Technics front speaker system; center speaker system; surround speaker system (37 pages)
Summary of Contents for Technics SC-CX700
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Operating Instructions Wireless Speaker System SC-CX700...
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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.
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• For customers within the UK: 0333 222 8777 • For customers within Ireland: +353 1 912 4460 • 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/...
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Space Tune function that reduces impact on the sound quality caused by the room setting or installation environment. More detailed adjustment is available with the dedicated “Technics Audio Center” app. Advanced high-quality sound technology of Technics The system adopts coaxial speaker units and...
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 connected device/equipment, music streaming services, etc. Settings Sound adjustment, Other settings Others Troubleshooting, Specifications, etc.
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Accessories AC mains lead (2) K2CT3YY00096 K2CT3YY00081 Speaker nets (2) TTJ0068 Remote control (1) N2QAYA000257 Batteries for remote control (2) Speaker Link cable (Approx. 3 m) (1) K1HY08YY0059 • Product numbers provided in these operating instructions are correct as of July 2024. •...
Attaching and removing the speaker nets ........14 Unit care ............15 Notes on use ..........15 Using “Technics Audio Center” ....16 Firmware updates ........17 Initialisation (To restore all the settings to the factory defaults) .......17 To dispose of or transfer this unit ....17 Network services ........18...
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.
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• Do not put any objects on this unit. This unit becomes hot while it is on. • Do not stand or sit on the speakers. • Do not place heavy items on the speakers. • Do not hold the speaker in one hand to avoid injury by dropping the speaker when carrying.
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Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time. • When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. • Avoid the use in the following condition High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage or transportation.
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2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. Figure A Figure B Fuse Fuse (10 ampere) (10 ampere) Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products...
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Pan European Guarantee included in your device box to send you the full text of our privacy policy.
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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...
Read first Installation Installation • Turn this unit off and disconnect all the equipment before moving this unit. Be sure to raise this unit when moving, and do not drag this unit. • Confirm the installation location can sustain the weight of this unit.
Unit care Pull out the AC mains lead from the socket before maintenance. Top / Rear of this unit • Lightly brush with a clothing brush. • If the dirt is severe, dampen a soft, clean cloth with lukewarm water, wring it out tightly, and gently wipe the surface to remove stains.
• You can set up the sound adjustment and other settings from the “Technics Audio Center” app. • For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ For United Kingdom...
Firmware updates From time to time, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit, enhancing or adding new features. These updates are available at no additional cost. • Refer to “Firmware updates” (⇒ 76) for details on update. Initialisation (To restore all the settings to the factory defaults) Disconnect the AC mains lead from the primary speaker.
Network services The services provided by their respective service providers may be changed or discontinued without notice. Panasonic bears no responsibility for change or discontinuance of their services. 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.
Control reference guide This unit (front) ........20 This unit (rear) ........23 Remote control ........25 Using the remote control ......26 Remote control mode ....... 27 Table of contents ... 05...
• The power indicator of the primary speaker blinks when the unit is operated using the remote control or during certain operations in the “Technics Audio Center” app. • Refer to “05 LED indicators” (⇒ 21) for the lighting / blinking status.
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• Each time you touch the switch, a beep is heard and the input source changes. • You can turn the beep sound on/off from the “Technics Audio Center” app. 07 Standby/on button ( • Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
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The number of lit LED indicators may not change even when adjusting the volume. The volume value can be confirmed using the “Technics Audio Center” app. When the volume reaches the minimum or maximum level, a double beep sound is heard.
(not supplied) to output the analogue audio signals. • You can set up the output from SUBWOOFER OUT from the “Technics Audio Center” app. (The factory default is “On”.) 03 P/S CONNECT button (primary speaker) • Use for the manual connection between the primary and secondary speakers if the wireless connection is not established automatically.
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04 L/R ASSIGN switch • When switching the assignment (Left/Right) of primary speaker, the secondary speaker is automatically assigned to the opposite channel. (⇒ 29) 05 HDMI terminal (HDMI ARC) (⇒ 46) You can connect the HDMI equipment with ARC function (TV, etc.) with HDMI cable (not supplied) to this unit and play back music.
Control reference guide Remote control 01 [ ]: Standby/on switch • 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 [DIMMER]: Adjust the brightness of the LED indicators and power indicator •...
The number of lit LED indicators may not change even when adjusting the volume. The volume value can be confirmed using the “Technics Audio Center” app. [MUTE]: Mute the sound • Press again to cancel. Muting is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you turn the unit to standby.
