Panasonic SC-HT441W User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Wireless system and

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-HT441W

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”.

Example:

1 ALL

R AEDRY

digital transceiver

Wireless surround speaker

connection.

page

Advanced

progressive scan

page

Provides a smoother

and sharper image.

XM® Satellite

Radio

Enjoy music, news, sports,

talk and more.

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

If you have any questions contact

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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Dear customer

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

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-HT441W

Main unit SA-HT441

Front speakers SB-FS440

Center speaker SB-PC640

Surround speakers SB-FS441

Subwoofer SB-W440

Wireless system SE-FX60

Digital transceiver SH-FX60T

CAUTION!

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

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILTIN 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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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

to persons.

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

pliance.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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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 car t, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a car t 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.

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Getting

Started

Playing

Discs

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 2

Simple Setup

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Checking the disc type in each tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Displaying current playback condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing CDs sequentially . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Positioning the speakers . . . . . . . . .4

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Speaker connections

Connecting the surround speaker cables

to the wireless system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Radio and digital transceiver

connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connecting the digital transceiver . . . . . . . . 7

Audio and video connections. . . . . . 8

Basic audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Basic video connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playing data discs using navigation menus. . 18

Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting a track using CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing HighMAT

Playing RAM discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Changing the delay time of the speakers. . . . . . . . . . 25

AC cord connections. . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Preparing the remote control . . . . 10

Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . 10

discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Other

Operations

Reference

Using the AM/FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Selecting the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using an outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Using the XM® Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Displaying the XM Satellite Radio ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Positioning the XM Connect & Play or XMPassport

system for optimal reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Selecting XM channels by direct entry . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Selecting XM channels by category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Presetting your favorite XM channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Displaying the XM channel information . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control . . . 30 Enhancing the sound from the center speaker:

Center Focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . 30

Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level . . . . . 30

Adjusting the volume of each speaker:

Speaker level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using other useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Muting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Music Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover

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STEP1 Positioning the speakers

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

≥ 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 cur tains. ≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not.

Setup example

Simple Setup

FRONT

(L, R)

SURROUND

(L, R)

CENTER SUBWOOFER WIRELESS

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

Main unit (with digital transceiver)

SYSTEM

≥Use only supplied speakers

Positioning the speakers

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

≥ Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling.

Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Main unit

[Note]

≥ Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for

proper ventilation.

≥ To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around the

main unit, position it with at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides.

≥ Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit.

Notes on speaker use

≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play

sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥ Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:

– When playing distorted sound. – When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise

from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test

disc, or electronic instrument. – When adjusting the sound quality. – When turning the unit on or off.

Center speaker

≥ Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is

placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or shelf.

≥ To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top of the

television.

Wireless system

≥

Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33 ft) from the main unit.

≥ Do not use the wireless system or the digital transceiver in a metal

cabinet or bookshelf.

Subwoofer

Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm (11 television.

/16q) from the

Caution

Do not touch the netted area of the speakers.

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e.g. Surround speaker

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup combinations.

If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.

The demagnetizing function of the television should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.

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.

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∫ Avoiding interference

To avoid possible interference, do not place the wireless system near any of the following devices.

The wireless system uses the same radio frequencies as other devices that may be present in your home.

e.g.

2.4GHz-band microwave oven

personal computer with

2.4GHz-band wireless LAN

2.4GHz-band cordless phone

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 (“ [W] ”) 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.

Speaker installation options

Simple Setup

∫ Attaching to a wall

You can attach all of the speakers to a wall.

≥

The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 k building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers.

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

‰4.0 mm (

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

Front speaker

Surround speaker

/32q)

Wall or pillar

(22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified

‰7.5 t o 9.5 mm

/64q to 3/8q)

(

200 mm

/8q)

/16q to 9/32q)

5.0 to 7.0 mm (

Center speaker

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them. Note the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram.

≥ The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lbs). ≥ The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high

position.

e.g. Center speaker

Metal screw holes

For attaching to speaker stands

/16q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q)

5mm (

Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm

(plus

/32q to 13/32q)

60 mm (2

/8q)

Speaker stand

(not included)

Positioning the speakers

e.g.

In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right.

Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position.

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STEP2 Speaker connections

Simple Setup

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

2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers

≥ Attach the speaker-cable stickers to

make connection easier.

CENTER

WOOFER

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

SURROUND

Rch

Lch

Rch

SURROUND

FRONT

Rch

Lch

Lch Lch

Rch

FRONT

Speaker cable sticker

CENTER

5 CENTER

Speaker connections

6 SUBWOOFER

FRONT

Rch

FRONT

Lch

SUB

WOOFER

Connect the surround speaker cables here only if you do not intend to use the wireless system (➜ below). ≥ Do not attempt to connect more than one pair of

surround speakers to your home theater system.

Insert the wire fully.

Push!

i: White j: Blue

Connecting the surround speaker cables to the wireless system

Wireless system

FRONT

Rch

FRONT

Lch

Main unit

2 FRONT (R)

1 FRONT (L)

Insert the wire fully. i: White

Click!

j: Blue

Rch

Lch

4 SURROUND (R)

3 SURROUND (L)

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SURROUND

Rch

SURROUND

Lch

SURROUND

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STEP3 Radio and digital transceiver connections

AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna Digital transceiver

Simple Setup

≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 27).

AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base. Place the antenna where reception is best. Keep loose antenna cable away from other wires and cables.

Click!

Black

FM indoor antenna

Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.

XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system (not included)

To prevent interference with wireless equipment, place the antenna away from this unit, Panasonic wireless sound system SH-FX80, Panasonic wireless system SH-FX50/SH-FX60, and other equipment that emits radio waves (such as radio equipment and microwave ovens). Refer to page 28 for optimizing the reception.

XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system

Loosen the terminal screw with a Phillips-head screwdriver.

Red

White

Adhesive tape

Main unit

DIGITAL

TRANSCEIVER

LOOP

ANT GND

FM ANT

LOOP

AM ANT

EXT

Re-tighten the terminal screw.

Radio and digital transceiver connections

Connecting the digital transceiver

Main unit

DIGITAL

TRANSCEIVER

While pushing, insert the wire fully.

DIGITAL

TRANSMITTER

Insert the digital transceiver into the slot.

Do not insert or remove while the main unit is on.

Digital transceiver

Insert fully until you hear a click.

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STEP4 Audio and video connections

AUX

≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.

Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.

≥ Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.

Simple Setup

Basic audio connection

Television (not included)

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

RF IN

AUDIO

VIDEO IN

Audio cable

Back of the main unit

AUX

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

(not included)

≥ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your

television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other equipment” (➜ page 31).

Audio and video connections

Other video connections for improved picture quality

S-VIDEO OUT

Television

(not included)

S-VIDEO

S-video cable

(not included)

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

Video cable

Basic video connection

Tel evis ion (not included)

RF IN

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

≥ Refer also to “Other video connections for improved picture quality”

(➜ below).

≥Using the S-VIDEO OUT terminal

The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

VIDEO IN

Video cable (included)

Back of the main unit

AUX

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Tel evis ion

(not included)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Video cables

(not included)

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

≥

Using the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

terminals

The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (P separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.

S-VIDEO

OUT

≥ The description of the component video input terminals depends on

the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P to terminals of the same color.

≥ After making this connection, select “Darker” from the “Black Level

B/PR) and luminance signal (Y)

B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect

Control” in the “Video” tab (➜ page 24).

To enjoy progressive video

≥ Connect to a progressive output compatible television. ≥ Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p”, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen (➜ page 21, Picture Menu). ≥ All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

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∫ Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection

AUX

AC IN

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder

(not included)

To your cable TV service or television antenna

RF IN

RF OUT

RF cable

(not included)

Tel evis ion (not included)

RF IN

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

STEP5 AC cord connections

Audio cable

(not included)

Video cable

(included)

Back of the main unit

AUX

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

Simple Setup

2 AC power supply cords

Main unit Wireless system

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

AC power supply cord

AC IN~

Conserving power

The main unit and the wireless system consume a small amount of power when they are in standby mode [main unit: approx. 0.5 W, wireless system: 0.5 W (in transmit mode), 1.2 W (in receive mode)]. To save power when they are not to be used for a long time, unplug them

[Note]

The included AC power supply cords are for use with the main unit and wireless system only. Do not use them with other equipment. Also, do

not use cords for other equipment with the main unit or wireless system. from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the main unit.

Audio and video connections / AC cord connections

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

AC power supply cord

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STEP6 Preparing the remote control

Remote control Batteries

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

Simple Setup

≥ Do not use rechargeable type

R6/LR6, AA

batteries.

Do not:

≥ mix old and new batteries. ≥ use different types at the same time. ≥ heat or expose to flame. ≥ take apart or shor t circuit. ≥ attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥ use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can severely damage the remote control.

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

∫ Use

Aim at the display (➜ page 11), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit.

STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).

≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 31).

Preparing the remote control / Performing QUICK SETUP

ENTER

DVD

RETURN, SETUP

Turn on the unit.

Select “DVD/CD”.

Press and hold to show the QUICK SETUP screen.

Select

Follow the messages and make the settings.

ENTER

Press to finish QUICK SETUP.

Press repeatedly to exit.

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To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” tab (➜ page 24).

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Control reference guide

See page references in parentheses.

Television operations (31)

Turn the unit on/off (10)

Change the television’s video input mode (31)

Select disc’s title numbers etc./Enter numbers (15)

Select the disc or show disc information (16)

Select preset radio stations/channels (26, 29)

Show a disc top menu (18) or program list (19)

Frame-by-frame/ Select or register menu items on the

television screen (15) /Browse XM radio categories (29)

Show on-screen menu (20)

Standby/on switch [POWER 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. (14)

MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (32)

SURROUND MUSIC

Equalizing the sound (14)

POWER

MUSIC

SURROUND

PORT

12345

MUSIC

DISC

SELECTOR

Adjust the television volume (31)

Select the source

DVD: DVD/CD (10) TUNER/BAND: FM/AM (26), XM (28) MUSIC P./AUX: FRONT MUSIC P./REAR MUSIC P.

