SC-HT744 DVD Home Theater Sound System

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: SC-HT744
• Region Number: 1 or ALL
• High-quality picture
• HDMI capability
• Advanced progressive scan
• Wireless-ready surround sound
• Optional wireless surround speaker connection
• High-performance sound effects
• Sound quality enhancement
• Bass enhancement

Product Usage Instructions

1. Safety Precautions

Please read the following safety precautions before connecting,
operating, or adjusting the product:

• Do not open covers or attempt to repair the product yourself.
  Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

• Avoid exposing the product to rain, moisture, dripping, or
  splashing.

• Do not place objects filled with liquids on the product.

• Ensure the unit is well ventilated and not placed in a confined
  space.

• Do not remove screws or open the product. There are no
  user-serviceable parts inside.

• Keep curtains and other materials away from the ventilation
  vents to prevent overheating.

2. System Components

The DVD Home Theater Sound System includes the following
components:

• Main unit: SC-HT744
• Front speakers: SB-FS71
• Center speaker: SB-PC740
• Surround speakers: SB-FS72
• Subwoofer: SB-W740

3. Remote Control

Operations in the user manual are described mainly with the
remote control. However, you can also perform the operations on the
main unit if the controls are the same.

4. Operating Instructions

Refer to the included user manual for detailed operating
instructions. Please read the instructions completely before using
the product. Keep the manual for future reference.

FAQ

1. What is the region number for DVD playback?

The player supports DVD-Video marked with labels containing the
region number 1 or ALL.

2. Can I connect wireless surround speakers?

Yes, the system supports optional wireless surround speaker
connection.

3. Are there any sound enhancement features?

Yes, the system provides high-performance sound effects such as
sound quality enhancement and bass enhancement.

4. How can I contact customer support?

You can contact customer support at 1-800-561-5505.

Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-HT744

Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”.

Example:

1 ALL 124

High-quality picture

10 page

HDMI capability, Advanced progressive scan and more.

10 Wireless-ready surround sound page
Optional wireless surround speaker connection.

30 High-performance sound effects page
Sound quality enhancement, Bass enhancement and more.

As an ENERGY STAR® Participant, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
If you have any questions contact
1-800-561-5505
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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

System Main unit Front speakers Center speaker Surround speakers Subwoofer

SC-HT744 SA-HT744 SB-FS71 SB-PC740 SB-FS72 SB-W740

CAUTION!
THIS PRODUCT 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 OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILTIN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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 ap-
pliance.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

(Inside of product)

-If you see this symbol-
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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 4 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Simple Setup
STEP 1 Assembling the front and
surround speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STEP 2 Positioning the speakers . . . . . . . . . 9
STEP 3 Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
STEP 4 Audio and video connections. . . . . 10
Television with an HDMI terminal . . . . . . . . 10 Basic audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Basic video connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

STEP 5 Radio and AC cord connections . . . . 12 STEP 6 Preparing the remote control . . . . 12 STEP 7 Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . 13
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Playing Discs

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Using the main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Checking the disc type in each tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Displaying current playback condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Playing CDs sequentially . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Changing the zoom ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Program and Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Playing data discs using navigation menus . . . 20 Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Selecting a track using CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Playing HighMATTM discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs . . . . . 21
Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Changing the delay time of the speakers. . . . . . . . . . 27

Other Operations

Using the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Selecting the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using an outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control . . . 30 Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . 30 Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level . . . . . 31 Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Operating the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Changing the remote control code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Using other useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Muting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Using the Music Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Reference

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Listening caution

EST. 1924

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion–and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level: Start your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear
it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level: Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER

SC-HT744

SERIAL NUMBER

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Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of March 2006. These may be subject to change.) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.

1 Remote control (EUR7662Y30)

1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00018)

2 Stands for front speakers (RYPX0128-S)

2 Remote control batteries
1 AM loop antenna (N1DAAAA00002)
1 FM indoor antenna (RSA0007-L)

1 Video cable (K2KA2BA00001)

2 Stands for surround speakers (RYPX0332-S)

CENTER 5

CENTER 5

SUB WOOFER
6

SUB WOOFER
6

1 Speaker cable (REEX0449B-1L)
2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers

4 Bases (RYPX0120-S)
16 Screws (XSN5+12FJ)

SURROUND Rch 4

SURROUND Lch 3

SURROUND Rch
4

SURROUND Lch
3

FRONT Rch 2

FRONT Lch 1

FRONT Rch
2

FRONT Lch
1

4 Cover plates (RGPX0239-K)

Accessories

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.

HighMATTM and the HighMAT logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital® and Pacific MicrosonicsTM are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114, with other patents pending.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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Simple Setup

1 STEP Assembling the front and surround speakers

The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS71 front speakers or SB-FS72 surround speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup.

Preparation To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it. For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection. There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands. For optional wall mount, refer to page 8. [Note] The front and surround speakers are different. ­ Check the label on the rear of speaker before attaching the stand ( page 9). ­ The stand with shorter cable is for the front speaker.

2 Front speakers and 2 Surround speakers (with cover plate)

4 Stands
2kstands with short cable: For front speakers
2kstands with long cable: For surround speakers

4 Bases

16 Screws

Assembling the front and surround speakers

1 Attach the stand to the base.
1 Thread the speaker cable through the base. For quicker threading, loosely fold the cable in half (do not crease), pass the folded portion through the hole, and then pull the rest of the cable through the base.
Cable

2 Secure the stand to the base.
Screw Tighten securely.
Stand

Base 2 Attach the stand to the base while gently pulling on the
end of the speaker cable.
Stand

Base

Screws Tighten securely.

Slide the speaker cable into the groove.

3 Attach the speaker to the stand.
1 Pull out the end of the speaker cable and position it between the ridges.
Ridges

Stand

Cable

Base
Cable Pull gently.

2 Attach the speaker to the stand.

Speaker

Cover plate Remove before attaching the speaker and keep for wall-mount use ( page 8).

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Assembling the front and surround speakers

4 Secure the speaker to the stand.

Speaker Stand

Screw Tighten securely. Ensure the speaker cable is centered in the groove.

5 Connect the speaker cable.

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Insert the wire fully. Push!

Press the speaker cable into the groove.

Assembled!

Preventing the speakers from falling
You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.
Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have strong enough support. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers.

String (not included) Thread from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.

Rear of the speaker

Screw eye (not included)

Wall

Approx. 150 mm (529/32z)

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Assembling the front and surround speakers

Speaker installation options

Attaching to a wall
You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should
be capable of supporting over 10 kg (22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers. When mounting the front speakers or surround speakers to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling.

Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand 1 Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net.
Screw

4 Screws

4 Cover plates

Preparation for front speakers and surround speakers 1 Remove the speaker cable from the stand.

2 Position the cable. Approx.15 cm (529/32z)

Press the cable into the groove.

Release the cable from the groove.

Cable

3 Attach the speaker net with the screws.

2 Connect the cable ( page 7).

1 Attach the cover plate to the front speaker or surround speaker.

2

Screw

Tighten securely.

Fitting speaker stands (not included)
(Except front and surround speakers) Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them. Note the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram.
The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lbs). The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high
position.

1
Cover plate 2 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall.

e.g. Center speaker
Metal screw holes For attaching to speaker stands

4.0 mm (5/32q) Wall or pillar

7.5 to 9.5 mm (19/64q to 3/8q)
5.0 to 7.0 mm (3/16q to 9/32q)

3 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).

Front and surround speakers

Center speaker

5 mm (3/16q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q)

Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm (plus 9/32q to 13/32q)

60 mm (23/8q)

Speaker stand (not included)

106 mm (43/16z)

340 mm (133/8z)

200 mm (77/8z)

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In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right.

Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position.

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2 STEP Positioning the speakers
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: Place speakers on flat secure bases. Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains. Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not. Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position.
The angles in the diagram are approximate.
Setup example
Do not use a front speaker as a surround speaker or vice versa. Verify the type of speaker with the label on the rear of the front speaker.

Positioning the speakers

FRONT (L, R)

SURROUND CENTER (L, R)

SUBWOOFER

Speaker label

Main unit

Use only supplied speakers Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected.
Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.
Main unit [Note] Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for
proper ventilation. To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around the
main unit, position it with at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides. Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit.

Notes on speaker use You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods. Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:
­ When playing distorted sound. ­ When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise
from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. ­ When adjusting the sound quality. ­ When turning the unit on or off.

Center speaker Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is
placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or
shelf. To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top of the
television.

Subwoofer Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm (1113/16q) from the television.

Caution Do not stand on the base.
Be cautious when children are near.

e.g. Front speaker

If irregular coloring occurs on your television The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup combinations. If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes. The demagnetizing function of the television should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.

Do not touch the netted area of the speakers.

e.g. Center speaker

Caution

The main unit and supplied speakers are to be

used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to

do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/

or the speakers, and may result in the risk of

fire. Consult a qualified service person if

damage has occurred or if you experience a

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Do not attempt to attach these speakers to

walls using methods other than those

described in this manual.

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3 STEP Speaker connections

Ensure the AC cord is disconnected before you make the speaker connections.

Speaker cable (For center speaker)

2 sheets of speaker cable stickers Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

CENTER 5

SURROUND Lch
3

FRONT Lch
1

SUB WOOFER
6

FRONT Lch
1

SURROUND Lch
3

CENTER 5

SURROUND Rch
4

FRONT Rch
2

FRONT Rch
2

SURROUND Rch
4

SUB WOOFER
6

Speaker connections / Audio and video connections

Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.
SUB WOOFER
6
6 SUBWOOFER

CENTER
5

Speaker cable sticker
CENTER
5

Push!

