Panasonic SB-HW190, SB-HC171, SB-HF171, SA-XH170 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-XH170

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.

If you have any questions, contact: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.

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.

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

≥ 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.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers are correct as of November 2011. These may be subject to change.)

To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 23.

System SC-XH170

Main unit SA-XH170

Speaker system

Subwoofer SB-HW190

Front speakers SB-HF171

Center speaker SB-HC171

Surround speakers SB-HS171

∏ 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000702) ∏ 1 Remote control battery ∏ 1 FM indoor antenna (RSAX0002)

∏ 5 Speaker cables

∏ 1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2YY00059) ∏ 1 Sheet of speaker cable stickers

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-

type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where

they exit from the apparatus. 11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid

injury from tip-over. 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such

as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled

or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has

been dropped.

WARNING

Unit

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

– Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. – Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. – Use only the recommended accessories. – Do not remove covers. – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

Power cord

≥ Install this unit so that the power cord can be unplugged from the

socket outlet immediately if any problem occurs.

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CAUTION

Unit

≥ This unit 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 place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on

this unit.

Placement

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

Batteries

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only

with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may

cause a fire.

(REEX1266A-J: RED) (REEX1267A-J: WHITE) (REEX1268-J: GREEN) (REEX1269-J: GRAY) (REEX1270-J: BLUE)

– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in

another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,

tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

– Do not heat or expose to flame. – Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for

a long period of time with doors and windows closed. – Do not take apart or short circuit. – Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. – Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off. – Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the remote control

for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place. – When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities

or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

RETURN

VOL

STOP

VOL

INPUT

SKIP

SLOW

PAUSE

PLAY

DVD

iPod

RADIO

EXT-IN

EXIT

–REPEAT

PLAY MODE

CH SELECT

SOUND

SURROUND

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 809

1010

CANCEL

FUNCTIONS

MUTE

SKIP

–SLEEP–W.SRD

FL DISPLAY







 





 









 

























iPod

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The circled numbers indicated in this Owner’s Manual (e.g. Press [Í]1) correspond to the circled numbers in the above.

Control reference guide

Remote control

1 Turn the main unit on/off (B 8)

Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference

2 Select channels and title numbers etc. / Enter numbers

(B 9, 11)

3 Cancel (B 12) 4 Source select

[DVD]: Select disc as the source (B 11) [iPod]: Select iPod

(B 15)

[EXT-IN, RADIO]: Select the FM tuner or the external audio

source (B 9) FM # AUX # ARC # D-IN

^-----------------------------------------------}

5 Basic operations for play (B 11 ) 6 Show on-screen menu (B 13) 7 Show a disc top menu (B 11 ) 8 Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame (B 11 ) 9 Select the play mode / Set the repeat mode : Select sound mode / Turn Whisper-mode Surround on/off

(B 10, 11)

; Select surround sound effects (B 10)

Set the Sleep timer

Press and hold [jSLEEP]. 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.

< TV operations

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

= Adjust the volume of the main unit > 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. ≥ Mute is cancelled when you switch the unit to standby.

? Select radio stations manually (B 9) @ Select preset radio stations (B 9) A Exit the display B Show START menu (B 9) C Show a disc menu (B 11) D Return to previous screen (B 11 ) E Switch information on the main unit’s display (B 11 ) F Select speaker channel (B 11 )

/iPhone® as the source

(B 12)

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 (Í/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 (B 11 ) 3 Adjust the volume of the main unit 4 Power indicator

The indicator lights when this unit is turned on.

5 Disc tray 6 Connect iPod/iPhone (B 15) 7 Remote control signal sensor 8 Display (FL display)

POWER-SAVING FEATURES

The main unit is designed to conserve its power consumption and save energy.

∫ Auto FL display turn-off function

The main unit’s display is automatically turned off when the volume is adjusted to “0”. ( menu.)

∫ 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. – Disc playback is stopped/paused. – iPod/iPhone 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.)

≥When the main unit is turned back on, “POWER ON FROM

AUTO POWER DOWN MODE” appears on the main unit's display.