Cancel (15)

Adjust the volume of the main unit (15)

Select radio stations/channels manually (26, 29)

Basic operations for play (14, 15)

Show a disc menu (18) or play list (19)

Return to previous screen (15) or show the setup menu (23)

(16, 32)

To use functions labeled with “

Press and hold the button for at least 2 seconds.

4, 5 / X TUNING W

Skip or slow-search play (14)/

Select radio stations/channels (26, 29)

Display

TUNINGTUNING

MEMORYMEMORY

TUNE MODETUNE MODE

FM MODEFM MODE

AUX (31)

(30) (30)

(31)

(15, 28, 30)

(16, 17, 28)

(30)

(32)

< OPEN/CLOSE Open/Close the disc drawer (14)

DISC EXCHANGE

Open the disc drawer to exchange the disc in the play position (14)

OPEN/CLOSE

DISC DISC

EXCHANGE SKIP

VOLUME

SELECTOR

DISC SKIP Skip to the next disc tray (14)

Phones Connect headphones (32)

(32),

”:

Control reference guide

5 DISC SELECTOR Select the disc tray (14)

AC supply indicator [AC IN]

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.

The unit is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the power cord is connected to an electrical outlet.

Refer to page 32, Using the Music Port.

∫ /

TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

Stop playing (14)/ Select the tuning mode (26, 28) Adjust the FM reception condition (26)

1 / MEMORY

Play discs (14)/Memorize the receiving radio stations/channels (26, 29)

AC IN

MUSIC PORT

VOL UME Turn up/down the volume (14)

SELECTOR (26)

DVD/CD#FM#AM#XM#AUX#FRONT MUSIC P.# REAR MUSIC P.

#Return to DVD/CD

MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (32)

Lighting Ring

Lights when the wireless link is active.

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Discs that can be played

Operations in these instr uctions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats.

DVD-Video [DVD-V]

—

DVD-Audio [DVD-A] [DVD-V]

≥ [DVD-V] Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in

Other Menu (➜ page 22).

Video CD [VCD]

≥ Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

DVD-RAM [DVD-VR] [JPEG]

≥ [DVD-VR] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard),

such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc.

≥ [JPEG] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders using the DCF (Design rule for Camera

File system) Standard Version 1.0.

DVD-R (DVD-Video)/ DVD-RW (DVD-Video) [DVD-V]

≥ Discs recorded and finalized

on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

—

A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

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

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, DivX Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

iR (Video)/ iRW (Video) [DVD-V]

≥ Discs recorded and finalized

CD [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [VCD]

≥ This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the above formats. Close the sessions or finalize ≥ [CD] This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support the Peak Extend function (a function which expands the

dynamic range of high-level signals). HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.

≥ [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs. ≥ [WMA] This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: an encoding process for audio content that produces an

audio file encoded at several different bit rates).

on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

Note about using a DualDisc

≥ The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the

technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

≥ Do not use a DualDisc in this unit as it may not be possible to

insert it correctly and it may get scratched or scraped.

Discs that can be played / Disc caution / Maintenance

Disc caution Maintenance

∫ To clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

∫ Disc handling precautions

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc

warping, render ing it unusable.

≥ Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which

prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.

≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. ≥ Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

(rented discs, etc). – Discs that are badly warped or cracked. – Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.

≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that

came with the cloth.

Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although

this depends on the operating environment.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and the unit.

the disc after recording.

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Product Service

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:

(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts— When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check— After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

The servicer will require all components to service your system. Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire system.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38.

Glossary

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories. Apar t from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.

Dynamic range

Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distor tion occurs.

Frame still and field still

Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second. One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames. A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high. A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower.

I/P/B

MPEG 2, the video compression standard adopted for use with DVD-Video, codes frames using these 3 picture types. I: Intra coded picture

This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when adjusting the picture.

P: Predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated based on past I- or P-pictures.

B: Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated by comparing past and future I- and P-pictures so it has the lowest volume of information.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)

An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

Progressive/Interlaced

NTSC, the video signal standard, has 480 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines. This is called 480p. Using progressive output, you can enjoy the high-resolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video. Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

WMA (Windows MediaTM Audio)

WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Cor poration. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.

Product Service / Glossary

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Basic play

To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).

≥To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.

1 Power on.

2 Select “DVD/CD”.

≥ Select “AUX” to enjoy video

cassette recorder, television or cable TV programs. (Refer to page 8 for the necessary connections.)

SURROUND MUSIC

POWER

MUSIC

SURROUND

PORT

12345

MUSIC

5 DISC SELECTOR

POWER

SELECTOR

DISC

SELECTOR

Open the drawer and place the disc(s).

≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is

facing up.

≥ To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit. ≥ Play will start from the disc in the front-left position of the tray. ≥ For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its

cartridge before use.

≥ Do not:

–load more than one disc per tray. –touch the drawer or the carousel while they are in motion. –rotate the carousel by hand. –close the drawer by hand.

4 Close the drawer.

∫ (Stop)

OPEN/CLOSE

SELECTOR

TUNINGTUNING

MEMORYMEMORY

TUNE MODETUNE MODE

FM MODEFM MODE

DISC EXCHANGE

DISC SKIP

DISC DISC

EXCHANGE SKIP

VOLUME

OPEN/CLOSE

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5 Start play.

When the disc finishes playing

If the next disc does not start playing, select it with the 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons. ≥ You can also select the disc using the remote

control (➜ page 16, Checking the disc type in each tray).

To change the sound quality ➜ page 30

Using the main unit

≥ The sound fills the room, and

Equalizing the sound

Skipping to the next disc tray

Exchanging the disc in the play position

SURROUND

MUSIC

DISC SKIP

DISC

EXCHANGE

comes from all directions with equal intensity, regardless of your orientation within the room.

≥ The indicator on the button

lights.

≥ While the drawer is closed

Each time you press the button, the carousel moves counterclockwise by one tray.

≥ The drawer opens and the disc

in the play position comes to the front-left position.

≥ Press the button again to play

the disc after changing the disc in the front-left position.

6 Adjust the

volume.

Changing the other discs without interrupting play

[Note[

≥ DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED.

To preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen, press [∫](Stop) when you are finished with the menus.

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

VOLUME

Press to skip. Press and hold to

– search during play – start slow-motion play during pause

(Motion picture part)

≥ Press [1] (Play) to star t normal play.

OPEN/CLOSE

DISC SKIP

Change the

discs

OPEN/CLOSE

≥ Each time you press [DISC

SKIP], you can select the other trays.

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If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 33 to 35).

Using the remote control

Numbered

buttons

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU,

ENTER

CANCEL

SLOW/SEARCH

MENU, PLAY LIST

RETURN

FL DISPLAY

On-screen item select

Enter number

Select

—

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[VCD] with playback control Press [∫ STOP] to cancel the PBC function, and then press the numbered buttons.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] e.g. To select 123: [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]

≥ Press [CANCEL] to cancel the

number(s).

Stop

Pause

Skip

(during play)

Slow-motion

(during pause)

Frame-byframe

(during pause)

The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the display.

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to resume. ≥ Press [∫ STOP] again to clear

the position.

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to restart play.

—

≥ [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

[This feature does not work during program and random play (➜ page 17).]

[3, 4]: Group skip

[2, 1]: Content skip

≥ Up to 5 steps. ≥ Press [1 PLAY] to start normal

play.

≥ [VCD] Slow-motion: forward

direction only.

[DVD-A] (Motion picture par t) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

≥ [VCD] Forward direction only.

Disc menu

Return to previous screen

Main unit display

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] Shows a disc top menu.

[DVD-VR]

Press the button to show the programs (➜ page 19).

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc menu.

[DVD-VR]

Press the button to show a play list (➜ page 19).

[VCD] with playback control Shows a disc menu.

—

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

Time display

,-.Information display

(e.g. [DVD-VR] Program number)

[JPEG]

When Slideshow (➜ page 20) is on:

SLIDE

,-.Contents number

When Slideshow is off:

PLAY

,-.Contents number

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Convenient functions

1 5

CANCEL

Numbered

buttons

DISC

PLAY

Displaying current playback condition

Press [QUICK OSD].

≥ To exit the screen, press [QUICK OSD].

e.g. [DVD-V]

Playback condition

Title

Program Playback

Play mode

Elapsed play timeCurrent playback number

Chapter

1 0:41:23

Time

Current position

ENTER

QUICK OSD

PLAY MODE, CD MODE

Checking the disc type in each tray

You can select the disc after checking the discs loaded with the Disc information screen. ≥ You can also select the disc directly with the 5 DISC SELECTOR

buttons on the main unit.

Press [DISC] to show the Disc information screen.

≥ To exit the screen, press [DISC].

e.g.

Press the numbered buttons ([1] – [5]) to select the

Convenient functions

disc.

Disc Information

DVD-Video CD

DVD-Audio

Unchecked

No Disc

Empty

Track

Not yet read

10 Time 1:15

Playing CDs sequentially

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

This feature is very convenient if you want to play several music CDs sequentially. Make sure that applicable disc is in the play position before playing (➜ Checking the disc type in each tray, left).

While stopped

Press and hold [—CD MODE].

Press [1 PLAY].

≥ If all loaded discs are DVDs or if other discs are unchecked, CD Mode

does not work.

