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Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select “HEAVY”, “SOFT”, “CLEAR”,
“VOCAL” or “FLAT”.
Bass or Treble
Press [BASS/TREBLE] repeatedly to select “BASS” or “TREBLE”.
Press [e,r] to adjust the level (-4 to +4).
Surround Sound Press [SURROUND] repeatedly during play to select “ON SURROUND” or
“OFF SURROUND”.
If interference in FM stereo reception increases, cancel the surround sound
effect.
D.Bass Press [D.BASS] repeatedly during play to select “ON D.BASS” or
“OFF D.BASS”.
Re-master (MP3) Press [RE-MASTER] repeatedly during play to select “ON RE-MASTER” or
“OFF RE-MASTER”.
Insert the suitable dock adapter (not
included) for the iPod/iPhone.
Insert the side of the iPod/iPhone dock adapter
with the clips facing towards you first and then
push the opposite side until it clicks into place.
Connect the iPod/iPhone (not included)
firmly.
Be sure to remove the iPod/iPhone from its
case.
To remove, simply pull the iPod/iPhone
straight out to disconnect it.
When inserting an iPod/iPhone into the unit, be
sure to use the dock adapter either supplied
with the iPod/iPhone or commercially available
from Apple Inc.
When not using the dock, push it back until it
locks.
Reduce the volume of the main unit to
minimum before connecting or disconnecting
the iPod/iPhone.
Standby/on switch [^], [8] (4, 6, 13)
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.
[DIMMER]
Dims the display panel. Press
again to cancel.
Numeric buttons [1-9, 0, 10]
(4, 5, 9)
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 16: [ 10] [1] [6]
To select a 3-digit number
e.g. 226: [ 10] [ 10] [2] [2] [6]
[DEL] (4)
[PROGRAM] (4, 5)
[REPEAT] (4)
[PLAY MODE] (4, 5)
[RADIO] (5)
[CD q/h] (4)
[iPod q/h] (8)
[u/t], [y/i] (4, 5, 8)
[g] (4, 8)
[RE-MASTER] (7)
[PRESET EQ] (7)
[e,r], [w, q] (4, 6, 7, 8)
[OK] (4, 6, 8, 9)
[DISPLAY] (4)
[AUTO PRESET] (5)
[TUNE MODE] (5)
[z, PLAY] (6)
[CLOCK/TIMER] (6)
[AUTO OFF]
This function allows you to turn
the unit off (except in radio
mode) after the unit is left
unused for about 30 minutes.
Press twice to turn it on.
[SLEEP] (6)
[+, VOL , –], [– VOLUME +]
[MUTE]
Mutes the sound. Press again
to cancel. “MUTE” is also
cancelled when the volume is
adjusted or the unit is turned off.
[AUX] (1)
[D.BASS] (7)
[iPod MENU] (8)
[BASS/TREBLE] (7)
[SURROUND] (7)
[INPUT LEVEL] (1)
[FM MODE] (5)
[FM/AM/AUX] (5, 9)
[CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] (4)
iPod/iPhone dock (8)
Remote control signal sensor
Aim the remote control at the
sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a
maximum range of 7 m directly
in front of the unit.
Batteries
Use a manganese dry battery or an alkaline dry battery.
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time.
Store in a cool and dark place.
Do not heat or expose to flame.
Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with
doors and windows closed.
Mishandling of batteries in the remote control can cause electrolyte leakage, which may cause a fire.
Do not:
mix old and new batteries.
use different types of batteries at the same time.
take apart or short-circuit the batteries.
attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
use the batteries if the coverings have been peeled off.
R6/LR6, AA
Place this side in before the other side.
Preparing the remote control
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Control guide
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Top View
VOLUME
30
20
29981
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Refer to the numbers in parentheses for
section
reference.
Front View
PUSH-OPEN
iPod
Display
Transmission window
Approx. 30°
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Remote control
Main unit
AUD
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O SYSTEM
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g Notes on speakers
These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions,
personal computers or other devices easily influenced by magnetism.
The speaker nets cannot be removed.
Connections
1
Tape the antenna to a wall or
column, in a position with the
least amount of interference.
Connect the FM indoor antenna.
1
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2
Connect the AM loop antenna.
Stand the antenna up on
its base.
AM loop antenna
2
Click!
Keep the loose antenna cord away from other wires
and cords.