Insert the wire fully.
i: White j: Blue

5 CENTER

FRONT Rch
2
FRONT Lch
1
SURROUND Rch
4

2 FRONT (R)
FRONT Rch
2

1 FRONT (L)
FRONT Lch
1

SURROUND Rch
4

4 SURROUND (R)

SURROUND Lch
3

SURROUND Lch
3

3 SURROUND (L)

Push!

Insert the wire fully.
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Main unit
DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

Set your surround sound free! Optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH- FX60)
You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly when you use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60). For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic wireless accessory.
4 STEP Audio and video connections

Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.

Video cable

Television with an HDMI terminal

HDMI-compatible television (not included)
AV IN

Back of the main unit
AV OUT

Set “Video Output” to “On” and “Audio Output” to “On” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab).
Set “Video Output Mode” ( page 23, Picture Menu).

[Note]

HDMI cable (not included)

It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. [Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft),

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Use the HDMI connection to enjoy higher quality audio and video with a single cable ( page 15, HDMI).

RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft), etc.] Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

By connecting to an HDMI-compatible high-definition television, you can

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enjoy high-definition video (720p or 1080i) with 2-channel audio.

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Audio and video connections

Basic audio connection

Television (not included)

RF IN

AUDIO OUT
L

AUDIO IN

R

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

Back of the main unit

Audio cable (not included)

AUX COMPONENTVIDEOOUT

PB

Y

L

S-VIDEO

OUT

R

PR

VIDEO

OUT

This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other equipment” ( page 32).

Basic video connection

Television (not included)

VIDEO IN

Video cable (included)

Back of the main unit
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PB

Y

S-VIDEO OUT

PR

VIDEO

OUT

Other video connections for improved picture quality

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Television (not included)
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
PB

Video cables (not included)

PR

Y

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PB

Y

S-VIDEO OUT

PR

VIDEO

OUT

To enjoy progressive video Connect to a progressive output compatible television.
1 Set “Video Output” to “Off” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab). 2 Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p”, and then follow the
instructions on the menu screen ( page 23, Picture Menu). All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input connectors are
compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors. The description of the component video input terminals depends on
the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color. After making this connection, select “Darker” from the “Black Level Control” in the “Video” tab ( page 26).

S-VIDEO OUT
Television (not included)
S-VIDEO IN

S-video cable (not included)

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PB

Y

S-VIDEO OUT

PR

VIDEO

OUT

Using the S-VIDEO OUT terminal The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder (not included)

To your cable TV service or television antenna

RF IN RF OUT

Television (not included)

RF IN

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

RF cable

L

(not included) R

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

Audio cable (not included)
Video cable (included)

Back of the main unit

AUX COMPONENTVIDEOOUT

PB

Y

L

S-VIDEO

OUT

R

PR

VIDEO

OUT

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5 STEP Radio and AC cord connections

AM loop antenna

FM indoor antenna

AC power supply cord

Simple Setup

Radio and AC cord connections / Preparing the remote control

Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. Using an outdoor antenna (optional) ( page 29).
AM loop antenna Stand the antenna up on its base. Place the antenna where reception is best. Keep loose antenna cable away from other wires and cables.
Click!

FM indoor antenna Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.
Adhesive tape

Main unit
AC IN
AC power supply cord

Black Red

Loosen the terminal screw with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
White

LOOP ANT GND LOOP

FM ANT 75

AM ANT
EXT

Re-tighten the terminal screw.

To household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

While pushing, insert the wire fully.

Conserving power The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 0.4 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.
[Note] The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.

6 STEP Preparing the remote control

Remote control

Batteries

Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. Press in and lift up.

Do not: mix old and new batteries. use different types at the same time. heat or expose to flame. take apart or short circuit. attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. use batteries if the covering has been peeled off. Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can severely damage the remote control.
Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

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R6/LR6, AA
Replace the cover.
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Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Use
Aim at the display ( page 13), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

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7 STEP Performing QUICK SETUP

Simple Setup

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).
To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. This remote control can perform some basic television operations ( page 32).

1

2

3

4

Select

5

6

DVD

SETUP

RETURN
ENTER

ENTER

SETUP

Turn on the Select

Show the QUICK

unit.

“DVD/CD”. SETUP screen.

To change these settings later Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” tab ( page 26).

Register
Follow the messages and make the settings.

Press to finish QUICK SETUP.

Press to exit.

Performing QUICK SETUP / Control reference guide

Control reference guide
See page references in parentheses.

Television operations (32)

Turn the unit on/off (13) Select the source
DVD/CD (13), FM/AM (28), AUX (32)/ FRONT MUSIC P./ REAR MUSIC P.§ (33) Select disc’s title numbers etc./Enter numbers (17)
Select the disc or show disc information (18) Select preset radio stations (28)
Select a group of contents to play (17) Equalizing the sound (16)

NAV I

GATOR

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

Change the television’s video input mode (32) Adjust the television volume (32)
Select television channels (32) Adjust the volume of the main unit (17)
Basic operations for play (16, 17) Display current playback condition (18) Frame-by-frame/Select or register menu items on the television screen (17)

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

Show a disc top menu (20) or program list (21)

TOP

ENTER

Show on-screen menu (22)

Show a disc menu (20) or play list (21)

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

Return to previous screen (17)

CANCEL PLAY MODE

(17) (19)

SUB WOOFER

LEVEL

SFC

(31)

(30)

REPEAT (18)
PL (30)

CD MODE (18)
H.BASS (31)

SLEEP (33)

ZOOM FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

(18) (17)

(30)

Standby/on switch [POWER Í/I]

SETUP (25)

TEST CH SELECT MUTING

(31)

(31)

(33)

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode

or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still

< OPEN/CLOSE

consuming a small amount of power. (16)
MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (33)

Open/Close the disc drawer (16)

4, 5 / X TUNING W

Skip or slow-search play (16)/

DISC EXCHANGE

Select the radio stations (28)

Open the disc drawer to

SURROUND MUSIC

exchange the disc in the play

Equalizing the sound (16)

Display

position (16)

POWER

MUSIC PORT SURROUND 1

2

3

4

5

MUSIC

5 DISC SELECTOR

OPEN/CLOSE

VOLUME

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

SELECTOR

TUNE MODE FM MODE MEMORY

TUNING

DISC SKIP Skip to the next disc tray (16)
Phones Connect headphones (33)

5 DISC SELECTOR

/ -TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

Jog LED

Select the disc tray (16) Stop playing (16)/Select the tuning mode (28) VOLUME

Adjust the FM reception condition (28)

Turn up/down the volume (16)

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1/ MEMORY Play discs (16)/Memorize the receiving radio stations (28)

SELECTOR (28) DVD/CD#FM#AM#AUX#FRONT MUSIC P.# REAR MUSIC P.§ #Return to DVD/CD

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Discs that can be played
Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats. DVD-Video [DVD-V] —
DVD-Audio [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [DVD-V] Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in
Other Menu ( page 24).
Video CD [VCD] Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)
DVD-RAM [DVD-VR] [MP3] [JPEG] [DVD-VR] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard),
such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. [JPEG] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders using the DCF (Design rule for Camera
File system) Standard Version 1.0.
DVD-R (DVD-Video)§1/DVD-RW (DVD-Video) [DVD-V] Discs recorded and finalized§2 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras. DVD-R (VR)§1/DVD-RW (VR) [DVD-VR] Discs recorded and finalized§2 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.1 (or 1.2 for DVD-R DL
only) of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). DVD-R/DVD-RW [MP3] [JPEG] Finalize§2 the disc after recording.

Discs that can be played / Disc caution / Maintenance

iR (Video)§1/iRW (Video) [DVD-V]

—

Discs recorded and finalized§2 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

CD [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [VCD] This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the above formats. Close the sessions or finalize§2 the disc after recording. [CD] This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support the Peak Extend function (a function which expands the
dynamic range of high-level signals). HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as compared with 16 bits for all other CDs. [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs. [WMA] This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).

§1 Includes single-sided, dual-layer discs. §2 A process that allows play on compatible equipment. It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

Discs that cannot be played
DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, DivX Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Note about using a DualDisc The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the
technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible. Do not use a DualDisc in this unit as it may not be possible to insert it correctly and it may get scratched or scraped.

Disc caution

Maintenance

To clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Disc handling precautions

Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc

warping, rendering it unusable.

Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which

prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.

Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

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Do not use the following discs:

­ Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

(rented discs, etc.).

­ Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

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­ Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

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 instructions that
came with the cloth.
Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and the unit.

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Product Service
1. Damage requiring service–The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
2. Servicing–Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts–When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check–After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
The servicer will require all components to service your system. Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire system.
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation:
Contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Product Service / Glossary

Glossary

CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM.
Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.
Dolby Digital This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems) This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.
Dynamic range Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.
Frame still and field still Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second. One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames. A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high. A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is a next-generation digital interface for consumer electronic products. Unlike conventional connections, it transmits uncompressed digital video and audio signals on a single cable. This unit supports highdefinition video output (720p,1080i) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. To enjoy high-definition video, a high-definition compatible television is required.

I/P/B MPEG 2, the video compression standard adopted for use with DVDVideo, codes frames using these 3 picture types. I: Intra coded picture
This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when adjusting the picture. P: Predictive coded picture This picture is calculated based on past I- or P-pictures. B: Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture This picture is calculated by comparing past and future I- and P-pictures so it has the lowest volume of information.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10­1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.
Linear PCM (pulse code modulation) These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3) An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality.
Playback control (PBC) If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.
Progressive/Interlaced NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. This is called 480p. Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high- resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.
Sampling frequency Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

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WMA (Windows MediaTM Audio)

WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It

achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller

than that of MP3.

