Panasonic Compact Stereo System Sc-hc58 Operating Instructions

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ESPAÑOL
ENGLISH
until 
2013/01/31
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, 
and save this manual for future use.
If you have any questions, contact:
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Canada: 1-800-561-5505
Register online at www.panasonic.com/register
 (U.S. customers only)
Compact Stereo System
Model No. SC-HC58
Included Installation Instructions (l2, 3 and 24, 25)The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
Before commencing work, carefully read these  installation instructions and the operating 
instructions to ensure that installation is performed correctly.
(Please keep these instructions. You may need t hem when maintaining or moving this unit.)
La referencia rápida en español se puede encontrar en la página 27.
PPC
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the 
unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the 
applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these 
operating instructions handy for future reference.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, 
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two 
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the 
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided 
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the 
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use 
caution when moving the cart/apparatus 
combination to avoid injury from 
tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 
unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid 
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does 
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
-If you see this symbol-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.
– Use only the recommended accessories.
– Do not remove covers.
– Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to 
qualified service personnel.
AC power supply cord≥The power plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged from 
the socket outlet immediately.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)≥Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat 
above 60oC (140oF) or incinerate.
Except for Canada Information on Disposal in other Countries 
outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the 
European Union.
If you wish to discard this 
product, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for 
the correct method of disposal.
WARNING
DO NOT INGEST BATTERY,
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the 
coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause 
severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to 
death. Keep new and used batteries away from 
children. If the battery compartment does not close 
securely, stop using the product and keep it away from 
children. If you think batteries might have been 
swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek 
immediate medical attention.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your 
hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your 
eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with 
water, and then consult a doctor.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery 
which contains Perchlorate Material s special handling 
may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
(Inside of product)
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Unit≥This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or 
performance of procedures other than those specified herein 
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted 
candles, on this unit.
Placement≥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.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)≥Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. 
Replace only with the type recommended by the 
manufacturer.
≥Keep out of reach of children.
≥Insert with poles aligned.
≥Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and 
may cause a fire.
– Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote 
control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark 
place.
– Do not heat or expose to flame.
– Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct 
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows 
closed.
– Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
– Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into 
fire.
≥When disposing the batteries, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
About Bluetooth®
∫Frequency band usedThis unit 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. Thus, a 
wireless permit is not necessary.
≥The actions below are punishable by law in some 
countries:
jTaking apart or modifying the unit.
jRemoving specification indications.
∫Restrictions of use≥Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth® 
equipped devices is not guaranteed.
≥All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth 
SIG, Inc.
≥Depending on the specifications and settings of a 
device, it can fail to connect or some operations can be 
different.
≥This system supports Bluetooth
® security features. But 
depending on the operating environment and/or settings, 
this security is possibly not sufficient. Transmit data 
wirelessly to this system with caution.
≥This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth
® device.
∫Range of useUse this device at a maximum range of 10 m (33 ft).
The range can decrease depending on the environment, 
obstacles or interference.
∫Interference from other devices≥This unit may not function properly and troubles such as 
noise and sound jumps may arise due to radio wave 
interference if this unit is located too close to other 
Bluetooth
® devices or the devices that use the 2.4 GHz 
band.
≥This unit may not function properly if radio waves from a 
nearby broadcasting station, etc. is too strong.
∫Intended usage≥This unit is for normal, general use only.
≥Do not use this system near an equipment or in an 
environment that is sensitive to radio frequency 
interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories, 
etc).
CAUTION
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom 
of the unit.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within 
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION :TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in 
the literature accompanying the appliance.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Panasonic bears no responsibility for data 
and/or information that is compromised 
during a wireless transmission.
