Panasonic SC-ALL2GN User manual

RQT0A27-B
Operating Instructions
<Full version>
Wireless Speaker System
Model No. SC-ALL2
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Table of contents
Accessories............................................................................................. 3
Unit care.................................................................................................. 4
About Bluetooth®..................................................................................... 5
Control reference guide........................................................................... 7
Network indicator illumination ................................................................. 8
Connections .......................................................................................... 10
Network settings.................................................................................... 12
Streaming music over the network ........................................................ 21
Bluetooth®operations............................................................................ 30
AUX input .............................................................................................. 35
Rear surround ....................................................................................... 36
Firmware updates ................................................................................. 38
Others ................................................................................................... 39
Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 47
Specifications ........................................................................................ 52
How to use this manual
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Accessories
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≥Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.
≥Product numbers provided in this operating instructions are correct as of May
2015. These may be subject to change.
1 AC mains lead
For the black model: (K2CT2YY00097)
For the white model: (K2CT2YY00110)
For the black model: (K2CQ2YY00119)
For the white model: (K2CQ2YY00136)
(K2CJ2YY00101)

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Unit care
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the cloth’s instructions.
∫To dispose or transfer this unit
The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you discard
this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedure to return
all the settings to the factory defaults to delete the user settings.
(l47, “To restore the settings to the factory defaults”)
≥The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this unit.
Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling
systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents means that used electrical and
electronic products must not be mixed with general household
waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products,
please take them to applicable collection points in accordance
with your national legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please
contact your local municipality.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.

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About Bluetooth®
∫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 unit.
– Removing specification indications.
∫Restrictions of use
≥Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth®equipped
devices is not guaranteed.
≥All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
≥Depending on the specifications and settings of a device, it can fail to
connect or some operations can be different.
≥This system supports Bluetooth®security features. But depending on
the operating environment and/or settings, this security is possibly not
sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.
≥This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth®device.
∫Range of use
Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m.
The range can decrease depending on the environment, obstacles or
interference.
∫Interference from other devices
≥This system may not function properly and troubles such as noise and
sound jumps may arise due to radio wave interference if this system is
located too close to other Bluetooth®devices or the devices that use the
2.4 GHz band.
Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is
compromised during a wireless transmission.

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≥This system may not function properly if radio waves from a nearby
broadcasting station, etc. are too strong.
∫Intended usage
≥This system is for normal, general use only.
≥Do not use this system near an equipment or in an environment that is
sensitive to radio frequency interference (example: airports, hospitals,
laboratories, etc.).

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Control reference guide
1Display
2Network indicator (l8, 9)
3Internet radio preset channel
switches [1] to [6] (l28)
(These switches are without
illumination.)
4 Display switch and indicator [DISP]
5Alarm switch and indicator [ ]
6AUX switch and indicator [AUX]
7Bluetooth®switch and indicator
[]
8Network switch and indicator
[NET]
Enter WPS pairing mode (l17) /
firmware update mode (l38)
9Standby/on switch and
indicator [Í/I]
Touch 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.
10 Volume control switch and
indicator [VOL –]/[VOL +]
Adjust the volume (0 (min) to
50 (max))
§These switches work just by
touching the marks. Each time you
touch the switch, there will be a
beep sound. The beep sound can
be set to off. (l45)
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45678
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Top view

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Network indicator illumination
The below illustrates the network indicator illumination patterns.
Network indicator Description
Illumination: blue/red Blinks alternately
≥The unit is carrying out an internal
process.
– Wait for approximately 1 minute
before the blinking stops.
– Do not disconnect the AC mains lead.
Doing so may cause malfunction or
damage.
Illumination: blue Blinks slowly
≥The unit is ready for network setup.
(l12)
Blinks
≥The unit is waiting for the WPS
PUSH connection. (l17)
Blinks fast
≥The unit is waiting for the WPS PIN
code connection. (l17)

