SU-C550 CD Stereo Amplifier Operating Instructions
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Delivering the Ultimate Emotive Musical Experience to All At Technics we understand that the listening experience is not purely about technology but the magical and emotional relationship between people and music. We want people to experience music as it was originally intended and enable them to feel the emotional impact that enthuses and delights them. Through delivering this experience we want to support the development and enjoyment of the world’s many musical cultures. This is our philosophy.
Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. • About descriptions in these operating instructions - Pages to be referred to are indicated as “ ○○”. - The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
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 CDs, etc. Settings 36 Other settings, Using output correction function (LAPC) Troubleshooting 40 Before requesting service, read the troubleshooting.
Safety precautions Warning 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 SELECT 12
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. ( 37) - Charging an iPhone/iPad/iPod ( 27) • 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 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.
]: Standby/on switch 01 [ • 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 [CD]/[USB]/[ -PAIRING]: Select the device to be operated ( 24, 26, 27, 28, 29) 03 [>SELECT<]: Switch the input source ( 30, 31, 32) 04 [MENU]: Enter menu ( 24, 26, 28, 32, 35) 05 [SETUP]: Enter setup menu ( 36) 06 [+VOL-]: Adjust the volume • 0 (min) to 100 (max) Remote control code 07 [MUTE]: Mute the sound • Press [MUTE] again to cancel.
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.
To a household mains socket 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. ( 32, 34) To use these features, this unit must join the same network as the AirPlay compatible device or the DLNA compatible device. This system can be connected to a router using a LAN cable or built-in Wi-Fi ®. For a stable connection to the network, a wired LAN connection is recommended.
Wireless LAN connection ■ Preparation Disconnect the AC mains lead. Disconnect the LAN cable. ■ Choose a network setting method Are you using an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad? Yes Place this unit as close to the wireless router as possible. (iOS version 7.0 or later) Point up the antenna on the rear of this unit as shown in the figure. 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]. Using iPhone/iPad/iPod “With iPod” With this method you will share the wireless network settings of your iPod/iPhone/iPad with this system.
Connections Network settings (Continued) Using “Technics Music App” “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]. To make network-related settings You can set specific IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary DNS, etc. (If your network requires specific settings, disable DHCP.) • Do not play back music while changing these settings. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Network” and then press [OK].
Operations Playing back CDs Insert the CD for music playback. • Refer to “Notes on CDs” ( 45) for information about the discs this unit can play back. 1 Press [ ] to turn this unit on. 2 Press [CD]. 3 Open the top cover with a sliding motion and then insert a CD. • Place label up and push the centre of a CD until a click is heard. 4 Close the top cover with a sliding motion. • This unit cannot play back a CD while the top cover is open. 5 Press [ Operations during playback ].
Random repeat playback “Random” 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Random” and then press [OK]. Stop Press [ ]. • Programmed content is maintained. Check the programmed order Press [ mode. Add tracks Do step 4 in the stop mode. Clear the last track Press [CLEAR] in the stop mode. • It is not possible to select and clear the desired programmed track. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select “On” and then press [OK]. • All tracks are repeated randomly. (“RND” and “ ” are displayed.
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. 1 Connect a USB device to the unit. 2 Press [USB]. • The folder/content selection screen will be displayed. 3 Press [ ], [ ] to select an item and then press [OK]. • Repeat this step to make further selections. • Press [RETURN] to return to the previous folder.
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 1 Connect an iPhone/iPad/iPod to the unit. 2 Press [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. ■ 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. ( 29) 1 Press [ -PAIRING]. 2 Press [MENU]. 3 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Pairing” and then press [OK].
Operations during playback Stop Pause • Press again to restart play. Skip Search Bluetooth® device Bluetooth® transmission mode You can change the transmission mode to prioritise transmission quality or sound quality. • On the unit: touch and hold [ ] or [ ]. Note • To use this unit’s remote control/basic control buttons with a Bluetooth® device, the Bluetooth® device must support AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile). Depending on the status of the device, some controls may not work.
Operations Using digital audio output device You can input digital audio signals to this unit and play back music. DVD player, etc. 1 Disconnect the AC mains lead. 2 Connect this unit and a DVD player etc. 3 Connect the AC mains lead to this unit. ( 17) 4 Press [ ] to turn this unit on. 5 Press [>SELECT<] repeatedly to select “OPT”. 6 Start playback on the connected device. Note • The digital audio input terminals of this unit can only detect linear PCM signals.
