Technics SL-G700 Installation and service instructions

Basic Owner’s Manual
Network/Super Audio CD Player
SL-G700

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Music is borderless and timeless, touching people’s
hearts across cultures and generations.
Each day the discovery of a truly emotive experience
from an unencountered sound awaits.
Let us take you on your journey to rediscover music.

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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.
With a combination of our love of music and the vast high-
end audio experience of the Technics team, we stand committed
to building a brand that provides the ultimate emotive musical
experience by music lovers, for music lovers.
Director
Michiko Ogawa

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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.
•A more detailed operating instruction is available in “Operating Instructions” (PDF format).
To read it, download it from the website.
www.technics.com/support/
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Table of contents
Safety precautions 06
Installation 08
Control reference guide 09
Basic
Connections 12
Network settings 13
Playback 17
Licenses 19
Specifications 20
Accessories
AC power supply cord (1)
K2CG3YY00209
System connection cable (1)
K2KYYYY00233
Analog audio cable (1)
K2KYYYY00257
Remote control (1)
N2QAYA000143
Batteries for remote control (2)
•Product numbers provided in these operating instructions are correct as of March 2019.
•These may be subject to change.
•Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.
■Using the remote control
2
1
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. (09)
•Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
R03/LR03, AAA
(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

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Safety precautions
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Read these operating instructions carefully before using
the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and
the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these
operating instructions handy for future reference.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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.
AC power supply cord
•The power plug is the disconnecting device.
Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged
from the socket outlet immediately.
•Ensure the earth pin on the power plug is securely connected
to prevent electrical shock.
-An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be
connected to a power socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
Caution
Unit
•This unit 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 place sources of naked flames, such as lighted
candles, on this unit.
•This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please
increase separation between this unit and the mobile
telephone.
Placement
•Place this unit on an even surface.
•To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
-Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is
well ventilated.
-Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
-Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.
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.
-Do not take apart or short circuit.
-Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
-Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
-Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the
same time.
•When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.

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CAUTION
RISK OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Conforms to UL STD 62368-1.
Certified to CAN/CSA STD C22.2 No.62368-1.
THIS FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND
CANADA.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and
Innovation, Science and Economic Department
Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: ACJ-SL-G700
IC: 216A-SLG700
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment
should be installed and operated keeping the radiator
at least 20 cm (7 7/8”) or more away from person’s
body.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance,
follow the attached installation instructions and use
only shielded interface cables when connecting to
peripheral devices.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment would void the user’s authority to operate
this device.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European
Union.
If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local authorities or
dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
For indoor use only

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Installation
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Installation
Turn off all the equipment before connection and
read the appropriate operating instructions. Be
sure to raise this unit when moving, and do not
drag this unit.
Unit care
Pull out the AC power supply cord from the
socket 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, chemical wiper, etc.
Doing so may cause the exterior case to be
deformed or the coating to come off.
Using “Technics Audio Center”
If you install the dedicated app “Technics
Audio Center” (free of charge) on your tablet/
smartphone, you can stream music files from the
device on your network to this unit and configure
the settings of sound quality, etc.
For details, visit:
www.technics.com/support/
Firmware updates
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.
•For the update information, refer to the
following website.
•www.technics.com/support/firmware/
To dispose of or transfer this unit
•Before disposing of or transferring this unit, be
sure to erase all the recorded information by
restoring the settings to factory default.
Press [NWP] or [CD].
Press [SETUP].
Press [ ], [ ] repeatedly to select
“Initialization” and then press [OK].
Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press
[OK].
•A confirmation screen appears. Select “Yes”
in the following steps to restore all the
settings to defaults.
Press [ ], [ ] to select “Yes” and then press
[OK] again.
•Before you dispose of or transfer this unit
to a third party, be sure to log out of your
music streaming services accounts to prevent
unauthorised use of your accounts.

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Control reference guide
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01 [] Standby/on button
•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.
•Off: The unit is off.
03 Headphones jack
•Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
•Listening at full volume for long periods
may damage the user’s ears.
04 USB-A terminal (USB Front)
(DC 5 V 500 mA)
•You can connect a USB device to the unit
and play back music stored on the USB
device. (18)
•You can connect the USB flash memory
with new firmware and update the
firmware for this unit.
For details, refer to the following website.
www.technics.com/support/firmware/
05 Remote control signal sensor
•Reception distance:
Within approx. 7 m directly in front
•Reception angle:
Approx. 30° left and right
06 Disc tray
(17)
07 Display
•Input source, playback status, etc. are
displayed.
08 [] Open or close the disc tray
09 Playback operation buttons
(e.g. “CD”)
Stop [ ]
Play/Pause [ ]
•Press again to resume.
Skip [ ] [ ]
Search Press and hold [ ] or
[].
10 Multi-control knob
•Turn this knob clockwise or anticlockwise
to switch the input source and scroll
through items.
•To set an item, press the knob; to enter the
setup screen, press and hold it.
11 Input selector button
•Switch the input source.
12 Headphone volume button
•Headphone volume is displayed. (Volume
can be adjusted with the multi-control
knob while displaying.)
•-- dB (min), -99.0 dB to 0 dB (max)
This unit (front)

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Control reference guide (Continued)
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01 Analog audio output terminals (ANALOG
OUT)
•You can connect the pre-amplifier which
has the unbalanced input terminals, etc.
with analog audio cable (supplied) to
output the analog audio signals.
•You can connect the pre-amplifier which
has the balanced input terminals, etc. with
XLR cable (not supplied).
02 Wireless LAN antenna
(14)
03 Optical digital output terminal (OPT)
You can connect the digital audio output
device with optical digital audio cable (not
supplied) to this unit and play back music.
04 Coaxial digital output terminal (COAX)
05 Optical digital input terminal (OPT)
You can connect the digital audio output
device with optical digital audio cable (not
supplied) and play back music.
•The digital audio input terminal of this unit
can only detect the following linear PCM
signals. For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the connected device.
-Sampling frequency:
32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz
-Number of quantisation bits:
16/24 bit
This unit (rear)
06 Coaxial digital input terminal (COAX)
You can connect the digital audio output
device with coaxial digital cable (not
supplied) to this unit and play back music.
•The digital audio input terminals of this unit
can only detect the following linear PCM
signals. For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the connected device.
-Sampling frequency:
32/44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192 kHz
-Number of quantisation bits:
16/24 bit
07 Product identification marking
•The model number is indicated.
08 LAN terminal
(13)
09 USB-A terminal (USB Rear)
(DC 5 V 1 A)
You can connect a USB device to the unit
and play back music stored on the USB
device. (18)
10 System terminal (CONTROL)
11 AC IN terminal ( )
(12)