Panasonic SA-HT692, SA-HT720 User Manual

Operating Instructions

The illustration shows SC-HT720 for the U.S.A. and Canada.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

Region number

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

Region

Number

U.S.A., Canada and units with PX printed on

1

the outer packaging

Latin America

4

Example: [U.S.A.[and[Canada[

1 ALL 124

[U.S.A.[and[Canada[

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Panasonic has determined that

this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

§For Canada only: The word “Participant” is used in place of the word “Partner”.

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-HT720

SC-HT692

Table of contents

Getting started

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . 3

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Simple setup

STEP 1 Locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Other speaker setup options . . . . . . 5

STEP 2 Connecting speakers with the subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

STEP 3 Video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 STEP 4 Radio and system connection . . . . . 8 STEP 5 The remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 STEP 6 QUICK SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Main unit and disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Disc operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Position memory/Zoom/Audio/Subtitle/Quick replay/ Page skip/Repeat play/All group, random and program play

Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing data discs/Playing HighMATTM discs/Playing the programs/Playing a play list

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Other operations

The radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Automatic presetting/Selecting the preset channels/ Manual tuning/Optional antenna connections

Sound field and sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . .24-26

Sound Field Control/Super Surround/Center Focus/ Dolby Pro Logic II/Down-mixing/Speaker level adjustments/Subwoofer level/Custom Sound Memory

Other functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Sleep timer/Muting/Using headphones

Operating other equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Reference

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Product service/Maintenance/Glossary. . . . . . . 34 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . 35

	P PC PX	GCP	RQT7433-2P

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

[HT720]: indicates features applicable to SC-HT720 only. [HT692]: SC-HT692 only.

≥These operating instructions are applicable to models

SC-HT720 and SC-HT692.

≥Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-HT720 for U.S.A. and Canada.

≥Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

System	SC-HT720	SC-HT692
Main unit	SA-HT720	SA-HT692
Front speakers	SB-FS720	SB-FS720
Center speaker	SB-PC720	SB-PC720
Surround speakers	SB-FS520	SB-FS520
Active subwoofer	SB-WA720	SB-WA692

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,

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.

For units with PX printed on the outer packaging

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

For Latin America

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.

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.

For areas except U.S.A. and Canada

CAUTION:

The AC voltage is different according to the area.

Be sure to set the proper voltage in your area before use. (For details, please refer to page 8.)

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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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)\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype 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.

	(Back of product)
	The laser product label has not been attached to products for
(Inside of product)	the U.S.A. and Canada

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/Accessories

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 35.
For other areas: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
∏ 1 Remote control	∏ 1 AC power supply cord	∏ 1 System cable	[For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]
(EUR7722X40)	\U.S.A.\and\Canada]	(K1HA25HA0001)	∏ 1 Power plug adaptor
	(K2CB2CB00006)		(K2DA42E00001)

∏2 Remote control batteries

∏1 Video cable

(RJL1P016B15A)

∏1 Sheet of speaker-cable stickers

	∏ 5 Speaker cables
	3k4-m (13-foot) cables
\Others]	(REE1247A)
(K2CQ2CA00002)
	2k10-m (33-foot) cables
	(REE1247C)

∏ 1 AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00001)

\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

∏ 1 Antenna plug

(K2RC021B0001)

∏1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-J)

[Note]

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

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Locating

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	Simple setup	≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
		How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points.
	STEP1 Locating	≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover
		walls and windows with thick curtains.
		≥The left and right speaker pairs are the same with respect to the front and surround speakers.

1	2	3	4
FRONT	SURROUND	CENTER	SUBWOOFER
(L, R)	(L, R)
	1		2
		Setup example

1 3

4

2

Main unit

≥Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate.

≥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.

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 won’t cause vibration. Leave 10 cm (4q) at the rear for ventilation.

Caution

≥Hold the speakers by the sides. Applying pressure to the front net can damage the speaker.

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 receiving howling from 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 coloring occurs on your television

The supplied 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 television’s demagnetizing function should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers farther away from the television.

Caution

≥The main unit and supplied speakers are only to be used 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.

Other speaker setup options

∫ Attaching to a wall

1 Drive a screw (not included) into a wall.

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

≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg (22 lb.) 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.

30–35 mm (13/16q–13/8q)

‰7.5–9.4 mm (19/64q–3/8q)

8–11 mm (3/8q–7/16q)

Wall or pillar

e.g.

Front speaker

Center speaker

110 mm (411/32q)

So that the speaker fits up against the wall squarely, be sure to press the speaker cable down into the groove.

