Panasonic SCHT56 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No.

SC-HT56

Dear customer

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

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

The warranty can be found on page 23.

A s an EN ER G Y S T A R Pa rt n er , Pa na so nic ha s de te rmined that this pr o duc t mee ts th e ENE RGY STAR guidelines for energy efﬁciency.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety

Read 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 def ea t the saf ety pur po se of the p ola ri zed 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 co mmuni ca tions . Howeve r, t here is no guaran te e that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment d oe s cause ha rmful interfer en ce to r ad io or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:



Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.



Increase the se pa ration between t he equi pm ent 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.

unauthorized changes or modiﬁcations to this equipment

Any would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Th is devi ce com pli es wit h Par t 15 of the F CC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094

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

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

10) particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)

On ly use atta chm ent s/a cce sso rie s spe cif ied b y the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

WARNING:

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

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

• MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

• DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE

• ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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

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

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System SC-HT56

EST. 192 4

AV Control Receiver SA-HT56

Front speakers SB-HF56

Surround speakers SB-HS760

Center speaker SB-HC760

Subwoofer SB-HWX50

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of September 2008. These may be subject to change.) To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 23.

Before use

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

Supplied accessories ...................................................... 3

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

The remote control .......................................................... 4

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

Remote control ............................................................4

Main unit/Display ......................................................... 5

STEP 1 Speaker setup ....................................................6

Placement of speakers ................................................ 6

Connect the speakers to the receiver ........................ 6

Other speaker setup options ...................................... 7

Wireless system connection ......................................7

STEP 2 Home theater connections ............................... 8

HDMI and VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

High-quality audio and video simply with HDMI

connection ....................................................................8

Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ........................ 8

TV, BD player/DVD recorder and DVD player ............9

STEP 3 Antenna and AC power supply connections .......10

STEP 4 Auto speaker setup ......................................... 11

Process for auto speaker setup ............................... 11

Troubleshooting for auto speaker setup ................. 12

Settings ..........................................................................13

Distance/Auto setup/Input mode ..............................13

HDMI settings/DRCOMP/Attenuator/TV delay/

Adjusting speaker output level ................................14

Operations

Basic operations ............................................................15

Adding surround effects to stereo sources ............ 15

Using Dolby Pro Logic

Using the Sound Field Control (SFC) ......................... 15

MENU operation .............................................................16

The radio ........................................................................17

Direct tuning/Automatic presetting/Manual

presetting/Selecting channels .................................. 17

Sound ﬁeld

Adjusting the tone/Dimension Control “DIMEN”/ Center Width Control “C-WDTH”/Balance/

Center focus/Adjusting SFC ..................................... 18

Other functions .............................................................. 19

Sleep timer/Muting/Dimmer ...................................... 19

The RESET function ...................................................... 19

Remote control operation guide .................................. 20

Watching DVDs/TV ....................................................20

Operating the DVD recorder/DVD player ................. 20

Operating the TV ........................................................ 20

Changing the remote control code .......................... 21

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

............................................ 15

ΙΙ

Reference

Speciﬁcations ................................................................ 21

Troubleshooting guide ..................................................22

Maintenance ................................................................... 22

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

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

” ................. 8

1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00021)

1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L1)

1 AM loop antenna

(N1D

AAAA00002)

1 Speaker sticker sheet

(RQCXA0013-1)

2 Batteries

1 Calibration microphone

(L0CBAB000125)

1 Remote control

YB000319)

(N2QA

Speaker cables

3.0 m/9.8 ft. x 2 (REEX0449K-2K)

3.0 m/9.8 ft. x 1 (REEX0449K-2M)

8.0 m/26.2 ft. x 2 (REEX0449E-2K)

Listening caution

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

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level:

Start your volume control at a low setting.

• S

• 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 lifetime.

is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s

lowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably

or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a

Supplied accessories/Listening caution

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The remote control

R6/LR6, AA

g Batteries

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

• control. Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

• Do not heat or expose to ﬂame.

• Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct

• sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Use

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

Remote control signal sensor

7 meters (23 feet)

Transmission window

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type

The remote control/Control guide

recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Control guide

Remote control

This page describes the buttons used to control this unit. See the guide at pages 20 and 21 for the buttons that control other units.

[^]

Standby/on button.

[TUNER, ―BAND]

For switching the remote c on tr ol to TUNER mode and selecting TUNER. After selecting TUNER, press and hold to switch between FM and AM.

[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0]

To enter radio frequencies and channels.

[≧10]

To enter two digit channels.

[-AUTO SETUP]

For auto speaker setup.

[u, 2, i, 1, SKIP]

For selecting preset radio channels.

[-EFFECT, ―C.FOCUS]

Use when adjusting Dolby Pro Logic ΙΙ effects. Press and hold to select center focus mode.