≥ HighMAT menus and Video CD playback control are disabled. ≥ You cannot turn CD Mode on or off during program or random play. ≥ If you want to play a DVD, press and hold [—CD MODE] again to cancel

CD Mode. (CD Mode is also canceled when you switch the unit to standby, select another source, or change the disc in the play position.)

≥ DVD and JPEG are skipped without being played.

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

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Program and Random play

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped.

Program and random playback screens appear sequentially. Program__-----------------------------------------------------) Random

^------------------------ off (Normal play) (__-----------}

“RANDOM 1” and “RANDOM 2” (➜ right) are displayed on the main unit’s display when CD Mode is on (➜ page 16).

To exit the program and random mode

Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.

≥ Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 22) will be

effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3 or JPEG files.

≥ [DVD-V] Some items cannot be played even if you have programmed

them.

≥ [DVD-A] Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password screen

appears after selecting a group, enter the password with the numbered buttons to play the bonus group. Refer also to the disc’s jacket.

Program play (up to 32 items)

∫ When CD Mode is off

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can program all the items on a disc in the play position.

1 [VCD] [CD] Skip to step 2

Press the numbered buttons to select a group or title. ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

T/G: Title / Group C/T: Chapter, Content /

Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V]

Program Playback

Choose a title and chapter.

DiscNo.

T/G

C/T

Play

Clear

Clear all

Tr a ck

ENTER

to select and press

PLAY

≥ To select a 2-digit number

e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

2 Press the numbered buttons to select a chapter or track.

([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

≥ Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program other items.

3 Press [1 PLAY].

∫ When CD Mode is on (➜ page 16)

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

You can program all the items on all the discs.

1 Press the numbered buttons ([1] – [5]) to select a disc.

2 [WMA] [MP3]

(Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

≥ To select a 2-digit number

e.g. To select 12: [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

3 Press the numbered buttons to select a track.

([WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

≥ To select a 2-digit number

e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

≥ Repeat steps 1 to 3 to program other items.

4 Press [1 PLAY].

Press the numbered buttons to select a group.

[WMA] [MP3] [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

To change the selected program

1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. 2 Press the numbered buttons to change each item.

([WMA] [MP3]

Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

To clear the selected program

1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. 2 Press [CANCEL] (or press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear” and press

[ENTER]).

To clear the whole program

Select “Clear all” with [3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER]. The whole program is also cleared when the disc is moved out of the play position, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

Random play

∫ When CD Mode is off

[VCD] [CD]

You can play all the items on a disc in the play position in random order. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can play selected item(s) on a disc in the play position in random order.

1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Press the numbered buttons to select a group or a title. ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V]

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

DISC SFC

Random Playback

0 ~ 9

to select

HDMI D.MIX

[DVD-A]

≥ To enter all groups, press [2, 1] to select “All” and press

to start

[ENTER].

≥ To deselect a group, press numbered buttons corresponding to

the group you want to clear.

2 Press [1 PLAY].

∫ When CD Mode is on (➜ page 16)

[VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]

You can select either “RANDOM 1” or “RANDOM 2”.

≥ RANDOM 1

You can play all the items on all the discs in random order.

DISC SFC

HDMI D.MIX

Random Playback

Press PLAY to start

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

≥ RANDOM 2

You can play all the discs in sequence, but all the items on each disc are played in random order.

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

Press [1 PLAY].

e.g. [CD]

Choose a title.

Title

MONO

SLPSTCT

MONO

SLPSTCT

MONO

SLPSTCT

PLAY

to start

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

Convenient functions

To select an item using the cursor buttons

Press [ENTER] and [3, 4] to select an item, and then press [ENTER] again to register.

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Playing data discs using navigation menus

∫ Using the submenu

1 While Navigation Menu is displayed

Press [FUNCTIONS].

Numbered

buttons

STOP

TOP MENU,

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

FUNCTIONS

SLOW/SEARCH

MENU, PLAY LIST

ENTER

Playing data discs

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 22) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3 or JPEG files. ≥ Playing HighMAT

Playing items in order (Playback Menu)

(Except JPEG files on DVD-RAM)

Press [TOP MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU].

Press [3, 4] to select “All”, “Audio” or “Picture” and

press [ENTER].

Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu)

Press [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [MENU].

e.g.

002 My favorite2

Perfume

001 My favorite1 002 My favorite2

Playing data discs using navigation menus

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the group and press

[ENTER].

To play content in the group in order

Press [ENTER].

To start play from the selected content

Press [3, 4] to select and [ENTER].

avigation Menu

005 Japanese

001 Brazilian 002 Chinese 003 Czech 004 Hungarian 005 Japanese 006 Mexican 007 Philippine 008 Swedish 009 Piano 010 Vocal

Group

Group 005/023

discs (➜ page 19)

WMA/MP3/JPEG

WMA/MP3

JPEG

001 Lady Starfish

001 Lady Starfish 002 Metal Glue 003 Life on Jupiter 004 Starperson

Content

Content 0001/0004

e.g.

Playback Menu

All

Audio

JPEG

Picture

to select and press

Group and content number currently playing

: JPEG

: WMA/MP3

Number currently selected

ENTER

Total 434

Total 7

Total 427

2 Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Multi List Tree Thumbnail

Next group Previous group

All Audio Picture

Help display

Find

∫ Searching by a content or group title

Highlight a group title to search the group, or a content title to search its content.

1 While the submenu is displayed (➜ above)

Press [3, 4] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].

2 Press [3, 4] to select a character and press [ENTER].

≥ Repeat to enter another character. ≥ Lower case characters are also searched. ≥ Press [6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH] to skip between A, E, I, O

and U.

≥ Press [2] to erase a character. ≥ Leave the asterisk (¢) when you search for the titles including

the character you enter.

≥ Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the titles starting with the

character you enter. To add the asterisk (¢) again, display the submenu again and select “Find”.

3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].

The search result screen appears.

4 Press [3, 4] to select the content or group and press

[ENTER].

Selecting a track using CD text

[CD]

Titles appear with CD Text disc playback.

Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

Press [3, 4] to select the track and press [ENTER].

≥ Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the playback condition and current

position.

Groups and contents are displayed.

Contents only

Groups only

Thumbnail images [JPEG]

To go to next group [WMA] [MP3]

To go to previous group [WMA] [MP3]

WMA/MP3 and JPEG

WMA/MP3 only

JPEG only

To switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator To search by content or group title (➜ below)

e.g. CD text

CD Text

Disc Title: All By Artist Disc Artist: Pink Island Track title: Long John Platinum Track Artist: SHIPWRECKED

Ashley at Prom

City Penguin

Formura one

Soccer Baseball

5. Neanderthal

6. Cartoons

Find

1/23

63 00

To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a JPEG image on

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Playing HighMATTM discs

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Press [TOP MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [∫ STOP]. ≥ To change the menu background to the one recorded on the disc,

press [FUNCTIONS].

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, and then press

[ENTER].

≥ Repeat this step if necessary.

e.g.

New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te

Menu1

Play list1

Menu3

Play list2

Return

PAGE 1/3

Play list3

Menu: Takes you to the next

menu which shows play lists or another

Menu2

Play list: play star ts

Playing a play list

This works only when the disc contains a play list.

Press [PLAY LIST].

≥ To exit the screen, press [PLAY LIST].

e.g.

Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to select the

play list.

≥ To select a 2-digit number

Press [ENTER].

Playlist

DateNo. Length Title 11/11 0:00:01 City Penguin1

12/ 1 0:01:20 Ashley at Prom2

1/ 2 1:10:04 Special3

2/ 3 0:10:20 Soccer4

2/10 0:25:01 Baseball5

3/12 0:06:13 Home6

3/ 1 0:01:20 Drama7

4/ 2 1:00:12 Goodbye8

4/ 3 0:30:20 Soccer 29

4/10 1:00:01 Baseball 210

to select and press

ENTER

e.g. 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

RETURN

to exit

Selecting from the list

During play

Press [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [MENU].

All By Artist

e.g.

Playlist

Group

Content

Press [2] followed by [3, 4] to switch among

“Playlist”, “Group” and “Content” lists.

Press [1] followed by [3, 4] to select an item and

press [ENTER].

No.

Few times in summer

Less and less

And when I was born

Quatre gymnopedies

You've made me sad

I can't quit him Evening glory

Wheeling spin

Velvet Cuppermine

Ziggy starfish

to playto select

ENTER

Content title

Krissa

to exit

RETURN

Playing RAM discs

[DVD-VR]

≥ Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. ≥ You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles.

Playing the programs

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

≥ To exit the screen, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

Direct Navigator

e.g.

Date

No.

11/ 1(WED) 0:05 AM Monday feature1

1/ 1 (MON) 1:05 AM Auto action2

2/ 2 (TUE) 2:21 AM Cinema3

3/ 3 (WED) 3:37 AM Music4

4/10(THU) 11:05 AM Baseball5

to select

Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to select the

program.

≥ To select a 2-digit number

e.g. 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

≥ Press [1] to show the contents of the program and the disc.

Press [ENTER].

Title Contents

to exit

RETURN

Tips for making data discs

≥ When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be

displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen.

≥ There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and

computer screen.

≥ This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

DVD-RAM

≥ Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

CD-R/RW

≥ Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended

formats).

≥ This unit supports multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes

more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

Naming folders and files (Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups on this unit.)

At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done in the order you want to play them (this may not work at times). Files must have the extension (➜ below).

[WMA] (Extension: “.WMA” or “.wma”) ≥ You cannot play WMA files that are copy-

protected.

≥ This unit does not support Multiple Bit

Rate (MBR).

[MP3] (Extension: “.MP3” or “.mp3”)

≥ This unit does not support ID3 tags. ≥ Compatible sampling rates: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and

48 kHz.