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 2
About Bluetooth®..................................... 3
Accessories .............................................. 4
Control reference guide........................... 5
Connections ............................................. 6
Unit and media care ................................. 6
Inserting media......................................... 7
Network settings ...................................... 8
Using AirPlay with 
this unit’s speakers ............................. 11
Bluetooth
® operations ........................... 13
Media playback operations ................... 14
Listening to the radio............................. 15
Sound adjustment .................................. 16
Clock and Timer ..................................... 16
Others...................................................... 17
Troubleshooting ..................................... 19
Specifications ......................................... 22
Playable media ....................................... 23
Attaching the unit to a wall 
(optional) .............................................. 24
Licenses .................................................. 26
Spanish Quick Reference / 
Referencia rápida en español ............ 27
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR 
U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ................ 30
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR CANADA) ......................... 31
Accessories
About descriptions in this Owner’s Manual≥Pages to be referred to are indicated as “l±±” 
≥Unless otherwise indicated, operations are 
described using the remote control.
Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.
∏1 Remote control (with a battery)
(N2QAYC000082)
∏1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00022)
∏1 FM indoor antenna
(RSAX0002)
Wall mounting accessories
∏1 Safety holder
(RGQ0660-K)
∏2 Wall mount brackets
(RMQX1082-S)
∏1 Screw
(XTB3i8JFJK)
(ONLY FOR CANADA)
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to 
the English display on the top of the unit.
	≥Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
≥Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual are 
correct as of December 2012. These may be subject to 
change.
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Control reference guide
1Standby/on switch [Í/I] (Í)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.
2Select the audio source
On the remote control
[iPod] : “IPOD_DOCK” ,. “IPOD_PORT”
[CD/RADIO] : “CD” ,. “FM”
[ ] : “BLUETOOTH”
On this unit:“CD” -. “FM” -. “BLUETOOTH” -. “IPOD_DOCK”
^------------------- “IPOD_PORT” (-------------------b
3Basic playback control buttons
4Enter setup menu
5Enter the iPod/iPhone menu / 
Change displayed information
6Open or close the sliding door
7Adjust the volume (0 (min) to 50 (max))8Mute the soundMutes the sound. Press again to cancel. 
“MUTE” is also canceled when the volume is adjusted 
or the unit is turned off.
9Enter playback menu
10Enter sound menu
11Selection/OK 12“IPOD_PORT” for iPod/iPhone/iPad (l7)
13Headphone jackPlug type: ‰3.5 mm (1/8q) stereo
Recommended plug type: Straight Plug
≥Listening at full volume for long periods may 
damage the user’s ears.
≥Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 
headphones can cause hearing loss.
14Network setting button (l8)15Power on indicator
16Wi-Fi® status indicator
17Display18Sliding door
19Remote control signal sensorDistance:
Within approx. 7 m (23 ft) directly in front.
≥To avoid interference, please do not put any objects 
in front of signal sensor.
CD/RADIO
SELECTOR
iPad
12
14 6 7 3 2 16
15
17 181913
16Top view
∫Before using for the first time
Remove the insulation sheet A.
∫To replace a button-type battery
Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)
≥Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward.
≥Keep the button-type battery out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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Connections
	≥These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a television, personal computer or other 
devices easily influenced by magnetism.
≥Tape the antenna to a wall or column in a position with the least amount of interference. 
(Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.)
Unit and media care
Pull out the AC power plug from the outlet before 
maintenance.
∫Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth
≥When dirt is heavy, wring a cloth moistened in water 
tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
≥When cleaning the speaker covers, use a fine cloth.
Do not use tissues or other materials (towels, etc.) that 
can fall apart. Small grains may get stuck inside the 
speaker cover.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this 
unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the 
instructions that came with the cloth.
∫Maintenance of the lens∫Clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫Disc handling precautions
≥Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent 
scratches or fingerprints on the disc.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, 
static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or 
labels (rented discs etc.).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
∫To dispose or transfer this unit
The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. 
If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then 
follow the procedure to return all the settings to the factory 
presets to delete the user settings. (l19, “To return all 
settings to the factory preset”)
≥The operation history may be recorded in the memory of 
this unit.
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Inserting media
*1: Refer to “Playable media” for compatible models. 
(l23)
*2: When using the “IPOD_PORT” connection, do not 
connect the following models to this unit:
– iPod classic, iPod [4th (color display), and 
5th (video) generation]
Unexpected behavior may occur.
