Panasonic SC-HT600, SC-HT860 User Manual
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Operating Instructions
®
Model No.
(The iIIustration shows the SC-HT600)
SC HT600
SC
HT860
Region number supported by this
player
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players
and software according to where they are sold.
For Asia
The region number of this player is
The player will play DVD-Video marked
with labels containing
Example
3 or ALL .
3 .
GCS GCU EE
2
3
For Russia
The region number of this player is
The player will play DVD-Video marked
with labels containing
Example:
ALL
5 or ALL
3
5
5 .
1
5
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety,
please read these instructions carefully
before connecting,operating or adjusting
this product.
ALL
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5
The operation instruction is applicable to SC-HT600 and SC-HT860.
Unless otherwise indicated,illustrations in these operating
instuctions are of SC-HT600 for Asia.
The operation in these instructions are described for use with
the remote control. They will also apply if the main unit has
buttons with the same functions.
Indicating the performances only for SC-HT600
Indicating the performances only for SC-HT860
system
Main unit
Front speaker
Getting started
Center speaker
Surround speaker
Active Subwoofer
SC-HT600 SC-HT860
SA-HT600
SB-FS600
SB-PC600
SB-FS600
SB-WA600
Accessories
Please check and identify
the supplied accessories.
1 Remote control
(EUR7617070)
2 Batteries
1 AC power supply cord
(RJA0019-2X)
1 Sheet of speaker pads
(5x5pic)
(RKAC0003)
SA-HT860
SB-FS860
SB-PC600
SB-FS600
SB-WA600
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,
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OHTER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION OPENINGS
WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND
SIMILAR ITEMS.
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.
This produce may receive radio interference caused
by mobile telephones during use. If such interference
is apparent, please increase separation between
the product and the mobile telephone.
1 Video cable
(K2JA2A000018)
1 AM loop aerial
(N1DAAAA00002)
1 FM indoor aerial
(N1EAYY000002)
5 Speaker cables
5m cable (RWJC0006)
10m cable (RWJC0005)
5m cable x 3
10m cable x 2
1 sheet of stickers for
speaker cables (12
stickers)cannot retail.
(RQLCA0094)
One 25PIN connection
wire
(K1HA25JA0002)
6 pcs of screw
(RHDC0007)
(enclosed in packing box
for front speaker)
5m cable x 1
10m cable x 2
(enclosed in
5m cable x 2
packing box for front speaker)
Caution!
AC voltage varies in different regions.The voltage must
be preset to local voltage before using this unit.
( for details, see page 9 )
Units for Russia
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.
Units for Asia
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL
CLIMATES.
(Inside of product)
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Note
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The included AC power supply cord is for use with this
unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
(Back of product)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Table of contents
Placement
The unit should be placed on a flat surface,away from direct
sunshine, high temperature, humidity and frequent vibration.
Otherwise, the case and other internal parts will be damaged
and the service life of the unit will be shortened.
In order to avoid distortion or abnormal sound effects, there
should be at least a distance of 15cm between the unit and
the wall.Do not place heavy objects on the top of the unit.
Voltage
Overvoltage must be avoided; overvoltage will lead to overload
of the unit and fire.
Do not use a DC power supply. Check if the power supply
meets the requirement when the unit is set up in ships or other
locations where DC power supply is used.
Protection of power supply cord
The AC power supply cord should be properly connected, ensuring
that there is no damage in the cord. Poor connection or damage in
cord may lead to fire or electrical shock. It is prohibited to pull or
bend the cord or place heavy objects upon the cord.
When unplugging the AC power supply cord, just grasp the plug
firmly. electric shock may occur if you unplug the cord by pulling
the cord.
Do not plug in or unplug the plug with wet hand, for fear of
electric shock.
Foreign matter
Do not drop metal objects into the unit for fear of leakage current
orfault.
Do not drop liquid into the unit for fear of leakage current or fault.
In case any liquid drops into the unit, immediately unplug the
AC cord, and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticide onto or into the unit. The insecticide sprayons contains inflammable gas; if it enters the inside of the unit,
fire may be caused.
Service
Do not try to repair the unit by yourself. If there is a fault e.g.
interrupted sound, indicator blankoff, smoke emission or other faults
unlisted in the operating instructions, unplug the AC power supply
cord, and contact your dealer or the authorized service center.
Electric shock or damage to the unit may occur if the unit is repaired,
dismantled,or reassembled by unqualified personnel.
