Technics Sl C700 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
Manuel d’utilisationCompact Disc Player
Lecteur de disques audionumériques
SL-C700
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							Music is borderless and timeless,
touching people’s hearts across cultures and generations.
Each day the discovery of a truly emotive experience
from an unencountered sound awaits.
Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.
Sans frontières, la musique est aussi intemporelle, touchant le 
coeur des gens en traversant les cultures et les générations. 
Tous les jours, nous attendons la révélation d'une expérience 
émotionnelle authentique à partir d'un son venu de nulle part. 
Permettez-nous de vous emmener en voyage pour redécouvrir 
la musique.
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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, visit:
U.S.A.: www.panasonic.com/support
Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Register online at www.panasonic.com/register
 (U.S. customers only)
∫ Features of this unit
This unit offers the following features:
High Res Re-master
The High Res Re-master function enables high-precision expansion of bandwidth and bit depth for high-quality sound 
reproduction from music CDs and other compressed sources. 
High Precision Master Clock
A high-precision master clock, generated by very precise crysta ls, drives all the digital circuits, ensuring accurate reproduction. 
High Quality Analog Circuit
Equipped with an L/R independent high-precision parallel DAC th at eliminates channel interference and reproduces a rich sound 
field. 
∫ Recommended devices
We recommend using Technics devices (optional) for superior aud io quality.
Product nameModel number
Speaker System SB-C700
Network Audio Player ST-C700
Stereo Integrated Amplifier SU-C700
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English
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the 
safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instr uctions listed 
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future refer ence.
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 w ith the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat r egisters, 
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 n ot fit into your outlet, 
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched partic ularly 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 an y way, 
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been s pilled or 
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been  exposed 
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dro pped.
Unit≥To reduce the risk of fire, ele ctric shock or product damage,
– Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashi ng.
– Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on th is unit.
– Use only the recommended accessories.
– Do not remove covers.
– Do not repair this unit by your self. Refer servicing to qualified service 
personnel.
– Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit.
– Do not place heavy items on this unit.
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.
Unit≥ This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or p erformance of 
procedures other than those specified herein may result in haza rdous 
radiation exposure.
≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles,  on this unit.
≥ This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile telep hones 
during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separa tion between 
this unit and the mobile telephone.
Placement≥ Place this unit on an even surface.
≥ To reduce the risk of fire, ele ctric shock or product damage,
– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabi net or in another 
confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspape rs, 
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
– Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures,  high 
humidity, and excessive vibration.
≥
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32z) away from the system for proper ventilation.≥ Do not lift or carry this unit by  holding any of its levers. Doing so may cause 
this unit to fall, resulting in personal injury or malfunction  of this unit.
WA R N I N G
CAUTION
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and 
Thomson.
Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or  other 
countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property righ ts of Microsoft 
Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such tech nology outside 
of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft  or an 
authorized Microsoft subsidiary and third parties.
Conforms to UL STD 60065.
Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.
Product Identification Marking is  located on the rear panel of the unit.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim its for a 
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection agai nst harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, 
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed an d used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferenc e to radio 
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur  in a 
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful i nterference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turni ng the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct  the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fro m that to 
which the receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attache d 
installation instructions and use only shielded interface cable s when 
connecting to peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part y 
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to o perate this 
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any i nterference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADACAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
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
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
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION :
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Table of contents
Accessories
(ONLY FOR CANADA)
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the unit.
	