*3: When using the “IPOD_DOCK” connection:
≥Be sure to remove the iPod/iPhone from its case.
≥Do not push or pull the dock manually.
≥Make sure that the iPod/iPhone is fully inserted and 
its back is resting against the cushion pad.
≥Make sure to hold the dock when removing the iPod/
iPhone.
*4: Make sure to tilt the disc so as not to touch the sliding 
door.
≥Do not open the sliding door manually.
≥Make sure that the unit does not fall when inserting or 
removing media.
≥When moving this unit, be sure to remove all media and 
turn this unit to standby mode.
Charging starts when an iPod*2/iPhone/iPad is 
connected to this unit.
≥During standby mode, charging will not start from the 
“IPOD_PORT” connection, however it will start as usual 
from the “IPOD_DOCK” connection.
– To charge from the “IPOD_PORT” connection, start 
the charging before turning this unit to standby mode.
	≥Check the iPod/iPhone/iPad to see if the battery is fully 
charged. (Once fully recharged, additional recharging 
will not occur.)
≥If this unit is switched to standby mode
“IPOD CHARGING” is shown on the unit’s display.
4
iPad
3
Select “IPOD_DOCK” as the source
Connect using the Lightning connector *1
Select “IPOD_PORT” as the source
Connect using the dedicated 
USB cable (not supplied) *1, 2
Select “CD” as the source
Charging an iPod/iPhone/iPad
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Network settings
With this feature you can wirelessly stream music 
from an iOS device (iPhone, iPod, iPad) or a Mac/
PC to this unit’s speakers.
To use this feature (AirPlay), this unit must join the 
same 2.4 GHz wireless network as the AirPlay 
compatible device (l23).
≥It is also possible to use AirPlay without a wireless 
network router. (l12, “Directly streaming to this unit”)
Preparation
≥Place this unit close to the wireless network 
router.
1Turn this unit on.
2Follow the chart below to choose the network 
setting method.
	≥To cancel this setting in the middle, press [Í] to turn off 
the unit.
*1: Depending on the network environment or the wireless 
network router settings, it may take more than 10 mins. 
to complete the settings.
With this method you will share the wireless 
network settings of your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad 
with this unit.
≥The following explanations are based on an 
iPhone.
1Connect the iPhone to your home wireless 
network.
2Connect the iPhone to this unit.
Choose one of the following connections.
“IPOD_DOCK” connection compatible iPod touch/iPhone
iPod touch/iPhone/iPad with iOS 5.0 or later
3Unlock your iPhone and then press and hold 
[– NETWORK SETUP] on this unit for more 
than 3 seconds.
≥If “NOT SUPPORTED” or “SET WI-FI” is displayed, 
check that the iPhone is connected to the wireless 
network and try again from step 1.
4A message will pop-up on your iPhone.
Allow the iPhone to share the wireless network 
settings.*
1
{.The Wi-Fi status indicator blinks.
5The unit’s settings are completed when 
“SUCCESS” is displayed and the Wi-Fi status 
indicator stops blinking and lights in blue.
6Press [OK] on the remote control to exit the 
settings.
7To use AirPlay, turn to page 11.
Does your wireless network 
router support WPS? Ye sAre you using an 
iPod touch/iPhone/iPad?
Is the iOS version 5.0 or later?
lright,
“Method 1”
l9,
“Method 2”l9,
“Method 3”No
Yes No / Do not know
Method 1
If youre using an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad.
(iOS version 5.0 or later.)
If “FAIL” is displayed press [OK] and try the 
setting again. If “FAIL” is still displayed, try 
“Method 2” or “Method 3”.
≥If the iPhone was disconnected midway through, try 
again without disconnecting it.
iPad
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∫Using the WPS Push Button 
Configuration (PBC)
1Disconnect any devices connected to this unit.
2Press and hold [– NETWORK SETUP] on the 
unit.
≥Complete step 3 within 2 mins.
3After “WPS” is indicated, press the WPS button 
on the wireless network router.
4The unit’s settings are completed when 
“SUCCESS” is displayed and the Wi-Fi status 
indicator stops blinking and lights in blue.