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Basic play

1 Power on.

POWER

SELECTOR
2 Select “DVD/CD”. Select “AUX” to enjoy video cassette recorder, television or cable TV programs. (Refer to page 11 for the necessary connections.)

3 Open the drawer and place the disc(s).

OPEN/CLOSE

Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.
To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit. Play will start from the disc in the front-left position of the tray. For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its
cartridge before use. Do not:
­ load more than one disc per tray.
­ touch the drawer or the carousel while they are in motion.
­ rotate the carousel by hand.
­ close the drawer by hand.

4 Close the drawer.

OPEN/CLOSE

SURROUND MUSIC

POWER

MUSIC PORT SURROUND 1

2

3

4

5

MUSIC

5 DISC SELECTOR

5 DISC SELECTOR

(Stop)

DISC EXCHANGE DISC SKIP

OPEN/CLOSE

VOLUME

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

SELECTOR

TUNE MODE FM MODE MEMORY

TUNING

Basic play

5 Start play.
When the disc finishes playing If the next disc does not start playing, select it with the 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons. You can also select the disc using the remote
control ( page 18, Checking the disc type in each tray).
To change the sound quality page 30

6 Adjust the
volume.

VOLUME

Press to skip. Press and hold to
­ search during play ­ start slow-motion play during pause
(Motion picture part) Press [1] (Play) to start normal play.

Using the main unit

Equalizing the sound
Skipping to the next disc tray

SURROUND MUSIC
DISC SKIP

The sound fills the room, and comes from all directions with equal intensity, regardless of your orientation within the room.
The indicator on the button lights.
This feature is not available when using headphones or the Rear Music Port ( page 33).
While the drawer is closed Each time you press the button, the carousel moves counterclockwise by one tray.

Changing the other discs without interrupting play

OPEN/CLOSE

Each time you press [DISC SKIP], you can select the other trays.

DISC SKIP

Change the discs
OPEN/CLOSE

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DISC EXCHANGE

The drawer opens and the disc in the play position comes to the front-left position.
Press the button again to play the disc after changing the disc in the front- left position.

[Note[ Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. To preserve the
unit’s motor and your television screen, press [] (Stop) when you are
finished with the menus. Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.

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If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting ( page 34 to 36).

Using the remote control

1 2
Numbered buttons
, SKIP STOP, PAUSE
GROUP
TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR
MENU, PLAY LIST CANCEL

D I RECT MENU

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

GATOR

NAV I

FUNCTIONS

TOP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

6
, SLOW/SEARCH
5
3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER
RETURN
FL DISPLAY

Stop Pause

STOP PAUSE

The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the display. Press [1 PLAY] to resume. Press [ STOP] again to clear
the position.
Press [1 PLAY] to restart play.

Skip
Search
(during play)
Slow-motion
(during pause)
Frame-byframe
(during pause)

— SKIP

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [This feature does not work

during program and random play

ENTER

( page 19).] [3, 4]: Group skip

[2, 1]: Content skip

SLOW SEARCH

Up to 5 steps. Press [1 PLAY] to start normal
play.
[VCD] Slow-motion: forward direction only.

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] ENTER
[VCD] Forward direction only.

Select

On-screen

item select

ENTER

—

Register

Enter number

123 456 789
0 10
ENTER

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [S10] [1] [2] [VCD] with playback control Press [ STOP] to cancel the PBC function, and then press the numbered buttons.
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] e.g. To select 123: [1] [2] [3] [ENTER]

CANCEL

Press [CANCEL] to cancel the number(s).

Disc menu

TOP

DIRECT NAV MENU

I

GATOR

MENU PLAY LIST
RETURN

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] Shows a disc top menu.
[DVD-VR] Press the button to show the programs ( page 21).
[DVD-V] Shows a disc menu.
[DVD-VR] Press the button to show a playlist ( page 21).
[VCD] with playback control Shows a disc menu.

Return to previous screen
Main unit display
Starting play from a selected group

RETURN
—

FL DISPLAY
GROUP

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Time display
,-.Information display
(e.g. [DVD-VR] Program number)
[JPEG] When Slideshow ( page 22) is on:
SLIDE,-.Contents number
When Slideshow is off:
PLAY,-.Contents number
[DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] A folder on WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs is treated as a “Group”.

Select

ENTER

Register

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Convenient functions

1 5 Numbered
buttons DISC
STOP

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

PLAY QUICK OSD

NAV I GATOR

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

, , , ENTER
CANCEL PLAY MODE
ZOOM

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

CD MODE REPEAT

Playing CDs sequentially
[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

CD MODE

This feature is very convenient if you want to play several music CDs sequentially. Make sure that applicable disc is in the play position before playing ( Checking the disc type in each tray, left).

While stopped
1 Press [CD MODE].
2 Press [1 PLAY].

PL PRG D DTS
MODE DVD RDS PTY PS AAC

MONO SLP ST S
H.
W

If all loaded discs are DVDs or if other discs are unchecked, CD Mode
does not work. HighMAT menus and Video CD playback control are disabled. You cannot turn CD Mode on or off during program or random play. If you want to play a DVD, press [CD MODE] again to cancel CD Mode.
(CD Mode is also canceled when you switch the unit to standby, select
another source, or change the disc in the play position.) DVD and JPEG are skipped without being played.

Convenient functions

Checking the disc type in each

tray

DISC

You can select the disc after checking the discs loaded with the Disc Information screen. You can also select the disc directly with the 5 DISC SELECTOR
buttons on the main unit.

1 Press [DISC] to show the Disc information screen. To exit the screen, press [DISC].

e.g.

Disc Information
DVD-Video CD DVD-Audio Unchecked No Disc

Track 10

Time 1:15

Empty

Not yet read

2 Press the numbered buttons ([1] ­ [5]) to select the disc.

Displaying current playback condition

QUICK OSD

Press [QUICK OSD]. Basics ———————————————————————-> Details
^—— off (No on-screen display) ,——-b

Basics
e.g. [DVD-V]

Current playback number Elapsed play time

Title 1

4 Chapter

Time 0:41:23

Playback condition Program Playback

Play mode

Current position

Details
e.g. [DVD-V] Audio information
Subtitle information Angle information
Aspect of current title Total play time of current title

Details-DVD-Video

Audio

1 DTS 3/2.1ch

Subtitle

Angle

1/1

Source Aspect 4:3

Title Total Time 0:54:28

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Changing the zoom ratio

ZOOM

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

This feature expands the letterbox picture to fit the screen.

During play

Press [ZOOM] several times to select the preset aspect ratio (Just Fit Zoom) or “Auto”.

Auto –. 4:3 Standard –. European Vista –. 16:9 Standard

:

;

Cinemascope2 ,—— Cinemascope1 ,——- American Vista

e.g.
Functions Just Fit Zoom 1.00

Auto
4:3 Standard European Vista 16:9 Standard American Vista Cinemascope1

4:3 Standard (4:3) European Vista (1.66:1) 16:9 Standard (16:9) American Vista (1.85:1) Cinemascope1 (2.35:1)
Cinemascope2 (2.55:1)

Fine adjustments (Manual Zoom) After selecting the preset aspect ratio or “Auto”, press [2, 1] to zoom in or out: ­ in 0.01-unit steps from “k1.00” to “k1.60” ­ in 0.02-unit steps from “k1.60” to “k2.00″ To change the steps more quickly, press and hold [2, 1].

Repeat play

REPEAT

This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.

During play

Press [REPEAT] several times to select an item to be repeated.

e.g. [DVD-V]

Functions

Repeat

Off Off Chapter Title

[DVD-VR]: Program>Disc>Off During playlist play: Scene>Playlist>Off [DVD-A]: Track>Group§>Off [DVD-V]: Chapter>Title§>Off [VCD] [CD]: Track>Disc§>Off When CD Mode is on: Track>Disc>All CD’s>Off When CD Mode is on during program or random play:
Track>All CD’s>Off [WMA] [MP3]: Content>Group§>Off When CD Mode is on: Content>Group>All CD’s>Off When CD Mode is on during program or random play:
Content>All CD’s>Off [JPEG]: Group§>Off

§”All” is displayed during program or random play.

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Program and Random play

PLAY MODE

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped.
Program and random playback screens appear sequentially.
Program—————————————————–) Random§ ^———————— off (Normal play) (———–}
§ “RANDOM 1” and “RANDOM 2” ( right) are displayed on the main unit’s display when CD Mode is on ( page 18).
To exit the program and random mode Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.
Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu ( page 24) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3 or JPEG files.
[DVD-V] Some items cannot be played even if you have programmed them. [DVD-A] Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password screen
appears after selecting a group, enter the password with the numbered buttons to play the bonus group. Refer also to the disc’s jacket.

Program play (up to 32 items)
When CD Mode is off
[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can program all the items on a disc in the play position.

1 [VCD] [CD] Skip to step 2

Press the numbered buttons to select a group or title.

([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V] T/G: Title/Group C/T: Chapter, Content/
Track

Program Playback Choose a title and chapter.

No.

Disc

T/G

C/T

1

Play

Clear

Clear all

to select and press ENTER

PLAY to start

To select a 2-digit number e.g. To select 12: [S10] [1] [2] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [1] [2] [ENTER]

2 Press the numbered buttons to select a chapter or track. ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.) Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program other items.

3 Press [1 PLAY].

When CD Mode is on ( page 18)
[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] You can program all the items on all the discs.