[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”) ≥ To view JPEG files on this unit:

– Take them on a digital camera that meets the DCF Standard (Design

rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0. Some digital cameras have functions that are not supported by the DCF Standard Version 1.0 like automatic picture rotation which may render a picture unviewable.

– Do not alter the files in any way or save them under a different name.

≥ This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other

such formats, and still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF), or play pictures with attached audio.

e.g. [MP3]

root

001 group

001

003 group

001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3 003 track.mp3 002 group

001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3 003 track.mp3 004 track.mp3

001 track.mp3 002 track.mp3 003 track.mp3

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Using on-screen menus

Press once.

Select the menu.

e.g. [DVD-V]

Functions

Title Chapter Time Audio Subtitle

3/10

0:24:31

1 English

3 Spanish

1/2

Make the settings.

e.g. [DVD-V]

Functions

Title Chapter Time Audio Subtitle Angle

1/2

3/10

0:24:31

1 English

3 Spanish

1/2

1 English 2 French 3 Spanish

Press to exit.

1 English 2 French 3 Spanish

Numbered

buttons

FUNCTIONS

CANCEL

PLAY

ENTER

Select

Return to the previous menu

Select

Go to the next menu

Main menu Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Using on-screen menus

Program Group Title Chapter Trac k Playlist Content

Time

Audio

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To start from a specific item

e.g. [DVD-VR] To select Program 12

Press the numbered buttons: [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

Functions

Program Time Audio

(Time Slip and Time Search do not work with iR/iRW discs.)

To skip incrementally or decrementally (Time Slip for play only)

1 Press [ENTER] twice to show the Time Slip indicator. 2Press [3,4] to select the time and press [ENTER].

≥To change the steps more quickly, press and hold

[3, 4].

To start from a specific time (Time Search) To change remaining/elapsed time display

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks)

To select audio soundtrack

[DVD-VR] [VCD]

To select “L”, “R” or “LR”

[DVD-V] (Karaoke disc)

To select “On” or “Off” for vocals

≥ Read the disc’s instructions for details.

Signal type/data

LPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/DTS/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels)

e.g. 3

[WMA] [MP3]

To display the current bitrate or sampling frequency

2/16

Program Search 12

0:34:15

L R

/2 .1ch

.1: Low frequency effect

.1: (not displayed if there is no signal) .0: No surround .1: Mono surround .2: Stereo surround (left/right)

.1: Center .2: Front leftiFront right .3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter

Still Picture

Thumbnail

Subtitle

Marker (VR)

Angle

Rotate Picture

Slideshow

Other Settings

To switch still pictures

To show thumbnail images

[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only)

To select subtitle language

≥ On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for

subtitles that are not displayed.

≥ [DVD-VR] “On” or “Off” appears only with discs that

contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders).

[DVD-VR]

To recall a marker recorded on DVD-Video recorders

Press [3, 4] ➜ Press [ENTER].

(with multiple angles)

To select a video angle

To rotate a picture

To turn on/off slideshow

On ,------. Off

To change the slideshow timing

0 s

30 sec

(➜ page 21)

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Other Settings Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

[DVD-A] (Motion picture par t) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V]

To change play speed

– from “k0.6” to “k1.4” ≥ Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play. ≥ After you change the speed

Play Speed

– Dolby Pro Logic II and Sound Enhancement have

no effect.

– Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo (except

when Surround Music is on).

– Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to

48 kHz.

≥ This function may not work depending on the disc’s

recording.

∫ Play Menu

This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.

[DVD-VR]: Program>Disc>Off

Repeat

A-B Repeat

Marker

Advanced Disc Review

≥ During play list play: Scene>Playlist>Off

[DVD-A]: Track> [DVD-V]: Chapter>Title [VCD] [CD]: Track>Disc

≥ When CD Mode is on: Track>Disc>All CD’s>Off ≥ When CD Mode is on during program or random

play: Track>All CD’s>Off

[WMA] [MP3]: Content>Group ≥ When CD Mode is on:

Content>Group

≥ When CD Mode is on during program or random

play:

[JPEG]: Group

“All” is displayed during program and random play.

Except [JPEG] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part)

To repeat a specified section

Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending points. Press [ENTER] again to cancel.

Except [DVD-VR]

To mark up to 5 positions to play again

Press [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept markers.)

To mark a position:

Press [ENTER] (at the desired point).

To mark another position:

Press [2, 1] to select “¢” ➜ Press [ENTER].

To recall a marker:

Press [2, 1] ➜ Press [ENTER].

To erase a marker:

Press [2, 1] ➜ Press [CANCEL].

≥ This feature does not work during program and

random play.

≥ Markers you add are cleared when you change the

disc in the play position or switch the unit to standby.

[DVD-VR] (Except still picture par t) [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW)

Allows you to browse the disc contents and start playing from the selected position. You can select either “Intro Mode” or “Interval Mode” in “Advanced Disc Review” in the “Disc” tab (➜ page 23).

When you find a title/program to play

Press [1 PLAY].

≥ This may not work depending on the disc and the

play position.

≥ [DVD-VR]

(➜ page 19).

Group§>Off

>Off

>All CD’s>Off

Content

>All CD’s>Off

>Off

This does not work when playing a playlist

∫ Picture Menu

Normal Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in

Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in

Animation: Suitable for animation. Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for powerful

User: Press [ENTER] to select “Picture

Picture Mode

Video Output Mode

Transfer Mode

Picture Adjustment

Contrast: Increases the contrast between light and

Brightness: Brightens the picture. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of

Color: Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color. Gamma: Adjusts the brightness of dark par ts. Depth Enhancer: Reduces the rough noise in the

To select suitable picture quality with your television 480i (interlaced) ,------. 480p (progressive)

When you select “480p”, a confirmation screen appears. Select “Yes” only if connecting to a progressive output compatible television.

If you have chosen “480p” (➜ above), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material.

Auto1 (normal): Detects 24 frame-per-second film

Auto2: Compatible with 30 frame-per-second film

Video: Select when using Auto1 or Auto2, and the

dark scenes.

images.

Adjustment” (➜ below).

dark parts of the picture.

horizontal lines.

background to give a greater feeling of depth.

content and appropriately converts it.

content in addition to 24 frame-per-second film content.

video content is distor ted.

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Using on-screen menus

Other Settings Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

∫ Audio Menu

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dialogue Enhancer

Sound Enhancement

∫ Display Menu

Information

Subtitle Position

Subtitle Brightness

4:3 Aspect

Just Fit Zoom

Using on-screen menus

(➜ page 30, Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II)

To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear

[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel)

On ,------. Off

Enhances audio output to reduce noise and improve clarity.

On ,------. Off

[JPEG] Off, Date, Details

0 to s60 (in 2 unit steps)

Auto, 0 to s7

To select how to show images made for 4:3 aspect screens on a 16:9 aspect television

Normal: Laterally stretches images. Auto: Expands 4:3 letterbox images to fill

more of the screen. Other images appear in full in the center of the screen.

Shrink: Images appear in the center of the

screen. Zoom: Expands all images to fill the screen. If your television has a similar feature, use it instead for a better effect.

To select the appropriate screen size to fit your television screen

[DVD-A] (Motion picture par t) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Auto, 4:3 Standard, European Vista, 16:9 Standard, American Vista, Cinemascope1, Cinemascope2

e.g.

4:3 Standard (4:3)

European Vista (1.66:1)

16:9 Standard (16:9) American Vista (1.85:1) Cinemascope1 (2.35:1) Cinemascope2 (2.55:1)

∫ Other Menu

Setup

Play as DVD-Video

Play as DVD-Audio

Play as DVD-VR, Play as HighMAT

Play as Data Disc

(➜ page 23)

To play DVD-Video contents of DVD-Audio

Select “Play as DVD-Video”.

To use functions for data discs (➜ page 18)

Select “Play as Data Disc”.

Manual Zoom

Bit Rate Display

GUI See-through

GUI Brightness

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To zoom in and out manually

– in 0.01-unit steps from “k1.00” to “k1.60” – in 0.02-unit steps from “k1.60” to “k2.00”

≥ To change the steps more quickly, press

and hold [3, 4].

[DVD-A] (Motion picture par t) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

On ,------. Off

To make the on-screen menu transparent

Off, On, Auto

To adjust the on-screen menu brightness

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Changing the player settings

Numbered

buttons

ENTER

Ta b

Setup

Disc

Video Audio Display Others

to select and press

Audio Subtitle Menus

Advanced Disc Review

Ratings

ENTER

English

Automatic

English

Intro Mode

Level 8

RETURN

to exit

RETURN, SETUP

Item

Setting

Press and hold to show the Setup menu.

If you have not performed QUICK SETUP (➜ page 10), the QUICK SETUP screen appears.

Select

Go right

Select

Select the tab.

Select the item.

Make the settings.

≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥ Underlined items are the factory settings in the following table.

QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

∫ “Disc” tab

Audio

≥ English

≥ French ≥ Spanish ≥Original

Choose the audio language.

Subtitle

≥ Automatic

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≥ English ≥ Fre nch ≥ Spanish ≥Other¢¢¢¢

Choose the subtitle language.

Menus

≥ English ≥ French ≥ Spanish ≥Other¢¢¢¢

Choose the language for disc menus. Changing the menu language in QUICK SETUP also changes this setting.

Advanced Disc Review

(➜ page 21)

Ratings

Set a rating level to limit DVD-Video play.

≥ Intro Mode ≥ Interval Mode:

Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected) ≥ 8 No Limit

When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown.

: Reviews each title/program.

Reviews not only each title/program but also each 10-minute interval within a title/program.

≥ 1 to 7 ≥0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without rating levels.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Do not forget your password.

