PANASONIC SA-XH50 DVD Home Theater Sound System Instruction Manual

Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-XH50

Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “4” or “ALL”.
Example:

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.

Getting Started

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
  1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000627)
  2 Remote control batteries
  1 FM indoor antenna
  1 Video cable
  Speaker cables
●  3 short cables
●  2 long cables
  1 AC mains lead
  2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers

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.
• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
CAUTION!

• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN 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.

• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
  FRIENDLY MANNER.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.
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.

CAUTION — – LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. EDA 21 CFR/ Class II
CAUTION — – CLASS 1M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, IEC60825-1 +A2/ Class 1M
(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.

The circled numbers indicated in the operating instructions (e.g. Press [ ****]1) correspond to the circled numbers in the above.

Control reference guide
Remote control

1.  Turn the main unit on/off (   8)

2. Select channels and title numbers etc. / Enter numbers ( 9, 11)

3. Cancel ( 12)

4. Source select
   [DVD]: Select disc as the source (   11)
   [RADIO]: Select FM tuner ( 9)
   [EXT-IN]: Select external audio as the source ( 9)
   AUX → ARC → USB

5. Basic operations for play ( ****11)

6. Show on-screen menu ( **** 13)

7. Show a disc top menu ( **** 12)

8. Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame ( **** 11)

9. Select the play mode / Set the repeat mode ( **** 12, 13)

10. : Select sound mode / Select speaker channel ( **** 10, 11)

11. ; Select surround sound effects ( ** 10)
    or
    Set the Sleep timer**
    Press and hold [-SLEEP].
    While the time is shown on the main unit’s display, press
    [jSLEEP] repeatedly.
    Each time you press the button:
    SLEEP 30 → SLEEP 60 → SLEEP 90 → SLEEP120
    ↑————————– OFF (Cancel) (————————
    ● To confirm the remaining time, press and hold the button again.

12. TV operations
    Aim the remote control at the Panasonic TV and press the button.
    [TV, ****]: Turn the TV on/off
    [INPUT, AV]: Change the TV’s video input mode
    [+ VOL, -]: Adjust the TV volume
    This may not work properly with some models.

13. Adjust the volume of the main unit

14. Mute the sound
    ● “MUTE” flashes on the main unit’s display while the function is on.
    ● To cancel, press the button again or adjust the volume.
    ● Muting is cancelled when you switch the unit to standby.

15. Select radio stations manually ( **** 9)

16.  Select preset radio stations ( **** 9)

17. Exit the display

18. Show START menu ( ****9)

19. Show a disc menu ( **** 12)

20. Return to previous screen ( **** 12)

21. Switch information on the main unit’s display ( **** 12)

22. Turn Whisper-mode Surround on/off ( ****11)

Avoiding interference with other Panasonic equipment
Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning when you operate the unit using the supplied remote control.
You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.
The main unit and remote control must be set to the same mode.

1. Press [EXT-IN]4 to select “AUX”.
2. Press and hold [ OPEN/CLOSE]2 on the main unit and [2] on the remote control until the main unit’s display shows “REMOTE 2”.
3. Press and hold [OK]8 and [2] on the remote control for at least 2 seconds.

To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat the steps above by replacing [2] with [1].

Main unit

1. Standby/on switch ( ****/I)
   Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

2. Open/Close the disc tray ( **** 11)

3. Disc tray

4. Remote control signal sensor

5. Display (FL display)

6. Connect USB device ( ****15)

7. Adjust the volume of the main unit

POWER-SAVING FEATURES
The main unit is designed to conserve its power consumption and save energy.
◼ Auto power-down function
The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode after 30 minutes of inactivity. e.g.

• There is no audio signal from an external device.
• Media playback is stopped/paused.
• The disc menu is displayed and play is not selected. (This function may not work depending on the application type of discs.)

Quick Start Guide

step 1 Positioning
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.
Note the following points:

• Place speakers on flat secure bases.
• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for proper ventilation.
• Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
• For optional wall mount, refer to page 19.

Setup example (“Surround layout (Recommended)”: Standard surround placement) Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate.

1 Position with at least 5 cm of space on all sides for proper ventilation.
2 Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
3 Place to the right or left of the TV, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm from the TV.
Depending on the room layout, you may like to use all the speakers at the front (“Front layout (Alternative)”) ( 8, Easy setup).

Notes on speaker use

• Use only supplied speakers
  Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected.

• 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.

If irregular colouring occurs on your TV
The center speaker is designed to be used close to a TV, but the picture may be affected on some TVs and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.
The demagnetising function of the TV should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.
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 sudden change in performance.
• Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.

Caution
Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.

step 2 Connections
Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.
Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are completed.

1. Speaker connections
   Cable type| Speakers| A| B
   ---|---|---|---
   (Attached to subwoofer)| Subwoofer| 6| SUBWOOFER / ENCEINTE D’EXTRÊMES- GRAVES
   Short| Center speaker| 5| CENTER / CENTRE
   Front speaker (R)| 2| FRONT / AVANT
   Front speaker (L)| 1
   Long| Surround speaker (R)| 4| SURROUND / AMBIOPHONIE
   Surround speaker (L)| 3

Use of the speaker cable stickers is convenient when making cable connections.
e.g., Front speaker (L)Verify the type of speaker with the label on the speaker before connecting the appropriate cable. Connect the speaker cables to the appropriate speakers by referring to the above table.
Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation.
Be careful not to cross (short circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.
+: White
-: Blue line

2. Radio antenna connections
   Using an indoor antenna Using an outdoor antenna
   Use outdoor antenna 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.

3. Audio and video connections
   ● To listen to the TV audio on the sound system, connect the HDMI cable or audio cable.
   Refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices for the settings necessary to output the audio.
   Only when connecting to an ARC compatible TV.
   Refer to “Connection with an ARC compatible TV” for details. ( right)

Recommended connection to a TV

This connection provides the best picture and audio quality.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, you can operate your TVsynchronising with home theater operations or vice versa ( **** 14, Linked operations with the TV).

• Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

• Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

• It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
  RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.

•  Do not make the video connections through the VCR.
  Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.

• After connecting with the HDMI cable, make settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment ( ****10).
  (Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this connection.)

◼ Connection with an ARC compatible TV
What is ARC?
ARC is an abbreviation of Audio Return Channel, also known as HDMI
ARC. It refers to one of the HDMI functions. If the TV is ARC compatible, audio from the TV can be sent to this unit via the HDMI cable without the need to make an extra audio connection.

• Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.

◼ Connection without an ARC compatible TV Alternative connection to a TV

If you have various sound sources (such as Blu-ray Disc player, DVD recorder, VCR, etc.), connect them to the available inputs on the TV and the TV output should then be connected to the AUX or HDMI AV OUT terminal of the main unit.

step 3 AC mains lead connection

Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx. 0.8 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.
You will need to reset some memory items when plugging back the mainunit.

The supplied AC mains lead is for use with the main unit only.
Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with the main unit.

step 4 Preparing the remote control
Batteries

CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Do not:

• mix old and new batteries.
• use different types of batteries at the same time.
• 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.

Use
Aim at the remote control signal sensor ( ****4), avoiding obstacles.
Distance: Within approx. 7 m
Angle: Within approx. 20° up and down, approx. 30° to the left and right

step 5 Easy setup
The Easy setup screen assists you in making necessary settings.
Preparation
Turn on your TV and select the appropriate video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit.

• To change your TV’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.
• This remote control can perform some basic TV operations ( ****4).

1. Press [Í]1 to turn on the unit.
   ● The Easy setup screen appears automatically.

2. Press [ ]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8.

3. Follow the messages and make the settings with [ ]8 and [OK]8.
   ● Language
   Select the language used on menu screen.
   ● TV aspect
   Select the aspect to suit your TV.
   ● Speaker layout
   Select “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode or “Front layout (Alternative)” mode according to your speaker layout ( 6, Positioning).
   ● Speaker check
   Listen to speaker output to confirm speaker connections.
   ● Speaker output
   Make surround sound setting for speaker output.
   ● TV audio
   Select the audio input connection from your TV.
   For AUX connection ( 7): Select “AUX”.
   For HDMI connection ( 7): Select “ARC”.
   This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”. ( 14)

4. Press [OK]8 to finish the “Easy setup”.

• You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy setup” in the Setup menu. ( **** 17)
• If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 3 or later” compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language and TV aspect information will be retrieved via VIERA Link.
• If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 2” compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language information will be retrieved via VIERA Link.

Presetting stations automatically
Up to 30 stations can be set.

1. Press [RADIO]4 to select “FM”.

2. Press [MENU]C.
   Each time you press the button:
   LOWEST (factory preset):
   To begin auto preset with the lowest frequency.
   CURRENT:
   To begin auto preset with the current frequency.
   To change the frequency, refer to “Manual tuning” ( **** below).

3. Press and hold [OK]8.
   Release the button when “FM AUTO” is displayed.
   The tuner starts to preset 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 auto presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the stations manually ( ****below).

Listening/confirming the preset channels

1. Press [RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2. Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
   ●  To select a 2-digit number
   e.g. 12: [≧ 10]2→  [1]→ [2] Alternatively, press [V , ]16.
   ● The FM setting is also shown on the TV display.

If noise is excessive
Press and hold [PLAY MODE]9 to display “MONO”.
To cancel the mode, press and hold the button again until “AUTO ST” is displayed.
● The mode is also cancelled when you change the frequency.

Manual tuning

1. Press [RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2. Press [SEARCH , SEARCH ]? to select the frequency.
   ≥ To start auto tuning, press and hold [SEARCH , SEARCH ]16 until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stopwhen a station is found.

Presetting stations manually

Up to 30 stations can be set.

1. While listening to the radio broadcast Press [OK]8.
2. While the frequency is flashing on the display
   Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
   ● To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [≧ 10]2 → [1] → [2] Alternatively, press [ ]16, and then press [OK]8.

A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in the same channel preset.

Using the START menu

You can select desired source, change the settings, access playback/ menus, etc., by using the START menu.

1. Press [START]B to show the START menu.
   ● When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, the TV also turns on when the START menu is displayed.

2. Press [ ]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.
   ● To exit, press [START]18.

3. Press [ ]8 to make the setting and press [OK]8.

When “Input Selection” is selected
You can select a desired source from the menu.
● DVD/CD ( 11), FM RADIO ( left), AUX ( below), ARC ( below), USB ( 15)
“(TV)” will appear beside “AUX” or “ARC”, indicating the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( 14).
When “Setup” is selected
You can change the settings for this unit. ( **15)
Other selectable items**
The items that are displayed will vary depending on the media and source.
When a disc is loaded or an USB device is connected, you can also access playback or menus from the START menu. e.g. [DVD-V] When the on-screen control panel appears e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu) You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.

Selecting the source using the remote control

AUX: For audio input through the AUX terminal.
ARC: For audio input through the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
USB: ( **** 15)

Confirm the audio connection to the AUX or HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit when you select the corresponding sources ( ****7). Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the volume of the main unit.

Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this unit’s speakers

Preparation

• Make sure that there is an audio connection between this unit and the
  TV or other device. ( **** 7)

• Turn on the TV or/and other device.

Press [EXT-IN]4 to choose the source that is used to connect this unit to the TV or other device.

• To change the surround sound effects and sound mode, refer to “Enjoying sound effects from all speakers” ( **** right).
• If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, refer to “Linked operations with the TV” ( **** 14) for other related functions.

Making settings for digital audio input
Select to suit the type of audio from the HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit.

• Underlined items are the factory presets.