1 Press the numbered buttons ([1] ­ [5]) to select a disc.
2 [WMA] [MP3] Press the numbered buttons to select a group.
(Press [ENTER] to register the selection.) To select a 2-digit number
e.g. To select 12: [1] [2] [ENTER] 3 Press the numbered buttons to select a track.
([WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.) To select a 2-digit number
e.g. To select 12: [S10] [1] [2] [WMA] [MP3] [1] [2] [ENTER] Repeat steps 1 to 3 to program other items. 4 Press [1 PLAY].

To change the selected program 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. 2 Press the numbered buttons to change each item.
([WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)
To clear the selected program 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. 2 Press [CANCEL] (or press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear” and press
[ENTER]).
To clear the whole program Select “Clear all” with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared when the disc is moved out of the play position, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

Random play
When CD Mode is off
[VCD] [CD] You can play all the items on a disc in the play position in random order. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can play selected item(s) on a disc in the play position in random order.

1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Press the numbered buttons to select a group or a title.

([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V]

Random Playback

Choose a title. Title 1

0 ~ 9 to select

PLAY to start

PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY PS AAC

DISC SFC

TG HDMI D.MIX MONO SLP ST CT SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM RND 12

[DVD-A] To enter all groups, press [2, 1] to select “All” and press
[ENTER]. To deselect a group, press numbered buttons corresponding to
the group you want to clear. 2 Press [1 PLAY].

When CD Mode is on ( page 18)

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] You can select either “RANDOM 1” or “RANDOM 2”. RANDOM 1
You can play all the items on all the discs in random order.

PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY PS AAC

DISC SFC

TG HDMI D.MIX MONO SLP ST CT SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM RND 12

RANDOM 2

You can play all the discs in sequence, but all the items on each

disc are played in random order.

PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY PS AAC

DISC SFC

TG HDMI D.MIX MONO SLP ST CT SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM RND 12

Press [1 PLAY].

e.g. [CD]

Random Playback Press PLAY to start

To select an item using the cursor buttons Press [ENTER] and [3, 4] to select an item, and then press [ENTER] again to register.

Convenient functions

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Playing data discs using navigation menus

Numbered buttons
STOP
TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR
MENU, PLAY LIST

D I RECT MENU

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

NAV I GATOR

FUNCTIONS

TOP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

, SLOW/SEARCH
, , , ENTER FUNCTIONS

TOP MENU

Playing data discs

MENU

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Using the submenu
1 While Navigation Menu is displayed Press [FUNCTIONS].
2 Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Multi List Tree Thumbnail
Next group Previous group
All Audio Picture

Groups and contents are displayed. Contents only Groups only Thumbnail images [JPEG] To go to next group [WMA] [MP3] To go to previous group [WMA] [MP3] WMA/MP3 and JPEG WMA/MP3 only JPEG only

Help display Find

To switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator To search by content or group title ( below)

Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu ( page 24) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3 or JPEG files. Playing HighMATTM discs ( page 21)

Playing items in order (Playback Menu)

1 Press [TOP MENU]. To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU].

e.g.
WMA/MP3/JPEG WMA/MP3 JPEG

Playback Menu All Audio Picture

Total 434 Total 7 Total 427

to select and press ENTER
2 Press [3, 4] to select “All”, “Audio” or “Picture” and press [ENTER].

Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu)

1 Press [MENU]. To exit the screen, press [MENU].

e.g.

Navigation Menu

5

JPEG

002 My favorite2 005 Japanese 001 Lady Starfish

Perfume 001 My favorite1 002 My favorite2 001 Brazilian
002 Chinese 003 Czech 004 Hungarian 005 Japanese 006 Mexican 007 Philippine 008 Swedish
Group 009 Piano
010 Vocal

001 Lady Starfish 002 Metal Glue 003 Life on Jupiter 004 Starperson
Content

Group 005/023

Content 0001/0004

Group and content number currently playing : JPEG : WMA/MP3
Number currently selected

2 Press [2] followed by [3, 4] to select the group and press [ENTER].
3 To play content in the group in order Press [ENTER]. To start play from the selected content Press [3, 4] to select and [ENTER].
To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a JPEG image on the screen, select a JPEG file first and then select audio contents. (The opposite order is not effective.)

Searching by a content or group title
Highlight a group title to search the group, or a content title to search its content.
1 While the submenu is displayed ( above) Press [3, 4] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].

¢A

Find

2 Press [3, 4] to select a character and press [ENTER].
Repeat to enter another character. Lower case characters are also searched. Press [6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH] to skip between A, E, I, O
and U. Press [2] to erase a character. Leave the asterisk (¢) when you search for the titles including
the character you enter. Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the titles starting with the
character you enter. To add the asterisk (¢) again, display the submenu again and select “Find”.
3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].
The search result screen appears.
4 Press [3, 4] to select the content or group and press [ENTER].

TOP MENU

Selecting a track using CD text

MENU

[CD]

Titles appear with CD Text disc playback.

1 Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

e.g. CD text

CD Text
Disc Title: All By Artist Disc Artist: Pink Island Track title: Long John Platinum Track Artist: SHIPWRECKED

1/23 63 00

1. Ashley at Prom

2. City Penguin

3. Formura one

4. Soccer

5. Baseball

6. Neanderthal

Cartoons

8

T il bit

2 Press [3, 4] to select the track and press [ENTER]. Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the playback condition and current

position.

Playing data discs using navigation menus

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TOP MENU

Playing HighMATTM discs

MENU

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

1 Press [TOP MENU]. To exit the screen, press [ STOP]. To change the menu background to the one recorded on the disc,
press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, and then press [ENTER]. Repeat this step if necessary.

e.g.

New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te PAGE 1/3

Menu1

Play list1

Menu2

Menu: Takes you to the next menu which shows play lists or another menu

Playlist: play starts

Playing a playlist

This works only when the disc contains a playlist.

1 Press [PLAY LIST]. To exit the screen, press

e.g.

Playlist

[PLAY LIST].

1

2

No. Date 1 11/1 2 1/ 1 3 2/ 2 4 3/ 3 5 4/10

Total Time

Title

0:00:01 City Penguin

0:01:20 Ashley at Prom

1:10:04 Formula one

0:10:20 Soccer

0:00:01 Baseball

0 9 to select and press ENTER

Contents RETURN to exit

2 Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to select the playlist. To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2]

3 Press [ENTER].

Playing data discs using navigation menus

Play list2 2 Prev

Menu3 3Return

Play list3 Next 1

Selecting from the list

1 During play Press [MENU]. To exit the screen, press [MENU].

e.g.

Playlist
Playlist Group Content

All By Artist

Krissa

No.

Content title

1 Few times in summer

2 Less and less

3 And when I was born

4 Quatre gymnopedies

5 You’ve made me sad

6 I can’t quit him

7 Evening glory

8 Wheeling spin

9 Velvet Cuppermine

10 Ziggy starfish

0 9 to select ENTER to play

RETURN to exit

2 Press [2] followed by [3, 4] to switch among “Playlist”, “Group” and “Content” lists.

3 Press [1] followed by [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].

TOP DIMREECNTUNAVIGATOR

Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW

(DVD-VR) discs

PLAY

[DVD-VR]

LIST

Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. You cannot edit programs, playlists and disc titles.

Playing the programs

1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. To exit the screen, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

e.g.

Direct Navigator

No. Date 1 11/ 1(WED) 2 1/ 1 (MON) 3 2/ 2 (TUE) 4 3/ 3 (WED) 5 4/10(THU)

On 0:05 AM 1:05 AM 2:21 AM 3:37 AM 11:05 AM

0 9 to select

Title Monday feature Auto action Cinema Music Baseball

Contents RETURN to exit

2 Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to select the program. To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2] Press [1] to show the contents of the program and the disc.

3 Press [ENTER].

Playing scenes one by one
1 While the playlist menu is displayed
Press [1]. 2 Press [3, 4] to select “Scene List” and press [ENTER].
“Contents” shows playlist information. 3 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a scene and press [ENTER].

Tips for making data discs
When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen.
There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.
This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
DVD-RAM Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.
DVD-R/RW Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660). This unit does not support multi-session. Only the default session is
played.
CD-R/RW Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended
formats). This unit supports multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes
more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

Naming folders and files (Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups on this unit.) At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done in the order you want to

e.g. [MP3] root
001 group
001
001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3 003 track.mp3 002 group

play them (this may not work at times). Files must have the extension ( below).
[WMA] (Extension: “.WMA” or “.wma”) Compatible compression rate: between
48 kbps and 320 kbps

003 group

001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3 003 track.mp3 004 track.mp3

001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3
003 track.mp3

You cannot play WMA files that are copy-protected.

This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR).

[MP3] (Extension: “.MP3” or “.mp3”)

Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps

This unit does not support ID3 tags.

Compatible sampling rates:

­ DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW: 11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and 48 kHz

­ CD-R/RW: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz

[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”)

JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF Standard

(Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0 are displayed. Files

that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture editing

software may not be displayed.

This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other

such formats, and still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF), or play

pictures with attached audio.

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Using on-screen menus

Numbered buttons

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

NAV I GATOR

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

CANCEL

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

PLAY
, , , ENTER FUNCTIONS

1

Show the Main menu.