Remote control mode When other equipment responds to the supplied remote control, change the remote control mode. • The factory default is “Mode 1”. 1 Press [AUX] to switch the input source to “AUX”. 2 Set the volume to minimum. 3 Change the remote control mode of this unit.
Connections Speaker connection ......29 Speaker settings ........29 AC mains lead ........31 AC mains lead connection ......31 Network settings ......... 33 Wired LAN connection ......35 Wireless LAN connection ......36 Streaming music over the network .... 38 Table of contents ...
Connections Speaker connection Speaker settings Speaker Assignments (L/R) (Left/Right) You can assign each of the two speakers to either the left or right according to your installation environment. • When switching the assignment (L/R) of primary speaker, the secondary speaker is automatically assigned to the opposite channel.
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Speaker connection When you connect the AC mains leads to the primary and secondary speakers and turn the primary speaker on, the speakers automatically connect wirelessly. Once the connection is established, the power indicators on the front of both speakers light up. Note •...
Connections AC mains lead AC mains lead connection Connect only after all other connections are completed. AC IN terminal AC mains lead (supplied) To a household mains socket • Use only the supplied AC mains lead. • Insert the plugs of the cables to be connected all the way in.
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(NET) on the top of this unit blinks.) Note • When this unit is turned on, the power indicator of the primary speaker lights up first, and when this unit is turned off, the power indicator of the secondary speaker turns off first. •...
• When the latest firmware for this unit is available, the power indicator softly flickers at 10-second interval for 1 minute after turning on. Refer to “Firmware updates” (⇒ 76) for details on update. For the update information, refer to the following website. www.technics.com/support/firmware/ Softly flickering (Continued)
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■ Preparation If you install the “Technics Audio Center” app on your smartphone/tablet, you can set up a connection using the application. • When using Google Cast-enabled apps to play music on this unit, set up a connection using the “Technics Audio Center” app and a Google Assistant-enabled device.
LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit blinks when the input source is switched to “NET”. Reset the settings from the step 1. 5 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app and follow the on-screen instructions to set up a connection.
• The LED indicator (NET) on the top and power indicator on the front of this unit blink every second simultaneously. 2 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app. 3 Select “Click here for wireless setup for your new main unit”.
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4 Select this unit and follow the on-screen instructions to set the network. Note • This unit will be displayed as “Technics-SC- **** **** CX700- ” if the device name is not set. (“ ” stands for characters unique to each set.) •...
For detailed information of Google Cast- 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. (⇒ 16) www.technics.com/support/ ■...
Operations Using Bluetooth ......... 41 ® Pairing a Bluetooth device ......41 ® Operations during playback ...... 42 Bluetooth transmission mode ....43 ® Using digital audio output device (OPT) ............. 44 Connecting a optical digital audio output device ..........44 Using HDMI equipment (HDMI) ..
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Playing TIDAL ........59 Operations during playback ...... 60 Playing Deezer ........61 Operations during playback ...... 62 Playing Amazon Music ......63 Operations during playback ...... 64 Playing Qobuz ........65 Operations during playback ...... 66 Listening to music using Google Cast-enabled app ....
• By pressing and holding [ ] on the top of this unit starts waiting for registering. (The LED indicator ( ) on the top of this unit blinks every 2 seconds.) 2 Select “Technics-SC-CX700- ” from **** the Bluetooth device’s menu. ®...
1 Press [ ]. • The LED indicator ( ) on the top lights up when connection is established. (The LED indicator blinks while connecting.) 2 Select “Technics-SC-CX700- ” from **** the Bluetooth device’s menu. ® • If the device name is set in your application, the set name is displayed.
Bluetooth transmission mode ® Bluetooth transmission mode (Mode1/Mode2) can ® be set from the “Technics Audio Center” app. After disconnecting a Bluetooth device, open the ® “Technics Audio Center” app, select “Bluetooth Link Mode”, and follow the on-screen instructions. Mode1:...
Operations Using digital audio output device (OPT) You can connect a digital audio output device with optical digital audio cable (not supplied) to this unit and play back music. Optical digital audio cable (not supplied) Digital audio output device Connecting a optical digital audio output device 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead.
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Note • When enjoying video contents with this function, the video and audio output may not be synchronised. • The optical 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.
Operations Using HDMI equipment (HDMI) When HDMI equipment supporting ARC (Audio Return Channel) function such as TV, etc. is connected with this unit using HDMI cable (not supplied), you can output the TV sound with this unit and also use HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function.
• HDMI CEC is a function of the HDMI standard that exchanges the control signal to operate the connected devices in sync. 1 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set • The factory default is “On”.