Available settings

Mode| Setting
DUAL:| (Only works with Dolby Dual Mono)
– MAIN+SAP (stereo audio)
–MAIN
–SAP
“SAP” = Secondary Audio Program
≥ Set PCM FIX mode to “OFF” to listen to the “MAIN” or “SAP” audio.
DRC: (Dynamic Range Compression)| –ON
Adjust 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)
–OFF
The full dynamic range of the signal is reproduced.
PCM FIX:| – ON
Select when receiving only PCM signals.
–OFF
Select when receiving Dolby Digital and PCM signals.
≥ When receiving true 5.1-channel surround sound, select “OFF”.

1. Press [EXT-IN]4 several times to select “ARC”.
2. Press [PLAY MODE]9 and then [ ]8 to select the mode.
3. While the selected mode is displayed, press [ ]8 to select the desired setting.

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

•  The following sound effects may not be available or may have no effect with some sources.
• 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.

When changing the surround sound effect, Whisper-mode Surround or the sound modes, the setting is displayed on the TV screen if “DVD/CD” or “USB“ is the selected source during video playback.

Enjoying surround sound effects

Press [SURROUND];11.
Each time you press the button:
For “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode
STANDARD:
Sound is output as it was recorded/encoded. Speaker output varies depending on the source.
MULTI-CH:
You can enjoy sound from the front speakers, as well as the surround speakers even when playing a 2-channel sound.
MANUAL: ( ** below)
While “MANUAL” is displayed, press [ ]8 to select other surround modes.
Each time you press [ ]8:
DOLBY PLII MOVIE
Suitable for movies, or videos recorded in Dolby Surround. (except [DivX])
DOLBY PLII MUSIC
Adds 5.1-channel effects to stereo sources. (except [DivX])
S.SRD (Super Surround)
You can enjoy sound from all speakers with stereo sources.
STEREO**
Sound will only be output to the front speakers and the subwoofer from any source.

Recommended modes to enjoy TV audio or stereo sources from all speakers:

• DOLBY PLII MOVIE
• DOLBY PLII MUSIC
• S.SRD

For “Front layout (Alternative)” mode
STANDARD:
Stereo source is output as 2.1-channel audio.
When playing surround sources, you can enjoy 5.1-channel surround-like effect even with all the speakers at the front.
STEREO :
You can play any source in stereo. Surround sound effect is unavailable.
A.SRD (Advanced Surround):
You can enjoy surround effect with any audio source.
When the signal is Dolby Digital, “/DOLBY DIGITAL” will also be displayed.
  Selected mode in “Speaker layout” ( **** 8, Easy setup).

Selecting sound mode

1. Press [SOUND]: to select a sound mode.
   Each time you press the button:
   EQ: Equaliser
   SUBW LVL: Subwoofer Level
   C.FOCUS: Center Focus (Only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” ( **** 8, Easy setup).)

2. While the selected mode is displayed, press [ ]8 to make the settings.
   Refer to the following for setting details of each sound effect.

EQ (Equaliser)
You can select sound quality settings.
Each time you press [ ]8:
FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added).
HEAVY: Adds punch to rock.
CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds.
SOFT: For background music.
SUBW LVL (Subwoofer level)
You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selectthe most suitable setting according to the type of playback source.
LEVEL 1 ,# LEVEL 2 ,# LEVEL 3 ,# LEVEL 4

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

C.FOCUS (Center Focus)
(Effective when playing audio containing the center channel sound or when DOLBY PLII ( 10) is selected.)
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the TV.
ON ,←→ OFF

Whisper-mode Surround
You can enhance the audio effect for low volume 5.1-channel sound.
(Convenient for late night viewing.)
Press [W.SRD]F.
Each time you press the button:
ON ,←→ OFF

Adjusting the speaker level during playback
Only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” ( 8, Easy setup)
(Effective when playing 5.1-channel sound or when DOLBY PLII/“S.SRD” ( 10) is selected.)

1. Press and hold [–CH SELECT]: to select the speaker.
   While the speaker channel is displayed, press [–CH SELECT]:.
   e.g. L→ C → R → RS → LS → SW
   ● You can adjust SW (Subwoofer) only if the disc includes a subwoofer channel.
   ●  When “S” appears, only the surround speaker channel can be adjusted. Both surround speaker levels will be adjusted at the same time.

2. While “C”, “RS”, “LS”, “SW” or “S” is selected
   Press [3]8 (increase) or [4]8 (decrease) to adjust thspeaker level for each speaker. C, RS, LS, SW, S: `6dB to i6dB (L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.) ( below)

Adjusting the speaker balance during playback mode:
Front speaker balance
For “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode:
Front and surround speaker balance mode
For “Front layout (Alternative)”

1. Press and hold [–CH SELECT]10 to select “L” or “R”.
   While “L” or “R” is selected

2. Press [ ]8 to adjust the speaker balance.
   Selected mode in “Speaker layout” ( **** 8, Easy setup).

Basic play
Preparation
To display the picture, turn on your TV and change its video input mode(e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit.

1. Press [ ****]1 to turn on the unit.

2. Press [DVD]4 to select “DVD/CD”.

3. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE]2 to open the disc tray

4. Load the disc.
   ● Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.

5. Press [▶ PLAY]5 to start play.
   ● Press [+, VOL,-]13 to adjust the volume.

• When you press [< OPEN/CLOSE]2 to close the disc tray, this unit automatically starts playing the disc in the tray. [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX] – Only the contents in the current group will be played.
  – If there are MP3, JPEG and DivX contents in the current group, only one content type will be played. (Priority: MP3 → JPEG → DivX) You can select an item of your desired content type to start play. ( ****12, Using navigation menu)

• DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED.
  Press [◼ STOP]5 when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your TV screen.

• Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.