5Press [OK] on the remote control to exit the 
setting.
6To use AirPlay, turn to page 11.
	≥To use the WPS PIN code, refer to the notes on page 10.
*1: WPS stands for “Wi-Fi Protected Setup
TM”.
*2: “ _ ” stands for a digit that is unique to each set.
*3: Make sure that DHCP is enabled for the network 
setting on the iPhone.
With this method, you will access this unit’s 
wireless network settings from the Internet browser 
of your compatible device.
≥The following explanations are based on an 
iPhone.
1Press [SETUP] on the remote control 
repeatedly to select “NET SETUP” and then 
press [OK].
2After “SETTING” is indicated, connect your 
iPhone to this unit’s wireless network called 
“00 Setup _ _ _ _ _ _”*
2, 3.
3Start “Safari” on your iPhone and type 
“http://192.168.1.12/” into the URL address 
field and display the page.
{.This unit’s setup window is displayed.
(Continued on the next page)
Method 2
If your wireless network router supports WPS*1.
The WPS identifier mark
WPS Push Button 
Configuration (PBC) 
compatible wireless network 
router may have this mark.
“FAIL” may be displayed if the connection was not 
made within the set time limit. Try the setting 
again. If “FAIL” is still displayed, try “Method 3”.
Blinks purple
Blinks blue
Method 3
Setting the network connection from an Internet 
browser.
Blinks purple
Blinks purple

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4Select “Search wireless network”.
5Select and input the details.
≥Check your home wireless network name 
(Network name (SSID)) and password for 
this network. This can often be found on the 
wireless network router itself.
6Select “JOIN” to apply the settings.
≥In the pop-up screen, select “OK” to continue.
– Select “Cancel” to return to the setup window.
7The unit’s settings are completed when 
“SUCCESS” is displayed and the Wi-Fi status 
indicator stops blinking and lights in blue.
8Make sure to connect your iPhone back to your 
home wireless network*2.
9To use AirPlay, turn to page 11.
*1: If you have set your wireless network to be invisible, 
select “BACK” and refer to “Alternative settings”.
*2: To use the AirPlay function, connect the iPhone to the 
wireless network selected in step 5. (labove)≥The below settings are the alternative or additional 
settings for “Method 3”. 
(l9)
	≥Enable Java and Cookies in your browser settings.
≥This unit can also be set using the WPS PIN code.
Replace step 3 of “Method 2” with the following steps.
(Before starting, refer to the wireless network router’s 
operating instructions for details on how to enter the PIN 
code.)
1 While “WPS” is flashing press and hold 
[– NETWORK SETUP] again to display the 8 digit 
PIN code.
{.Wi-Fi status indicator blinks purple.
2 Enter the PIN code into the wireless network router.
[1]Select your home wireless network 
name*1.
[2]Type the password.
If “FAIL” is displayed press [OK], check the 
wireless network password and other settings 
and start again from step 1.
Advanced network settings
Alternative settings
Instead of steps 4 and 5
Select “Manual settings”.
1 Type your home wireless network name 
into the “Network name (SSID)” field.
2 Select the encryption method from the 
“Security system” drop down list.
3 Type the password into the “Password” field 
and then select “JOIN”.
Additional settings
If your home wireless network has been 
configured to use specific IP Addresses, Subnet 
Mask, Default Gateway, Primary DNS, etc.
Before step 6
Select “Advanced network settings”.
{.Input the required addresses into each field and select 
“JOIN”.
≥To change the settings back to DHCP, select “ON” 
from the “DHCP” drop down list.
If you want to change the name of this unit that is 
displayed as the AirPlay speakers.
Before step 4
Select “Additional settings”.
1 Select “Edit STEREO SYSTEM name”.
2 Type a new name into the 
“STEREO SYSTEM name” field.
{.Only ASCII characters can be used.
3 Select “OK”.
4 If this unit is already connected to your home 
wireless network:
jSelect “Additional settings” and then 
select “Exit”.
If this unit is not connected to your home 
wireless network:
jContinue to step 4 of “Method 3”.
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