SU-G30 Network Audio Amplifier Operating Instructions
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Table of contents Safety precautions 08 Please carefully read the “Safety precautions” of this manual before use. Installation 11 Installation Control reference guide 12 Main unit, Remote control Connections 16 Speaker connection, AC mains lead connection, Network settings Operations 24 Playing back connected devices Settings 36 Other settings, Using output correction function (LAPC) Troubleshooting 40 Before requesting service, read the troubleshooting.
Safety precautions Warning 08 Caution 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. - Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit. - Do not place heavy items on this unit.
Battery • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire. - Remove the battery 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.
Safety precautions 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 and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
Installation Installation • Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Unit care • Pull out the AC mains lead from the outlet before maintenance. 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 exterior case to be deformed or the coating to come off.
Control reference guide Main unit VOLUME INPUT SELECTOR PHONES 5V 2.
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 Power indicator • Blue: The unit is on. • Red: The unit is in standby mode with the following status. - Network standby function is available. ( 36) - Charging an iPhone/iPad/iPod ( 29) • Off: The unit is in standby mode with no function available. 03 Remote control signal sensor • Distance: Within approx. 7 m directly in front • Angle: Approx.
Control reference guide Remote control NET DIGITAL ANALOG INPUT Using the remote control 2 1 R03/LR03, AAA (Alkaline or manganese batteries) Note • Insert the battery so the terminals ( and ) match those in the remote control. • Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( 12) • Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
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.
Connections Speakers/AC mains lead • Use only the supplied AC mains lead. • Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete. • Insert the plugs of the cables to be connected all the way in. • Do not bend cables at sharp angles. • To optimise the audio output, you can measure the amplifier output signal and correct its output when it is connected to the speakers.
AC IN ∼ To a household mains socket KERS 16Ω) Insert the AC mains lead up to a point just before the round hole. AC mains lead (supplied) Speaker cable (not supplied) AC mains lead connection Connect only after all other connections are completed. • Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi®) setting may start when this unit is turned on. If you stop the Wi-Fi setting, select “Off” in “Wi-Fi Setup” screen. Select “On” to keep the Wi-Fi setting.
Connections Network settings You can stream music from an iOS device (iPhone/iPad/iPod), an Android™ device or a PC (Mac/ Windows) to this unit by using the AirPlay or DLNA feature. ( 24, 26) To use these features, this unit must join the same network as the AirPlay compatible device or the DLNA compatible device. VOLUME INPUT SELECTOR PHONES 5V 2.1A This system can be connected to a router using a LAN cable or built-in Wi-Fi®.
Wireless LAN connection ■ Choose a network setting method ■ Preparation Disconnect the AC mains lead. Disconnect the LAN cable. Place this unit as close to the wireless router as possible. Point up the antenna on the rear of this unit as shown in the figure. Are you using an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad? Yes (iOS version 7.0 or later) Using the WAC (Wireless Accessory Configuration) ( 20) (iOS version 5.
Connections Network settings (Continued) Using the WAC (Wireless Accessory Configuration) “WAC Mode for iOS” You can send its Wi-Fi configuration to this system using an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch. • Supported device: iPhone/iPad/iPod touch (iOS version 7.0 or later), or Mac (OS X 10.9 or later, with AirPort Utility 6.3.1. or later) • The following explanations are based on an iPhone. • Make sure your iPhone is connected to your home wireless network beforehand.
Using the WPS PIN code “WPS PIN” If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up a connection by entering the WPS PIN code. • For details on how to enter the PIN code, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless router. 1 Press [ ], [ ] on the remote control to select “WPS PIN” and then press [OK]. • The PIN code is displayed. Complete step 2 within 2 minutes.
Connections Network settings (Continued) Using “Technics Music App” “Setup from Browser” Using an internet browser “Setup from Browser” If you install the dedicated app “Technics Music App” (free of charge) on your Android device, you can set up a connection using the application. • If you’re using an Android device, download the app at Google Play™. • Check the password for your home wireless network. • Make sure your Android device is connected to your home wireless network beforehand.
This unit’s name on the network “Friendly Name” You can change this unit’s name on the network (e.g. “Room 1” or “Living Room” etc.). 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Network” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Friendly Name” and then press [OK]. • The current name of this unit is displayed. Press [OK] to edit. 4 Press [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] to input the friendly name. • Only ASCII characters can be used.
Operations Playing back music files on the DLNA server You can share music files stored in the DLNA Certified media server (PC, Network Attached Storage, etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy the contents with this unit. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. ( 18) • Connect the device to be used to the same network as this unit. • To use Windows Media® Player - Add the contents and folder to the libraries of the Windows Media® Player 11 or 12, or a smartphone, etc.