Playing Discs

Basic controls

One touch play: [▶ PLAY]5
(during standby mode)
The main unit automatically turns on and starts playing the disc in the tray.
Stop: [◼ STOP]5
The position is memorised while “RESUME” is on the main unit’s display.
[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] [DivX] This unit can memorise the resume position for the last 5 discs.

• Press [▶ PLAY]5 to resume.
• Press [◼ STOP]5 again to clear the position.

Pause: [ll PAUSE]5

• Press [▶ PLAY]5 to restart play.

Skip: [SKIP ,SKIP ]5

Search: [SEARCH , SEARCH ]5 (during play)
Slow-motion: [SEARCH , SEARCH ]5 (during pause)

• Search: Up to 4 steps
  Slow-motion: Up to 3 steps

• Press [▶ PLAY]5 to start normal play.

• [VCD] [DivX] Slow-motion: Forward direction only.

Frame-by-frame (during pause)
[DVD-V] : []8
[DVD-V] [VCD] [DivX] : [; PAUSE]5 (forward direction only)

On-screen item select: [ OK]8
[ ]8: Select [OK]8: Confirm
Enter number: Numbered buttons
[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [≧10]2 [1] [2] [DVD-V] Show a disc top menu: [TOP MENU]7
[DVD-V] Show a disc menu: [MENU]19
Return to previous screen: [RETURN]20
[VCD] (with playback control)
Show a disc menu: [RETURN]20
Turn PBC function on/off: [MENU]19
Main unit display: [FL DISPLAY]E
[DVD-V] [MP3] [DivX] Time display ,←→. Information display
[JPEG] SLIDE,←→.Contents number

Playing from the selected item

Using navigation menu
[CD] [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]
You can select to play from your desired item while the navigation menu screen is displayed.
e.g. Data disc

Group (Folder):
Content (File/Track):
: MP3/CD-DA
: JPEG
: DivX®Press [ ]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.

• Press [ ]8 to skip page by page.

Play starts from the selected content.
[MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]

• To return to the previous folder, press [RETURN]D. You can also do  this by selecting “ ” in the menu.
• Maximum: 16 characters for file/folder name.
• Only the contents in the current group will be played.
• If there are MP3, JPEG and DivX contents in the current group, play will be based on the selected content type.’

Selecting the picture in Thumbnail menu [JPEG]

1. While the picture is displayed, press [TOP MENU]7 to show the thumbnail menu. e.g.
2. Press [ ]8 to select a picture and press [OK]8.
   ● Press [SKIP:, SKIP 9]5 to skip page by page.

◼ Rotating a picture
While a picture is displayed, press [ ]8 to rotate the picture.

Other modes of play

Program and Random play
[CD] [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]
Preparation
While stopped, press [PLAY MODE]9 to select the play mode.
Each time you press the button:
[CD] [MP3] Music Program menu
[JPEG] Picture Program menu
[DivX] Video Program menu
RND (Random) menu
Exit program and random menus

Program play (up to 30 items)

1. Press [ ]8 to select an item and press [OK]8. e.g. [MP3]● When a content is selected, it will be programmed.
   ● Repeat this step to program other items.
   ●  [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX] To return to the previous folder, press
   [RETURN]D. You can also do this by selecting “ ” in the menu.

2. Press [▶ PLAY]5 to start play.

To clear the selected program

1. Press [▶]8 and then press [ ]8 to select the program.
2. Press [CANCEL]3.

To clear the whole program
Press [▶]8 several times to select “Clear All”, and then press [OK]8.
The whole program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

Random play
[CD] All tracks will be played in random order.
[MP3] [JPEG] [DivX] The MP3/JPEG/DivX contents of the selected group will be played in random order.

1. [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX] Press [3, 4]8 to select the desired group and press [OK]8.
   e.g. [MP3]● To return to the previous folder, press [RETURN]D. You can also do this by selecting “ ” in the menu.

2. [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX] Press [ ]8 to select the desired content and press [OK]8.
    If there are MP3, JPEG and DivX contents, random play will be based on the selected content type.
   Press [▶ PLAY]5 to start play.

Repeat play
This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.
During play, press and hold [–REPEAT]9, to show the repeat mode.
While the repeat mode is displayed, press [–REPEAT]9 to select the item to be repeated.
e.g. [DVD-V]

To cancel, select “Off”.
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc and playback mode.

Random mode will be cleared when you change the repeat mode.

Using on-screen menus

1. Press [FUNCTIONS]6 to show the on-screen menu.
   Each time you press the button:
   Menu 1 (Disc)
   Menu 2 (Video)
   Menu 3 (Audio)
   Exit

2. Press [ ]8 to select the item and press [OK]8.

3. Press [3, 4]8 to make the settings and press [OK]8.

This does not work during HD JPEG playback ( 16, HD JPEG Mode [JPEG])
Items shown will vary depending on the type of disc.
Menu 1 (Disc)
Track Search, Title Search, Content Search, Chapter Search
To start from a specific item
e.g. [DVD-V]: T2 C5
To select 12: [≧ 10]2 [1] [2] [OK]8

Audio
[DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple soundtracks)
To select audio soundtrack
[VCD] To select “L”, “R”, “L+R” or “L R”
Actual operations depend on the disc. Read the disc’s instructions for details.
Signal type/data
LPCM/ D/DTS /MP3/MPEG: Signal type
  During playback of DTS source, there will be no sound from the speakers.
● [DivX] It may take some time for play to start if you change the audio on a DivX video disc.

Play Speed

[DVD-V]
To change play speed
– from “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1-unit steps)

• Press [▶ PLAY]5 to return to normal play.

• After you change the speed
  – Dolby Pro Logic II has no effect.
  – Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo.
  – Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz.

• This function may not work depending on the disc’s recording.

Repeat Mode

( **** left, Repeat play)
A-B Repeat (To repeat a specified section)
Except [JPEG] [DivX] Press [OK]8 at the starting and ending points.

• Select “Off” to cancel.