FUNCTIONS

2

Select

Go to the Select the menu.
next menu e.g. [DVD-V]

ENTER

Functions

Register Return to the previous menu

Title Chapter Time Audio Subtitle Angle

1/2 3/10 0:24:31 1 English 3 Spanish
1/2

1 English 2 French 3 Spanish

3

Select

Make the settings.

e.g. [DVD-V]

ENTER
Register
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Functions

Title

1/2

Chapter

3/10

Time

0:24:31

Audio

1 English

Subtitle 3 Spanish

Angle

1/2

Other Settings

1 English 2 French 3 Spanish

0 10

4

Press to exit.

FUNCTIONS

Main menu

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Using on-screen menus

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Time
Audio
22

To start from a specific item e.g. [DVD-VR] To select Program 12
Press the numbered buttons: [1] [2] [ENTER]

Functions

Program Time Audio Subtitle

2/16 Program Search 12 0:34:15
L R On

(Time Slip and Time Search do not work with iR/iRW discs.)

To skip incrementally or decrementally (Time Slip

for play only)

1 Press [ENTER] twice to show the Time Slip indicator. 2 Press [3, 4] to select the time and press [ENTER].
To change the steps more quickly, press and hold [3, 4].

To start from a specific time (Time Search)

To change remaining/elapsed time display

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks) To select audio soundtrack [DVD- VR] [VCD] To select “L”, “R” or “LR” [DVD-V] (Karaoke disc)
To select “On” or “Off” for vocals Read the disc’s instructions for details. Signal type/data LPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/DTS/MP3/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels)
e.g. 3/2 .1ch

.1: Low frequency effect .1: (not displayed if there is no signal) .0: No surround .1: Mono surround .2: Stereo surround (left/right) .1: Center .2: Front leftiFront right .3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
[WMA] [MP3] To display the current bitrate or sampling
frequency

Still Picture To switch still pictures

Thumbnail To show thumbnail images

Subtitle

[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only) To select subtitle language On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for
subtitles that are not displayed. [DVD-VR] “On” or “Off” appears only with discs that
contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders). [DVD-VR] Marker (VR) To recall a marker recorded on DVD-Video recorders Press [3, 4] Press [ENTER].

Angle

(with multiple angles) To select a video angle

Rotate Picture

To rotate a picture

Slideshow

To turn on/off slideshow On ,——. Off
To change the slideshow timing 1 (Fast) to 5 (Slow)

Other Settings

( page 23)

Search

Other Settings

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Play Speed

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] To change play speed ­ from “k0.6” to “k1.4” Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play. After you change the speed
­ Dolby Pro Logic II and Sound Enhancement have
no effect. ­ Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo (except
when Surround Music is on). ­ Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to
48 kHz. This function may not work depending on the disc’s
recording.

Play Menu
This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.

Repeat

( page 18, Repeat play)

A-B Repeat

Except [JPEG] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part) To repeat a specified section Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending points. Press [ENTER] again to cancel.

Except [DVD-VR] To mark up to 5 positions to play again Press [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept markers.)

Marker

To mark a position: Press [ENTER] (at the desired point).
To mark another position: Press [2, 1] to select “¢” Press [ENTER].
To recall a marker: Press [2, 1] Press [ENTER].
To erase a marker: Press [2, 1] Press [CANCEL].

This feature does not work during program and random play.
Markers you add are cleared when you change the disc in the play position or switch the unit to standby.

[DVD-VR] (Except still picture part) [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW) Allows you to browse the disc contents and start
playing from the selected position. You can select
either “Intro Mode” or “Interval Mode” in “Advanced Advanced Disc Review” in the “Disc” tab ( page 25). Disc Review When you find a title/program to play
Press [1 PLAY]. This may not work depending on the disc and the
play position. [DVD-VR] This does not work when playing a playlist
( page 21).

Picture Menu

Picture Mode

Normal

Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in

dark scenes.

Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in

dark scenes.

Animation: Suitable for animation.

Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for powerful images.

User:

Press [ENTER] to select “Picture

Adjustment” ( below).

Picture Adjustment

Contrast: Increases the contrast between light and

dark parts of the picture.

Brightness: Brightens the picture.

Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of

horizontal lines.

Color:

Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color.

Gamma: Adjusts the brightness of dark parts.

Depth Enhancer: Reduces the rough noise in the

background to give a greater feeling

of depth.

To select suitable picture quality with your television (Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition video.)

Video Output Mode

When HDMI connection is being used and “Video Output” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab) is set to “On”
480p (progressive) 720p (progressive) 1080i (interlaced)
Select a video output with an “¢” mark. The “¢” mark shows that the video output is acceptable with your television.
Selecting a video output without an “¢” mark can result in the picture being distorted. If the picture is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL] until the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to “480p”.)
Output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals will be “480p”.

Transfer Mode

When HDMI connection is not being used and “Video Output” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab) is set to “Off”
480i (interlaced) 480p (progressive)
When you select “480p”, a confirmation screen appears. Select “Yes” only if connecting to a progressive output compatible television.
If you have chosen “480p”, “720p” or “1080i” ( above), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material.
Auto1: Detects 24 frame-per-second film content and appropriately converts it.
Auto2: Compatible with 30 frame-per-second film content in addition to 24 frame-per-second film content.
Video: Select when using Auto1 or Auto2, and the video content is distorted.

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Other Settings

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Picture Menu (Continued)

HD Picture Enhancer

This works when the HDMI connection is being used and “Video Output” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab) is set to “On”.
To sharpen the “720p” and “1080i” picture quality Off,——. 1,——.2,——.3 (sharpest picture) ^————————————J
This works when the HDMI connection is being used and “Video Output” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab) is set to “On”.

HDMI Color Space

To select suitable picture color with your television
RGB YCbCr (4:4:4) YCbCr (4:2:2)
If the setting above is not compatible with your television, it will not be displayed.
“RGB Range” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab) is available when “RGB” is selected.

Audio Menu

Dolby Pro Logic II

( page 30, Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II)

Dialogue Enhancer

To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with
the dialogue recorded in the center channel) On ,——. Off

To enjoy comfortable, analog-like sound

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Discs recorded with 48 kHz only) [WMA] [MP3] (Disc recording is other than 8 kHz,

16 kHz or 32 kHz)

Sound

[VCD] [CD]

Enhancement On ,——. Off

This may have no effect depending on the disc’s

recording.

This does not work with MP3 on DVD-RAM or

DVD-R/RW.

Display Menu

Information

[JPEG] On ,——. Off

Subtitle Position 0 to s60 (in 2 unit steps)

Subtitle Brightness Auto, 0 to s7

To select how to show images made for 4:3 aspect screens on a 16:9 aspect television

4:3 Aspect
Just Fit Zoom Manual Zoom Bit Rate Display GUI See-through GUI Brightness HDMI Status Quick OSD

Normal: Laterally stretches images. Auto: Expands 4:3 letterbox images to fill
more of the screen. Other images appear in full in the center of the screen. Shrink: Images appear in the center of the screen. Zoom: Expands to 4:3 aspect ratio. If your television has a similar feature, use it instead for a better effect.
To select the appropriate screen size to fit your television screen (Also refer to “Changing the zoom ratio” on page 18.)
To zoom in and out manually (Also refer to “Changing the zoom ratio” on page 18.)
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [DVD-A] (Motion picture part)
On ,——. Off
To make the on-screen menu transparent Off, On, Auto
To adjust the on-screen menu brightness s3 to r3
Indicates various information when connected with HDMI AV OUT terminal. ( below, Confirming HDMI information)
To display current playback condition Off, Basics, Details
After registering the item, press [RETURN] to show the QUICK OSD screen ( page 18).

Other Menu

Setup
Play as DVD-Video or
Play as DVD-Audio
Play as DVD-VR, Play as HighMAT
or Play as Data Disc

( page 25) To play DVD-Video contents of DVD-Audio Select “Play as DVD-Video”.
To use functions for data discs ( page 20) (To play JPEG or MP3 files on DVD- RAM, or to play a HighMAT disc without using the HighMAT function) Select “Play as Data Disc”.

Using on-screen menus

Confirming HDMI information

HDMI Status—–HDMI is connected.
HDMI Information Audio Stream Max Channel Video Format Color Space

PCM 2ch 480p/720p/1080i YCbCr (4:4:4)/YCbCr (4:2:2)/RGB

Connection status
Shows the output signal type. Shows the number of audio channels. ( page 23, Video Output Mode) ( above, HDMI Color Space)

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[Note] All possible types of output are displayed. The current output for “Audio Stream”, “Video Format” and “Color Space” will be underlined.
(If you select a video output without an “¢” mark in the “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu, the selected video format will not be underlined.)
24 When “Off” is selected in “Audio Output” ( page 26, “HDMI” tab), “­ ­ ­” will be displayed in “Audio Stream” and “Max Channel”.

Search

Changing the player settings

Numbered buttons

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

NAV I GATOR

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

SETUP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

, , , ENTER

1 SETUP

Show the Setup menu.
If you have not performed QUICK SETUP ( page 13), the QUICK SETUP screen appears.

2

Select

Select the tab.

ENTER

Go right

3

Select

Select the item.

ENTER

Register

4

Select

Make the settings.

Tab

Setup

Disc Video Audio HDMI Display Others

Audio Subtitle Menus
Advanced Disc Review
Ratings

English Automatic English
Intro Mode
Level 8

Item Setting

to select and press ENTER

RETURN to exit

5
The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

Underlined items are the factory settings in the following diagram.

ENTER
Register
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0 10
SETUP

Press to exit.

QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

“Disc” tab

Audio Choose the audio language.