Before cleaning the unit, please unplug the AC power supply cord.
When the unit is not to be used for a long period, please unplug the
AC power supply cord so as to prolong the service life of the unit.
Getting started
Accessories ............................................................................ 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................... 3
Disc information...................................................................... 4
Handy setting
Step 1: Layout
Step 2: Connect the speakers
Other methods for installation of center speakers and surround speakers
How to install the baseplate of front speaker and how to use the rear clip................
Step 3: Connect to television
Step 4: Connect the Active subwoofer, antenna and AC power cord
Step 5: Remote control.
Step6: Quick setup
Control reference guide..........................................................11
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Basic operations
Disc Basic play................................................................. 12
Disc Convenient functions............................................... 14
Navigation menus...................................................................16
Using On-Screen Menu lcons.................................................18
Radio operations
Radio ..................................................................................... 21
Manual tuning......................................................................... 21
Preset tuning........................................................................... 21
Sound field/Sound quality
Sound field............................................................................ 22
DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS............................................... 22
SOUND FIELD CONTROL............................................... 22
CENTER FOCUS............................................................. 22
DOLBY PRO LOGIC........................................................ 23
SUPER SURROUND SOUND......................................... 23
Volume control of speaker................................................23
Sound quality....................................................................... 24
Adjust the woofer............................................................. 24
Double re-master
enjoying more natural sound................................... 24
Virtual Rear Surround....................................................... 24
Other functions
Getting started
Convenient functions............................................................. 25
Muting the volume...............................................................25
Setting the unit to turn off SLEEP timer...........................25
Use headphones................................................................ 25
Use Karaoke...................................................................... 25
Change settings..................................................................... 26
Common procedures...........................................................27
Entering password (Ratings).............................................. 27
Change the delay time (speaker setting)............................ 27
Appreciate external signal source/record into other
equipment............................................................................... 28
Connection of the optional antenna...................................... 29
Reference
Glossary..................................................................................29
Troubleshooting guide ...........................................................30
Maintenance.............................................................................31
Specifications...........................................................Back cover
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Disc information
Discs that can be played
DVD-RAM DVD-VideoDVD-Audio
DVD-R SVCD VCD CD CD-R/RW
Shown as DVD-VR
on the display
Conforming
to IEC62107
--
Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot play other discs correctly. Do not use irregularly
shaped discs(e.g. heart-shaped),as these can damage the unit.
It may not be possible to play CD-R,CD-RW,DVD-R and DVD RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
Getting started
Discs that cannot be played
DVD-ROM,CD-ROM,CDV,CD-G,+RW,DVD-RW,CVD,SACD,
Divx Video Disc 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.
HighMAT discs
This unit is compatible with HighMAT discs containing WMA,
MP3,and/or JPEG files.
CD-R and CD-RW discs
This unit can play CD-R/RW(audio recording disc)recorded with
CD-DA, video CD, SVCD(conforming to IEC62107), WMA,MP3,
or JPEG. Finalize the disc after recording.
Built-in decoders
This unit can play discs with
these signs.
Video systems
This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must
match the system used on the disc.
PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC
television.
This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL
television( page 26, Video-NTSC Disc Output).
Output is interlace(576I),when playing PAL discs.
Playing DVDs and Video CDs
The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you
may not always be able to control play as described in these
operating instructions(for example if the play time is not displayed
or if a Video CD has menus). Read the disc's instructions carefully.
DVD-RAM discs
The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with
DVD video recorders,DVD video cameras, personal computers,
etc.using Version1.1 of the Video Recording Format ( a unified
video recording standard).
Remove discs from their cartridges before use and return
them when you are finished, making sure that the labels
of the disc and cartridge face the same way.
Some parts of the disc,for example where one program
ends and another begins, may not play smoothly.
DVD-R discs
Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD
video recorder or DVD video camera are played as DVD-Video
on this unit.
See page 17 for more information about WMA, MP3, and
JPEG.
A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
Disc structure
Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs
depend on the disc type.
Title: the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire
movie.
Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group: collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to
folders or albums on data discs.
Track: the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs and Video
CDs, or a single WMA/MP3 file.
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single
recording.
Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into
play lists on a DVD video recorder.
Play list: the largest grouping unit in the High MAT disk, or a bevy
of DVD-RAM shots.
Content: including the musical pieces and images in HighMAT
disk.
Picture: a single JPEG file.
