Panasonic SC-BT730 User Manual

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Sound System

Model No SC-BT730

SC-BT330
SC-BT230

The illustration shows the image of the unit SC-BT730.

Dear customer

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

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

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The warranty can be found on page 50.
Please return the product registration
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Internet at:
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The warranty can be found on page 51.

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

• DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.

• USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES.

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

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.

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

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.

FCC caution: To maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded
interface cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with
non-approved equipment or unshielded cables may result in interference
to radio and TV reception. Any changes or modifications not approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

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

Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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

FCC Caution:To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when
connecting to peripheral devices. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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

Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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WARNING;

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting
devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained
between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation.
To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be
co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

For wireless system

Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of

unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefuiiy before using the
unit. Foilow the safety instructions on the unit and the
appiicable 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/accessorles 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.

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union

This symbol Is only valid In the European
Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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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

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle

is intended to alert the user to the presence of
imporfant operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

DO NOT OPEN

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

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

CAUTION

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Table of contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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3

Getting started

Accessory................................................................. 5

Control reference guide............................................ 6

•Remote control

•Main unit (Front)

•Main unit (Rear)................................................... 7

Playable discs/Cards................................................ 8

Unit and media care................................................. 9

Using the remote control

STEP 1 : Preparing the speakers........................... 10

•Assembling the speakers................................... 10

•Speaker assembly option.................................. 11

STEP 2 : Posilioning
STEP 3: Conncclion;;

•Speaker cable connection

•Connection to a TV............................................ 14

•Radio antenna connection

•i:>g>c»i Digital transmitter connection

•Connection to a broadband network.................. 17

STEP 4: AC power supply cord connection .... 18

STEP 5: rrcmi
Preparing the wireless system

STEP 6: Smart setup / Easy setup......................... 19

•Network Easy Setting

•Firmware updates
STEP 7:
Reprogramming the remote control

Inserting or removing a media

START menu.......................................................... 23

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

•Enjoying surround sound effects

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Playback

Playing video contents

•other operations during play

•Useful functions

•Enjoying BD-Live or BONUSVIEW in BD-Video.26

Playing still pictures................................................ 27

•Useful functions

Playing music......................................................... 28

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TV

Enjoying TV with unit's speakers

•Surround sound effects

•Sound modes

•Making settings for digital audio input................................. 30

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

•Setting the audio link

•Easy control only with VIERA remote control

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Other devices

Using the iPod/iPhone

•iPod/i Phone Connection..................................................... 32

•iPod/iPhone Playback

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32

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Advanced operations

Enjoying VIERA CAST™

Playback menu............................................... 34

Setup menu.................................................... 36

•Speaker settings...................................................................39

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34

Optional speaker settings

Speaker installation option

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Reference

Troubleshooting guide

Messages....................................................... 43

About MP3/JPEG/AVCHD/MPEG2 files
Supplemental information
Glossary
Specifications

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Limited Warranty
(CNLY FCR U.S.A. AND PUERTC RICC)
Limited Warranty (Cniy for CANADA)

Index.................................................. Back cover

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Radio

Listening to the Radio

•Presetting stations automatically

•Presetting stations manually...............................29

•Listening/confirming the preset channels

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• These operating instructions are applicable to models
SC-BT730. SC-BT330 and SC-BT230. Unless otherwise
indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions
are of SC-BT730.

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

System SC-BT730 SC-BT330 SC-BT230
Main unit SA-BT730 SA-BT330 SA-BT230
Speaker system Front speakers SB-HF730 SB-HF330 SB-HF230

Center speaker SB-HC730 SB-HC230 SB-HC230
Surround speakers SB-HS230 SB-HS230 SB-HS230

Subwoofer SB-HW330 SB-HW330 SB-HW480

Wireless system (with a digital transmitter) SH-FX71
' Some accessories and external devices mentioned in these operating instructions that are not included with this

product may not be on sale in certain regions.

ates features applicable to:

SC-BT730 only
SC-BT330 only
SC-BT230 only

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Accessory

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

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□ 1 Remote control

(N2QAKB000089)

2 Batteries for

□

remote control

□ 1 Video cable

(K2KA2BA00001)

□ 1 FM indoor antenna □

(RSAX0002)

1 Sheet of

speaker
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□ Speaker cable

(center)
[REEX1154]
with green connector

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□ 1 Auto speaker

setup

microphone

(L0CBAY000034)

□ 1 Auto speaker

setup

microphone

(L0CBAY000034)

□ Speaker cables

(surround)
[REEX1155, (|3B]g: REEX1155B)]

with gray connector

[REEX1156, (|3B]g: REEX1156B)]

with blue connector

□ 2 Speaker stands

(with cable)