Playing back content stored on the DLNA server by controlling it from a DMC By controlling a DMC (Digital Media Controller) compatible device, you can play back music stored on the DLNA server on this unit (DMRDigital Media Renderer). 1 Press [ ] to turn this unit on. Random repeat playback “Random” 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Random” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select “On” and then press [OK]. • All tracks in the folder are repeated randomly.
Operations Using AirPlay You can play back music stored on iOS device, etc. using AirPlay. • AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion or later, and PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later. ■ Preparation • Complete the network settings. ( 18) • Connect the iOS device or PC to the same network as this unit. VOLUME 1 (iOS device) Start the “Music” (or iPod) app. INPUT SELECTOR PHONES 5V 2.1A (PC) Start “iTunes”.
Repeat playback “Repeat” Random repeat playback “Shuffle” 1 Press [MENU]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Repeat” and then press [OK]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Shuffle” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to set, and press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to set, and press [OK]. • Refer to the connected device to verify the selected setting. • You can also set on the connected iOS device/ PC. • Refer to the connected device to verify the selected setting.
Operations Using USB device Connect a USB device to the unit, and you can play back music stored on the USB device. • Refer to “USB” ( 45) for information about the USB device this unit can play back. VOLUME 1 Connect a USB device to the unit. PHONES 5V 2.1A 2 Press [DIGITAL] repeatedly to select “USB”. • The folder/content selection screen will be displayed. • You can also select the input source by turning the input selector knob on the unit. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select an item and then press [OK].
Using iPhone/iPad/iPod Connect an iPhone/iPad/iPod to the unit using USB cable*, and you can play back music stored on iPhone/ iPad/iPod or charge iPhone/iPad/iPod. • Refer to “iPhone/iPad/iPod” ( 45) for information about the iOS device this unit can play back. : * Use the USB cable supplied with iPhone/iPad/iPod. iPhone/iPad/iPod INPUT SELECTOR 1 Connect an iPhone/iPad/iPod to the unit. 2 Press [DIGITAL] repeatedly to select “USB”.
Operations Using Bluetooth® You can listen to the sound from the Bluetooth® audio device from this unit wirelessly. • Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth® device for details. VOLUME INPUT SELECTOR PHONES 5V 2.1A ■ Pairing a Bluetooth® device • Turn on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and place the device near this unit. • If a Bluetooth® device is already connected, disconnect it. ( 31) 1 Press [DIGITAL] repeatedly to select “Bluetooth”.
Operations during playback Bluetooth® device Stop Pause • Press again to restart play. Skip Bluetooth® transmission mode You can change the transmission mode to prioritise transmission quality or sound quality. 1 Press [DIGITAL] repeatedly to select “Bluetooth”. • You can also select the input source by turning the input selector knob on the unit. • If a Bluetooth® device is already connected, disconnect it.
Operations Using digital audio output device You can input digital audio signals to this unit and play back music. PHONO LINE IN LAN PHONO EARTH OPT COAX1 COAX2 DIGITAL IN Optical digital audio cable (not supplied) CD player, etc. Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) Using coaxial digital cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a CD player etc. 2 Connect this unit and a CD player etc. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit.
Using PC, etc. You can connect the USB-B terminal and a PC, etc. with a USB cable and play back music on the PC, etc. with this unit. AC IN ∼ SPEAKERS (4∼16Ω) ST-G30 USB 2.0 cable (not supplied) PC, etc. ■ Preparation Connecting to a PC • Before connecting to a PC, follow the steps below. • Refer to the following for the recommend OS versions for your PC (as of December 2015): - Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 - OS X 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.
Operations Using analogue audio output device You can input analogue audio signals to this unit and play back music. PHONO PHONO EARTH LINE IN OPT COAX1 PHONO EARTH e.g., Record player *1 Ground wire*2 (not supplied) Audio cable (not supplied) Using analogue digital audio cable 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a record player, etc. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. ( 17) 4 Press [ ] to turn this unit on. 5 Press [ANALOG] repeatedly to select “LINE” or “PHONO”.
AC IN ∼ LAN 0BASE-T / 00BASE-TX SPEAKERS (4∼16Ω) Blu-ray Disc player, etc. Audio cable (not supplied) ■ Minimising audio distortion If audio distortion occurs when using the analogue audio input terminals (LINE IN), setting the attenuator to “On” may be improved. • The factory default is “Off”. 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Attenuator(LINE)” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select “On” and then press [OK].
Settings Sound adjustment, Other settings The sound effects and other settings can be set up. 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select the menu and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ] to set, and press [OK]. Adjusting Bass/Middle/Treble “Tone Control” You can adjust the tone of this unit. Each tonal range (Bass/Middle/Treble) can be adjusted. • To enable this function, select “On (adjustment)”. • Each level can be adjusted between “- 10” and “+ 10”.