A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating level is inserted in the unit. Enter your password and then follow the on-screen instructions.

§1

The original language designated on the disc is selected.

§2

Input the appropriate code from the language code list (➜ page 25).

§3

If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles appear in that language (if available on the disc).

§1

Press repeatedly to exit.

≥ Other¢¢¢¢

§2

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Changing the player settings

QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

∫ “Video” tab

TV Aspect

Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.

TV Type

Select to suit the type of television.

Time Delay

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

Still Mode

Specify the type of picture shown when paused.

Black Level Control

Change the black level of the picture if you connected a television through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals.

Refer to “Frame still and field still” (➜ page 13, Glossary).

≥ 4:3 Pan&Scan

The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc).

≥ 4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3)

Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

≥ 16:9: Widescreen television (16:9)

≥ Standard (Direct View TV) ≥ CRT Projector ≥ LCD TV/Projector ≥ Projection TV ≥ Plasma TV

≥ 0ms

≥ Automatic ≥ Field§: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower. ≥ Frame

≥ Lighter ≥ Darker: When connected through COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/P

: Regular aspect television (4:3)

≥ 20ms ≥40ms ≥ 60ms ≥ 80ms ≥ 100ms

Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.

: When connected through VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT.

B/PR).

∫ “Audio” tab

Dynamic Range Compression

Speaker Settings (➜ page 25)

Set the delay time for your center and surround speakers.

∫ “Display” tab

Menu Language

On-Screen Messages

∫ “Others” tab

FL Dimmer

Change the brightness of the unit’s

Changing the player settings

display.

QUICK SETUP

Re-initialize Setting

Return all values in the Setup menus to the default settings.

≥ Off ≥ On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low by compressing the range of the lowest sound level

and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)

≥ Center: 0.0 ≥ Surround (L/R): 0.0

≥ English ≥ França is ≥Español

≥ On ≥ Off

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

≥ Ye s ≥ No

≥ Yes: The password screen is shown if “Ratings” (➜ page 23) is set. Please enter the same password.

After “INIT” on the display disappears, turn the unit off and on again.

≥ No

/1.0/2.0/3.0/4.0/5.0 ms /5.0/10.0/15.0 ms

≥ Dim

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Changing the delay time of the speakers

(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)

(Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.

: Actual speaker position

: Ideal speaker position

: Primary listening distance

Approximate room dimensions

Circle of constant primary listening distance

If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting.

a Center speaker b Surround speaker

Difference (Approx.) Setting Difference (Approx.) Setting

30 cm (1 foot) 1.0 ms 150 cm (5 feet) 5.0 ms

60 cm (2 feet) 2.0 ms 300 cm (10 feet) 10.0 ms

90 cm (3 feet) 3.0 ms 450 cm (15 feet) 15.0 ms

120 cm (4 feet) 4.0 ms

150 cm (5 feet) 5.0 ms

1Press [3, 4] to select the delay time box and press [ENTER]. 2Press [3, 4] to adjust the delay time and press [ENTER].

Center delay time

0.0

Exit

Surround delay time

To finish the speaker setting

Press [2] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

When you change the surround speaker setting for Dolby Digital, the setting also changes for Dolby Pro Logic II. e.g., the settings for Music are the same as those for Dolby Digital.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Pro Logic II

Music Movie

0 ms 0 ms 10 ms

5 ms 5 ms 15 ms

10 ms 10 ms 20 ms

15 ms 15 ms 25 ms

Language code list

Abkhazian: 6566 Afar: 6565 Afrikaans: 6570 Albanian: 8381 Ameharic: 6577 Arabic: 6582 Armenian: 7289 Assamese: 6583 Aymara: 6589 Azerbaijani: 6590 Bashkir: 6665 Basque: 6985 Bengali, Bangla: 6678 Bhutani: 6890 Bihari: 6672 Breton: 6682 Bulgarian: 6671 Burmese: 7789 Byelorussian: 6669 Cambodian: 7577 Catalan: 6765 Chinese: 9072 Corsican: 6779 Croatian: 7282 Czech: 6783

Danish: 6865 Dutch: 7876 English: 6978 Esperanto: 6979 Estonian: 6984 Faroese: 7079 Fiji: 7074 Finnish: 7073 French: 7082 Frisian: 7089 Galician: 7176 Georgian: 7565 German: 6869 Greek: 6976 Greenlandic: 7576 Guarani: 7178 Gujarati: 7185 Hausa: 7265 Hebrew: 7387 Hindi: 7273 Hungarian: 7285 Icelandic: 7383 Indonesian: 7378 Interlingua: 7365 Irish: 7165

Italian: 7384 Japanese: 7465 Javanese: 7487 Kannada: 7578 Kashmiri: 7583 Kazakh: 7575 Kirghiz: 7589 Korean: 7579 Kurdish: 7585 Laotian: 7679 Latin: 7665 Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Lingala: 7678 Lithuanian: 7684 Macedonian: 7775 Malagasy: 7771 Malay: 7783 Malayalam: 7776 Maltese: 7784 Maori: 7773 Marathi: 7782 Moldavian: 7779 Mongolian: 7778 Nauru: 7865 Nepali: 7869

Norwegian: 7879 Oriya: 7982 Pashto, Pushto: 8083 Persian: 7065 Polish: 8076 Portuguese: 8084 Punjabi: 8065 Quechua: 8185 Rhaeto-Romance:

8277 Romanian: 8279 Russian: 8285 Samoan: 8377 Sanskrit: 8365 Scots Gaelic: 7168 Serbian: 8382 Serbo-Croatian: 8372 Shona: 8378 Sindhi: 8368 Singhalese: 8373 Slovak: 8375 Slovenian: 8376 Somali: 8379 Spanish: 6983 Sundanese: 8385 Swahili: 8387

Swedish: 8386 Tagalog: 8476 Tajik: 8471 Tamil: 8465 Tatar: 8484 Telugu: 8469 Thai: 8472 Tibetan: 6679 Tigrinya: 8473 Tonga: 8479 Turkish: 8482 Turkmen: 8475 Twi: 8487 Ukrainian: 8575 Urdu: 8582 Uzbek: 8590 Vietnamese: 8673 Volapük: 8679 Welsh: 6789 Wolof: 8779 Xhosa: 8872 Yiddish: 7473 Yoruba: 8979 Zulu: 9085

Changing the player settings

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Using the AM/FM Radio

Selecting the preset channels

TUNER/BAND

Numbered

buttons

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

MEMORY SELECTOR

-TUNE MODE / -

FM MODE

Using the AM/FM Radio

Radio operations are described mainly with the remote control. You can alternatively use the corresponding button on the main unit.

§1

[SELECTOR]

§2

[X TUNING W]

§3

[MEMORY]

TUNING

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.

≥ When selecting a 2-digit number

e.g. To select “12”, press [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

Alternatively, press [X, W] to select the channel.

≥ To perform this step on the main unit, first press [-TUNE MODE] to

select “PRESET”, and then press [X TUNING W] to select the channel.

When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, “ST” lights in the display.

PL D

PRG DTS MODE

RDS

APSTY

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

∫ If noise is excessive

When “FM” is selected

Press and hold [—FM MODE] on the main unit to display “MONO”.

MONO

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

Press and hold [—FM MODE] again to cancel the mode. ≥ The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

When “AM” is selected

Press [FUNCTIONS] on the remote control.

Each time you press the button: BP 2()BP 1

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

Presetting stations automatically

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press [6, 5]§2 to tune to the lowest frequency

(FM: 87.9 or 87.5, AM: 520).

≥ When performing this step on the main unit, first press

[-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”, and then press [XTUNINGW] to tune to the lowest frequency (FM: 87.9 or 87.5, AM: 520).

Press and hold [ENTER]§3.

Release the button when “FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO” is displayed.

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. ≥ “SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio

tunes to the last preset station.

≥ “ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is unsuccessful.

Preset the channels manually (➜ right).

Manual tuning

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “FM” or “AM”.

Press [6, 5]§2 to select the frequency.

≥ When performing this step on the main unit, first press

[-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”, and then press [XTUNINGW] to select the frequency.

≥ To start automatic tuning, press and hold [6, 5]§2 until the

frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.

∫ Presetting the channel

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1 While listening to the radio broadcast

Press [ENTER]

2 While the frequency and “PGM” are flashing on the display

Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.

≥ When selecting a 2-digit number

e.g. To select “12”, press [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].

Alternatively, press [X, W], and then press [ENTER]

§3

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

§3

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is

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∫ FM frequency step

Main unit only

The step is factory-set to 0.2-MHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated in 0.1-MHz steps.

1 Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM”.

2 Press and hold [SELECTOR].

After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.

To return to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2.

[Note]

After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be cleared. Preset them again.

Using an outdoor antenna (optional)

Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.

≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use. ≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

FM outdoor antenna [Using a television antenna (not included)]

≥ Disconnect the FM indoor antenna. ≥ The antenna should be installed by a competent technician. Rework your outdoor antenna’s 75 ≠ coaxial cable as follows.

75 ≠ coaxial cable

(not included)

Antenna plug

(not included)

1 Remove a piece of the outer

vinyl insulator.

10 mm (

/32z)

2 Carefully pull the tabs

apart to remove the cover.

LOOP

ANT GND

Leave the AM loop antenna connected.

FM ANT

ANT

EXT

3 Install the coaxial cable.

Clamp the cable conductor, and wind it on so that it does not contact anything else.

AM outdoor antenna [Using a vinyl wire (not included)]

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location.