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Listening at full volume for long periods may damage the user’s ears.
Be sure to use the supplied or recommended headphones or earphones.
Reduce the volume level and connect the headphones.
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo
Headphones (not included)
4
Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are
complete.
Connect the AC mains lead.
3
To household mains socket
Switch the equalizer off or turn the volume of the portable equipment down to reduce
the input signal. High level of input signal will distort the sound.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of the other equipment.
Cords and equipment are not included.
You can select the sound input level of the portable audio equipment.
Press [INPUT LEVEL] repeatedly to select “HIGH” or “NORMAL”.
Plug the audio cord into the AUX jack.
Plug type: 3.5 mm stereo
Press [AUX] and start playback from the portable audio source.
5
Portable audio equipment (during AUX mode)
g Placing the unit
Keep a minimum of 50 mm clearance space at the front of the unit to prevent iPod/iPhone
or the unit from dropping.
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Sound adjustment
5
Radio operations
Basic play
Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or
pause to view the current track’s information.
Maximum number of displayable characters:
approximately 30
This unit supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags.
Text data that is not supported will not be
displayed.
Press [CD q/h].
Press [PLAY MODE] repeatedly to select
the following modes.
Play Mode function
Display function
Disc operations
4
Press [^] to turn the unit on.
Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main
unit to open the sliding door.
Tilt the disc into the disc tray under the
sliding door and then set the CD in place.
Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the
sliding door.
Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it
is closing to avoid possible minor injuries.
Press [CD q/h] to start play.
Damage may occur if the sliding door is forced
closed.
Be careful of CD hitting the sliding door while
being removed.
Program play
Enables you to program up to 24 tracks.
Press [CD q/h] and then [g].
Press [PROGRAM].
CD: Press the numeric buttons to select
the track.
To program more tracks, continue by
pressing the numeric buttons.
Press [OK] or [CD q/h] to start play.
Press [RADIO] to select “FM” or “AM”.
Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the
frequency of the required station.
To tune automatically
Repeat step and (above).
Press and hold [u/t] or [y/i] until
the frequency starts changing rapidly.
To cancel auto tuning, press [u/t] or
[y/i] once again.
Auto tuning may not function when there is
excessive interference.
To improve FM sound quality
Press [FM MODE] to display “MONO”
indicator. Press again to cancel.
“MONO” is also cancelled if the frequency is
changed.
Turn “MONO” off for normal listening.
To improve AM sound quality
Press [RADIO] to select “AM”.
Press and hold [TUNE MODE] repeatedly
to change the beat proof setting (“BP 1” or
“BP 2”).
Manual tuning
Automatic presetting
Press [PLAY MODE] to switch between
“LOWEST” and “CURRENT” frequency.
Press [AUTO PRESET] to start presetting.
Manual presetting
Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.
Press [u/t] or [y/i] to tune to the
required station.
Press [PROGRAM].
Press the numeric buttons to select a
channel.
The station occupying a channel is erased if
another station is preset in that channel.
To preset more stations, repeat step to .
Selecting a preset station
Press [TUNE MODE] to select “PRESET”.
Press [u/t] or [y/i] to select the
channel.
Alternatively, press the numeric buttons to
select the channel.
MP3: Press [e,r] to select the album.
Press [y/i] once and then the
numeric buttons to select the track.
Press [OK].
To program more tracks, repeat step
to .
Press [CD q/h] to start play.
Click!
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Timer
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time
to wake you up.
This unit offers 3 optional play timers.
Preparation:
Turn the unit on and set the clock (above).
Prepare the music source (disc, radio,
iPod/iPhone or AUX) and set the volume.
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select
play timer.
Within 5 seconds, press [e,r] to set the
starting time.
Press [OK].
To set the finishing time, repeat step
and .
To activate the timer
Press [z, PLAY] repeatedly to turn the
selected play timer on.
Press [^] to turn the unit off.
The sleep timer can turn the unit off after a set
time.
Press [SLEEP] to turn the sleep function on or
off.
Press [SLEEP] once to check the remaining
time.
The play timer and sleep timer can be used
together. The sleep timer always has the
priority. Be sure not to overlap the timer
settings.
When AUTO OFF is ON and the unit is left
unused for about 30 minutes, the unit will shut
down even if the play time or sleep time has not
expired.
Sleep timer
30MIN 60MIN 90MIN 120MIN
OFF (Cancelled)
This is a 24-hour clock.