≥Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual are correct as  of March 2015. These may be subject to change.
≥ Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
Unit care
Pull out the AC power supply cord from the outlet before mainte nance. Clean this unit with a soft cloth.≥When dirt is heavy, wring a wet cloth tightly to wipe the dirt,  and then wipe it with a soft cloth.
≥ Do not use solvents including benzine, thinner, alcohol, kitchen detergent, a chemical wiper, etc. This might cause the exteri or case to be 
deformed or the coating to come off.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 5
Accessories .................................................... ................... 6
Unit care ...................................................... ....................... 6
Control reference guide ........................................ ............ 7
Getting started ................................................ ................... 9
Playing back CDs ............................................... ............. 11
Others ......................................................... ...................... 14
Notes on CDs ................................................... ................ 17
Troubleshooting ................................................ .............. 17
Specifications ................................................. ................. 19
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ............................ 2 0
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ....................... 21
About descriptions in this Owner’s Manual
≥ Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ >±± ”.
≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
∏ 1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2YY00098) ∏
1 System connection cable
(K2KYYYY00233) ∏
1 Coaxial digital cable
(K2KYYYY00251)
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English
Control reference guide
∫Front
1 Power switch lever
Turn on/off this unit.
≥The remote control does not operate when the power switch 
lever is in the lowered position.
2 Remote control signal sensor
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft) directly in front
Angle: Approx. 30 o left and right
≥A remote control is not supplied with this unit.
Use the remote control supplied with the SU-C700/ST-C700 to 
control this unit. 
3 Display
4 Basic control switches
These switches work just by touching the marks. Each 
time you touch the switch, there will be a beep sound. 
(>14)
5 Disc tray
∫Rear
6 System terminal [CONTROL] ( >9)
7 Analog audio output terminal [LINE OUT] ( >10)
8 Product identification marking
The model number is indicated.
9 Digital audio output terminal [OPT OUT] ( >10)
: Digital audio output terminal [COAX OUT] ( >9)
; AC IN terminal [AC IN T] ( > 10)
This unit
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Use the remote control supplied with the SU-C700/ST-C700 
to control this unit.
For information on the operations of the SU-C700/ST-C700, 
please also refer to their operating instructions.
1[CD Í]: 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.
≥ The remote control does not operate when the power switch 
lever is in the lowered position.
2 [AMP]/[NWP]/[CD]: Select the device to be operated
3 [DIMMER]: Adjust the brightness of the display, etc. 
(>14)
4 [INFO]: View content information
5 [3, 4,2,1]/[OK]: Selection/OK
6 [RETURN]: Return to the previous display
7 [MENU]: Enter menu ( >13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
8 [RE-MASTER]: Turn on/off Re-master ( >15)
9 Basic playback control buttons
: Numeric buttons, etc.
≥To select a 2-digit number
Example: 
16: [ S10]  > [1]  > [6]
≥ To select a 3-digit number
Example: 
124: [ S10] > [S 10]  > [1]  > [2] > [4]
≥ [CLEAR]: Clear the entered value.
Remote control (supplied with the SU-C700/ST-C700)
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Getting started
≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropria te operating instructions.
≥ Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connect ions are complete.
≥ Fully insert the cable plug into the pin jack to assure a good connection.
≥ Do not bend cables at sharp angles.
≥ You can output digital audio signals from this unit and play ba ck music.
≥ You can automatically link this unit with the SU-C700 and operate them easily with the remote control. ( >16)
	
≥Do not use any other system connection cables or coaxial digita l cables except the supplied one.
≥ Connect the system connection cable to the system terminal [CON TROL2] of the SU-C700.
≥ Connect the coaxial digital cable to the digital audio input te rminal [COAX2 IN] of the SU-C700.
System control connection to an SU-C700
This unit
(rear)
SU-C700 Coaxial digital cable
(supplied)
System connection cable
(supplied)
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You can output analog or digital audio signals from this unit and play back music.
Connect only after all other connections are completed.
	
≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power ( >19) even the power switch lever is in the [OFF] position. Remove the plug from the main 
electrical outlet if you will not  be using the unit for an extended period of time. Place the unit so the plug can be easily r emoved.
Connecting to an amplifier and a D/A converter
AC power supply cord connection
e.g.,
This unit
(rear)
Amplifier Optical digital audio cable
(not supplied)
D/A converter
Audio cable
(not supplied)
AC power supply cord (supplied)
To a household AC outlet This unit
(rear)
Insert the AC power supply cord up to 
A, a point 
just before the round hole.
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