English

French

Spanish

Original§1 Other¢¢¢¢§2

Subtitle Choose the subtitle language.
Menus Choose the language for disc menus. Changing the menu language in QUICK SETUP also changes this setting.
Advanced Disc Review ( page 23)

Automatic§3 English

English

French

French Spanish

Spanish

Other¢¢¢¢§2

Other¢¢¢¢§2

Intro Mode: Reviews each title/program. Interval Mode: Reviews not only each title/program but also each 10-minute interval within a title/program.

Ratings Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play.

Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)

8 No Limit

1 to 7

0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without rating levels.

When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown. Follow the on- screen instructions. Do not forget your password. A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating level is inserted in the unit. Enter your password and then follow the on-screen instructions.

§1 The original language designated on the disc is selected. §2 Input the appropriate code from the language code list ( page 27). §3 If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles appear in that language (if available on the disc).

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QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

“Video” tab
TV Aspect Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.

4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3) The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc).
4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3) Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

TV Type Select to suit the type of television.
Time Delay When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video.
Still Mode Specify the type of picture shown when paused.
Black Level Control Change the black level of the picture if you connected a television through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals.

16:9: Widescreen television (16:9)

Standard (Direct View TV) Projection TV

CRT Projector Plasma TV

0ms

20ms

40ms

60ms

LCD TV/Projector

80ms

100ms

Automatic Field§: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower. Frame§: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
Lighter: When connected through VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT. Darker: When connected through COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/PB/PR).

§Refer to “Frame still and field still” ( page 15, Glossary).

“Audio” tab
Dynamic Range Compression
Speaker Settings ( page 27) Set the delay time for your center and surround speakers.

Off On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low by compressing the range of the lowest sound level
and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)

Center:

0.0/1.0/2.0/3.0/4.0/5.0 ms

Surround (L/R): 0.0/5.0/10.0/15.0 ms

Changing the player settings

“HDMI” tab
RGB Range Set “HDMI Color Space” to “RGB” ( page 24, Picture Menu). Video Output (This setting is irrelevant when connected through the VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal.)
Audio Output

Standard Enhanced: When the black and white images are not distinct.
On: When connected through the HDMI AV OUT terminal. Video is output from the HDMI terminal. Video is also output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal, but only in 480p (progressive).
Off: When connected through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal. Video is not output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal, but from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal according to the setting of the “Video Output Mode” ( page 23, Picture Menu).
On: When audio output is from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (Depending on the capabilities of the connected equipment, audio output may differ from the audio settings of the main unit.)
Off: When audio output is not from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (The audio is output using the settings of the main unit.)

“Display” tab
Menu Language On-Screen Messages

English On

Français Off

Español

“Others” tab
FL Dimmer Change the brightness of the unit’s display and Jog LED.
QUICK SETUP
Re-initialize Setting Return all values in the Setup menus to the default settings.

Bright

Dim (Jog LED turns off.)

Auto: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some operations.

(Jog LED turns on when you perform some operations.)

Yes

No

Yes: The password screen is shown if “Ratings” ( page 25) is set. Please enter the same password. After “INIT” on the display disappears, turn the unit off and on again.
No

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Changing the delay time of the speakers

(Effective when playing multi-channel audio) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.

C

: Actual speaker position

L

C

R

: Ideal speaker position

ac

a b c : Primary listening distance

SW

b

LS LS

RS RS

Approximate room dimensions

1 Press [3, 4] to select the delay time box and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [3, 4] to adjust the delay time and press [ENTER].
Center delay time

L

ms C

R

0.0

Exit

Exit

SW

LS

ms 0.0

RS

Surround delay time

Circle of constant primary listening distance

If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting.

a Center speaker

Difference (Approx.) Setting

30 cm (1 foot)

1.0 ms

60 cm (2 feet)

2.0 ms

90 cm (3 feet)

3.0 ms

120 cm (4 feet)

4.0 ms

150 cm (5 feet)

5.0 ms

b Surround speaker

Difference (Approx.) Setting

150 cm (5 feet)

5.0 ms

300 cm (10 feet)

10.0 ms

450 cm (15 feet)

15.0 ms

To finish the speaker setting Press [2] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

When you change the surround speaker setting for Dolby Digital, the setting also changes for Dolby Pro Logic II. e.g., the settings for Music are the same as those for Dolby Digital.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Pro Logic II

Music

Movie

0 ms

0 ms

10 ms

5 ms

5 ms

15 ms

10 ms

10 ms

20 ms

15 ms

15 ms

25 ms

Changing the player settings

Language code list

Abkhazian: Afar: Afrikaans: Albanian: Ameharic: Arabic: Armenian: Assamese: Aymara: Azerbaijani: Bashkir: Basque: Bengali, Bangla: Bhutani: Bihari: Breton: Bulgarian: Burmese: Byelorussian: Cambodian: Catalan: Chinese: Corsican: Croatian: Czech:

6566 6565 6570 8381 6577 6582 7289 6583 6589 6590 6665 6985 6678 6890 6672 6682 6671 7789 6669 7577 6765 9072 6779 7282 6783

Danish: Dutch: English: Esperanto: Estonian: Faroese: Fiji: Finnish: French: Frisian: Galician: Georgian: German: Greek: Greenlandic: Guarani: Gujarati: Hausa: Hebrew: Hindi: Hungarian: Icelandic: Indonesian: Interlingua: Irish:

6865 7876 6978 6979 6984 7079 7074 7073 7082 7089 7176 7565 6869 6976 7576 7178 7185 7265 7387 7273 7285 7383 7378 7365 7165

Italian: Japanese: Javanese: Kannada: Kashmiri: Kazakh: Kirghiz: Korean: Kurdish: Laotian: Latin: Latvian, Lettish: Lingala: Lithuanian: Macedonian: Malagasy: Malay: Malayalam: Maltese: Maori: Marathi: Moldavian: Mongolian: Nauru: Nepali:

7384 7465 7487 7578 7583 7575 7589 7579 7585 7679 7665 7686 7678 7684 7775 7771 7783 7776 7784 7773 7782 7779 7778 7865 7869

Norwegian: Oriya: Pashto, Pushto: Persian: Polish: Portuguese: Punjabi: Quechua: Rhaeto-Romance: Romanian: Russian: Samoan: Sanskrit: Scots Gaelic: Serbian: Serbo-Croatian: Shona: Sindhi: Singhalese: Slovak: Slovenian: Somali: Spanish: Sundanese: Swahili:

7879 7982 8083 7065 8076 8084 8065 8185 8277 8279 8285 8377 8365 7168 8382 8372 8378 8368 8373 8375 8376 8379 6983 8385 8387

Swedish: Tagalog: Tajik: Tamil: Tatar: Telugu: Thai: Tibetan: Tigrinya: Tonga: Turkish: Turkmen: Twi: Ukrainian: Urdu: Uzbek: Vietnamese: Volapük: Welsh: Wolof: Xhosa: Yiddish: Yoruba: Zulu:

8386 8476 8471 8465 8484 8469 8472 6679 8473 8479 8482 8475 8487 8575 8582 8590 8673 8679 6789 8779 8872 7473 8979 9085

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Using the radio

Using the radio

FM/AM Numbered
buttons ,
ENTER

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

NAV I GATOR

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

FUNCTIONS

MEMORY SELECTOR

Selecting the preset channels
1 Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2 Press the numbered buttons to select the channel. To select a 2-digit number

e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2]

PRG DISC SFC TG

D.MIX MONO SLP

DE

Alternatively, press [X, W].

S A AC

When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, “ST” lights in the display.

ST SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM
1

If noise is excessive
When “FM” is selected

Press and hold [–FM MODE] on the main unit to

display “MONO”.

MONO

ST SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM
1

Press and hold [–FM MODE] again to cancel the mode. The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

When “AM” is selected
Press [FUNCTIONS] on the remote control. Each time you press the button: BP 2()BP 1

Manual tuning

-TUNE MODE/- FM MODE TUNING

Main unit only
1 Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

Presetting stations automatically
Main unit only
Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.
1 Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2 Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET
3 Press [X TUNING W] to tune to the lowest frequency (FM: 87.9 or 87.5, AM: 520).
4 Press and hold [MEMORY]. Release the button when “FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO” is displayed. The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. “SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio tunes to the last preset station. “ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the channels manually ( right).

2 Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

3 Press [X TUNING W] to select the frequency. To start automatic tuning, press and hold [X TUNING W] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.

Presetting the channel
Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM. 1 While listening to the radio broadcast
Press [ENTER].

2 While the frequency and “PGM” are flashing on the display

Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.

To select a 2-digit number e.g. To select 12:

DISC SFC TG

D.MIX MONO SLP

[S10] [1] [2]

Alternatively, press [X, W], and then press [ENTER].

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset to that channel.

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Using the radio

FM frequency step
Main unit only
The step is factory-set to 0.2-MHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated in 0.1-MHz steps. 1 Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM”. 2 Press and hold [SELECTOR].
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency changes and the step is changed. To return to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2.
[Note] After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be cleared. Preset them again.

Using an outdoor antenna (optional)
Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor. Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

FM outdoor antenna (Using a television antenna)
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna. The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. Rework your outdoor antenna’s 75 coaxial cable as follows.

Leave the AM loop antenna connected.
AM outdoor antenna (Using a vinyl wire)
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location.

