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T9869

Troubleshooting

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

The unit does not work.

• The safety device has been activated. Do the following:

1. Press [

1

] on the main unit to switch the unit to standby 

mode. If the unit does not switch to standby mode,
– Press and hold the button for a minimum of 

10 seconds. Or,

– Disconnect the AC mains lead and connect it again.

2. Press [

1

] again to switch on the unit. If the problem 

persists, consult your dealer.

No operations can be done with the remote control.

• Examine that the battery is installed correctly.

Sound is distorted or no sound.

• Adjust the volume of the system.
• Switch off the system, determine and correct the cause, 

and then switch on again. It can be caused by straining of 
the speakers through excessive volume or power, and 
when using the system in a hot environment.

A humming sound can be heard during playback.

• An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. 

Keep other appliances and cords away from the cables of 
this system.

Noise is heard.

• Depending on the device, noise may be heard if the device 

is connected to the AUX IN and DC OUT terminals at the 
same time. Disconnect the cable from the DC OUT 
terminal.

Disc

Display not shown correctly.
Playback does not start.

• You have not put in the disc correctly. Put it in correctly.
• Disc is dirty. Clean the disc.
• Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or 

non-standard.

• There is condensation. Let the system dry for 1 to 2 hours.

USB

The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read.

• The format of the USB device or the contents in it are not 

compatible with the system.

• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB 

cannot work in some conditions.

Slow operation of the USB device.

• Large content size or large memory USB device takes 

longer time to read.

The elapsed time shown is different from the actual 
play time.

• Transfer the data to another USB device or backup the 

data and reformat the USB device.

Bluetooth

®

Pairing cannot be done.

• Check the Bluetooth

®

 device condition.

• The device is out of the 10 m communication range. 

Move the device nearer to the system.

The device cannot be connected.

• The pairing of the device was unsuccessful. Do pairing 

again.

• The pairing of the device has been replaced. Do pairing 

again.

• This system might be connected to a different device. 

Disconnect the other device and try pairing the device 
again.

The device is connected but audio cannot be heard 
through the system.

• For some built-in Bluetooth

®

 devices, you have to set the 

audio output to “SC-HC29” manually. Read the operating 
instructions of the device for details.

Sound from the device is interrupted.

• The device is out of the 10 m communication range. 

Move the device nearer to the system.

• Remove any obstacle between the system and the device.
• Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band 

(wireless router, microwaves, cordless phones, etc.) are 
interfering. Move the device nearer to the system and 
distance it from the other devices.

• Select “MODE 1” for stable communication.

The one-touch connection (NFC) is not working.

• Make sure the system and the NFC feature of the device 

are switched on.

• Touch and hold the device on the NFC touch area of this 

system again.

Playback image and sound are not synchronised.

• Restart the playback app of the device.
• Connect the device to the system with an audio cable 

(not supplied).

Radio, DAB/DAB+

Sound is distorted.

• Use an optional outdoor antenna. The antenna should be 

installed by a competent technician.

A beat sound is heard.

• Switch off the TV or move it away from the system.
• Move mobile telephones away from the system if the 

interference is apparent.

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

• Move the antenna away from other cables and cords.

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Summary of Contents for SC-HC29

Page 1: ... Kingdom model Thank you for purchasing this product For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Please keep this manual for future reference The installation instructions are on page 16 Please read these instructions carefully before installing EB RQT9869 2B GS GN ...

Page 2: ... be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately CAUTION Unit 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 obstruct this unit s ventilation openings with newspapers tablecloths curtains and similar items Do not place sources of naked flames such as...

Page 3: ...the type of AC mains plug figures A and B Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug 1 Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver 2 Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover Supplied accessories Check and identify the supplied accessories For the United Kingdom and Ireland Use numbers indicated in parentheses when ask...

Page 4: ...Z Specifications when it is in standby mode Disconnect the power supply if you do not use the system Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system You have to set them again Note These speakers do not have magnetic shielding Do not put them near TVs PCs or other equipment easily influenced by magnetism Tape the DAB or FM antenna to a wall with the least amount of interference Use a DA...

Page 5: ... menu E View the content information F Select or confirm the option G Open or close the sliding door H Decrease the brightness of the display panel To cancel press the button again I Adjust the volume level J Mute the sound To cancel press the button again MUTE is also cancelled when you adjust the volume or when you switch off the system K View the play menu L Select the sound effects M AUX IN te...

Page 6: ...ompted for a passkey input 0000 The device connects with this system automatically after pairing is complete The name of the connected device is shown for a few seconds Note You can pair up to 8 devices with this system If a 9th device is paired the device that has not been used for the longest time will be replaced Connecting a device Preparation If this system is connected to a Bluetooth device ...