5 to 12 m (16 to 39 feet)

4 Attach the cover.

Using the AM/FM Radio

10 mm (

/32z)

7mm (

Peel back

/32z)

Clamp with pliers

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Using the XM® Satellite Radio

RDS

SRD

HDCD

RND

SFC

PRG

RND

SAMPLE

TGG

OMONOSLPSSTST

CTCT

H.BH.B

Displaying the XM Satellite Radio ID

TUNER/BAND

Numbered

buttons

ENTER

FL DISPLAY

PLAY MODE

MEMORY SELECTOR

Satellite Radio

-TUNE MODE

TUNING

Using the XM

Radio operations are described mainly with the remote control. You can alternatively use the corresponding button on the main unit.

§1

[SELECTOR]

Introducing XM Satellite Radio

XM Satellite Radio is the provider of satellite radio with more than 6 million subscribers. XM offers more than 170 digital radio channels with music, talk, news, sports, comedy, traffic and weather reports. For more information, visit XM on the Web at www.xmradio.com.

How to Subscribe

XM monthly service subscription sold separately. XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system required to receive XM service (sold separately). Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. XM Ready is a trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc.

≥

To subscribe, visit XM on the Web at www.xmradio.com or call XM’s Listener Care at 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). You should have your Radio ID ready; the Radio ID can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio.

§2

[X TUNING W]

§3

[MEMORY]

§4

[-TUNE MODE]

XM display examples

You can confirm your XM Satellite Radio ID necessary for activating XM Satellite Radio as follows.

Connect the XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system

(➜ page 7).

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “XM”.

Press [PLAY MODE]§4 to select “MANUAL”.

Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET

Press [0] to select “XM 0” (XM channel 0).

“RADIO ID” is indicated in the display briefly, followed by an 8-digit alphanumeric ID. ≥ The indications are displayed alternately.

ISC SFC

MOD

e.g.

Note your XM Satellite Radio ID here.

≥ To avoid ambiguity, the letters I, O, S and F are not used in the ID.

≥ To exit, press [6, 5]

ISC

§2

MONOSLPST

MON

to select another channel.

H.BA

Positioning the XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system for optimal reception

The main unit has a signal strength indicator function that allows you to optimize the XM signal reception.

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “XM”.

≥ Ensure the antenna is connected (➜ page 7).

Press and hold [FL DISPLAY] until the XM signal status

is displayed.

Signal strength:

DISC SFC

PRG

S ODE DS

Satellite signal Terrestrial signal

Position the antenna for the best possible satellite

signal reception.

As you position the antenna, the display changes depending on the signal strength. ≥ If the satellite signal is weak or not available, you can optimize for

the terrestrial signal (where available).

Press [FL DISPLAY] to return to the previous display.

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

H.BASS

RND

SRD

HDCD

PGM

4 (strong) 3 (good) 2 (marginal) 1 (weak) 0 (no signal)

2 (two)

5 (five) or S

6 (six)

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8 (eight)

0 (zero) or O

Tips for optimizing reception

≥ To prevent interference with wireless equipment, place the antenna

away from this unit, Panasonic wireless sound system SH-FX80, Panasonic wireless system SH-FX50/SH-FX60, and other equipment that emits radio waves (such as radio equipment and microwave ovens).

≥ Place the antenna near a south-facing window with an unobstructed

view of the sky for the best satellite signal reception.

≥ Refer also to the operating instructions of your XM Connect & Play or

XMPassport system.

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Selecting XM channels by direct entry

Presetting your favorite XM channels

XM channels can be selected manually by directly entering the XM channel number.

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “XM”.

Press [PLAY MODE]§4 to select “MANUAL”.

Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET

Press the numbered buttons to select the XM channel.

≥ When selecting a 2-digit or 3-digit number, first press [S10] once

or twice respectively, and then press the numbered buttons. e.g. To select “125”, press [S10] ➜ [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] ➜ [5].

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

Alternatively, press [6, 5] ≥ Press and hold [6, 5]

MONO

SLPSTCT

D.MIX

§2

to select the desired XM channel.

§2

to scan through quickly.

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

Selecting XM channels by category

XM channels are organized into categories such as Rock, Classical, Country and Dance to make browsing and selecting broadcast content easier.

Press [TUNER/BAND]§1 to select “XM”.

Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to enter category tune mode.

“CAT ON” (CATEGORY ON) is displayed briefly, and then the category of the current XM channel flashes on the display.

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

e.g.

While the category is flashing on the display

Press [3, 4] to select a category.

CD DVD

DTS

MODE

RDS

PRG

APSPTY

DISC SFC

≥ Press and hold [3, 4] to scan through quickly.

While the selected category is flashing on the display

Press [2,1] to select a channel in the current category.

≥ Press and hold [2, 1] to scan through quickly. The XM channel number and name are displayed briefly, and then the current category flashes on the display.

Press [ENTER] to exit category tune mode.

After “CAT OFF” (CATEGORY OFF) is displayed, the XM channel number and name are displayed briefly, followed by the XM channel information. ≥ The XM channel information shown depends on the display mode

setting (➜ right).

[Note]

≥ Category tune mode will be canceled automatically after approximately

15 seconds if there is no user input.

≥ The display mode setting (➜ right) cannot be changed while in category

tune mode.

≥ The signal strength indicator function (➜ page 28) cannot be activated

while in category tune mode.

≥ XM channel selection by category enables you to narrow down your

choices to channels belonging to a broadcasting category of your choice and then to select a favorite channel from the chosen category. Available categories vary according to broadcasting hours. The unit does not display categories with no broadcasting XM channel. Some XM channels belong to two categories; a primary and secondary

≥

category, either of which can be used for XM channel selection. Although you may have selected an XM channel from its secondary category (e.g. DANCE), after exiting and then re-entering category tune mode, the primary category of the XM channel is displayed (e.g. DECADES).

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

SRD

H.BASS

RND

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

HDCD

PGM

Channel presets allow you to quickly and conveniently select your favorite XM channels. Up to 15 XM channels can be stored as channel presets.

Select the desired XM channel.

While listening to the XM radio broadcast

Press [ENTER]§3.

While the XM channel and “PGM” are flashing on the display

Press the numbered buttons to select a channel preset.

≥ When selecting a 2-digit number

e.g. To select “12”, press [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].

DISC SFC

PRG

DTS

MODE

DVD

RDS

APSPTY

Alternatively, press [X, W] to select the channel preset, and then press [ENTER]

§3

to confirm.

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

≥ An XM channel previously stored in a channel preset is overwritten

when another XM channel is stored in the same channel preset.

≥ XM channel 0 (RADIO ID) cannot be stored as a channel preset.

∫ Selecting the channel presets

1 While listening to the XM radio broadcast

Press [PLAY MODE]

Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET

2 Press the numbered buttons to select the desired channel

preset.

≥ When selecting a 2-digit number

e.g. To select “12”, press [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].

DTS

DVD

Alternatively, press [X, W] to select the desired channel preset.

Displaying the XM channel information

The display mode setting can be changed to display information about the broadcast content such as the category, song title or artist’s name.

While listening to the XM radio broadcast

Press [FL DISPLAY].

Each time you press the button:

XM channel number

^----ARTIST NAME,----SONG TITLE ,----CATEGORY ,----}

≥ The XM channel number and name are displayed briefly whenever the

XM channel is changed.

≥ If the text information is more than 8 characters long (SONG TITLE or

ARTIST NAME only), the first 8 characters are displayed briefly, and then the remaining text is scrolled across the display (up to a total of 16 characters).

[Note]

≥ If there is no text information for the current XM broadcast, “

displayed.

≥ For text information more than 8 characters long (SONG TITLE or

ARTIST NAME only), after the text has scrolled, press [FL DISPLAY] to scroll the text again. Press [FL DISPLAY] while the text is scrolling to change the display mode.

≥ Whenever the main unit is turned off, or another source is selected, the

display mode is reset to the factory preset (XM channel name).

-----------------------. XM channel name (factory preset)

PRG

MODE

RDS

APSPTY

§4

to select “PRESET”.

DISC SFC

D.MIX

MONO

SLPSTCT

SRD

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

RND

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” is

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Satellite Radio

Using the XM

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Using sound effects

DVD

VOLUME

SUBWOOFER LEVEL

SFC

CH SELECT,

TEST

[Note]

≥ When connected with headphones or the Rear Music Port (➜ page 32),

Surround Music and the following sound effects may not be available or have no effect. (Excluding Sound Field Control: HEAVY, CLEAR or SOFT)

≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound

effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off.

≥ If you turn on Dolby Pro Logic II, Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT

or MUSIC) is canceled.

Using sound effects

Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control

To enjoy the following sound quality settings, ensure that Surround Music (➜ page 14) is turned off.

Press [SFC].

Each time you press the button: FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset). MOVIE: Use this mode when playing movie software. SPORT: Simulates sound to make you feel like you are at a spor ts event. MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo sources. HEAVY: Adds punch to rock. CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds. SOFT: For background music.

≥ To check the current setting, press [SFC]. ≥ MOVIE, SPORT

is on, or when playing a disc recorded with a multi-channel source.

≥ You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best

surround effect (➜ page 31, Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments).

and MUSIC are not available when Dolby Pro Logic II

C.FOCUS

Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus

This applies to discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channe l.

You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television.

Press and hold [—C.FOCUS].

Each time you press and hold the button:

C FOCUS ON,------.C FOCUS OFF

≥ This does not work when Surround Music (➜ page 14) or Sound Field

Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.

≥ This also works when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.

Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5-channel surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround) from stereo sound sources, whether or not it has been specifically Dolby Surround encoded.

Press [ÎPLII].

Each time you press the button: Movie: Movie software, recorded in Dolby Surround. Music: Stereo sources Off: Cancel

≥ This works only in DVD/CD mode. ≥ “ÎPLII” lights when there is effect. ≥ Dolby Pro Logic II is canceled when Surround Music is turned on.