Subtitle

[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles)
To select subtitle language

• On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that arenot displayed.

Angle
[DVD-V] (with multiple angles)
To select a video angle

Menu 2 (Video)
Transfer Mode

To select the method of conversion for video output to suit the type of material
Auto, Video

• When the content is distorted, select “Video”.
• This may have no effect with some sources.
• The setting will return to “Auto” when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

Zoom
To select zoom
Normal, 1, 2, 3
Menu 3 (Audio)
Dialogue Enhancer

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

Other Operations

Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control TM ”)

What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

Preparation

• Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made ( **** 7).

1. Set “VIERA Link” to “On” ( **** 16).
   (The default setting is “On”.)

2. Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV).

3. Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and select this unit’s input channel on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI Control” function will work properly.

Whenever the connection or settings are changed, repeat this  procedure and reconfirm the points in “Setting the audio link”( ****below).

Setting the audio link

◼ Setting the audio link with the TV

Select “AUX” or “ARC” 1 for TV audio link.
Refer to TV audio setting in Easy setup ( 8) or “TV Audio” in HDMI menu ( 16).
Confirm the TV audio connection to the AUX terminal (for “AUX”) or HDMIAV OUT terminal (for “ARC” 1 ) on the main unit ( **** 7).

• VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added.
  As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

• This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
  “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2010) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

• Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

Auto lip-sync

(For “HDAVI Control 3 or later”)
This function automatically provides synchronised audio and video output. (This works only when the source is “DVD/CD”, “USB”, “AUX” 2 or “ARC” 1, 2 .)

• When using “DVD/CD” or “USB” as the source, set “Time Delay” in Video menu to “0ms/Auto” ( 16).

One touch play

You can turn the main unit and the TV on, and start playing a disc with a single press of a button.
During standby mode, press [▶ PLAY]5 to start disc playback.
This unit’s speakers will be automatically activated ( right).

Playback may not be immediately displayed on the TV. If you miss the beginning portion of playback, press [SKIP:] or [SEARCH ]5 to go back to where playback started.

Auto input switching (Power on link)

When the following operations are performed, the TV will automatically switch the input channel and display the corresponding action.
Additionally when the TV is off, the TV will automatically turn on:
– When play starts on the unit
– When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., START menu)

• When you switch the TV input to TV tuner mode, this unit will automatically switch to “AUX” 2 or “ARC” 1, 2 .
• When you start disc play, the TV will automatically switch its input mode for this unit.

Power off link
All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control”, including this unit, automatically turn off when you switch the TV off.
To continue audio playback even when the TV is turned off, select “Video” ( **** 16, “Power Off Link” in HDMI menu).

When you press [ ****]1, only this unit turns off. Other connected equipment compatible with VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” stays on.
For details, refer also to the operating instructions for your TV.

Speaker selection
You can select whether audio will output from this unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.

Home Cinema

This unit’s speakers are active.

• When you turn on this unit, this unit’s speakers will be automatically activated.

• When this unit is in standby mode, changing the TV speakers to this unit’s speakers in the TV menu will automatically turn this unit on and select “AUX” 1 or “ARC” ‘1 2 as the source.

• The TV speakers are automatically muted.

• You can control the volume setting using the volume or mute button on the TV’s remote control. (The volume level is displayed on the main unit’s display.)

• To cancel muting, you can also use this unit’s remote control ( ****4).

• If you turn off this unit, TV speakers will be automatically activated.
  TV
  TV speakers are active.

• The volume of this unit is set to “O”.
  — This function works only when “DVD/CD”, “USB”, “AUX’”*?, or “ARC’” 1.2 is selected as the source on this unit.

• Audio output is 2-channel audio.

When switching between this unit speakers and TV speakers, the TV screen may go blank for several seconds.

1 The selection works only when using an ARC compatible TV.
2 “AUX” or “ARC” works depending on the TV audio setting ( **** left, Setting the audio link with the TV).

Easy control only with VIERA remote control
(For “HDAVI Control 2 or later”)
You can control the playback menus of this unit with the TV’s remotcontrol. When operating the TV’s remote control, refer to the below illustration for operation buttons.

1. Select this unit’s operation menu by using the TV menu settings.
   (For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.)
   The START menu will be shown.
   e.g. [DVD-V] ● The START menu can also be shown by using a button on the TV’s remote control (e.g. [OPTION]).
   – When “DVD/CD” or “USB” is selected as the source, the TV’s remote control works only during stop mode.

2. Select the desired item on the START menu ( ****9).
   When the on-screen control panel appears e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu.)

You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.

• The on-screen control panel can also be shown by using a button on the TV’s remote control (e.g. [OPTION]).

– This works only during “DVD/CD” or “USB” playback and resume modes.

• Depending on the menu, some button operations cannot be performed fromthe TV’s remote control.
• You cannot input numbers with the numbered buttons on the TV’s remote control ([0] to [9]). Use this unit’s remote control to select the play list etc.

Playing from an USB device

You can connect and play tracks or files from USB mass storage class devices ( **** 18).
Devices which are defined as USB mass storage class:
– USB devices that support bulk only transfer.
Preparation

• Before connecting any USB mass storage device to the unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up.
• It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The USB device connected using the cable will not be recognised by this unit.

1. Connect the USB device (not supplied) to the USB port ( 6).
2. When you press [EXT-IN]4 to select “USB”, this unit automatically starts playing the contents in the USB device.

• To playback a selected item, press [◼ STOP]5 and refer to “Playing from the selected item” ( ****12).

• For other operating functions, they are similar to those described in “Playing Discs” ( **** 11 to 13).

• Maximum: 189 folders (excluding Root folder), 1900 files, 16 characters for file/folder name.

• Only one memory card will be selected when connecting a multiport USB card reader. Typically the first memory card inserted.