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HDMI Selector Link Automatically switches the input source to “HDMI” when CEC command is received from the connected TV using HDMI cable. • The factory default is “On”. HDMI Power On Link When the connected TV is operated (e.g. turning on, etc.), this unit is automatically turned on.
Before connecting to a PC, follow the steps below. Refer to the website below for the recommend OS versions for your PC. www.technics.com/support/ Download and install the dedicated USB driver to the PC. (Only for Windows OS) • Download and install the driver from the website below.
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. (⇒ 31) 4 Press [ ] to turn this unit on. 5 Press [USB]. 6 Start playback using the application on the connected PC, etc.
Operations Using analogue audio output device (PHONO/AUX) You can connect the turntable with PHONO cable (not supplied) or analogue audio output device with analogue audio cable (not supplied) to this unit and play back music. PHONO earth lead (not supplied) PHONO cable (not supplied) Analogue audio cable...
Using PHONO cable/ analogue audio cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a device. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. (⇒ 31) • Turn the volume down before switching the input source. 4 Press [ ] to turn this unit on.
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. (⇒ 33) •...
• 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. 2: The device name can be changed from the “Technics Audio Center” app.
Internet. 1 Press [NET]. • The LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit lights up. 2 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app and follow the on-screen instructions. Note • Internet Radio and Podcasts may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable without notice.
Operations Playing audio using Spotify Connect Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify. com/connect to learn how...
Operations Using Roon Ready This unit can play music as a Roon Ready device. Registration to Roon is required to use Roon. For details of Roon, visit the following website. https://roon.app ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 33) Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.
■ Preparation • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the internet. For details, refer to their operating instructions. • When TIDAL is used for the first time, log into TIDAL.
Note • Depending on the country or region, playback may not be available. • If the LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit blinks, confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 33) Operations during playback Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search Press and hold [...
■ Preparation • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the internet. For details, refer to their operating instructions. • When Deezer is used for the first time, log into Deezer.
Note • Depending on the country or region, playback may not be available. • If the LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit blinks, confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 33) Operations during playback Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search Press and hold [...
■ Preparation • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the internet. For details, refer to their operating instructions. • When Amazon Music is used for the first time, log into Amazon Music.
Note • Some operations may not be available depending on the music streaming service. • If the LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit blinks, confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 33) Operations during playback Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search Press and hold [...
■ Preparation • Connect this unit and your device on which “Technics Audio Center” has been installed to the network connected to the internet. For details, refer to their operating instructions. • When Qobuz is used for the first time, log into Qobuz.
Note • Depending on the country or region, playback may not be available. • If the LED indicator (NET) on the top of this unit blinks, confirm the network connection and settings. (⇒ 33) Operations during playback Pause • Press again to resume. Skip Search Press and hold [...
Operations Listening to music using Google Cast-enabled app This unit is compatible with Google Cast-enabled apps. For detailed information of Google Cast- enabled apps, visit: g.co/cast/apps ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. (⇒ 33) Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet.
• Connect the iOS device or PC to the same network as this unit. (Mac, iOS device) Start the “Music” (or iPod) app. (PC) Start “iTunes”. 2 Select “Technics-SC-CX700- ” from **** the AirPlay icon (e.g. • If the device name is set in your application, the set name is displayed.
AirPlay icon of the Music app or iTunes and then re-select this unit as the output speakers. • AirPlay will not work when playing back videos on iTunes. • “Network” is displayed as the input source on the “Technics Audio Center” app.
Settings Sound adjustment ....... 71 Adjusting with the Space Tune function ........... 71 Adjusting Bass/Treble “Tone control” .......... 72 Adjusting balance of speakers “Balance L/R” ........... 72 Playing back music more natural-sounding audio “Bluetooth RE-MASTER” ......72 Disables the HDMI input to provide higher quality sound........
(such as near a wall or in the corner of a room). • The factory default is “Free”. • You can set up details using “Technics Audio Center” app. Free: No objects (wall, etc.) around the speakers.
“Tone control” You can adjust the tone of this unit. Each tonal range (Bass/Treble) can be adjusted. 1 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set • To enable this function, select “On”. • Each level can be adjusted between “- 10” and “+ 10”.
• You can also set up from “HDMI” on the “Technics Audio Center” app. Disables the subwoofer output Disables the subwoofer output to provide higher quality sound. 1 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set • The factory default is “On”.
On: USB/AUX/PHONO Off: NET/ /OPT • The factory default is “Off”. • You can also set up using the “Technics Audio Center” app. Auto off function “Auto Off” While the setting is set to “On”, this unit...
Operation sound setting “Beep” You can turn the beep sound on/off for the touch switch operation. 1 Open the “Technics Audio Center” app. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to set • The factory default is “On”. To disable this function, select “Off”.