Page 7: ... of the device may be different When the connection is established playback may start automatically Media playback The following marks indicate the availability of the feature Basic playback CD USB BLUETOOTH Note Depending on the Bluetooth device some operations may not work Viewing available information CD USB BLUETOOTH You can view the available information on the display panel Press DISPLAY Not...

Page 8: ... CD R RW cannot be played because of the condition of the recording Note on USB device This system does not guarantee connection with all USB devices This system supports USB 2 0 full speed This system can support USB devices of up to 32 GB Only FAT 12 16 32 file system is supported Note on MP3 file Files are defined as tracks and folders are defined as albums Tracks must have the extension mp3 or...

Page 9: ...ation replaces any station that occupies the same preset number Selecting a preset station 1 Press PLAY MENU repeatedly to select TUNEMODE 2 Press R T to select PRESET and then press OK 3 Press 2 3 or 5 6 to select the preset station Improving the sound quality When FM is selected 1 Press PLAY MENU repeatedly to select FM MODE 2 Press R T to select MONO and then press OK To cancel select STEREO MO...

Page 10: ...tation when the station is not broadcasting or when you have selected a secondary service Selecting a preset station 1 Press PLAY MENU repeatedly to select TUNEMODE 2 Press R T to select PRESET and then press OK 3 Press 2 3 or 5 6 to select the preset station Secondary service You can listen to secondary services when is shown 1 Press PLAY MENU repeatedly to select DAB SECONDARY 2 Press R T to sel...

Page 11: ...verlap of timers Play timer Except for Bluetooth source You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up Preparation Set the clock 1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select TIMER ADJ 2 Press R T to set the start time and then press OK 3 Do step 2 again to set the end time 4 Press R T to select the source you want to play and then press OK To start the timer 1 Press SETUP repeatedly to se...

Page 12: ... radio source or when a Bluetooth device is connected For the United Kingdom and Ireland This function does not work when you are in DAB DAB source Bluetooth standby This function automatically switches on the system when you establish a Bluetooth connection from a paired device 1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select BLUETOOTH STANDBY 2 Press R T to select ON and then press OK To cancel select OFF Cha...

Page 13: ...e conditions Slow operation of the USB device Large content size or large memory USB device takes longer time to read The elapsed time shown is different from the actual play time Transfer the data to another USB device or backup the data and reformat the USB device Bluetooth Pairing cannot be done Check the Bluetooth device condition The device is out of the 10 m communication range Move the devi...

Page 14: ... and the main unit are using different codes Change the code of the remote control When REMOTE 1 is shown press and hold OK and for a minimum of 4 seconds When REMOTE 2 is shown press and hold OK and USB CD for a minimum of 4 seconds SCAN FAILED Stations cannot be received Adjust the antenna or do manual tuning USB OVER CURRENT ERROR The USB device is using too much power Disconnect the USB device...

Page 15: ... port USB standard USB 2 0 full speed Media file format support MP3 mp3 USB device file system FAT12 FAT16 FAT32 USB port power DC OUT 5 V 1 5 A Bluetooth section Version Bluetooth Ver 2 1 EDR Class Class 2 Supported profiles A2DP AVRCP Operating frequency 2 4 GHz band FH SS Operation distance 10 m line of sight Speaker section Speaker unit s Full range 8 cm cone type x 1 per channel Impedance 8 Ω...

Page 16: ...Fix the safety holder to the unit with the supplied screw 5 Attach a cord to the unit to prevent the unit from falling Bend the cord twice from the tip each at 45 and 5 mm apart for it to go through the holes 6 Connect the antenna s and the AC mains lead Z Making the connections 7 Hook the unit onto the wall mount brackets 8 Fix the safety holder to the wall 9 Attach the cord to the wall Panasonic...

Page 17: ...dom and Ireland Customer Communications Centre For customers within the UK 0844 844 3899 For customers within Ireland 01 289 8333 Monday Friday 9 00am 5 00pm Excluding public holidays For further support on your product please visit our website www panasonic co uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Com...

Page 18: ...sonable care in the opinion of Panasonic The warranty covers normal domestic use only and does not cover damage malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages incorrect installation accident misuse neglect build up of dirt or dust abuse maladjustment of customer controls mains supply problems thunderstorm activity infestation by insects or vermin tampering or repair by unauthorise...

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Page 20: ...t any potential negative effects on human health and the environment For more information about collection and recycling please contact your local municipality Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation Note for the battery symbol bottom symbol This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol In this case it complies with...

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