Reference

Changing the player settings

1. Press [DVD]4 to select “DVD/CD”.
2. Press [START]B to show the START menu.
3. Press [ ]8 to select “Setup” and press [OK]8.
4. Press [ ]8 to select menu and press [OK]8.
5. Press [ ]8 to select the item and press [OK]8.
6. Press [ ]8 to make the settings and press [OK]8.

• To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN]D.
• To exit the screen, press [START]18.
• The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
• Underlined items are the factory settings in the following menus.

Language menu

Display
Choose the language for the on-screen messages.

Audio
Choose the audio language.

Subtitle
Choose the subtitle language.

DVD Menu
Choose the language for disc menus.

Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes you make here.
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default language is played. There are discs where you can only switch the language from the menu screen ( **** 12).

Video menu
TV Aspect
Choose the setting to suit your TV.

• 16:9: Widescreen TV (16:9)

• 4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect TV (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 TV (4:3) Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

Time Delay
When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video.

•  0ms/Auto
• 20ms
• 40ms
• 60ms
•  80ms
• 100ms

When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or later” compatible TV ( 14), select “0ms/Auto”. Audio and video will automatically be set in sync.

TV System
Choose the appropriate output source when connecting to a TV ( 18, Video systems).

• NTSC: When connected to an NTSC TV.
• PAL: When connected to a PAL TV.
• Auto: Selects the original output source when playing PAL or NTSC discs.

Video Resolution
This works only when the HDMI connection is being used.
Select suitable picture quality with your TV.
(Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition video.)

•  Auto
• 480i/576i
• 480p/576p
• 720p
• 1080i
• 1080p

Ensure that your TV can support the resolution that you choose.
If a message screen appears, confirm your selection by pressing [◀,▶]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8. If the picture is distorted, wafor 15 seconds or press [◀,▶]8 to select “No”. To accept the setting, select “Yes” again.

HD JPEG Mode [JPEG]
(This works only when using HDMI connection with “Video Resolution” ( **** above) set to “Auto”, “720p”, “1080i” or “1080p”.)

• On: HD JPEG playback is available. (JPEG images will be displayed in original resolution.)
• Off
  During HD JPEG playback, there will be no on-screen menus ( **** 13) and on- screen displays.

Audio menu
Select to suit the type of equipment you connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
Select “Bitstream” when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital form of 5.1-channel data). Otherwise, select “PCM”.
(If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a decoder, high levels of noise can be output and may damage your speakers and hearing.)

Digital Output

• Bitstream
• PCM

When audio output is from HDMI AV OUT terminal, and the connected equipment does not support the item selected, the actual output will depend on the performance of this connected equipment.

Dynamic Range

• On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
• Off

Speaker Settings
Select the delay time of the speakers.
(Effective only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker layout” ( **** 8, Easy setup).)
(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.If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting.

• C Delay (Center Delay):
  0ms, 1ms, 2ms, 3ms, 4ms, 5ms
  Select the delay time for your center speaker.

• LS/RS Delay (Left Surround/Right Surround Delay):
  0ms, 5ms, 10ms, 15ms
  Select the delay time for your surround speakers.

• Test Tone:
  Use the test tone to listen to the speaker output to confirm speaker connections.

Test tone will be output to each channel in the following order.
Left, Center, Right, Surround Right, Surround Left, Subwoofer To stop the test tone, press [RETURN]20.

HDMI menu
VIERA Link

• On: The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function is available ( **** 14).
• Off

Audio Out

• 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.)

Power Off Link
Select the desired power off link setting of this unit for VIERA Link operation ( **** 14). (This works depending on the settings of the connected VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment.)

• Video/Audio: When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off automatically.
• Video: When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off except during the following conditions:
  – audio playback ([CD] [MP3])
  – radio mode
  – “AUX” or “ARC” mode (non-selected TV audio setting for VIERA Link)

TV Audio
Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link operations ( **** 14).

• AUX
• ARC

Others menu
DivX Registration [DivX] Display the unit’s registration code.
You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video-onDemand (VOD) content ( ****right).

DivX Deregistration [DivX]
Display the unit’s deregistration code.
You need this deregistration code to cancel this unit’s registration ( **** right).
This setting is only selectable after playing DivX VOD content for the first time.

Slide Show Time
Set the speed of the slideshow.

• 3 Seconds
• 5 Seconds
• 10 Seconds
• 15 Seconds

Easy setup
You can execute basic settings to optimise your home theater system. ( ****8)

FL Dimmer
Change the brightness of the unit’s display.

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

Screen Saver
This is to prevent burn marks on the TV screen.

• Off
• Wait 5 min: If there is no operation for 5 minutes, the screen saver will be shown. The TV screen will resume when you perform some operations. (This does not work during playback.)

Ratings
Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play.
Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)

• 1 to 7
• 8 No Limit

When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown.
The default password is “8888”.
Enter the 4-digit password with the numbered buttons, and press [OK]8.
You can change the default password ( **** below)
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.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Set Password
Change the password for “Ratings”.
When you change the password for the first time:
The default password is “8888”.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restore Default Settings
This returns all values in the Setup menu to the default settings except the password and ratings level.
Press [ ]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8.
Turn the unit off and on again.

DivX information

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO:
DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND:
This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play purchasedDivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies.
To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu.
Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.
Display the unit’s registration code
( **** left, “DivX Registration” in Others menu)

• After playing DivX VOD content for first time, “DivX Registration” is not selectable until this unit is deregistered.
• If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content.

Cancel the unit’s registration
Select “DivX Deregistration” ( ****left) and follow the on-screen instructions.
Use the deregistration code to cancel the registration in http://vod.divx.com.
Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times
Some DivX VOD contents can only be played a set number of times.
When you play this content, the number of times already played and initially playable number of times is displayed.

• The remaining number of plays decreases each time a programme is played.

Resume function ( **** 11, [ ◼ STOP]5) does not work.