[-, +]

Fi rs t sel ec t [- EFFECT] or [ -LEVEL,

—

TEST], then press [-] or [+] to adjust.

[-LEVEL, ―TEST]

Use when adjusting speaker level. Press and hold to start the speaker test signal.

Note

•

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

peration can be affected by strong light sources, such as

•

O direct sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

―

Input mode and remote control mode

To enable selection of radio stations by

To cancel Dolby Pro Logic

For selecting a Dolby Pro Logic ΙΙ mode:

LIVE, POP/ROCK, VOCAL, JAZZ,

DRAMA, ACTION, SPORTS, MUSICAL,

[TV] [BD/DVR,

To adjust the volume.

To mute the volume.

[TUNER DIRECT TUNING]

MOVIE, MUSIC or PANORAMA.

For selecting SFC modes:

DANCE or PARTY.

For selecting SFC modes:

GAME or MONO.

DVD-P]

buttons.

[+, -, VOL]

[MUTING]

frequency.

[OFF]

and SFC.

ΙΙ

[

[MUSIC]

[MOVIE]

]

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Control guide

TUNED

MONO

SLEEP

PCM

kHz

MHz

DIGITAL DTS

2CH MIX

SFC

C.FOCUS

DIGITAL INPUT

Main unit

Standby indicator [^]

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

[8, POWER]

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

[-MENU, ―SETUP, RETURN]

For entering menus and setup to make various settings.

• For returning to previous menus.

•

[TUNE, 2 / 3, 1 / 4]

For tuning the radio and selecting menu or setup items.

[ENTER]

Used during menu or setup operations.

Display

[TUNED, ST, MONO]

Radio indicators

TUNED: A station is tuned ST: A stereo FM broadcast is tuned MONO: You have switched to monaural mode to improve

reception

[SLEEP]

Sleep timer indicator.

General display

hows the input mode, radio frequency and other general

information.

[PCM, C.FOCUS]

PCM: Lights when the PCMFIX mode is set C.FOCUS: Appears when you are using Center Focus

[DIGITAL INPUT]

Lights when input is digital.

[AUTO SPEAKER SETUP]

Flashes during Auto Speaker Setup. Lights when the setup ﬁnishes.

[INPUT SELECTOR, <, >]

For selecting input.

[VOLUME]

Volume control.

[ ] Headphone jack

Plug type:

•

3.5 mm (1/8") stereo Sound does not come from the speakers if you connect headphones. Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent

• hearing damage.

[SETUP MIC] jack

For calibration microphone.

Remote control signal sensor

[ % DIGITAL, DTS, % PLΙΙ]

Lights to indicate the source's input signal and decoding format used.

DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources

DTS: DTS sources

PLΙΙ: Dolby Pro Logic

[SFC, 2CH MIX]

decoder is being used

ΙΙ

SFC: Appears when you are using an SFC mode 2CH MIX: Appears when you are listening to a multi-channel

[M]

source with headphones

Flashes or lights during presetting.

[ft, kHz, MHz]

Distance and frequency unit indicators

ft: feet (speaker distance) kHz: AM, or PCM sampling frequency MHz: FM [W]

Lights when you are using the digital transmitter (➡ page 7). Flashes when there is no link between the main unit and the wi reless system (Fo r details, refer to the o perating instructions for SH-FX67).

Control guide

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DNUORRUS

hcL

DNU

ORRUS

hcL

DNUORRU

DNUORRUS hcR

hcR

hcR D

NUORRU

hcR

DNUORRU

REFOO

BUS

REFOO

REFOOW

BUS

REFOO

hcL

TNORF

ORF

TNORF

ETNEC

RET

RETNEC

RET

TNOR

hcR

TNORF

TNOR

hcR

TNORF

Speaker setup

SUB

WOOFER

Lch

SURROUND

Lch

SURROUND

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

+: White

−: White (Blue line)

FRONT (R)

FRONT (L)

SURROUND (L)

SURROUND (R)

Push!

Speaker cables

Supplied

(3 short, 2 long)

accessories

Placement of speakers.

Placement of speakers

Front

Center speaker

speaker

Speaker setup STEP 1

(L)

Positioning for best effect

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 a thick curtain.

Front

speaker

(R)

Subwoofer

Surround

speaker

(L)

Surround

speaker

(R)

Speaker sticker sheet

Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. Auto Speaker Setup compensates for any differences (➡ pages 11 to 12). The angles in the diagram are approximate.

Front speakers (left, right)

Place

on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that

there is good coherency between the picture and sound.

Center speaker

Place underneath or ab ove the center of the TV . A im the speaker at the seating area.

Surround speakers (left, right)

Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area, higher than ear level.

Subwoofer

The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable distance from the TV. Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output level, but can result in unnatural bass.

Note

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/

) away from the

system for proper ventilation.