PHO VOL NES UME 5V 2 .1A INPU T SE Wi-Fi signal strength “Signal Level” To check the Wi-Fi signal strength where this system is located. • It is recommended to have a signal strength of “3”. Change the position or angle of your wireless router or this system if the indicator is “2” or “1” and see if the connection improves. • If “0” is displayed, this system cannot establish a link with the wireless router.
Settings Sound adjustment, Other settings Update via Internet ■ Preparation • Connect this unit to the network. ( 18) - Make sure that the network is connected to the Internet. (Continued) Note • Downloading may take longer depending on the USB flash memory. Sound adjustment 1 Press [SETUP]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “F/W Update” and then press [OK]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Internet” and then press [OK]. 4 Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press [OK].
Using output correction function (LAPC) You can make the optimum adjustment according to your own speakers. Measuring the output signal of the amplifier and correcting its output (LAPC) ■ Preparation • Disconnect the headphones. ■ Turning on/off the output correction function Press [LAPC] to select “On”/“Off”. Test tone emitted during measurement To ensure the measurement accuracy, the speakers output a test tone at regular intervals.
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 does not resolve the issue, then consult your dealer for instructions. Heat buildup of this unit This unit becomes warm when the volume is high. This is not a malfunction. Do you have the latest firmware installed? Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology.
The unit turns to standby mode automatically. • Is the auto off function turned on? ( 36) • This unit incorporates a protection circuit to prevent damage caused by heat buildup. When you use this unit at a high volume level for a long period of time, it may turn off automatically. Wait for this unit to cool down before turning on this unit again. (For approximately 3 minutes) The sound is interrupted. • Depending on your environment, the audio may be interrupted during playback.
Troubleshooting PC The PC does not recognise this unit. • Check your operating environment. ( 33) • Restart the PC, turn this unit to standby and on, and then reconnect the USB cable. • Use another USB port of the connected PC. • Install the dedicated driver if using a PC with Windows. Cannot find music files stored on the PC. • When you play back music files over a network, those that are not registered to its network server are not displayed.
Remote control The remote control does not work properly. • The batteries are depleted or inserted incorrectly. ( 14) • To avoid interference, please do not put any objects in front of signal sensor. ( 12) • Change the remote control code if other products react to this remote control. ( 15) Messages • The selected file cannot be played back. • Select the playable file.
Troubleshooting “F ” (“ ” stands for a number.) • There is a problem with this unit. - Is the volume extremely high? If so, lower the volume. - Is this unit placed in an extremely hot place? If so, move this unit to a cooler place and wait a few moments and then try to turn it on again. If the problem persists, write down the displayed number, disconnect the AC mains lead and consult your dealer. Load Fail • The firmware on the USB flash memory cannot be found.
Others Playable media USB • This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices. • FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported. • This unit supports USB 2.0 high speed. • USB devices may not be recognised by this unit when connected using the following: - a USB hub - a USB extension cable • It is not possible to use USB card reader/writers. • This unit cannot record music to a USB device. • Not all files on the USB device may be read if there are some files not supported.
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. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary. • The actions below are punishable by law in some countries: - Taking apart or modifying the system.
Licenses MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Identifier mark is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance ®. “Wi-Fi®” is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance ®. “Wi-Fi Protected Setup™”, “WPA™”, and “WPA2™” are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Others Specifications ■ GENERAL ■ Bluetooth® SECTION Power supply AC 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 96 W Power consumption in standby mode (Network Standby Off)* Approx. 0.3 W Power consumption in standby mode (Network Standby On)* Approx. 2.9 W Dimensions (W×H×D) 430 mm × 98 mm × 424 mm Mass Approx. 11.5 kg Operating temperature range 0 °C to 40 °C Bluetooth® Ver. 3.0 Wireless equipment classification Class 2 (2.
■ FORMAT SECTION USB-A USB Standard ■ Wi-Fi SECTION USB 2.0 high-speed USB Mass Storage class WLAN Standard IEEE802.11a / b / g / n Frequency Band 2.4 GHz band (1 - 13 ch) / 5 GHz band (36, 40, 44, 48 ch) Security WPA2™, Mixed mode WPA2™/ WPA™ USB-B USB Standard DSD control mode USB 2.0 high-speed USB Audio Class 2.0, Asynchronous mode ASIO Native mode, DoP mode Encryption Type TKIP / AES Authentication type PSK WEP (64 bit/128 bit) WPS version Version 2.
Others Specifications (Continued) ■ File format This unit supports the following file formats. • This unit does not support the playback of copy-protected music files. • Playback of all files in formats supported by this unit is not guaranteed. • Playback of a file in a format not supported by this unit may cause choppy audio or noise. In such cases, check to see if this unit supports the file format. • This unit does not support VBR (Variable Bit Rate) playback.
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