Technics OTTAVA S Series User manual

Owner’s Manual
Wireless Speaker System
SC-C50 / SC-C30
(Image: SC-C50)

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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.
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

If you have any questions, visit:
U.S.A.: http://shop.panasonic.com/support
Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Register online at
http://shop.panasonic.com/support
(U.S. customers only)
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Features
Amazingly clear and deep sound
in room-filling soundstage
Speakers are optimally positioned in its
compact, arc form design. These are
powerfully driven by a 2.1-channel full digital
amp to obtain room-filling Hi-Fi sound.
Optimizing sound for any music
listening environment
Space Tune™ optimizes the sound no matter
where it is placed or where you are listening.
A built-in microphone enables a new Auto
function to optimize the listening environment
from the main unit or a smartphone app with
a simple operation.
Broad selection of streaming
services, easy-to-use controls
An easy-to-use connectivity supports USB,
analog input (AUX), optical input, AirPlay,
Bluetooth®, Chromecast built-in, Spotify,
TIDAL, Deezer, internet radio and Network
Playback (access stored music), allowing
comfortable playback of a diverse range of
music sources from a single unit.
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 this Owner’s Manual
Pages to be referred to are indicated as “⇒○○”.
The illustrations shown may differ from your
unit.

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Table of contents
Read first 06
Please carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” of this manual before use.
Control reference guide 15
This unit (front/top/rear)
Connections 20
AC power supply cord connection, Network
settings
Operations 30
Streaming online music, etc.
Settings 48
Favorite function, Other settings
Others 52
Troubleshooting, Specifications, etc.

AC power supply cord (1)
K2CG3YY00209
•The smartphone on the cover page is not supplied
with this unit.
•Product numbers provided in this Owner’s Manual
are correct as of August 2019.
•These may be subject to change.
•Do not use AC power supply cord with other
equipment.
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Accessories

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Read first
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 07
Warning.................................................... 08
Caution..................................................... 08
Installation ........................................... 12
Installation .................................................12
Notes on the speakers................................12
For optimum sound effects ........................12
Unit care ....................................................13
Using “Technics Audio Center”...................13
Firmware updates ......................................13
To dispose of or transfer this unit .............. 14
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Read first
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
(Continued)
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.

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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 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
•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.
•Keep magnetized items away. Magnetized cards,
watches, etc., can be damaged if placed too close
to this system.

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The following mark and symbols are located on
bottom of the unit.
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.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND
CANADA.
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and
Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: ACJ-SC-C50, ACJ-SC-C30
IC: 216A-SCC50, 216A-SCC30
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
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 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.
For indoor use only

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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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Technics
Model No.: SC-C50, SC-C30
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490
Support Contact:
http://shop.panasonic.com/support
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

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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.
Product Identification Marking is located on the
bottom of the unit.

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Read first
Installation
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.
Notes on the speakers
•These speakers do not have magnetic shielding.
Do not place them near TV, PC or other equipment
easily influenced by magnetism.
•Playing music at high volumes for a long period
can cause damage to the system and shorten the
life of the system.
•Decrease the volume in the following conditions to
prevent damage.
When playing distorted sound
When adjusting the sound quality
When turning on/off this unit
For optimum sound effects
The quality and volume of the bass sound, sound
localization performance, sound ambience, etc. will
change depending on the installation location of
this unit, listening position, room conditions, and
other factors. Refer to the information below when
installing this unit.
Determining the installation location
•Place this unit on a flat safe surface.
Adjusting the distances between this unit and
the wall
•If you install this unit close to a wall or a corner,
the bass sound will be more powerful, however,
if the unit is too close to it, sound localization
performance and sound ambience may
deteriorate.

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Adjusting with the Space Tune function
You can adjust the sound quality automatically
according to the installation location (near the wall
or the corner of the room).
Press and hold [ ] for 5 seconds.
•“Space Tune (Auto)” is displayed.
Press [ ] again while “Space Tune (Auto)” is
displayed.
•A test tone outputs quite big while the
measurement is in progress.
•To cancel the adjustment in the middle, press
[].
•When the adjustment is complete, “Success” is
displayed.
Press [ ] to exit the setting.
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, stream online music services,
use this unit with other speakers 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.
•Refer to “Firmware updates” (⇒50) for details on
update.

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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. (“To restore all the
settings to the factory defaults” (⇒53))
•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 unauthorized use of
your accounts.

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Control reference
guide
This unit (front/top)............................. 16
This unit (rear)...................................... 18
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Control reference guide
This unit (front/top)
(Continued)
SC- C50
01
05
08 09
02
03
04
06
07
SC-C30
01
05
02
03
04
06
07
08 09

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01 [ ] Standby/on switch
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 [] [ ] Adjust volume
•0 (min) to 100 (max)
03 Display
Input source, etc. are displayed.
04 [] Favorite
You can register your favorite station or playlist
(USB, Podcasts, etc.), and call them.
•You can register up to 9 favorite stations or
playlists. To register, press and hold [ ] until
“Memorised” is displayed while a station tuned
in or music is being played back. Then, the
station or music is automatically registered to
an unused number from 1 to 9.
05 [] Play/Pause
06 [] Switch the input source
07 Built-in microphone (for measurement)
08 Product identification marking (Bottom of
this unit)
•The model number is indicated.
09 Illumination
Illuminates when the volume is adjusted from
the “Technics Audio Center” app, etc.

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Control reference guide
This unit (rear)
(Continued)
SC- C50
10BASE-T/
100BASE-TX
OPT INLAN AUX IN
DIMMER
INFO
AC IN
500mA5V
10BASE-T/
100BASE-TX
OPT INLAN AUX IN
DIMMER
INFO
AC IN
500mA5V
10 11 12 13 14 15
SC-C30
10 11 12 13 14 15
10 [•DIMMER / -INFO]
Adjust the brightness of illumination of
the display and bottom of the unit.
•When the display is turned off, it will light up
for a few seconds only when you operate this
unit. Before the display turns off, “Display Off”
will be displayed for a few seconds.
•Press [•DIMMER / -INFO] repeatedly to switch
the brightness.
•Press and hold [•DIMMER / -INFO] to display
the network status or settings. The displayed
items are changed by pressing [•DIMMER /
-INFO] repeatedly. (The brightness does not
change during this period.)

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11 USB-A terminal
(DC 5 V 500 mA) (⇒36)
•If a USB device is connected, [•DIMMER /
-INFO] is difficult to press. Remove the USB
device as necessary.
12 LAN terminal (⇒23)
13 Optical digital input terminal (⇒33)
14 AUX IN terminal (⇒31)
15 AC IN terminal ( ) (⇒21)

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Connections
AC power supply cord ......................... 21
AC power supply cord connection............. 21
Network settings ................................. 22
Wired LAN connection.............................. 23
Wireless LAN connection .......................... 24
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