the connected Technics devices, dimming step may not match between this unit and the connected devices. Set to “4” or adjust the steps for each.

  • Page 96: Network Standby "Standby Mode

    Network standby “Standby Mode” When this function is set to “On”, then this unit automatically turns on in the following cases.  When a Bluetooth connection is established to ® this unit from a paired Bluetooth device. ®  When playback operations are performed on this unit from a device connected to the network.

  • Page 97: Checking The Model Name "Model No

    These updates are available free of charge. • For the update information, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/ Downloading takes approx. 15 minutes. Do not disconnect the AC mains lead or turn this unit to standby while updating.
  • Page 98 Preparation • Download the latest firmware on the USB flash memory. For details, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/ 1 Connect the USB flash memory with new firmware to the USB-A terminal (USB-A Front) on the front of this unit.
  • Page 99 6 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press [OK]. • The progress is displayed as “Updating %” while updating. (“ ” stands for a number.) • When the update has finished successfully, “Success” is displayed. 7 Press [ ] on the unit to turn this unit off and on.

  • Page 100: Decoding Mqa Source

    Settings Decoding MQA source This unit includes the MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) technology, which enables playback of MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. This unit is a CD player that can recognise an MQA-CD. The built-in MQA decoder will restore the high-resolution signal heard in the studio and confirm it, using the authentication signature.

  • Page 101: Recommended Setting For Each Output And Function Of The Connected Device

    For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device. For information of Technics devices, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/ • When MQA audio file cannot be played back properly, set “DSD Native”...
  • Page 102 ■ MQA Full Decoder “Digital Output” is set to Digital output “On”. (COAX/OPT) “MQA Decoding” is set to “Off”. “Digital Output” is set to Analogue output “Off”. (BALANCED/ “MQA Decoding” is set to UNBALANCED) “On”. ■ MQA is not supported “Digital Output”...

  • Page 103: Using The Favourite Function (Fav)

    • You can register up to 9 favourite stations or playlists. • The favourite function (registering/calling up/ deleting) can also be set from the dedicated application “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge). • Press and hold [PGM] for approx. 3 seconds to exit the setting.

  • Page 104: Deleting The Favourite Station, Music Or Playlist

    Operations using the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” If you install the dedicated app “Technics Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/smartphone, you can control this unit and edit the favourite list. Download and install the app from the website below.

  • Page 105: System Control Connection

    Settings System control connection You can operate this unit and Technics devices supporting system control function (Stereo Integrated Amplifier, etc.) simultaneously with ease on the remote control. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each device. Analogue audio cable (supplied)

  • Page 106: Using System Connection Cable And Audio Cable

    Using system connection cable and audio cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and Technics device supporting system control function (Stereo Integrated Amplifier, etc.). • Use both of the system connection cable and the audio cables when connecting this unit and the device.

  • Page 107: Switching Function For The Input Source Of The Connected Device "Selector Link Type

    Set to “Adaptive” to switch the input source of the amplifier automatically to analogue input only when Super Audio CD is played back, regardless of the selected input of the amplifier (Technics devices supporting system control function). • For details, refer to the following website.

  • Page 108: Others

    Others Troubleshooting ......... 109 Heat buildup of this unit ......109 Do you have the latest firmware installed? ..........109 To restore all the settings to the factory defaults ........110 General ............ 111 Disc ............113 USB ............113 Bluetooth ..........114 ®...

  • Page 109: 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 110: To Restore All The Settings To The Factory Defaults

    To restore all the settings to the factory defaults When the following situations occur, reset the memory: • There is no response when buttons are pressed. • You want to clear and reset the memory contents. 1 Press [NWP] while this unit is turned on. 2 Press [SETUP].

  • Page 111: 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 112 • Connect the system connection cable to the system terminals (CONTROL). (⇒ 105) • Set “A.Output Level” to “Fixed” (⇒ 105) • Connect Technics device supporting system control function (Stereo Integrated Amplifier, etc.) to this unit. For details, refer to the following website.

  • Page 113: Disc

    The input source of connected device supporting system control function switches to an analogue input automatically. • Set “Selector Link Type” to “Normal”. (⇒ 107) Disc Incorrect display or play does not start. • Make sure that the disc is compatible with this unit.

