Panasonic SA-XR57K, SA-XR57, SA-XR57S - AV Receiver Operating Instructions Manual

P PC

RQT8549-P

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

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”.

If you have any questions contact

In the U.S.A.:1-800-211-PANA(7262)
In Canada:905-624-5505

For U.S.A. only

The warranty can be found on page 38.

For Canada only

The warranty can be found on page 39.

Operating Instructions

AV Control Receiver

Model No. SA-XR57

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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) 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.

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.

FCC Note:

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.

Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262

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

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.

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

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.

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Connections

Basic operations

Before useOperationsReference

Table of contents

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Listening caution

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.

Before use

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

...............2

Listening caution ..............................................3

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

Connections

Home Theater connections

Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player

HDMI connections for enjoying high-quality sounds

and pictures easily.......................................................5

To enjoy high-quality pictures .................................................6

To enjoy standard-quality pictures ..........................................7

To enjoy analog sounds/To enjoy high-quality
analog sounds using DVD-Audio discs

(DVD analog 6-channel connections).....................................8

To enjoy TV sounds on multi channels

/

Connection to a DVD

recorder with built-in VCR.......................................................9

Connecting speakers

Placing and connecting speakers according to their numbers

.....10

Connecting speakers designed for bi-wiring.........................11

Connecting a second pair of front speakers .........................12

Making surround speakers wireless with SH-FX50/SH-FX60

...12

Connecting antennas.........................................................12

Connecting other equipment

Connecting the unit to a cable box or satellite receiver etc./
Connecting the unit to a VCR/Connecting the unit to a CD player/
Connecting the unit to a video camera or game player etc.

..... 13

Before playback

Detecting speakers automatically ......................... 14

Confirming audio output from speakers and adjusting volumes

.. 15

Basic
operations

Enjoying Home Theater features

Basic playback.........................................................16

Digital signals that can be played on this unit/

How the unit displays audio signals......................................17

Playback options

Using SPEAKERS B/ADVANCED DUAL AMP function/Enjoying
BI-AMP sounds/Playing DVD-Audio (Enjoying DVD-Audio sources
through digital connections/Playing DVD ANALOG 6CH/Enjoying
high quality 2-channel analog sounds)

....................................18

Using HDAVI Control

Enjoying Home Theater features through one-touch

operations ...........................................................................19

Setting the unit against HDAVI Control operations...............19

Remote controlling a TV or DVD recorder etc.

Remote controlling a TV ....................................................20

Remote controlling a DVD recorder..................................20

Remote controlling a DVD player......................................21

Remote controlling a VCR .................................................22

Remote controlling a CD player ........................................22

Changing remote control codes............................................23

Enter a code to operate some equipment ............................23

Operations

Listening to sounds with surround effects

Dolby Pro Logic /NEO:6 .....................................24

SFC (Sound Field Control)......................................25

Sound effect under remote control

Adjusting Dolby Pro Logic “MUSIC ” mode further/
Adjusting NEO:6’s “MUSIC

” mode further

/

Adjusting SFC (Sound Field Control) further ........................26

Convenient functions under remote control

Adjusting the subwoofer level/Silencing speakers temporarily/

Dimming the display light (Dimmer)......................................27

Using headphones..........................................27

Sound effect/Convenient functions

Basic operation........................................................28

Adjusting the bass/Adjusting the treble/Adjusting the volume
balance/Changing the audio output (Dual program)/Adjusting

the brightness of the display/Sleep timer..............................29

Setting the receiver

Basic operation....................................................... 30

Setting speakers and their sizes/Setting distances

/

Setting bi-wiring connections/Setting the lowpass filter ........31

Changing the digital input settings

/

Setting input signals

/
Making bi-amp settings (Adjusting the balance/Correcting the

HF and LF difference)...........................................................32

Selecting the equipment connected to the HDMI input terminal/
Reducing standby power consumption (power saving standby
mode)/Setting ADVANCED DUAL AMP functions off/Listening
comfortably at low volume/Switching the attenuator/Delaying
audio output and synchronizing it with video output/Returning
settings to conditions upon factory settings (Reset function)

..33

The radio

Manual tuning .....................................................................34

Preset tuning.......................................................................35

Presetting stations/Listening to preset stations ....................35

Reducing excessive noise ....................................................35

Reference

Troubleshooting guide ...................................36

Help message..................................................37

Specifications..................................................37

Warranty (U.S.A.) ............................................38

Warranty (Canada) ......................................... 39

Maintenance.................................................... 39

Supplied accessories ..................... Back cover

Product Service .............................. Back cover

x

x

EST. 1924

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Control guide

Remote control

Batteries

• Insert so the poles (+ and –)
match those in the remote control.