CD DVD

DTS

PRG

MODE

RDS

APSPTY

Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level

You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playing source.

Press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL].

≥ [DVD-V] [DVD-VR]

SUB W 4 (factory preset)

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

≥ When another source is selected

SUB W 2 (factory preset)

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

≥ To check the current setting, press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL]. ≥ The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play the

same type of source, except when Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.

When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, the factory presets are as follows: – MOVIE: SUB W 4 – SPORT: SUB W 2 – MUSIC: SUB W 1

#SUB W 1 #SUB W 2 #SUB W 3

#SUB W 3 #SUB W 4 #SUB W 1

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Operating other equipment

Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments

This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects.

Preparation

Press [DVD].

While stopped and no on-screen display is shown

Press and hold [—TEST] to output a test signal.

≥ To stop the test signal, press and hold [—TEST] again.

L: Front left C: Center R: Front right RS: Right surround LS: Left surround

≥ There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.

Press [VOLUME, r] or [s] to set the volume level

normally used for listening.

Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the

speaker level for each speaker.

≥ Adjust the speaker levels to the same level as the front speakers.

C, RS, LS: `6dB to i6dB

∫ To adjust speaker level during play

[Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when Dolby Pro Logic II or Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, and Surround Music is off.]

1 Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker.

#C #R #RS #LS #SW

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

SW: Subwoofer

≥ You can adjust SW only if the disc includes a subwoofer

channel.

≥ “SW” does not appear on the display and is not adjustable

when “ÎPLII” is lit.

≥ “S” appears on the display when “MOVIE”, “SPORT” or

“MUSIC” is selected with Sound Field Control (➜ page 30). In this case, you can adjust both surround speaker levels at the same time using [3, 4].

6dB to i6dB

2 Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker

level for each speaker.

C, RS, LS, SW: `6dB to i6dB (L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)

≥ To adjust the balance of the front speakers, while “L” or “R” is

selected, press [2, 1].

TV/VIDEO

You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment referring to “Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection” (➜ page 9).

TV VOLUME

AUX

[Note]

The remote control may not work properly with some models.

Operating the television

Aim the remote control at the television.

Turning the television on/off

Press [Í TV].

Switching the television’s video input mode

Press [TV/VIDEO].

Adjusting the volume

Press [r, s TV VOLUME].

Using sound effects / Operating other equipment

To play audio from your television through your home theater system

Select “AUX” as the source, reduce the volume on the television to its minimum, and control the volume on the main unit.

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Using other useful functions

R H

Using headphones

SLEEP

Setting the sleep timer

Press and hold [—SLEEP].

While the time is shown

Using other useful functions

Press [—SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).

SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90

^""""" OFF(_ SLEEP120(__}

DTS

PRG

MODE

RDS

MUSIC P. /AUX

VOLUME

MUTING

MONO

SLP

Main unit only

Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not

included).

Headphone plug type: ‰3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug

VOLUME

Adjust headphone volume with [VOLUME].

≥ Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo.

[Note]

To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time.

Using the Music Port

The Music Port allows you to connect and enjoy music from an external device (e.g. MP3 player) through your home theater system.

Preparation

To avoid distor ted sound, make sure that any equalizer function of your

SRD

external device is turned off.

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

Reduce the volume and connect the external device

(not included).

Plug type: ‰3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug

When using the front MUSIC PORT

SURROUND MUSIC

VOLUME

To cancel the timer

While the time is shown, press [—SLEEP] to select “OFF”.

To confirm the remaining time

Press and hold [—SLEEP] again.

To change the setting

External device

Reduce the volume before connecting.

Repeat the procedure from the beginning.

When using the rear MUSIC PORT

AC IN

MUSIC PORT

Muting the sound

External device

Reduce the volume before connecting.

Press [MUTING].

“MUTING” flashes on the unit’s display.

MONO

SLP

CD DVD

DTS

MODE

RDS

PRG

APSPTY

To cancel

≥ Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum “VOL 0”, and

then raise it to the required level.

≥ Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.

Press [MUSIC P./AUX] to select “FRONT MUSIC P.” or

“REAR MUSIC P.”.

FRONT MUSIC P._----)REAR MUSIC P.§---)AUX

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

MONO

“REAR MUSIC P.” can be selected only when the digital

transceiver card is inserted into the main unit (➜ page 7).

Adjust the external device volume to a normal listening

level, and then adjust the volume of the main unit with [VOLUME].

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≥ You can enjoy surround sound when you press

[SURROUND MUSIC] on the main unit (except when “REAR MUSIC P.” is selected).

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the table do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38.

Power Page

No power. ≥ Insert the AC power supply cord securely. 9

The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.

Unresponsive or inoperable function

No response when any buttons are pressed.

No response when remote control buttons are pressed.

Cannot play DVDs. ≥ CD Mode is on. Press and hold [—CD MODE] to turn CD Mode off. 16 No picture or sound. ≥ Check the video or speaker connection.

You have forgotten your ratings password.

Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.

Specific operation undesirable or unexpected

It takes time before play starts.

[MP3]

Folders on a data CD are not displayed correctly. [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

A menu screen appears during skip or search. [VCD]

Playback control menu does not appear. [VCD]

Program and Random play do not work. [DVD-V]

Selecting audio soundtrack “2” does not change the audio. [DVD-A]

Play restarts from the beginning when the soundtrack is changed.

[DVD-A]

Scenes are skipped intermittently. [DVD-VR] [DVD-V]

with playback control

Subtitle

Subtitle position is wrong. ≥ Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu) 22 No subtitles. ≥ Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Main menu) 20

Subtitles overlap the closed captions.

Marker

Cannot add markers. ≥You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM.

A-B repeat

Point B is automatically set. ≥ The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached. —

Sound abnormal or improper

Sound is distorted. ≥ Noise may occur when playing WMA. — Effects do not work. ≥ Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs. — Humming is heard during play. ≥ An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the main unit or wireless system. Keep other

No sound ≥ There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed. —

Menus

The Setup menu cannot be accessed.

≥ The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit. 32

≥ This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions. ≥

The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external

Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power

factor. supply cord, and then reconnect it.

≥ Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate. ≥ Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

≥ The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. ≥ Aim the remote control at the display and operate.

≥ Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment. ≥ Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

≥ While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [∫] (Stop) on the main unit and [S10]

on the remote control until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again. All settings will return to the default values.

≥ Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the

correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal.

≥ Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer. —

≥ This is normal for Video CDs. —

≥ Press [∫ STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY]. —

≥ These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos. —

≥ Even if a second soundtrack is not recorded, two numbers are normally shown. —

≥ This is normal for DVD-Audio. —

≥ If you change the volume or sound effects during Advanced Disc Review, the function continues

without the on-screen display. Cancel the function.

≥ Clear the subtitles. 20

≥ If the disc’s elapsed play time does not appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers.

appliances and cables away from the main unit and wireless system.

≥ Select “DVD/CD” as the source. ≥ Cancel Program and Random play.

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Picture abnormal or unviewable Page

The picture on the television is not displayed correctly or disappears.

Picture size does not fit the screen.

Menu is not displayed correctly. ≥ Restore the zoom ratio to “k1.00”. (“Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

Auto zoom function does not work well.

Progressive video

There is ghosting when progressive is on.

Pictures not in progressive output.

Closed captions not displayed. ≥ When progressive output is on, closed captions will not be displayed. —

Listening to the radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard. “ST” flickers or does not light.

A beat sound is heard. ≥ Turn the television off or move it away from the unit. —

A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

Wireless system

No sound. ≥ Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.

Sound is mixed. ≥ When the selected source on the main unit is not “REAR MUSIC P.”, audio from an external device

Unit displays

The display is dark. ≥Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” tab. 24 “NOPLAY” ≥ You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

“NODISC” ≥ You have not inserted a disc; insert one.

“F61” ≥ Check and correct the speaker cable connections.

Troubleshooting guide

“DVD U11” ≥ Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean. 12 “ERROR” ≥ Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again. — “DVD H∑∑”

∑∑ stands for a number.

“[W]” is flashing.

(When using the wireless system and digital transceiver)

“D.MIX” is flashing. [DVD-A] ≥ Down-mixing is the process of remixing the multiple-channel audio found on some discs into two

“XM RADIO” ≥It takes a short time for the XM radio to power up after turning on the main unit, during which time

“XM ERROR” ≥ An error in the XM radio module has been detected.

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≥ Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video

cassette recorder.

≥ Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance. ≥ If you are using an indoor television, change to an outdoor antenna. ≥ The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.

≥ Change “TV Aspect” in the “Video” tab. ≥ Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “4:3

Aspect” in Display Menu.

≥ Change the zoom setting. (“Just Fit Zoom” or “Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

≥ Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”. ≥ Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”.

≥ Turn off television’s zoom function. ≥ Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment. ≥ Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the

type of disc.

≥ This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be

corrected if you use interlaced output. Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i”.)

≥ Select “480p” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu. ≥ The unit’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if “PRG” is

displayed.

≥ Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. ≥ Use an outdoor antenna.

≥ Separate the antenna from other cables. —

≥ Ensure that the wireless system is plugged into the AC outlet, and “[W]” is displayed on the main

unit’s display.

connected to the rear MUSIC PORT is mixed with audio from the main unit (e.g. listening to music from an MP3 player while playing a DVD). Select “REAR MUSIC P.” as the source. Alter natively, disconnect the external device.

≥ You inserted a blank disc. ≥ You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.

≥ You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.

≥ Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” depends on the status of the unit. Turn the

unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then reconnect it.

≥ If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.—— ≥ There is no link between the main unit and the wireless system. Check that the wireless system is

plugged into the AC outlet.

≥ Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.

channels. The disc contains single-channel or multiple-channel signals which may not be reproduced authentically.