Connect the speakers to the receiver

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) o

r reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

Speaker-cable sticker

Insert the wire fully.

not insert the

Do wires beyond the wire insulation.

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PUSH PUSH

Digital transmitter cover

Rear panel of the main unit

TRANSMITTER

DIGITAL

PUSH PUSH

Push!Push!

Turn off all components before making any connections.

• Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately

• unless otherwise indicated. To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate

• operating instructions.

Other speaker setup options

■

Fitting optional speaker stands

(For front, center and surround speakers)

Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them. N

ote the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between

screws as shown in the diagram.

The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lb.).

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

•

■

Attaching to a wall

Example: Surround speaker

Metal screw hole

or attaching to speaker stands.

5.0 mm (

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

You can attach the surround, center and front speakers to a wall.

The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg

•

(22 lb.) per screw. Consult a qualiﬁed building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers.

Drive the screw (not included) into the wall Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s)

Center speaker

At least 30 mm (1

/16")

Front speakers

Plate thickness plus

7.0 mm ( 10 mm (

Speaker stand

(not included)

/32") to

/32")

STEP 1 Speaker setup

Ø4.0 mm (5/32")

Wall or pillar

Ø7.0 mm ( to 9.4 mm (

4.0 mm ( to 6.0 mm (

/32")

/4")

Caution

Use the speakers only with the recommended

• syste m. Failure to do so can damag e the amplifier and speakers, and can cause fire. Consult a qualiﬁed service person if damage occurs or if a sudden change in performance is apparent. Do not at te mp t to attach t he se speakers

• to wa ll s using methods other t han thos e described in this manual.

Wireless system connection

Set your sound free with Panasonic’s wireless

Attach the SH-FX67 digital transmitter for wireless surround sound. You can also connect your portable audio equipment to the wireless system. For details, refer to the operating instructions for SH-FX67.

Note

Rem ove the digital transmitter cover bef ore installing any optional Panasonic wireless accessory.

Replace the cover when the digital transmitter is not in use.•

receiver and speaker systems

/32")

190 mm

/32")

Surround speaker

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

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

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

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

Notes on front speakers

These speakers do not have magnetic shielding. Do not place them near televisions, personal computers or other devices easily inﬂuenced by magnetism.

You can use the blunt end of a writing instrument to push here until the cover pops out.

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INPUT SELECTOR

TUNE

RETURN

SETUP

SETUP MIC

VOLUME

ENTER

INPUT SELECTOR

TUNE

RETURN

ETUP

SETUP MIC

VOLUME

ENTER

Home theater connections

TRA NSMITTER

DIGITAL

PUSH PUSH

HDMI and VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”

High-quality audio and video simply with HDMI connection

STEP 2

The HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface) connection means you only need one cable to transmit digital audio and video

• between two pieces of equipment.

HDMI Cable (not included) (Use a Panasonic HDMI cable for best results.)

It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

• Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft.), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft.),

Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

•

Rear panel

TV HDMI

V IN)

Home theater connections

Audio and video signal ﬂow when you have used HDMI connections

The audio and video signals from DVD equipment pass through to the television even if this unit is set to standby.

When this unit is on

Video

Video A

For your reference

Audio signals from HDMI connection takes priority to digital terminal connections (➡ page 9).

• This unit’s HDMI can carry video signals up to 1125p (1080p) (even when this unit is in standby mode).

• 1125p: a progressive (non-interlace) scanning system that sends 1,125 scan lines every 1/60 second. Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

• When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 16.4 feet or less.

•

Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”

What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ? VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recorder (DIGA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI

•

CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

This system supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.

•

“HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment. Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

•

Preparation

1. Connect your other Panasonic home theater equipment (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible VIERA television or DIGA DVD recorder) with an HDMI cable (above).

2. Read your television’s operating instructions and make the settings necessary to activate the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”.

3. Switch on all your equipment, then switch your television off then on again and check that images from DIGA appear correctly. (Do this whenever you change connections or settings.)

TV HDMI

TV (VIERA)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft.), etc.

BD player/ DVD recorder

DVD player

When this unit is in

DVD HDMI

(AV OUT)

DVD HDMI

(AV OUT)

standby mode

(in standby ON condition, ➡ page 14)

udioAudio

This unit

udio

Speakers

DVD equipment

Rear panel

V IN)

VD HDMI

V OUT)

Note

Connect only DVD equipment to the HDMI input terminal of the unit. Connecting other equipment may prevent the output of sounds or show distorted pictures.

Video A

DVD recorder

(DIGA)

udio

This unit

AudioVideo

DVD equipment

Speaker

To take advantage of the multi-channel sounds now available with digital television, use a digital connection if your TV has a

• digital output terminal. To turn off VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, “HDMI settings”, ➡ page 14.

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Panasonic SCHT56 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Supplied accessories

Table of contents

Listening caution

The remote control

Control guide