- Wireless Music Streaming via Bluetooth
- Internet Radio Application for iPhone/iPod
- Touchless Open/Close Sensor Door
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Brand NamePanasonic
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Product Description
Amazon.com
(March 2011)
Enjoy your favorite music from your iPod, iPhone, or CD with the SC-HC55 compact stereo system.
iPhone/iPod not included
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Slim, Flat Design
Sleek, modern design that complements any decor. It can easily be installed in limited places, like a small bedside shelf or your desk in your home office.
International CES Innovations 2011 Design and Engineering Award in the audio components category
Bluetooth Streaming
Wirelessly stream music with or without docking.
Internet Radio Function
Seamlessly streams internet radio to enjoy your favorite music.
Touch-free Sensor Door
Simply slide your hand over the door sensor to open the iPod/iPhone or CD door.
Wall-Mountable Design
Conveniently mounts to the wall to complement any room.
Select Specifications
| CD,CD-R/-RW: | CD-DA, MP3 |
| Speakers: | Woofer:2-1/2" Cone Type (Advanced Bamboo Cone) Tweeter:5/8" Piezo Type |
| Display: | Florescent |
| Universal Dock for iPod/iPhone: | Yes |
| Bluetooth Wireless Link Function: | Yes |
| Internet Radio Control: | Yes |
| Analog Audio In: | Yes |
| Headphone Out: | Yes |
| Station Presets: | 30-FM/15-AM |
| Dimensions: | 19" x 7-3/4" x 3-1/2" |
| Weight: | 5.3 lbs |
What's in the Box
Panasonic SC-HC55, remote control with battery, FM indoor antenna, AM loop antenna, AC power supply cord, 2 wall mount brackets and hardware, user's manual
Product Description
Panasonic SC-HC55 Compact Stereo System.iPod / iPhone Compatibility: iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, iPod touch 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th generations, iPod nano 1st, 2nd (aluminum), 3rd (video), 4th (video), 5th (video camera), 6th generations, iPod classic 80/160GB (2007), iPod classic 120/160GB (2009), iPod 20/40GB 4th generation, iPod 20/30/40/60GB (color display) 4th generation, iPod 30/60/80GB (video) 5th generation and iPod mini.
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
74 of 76 people found the following review helpful
By BuhoLoco40
I purchased this, and I think it's a great system. Great sound, and the ability to open the iPod and CD sections with a hand wave is a cool feature. The design is slick, and I like the thin size of it. I've played around with the Internet radio too. Some people will balk at having to buy the vTuner app, but if you're not going to use Internet radio, skip buying it. Of course, if you're not using Internet radio, you may want to look into the SC-HC35, which costs less, and has the same basic function as this unit.
The only real issue I have with this unit is that it seems to be designed for the iPod Touch or the iPhone, as opposed to the iPod Classic. When skipping to the next track, there are times when the system will fast forward about 5 seconds, instead of moving to the next track. This happens about every 5 or 6 tracks.
Aside from that small gripe, this really is a nice system.
The only real issue I have with this unit is that it seems to be designed for the iPod Touch or the iPhone, as opposed to the iPod Classic. When skipping to the next track, there are times when the system will fast forward about 5 seconds, instead of moving to the next track. This happens about every 5 or 6 tracks.
Aside from that small gripe, this really is a nice system.
57 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By cinatrin
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was skeptical at first upon purchasing this item based on the reviews here on Amazon. When reading more carefully I found the one out of four reviewers that rated this stereo poorly was based on the customer service of Panasonic, rather than the actual performance of the device.
Just received the stereo today and unwrapped it. It only took me a matter of minutes to pair my iPhone and my iPad to the device. I was previously using the Panasonic SC HC3 Micro system which is designed for iPods only and not iPhones. When I used my phone with that stereo I had a ton of distortion and interference with the speakers to the phone which made the sound unbearable and annoying. Not to discredit the product, it wasn't made for iPhones.
MOTION SENSOR
This stereo however far exceeds its predecessors by leaps and bounds. I love the motion sensor to open and close the iPod/CD sides. I feel like saying "Open Sesame!" I was worried at first that by simply walking by the stereo, it would activate the sensor, but that isn't true. Works seamlessly.
IPHONE COMPATIBILITY
I have a 'speck' case for my iPhone 4 and I was concerned it wouldn't fit in the docking station. I was wrong. The phone fits in the docking station with room to spare WITH my case. However I was unable to connect directly to the stereo due to the limitations of my case. The port connector wasn't big/long enough in the stereo to make a flush connection to my iPhone. This is a fault of my case and not one of the stereo. When I took my case off, my phone played like a charm. No distortion or interference to be had.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
After reading the directions on how to pair my phone and ipad, I successfully paired two separate devices to play music from, including Pandora, which was my main goal/concern. So now as I type, my iPad sits next to me with the stereo across the room easily playing my favorite Pandora station with a clear and loud sound.
