Operating Instructions Wearable Speaker System Model No. SC-GN01 Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.
Safety precautions ∫ Unit WARNING: 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 the recommended accessories. • Do not remove covers. • Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ∫ Places where you use or store the product • This unit is for indoor use.
Table of contents Safety precautions ...................................................................................................................................... 2 Before use Accessories ................................................................................................................................................. 4 Maintenance................................................................................................................................................
Before use Expressions used in this document • Pages to be referred to are indicated as “l ±±”. • The product illustrations may differ from the actual product. Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. 1 x Audio cable Maintenance • To clean the main unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this system. • Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
Before use Part names (Main unit) 1 3 4 2 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Surround (R) speaker Front (R) speaker Surround (L) speaker Operation buttons/audio input/output terminal (l 6, “Part names (Operation buttons/audio input/output terminal)”) Front (L) speaker Microphone Operation indicator (red) (l 12, “Microphone muting”) USB cable 5
Before use Part names (Operation buttons/audio input/output terminal) 1 1 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 [i VOL j] buttons (volume buttons) [MUTE] button (sound mute button) Audio input/output terminal [AUX] (connect the supplied sound audio cable) [MIC MUTE] button (microphone mute button) [SOUND] button (sound mode button) 6 5
Preparation Connecting with the USB cable (USB input) USB A Connected device B Connect to a USB port with a power supply capacity of 5 V 900 mA. (A USB3.0 port is recommended.) Volume reduces if the power supply of the port is 5 V 500 mA. Connect to a device with a USB port (PC, PS4/PS5, etc.). • Power is supplied from the USB port that the unit is connected to. • First turn on the device to be connected, then connect this unit.
Preparation ∫ When connecting to a PC In order to properly use this unit, depending on the operating environment and OS, you need to change some sound settings on the computer. Two devices are shown when you connect this unit, so make the settings as follows: Make “Panasonic SC-GN01 (Game)” the default device for “Playback”. Click on Click on Select XXXXXXXXXXXXXX.
Preparation Connecting with the supplied audio cable (analogue input) USB A Audio cable (supplied) B Connected device C a USB AC adaptor, etc. Connect using the supplied audio cable. Use this method when connecting to a device equipped with an analogue audio input/output terminal (headset terminal) (Nintendo Switch, Xbox, etc.). • Power is not supplied to this unit when only the audio cable is used for the connection.
Preparation Fit the unit Fit the unit by putting it around your shoulders, taking care of how it is positioned. Turning the unit on and off The power for this unit is turned on and off by plugging the USB cable into or unplugging it from the power supply. To turn the unit on Plug the USB cable into the power supply. To turn the unit off Unplug the USB cable from the power supply. Note: • When using a USB AC adaptor, etc., connect the USB cable to it first, then plug it to the mains socket.
Operation Basic operations Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume. (17 levels) Press the [i VOL j] buttons. Note: • The volume setting is maintained even when the power is turned off. • Separate volume settings are maintained for connection using the USB cable (USB input) and connection using the supplied audio cable (analogue input). Muting (speaker mute) Temporarily makes the sound inaudible. • A voice prompt will notify you that speaker muting is ON/OFF. Press the [MUTE] button.
Operation Changing the unit’s settings Enjoying sound field effects that suit the source (sound mode) You can enjoy sound field effects that suit the images on connected equipment by switching the sound mode. (Factory default: RPG) Press the [SOUND] button. The voice prompt announces the current mode when you press the [SOUND] button. The mode changes if you press the [SOUND] button again within 3 seconds of the announcement. • A guidance message will notify you of the mode you switched to.
Operation Changing the volume balance between the front and back speakers (balance mode) You can adjust sound balance by changing the output of the surround speakers against the front speakers. (Factory default: Unadjusted (0 dB)) 1 2 3 While pressing the [MIC MUTE] button, press the [VOL j] button. • An operation tone is made and the unit is in the mode for balancing the speakers. • When the unit enters the mode for balancing the speakers, the operation indicator blinks twice each time.
Operation Sound positioning mode It may not be possible to achieve a suitable surround effect due to the difference in positioning between the front and back speakers compared to the ear when the unit is placed on your shoulders. You can make allowances so that it sounds suitable by adjusting the audio output of the speakers. Forward setting 1 2 Standard (centre) (Factory default) Backward setting While pressing the [MIC MUTE] button, press the [MUTE] button.
Other Restore factory settings This is done when returning the unit to the state of purchase, such as by discarding or transferring the unit. 1 Press [VOL j] until the volume reaches the minimum level [0]. 2 Press and hold the [SOUND] and [MUTE] buttons for about 5 seconds or more. 3 • An operation tone is made when the volume reaches the minimum level [0]. • An operation tone is made and the unit is in the factory settings mode.
Other Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. The unit does not work. • Make sure the USB cable is firmly connected to the USB port of each device or the AC adaptor (optional). • Make sure the USB port is normal. If there are other USB ports on your computer, try using one of the other USB ports.
Other Poor sound quality for chat audio. • Turn off the noise cancelling functions in the apps you are using for chat or meetings, then try again. Low volume for chat audio. • Also increase the volume on the other devices as well as this unit. No output of analogue audio. • Check whether there is a problem with the headphone jack or analogue output terminal on the device you are using. Use a pair of earphones or headphones to check whether audio is being output correctly, then try again.
Other Specifications ∫ General Power supply DC 5 V, 900 mA • Power is supplied from the USB cable on the connected equipment Power consumption Approx. 4.5 W Dimensions (W k H k D) Approx. 240 mm k 46 mm k 209 mm Length of USB cable Approx. 3 m (2.94 m n 0.05 m) Mass Approx. 244 g Operating condition Operating temperature range: 5 oC to 35 oC Operating humidity range: 20 %RH to 80 %RH (no condensation) ∫ Amplifier section Total RMS output power (non-simultaneous drive) 4 W*1 (1 kHz, T.H.D., 10.
Other *4 ∫ Compatible equipment Connection with USB cable PC, PS4/PS5, Nintendo Switch (TV mode) Connection with Audio cable*5 PC, PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Xbox Series S/X, Nintendo Switch (Tabletop/Handheld mode) PC compatible OS*6 Windows 10 ∫ Accessories Audio cable Approx. 1.5 m *1 When the power supply capacity of the USB port on the connected device is 5 V 900 mA. Volume reduces if the power supply is 5 V 500 mA.
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