In this position, the speaker will				Move the speaker so the screw is in this position.
likely fall if moved to the left or right.

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.

Observe 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 lb.).

≥The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position.

e.g. Front speaker

			5 mm (13/64z),
			pitch 0.8 mm (1/32z)
						60 mm (223/64z)
						Speaker stand
						(not included)
Attach the stands to	Plate thickness plus 7 to 10 mm
these metal screw	(plus	9	32	25	/	64
		/	z to			z)

holes.

Other speaker setup options

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Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

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STEP2 Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

≥Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

≥The terminals of the subwoofer have high output power. Carefully connect the speaker wires.

Speaker cables	Sheet of speaker-cable stickers
≥4 m (13-foot) cables: For front and center speakers
≥10 m (33-foot) cables: For surround speakers

Speaker-cable sticker

2 FRONT (R)

1 FRONT (L)

4 SURROUND (R)

3 SURROUND (L)

SUBWOOFER	5 CENTER

Insert the wire fully.

Copper

Silver

Click!

[Note]

≥Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.

≥Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i) terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative (j) terminals. Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.

STEP3 Video connections

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

∫ Television with a VIDEO IN terminal

Television

(not included) VIDEO IN

Back of the			Video cable
	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT		(included)
main unit		(480P/480I)
	PB	Y

	S-VIDEO
	OUT
PR	VIDEO
	OUT

∫ Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal

Television

(not included) S-VIDEO IN

∫ Television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

Television

	COMPONENT	(not included)
	VIDEO IN

PR PB Y

Video cables

(not included)

COMPONENT VIDEO
	(480P/480I)
PB
PR	VIDEO
	OUT

Back of the main unit

Back of the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT			S-video cable
main unit	(480P/480I)
	PB	Y	(not included)

	S-VIDEO
	OUT
PR	VIDEO
	OUT

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.)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. 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 20).

.

To enjoy progressive video

≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)

≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

Video connections

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Radio and system connection

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STEP4 Radio and system connection

System cable AM loop antenna	FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord		Power plug adaptor
	\U.S.A.\and\Canada]	\Others]	\Areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

≥Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. ≥Optional antenna connections (‹ page 23).

	FM indoor antenna				AM loop antenna		[For[areas[except[U.S.A.[and[Canada[
					Stand the antenna up on
							Before connecting the
					its base. Place the
	Adhesive tape				antenna where the		AC power supply cord
					reception is best.		Set the voltage.
	Fix the other end of the
					Keep loose antenna
	antenna where reception is
					cable away from other		127 V 110 V 220 V-230 V 240 V
	best.
					wires and cables.	Subwoofer
				Click!			VOLT ADJ
							Use a flat-head screwdriver to turn
							the voltage selector on the back of
							the subwoofer to the appropriate
	Main unit						position for the area in which this
							system is used.
							If the power supply in your area is
		VCR TV					115 V or 120 V, please set the voltage
			LINE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT				selector as follows:
		AUX AUDIO AUDIO	PB	Y
			OUT	(480P/480I)
		IN IN					≥For 115 V: Set to 110 V.
	A LOOP	L
	AM ANT			S
	EXT	R	PR	VIDEO	1		≥For 120 V: Set to 127 V.
				OUT
		Catch up
					2		AC power supply cord
	To disconnect
	Press the catch
	and pull out.					To disconnect
							To household AC outlet
						Press the catch
					System cable	and pull out.	Catch up
	Conserving power						[For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]
	The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off						≥If the power plug will not fit your AC outlet
	(For U.S.A. and Canada: approx. 0.4 W or for units with PX printed on the						Use the power plug adaptor (included).
	outer packaging and Latin America: approx. 0.9 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.
							If it still doesn’t fit, contact an electrical parts
							distributor for assistance.

STEP5 The remote control

Remote control

Batteries

2 Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.

3

	1	≥Do not use
	R6/LR6, AA, UM-3	rechargeable type
		batteries.

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 damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove 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 sensor (‹ page 9), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

STEP6 QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

1	2	3	4		5	6
			Select
	DVD/CD	SETUP				SETUP
		SHIFT r MUTING	ENTER	RETURN	ENTER	SHIFT r MUTING
			Register
Turn on the	Select	Shows QUICK	Follow the messages and		Press to	Press to exit.
unit.	“DVD/CD”.	SETUP screen.	make the settings.		finish QUICK
					SETUP.
To change these settings later
Select “QUICK SETUP” in “Others” tab (‹ page 21).

Control reference guide

See reference pages in brackets.

Power on/off the unit.

Switch the television’s video input mode.