• Do not use rechargeable type
batteries.

Use

Caution

• Do not place an object between the
signal sensor and the remote control.

• Do not place the signal sensor
under direct sunlight or the strong
light of an inverter fluorescent lamp.

• Keep the transmission window and
the unit’s sensor free from dust.

When you set the unit in
a cabinet

The remote controlling range may
decrease depending on the thickness
or colors of glass cabinet doors.

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RECEIVER

AV

SYSTEM

TV

RECORDER

DVD

DVD

PLAYER

ANALOG 6CH

VCRCD

TUNER

BAND

CH

VOLU ME

DIRECT TUNING

ENTER

SKIP

SLOW/SEARCH

STOP

PAU S E

PLAY

DRIVE SELECT

DVD RECORDER

CM SKIP

ENTER

SUB MENU RETURN

OFF

SUBWOOFER

TEST

TV

LEVEL

EFFECT

VOL

NEO : 6

SFC

MUSIC MOVIE

DIMMER MUTING

TV/VIDEO

DISC

Power button

For switching an input source
on and off/Source switching/
Switching remote control
modes (á pages 20 to 23)

For selecting a channel

TV (á page 20)
DVD recorder (á page 20)
VCR (á page 22)

TUNER (á page 35)
For adjusting volumes
(á page 15)

For operating other equipment
(á pages 19 to 23)

For adjusting the tone and
sound fields/Convenient
functions (á pages 26 and 27)

For listening to surround
sounds (á pages 24 and 25)

For playing DVD-Audio sources
on 6 channels (á page 18)

For inputting channels

TV (á page 20)
DVD recorder (á page 20)

VCR (á page 22)
For selecting a track or
chapter

DVD recorder (á page 20)

DVD player (á page 21)
For selecting a track

CD player (á page 22)
For inputting the station
frequency/For selecting a
channel

TUNER (á pages 34 and 35)

For adjusting speaker
volumes (á page 15)
For selecting an SFC
mode (á page 25)

For confirming audio
output from speakers
(á page 15)

For selecting tuner/
For switching FM or AM
(á page 34)

(R6/LR6, AA)

Open by pressing a lid edge.

Place this side in before the
other side when you close.

AUTO SPEAKER
DETECTOR

ADVANCED
DUAL AMP

BI-AMP

WIRELESS

READY

POWER

SPEAKERS
AB

AUTO SPEAKER

DETECTOR

MULTI CH

SURROUND

AUX

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L

A
U

DIO

IN

R

MENU
SETUP

RETURN

INPUT SELECTOR

HDMI

TUNE

Remote control signal sensor

7 meters (23 feet) (the
range varies
according to
transmission angles.)

Transmission
window

Unit and its display

AUTO SPEAKER
DETECTOR

ADVANCED
DUAL AMP

BI-AMP

WIRELESS

READY

POWER

SPEAKERS
AB

AUTO SPEAKER

DETECTOR

MULTI CH

SURROUND

AUX

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L

AU

DI
O

I
N

R

MENU
SETUP

RETURN

INPUT SELECTOR

ENTER

VOLUME

HDMI

TUNE

A B

2CH MIX

SPEAKERS

BI-WIRE

TUNED

MONO ST

SLEEP

PCM

inft

DTS 96/24DTS

-ES

DIGITAL EX

EX

M

DIGITAL INPUT

kHz
MHz

Flashes when automatic speaker detection is on (á page 14)
Lights up when advanced dual amp is on (á

page 18)

Lights up when bi-amp is on (á page 18)

Lights up when you establish HDMI connections (á page 5)

For selecting front speakers (á pages 14 to 16, 18 and 27)