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Network indicator Description
Illumination: blue Lights up
≥The unit is connected to the
network.
Illumination: red Blinks
≥The unit is connecting to the
network.
– When the network connection
cannot be established, the blinking
keeps going. Check the network
connection. (l12)

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Connections
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≥This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (l52) even when turned off.
≥For the purpose of power conservation, disconnect the power supply if you will
not be using it for extended period of time.
Some settings will be lost after you disconnect the system. You have to set
them again.
≥This speaker does not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near a TV,
PC or other magnetic devices.
≥Do not disconnect the AC mains lead when the unit is on. Doing so may cause
malfunction or damage.
To an AC outlet
AC mains lead
(supplied)

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≥For details, refer to the operating instructions of the device.
Connection of an external device
Audio cable (not supplied)
Plug type:
3.5 mm stereo

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Network settings
You can stream music from a device on the network by using the
Qualcomm®AllPlay™ smart media platform or DLNA feature. To use
these features, this unit must join the same network as the device.
≥ Please update the unit’s firmware after the network settings are complete. ( l 38)
Choose a network setting method from the following.
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≥The setting will be cancelled after the set time limit. In that case, try the setting
again.
≥To cancel this setting in the middle, touch [Í/I] to turn off the unit.
“Using an Internet browser” (l13)
≥You can access this unit’s network settings from the Internet
browser on your smartphone or tablet, etc.
“Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)” (l17)
≥If your wireless router supports WPS, you can set up a
connection by either pressing the WPS button, or entering the
WPS PIN code.
“Using a LAN cable” (l19)
≥You can make a stable connection to the network with a LAN
cable.

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≥The following steps are based on a smartphone.
≥Do not connect a LAN cable. Doing so will disable the Wi-Fi®function.
1Turn this unit on.
2Go to Wi-Fi®settings on the device.
≥Proceed to the next step after the network indicator changes from blinking in
blue and red to blinking slowly in blue§.
§The blinking in blue starts after approximately 1 minute. If the blinking in
blue does not start, perform a network reset. (l16)
Using an Internet browser
Settings Wi-Fi Settings

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3Select “ALL2 _AJ” to connect to this unit.
≥“” stands for a character that is unique to each set.
≥This can take up to 1 minute to appear in your Wi-Fi list.
≥If this operation does not work correctly, please repeat it several times.
≥Make sure that DHCP is enabled for the network setting on your compatible
device.
[iOS_device]: The settings page will be automatically displayed in the Internet
browser.
[Except_iOS_device]: Open the Internet browser and refresh the page to display
the settings page.
≥If the settings page is not displayed, type “http://172.19.42.1/” into the URL
address field.
4Type a device name and then select “Next”.
≥The device name will be displayed as this unit’s name on the network.
≥The guaranteed limit is 32 characters.
≥The device name is set when “Next” is selected.
≥You can also change the device name after the network connection is set
up. (l20)
Wi-Fi

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5Select your network name (SSID) and type the password.
≥Check the wireless router for the network name (SSID) and the password.
≥A list of network names (SSIDs) will be appeared when you select the
“Network Name” box.
≥To show the characters typed in the “Password” box, select “Show
Password”.
≥If your network requires specific settings, deselect “DHCP” to disable DHCP.
– You can use specific IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary
DNS, etc.
6Select “Connect” to apply the settings.
≥When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.
≥Depending on the device, the connection complete screen may not be
displayed.
7Make sure to connect your compatible device back to your
home wireless network.
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≥Enable Java and cookies in your browser settings.
If the network indicator does not light up, check the network name
(SSID) and the password, and then try the setting again.
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∫Network standby
This unit will turn on automatically from standby mode when you select the
unit as the output speakers.
≥Network standby is normally active while the unit is connected to a network.
≥The power consumption in standby mode will increase when the network
standby is on. To reduce the power consumption in standby mode, turn off the
network standby.
To turn off the network standby
1Touch and hold [NET] and [2] until “On” or “OFF” is indicated on the
display.
2Touch [VOL –] or [VOL +] to change the setting.
3Touch [DISP] to confirm the setting.
≥To keep the network standby turned off, select a source other than “NET”
before switching the unit to standby mode.
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≥If this function is set to on, the network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) remains active even
in standby mode.
– The power consumption in standby mode will increase.
≥If this function is set to off, the network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) is disabled in standby
mode.
– The network (wired LAN/Wi-Fi) will be enabled when the unit is turned on.
– The power consumption in standby mode will be reduced.
≥If the network indicator is blinking in blue and red, wait until the blinking stops.
≥When the unit is turned on by this feature, the beginning part of the music may
not be played back.
≥Depending on the app, the conditions for activating this function may differ.
≥The unit may not turn on even when selected as the output speakers. In that
case, start playback.
∫Network reset
1Touch and hold [NET] and [1] for at least 4 seconds, “-- --” on the
display will start blinking.
2Touch [NET] within 10 seconds, the network indicator starts blinking
blue/red.