B 17, “FL Control” in Others

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

POWER-SAVING FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Quick Start Guide

step 1 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

step 2 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Speaker connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Radio antenna connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

step 3 AC power supply cord connection . . . . . . . . 8

step 4 Preparing the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

step 5 Easy setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Listening to a preset channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the START menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Selecting the source using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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

unit’s speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

Enjoying surround sound effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Selecting sound mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Whisper-mode Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Adjusting the speaker level during playback . . . . . . 11

Adjusting the speaker balance during playback . . .11

Playing Discs

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playing from the selected item. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Other modes of play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Other Operations

Linked operations with the TV

(VIERA Link

Setting the audio link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Easy control only with VIERA remote control . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the iPod®/iPhone®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

“HDAVI ControlTM”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Reference

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Speaker installation option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Getting StartedPlaying DiscsOther OperationsReference

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step 1 Positioning

120°

60°

Center speaker

§2

Front speaker (left)

Subwoofer

§3

Surround speaker (left)

Surround speaker (right)

Front speaker (right)

Main unit

§1

FM ANT

(75 )

Main unit (rear)

Affix this end of the antenna to a wall or pillar where the reception is best.

FM indoor antenna

(supplied)

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 (

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 (2q) of space on all sides for proper

ventilation.

§2 Place it on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can

disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.

§3 Position it 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 (11 TV.

Depending on the room layout, you may like to use all the speakers at the front (“Front layout (Alternative)”) (B 8, Easy setup).

/32q) away from the system for

/16q) from the

step 2 Connections

Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are completed.

Speaker connections

Pay attention to the type of speaker and the connector color when you place the speakers.

Main unit (rear) Connect to the terminals of the same color.

Use of the speaker cable stickers is convenient when making cable connections.

Speakers (rear)

Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation.

i: White j: Blue line

≥ Be careful not to cross (short circuit) or reverse the polarity of the

speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

Radio antenna connection

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Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

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 lifespan 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

– When adjusting the sound quality. – When turning the unit on or off.

If irregular coloring occurs on your TV

The center speaker is designed to be placed 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 demagnetizing function of the TV should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.

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from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.

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.

Audio and video connections

OUT

(ARC)

HDMI (ARC)

HDMI (ARC) AV OUT

HDMI cable

(not supplied)

Main unit (rear)

Be sure to connect to the TV’s ARC compatible terminal. (Refer to the operating instructions for the TV.)

AV IN

OPTICAL

OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

OPTICAL

OUT

(ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL

HDMI AV OUT

Optical digital audio cable

(not supplied)

Main unit (rear)

HDMI cable

(not supplied)

AUX

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

AUX

Video cable

(not supplied)

Main unit (rear)

Audio cable

(not supplied)

≥ To listen to the TV audio on the sound system, connect the optical

digital audio cable, HDMI 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. (

cable or audio cable.

below)

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 TV synchronizing with home theater operations or vice versa (B 14, Linked operations with the TV).

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≥

Use the High Speed HDMI Cable

≥ Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended

part number: RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft), 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 optical digital audio cable or HDMI

settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment (B 10). (Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this connection.)

cable, make

∫ 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.

∫ Connection without an ARC compatible TV

Alternative connection to a TV

≥ Use this video connection if the TV’s HDMI input terminal is not

available.

Getting Started

Quick Start Guide

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

Set Top Box (cable/satellite/Blu-ray Disc player, etc) connection

Use this connection when you want to output the original surround audio from your STB, etc. to this unit.

Connect the optical digital audio cable (not supplied) from the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT terminal on your STB.

≥ If the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal is already in use for the TV

audio, reconnect the TV audio to the AUX terminal using an audio cable.

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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, HDMI AV OUT OPTICAL terminal of the main unit.

or DIGITAL AUDIO IN

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step 3 AC power supply cord connection

AC IN

Main unit (rear)

AC power supply cord

(supplied)

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

R6/LR6, AA







Press in and lift up.

Replace the cover.

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

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 (B 4).

Conserving power

The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx. 0.2 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 when plugging back the main unit.

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The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with the main unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords from other equipment with the main unit.

step 4 Preparing the remote control

≥ Use alkaline or manganese batteries.

Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (B 4), avoiding obstacles. Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft)

Angle: Within approx. 20° up and down, approx. 30° to the left and right

Press [Í]1 to turn on the unit.

≥ The Easy setup screen appears automatically.

Press [3, 4]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8.

Follow the messages and make the settings with

[3, 4, 2, 1]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 (B 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 (B 7): Select “AUX”. For HDMI connection (B 7): Select “ARC”. For DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL connection (B 7): Select “DIGITAL IN”. This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”. (B 14)

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

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≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy setup” in the Setup

menu. (B 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.

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