Operating Instructions Compact Stereo System Model No. SC-HC20DB Table of contents Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Operations in these instructions are described using remote control, but you can do the operations with the main unit if the controls are the same. Your unit may not look exactly as illustrated.
Caution for AC Mains Lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Connections Back View AUX (➡ page 11) 4 3 2 Connect the AC mains lead. Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete. READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION. 2 DAB ANT FM ANT （ （ 1 Ventilation holes To household mains socket 1 Connect the DAB antenna to receive FM radio and DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting). The cross bar of the T should be kept firmly stretched. Find a good position with good reception.
Control guide 1 Remote control • Refer to the numbers in parentheses for page reference. 16 1 17 18 2 19 3 20 4 21 2 [DIMMER] Dims the display panel. Press again to cancel. 3 Numeric buttons [1-9, 0, ≧10] (6, 7, 9, 11) To select a 2-digit number e.g. 16: [≧10] [1] [6] To select a 3-digit number e.g.
Disc operations Basic play Program play Click! Press [^] to turn the unit on. Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] on the main unit to open the sliding door. Tilt the disc into the disc tray under the sliding door and then set the CD in place. Press [CD ;, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the sliding door. Keep fingers away from the sliding door when it is closing to avoid possible minor injuries. Press [CD q/h] to start play. • Damage may occur if the sliding door is forced closed.
Disc operations (continued) Display function Press [DISPLAY] repeatedly during play or pause to view the current track’s information. • Maximum number of displayable characters: approximately 30 • This unit supports ver. 1.0 and 1.1 ID3 tags. Text data that is not supported will not be displayed. Notes on CD-R and CD-RW • This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW recorded with CD-DA or MP3. • Use an audio recording disc for CD-DA and finalise* it when you finish recording.
DAB DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a new form of radio that is broadcast digitally. Unlike regular analogue broadcasting, digital radio deteriorates less, and is thus able to provide quality sound closer to that of a disc. DAB structure Bands There are two types of DAB bands, “BAND III” (receivable in this unit) and “L BAND” (not broadcast in the United Kingdom and not receivable on this unit).
DAB (continued) DAB operation Presetting Press [RADIO] to select “DAB”. If you are selecting DAB for the first time, “DAB AUTO SCAN” is displayed, stations that are currently receivable are memorised. When a frequency is tuned, the ensemble corresponding to the frequency is displayed. The station first in alphanumeric order is broadcast. • “SCAN FAILED” appears if no stations are memorised. If this occurs, adjust the antenna and try Auto scanning or change the Auto scan frequency range (➡ page 10).
DAB (continued) Turning automatic clock adjustment function on To adjust the time information during DAB broadcasting and automatic time adjustment. Press [DAB MENU] to enter menu mode. Within 10 seconds, press [e,r] to select “AUTO CLOCK ADJ.” and then press [OK]. Changing the Auto scan frequency range Only the frequencies currently used in the UK as of January 2010 on BAND III are Auto scanned (“United Kingdom”, factory setting).
Timer Sound adjustment This is a 24-hour clock. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”. Within 5 seconds, press [e,r] to set the time. (Press and hold to change the time faster.) Press [OK]. • To display the clock, press [CLOCK/TIMER]. • Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy. Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select “HEAVY”, “SOFT”, “CLEAR”, “VOCAL” or “FLAT”. Bass or Treble Press [BASS/TREBLE] repeatedly to select “BASS” or “TREBLE”.
External unit (continued) ■ Charging the iPod/iPhone Enjoying audio from iPod or iPhone g Inserting or removing an iPod/iPhone Push to open the dock. PUSH-OPEN iPod Push! • When iPod/iPhone is being charged in standby mode, “IPOD CHARGING” is shown on the main unit’s display. • Check iPod/iPhone to see if the battery is fully charged.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. g Common problems g Display Incorrect display or play will not start • You have not inserted the disc properly. Insert it correctly. • The disc is scratched or dirty (Tracks skipped). • There is moisture on the lens. Wait for about an hour and then try again.
Troubleshooting guide (continued) g DAB g iPod/iPhone DAB reception is poor • Keep the antenna away from computers, televisions, other cables and cords. • Use an outdoor antenna (➡ page 4). iPod/iPhone does not turn on • Verify that the iPod/iPhone battery is not depleted before connecting it to the unit. • Before inserting the iPod/iPhone into the dock, turn both the unit and the iPod/iPhone off. Turn the power on and select the appropriate source.
Specifications g AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power Stereo mode Front Ch (both ch driven) 5 W per channel (6 Ω), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Phone jack Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack Output level (CD, 1 kHz, -20 dB) max. 0.385 mW + 0.385 mW, 32 Ω Aux (Rear) Sensitivity Normal level 504 mV, 12.4 kΩ High level 100 mV, 12.4 kΩ Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack g TUNER SECTION Preset Memory FM 30 stations Frequency Modulation (FM) Frequency range 87.50 MHz to 108.
Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