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≥Do not connect a LAN cable. Doing so will disable the Wi-Fi function.
1Turn this unit on.
≥Proceed to the next step after the network indicator changes from blinking in
blue and red to blinking slowly in blue§.
§The blinking in blue starts after approximately 1 minute. If the blinking in
blue does not start, perform a network reset. (l16)
2Touch and hold [NET] on the unit for at least 4 seconds.
≥The network indicator (blue) blinks faster and “PUSH” is indicated on the
display.
3Activate the WPS button on the wireless router.
≥When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.
∫Using the WPS PIN code
After step 2
3Touch and hold [NET] again for at least 4 seconds.
≥The network indicator (blue) blinks even faster and “PIn” is indicated on the
display.
4Enter the PIN code “64428147” into the wireless router.
≥When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.
Using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™)
A compatible wireless router may have the WPS
identifier mark.
e.g.,

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≥Once the unit enters WPS PIN code mode, you cannot set up using the WPS
button. To use the WPS button, turn off and then on the unit, and redo the
network settings.
≥Depending on a router, other connected devices may temporarily lose their
connection.
≥For details, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless router.

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1Disconnect the AC mains lead.
2Connect this unit to a broadband router, etc. using a LAN cable.
3Connect the AC mains lead to this unit, and turn the unit on.
≥When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.
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≥Use category 5 or above straight LAN cables (STP) when connecting to
peripheral devices.
≥The LAN cable must be connected or disconnected while the AC mains lead is
disconnected.
≥Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN port can damage the
unit.
≥If the LAN cable is disconnected, the network-related settings (l20) will be
initialized. In that case, make the settings again.
≥When a LAN cable is connected, the Wi-Fi function will be disabled.
– Power consumption will be reduced when the unit is turned on or is in
standby mode.
Using a LAN cable
Broadband router, etc.
e.g.,
LAN cable (not supplied)

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You can change this unit’s name on the network, and use specific IP
address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary DNS, etc.
Preparation
≥Complete the network settings. (l12)
1Connect your device to the same network as this unit.
2Check this unit’s IP address (l46), and note it down.
3Start an Internet browser on your device and then type this
unit’s IP address into the address field to display the settings
page.
≥It may take a few minutes until the settings page is displayed depending on
the environment. In that case, reload the browser.
≥If the unit is connected with Wi-Fi, only a device name can be changed.
Close the settings page after changing the device name.
– To change the device name, select “Change”, and type a new device
name, and then select “Apply”.
4Type a device name and then select “Next”.
≥Refer to the step 4 of “Using an Internet browser” (l14) for details on a
device name.
5Select and input the details.
≥If your network requires specific settings, deselect “DHCP” to disable DHCP.
– You can use specific IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary
DNS, etc.
6Select “Connect” to apply the settings.
≥When the connection is established, the network indicator (blue) lights up.
To make network-related settings
You can also change the name of this unit by changing a setting in the app
“Panasonic Music Streaming” (version 2.0.8 or later) (l21). For details on the
app, refer to the site below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/audio/app/ (This site is in English only.)