[RYK1609-K]

with white connector

[RYK1609A-K]

with red connector

2 Speaker stands

□

(with cable)

[RYPX1041-KL]

with white connector

[RYPX1041-KR]

with red connector

□ 2 Bases

(RYK1610-K)

□ 2 Bases

(RYPX0389-K)

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□ Speaker cables

(front)
[REEX1152A]
with red connector
[REEX1153A]
with white connector

□ 2 AC power supply

cords

(K2CB2CB00021)

□ 1 AC power supply

cord

(K2CB2CB00021)

1 AC power

□

supply cord

(K2CB2CB00021)

□ 4 Screws

(XTN5+10FFJK)

2 Screws

(XYN5+J16FJK)

□ 8 Screws

(XTN5+10FFJK)

(ONLY FOR CANADA)
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the

English display on the front and back side of the unit.

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• Pro(juct numbers correct as of December 2009. These may be subject to
change.

• Do not use AC power supply cord with other equipment.

• Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory
Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)’’ on page 50.
For other areas: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have
made your purchase.

Control reference guide

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Turn the unit on and off (o 19)
Display the Home screen of VIERA CAST (o 34)
Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters
(R> 34)
[CANCEL]: Cancel
Basic playback control buttons (L> 25)
Select preset radio stations
Show status messages (o 25)
Show Top Menu/Direct Navigator (o 25)

[A, T, ◄ , ► ]: Menu selection

[OK]: Selection
[◄, ►]: Select preset radio station (o 29)
[◄] (◄!!), [►] (ll^): Frame-by-frame (o 25)

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Show sub menu (L> 26)

10

These buttons are used when;

• Operating a BD-Video disc that includes Java™
applications (BD-J).

• Displaying “Title View" and “Album View" screens.

27)

• Operating contents of VIERA CAST (L> 34)

11

Set the sound mode (o 24)/Select speaker channel
(0 24)

12

Select surround sound effects (o 24)

13

TV operation buttons
[0]: Turn the television on and off
[INPUT]: Input select
[H— VOL]: Adjust the volume

14

Adjust the volume of the main unit

15

Mute the sound

• “MUTE" flashes on the unit’s display, while the function is
on.

• To cancel, press the button again or adjust the volume.

• Muting is canceled if the unit is turned off.

16

Select the source
[BD/SDj: Select disc drive or SD card drive (L> 23)
[iPod]: Select iPod/iPhone as the source (o 23, 33)
[RADIO/EXT-INj: Select FM tuner or external audio as the
source (L> 23, 29, 30)

17

Select radio stations manually (o 29)

18

Exit the menu screen

19

Show START menu (o 23)

20

Show Pop-up menu (L> 25)

21

Return to previous screen

22

Select audio (L> 25)

23

Show Playback menu (O 34)/Setthe sleep timer
® Press and hold [-SLEEP].

@ While “SLEEP **" is displayed, press [-SLEEP]

several times to select the time (in minutes).

• Timer selection is up to 120 minutes.

• Select “OFF" when cancelling the setting.

• To confirm the remaining time
Press and hold the button again.

Main unit (Front)

e.g.,

Standby/on switch (POWER cl)/l) (P> 19)

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.

Power indicator

The indicator lights when this unit is turned on.
Connect iPod/i Phone (O 32)
Adjust the volume of the main unit
Open or close the disc tray (o 22)
Disc tray
SD card slot {P> 22)
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If the front cover comes off

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Display (FL display)

• “SRD" (SURROUND) lights when sound is output to the
surround speakers.

• The display is turned off when the volume is adjusted to
“0". (O 37)

10

Remote control signal sensor
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.)
Angie: Approx. 20° up and down, 30° left and right

11

Select the source (o 23)

12

Stop (o 25)

13

Start play (o 25)

® Hold rear side of main unit by one hand and match up left

or right side protruding hook on the cover first with the
corresponding slot on the unit.

@ Push the hook firmly towards the unit until it clicks into

place. Then push the succeeding hooks one by one until
all have clicked into place.

@ Check that the cover now moves correctly.

• if it does not, remove it and repeat the above procedure.

Pull open.

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1 AC IN terminal (o 18)
2 Speaker terminals (o 13)
3 Cooling fan
4 USB port for optional wireless adaptor (o 17)
5 HDMI AV OUT terminal (P> 15)
6 FM radio antenna terminal (o 16)

Saving energy

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

• This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive.