Media that can be played
Commercial discs

[VCD]
CD| Music discs| [CD]

Recorded discs and USB devices

● MP3 format
● JPEG format
● DivX® format| [DVD-V] [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]
DVD-R DL| ● DVD-Video Format
●DivX ® format| [DVD-V] [DivX]
+ R/+ RW/+ RDL| ● iVR (iR/iRW Video
Recording) Format| [DVD-V]
CD-R/RW| ● CD-DA format
● MP3 format
● JPEG format
●  DivX ® format| [CD] [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]
USB device| ● MP3 format
● JPEG format
● DivX® format| [MP3] [JPEG] [DivX]

• Before playback, finalise the disc on the device it was recorded on.
• It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned medias in some cases due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the recording method, or how the files were created ( **** right, About MP3/ JPEG/DivX files).
• During playback of DTS source, there will be no sound from the speakers.

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.
Discs that cannot be played**
Blu-ray Discs, HD DVD, AVCHD discs, DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, DVD-VR, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, DTS Music Discs, WMA discs and Photo CD, DVD- RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Video systems
This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but the “TV System” ( **** 16) of this unit must match the system of your TV.
Depending on the PAL video on the disc, the image may not be displayed correctly on an NTSC TV.

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.
• 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.
  – Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

About MP3/JPEG/DivX files

[MP3] (Extension: “.MP3”, “.mp3”)

• Sampling frequency and compression rate:
  –8 kHz, 11.02 kHz, 12 kHz, 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz (8 kbps to 160 kbps), 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz (32 kbps to 320 kbps)

• ID3 tags: version 1, 2

[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG”, “.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, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF), or play pictures with attached audio.

[DivX] (Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI”, “.avi”)

• DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not be played properly on this unit.
• This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of 720k480 (NTSC)/720k576 (PAL).
• 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-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.

USB device

• This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.
• This unit does not support USB device charging.
• FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported.
• This unit supports USB 2.0 Full Speed.

Speaker installation option
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 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachmentmay result in damage to the wall and speakers.

1. Drive a screw (not supplied) into the wall.
2. Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).

◼  Tips
Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall.

• Leave at least 20 mm of space above the speaker and 10 mm on each side to allow enough space for fitting the speaker.

Maintenance
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 tray is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.

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 following guide do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

Power
No power.
Insert the AC mains lead securely. ( **** 8)
The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.

• The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit. ( **** 4)
• The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode after 30 minutes of inactivity. ( **** 4)

Power of this unit is turned off when the input for the TV is changed.
This is normal when using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control 4 or later”. For details please read the operating instructions for the TV.

Unit displays
The display is dark.
Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the Others menu. ( **** 17)

“NO PLAY”

• You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can. ( ****18)
• You inserted a blank disc.
• You inserted a disc that has not been finalised.

“NO DISC”

• You have not inserted a disc; insert one.
• You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly. ( **** 11)

“OVER CURRENT ERROR”
The USB device is drawing too much power. Switch to “DVD/CD” mode, remove the USB and turn the unit off.
“F61”
Check and correct the speaker cable connections. If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer. ( ** 6)
“F76”
There is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer.
“ DVD U11”
Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.
“ERROR”**
Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

“DVD H ”
“DVD F ”
stands for a number.

• Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H” and “F” depend on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.
• If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.

“U70 ”
  stands for a number. (The actual number following “U70” will depend on the state of the main unit.)

• The HDMI connection acts unusually.
  – The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
  – Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
  – The HDMI cable is too long.
  – The HDMI cable is damaged.

“REMOTE 1” or “REMOTE 2”
Match the modes on the main unit and remote control. Depending on the number being displayed (“1” or “2”), press and hold [OK]8 and the corresponding numbered button ([1] or [2]) for at least 2 seconds. ( ****4)

General operation
No response when any buttons are pressed.

• This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions. ( **** 18)
• 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 mains lead, and then reconnect it.
• Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

No response when remote control buttons are pressed.

• Check that the batteries are installed correctly. ( **** 8)
• The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. ( **** 8)
• Aim the remote control at the remote control signal sensor and operate. ( **** 4)

Other products respond to the remote control.
Change the remote control operating mode. ( ** 4)
Cannot display the START menu.**
Remove the disc and then press [START]18 again.

No picture or sound.

• Check the video or speaker connection. ( **** 6, 7)
• Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the main unit.
• Check that the disc has something recorded on it.
• During HD JPEG playback, there will be no video output from the VIDEO OUT terminal.

No on-screen menus/displays.
[JPEG] This is normal during HD JPEG playback.

You have forgotten your ratings password.

Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.
While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold
[ OPEN/CLOSE]2 on the main unit and [≧ 10]2 on the remote control until “RESET” appears on the main unit’s display. Turn the unit off and on again.
All settings will return to the default values.

Some characters are not displayed correctly.
Characters other than English alphabet and Arabic numerals may not be displayed correctly.
The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function does not respond.
Depending on the condition of this unit or the connected equipment, it may be necessary to repeat the same operation so that the function can work correctly. ( **** 14)

The setting you made in “TV Aspect” ( 15, Video menu) or “Display” ( 15, Language menu) does not work.
The settings for “TV Aspect” 1 and “Display” 2 will automatically follow the information from the TV. ( **** 8, Easy setup)
1 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or §2 later” compatible TV
2 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 2 or later” compatible TV

Disc operation
It takes time before play starts.

• 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. [MP3]

• This is normal on DivX video. [DivX]

A menu screen appears during skip or search. [VCD]
This is normal for Video CDs.
Playback control menu does not appear.
[VCD] with playback control
Press [MENU]19 to change to PBC on and then press [RETURN]20 during playback.
Play does not start.

• If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased the DivX VOD content. (Example: http://vod.divx.com) [DivX]
• If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.

No subtitles.

• Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Menu 1) ( **** 13)
• Subtitles may not be displayed depending on the disc. [DivX]

Point B is automatically set.
The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
The Setup menu cannot be accessed.
Select “DVD/CD” or “USB” as the source.

Sound
Sound is distorted.
When using the HDMI output, audio may not output from other terminals.
Effects do not work.
Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.
Humming is heard during play.
An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from the main unit.

No sound.

• There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed.
• If the input source is bitstream, set the sound setting to PCM on the external equipment.
• Audio may not be output due to how the files were created. [DivX]
• During playback of DTS source, there will be no sound from the speakers. Select a different audio source (e.g. Dolby Digital). ( ****13)

No sound from the TV.

• If the TV is not ARC compatible and only the HDMI connection is used, an extra audio connection is necessary. ( **** 7)
• Confirm the audio connection. Press [EXT-IN]4 to select the corresponding source. ( **** 7, 9)
• When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “Audio Out” in the HDMI menu is set to “On”. ( **** 16)

No sound from the surround speakers.

• When using the “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode, press [SURROUND]11 to select “MULTI-CH”. ( **** 10)
• When using the “Front layout (Alternative)” mode, press [SURROUND]11  to select “A.SRD”. ( **** 10)

Picture
The picture on the TV is not displayed correctly or disappears.

• The unit and TV are using different video systems. Use a multi-system or PAL TV.

• The system used on the disc does not match your TV.
  – Change the “TV System” settings to match your TV. ( **** 16)
  (Depending on the PAL video on the disc, the image may not be displayed correctly on an NTSC TV.)

• Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the TV, and is not connected through a VCR. ( **** 7)

• Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.

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

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

• Reduce the number of connected HDMI devices.

• When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, ensure that an incompatible video output with the connected TV is not selected. Set the “Video Resolution” in Video menu to “480p/576p”. ( **** 16)

• Video images converted to 1920k1080 resolution may look different from the true native 1080p full-HD sources. This is not a malfunction of the main unit.

Picture size does not fit the screen.

• Change “TV Aspect” in the Video menu. ( **** 15)
• Use the TV to change the aspect.
• Change the zoom setting. (“Zoom” in Menu 2) ( **** 13)
• [JPEG] This is normal during HD JPEG playback. Set “HD JPEG Mode” to “Off” if you want to perform zoom function. ( **** 16)

Menu is not displayed correctly.
Restore the zoom ratio to “Normal”. (“Zoom” in Menu 2) ( ** 13)
Display is distorted.**
[JPEG] This is normal when the display switches to/from HD JPEG playback.

USB
The USB drive or its contents cannot be read.

• The USB drive format or its contents is/are not compatible with the system. ( **** 15)
• The USB host function of this product may not work with some USB devices.
• USB devices with storage capacity of more than 32 GB may not worksome instances.

Slow operation of the USB device.
Large file size or high memory USB device takes longer time to read anddisplay on the TV.

HDMI progressive video
There is ghosting when HDMI progressive output is on.
This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “Video Resolution” in Video menu to “480i/576i”. Or, disable the HDMI connection and use the other video connection. ( ** 7, 16)
Radio**
Distorted sound or noise is heard.

• Adjust the position of the FM antenna.
• Use an outdoor antenna. ( **** 7)

A beat sound is heard.
Turn the TV off or move it away from the unit.

TV displays
“ ”
The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
“ Incorrect Disc Region”
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. ( **** Cover page)

Licenses
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation.
Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
DivX ® , DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

FM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
Preset Memory| FM 30 stations
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range| 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50-kHz step)
Antenna terminals| 75 Ω (unbalanced)
USB Port
USB standard| USB 2.0 Full Speed
Media file format support| MP3 (.mp3)
JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg)
DivX (.divx, *.avi)
USB device file system| FAT12, FAT16, FAT32
USB Port power| Max. 500 mA
Bit rate| Up to 4 Mbps (DivX)Ω

DISC SECTION
Discs played (8 cm or 12 cm)

1. DVD (DVD-Video, DivX 4,5)
2. DVD-R (DVD-Video, MP3 2,4, JPEG 3, 4, DivX 4,5)
3.  DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DivX 4,5)
4. DVD-RW (DVD-Video, MP3 2, 4, JPEG 3, 4, DivX 4, 5)
5. +R/+RW (Video)
6. +R DL (Video)
7. CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD 1, MP3 2, 4, JPEG 2, 4, DivX 4,5)
   1 Conforming to IEC62107
   2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3, MPEG-2.5 Layer 3
   3 Exif Ver 2.0 JPEG Baseline files
   Picture resolution:
   16:9 min. size 4×4, max.size (7/20 8)x (405 x8);
   4:3 min. size 4×4, max.size (720 8)x (5408)
   4 The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio, picture and video contents and groups: 1900 audio, picture and video contents and 189 groups. (Excluding Root folder)
   5 Plays DivX® video.

Pick up

Audio output (Disc)

VIDEO SECTION

Composite video output

HDMI AV output

SPEAKER SECTION

Front speakers SB-HF70

150 Hz to 22 kHz (10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)| 80 mm × 119 mm × 68 mm
Mass| 0.32 kg

Surround speakers SB-HS70

150 Hz to 22 kHz (- 10 dB)
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 80 mm × 119 mm × 68 mm
Mass| 0.32 kg

Center speaker SB-HC70

150 Hz to 22 kHz (-10 dB)
Dimensions (W×H×D)| 80 mm × 119 mm × 68 mm
Mass| 0.39 kg

Subwoofer SB-HW22

40 Hz to 200 Hz (- 10 dB)
Dimensions (W × H × D)| 153 mm × 230 mm × 233 mm
Mass| 2.1 kg

GENERAL

Power consumption in standby mode
approx. 0.8 W

1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
   Mass and dimensions are approximate.

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.

Safety precautions

Placement
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other places where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.

Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

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Web Site: http://panasonic.net
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