  • Page 114: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth ® Pairing cannot be completed. • Check the Bluetooth device condition. ® The device cannot be connected. • The pairing of the device was unsuccessful or the registration has been replaced. Try re-pairing the device. (⇒ 55) • This unit might be connected to a different device. Disconnect the other device and try re-pairing the device.

  • Page 115: Network

    Network Cannot connect to the network. • Confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 30) • 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. •...
  • Page 116 Playback does not start. The sound is interrupted. • The content may not be played back properly depending on the network condition. • 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.

  • Page 117: Spotify/Tidal/Deezer/Qobuz/Amazon Music /Internet Radio/Podcasts

    • Use the application for each music streaming service instead of this unit or “Technics Audio Center” to operate this unit, it may improve the performance. Cannot display the information properly.

  • Page 118: Remote Control

    Remote control The remote control does not work properly. • Press [NWP] first to operate this unit. (The remote control works only for the devices supporting system control function when pressing [AMP].) • The batteries are depleted or inserted incorrectly. (⇒...
  • Page 119 Press [ ] on the unit to turn this unit off and • For the update information, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/ “F ” (“ ” stands for a number.) An abnormality has occurred. (If this unit detects an abnormality, the protection circuit is activated, and the power may be turned off automatically.)
  • Page 120 Not Valid The function you have tried to use is not available with the current settings. • Check the steps and settings. • Registration/subscription may be required for some functions. • Another input source than “CD” cannot be selected while this unit is in “Pure Disc Playback” mode.
  • Page 121 Wi-Fi Setup Select “Yes” and press [OK] to enter the network setting. (⇒ 33) • To exit the network setting, select “No” and press [OK].

  • Page 122: Playable Media

    Others Playable media Notes on discs ■ Disc formats supported by this unit Support Super Audio CD (2-channel only) Commercially available CDs Support (CD-DA) CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA) Support ■ Compatible CD • A disc with the CD Logo. • This unit can play back discs that conform to the CD-DA format.

  • Page 123: Usb

    • This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices. • FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems are supported. • This unit supports USB 2.0 high speed. • USB devices may not be recognised by this unit when connected using the following:  a USB hub  a USB extension cable •...

  • Page 124: 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 125: 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 126 “Super Audio CD” is a registered trademark. SBM Direct is a registered trademark. “DSD” is a registered trademark. 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:...

  • Page 127: Specifications

    Others Specifications ■ GENERAL AC 220 V to 240 V, Power supply 50/60 Hz Power consumption 45 W Power consumption in standby mode 0.3 W (Network standby Off) Power consumption in standby mode 2.0 W (Network standby Dimensions 430 mm × 98 mm × (W×H×D) 407 mm Mass...
  • Page 128 ■ DISC SECTION Disc played Super Audio CD (2ch area only), CD, CD-R, CD-RW (8 cm or 12 cm) Pick up 650 nm (Super Audio CD), Wavelength 790 nm (CD) Laser power CLASS 1 Audio Output (Disc) 2ch (FL, FR) Format Super Audio CD, CD-DA NORSK...
  • Page 129 ■ TERMINALS SECTION Stereo, φ6.3 mm Headphones Jack 110 mW, 32 Ω (VOL MAX) Type A Connecter USB 2.0 High Speed USB-A (Front/Rear) DC 5 V 500 mA (Front) DC 5 V 1 A (Rear) USB Mass Storage Class Support Memory 2 TB (max) Capacity Maximum number...
  • Page 130 ■ FORMAT SECTION USB-A USB 2.0 high-speed USB Standard USB Mass Storage class USB-B USB 2.0 high-speed USB Standard USB Audio Class 2.0, Asynchronous mode ASIO Native mode, DSD control mode DoP mode ■ Wi-Fi SECTION Standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 GHz band Frequency band 5 GHz band Security...
  • Page 131 ■ Format This unit supports the following 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 132 USB-B .dff 2.8/5.6/ .dsf 11.2 MHz 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96/ 16/24/32 bit 176.4/192/ 352.8/384 kHz LAN (DMR) 32/44.1/ 16 to .mp3 320 kbps 48 kHz .m4a 32/44.1/48/ 16 to 320 kbps .aac 88.2/96 kHz 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...
  • Page 133 Note • Specifications are subject to change without notice. • Mass and dimensions are approximate.
  • Page 134 Importer for UK: Panasonic UK, a branch of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT Headquarter Address: Panasonic Corporation 1006 Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka 571-8501, Japan Authorized Representative in Europe: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...

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