(29)

(12, 13)

(12)

(13, 16, 17)

(9)

(18, 29)

		AV SYSTEM			(29)	Standby/on indicator
			TV	VCR
						When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this
	TV/VIDEO	AUX	TUNER/BAND DVD/CD		Select the source	indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit
						is turned on.
					AUX (29)

DISC 1	DISC 2	DISC 3
1	2	3
DISC 4	DISC 5		CH
4	5	6
7	8	9	VOLUME
	ENTER
CANCEL	0	S10
SKIP		SLOW/SEARCH
TOP MENU			MENU
DIRECT			PLAY
NAVIGATOR			LIST
	ENTER
DISPLAY			RETURN
TV VOL			TV VOL
SUBWOOFER	SFC	C.FOCUS	MIX 2CH
LEVEL		SUPER SRND	PL
SLEEP	POSITION	ZOOM	SETUP
C.S.M	MEMORY	AUDIO	MUTING
	PAGE	CD MODE	REPEAT
FL DISPLAY	GROUP		PLAY MODE
SHIFT	TEST
	CH SELECT QUICKREPLAY SUBTITLE

TUNER/BAND (22)

DVD/CD (9)

(22, 29)

Adjust the

volume.

(13, 16, 17)

(13, 29)

Source select button [INPUT SELECTOR] (22)

DVD/CD#FM#AM#TV#VCR#AUX#Return to DVD/CD

								VOLUME	OPEN/CLOSE
									DISC EXCHANGE
INPUT	1	2	3	4	5				DISC SKIP
POWER /I SELECTOR					C.S.M PROGRESSIVE CD MODE			DOWN	UP
					5 DISC SELECTOR			TUNING
					TUNE MODE	FM MODE	MEMORY

PHONES

Remote control signal sensor

Standby/on switch [Í/I, POWER]

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.

SUBWOOFER	SFC	C.FOCUS	MIX 2CH
LEVEL		SUPER SRND	PL
(26)	(24)	(24)	(24, 25)
SLEEP	POSITION	ZOOM	SETUP
C.S.M	MEMORY	AUDIO	MUTING
(26, 27)	(14)	(14)	(20, 27)
FL DISPLAY	PAGE	CD MODE	REPEAT
	GROUP		PLAY MODE
(13)	(12, 14)	(13)	(15)

TEST			AC supply indicator [AC IN]
CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE
(25)	(14)	(14)	This indicator lights when the

To use functions labeled in orange:

unit is connected to the AC

While pressing [SHIFT], press the

mains supply.

corresponding button.

QUICK SETUP/Control reference guide

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Discs that can be played

Discs that can be played

Indication

Disc

Logo

used in

Remarks

operating

instructions

Recorded using Version 1.1 of the

≥Recorded with DVD-Video recorders, DVD-

Video Recording Format (a unified

Video cameras, personal computers, etc.

[RAM]

video recording standard).

≥Remove TYPE 2

and 4 discs from

DVD-RAM

their cartridges

before use.

Recorded using the DCF (Design

≥Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video

[JPEG]

rule for Camera File system)

recorders.

standard.

≥To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data Disc”

in Other Menu (‹ page 19).

[DVD-A]

—

DVD-Audio

[DVD-V]

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.

To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (‹ page 19)

—

DVD-Video

[DVD-V]

Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized§ on Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or

DVD-R

DVD-Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

—

Video CD

[VCD]

Conforming to IEC62107

SVCD

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)

CD

[CD]

HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as

compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.

≥During HDCD play, “HDCD” lights on the unit’s display.

[WMA]

≥This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats on

the left. Close the sessions or finalize§ the disc after recording.

[MP3]

CD-R

≥HighMAT discs

—

[JPEG]

CD-RW

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.

[CD]

To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other

[VCD]

Menu (‹ page 19).

§A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

∫ Discs that cannot be played

PAL discs (except DVD-Audio), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVD+R, iRW, DVD-RW, 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.

∫ Audio format of DVDs

This unit automatically recognizes and decodes discs with these symbols.

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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

SERIAL NUMBER

Main unit and disc caution

∫ To prevent damage

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.

∫ To clean discs

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD[ [CD]

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

[RAM] [DVD-R]

≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1, where available).

≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc.

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.

	Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216,						caution
	and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.
	This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is						disc
	protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
	intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation						and
	and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
	technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and						unit
	is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
	otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
	engineering or disassembly is prohibited.						played/Mainbe
	MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from
	Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
							can
	Windows Media, and the Windows logo
	are trademarks, or registered
	trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in						that
	the United States and/or other
	countries.						Discs
	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.
				HighMAT™ 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 Microsonics™ 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.

∫ 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, static electricity prevention liquids 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.

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