7 DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminals (O 14,15)

Terminal 1 is designated for connection with the TV.
Terminal 2 can be used with equipment other than the

STB.
8 Digital transmitter dock (o 16)
9 LAN port (0 17)

10 VIDEO OUT terminal (o 14)
11 AUX terminal (o 14)

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Playable dIscs/Cards

Type Logo examples Type detail Playable contents

BD-Video Video

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DVD-Video Video

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

+R/+RW/+R DL

Music CD Music [CD-DA]

CD-R

CD-RW

SD Memory Card (8 MB to 2 GB)

(Includes miniSD Card and microSD Card)

SDHC Memory Card (4 GB to 32 GB)

(Includes microSDHC Card)

SDXC Memory Card (48 GB, 64 GB)

(Includes microSDXC Card)

(as of December 2009)

Video
AVCHD
JPEG

Video
AVCHD

MP3

JPEG

Video
AVCHD

Music [CD-DA]
MP3

JPEG

MPEG2
AVCHD
JPEG

■ Discs that cannot be played in this unit

Any other disc that is not specificaliy supported or
previously described.

• 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM

• DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from cartridge

• Super Audio CD

• Photo CD

• DVD-Audio

• Video CD and Super Video CD

• WMA discs

• DivX discs

• PAL discs

• HD DVD

• BD-Video discs recorded at a rate of 50 fields/sec

■ Region management information

BD-Video

This unit piays BD-Video marked with iabels containing the
region code A.
Exampie:

DVD-Video

This unit plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the
region number “1” or “ALL".
Example:

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■ Finalize

DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW recorded by
a recorder, etc. needs to be finalized by the recorder to play on
this unit. Please refer to the recorder’s instructions.

■ BD-Video

This unit supports high bit rate audio (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby
TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master
Audio) adopted in BD-Video. In order to enjoy these audio
formats, refer to page 36.

■ Music CD

• Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to
CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be
guaranteed.

• The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet
the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital
Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

Unit and media care

I SD card

’ MiniSD Cards, microSD Cards, microSDHC

Cards and microSDXC Cards can be used, but
must be used with an adaptor card. These are
usually supplied with such cards, or otherwise
customer provided.

’ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

’ To protect the card’s contents, move the record prevention

tab (on the SD card) to “LCCK".

’ This unit is compatible with SD Memory Cards that meet SD

Card Specifications FAT 12 and FAT 16 formats, as well as
SDHC Memory Cards in FAT32 format (Does not support
long file name.) and SDXC Memory Cards in exFAT.

’ If the SD card is used with incompatible computers or

devices, recorded contents may be erased due to the card
being formatted etc.

’ Useable memory may be slightly less than the card capacity.

It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases due to the
type of media, the condition of the recording, the recording method and
how the files were created.
The producers of the disc can control how discs are played. So you may
not always be able to control play as described in these operating
instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

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■ Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.

• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

• Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the
instructions that came with the cloth.

■ Clean the lens with the lens cleaner disc.

Lens cleaner disc: RP-CL720PP (not included)

• This lens cleaner is sold as specific for DIGA, but can be
used on this unit as well.

Clean discs

DO DO NOT

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

■ Disc and card handling precautions

• Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or
fingerprints on the disc.

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

• Clean any dust, water, or foreign matter from the terminals
on the rear side of the card.

• 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.

■ To dispose or transfer this unit

The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If
you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow
the procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to
delete the user settings, (o 41, “To return all settings to the
factory preset")

• The operation history may be recorded in the memory of this
unit.

Using the remote
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Insert so the poles (+ and -) match those in the remote control.

Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit (o 7).

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Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage
items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time.

• Do not heat or expose to flame.

• Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for
a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

• Do not take apart or short circuit.

• Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Remove batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

CAUTION

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

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STEP 1 : Preparing the speakers

I Assembling the speakers

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Caution

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

• When carrying speakers, hold the stand and base parts.

2 Front speakers

2 Stands (with cables)
2 Bases
4 Screws A

2 Screws B

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Preparation

• To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and
perform assembly on it.

• For wall mount, refer to page 40.

• Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.

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2 Stands (with cables)
2 Bases

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Use of the speaker cable stickers is

convenient when making cable connections,
e.g. Front speaker (L)

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Speaker cable sticker Color

® FRONT (L) WHITE
@ FRONT (R) RED
@ SURROUND (L) BLUE
@ SURROUND (R) GRAY
® CENTER GREEN
® SUBWOOFER PURPLE

Be sure to match the number on each sticker with the

connector color.

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' taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation.

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

• Don’t use a front speaker as a surround speaker or vice versa. Verify
the type of speaker with the label on the rear of the speaker before
connecting the appropriate cable.

• To avoid injury by falling or dropping the speaker, place the speaker cables
with care not to stumble or hook.