For switching the
multi-channel
surround function
on and off (lights
up when the
function is on)
(

á

page 16)

For connecting
a video camera
etc. (á page 13)

For connecting a
headphone (á page 27)

For adjusting volumes (á pages 16 and 27)

For switching input sources (á page 16)
For operations in the menu or the
setup

Lights up when
2-channel mix is
functioning

Unit display

Lights up
when PCM FIX
is selected

Displays front
speakers in
use

General
display

Frequency
unit
indicators

Input signals for
digital sounds
(

á

page 17)

Lights up when the digital transceiver is in (á page 12)

Standby indicator [^]

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.

Radio display

Sleep timer
indicator

[8, 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.

For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations (á pages 34 and 35)

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Home Theater connections

HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface.

• HDMI enables you to transmit digital audio and video signals using a single cable.
You can also transmit control signals using HDMI connections (

á page 19).

• HDMI enables you to digitally transmit multi-channel sounds in DVD-Audio.

• The [HDMI] indicator stays on while you enjoy sounds and pictures through
HDMI connections.

Connection cable (All cables are sold separately)

• Make connections instructed in “To enjoy high-quality analog
sounds using DVD-Audio discs (DVD analog 6-channel
connections)” (á page 8) and perform DVD analog 6-channel
playback (á page 18) when the DVD recorder or DVD player
you connected is unable to make digital output of multi­channel sounds in DVD-Audio (e.g. HDMI Ver. 1.0 equipment).

• You can enjoy Home Theater features easily by pressing [ONE
TOUCH PLAY] on this unit’s remote control when you connect the
unit through HDMI to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recorder
(DIGA) available for HDAVI Control operations (

á page 19).

• The audio signal transmitted through HDMI takes priority
when you use both HDMI and digital terminals (á pages 6 and

7) for connection.

Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player

HDMI connections for enjoying high-quality sounds and pictures easily

Video and Audio cable

We advise you to use a cable that is
5 meters (16.4 feet) long or shorter
for HDMI connections in order to
stabilize operations and prevent
deterioration in picture quality.

HDMI Cable (It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.)
[Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m) etc.]

AUTO SPEAKER
DETECTOR

ADVANCED
DUAL AMP

BI-AMP

WIRELESS

READY

POWER

SPEAKERS

AB

AUTO SPEAKER

DETECTOR

MULTI CH

SURROUND

AUX

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L

A
U

DIO

IN

R

MENU
SETUP

RETURN

INPUT SELECTOR

ENTER

VOLUME

HDMI

TUNE

[HDMI]

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

TV

Change the choice to “DVD ” in “Selecting the
equipment connected to the HDMI input
terminal” (á page 33)

when you connect the

unit to a DVD player.

TV HDMI

(AV IN)

DVD HDMI

(AV OUT)

The unit’s rear view

DVD recorder or
DVD player

• Make additional connections
instructed on page 9 for enjoying
TV sounds on multi channels.

When this
unit is on

When this
unit is off

Video

Audio

Audio

How audio and video signals flow when you make HDMI connections

Audio and video signals travel from the DVD recorder or DVD player to the TV by way of this unit even when the unit is off (the
standby through function).

TV

This unit

DVD recorder or DVD player

TV

This unit

DVD recorder or DVD player

AudioVideo AudioVideo

AudioVideo

Speakers Speakers

Note

Control guide/Home Theater connections

Connections

Before use

• Turn off all components before making any
connections.

• Peripheral equipment sold separately unless
otherwise indicated.

• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate
operating instructions.

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Connection cable (All cables are sold separately)

• Check terminals on your TV, DVD recorder or DVD player and obtain corresponding connection cables.

• Select one and use it for connection when your TV, DVD recorder or DVD player has two or more video terminals. The component
video terminal can produce more accurate colors than the S video terminal.

See page 13 for connecting the unit to a cable box or satellite receiver.

Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player

To enjoy high-quality pictures

Video cable

S-VIDEO connection cable Video connection cable

Audio cable

Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable

Insert the cable after
making sure shapes
match.

How to connect the optical fiber
cable

• Do not sharply bend the optical
fiber cable.