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
Within 5 seconds, press [e,r] to set the
time. (Press and hold to change the time
faster.)
Press [OK].
To display the clock, press [CLOCK/TIMER].
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
Setting the clock
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Radio operations (continued)
AM allocation setting
The unit may also receive AM broadcast allocated
in 10 kHz step.
To change the step to 10 kHz (by main unit
only)
Press [FM/AM/AUX] to select “AM”.
Press and hold [FM/AM/AUX].
After a few seconds the display changes to
display current minimum frequency.
Continue to hold down [FM/AM/AUX].
When the minimum frequency changes, release
the button.
To return to the original step, repeat step to
(left).
After the setting is changed, any previously
preset frequency will be cleared.
Ventilation holes
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Back View
Inserting or removing an iPod/iPhone
Charging the iPod/iPhone
When iPod/iPhone is being charged in standby
mode, “IPOD CHARGING” is shown on the
main unit’s display.
Check iPod/iPhone to see if the battery is fully
charged. If you are not using iPod/iPhone for
an extended period of time after recharging has
completed, disconnect it from the main unit as
the battery will be depleted naturally. (Once
fully recharged, additional recharging will not
occur.)
External unit
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FM indoor antenna
Adhesive tape
Push!
Stop
Press [g].
Pause
Press [CD q/h]. Press again
to resume play.
Skip track
Press [u/t] or
[y/i].
Search the
current track
(CD)
Press and hold [u/t] or
[y/i].
Skip album
(MP3)
Press [e,r].
Direct access
play
(Play starts with
the track you
select.)
CD: Press the numeric
buttons to select the
track.
MP3: Press [e,r] to select
the album.
Press [y/i] once
and then the numeric
buttons to select the
track.
Mode To play
1TR
1-TRACK
one selected track on the disc.
Press the numeric buttons to
select the track.
1ALBUM
1-ALBUM
(MP3)
one selected album on the disc.
Press [e,r] to select the album.
RND
RANDOM
a disc randomly.
1ALBUM RND
1-ALBUM
RANDOM
(MP3)
all tracks in one selected album
randomly.
Press [e,r] to select the album.
During random play, you cannot skip to the
previous track.
The current play mode is cleared when you
open the sliding door.
To repeat program play or selected play
mode, press [REPEAT]. Press again to
cancel.
Cancel program
mode
Press [PROGRAM] in the
stop mode to clear “PGM”
indicator from the display.
Replay the
program
Press [PROGRAM] in the
stop mode and then
[CD q/h].
Check program
contents
Press [u/t] or
[y/i] when “PGM”
is displayed in the stop
mode. To check while
programming, press
[PROGRAM] twice after
“PGM” appears and then
press [u/t] or
[y/i].
Delete last
programmed
track
Press [DEL] in the stop
mode.
Clear all
programmed
tracks
Press [g] in the stop mode.
“CLR ALL” is displayed.
Within 5 seconds, press
the button again to clear all
tracks.
The program memory is cleared when you open
the sliding door.
Play timer
Push to open the dock.
Play
Press [iPod q/h].
Pause
Press [iPod q/h] or [g].
Skip track
Press [u/t] or
[y/i].
Search the
current track
Press and hold [u/t] or
[y/i].
Display
iPod/iPhone
menu/return to
previous menu
Press [iPod MENU] in the
play mode.
(Remote control only)
Select
contents from
iPod/iPhone
menu
Press [e,r] and then [OK].
(Remote control only)
Enjoying audio from iPod or iPhone
Change the source
or volume
Press [z, PLAY]
twice to clear zPLAY
indicator from the
display.
Make changes to the
source or volume.
Perform step and
(left).
Check the settings
(When the unit is
on or in standby
mode)
Press [CLOCK/TIMER]
repeatedly to select
zPLAY 1”, “zPLAY 2” or
zPLAY 3”.
Cancel
Press [z, PLAY] twice to
clear the timer indicator
from the display.
The timer will start at the preset time, with the
volume increasing gradually to the preset level.
Change the
settings
Repeat step to
(above).
4
You can preset up to 30 FM channels and 15 AM
channels.
Preparation: Press [RADIO] to select “FM” or
“AM”.
Memory preset
Approx. 30°

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BrandPanasonic
ModelSC-HC20
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

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