75 coaxial cable (not included)
Antenna plug (not included)

LOOP ANT GND
LOOP

FM ANT 75

AM ANT
EXT

5 to 12 m (16 to 39 feet)

1 Remove a piece of the outer vinyl insulator.

2 Carefully pull the tabs apart to remove the cover.

10 mm (13/32z)

10 mm (13/32z)

Peel back

1

7 mm (9/32z)

2 1

3 Install the coaxial cable. Clamp the cable conductor, and wind it on so that it does not contact anything else.

4 Attach the cover.

Clamp with pliers

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Using sound effects

DVD

TV
TV VIDEO
VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX
123
CH
456 789
VOLUME
0 DISC 10
SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

+ VOLUME
, , ,

GATOR

NAV I

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

SUB WOOFER LEVEL SFC
TEST

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

PL H.BASS C.FOCUS
CH SELECT

[Note] The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect when
the Rear Music Port or headphones are used ( page 33), or depending on the type of source. You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off.

Changing the sound quality:

SFC

Sound Field Control

Enhancing the sound from the

C.FOCUS

center speaker: Center Focus

This applies to discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel. You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television.
Press [C.FOCUS].

Each time you press the button: C FOCUS ON,——.C FOCUS OFF

This does not work when Surround Music ( page 16) or Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.
This also works when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.

Enhancing the stereo sound:

PL

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5-channel surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround) from stereo sound sources, whether or not it has been specifically Dolby Surround encoded.

Press [ÎPLII].

Each time you press the button:

Movie: Movie software, recorded in Dolby Surround.

Music: Stereo sources

Off:

Cancel

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This works only in DVD/CD mode. “ÎPLII” lights when there is effect. This does not work when audio is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal. Dolby Pro Logic II is canceled when Surround Music is turned on.

To enjoy the following sound quality settings, ensure that Surround Music ( page 16) is turned off.
Press [SFC].
Each time you press the button: FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset). MOVIE: Use this mode when playing movie software. SPORT: Simulates sound to make you feel like you are at a sports event. MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo sources. HEAVY: Adds punch to rock. CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds. SOFT: For background music.

To check the current setting, press [SFC]. MOVIE, SPORT and MUSIC are not available when Dolby Pro Logic II
is on, or when play a disc recorded with a multi-channel source. You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best
surround effect ( page 31, Speaker level adjustments).

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Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS

H.BASS

Adjusting the volume of each

TEST

speaker: Speaker level adjustments

You can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are not optimal. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playback source.

Press [H.BASS].

ST SRD E. HDCD
H.BASS W PGM
1

[DVD-V] [DVD-VR] H.BASS ON (factory preset),——.H.BASS OFF
When another source is selected H.BASS OFF (factory preset),——.H.BASS ON

The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play from the same type of source.

Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level

SUB WOOFER LEVEL

You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playback source.
Press [SUB WOOFER LEVEL]. [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] SUB W 4 (factory preset)§#SUB W 1#SUB W 2# SUB W 3
^————————————————————————————————}

When another source is selected
SUB W 2 (factory preset)§#SUB W 3#SUB W 4# SUB W 1
^————————————————————————————————}

To check the current setting, press [SUB WOOFER LEVEL]. The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play the
same type of source, except when Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.
§ When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, the factory presets are as follows: ­ MOVIE: SUB W 4 ­ SPORT: SUB W 2 ­ MUSIC: SUB W 1

This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects. Preparation Press [DVD].

1 While stopped and no on-screen display is shown Press [TEST] to output a test signal. To stop the test signal, press [TEST] again.

L: Front left RS: Right surround

C: Center LS: Left surround

R: Front right

There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.

2 Press [VOLUME, r] or [s] to set the volume level normally used for listening.

3 Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker level for each speaker. Adjust the speaker levels to the same level as the front speakers.
C, RS, LS: `6 dB to i6 dB

To adjust speaker level during play
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when Dolby Pro Logic II or Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, and Surround Music is off.)
1 Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker.
L #C #R #RS #LS #SW
^—————————————————-} SW: Subwoofer
You can adjust SW only if the disc includes a subwoofer channel.
“SW” does not appear on the display and is not adjustable when “ÎPLII” is lit.
“S” appears on the display when “MOVIE”, “SPORT” or “MUSIC” is selected with Sound Field Control ( page 30). In this case, you can adjust both surround speaker levels at the same time using [3, 4].
S: 6 dB to i6 dB 2 Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker level for each speaker. C, RS, LS, SW:6 dB to i6 dB (L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
To adjust the balance of the front speakers, while “L” or “R” is selected, press [2, 1].

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Operating other equipment

Operating other equipment

TV/VIDEO TV
AUX
Numbered buttons

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

+, TV VOLUME
CH

NAV I GATOR

D I RECT MENU

FUNCTIONS

TOP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

Operating the television
You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment referring to “Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection” ( page 11). [Note] The remote control may not work properly with some models.
Aim the remote control at the television.
Turning the television on/off Press [Í TV]. Switching the television’s video input mode Press [TV/VIDEO].
Changing channels Press [W CH X]. [S10] is used to confirm channel selection on some televisions
manufactured by other companies.
Adjusting the volume Press [r, s TV VOLUME ].
To play audio from your television through your home theater system Press [AUX] to select “AUX” as the source, reduce the volume on the television to its minimum, and control the volume on the main unit.

Changing the remote control code
This remote control can also operate some other brands of televisions. You can change the code to operate your television ( below). Aim the remote control at the television. While pressing [Í TV] Press the numbered buttons to enter the 4-digit code. The remote control outputs the on/off signal. If the code is correct, the television turns on or off. If it does not, try entering another code.
[Note] Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.
Television code list

Panasonic: 0051, 0250

Fisher: 0154

GE:

0047

Gold Star: 0178, 0317, 0457

Hitachi: 0145

JVC:

0053

Magnavox: 0054

Mitsubishi: 0150

Philips: 0054

Quasar: 0051, 0250

RCA:

0047

Samsung: 0060, 0587, 0702

Sanyo: 0154

Sharp: 0093, 0165

Sony:

0000

Sylvania: 0054

Thomson: 0047

Toshiba: 0156

Zenith: 0017

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Using other useful functions

SLEEP

D I RECT MENU

TV
TV VIDEO

VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P.
AUX

123
CH
456

78 0 DISC

9 VOLUME
10

SLOW SEARCH

SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY

GROUP

QUICK OSD

SURROUND MUSIC

GATOR

NAV I

FUNCTIONS

TOP

ENTER

MENU

RETURN

PLAY LIST

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT CD MODE

SUB WOOFER SFC LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM

PL H.BASS FL DISPLAY C.FOCUS

SETUP TEST CH SELECT MUTING

MUSIC P. + VOLUME
SURROUND MUSIC
MUTING

Using headphones Main unit only
1 Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not included). Headphone plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug VOLUME
2 Adjust headphone volume with [VOLUME]. Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo. [Note] To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time.

Setting the sleep timer

SLEEP

Using the Music Port

Press [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).

SLEEP 30—-)SLEEP 60—-)SLEEP 90 ^””””” OFF(_ SLEEP120(__}

MONO SLP ST

SRD E. HDCD H.BASS W PGM
1

To cancel the timer Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”.
To confirm the remaining time Press [SLEEP] again.
To change the setting Repeat the procedure from the beginning.

The Music Port allows you to connect and enjoy music from an external device (e.g. MP3 player) through your home theater system.

Preparation To avoid distorted sound, make sure that any equalizer function of your external device is turned off.

1 Reduce the volume and connect the external device (not included). Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug

SURROUND MUSIC

VOLUME

Using other useful functions

Muting the sound

MUTING

Press [MUTING]. “MUTING” flashes on the unit’s display.
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MONO SLP ST

To cancel Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum “VOL 0”, and
then raise it to the required level. Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.

External device Reduce the volume before connecting.REAR MUSIC P.

2 Press [MUSIC P.] to select “FRONT MUSIC P.”. FRONT MUSIC P._——————————–)REAR MUSIC P.§ ^”””””””””” AUX(“”””___}

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MONO

ST SR

H

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H.B

S

W

AC

§ “REAR MUSIC P.” can be selected only if the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60) is set up with your home theater system. For details, please refer to its operating instructions.

3 Adjust the external device volume to a normal listening level, and then adjust the volume of the main unit with [VOLUME]. You can enjoy surround sound when you press [SURROUND MUSIC] on the main unit (except when “REAR MUSIC P.” is selected).

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Product information” on page 15.

Power No power.
The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.

Insert the AC power supply cord securely. The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit.

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Unresponsive or inoperable function

No response when any buttons are pressed.

This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions. The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external
factor. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power
supply cord, and then reconnect it. Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

No response when remote control Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

buttons are pressed.

The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.

Aim the remote control at the display and operate.

Cannot play DVDs.

CD Mode is on. Press [CD MODE] to turn CD Mode off.

No picture or sound.

Check the video or speaker connection.

Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the main unit. Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

You have forgotten your ratings

While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [] (Stop) on the main unit and [S10] on

password.

the remote control until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again.

Reset all the settings to Factory Preset. All settings will return to the default values.

14 —
— 12 12 13 18 6, 7, 10, 11 — —
—

Specific operation undesirable or unexpected

It takes time before play starts. [MP3]

Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the — correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal.

Folders on a data CD are not

Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer.

—

displayed correctly.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

A menu screen appears during

This is normal for Video CDs.

—

skip or search. [VCD]

Playback control menu does not Press [ STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY].

—

appear. [VCD] with playback control

Program and Random play do not These functions do not work with some DVD- Videos.

—

work. [DVD-V]

Selecting audio soundtrack “2”

Even if a second soundtrack is not recorded, two numbers are normally shown.

—

does not change the audio. [DVD-A]

Play restarts from the beginning This is normal for DVD-Audio.

—

when the soundtrack is changed.

[DVD-A]

Scenes are skipped intermittently. If you change the volume or sound effects during Advanced Disc Review, the function continues

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[DVD-VR] [DVD-V]

without the on-screen display. Cancel the function.