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR Y YPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

YPB PR

Y

P

B

P

R

TV

The unit’s rear view

DVD player

DVD recorder

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(COAXIAL)

S-VIDEO

OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(OPTICAL)

S-VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Changing the digital input
settings

For example, you can connect
the unit to a DVD player that
makes optical output only by
performing the steps instructed
in “Changing the digital input
settings” (á page 32).

• Make additional connections instructed on page
9 for enjoying TV sounds on multi channels.

Points regarding video terminals

• The input video signal can be sent out through an output terminal of the same type only.

• The component video terminals (color-difference video terminal) outputs red (P

R), blue (PB), and luminance (Y) signals

separately. The terminals reproduces colors with greater accuracy for this reason.

Note

Home Theater connections

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Connection cable (All cables are sold separately)

See page 13 for connecting the unit to a cable box or satellite receiver.

To enjoy standard-quality pictures

Video cable

Video connection cable

Audio cable

Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable

Insert the cable after
making sure shapes
match.

How to connect the optical fiber
cable

• Do not sharply bend the optical
fiber cable.

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPBPRYYPBP

R

PBP

R

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

“Changing the digital input
settings” (á page 32)

TV

VIDEO

IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(COAXIAL)

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(OPTICAL)

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

The unit’s rear view

• Make additional connections
instructed on page 9 for enjoying
TV sounds on multi channels.

DVD recorderDVD player

Note

Home Theater connections

Connections

• Turn off all components before making any
connections.

• Peripheral equipment sold separately unless
otherwise indicated.

• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate
operating instructions.

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Connection cable (All cables are sold separately)

Make analog connections according to your equipment and preference. See pages 6 and 7 for video connections.

Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player

Video cable

Video connection cable

Audio cable

Stereo connection cable Optical fiber cable

White (L)
Red (R)

Insert the cable
after making sure
shapes match.

How to connect the optical
fiber cable

• Do not sharply bend the
optical fiber cable.

To enjoy analog sounds

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

(R) (L)

AUDIO OUT

(R) (L)

AUDIO OUT

DVD player DVD recorder

The unit’s rear view

To enjoy high-quality analog sounds using DVD-Audio discs (DVD analog 6-channel connections)

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

The unit’s rear view

DVD recorder or DVD player

(R) (L)

FRONT

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

• See page 18 for playback
instructions.

(R) (L)

SURROUND

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Make the following connections in addition to those instructed on pages 5 to 7.

• Speakers produce sounds when you make connections for either digital audio (OPTICAL) output or analog audio output. Make
connections according to your equipment and preference.

• Use the optical fiber cable for connection when your TV has the digital output terminal.

To enjoy TV sounds on multi channels

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

TV

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(OPTICAL)

AUDIO OUT

(R) (L)

The unit’s rear view

“Changing the digital input
settings” (á page 32)

Connection to a DVD recorder with built-in VCR

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

The unit’s rear view

“Changing the digital input
settings” (á page 32)

DVD recorder with
built-in VCR

DVD OUT terminals

DVD/VHS COMMON OUT terminals

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

(OPTICAL)

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

• See page 16 for playback
instructions.

(R) (L)

AUDIO OUT

Home Theater connections

Connections

• Turn off all components before making any
connections.

• Peripheral equipment sold separately unless
otherwise indicated.

• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate
operating instructions.

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The ideal placement is to set each speaker (excluding the subwoofer) the same distance away from the listening-viewing position.
Measure the actual distance from each of the connected speakers to the listening-viewing position and perform steps instructed in
“Setting distances” (á page 31) when you cannot install speakers the same distance away.

Front speakers (left , right )

Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is good coherency
between the picture and sound.

Center speaker ( )

Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the seating area.

Surround speakers (left , right )

Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area, about one meter (3 feet) higher
than ear level.

Surround back speakers (left , right /when you connect one speaker only )

Place behind the seating area, about one meter (3 feet) higher than ear level.

Subwoofer ( )

The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable distance from
the TV.

Connecting speakers

Placing and connecting speakers according to their numbers

The number of speakers

Placement

7 or 6
(including the
center speaker)

• This is a placement suited for playing 6.1-channel sources (DTS-ES and
Dolby Digital Surround EX materials).