“XM RADIO” is displayed (only when the selected source is XM). Wait a few seconds for this process to complete.

Turn the main unit off, and then back on to clear the error.

≥ If the error message persists, the XM radio module may need repair.

For repair work, refer to “Customer Services Directory” in the limited warranty section of this manual.

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Television displays Page

“/” ≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. —

“Cannot display group xx, content xx”

“This disc may not be played in your region”

No on-screen display. ≥ Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in the “Display” tab. 24

≥ You are trying to display incompatible contents. —

≥ Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region number as the one on the rear panel of

this unit can be played.

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XM Satellite Radio advisory messages

“ANTENNA” is flashing. ≥ The

“UPDATING” is flashing. ≥ The

“NO SIGNL” is flashing. ≥ The XM signal is too weak.

“LOADING” is flashing. ≥

“OFF AIR” is flashing. ≥ The selected XM channel is not currently broadcasting.

“XM

---

” is displayed. ≥ The selected XM channel is not available.

“

---

” is displayed. ≥Supplemental text information, such as the song title or artist’s name is not available for that

You can receive only promotional XM channels

XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system

Check the connection and make sure the antenna cable is not damaged.

XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system

Wait a few seconds for the update to complete.

≥ You may have selected an XM channel that has been blocked, or is no longer available with your

subscription package. If you want to inquire about receiving the channel, call XM’s Listener Care at 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346).

Reorient the

The XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system is receiving and decoding the broadcast information. Wait a few seconds for loading to complete.

Select a different channel.

particular broadcast. You can change the type of XM channel information that is displayed by pressing [FL DISPLAY].

≥

Your XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system has not been activated, or your subscription has expired. To activate your on the Web at www.xmradio.com or call XM’s Listener Care at 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346). You should have your Radio ID ready

XM Connect & Play or XMPassport system

is not properly connected.

is being updated with the latest encryption code.

for better reception.

, or to renew your subscription,

visit XM

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Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 110 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch 90 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center Ch 225 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Subwoofer Ch 225 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 850 W

FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 40 W per channel (3 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD Surround Ch 70 W per channel (4 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD Center Ch 75 W per channel (6 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD Subwoofer Ch 65 W per channel (6 ≠), 45 Hz–120 Hz, 1% THD Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power 360 W

FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION

Preset Memory FM 15 stations

Frequency Modulation (FM)

Frequency range 87.9–107.9 MHz (200-kHz step)

87.5–108.0 MHz (100-kHz step) Sensitivity 2.5 µV (IHF) S/N 26 dB 2.2 µV Antenna terminals 75 ≠ (unbalanced)

Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW)

Frequency range 520– 1710 kHz (10-kHz step) AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 1000 kHz 560 µV/m

Phone jack

Ter minal Stereo, 3.5 mm (

Music Port (Front)

Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7 Ter minal Stereo, 3.5 mm (

AM/MW 15 stations

/8z

) jack

/8z

) jack

DISC SECTION

Discs played [8 cm (3z) or 12 cm (5z)]

(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio) (2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG

§4, 5

) (3) DVD-R (DVD-Video) (4) DVD-RW (DVD-Video) (5) iR/iRW (Vi deo) (6) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD

§4, 5

, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)]

JPEG

§1

Conforming to IEC62107

§2

MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3

§3

Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 Class 2A Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)

§4

Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files

§1

, MP3

§2, 5

Picture resolution: between 320k240 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0). Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed.

§5

The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio and picture contents and groups: 4000 audio and picture contents and 400 groups.

Pick up

Wavelength (DVD/CD) 662/785 nm Laser power (DVD/CD) CLASS II/CLASS I

Audio output (Disc)

Number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)

VIDEO SECTION

Video system NTSC Composite video output

≠

Output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠) Terminal Pin jack (1 system)

S-video output

Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠) C output level NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 ≠) Terminal S terminal (1 system)

Component video output (480p/480i)

Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠) P

B output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

R output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

Ter minal Pin jack (Y: green, P

B: blue, PR: red) (1 system)

, WMA

§3, 5

Specifications

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SPEAKER SECTION GENERAL

[Front\speakers\SB-FS440]

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 3 ≠

Full range 6.5 cm (2

Input power (IEC) 110 W

/2z) Cone type

§6

(Max)

Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 102 Hz–25 kHz (j16 dB)

113 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)

Dimensions (WtHtD) 92 mmk273 mmk95.4 mm

/8zk103/4zk33/4z)

Mass 0.84 kg (1.85 lbs)

[Surround\speakers\SB-FS441]

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠

Full range 6.5 cm (2

Input power (IEC) 90 W

/2z) Cone type

§6

(Max)

Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 96 Hz– 25 kHz (j16 dB)

120 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)

Dimensions (WtHtD) 92 mmk135 mmk95.4 mm

(35/8zk55/16zk33/4z)

Mass 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs)

[Center\speaker\SB-PC640]

Type 1 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 6 ≠

1. Full range 6.5 cm (2

2. Full range 6.5 cm (2

Input power (IEC) 250 W

/2z) Cone type

§6

(Max)

Output sound pressure 84 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 105 Hz–25 kHz (j16 dB)

125 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)

Dimensions (WtHtD) 270 mmk92 mmk95.4 mm

(105/8zk35/8zk33/4z)

Mass 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)

[Subwoofer\SB-W440]

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 6 ≠

Woofer 16 cm (6

/2z) Cone type

Input power (IEC) 250 W (Max) Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 32 Hz–220 Hz (j16 dB)

38 Hz– 180 Hz (j10 dB)

Dimensions (WtHtD) 183 mmk396 mmk267 mm

/32zk1519/32zk101/2z)

Mass 4kg (8.8 lbs)

Powe r supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption Main unit 125 W Dimensions (WtHtD) 430 mmk70 mmk439.2 mm

Mass Main unit 4.7 kg (10.36 Ibs) Operating temperature range r5 oC to r35 oC (r41 oF to r95 oF) Operating humidity range 5 % to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode approx. 0.5 W

WIRELESS SYSTEM AND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

[AMPLIFIER\SECTION]

RMS output power stereo mode

Surround Ch (both ch driven) 65 W per channel (4≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Total RMS stereo mode power 130 W

FTC output power stereo mode

Surround Ch (both ch driven) 40 W per channel (4≠), 20 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD Total FTC stereo mode power 80 W

[RF\SECTION]

Wireless module

Frequency range 2.402 to 2.480 GHz RF output power 19 dBm (Max) RF output impedance 50 ≠

Music Port (Rear)

Sensitivity 100 mV Input impedance 4.7 k≠ Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm (

[GENERAL]

Powe r supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption Digital transceiver 0.85 W

Dimensions (WtHtD) Digital transceiver

Mass Digital transceiver 0.03 kg (0.07 Ibs)

Operating temperature range r5 oC to r35 oC (r41 oF to r95 oF) Operating humidity range 5 % to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode Transmit mode 0.5 W

§6

Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier

615/16zk

23/4zk

1719/64z

/8z) jack

Wireless system 30 W

97 mmk47.5 mmk8.5 mm

(313/16zk

Wireless system

89 mmk189 mmk180 mm

(31/2zk

17/8zk11/32z

77/16zk

73/32z

Wireless system 0.7 kg (1.5 Ibs)

Receive mode 1.2 W

)

[Note]

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

2. Total harmonic distor tion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.

Specifications

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Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in mater ials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name Parts Labor

Audio Products (except items listed below) One (1) year One (1) year

USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer Card Adapters (in exchange for defective item)

Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, Microphones, Adapters

Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/-RAM Discs (in exchange for defective item)

SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery Packs (in exchange for defective item)

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

One (1) year

Ninety (90)

days

Ten (10)

days

Ninety (90)

days

Not

Applicable

Ninety (90)

days

Not

Applicable

Not

Applicable

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-

7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.

Limited Warranty Li mits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. T HE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As

examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty per iod, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

Limited Warranty

http://www.pasc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[email protected]

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910

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User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE

DEALER NAME

DEALER ADDRESS

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 SC-HT441W

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Listening caution

EST. 1924

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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.

SERIAL NUMBER

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.

Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.

HighMAT™ and the HighMAT logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

, HDCD Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114, with other patents pending.

, High Definition Compatible Digital® and

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Accessories

∏

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of June 2006. These may be subject to change.)

To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 38.

1 Remote control

(N2QAYZ000001)

2 Remote control batteries

∏ 1 Video cable

(K2KA2BA00001)

∏ 1 AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00002)

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 deter mined 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 har mful 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

∏ 1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L)

∏ 2 AC power supply cords

(K2CB2CB00018)

∏ 2 Sheets of speaker cable

stickers

442

WOOFER

Rch

SURROUND

FRONT

SUB

SURROUND

FRONT

SUB

Rch

WOOFER

Lch Lch

CENTER

SURROUND

FRONT

SURROUND

FRONT

CENTER

Lch

-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.

(Inside of product)

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.

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

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

C 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Printed in Malaysia F0606KN0

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

RQT8779-P

Panasonic SC-HT441W User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

STEP1 Positioning the speakers

STEP2 Speaker connections

Connecting the surround speaker cables to the wireless system

STEP3 Radio and digital transceiver connections

Connecting the digital transceiver

STEP4 Audio and video connections

Basic audio connection

Basic video connection

STEP6 Preparing the remote control

STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP

Control reference guide

Disc caution Maintenance

Product Service

Glossary

Basic play

Convenient functions

Playing data discs using navigation menus

Using on-screen menus

Using the AM/FM Radio

Selecting the preset channels

Presetting stations automatically

Manual tuning

Using an outdoor antenna (optional)

Using sound effects

Operating other equipment

Using other useful functions

Troubleshooting guide

Specifications

Limited Warranty

Accessories