• Do not hold the speaker in one hand to avoid injury by dropping the
speaker when carrying.

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Thread the speaker cable
through the base.

Leave about 120 mm (4 ^%2'

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You can remove and use the cable
from the stand. To reattach the
cable, refer to page 40.

■ Preventing the speakers from falling

• Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that
may not have strong enough support. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers.

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groove.

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Thread from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.
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STEP 2 : Positioning

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.

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How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.

Setup example

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

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Using “Auto Speaker Setup" (o 19) is a convenient way to get
the ideal surround sound from your speakers when you are
unable to place them.

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm ('%2") away from the system for
proper ventilation.

• Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this
manual.

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

• Use only supplied speakers

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

• You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods.

• Positioning speakers In front

It is possible to locate all the speakers in front of the listening position.
However the optimal surround sound effect may not be obtainable.

• Place speakers on flat secure bases.

• Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in
excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.

• For optional wall mount, refer to page 40.

■ If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn

the TV off for about 30 minutes.

If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.

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■ Wireless system

To avoid interference, maintain the following distances

between the wireless system and other electronic devices

that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).

Wireless
system

Wireless LAN:
approx. 2 m (6V2ft.)

Center speaker
Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can
disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
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• Place the speakers at the same height or higher than ear
level.

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• Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33

ft.) from the main unit, and in a horizontal position with
the top panel faced upward.

• To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good

airflow around the wireless system, position it with at
least 5 cm (2") of space on all sides.

• Do not use the wireless system or the digital transmitter

in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.

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For more details, refer to the operating
instructions for the optional wireless system.

Cordless phone and
other electronic devices:
approx. 2 m (6V2ft.)

The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if
any of these other devices interfere with its communication.
When this happens, the wireless link Indicator (“ ") flashes
on the main unit, and there is a brief interruption in audio
coming from the surround speakers.

This is the normal operation of the product working to assure
the best possible performance of your home theater system.

If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to

another location outside the range of the wireless system or

move the wireless system nearer to the main unit.

■ Upgrade your system to 7.1 -channel

system

The main unit is designed to enjoy the 7.1ch surround sound.

By connecting 2 units of the Panasonic wireless system
SH-FX71 with 4 speakers, more theater-like effect can be

available.

Necessary equipment:

• 1 optional wireless system (SH-FX71)

• 2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 Q to 6 Q, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]

• 2 optional wireless systems (SH-FX71)

• 2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 Q to 6 Q, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]

For more details, refer to the operating instructions for the

optional wireless system.

STEP 3: 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 complete.

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Front speaker (Rch)
Front speaker (Lch)
Surround speaker (Rch)
Surround speaker (Lch)

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When using the optional wireless
system, do not attempt to connect
any extra surround or surround
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The basic connection is shown in the included Easy Setting Guide, however, there are more connection examples to optimize
your system setting.

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

• Turn off all equipment before connection.

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> After making the digital audio connection, make settings to

suit the type of audio from your digital equipment (o 30).

Basic connection

■ HDMI

The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control"

(o 31) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV.

• Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI
logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you
use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal,
please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 ft.) or less.

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.

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• To enjoy TV audio from this home theater system’s speakers, select “DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)’’ or “D-IN 1” as a source.

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Connection for the best picture and audio

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© Optical digital audio cable (not included)

• For the TV audio, an audio cable (not included) can
be also used by connecting the AUX terminal with
the AUDIO OUT terminal on the TV.

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• To enjoy TV audio from this home theater system’s speakers, select “DIGITAL IN 1 (TV)" or “D-IN 1” as a source (o 23).

ARC (Audio Return Channel)
(Available when using an ARC compatible TV)

With this function it is possible to receive the digital audio signal from the TV without connecting any other audio cables.

• Select “ARC (TV)" as the audio input source (L> 23).

• Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the settings to output digital audio.

Connection with Set Top Box. etc.

Refer to the operating instructions of the respective

devices for the optimal connections.

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• To enjoy TV audio from this home theater system’s speakers, select “DIGITAL IN 2 (CABLE/SAT)" or “D-IN 2" as a source
(O 23).

NECESSARY SETTINGS

• “HDMI Audio Output" : “Off" (O 37)

Radio antenna connection

Using an indoor antenna

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Using an outdoor antenna

Use outdoor antenna if FM radio reception is poor.

O FM indoor antenna (included)
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Affix this end of the antenna where reception is
best.

O FM outdoor antenna [Using a TV antenna

(not included)]
The antenna should be installed by a competent
technician.

© 75 n coaxiai cable (not included)
© Antenna plug (not included)

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Do not insert or remove while the

home theater unit is on.

Insert fully until you hear a click.