Subtitle

Subtitle position is wrong.

Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu)

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No subtitles.

Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Main menu)

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Subtitles overlap the closed

Clear the subtitles.

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captions.

Marker Cannot add markers.

You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM or DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs.

—

If the disc’s elapsed play time does not appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers.

—

A-B repeat

Point B is automatically set.

The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.

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Sound abnormal or improper Sound is distorted.
Effects do not work. Humming is heard during play.
No sound

Noise may occur when playing WMA. When using the HDMI output, audio may not be output from other terminals.
Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.
An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from the main unit.
There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed. Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the
number of connected devices. When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “Audio Output” in the “HDMI” tab is set to “On”.

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Menus

The Setup menu cannot be

Select “DVD/CD” as the source.

—

accessed.

Cancel Program and Random play.

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Picture abnormal or unviewable

The picture on the television is

Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video

11

not displayed correctly or disappears.

cassette recorder.

Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.

—

If you are using an indoor television antenna, change to an outdoor antenna.

—

The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.

—

Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the —

number of connected devices.

When using HDMI output, the video signal is progressive. Use other video connections if your

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television is not compatible with progressive video. If the picture is distorted or not displayed when using HDMI output, press and hold [CANCEL] until —
the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to “480p”.)

Picture size does not fit the screen.

Change “TV Aspect” in the “Video” tab.

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Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “4:3 24

Aspect” in Display Menu.

Change the Zoom setting.

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Menu is not displayed correctly. Restore the zoom ratio to “a1.00”.

18

Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”.

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Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”.

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Auto zoom function does not work Turn off television’s zoom function.

—

well.

Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment.

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Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the

—

type of disc.

Progressive video

There is ghosting when

This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be

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progressive or HDMI output is on. corrected if you use interlaced output. Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”.

(Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i”.)

Disable the HDMI AV OUT connection and use other video connections. Make the settings in the

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following order:

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1 Set “Video Output” in the “HDMI” tab to “Off”.

2 Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to

switch to “480i”.)

Pictures not in progressive output.

Select “480p” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu.

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The unit’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if “PRG” is

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displayed.

Closed captions not displayed.

When progressive or HDMI output is on, closed captions will not be displayed.

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Listening to the radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard. Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.

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“ST” flickers or does not light.

Use an outdoor antenna.

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A beat sound is heard.

Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.

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A low hum is heard during AM

Separate the antenna from other cables.

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broadcasts.

Television operation

Cannot operate the television.

Check the remote control code for the television manufacturer.

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Troubleshooting guide

Unit displays The display is dark. “NOPLAY”
“NODISC”
“F61”
“DVD U11” “ERROR” “DVD H” “DVD F” stands for a number.
“[W]” is flashing. (When using optional wireless accessory) “D.MIX” is flashing. [DVD-A] “U701” “U70” stands for a number. The actual number following “U70” will depend on the state of the main unit.

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Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” tab.

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You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

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You inserted a blank disc.

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You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.

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You have not inserted a disc; insert one.

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You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

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Check and correct the speaker cable connections. If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.

6, 7, 10

Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.

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Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

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Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H” and “F” depend on the status of the unit.

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Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply

cord, and then reconnect it.

If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person. —

There is no link between the main unit and the wireless accessory. Check that the wireless

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accessory is plugged into the AC outlet.

Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.

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Down-mixing is the process of remixing the multiple-channel audio found on some discs into two

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channels. The disc contains single-channel or multiple-channel signals which may not be reproduced authentically.

The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.

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The HDMI connection acts unusually.

­ The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.

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­ The HDMI cable is too long.

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­ The HDMI cable is damaged.

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Television displays “/” “Cannot display group xx, content xx”
“This disc may not be played in your region”
“Due to copyright protection, audio cannot be output from HDMI” [DVD-A] No on- screen display.
Main unit’s screen saver remains.

The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. You are trying to display incompatible contents. Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region number as the one on the rear panel of
this unit can be played. If you connect to equipment that does not support CPPM ( page 15, Glossary), audio from a
CPPM copy-protected DVD-Audio disc cannot be output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in the “Display” tab. When using the HDMI connection, audio/video information is continually transferred between the
main unit and the television regardless of which source has been selected on the main unit. This is normal.

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Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch

90 W per channel (4 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Surround Ch

90 W per channel (4 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Center Ch

320 W per channel (4 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Subwoofer Ch

320 W per channel (4 ), 100 Hz, 10 % THD

Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power

1000 W

FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch

60 W per channel (4 ), 120 Hz­20 kHz, 1 % THD

Surround Ch

60 W per channel (4 ), 120 Hz­20 kHz, 1 % THD

Center Ch

250 W per channel (4 ), 120 Hz­20 kHz, 1 % THD

Subwoofer Ch

250 W per channel (4 ), 45 Hz­120 Hz, 1 % THD

Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power

740 W

FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION

Preset Memory

FM 15 stations

AM/MW 15 stations

Frequency Modulation (FM)

Frequency range

87.9­107.9 MHz (200-kHz step)

87.5­108.0 MHz (100-kHz step)

Sensitivity

2.5 µV (IHF)

S/N 26 dB

2.2 µV

Antenna terminals

75 (unbalanced)

Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW)

Frequency range

520­1710 kHz (10-kHz step)

AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 1000 kHz

560 µV/m

Phone jack

Terminal

Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8z) jack

Front M.Port

Sensitivity

100 mV, 4.7 k

Terminal (Input)

Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8z) jack

DISC SECTION

Discs played [8 cm (3z) or 12 cm (5z)]

(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio)

(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, MP3§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)

(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)

(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR)

(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)

(6) iR/iRW (Video)

(7) iR DL (Video)

(8) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD§1, MP3§2, 5, WMA§3, 5,

JPEG§4, 5, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)]

§1 Conforming to IEC62107

§2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3

§3 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 L3

Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)

§4 Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files

Picture resolution: between 160k120 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub

sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and narrow

pictures may not be displayed.

§5 The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio and

picture contents and groups: 4000 audio and picture contents and

400 groups.

Pick up

Wavelength (DVD/CD)

662/785 nm

Laser power (DVD/CD)

CLASS 1/CLASS 1M

Audio output (Disc)

Number of channels

5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)

VIDEO SECTION

Component video output (480p/480i)

Y output level

1 Vp-p (75 )

PB output level

0.7 Vp-p (75 )

PR output level

0.7 Vp-p (75 )

Terminal

Pin jack (Y: green, PB: blue, PR: red) (1 system)

HDMI AV output

Terminal

19-pin type A connector, HDMI Ver.1.2a (EDID Ver.1.3)

SPEAKER SECTION
[FrontspeakersSB-FS71] Type Speaker unit(s)
1. Full range 2. Tweeter Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Cross over frequency Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [SurroundspeakersSB-FS72] Type Speaker unit(s)
Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [CenterspeakerSB-PC740] Type Speaker unit(s)
1. Full range 2. Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [SubwooferSB-W740] Type Speaker unit(s)
Woofer Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass

2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 4
6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 6 cm (23/8z) Cone type 90 W§ (Max) 81 dB/W (1.0 m) 6 kHz
82 Hz­41 kHz (j16 dB) 95 Hz­40 kHz (j10 dB) 252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm
(929/32zk447/32zk97/32z) 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs)
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 4
6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 90 W§ (Max)
80 dB/W (1.0 m) 87 Hz­25 kHz (j16 dB) 98 Hz­22 kHz (j10 dB) 252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm
(929/32zk447/32zk97/32z) 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs)
1 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 4
6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type
320 W§ (Max) 84 dB/W (1.0 m) 105 Hz­25 kHz (j16 dB) 125 Hz­22 kHz (j10 dB) 270 mmk92 mmk95.4 mm (105/8zk35/8zk33/4z) 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs)
1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 4
16 cm (61/2z) Cone type 320 W (Max)
80 dB/W (1.0 m) 32 Hz­220 Hz (j16 dB) 38 Hz­180 Hz (j10 dB) 183 mmk396 mmk267 mm
(77/32zk1519/32zk101/2z) 4 kg (8.8 lbs)

GENERAL
Power supply Power consumption Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass Operating temperature range Operating humidity range

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Main unit

140 W

430 mmk70 mmk439.2 mm

(1615/16zk23/4zk1719/64z)

Main unit 5.0 kg (11.02 Ibs)

r5 oC to r35 oC (r41 oF to r95 oF)

5 % to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Specifications

Video system Composite video output
Output level Terminal S-video output Y output level C output level Terminal

NTSC

Power consumption in standby mode

approx. 0.4 W

RQT8720

1 Vp-p (75 ) Pin jack (1 system)
1 Vp-p (75 ) NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 )

§ Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier
[Note] 1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate. 2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.

S terminal (1 system)

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Limited Warranty

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT ­ LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

Technics Audio Product Panasonic Audio & DVD Product Accessories including rechargeable batteries

One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour Ninety (90) days

In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty. This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE

FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:

Our Customer Care Centre:

Telephone #: 1-800 #: Fax #: Email link:

905-624-5505 1-800-561-5505 905-238-2360 “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca :

Link : “ServicentresTM locator” under “Customer support”

Panasonic Factory Service:
Richmond British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc. 12111 Riverside Way Richmond BC V6W 1K8 Tel: 604-278-4211 Fax: 604-278-5627

Mississauga Ontario Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga ON L4W 2T3 Tel: 905-624-8447 Fax: 905-238-2418

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

Limited Warranty

RQT8720

Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 www.panasonic.ca
C 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Printed in Malaysia
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