HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 1 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Operating Instructions Compact Stereo System Model No. SC-HC2020 Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference. The installation instructions are on page 2, 3 and 26, 27, 28. Please read these instructions carefully before installing. “EB” indicates the United Kingdom model.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 2 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Caution for AC mains lead Safety precautions (For the AC mains plug of three pins) 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.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 3 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Battery • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. • 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.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 4 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Making the connections Preparing the remote control Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Use alkaline or manganese battery. 1 Install the battery so that the poles (+ and –) align with those in the remote control. Connect the DAB indoor antenna. This system can receive DAB/DAB+ and FM stations with the DAB antenna. Rotate the antenna at to improve reception. Be sure to tighten the nut fully.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 5 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Overview of controls Do the procedures with the remote control. You can also use the buttons on the unit if they are the same. AUX NET/ Top view 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.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 6 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Network settings You can stream online music service or music stored on your devices to this system. To use these features, this system must join the same internet-connected network as the compatible device. • Please update the system’s firmware after the network settings are complete. (~18) Wireless LAN connection This system has a built-in Wi-Fi® and can be connected to a wireless router.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 7 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Wired LAN connection Method 2: Using a LAN cable 1 2 Disconnect the AC mains lead. Connect the unit to a broadband router, etc. using a LAN cable. Example: Broadband router, etc. LAN cable (not supplied) 3 Connect the AC mains lead to the unit and switch on the system. When the connection is established, the network indicator lights up.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 8 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Streaming music over the network You can stream online music services or music files from your smartphone/tablet to this system. Streaming online music This system is compatible with Chromecast-enabled apps. For the list of Chromecast-enabled apps, visit g.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 9 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Note: • “Panasonic HC2020” is shown if the device name is not set. (“ ” represents a character that is unique to each set.) • When playing back music from the DLNA server (PC with Windows 7 or later installed, smartphone, Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, etc.), add the contents and folder to the libraries of the Windows Media® Player, the smartphone, or the NAS device, etc.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 10 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Preparing the media Disc 1 2 Press [CD/USB, AUX] repeatedly to select “CD”. Press [CD x] (unit: [x]) to open the sliding door. Put in a disc with the label facing towards you. Bluetooth® You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly through Bluetooth®. Preparation • Switch on the unit. • Switch on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and put the device near the system. • Read the operating instructions of the device for details.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 11 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM While a Bluetooth® device is connected 1 2 Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “DISCONNECT?”. Press [Y, U] to select “OK? YES” and then press [OK]. Note: A device is disconnected when you: • Select a different source. • Move the device out of the maximum range. • Disable the Bluetooth® transmission of the device. • Switch off the system or the device. • Press and hold [SELECTOR/ – PAIRING] on the unit.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 12 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Play menu Check programme contents Press [2] or [6] in the stop mode. Press [PLAY MENU] repeatedly to select “PLAYMODE” or “REPEAT”. Clear the last track Press [DEL] in the stop mode. Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press [OK]. Cancel programme mode Press [PROGRAM] in the stop mode. “PGM OFF” is shown. Clear all programmed tracks Press [8] in the stop mode. “CLEAR ALL” is shown. Within 5 seconds, press [8] again.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 13 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Radio Preparation Press [RADIO] repeatedly to select “FM”. Manual tuning 1 2 3 Press [RADIO MENU] repeatedly to select “TUNE MODE”. Press [Y, U] to select “MANUAL” and then press [OK]. Press [3] or [5] (unit: [2/3] or [5/6]) to tune in to the station. To tune automatically, press and hold the button until the frequency starts changing quickly. “STEREO” is shown when a stereo broadcast is being received.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 14 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM DAB/DAB+ *1: To change the tune mode Preparation Press [RADIO] repeatedly to select “DAB+”. 2 Note: If you select “DAB+” for the first time, the system will tune automatically. Manual tuning 1 2 Press [RADIO MENU] repeatedly to select “MANUAL SCAN”. Press [Y, U] to select the frequency block and then press [OK]. If no station is detected, “SCAN FAILED” is shown. Adjust the antenna and try again.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 15 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM To verify or improve the signal reception quality Clock and timers To check the signal reception quality, at least 1 frequency block needs to be successfully memorised. • If “SCAN FAILED” is displayed after “DAB+” is selected or after an auto scan, proceed to “Manual tuning”. (~14) • If stations have already been memorised to this unit, proceed to “Checking the signal quality”.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 16 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Play timer You can set the timer to switch on this system at a certain time to wake you up. Preparation Set the clock. 1 2 3 4 2 1 2 Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select the sound effect. Press [Y, U] to select the setting and then press [OK]. Press [CLOCK/TIMER] repeatedly to select “TIMER ADJ”. MY SOUND Press [R, T] to set the start time and then press [OK].