INTERNET RADIO
Honestly, I haven't played around with the internet radio yet as I have no need to. I'm sure if that was what I was interested in, the app purchase of 2.99 wouldn't be a problem for me.
DESIGN
The design is sleek and stylish and quite compact. Very classy and eye appealing.
AM/FM STEREO
After setting up the stereo antennae I have to say I didn't have much luck of receiving more than four stations on the FM channel. I live in an apartment in a city, so that may play a role.
Overall I am VERY pleased with my purchase and feel like this was an upgrade well played out!
Just received the stereo today and unwrapped it. It only took me a matter of minutes to pair my iPhone and my iPad to the device. I was previously using the Panasonic SC HC3 Micro system which is designed for iPods only and not iPhones. When I used my phone with that stereo I had a ton of distortion and interference with the speakers to the phone which made the sound unbearable and annoying. Not to discredit the product, it wasn't made for iPhones.
MOTION SENSOR
This stereo however far exceeds its predecessors by leaps and bounds. I love the motion sensor to open and close the iPod/CD sides. I feel like saying "Open Sesame!" I was worried at first that by simply walking by the stereo, it would activate the sensor, but that isn't true. Works seamlessly.
IPHONE COMPATIBILITY
I have a 'speck' case for my iPhone 4 and I was concerned it wouldn't fit in the docking station. I was wrong. The phone fits in the docking station with room to spare WITH my case. However I was unable to connect directly to the stereo due to the limitations of my case. The port connector wasn't big/long enough in the stereo to make a flush connection to my iPhone. This is a fault of my case and not one of the stereo. When I took my case off, my phone played like a charm. No distortion or interference to be had.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
After reading the directions on how to pair my phone and ipad, I successfully paired two separate devices to play music from, including Pandora, which was my main goal/concern. So now as I type, my iPad sits next to me with the stereo across the room easily playing my favorite Pandora station with a clear and loud sound.
INTERNET RADIO
Honestly, I haven't played around with the internet radio yet as I have no need to. I'm sure if that was what I was interested in, the app purchase of 2.99 wouldn't be a problem for me.
DESIGN
The design is sleek and stylish and quite compact. Very classy and eye appealing.
AM/FM STEREO
After setting up the stereo antennae I have to say I didn't have much luck of receiving more than four stations on the FM channel. I live in an apartment in a city, so that may play a role.
Overall I am VERY pleased with my purchase and feel like this was an upgrade well played out!
63 of 68 people found the following review helpful
By D. Bufka
First off I'd consider myself a bit of an Audiophile. I was looking for something to replace my Logitech Audio Station which is getting a bit long in the tooth. I was attracted to this unit because of the slick look and bluetooth capability. Setup was easy enough and I was able to sync my Ipad and Ipod touch after reading the directions, no problems. For the most part it has a lot of features that I wish a lot of bookshelf units had like the "magic door", streaming bluetooth and internet radio (via $1.99 app you have to buy from Itunes). The tuner seems to work fine and CD player is very nice as well.
Now for the bad. For some reason I cannot get this unit to sync with my HTC EVO. Don't know if it's only geared for Apple products but I tried my phone and my wife's BB to no avail. Number 2 the sound quality, the high and mids are just outstanding and I would consider it on par with Bose and Soundfreaq units. The bass, well that's another issue. The bass is just OK but not earth shattering even on high settings and the "D bass" sound option seems to muddy everything up. With a unit this thin I knew there would be compromises, but if your a fan of hip hop and like earth shattering bass this in not the unit for you. I wish there was an option to connect a subwoofer but that does not seem to be the case. Maybe because it's wall mountable the unit needs something to reflect bass back?
I'm debating whether to send this back and get something else but I'm going to wait and see if it grows on me. It has a lot going for it but the lack of bass really hurts this unit.
Now for the bad. For some reason I cannot get this unit to sync with my HTC EVO. Don't know if it's only geared for Apple products but I tried my phone and my wife's BB to no avail. Number 2 the sound quality, the high and mids are just outstanding and I would consider it on par with Bose and Soundfreaq units. The bass, well that's another issue. The bass is just OK but not earth shattering even on high settings and the "D bass" sound option seems to muddy everything up. With a unit this thin I knew there would be compromises, but if your a fan of hip hop and like earth shattering bass this in not the unit for you. I wish there was an option to connect a subwoofer but that does not seem to be the case. Maybe because it's wall mountable the unit needs something to reflect bass back?
I'm debating whether to send this back and get something else but I'm going to wait and see if it grows on me. It has a lot going for it but the lack of bass really hurts this unit.
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