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. USB 2.0 cable (not supplied) ■ 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, 10.11 Download and install the dedicated driver to the PC.
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.
Operations using the dedicated app “Technics Music App” If you install the dedicated app “Technics Music App” (free of charge) on your tablet/ smartphone, you can control this unit using a wide variety of functions. For details, visit: www.technics.com/support/ Playing back content stored on the DLNA server by controlling it from a DMC 1-Track: Only plays the selected track. (“1 ” is displayed.) All: All tracks are repeated. (“ ” is displayed.
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. 1 (iOS device) Start the “Music” (or iPod) app. (PC) Start “iTunes”. 2 Select “Technics SU-C550 ******”*1, 2 . from the AirPlay icon 3 Start play.
Repeat playback “Repeat” Random repeat playback “Shuffle” 1 Press [MENU]. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select 2 Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select “Repeat” and then press [OK]. “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.
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”.
Network settings “Network” Network standby “Network Standby” This unit can turn on automatically from standby mode when this unit is selected as the network device’s output speakers. • The factory default is “Auto”. Auto: Enables the network standby function when the network connection is available. On: Always enables the network standby function. Note • If this function is set to “On” or “Auto”, the standby power consumption will increase.
Settings Sound adjustment, Other settings (Continued) Firmware updates “F/W Update” Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge. Downloading takes approx. 15 minutes. Do not disconnect the AC mains lead or turn this unit to standby while updating. • The progress is displayed as “Updating %” while updating. ( stands for a number.
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. Test tone emitted during measurement To ensure the measurement accuracy, the speakers output a test tone at regular intervals. (For approximately 3 minutes) It is not possible to change the volume of the audio being output while the measurement is in progress.
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 used for a long time. This is not a malfunction.
Playback does not start. • Depending on your environment or connected devices, it may take some time. • Check to see if the format of the file is supported. About supported format, refer to “File format”. ( 50) 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.
Troubleshooting Bluetooth® Pairing cannot be completed. • Check the Bluetooth® device condition. The device cannot be connected. • The pairing of the device was unsuccessful or the registration has been replaced. Try repairing the device. ( 28) • This unit might be connected to a different device. Disconnect the other device and try repairing the device. The device is connected, but audio cannot be heard through this unit.
Playback does not start. The sound is interrupted. • Try to place the speakers further away from this unit. • If using the 2.4 GHz band on the wireless router, simultaneous use with other 2.4 GHz devices, such as microwaves, cordless telephones, etc., may result in connection interruptions. Increase the distance between this unit and these devices. - If your wireless router supports 5 GHz band, try using the 5 GHz band. To change to the 5 GHz band, redo the network settings using an internet browser ( 22).
Troubleshooting Firmware update is available • The firmware (free of charge) for this unit is available. Press [OK]. Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press [OK]. • The progress is displayed as “Updating %” while updating. ( stands for a number.) • Do not disconnect the AC mains lead or turn this unit to standby while updating. ( 38) • When the update has finished successfully, “Success” is displayed. Disconnect the AC mains lead and reconnect it after 3 minutes. “F ” (“ ” stands for a number.
Others Playable media Notes on CDs ■ Compatible CD • A disc with the CD Logo. • This unit can play back discs that conform to the CD-DA format. • The unit may not be able to play some discs due to the condition of the recording. • Before playback, finalise the disc on the device it was recorded on. iPhone/iPad/iPod • Please be aware that Panasonic accepts no responsibility for the loss of data and/or information.
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 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 ■ DISC SECTION Power supply AC 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Playable Disc (8 cm or 12 cm) Power consumption 50 W Pickup Power consumption in standby mode (Network Standby Off)* Approx. 0.3 W Wavelength 790 nm (CD) Laser power CLASS 1 Format CD-DA ■ Bluetooth® SECTION Power consumption in standby mode (Network Standby On)* Approx. 2.6 W Dimensions (main unit) (W×H×D) 360 mm × 91 mm × 258 mm Mass (main unit) Approx. 3.
■ TERMINALS SECTION ■ Wi-Fi SECTION Headphones Jack Stereo, 3.5 mm WLAN Standard IEEE802.11a / b / g / n USB FRONT USB Type A Connector Frequency Band 2.4 GHz band (1 - 13 ch) / 5 GHz band (36, 40, 44, 48 ch) Security WPA2™, Mixed mode WPA2™/WPA™ Support Memory Capacity 2 TB (max) Maximum number of folders (albums) 800 Maximum number of files (songs) 8000 File system FAT16, FAT32 USB port power DC OUT 5 V 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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