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 17 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Press [D.BASS] repeatedly to select “ON D.BASS” or “OFF D.BASS”. Note: The default setting is “ON D.BASS”. Preset EQ Press [PRESET EQ] repeatedly to select “HEAVY”, “SOFT”, “CLEAR”, “VOCAL” or “FLAT”. External music device You can play music from an external music device. Preparation • Switch off the equaliser (if any) of the external music device to prevent sound distortion.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 18 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Firmware updates Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this system that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge. DO NOT DISCONNECT the AC mains lead while one of the following messages is shown. “UPDATING” or “UPD %” (“ ” represents a number.) • During the update process, no other operations can be performed.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 19 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Auto off This system automatically switches off when you do not use it for approximately 20 minutes. 1 2 Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “AUTO OFF”. Press [Y, U] to select “ON” and then press [OK]. To cancel, select “OFF”. Note: • This function does not work when you are in radio source or when a Bluetooth® device is connected or when “STANDBY MODE” is “ON”. • If “STANDBY MODE” is set to “ON”, this function will also be set to “ON”.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 20 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM IP/MAC Address To check this system’s IP address or the Wi-Fi MAC address. 1 2 3 4 Press [NET/ ] repeatedly to select “NETWORK”. Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select “NET INFO”. Press [Y, U] repeatedly to select “IP ADDR.” or “MAC ADDR.”. The IP address or the MAC address is partially shown. Press [Y, U] to show the rest of the IP address or the MAC address. Press [OK] to exit.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 21 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM No response when you press [4/9]. • Disconnect the USB device and then connect it again. Alternatively, switch the unit off and on again. The USB device or the contents in it cannot be read. • The format of the USB device or the contents in it are not compatible with the system. • USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB cannot work in some conditions. Slow operation of the USB device.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 22 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM “BLUETOOTH INITIALIZING” “NETWORK INITIALIZING” • The system is carrying out an internal process. – Wait for approximately 3 minutes. – Do not disconnect the AC mains lead. Doing so may cause malfunction. “ERROR” • An incorrect operation was done. Read the instructions and try again. “F ” / “F ” (“ ” represents a number.) • There is a problem with this unit.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 23 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote control of this system, change the remote control code for this system. Preparation Press [CD/USB, AUX] repeatedly to select “CD”. █ To set the code to “REMOTE 2” 1 2 Press and hold [8] on the unit and [2] on the remote control. “REMOTE 2” is shown. Press and hold [OK] and [2] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 24 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Specifications █ General █ USB section Power supply AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption 27 W Power consumption in standby mode When “STANDBY MODE” 2 is “OFF” is “ON” 2 Approx.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 25 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM FLAC 4/WAV/AIFF/ALAC Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz Audio word size 16 bits, 24 bits Channel count 2 ch Note: • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. • Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyser. No device is connected to the USB port before switching to standby mode.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 26 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Attaching the unit to a wall (optional) This unit can be wall mounted using the supplied wall mount brackets, safety holder, etc. Make sure that the wall and the screws used for securing to the wall are capable of supporting at least 36 kg. The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation. • Refer to step 6 and step 7 of “Installation instructions” for details about the required screws.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 27 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM 4 Put up the wall mounting sheet on the wall where the unit is to be mounted. • Before deciding the location to place the unit, be sure to check that the Wi-Fi signal strength is sufficient. (~19) • Spread out the wall mounting sheet when tapping it to the wall. Wall mounting sheet Adhesive tape (not supplied) 8 Attach the unit. Connect the antenna and the AC mains lead. (~4) 1.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 28 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM 9 Attach the fall prevention cord to the wall. Screw eye (not supplied) References Cord (not supplied) About Bluetooth® Wall Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission. █ To release the unit from the safety holder 1. Hold the unit firmly with one hand. 2. Insert two fingers and press the two catches of the safety holder with the other hand. 3.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 29 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM Licenses The Wi-Fi CERTIFIEDTM Logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. “Wi-Fi®” is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance® “WPATM” and “WPA2TM” are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. Windows is a trademark or a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 31 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM For Australia Panasonic Warranty 1. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product, without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic the product is found to have a manufacturing defect within one (1) year or (12 months) (the “warranty period”) from the date of purchase appearing on your purchase receipt. 2.
HC2020EB.GN_TQBJ2081-2_En.fm Page 32 Friday, August 5, 2022 5:05 PM 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.