• This placement offers 7.1/6.1-channel playback of 2-channel and

5.1-channel sources with the aid of Dolby Pro Logic , NEO: 6, and SFC
technology.

6 or 5
(excluding the
center speaker)

• This placement offers 6.1/5.1-channel playback without the center speaker.

• Sounds assigned to the center speaker are distributed to and output from
front speakers on the left and right.

5
(including the
center speaker)

• This is a placement suited for playing 5.1-channel sources (Dolby Digital
and DTS materials).

• This placement offers 5.1-channel playback of 2-channel sources with the
aid of Dolby Pro Logic , NEO: 6, and SFC technology.

4
(excluding the
center speaker)

• Sounds assigned to the center speaker come out of front speakers on the
left and right in a distributed manner when you use Dolby Pro Logic ,
NEO:6 and SFC on 2-channel sources and sources recorded on 5.1 and
more channels. Sounds assigned to surround back speakers are
distributed to and output from surround speakers on the left and right.

3
(including the
center speaker)

• Sounds assigned to surround and surround back speakers come out of
front speakers on the left and right in a distributed manner when you use
Dolby Pro Logic , NEO:6 and SFC on 2-channel sources and sources
recorded on 4.1 and more channels.

2
(excluding the
center speaker)

• This is a placement suited for playing 2-channel sources.

• Sounds assigned to all other speakers are consolidated and output from
front speakers on the left and right when you play multi-channel sources in
this arrangement.

x

x

x

x

How to connect speaker cables If using 4-mm plug

• Connect speaker cords properly to terminals after
making sure left and right, and “ ” and “ .” Improper
connections may cause the unit to develop problems.

•

Do not short-circuit speaker cords. The action may damage circuits.

Remove the vinyl
covering the tips
of speaker cords
by twisting it off.

Turn speaker terminals clockwise
and tighten them before inserting
plugs into their holes.

12

Speaker terminals

Note

( )

( )

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Do not forget to take steps instructed in “Detecting speakers automatically” (á page 14) after connecting a new speaker or making a similar change.

Speakers designed for bi-wiring have separate connection terminals for high frequency and low frequency signals.

• Bi-wiring prevents high frequency and low frequency signals from interfering with each other. It offers playback in high audio quality.

• Different amplifiers for high frequency and low frequency signals produce bi-amp stereo sounds that are clearer and higher in audio
quality when you play sources containing analog audio and 2-channel PCM signals (á page 18).

• HF and LF stand for high frequencies and low frequencies, respectively.

• Make sure to connect speakers’ HF terminals with the unit’s FRONT B terminals, and speakers’ LF terminals with the unit’s FRONT A
terminals. “Correcting the HF and LF difference” (

á

page

32) becomes unavailable when you make reverse connections.

• Make sure to select “YES ” in “Setting bi-wiring connections” (

á

page

31) when you connect the unit to speakers designed for bi-

wiring. The speakers do not produce adequate sounds unless you make this setting.

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

LF HF

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

BI-WIRE

Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Connect AC power supply cord after all other cables and cords are connected.

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

• Do not use an AC power supply cord from any other type of equipment with this unit.

• If the unit is left unplugged for longer than two weeks, all settings will revert to the factory settings. Perform the settings again if this occurs.

Speaker impedance
Front A: 6 to 8 Ω
Center: 6 to 8 Ω
Surround: 6 to 8 Ω
Surround back: 6 to 8 Ω

Front speakers

(R) (L)

Center

speaker

Surround speakers

(R) (L)

Surround back

speakers

(R) (L)

Active subwoofer

Speaker cable

The unit’s rear view

Use the terminal for the left speaker when you
connect one surround back speaker only.

Monaural connection cable

AC power
supply cord
(included)

Note

Connecting speakers designed for bi-wiring

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF

HF

VIDEO

DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

FRONT

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

HFHF

LF

LF

Speaker cable

Speaker impedance
BI-WIRE: 6 to 8 Ω

The unit’s rear view

Front speaker (L)
Rear view

Front speaker (R)
Rear view

Note

Home Theater connections

Connections

• Turn off all components before making any
connections.

• Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately
unless otherwise indicated.

• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate
operating instructions.

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Make the following connections when you wish to install a second pair of speakers in another room and enjoy music there.

• Select “SPEAKERS B” when you wish to enjoy sounds from speakers connected to the FRONT B terminals (á page 18).

• If you select SPEAKERS B only, playback is 2-channel. When a multi-channel source is played, the sounds intended for all the
speakers are played through the front left and front right speakers (2CH MIX).

You can connect left and right surround speakers wirelessly by using Panasonic SH-FX50/SH-FX60 (A set consisting of a digital transceiver and a wireless system (sold separately)) with the unit.
To use this option, insert the digital transceiver into the unit’s digital transceiver terminal and connect surround speakers to SH-FX50/SH-FX60’s
wireless system. See SH-FX50/SH-FX60’s operating instructions for details.

• Audio output changes as follows when you use surround speakers wirelessly.

- The maximum number of playback channels is 5.1. Surround back speakers become unavailable. Sounds assigned to them are

consolidated and output from surround speakers on the left and right.

- Left and right surround terminals on the unit make no audio output.

• Make sure to turn the unit off when you insert or remove the digital transceiver.

• “2-Way wireless” function of SH-FX60 cannot be used.

Connecting speakers

Connecting a second pair of front speakers

YPB PR YYPB PR PB PR

BI-WIRE

LF HF

VIDEO

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

FRONT

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

LR

FRONT AFRONT

BLRCENTER SURROUNDLRSURROUND BACK

LR

SPEAKERS

TV MONITOR OUT DVD RECORDER IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

TV / STB IN

HAUT-PARLEURS

Speaker cable

The unit’s rear view

Front speaker (R) Front speaker (L)

Speaker impedance
Front A and B: 6 to 8 Ω
Front B: 6 to 8 Ω

Note

Making surround speakers wireless with SH-FX50/SH-FX60

The [WIRELESS READY] indicator stays on while the digital transceiver is in.

The indicator does not go on in the following cases:

The indicator stays off:

• When the [MULTI CH SURROUND] indicator is off

• When surround speakers are set as absent (á page 31)

The indicator flashes:

When radio waves are interrupted (when SH-FX50/SH-FX60 is off)

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

The unit’s rear view

AUTO SPEAKER
DETECTOR

ADVANCED
DUAL AMP

BI-AMP

WIRELESS

READY

POWER

SPEAKERS

AB

AUTO SPEAKER

DETECTOR

MULTI CH

SURROUND

AUX

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

L

A

U

DIO

IN

R

MENU
SETUP

RETURN

INPUT SELECTOR

ENTER

VOLUME

HDMI

TUNE

[MULTI CH SURROUND]

[WIRELESS READY]

Note

Connecting antennas

(TV/STB)

OPTICAL1

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

LOOP EXT

GND

DIGITAL IN

AM ANTFM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

(DVD RECORDER)

(DVD PLAYER)

(CD)

OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1

COAXIAL2

DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

SURROUND CHANNEL

OUT (DVD RECORDER) IN

S VIDEO

OUT

TV MONITORINDVD PLAYERINDVD RECORDERINTV/STB

OUT

VIDEO

TV MONITOR DVD PLAYER

IN IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

L

R

IN

CD

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

SURROUND

FRONT

DVD/DVD 6CH IN

AUDIO

IN

DVD RECORDERINVCRINTV/STB

OUT

SUBWOOFER

1

2

1

3

FM ANT

GND

1

2

2

Adhesive tape

FM indoor antenna
(included)

Fix the other end of the
antenna where reception
is best.

AM loop antenna (included)

Keep the antenna cord away from DVD
recorders, DVD players, and other cords.

Black

Red

FM outdoor antenna (not included)

• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.

• The antenna should be installed by a
competent technician.

• Twist the coaxial cable’s shield braid firmly
and connect it to the GND terminal.

20 mm (25/32" )

Shield braid

Core wire

10 mm (3/8")

FM outdoor
antenna

75 Ω
coaxial
cable

White

The unit’s rear view

• Turn off all components before making any
connections.

• Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately
unless otherwise indicated.

• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate
operating instructions.