1.25.00.00, “AUX” blinks 2 times, followed by “PHONO” blinking 5 times. • You can also check the firmware version using the “Technics Audio Center” app. Note • Check the firmware version after connecting the power cord and waiting for more than 1 minute.
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• Connect this unit to the network. (⇒ 33) Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet. Open the “Technics Audio Center” app and follow the on-screen instructions to start firmware updates. • While updating, the LED indicator on the front of this unit blinks and the LED indicators on the top show the progress of the update.
Settings Connecting a subwoofer You can connect the subwoofer with analogue audio cable (not supplied) to output the analogue audio signals. Analogue audio cable (not supplied) Subwoofer Using analogue audio cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a Subwoofer 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit.
Others Troubleshooting ........80 Heat buildup of this unit ......80 Do you have the latest firmware installed? ..........80 To restore all the settings to the factory defaults ........80 General ............. 81 HDMI ............83 Bluetooth ..........84 ®...
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.
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.
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No audio output from the secondary speaker • Check if the power cord of the secondary speaker is connected properly. • The wireless connection between the speakers may be interrupted. Turn the speakers off and on to reconnect. You can also manually connect by pressing and holding P/S CONNECT button on the primary speaker for 2 seconds.
HDMI HDMI CEC function does not work. • Check the HDMI CEC setting of the connected equipment. (Enabling the HDMI CEC setting of the connected equipment, selecting this unit as an audio output, etc.) • Is the “HDMI Control” setting of this unit set to “Off”? (⇒...
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. (⇒ 41) • This unit might be connected to a different device. Disconnect the other device and try re-pairing the device.
• When using the Google Cast-enabled apps to play music on this unit, you need to set up a network connection using “Technics Audio Center” app. (⇒ 16) • You may not select this unit from the video apps, etc.
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Network Attached Storage, media server, etc.). (⇒ 35) The media server and its contents are not displayed on the “Technics Audio Center” app. • The connected media server and its contents may not be displayed properly depending on its condition (e.g. soon after adding the contents to the server, etc.).
• Use the application for each music streaming service instead of “Technics Audio Center” to operate this unit, it may improve the performance. Cannot display the information on the “Technics Audio Center” app properly.
Set the adjustment again. (⇒ 71) • Operating the touch switch during “Touch Switch” is set to “Off”. Open the “Technics Audio Center” app and set “Touch Switch” to “On” to enable touch switch operation. All the LED indicators on the top blink quickly for 3 seconds, then one or more of the LED indicators light up for 1 second.
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The LED indicator (NET) on the top and power indicator on the front blink. • Wireless setup starts. Open the “Technics Audio Center” app to enter the network setting. (⇒ 36) To cancel this setting in the middle, switch the input source by pressing touch switch on the top of this unit.
Registering the speakers as a pair If the pair registration between the speakers has been canceled, pair them again as the following procedure. 1 Set the volume to minimum. 2 While pressing and holding the [-] of [-VOL+] on the unit, press and hold P/S CONNECT of the primary speaker for 5 seconds or more.
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.
Others Licenses The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. Use of the Works with Apple AirPlay 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.
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The Bluetooth word mark and logos are ® registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Holdings Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. “DSD” is a registered trademark. FLAC Decoder Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Josh Coalson...
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Certification Label and Premium HDMI Cable Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Being Roon Ready means that Technics uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio...
Others Specifications ■ GENERAL AC 220 V to 240 V, Power supply 50/60 Hz 40 W (PRIMARY) Power consumption 35 W (SECONDARY) Approx. 2.0 W Power consumption (PRIMARY) in standby mode Approx. 2.0 W (Network Standby) (SECONDARY) 201 mm × 313 mm × 276 mm (PRIMARY) Dimensions...
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■ Bluetooth SECTION ® Bluetooth system ® Bluetooth Ver.5.1 ® specification Wireless equipment Class 1 (4 mW) classification Supported profiles A2DP, AVRCP Supported codec AAC, SBC Frequency band 2.4 GHz band FH-SS Approx. 10 m Line of Operating distance sight 1: Prospective communication distance Measurement environment: Temperature 25 °C/Height 1.0 m...
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• File information (sampling frequency, etc.) shown by the “Technics Audio Center” app and playback software may differ from each other. • Depending on PC, application, etc., the content may not be played back even though the sampling frequency is supported.
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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 .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...
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Importer for UK: Panasonic UK, a branch of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 1RT Manufactured: Panasonic Corporation Kadoma, Osaka, Japan Authorized Representative in EU: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web Site: https://www.panasonic.com...
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