To clean discs
DVD-Audio,DVD-Video,VCD,
CD:Wipe with a damp cloth
and then wipe dry.
DVD-RAM DVD-R:
Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner
(LF-K200DCA1,where available).
Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.
Handling precautions
Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or
other writing instrument.
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
Do not attach labels or stickers to discs.(Do not use discs
with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off
stickers.)
Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
Do not use disc with label printed by the form printers
available on the market.
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Handy setting
Step
1
Front
speaker
(left)
Example
Layout
1
Front speaker
(left)
6
Active
Subwoofer
2 3 4
Surround
Front
speaker
speaker
(left)
(right)
SB-FS600 SB-PC600 SB-WA600 SB-FS600SB-FS860 SB-PC600 SB-WA600
Surround
speaker
(right)
5
Center
speaker
Example
2
Front speaker
(right)
Surround
speaker
(left)
3 4
Surround
speaker
(right)
5
Center
speaker
Active
Subwoofer
Getting started
6
Main unit
The front speakers are the same as the surround speakers.
Locate the front, center and surround speakers at spots with approximately equal distance from the listening area. The angles in the figure are
only rough.
Only the attached speakers can be adopted.
If other speakers are used, the unit may be damaged, and
affect the sound quality.
Locate speakers on level and reliable plane in case of falling. If you
can not locate them on level planes, take suitable measures to
prevent the unit falling.
Optimal location for enjoyment
The way in which the speakers are laid out will
have influence upon bass and sound field; the aspects
below should be regarded:
Locate speakers on level and reliable floor.
If the speakers are located too closely to floors, walls, or
corners, extra bass will be generated, shield the walls and
windows with thick curtains.
Main unit
To ensure good ventilation, the speaker and main unit must be
kept at least 10 cm apart.
Center speaker
It is acceptable to put the speaker directly under the television.
If the middle speaker is placed directly on the television, the
generated vibration may cause graphics image distortion.
Active Subwoofer
It should be located on the ground or stable support to the left of
television for fear of generating vibration.
To the right side of active subwoofer, there should be a space of
10cm in order to ensure the effective operation of the amplifier,
and to the back panel of active subwoofer, there should be a space
of 10cm in order to ensure ventilation.
Main unit
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Step Connect the speakers
Getting started
Sticking peeled-off stickers on speaker cables may facilitate connection.
Stick the peeled-off stickers onto speaker cables
1
5m cable 10m cable
Brassy
silvery
Connect the speakers
2
Keep the numbers on peeled-off stickers for speaker cables to be consistent with those on the terminals.
Speaker cables
5m cable x3
10m cable x2
Stickers for
speaker cables
Front speaker
(left)
Active subwoofers
silvery
Brassy
Front speaker
(right)
Surround speaker
(left)
Surround
speaker (right)
Center speaker
Front speaker
(left)
silvery
Active subwoofers
Click!
Note
Do not lead to short circuit in positive/ negative pole of speaker cable.
Make sure to connect the positive pole (brassy color) of cable to terminal (+),
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the negative pole (silvery color) of speaker cable to terminal (-). Incorrect connection may damage the speaker.
Brassy
Click!
Front speaker
(right)
Surround speaker
(left)
Center speaker
Surround
speaker (right)
Other methods for installation of center speakers and surround speakers
Attaching to a wall
Note
The walls or beams for hanging speakers should be capable of bearing a weight of 10kg.
1. Screw the screws (not included) into
the wooden walls.
2. Fix the speakers upon the screws through the
holes in the speakers
E.g.Central Speaker
30-35mm
level layout
7.5-9.0mm
200mm
8-11mm
200mm
wall
Precautions on speaker operation
If the speakers are operated at high volume for long term, they
may be damaged and their service life may be shortened.
In following conditions, please reduce the volume in order to
avoid damage.
- When the speakers give out distorted sound.
- When speakers receive the whistle form microphone or record
player, the noises from the FM radio, or the continuous signals
from oscillator, testing disc or electronic instruments.
- When sound quality is being adjusted.
- When you switch on or off the unit.
Warning
The speakers can be operated only together with the
recommended devices, otherwise, the amplifier or
speakers may be damaged, even leading to a fire.
If there is any damage or you feel that there is certain
abrupt change, consult professional maintainers
Never hang these speakers in methods other than
those described in the operating instruction.
If there are abnormal colors on the television
Although these speakers are designed to be located near
televisions, with some combinations of television and
equipment, the image may be affected.
If this happens, switch off the television for about 30
minutes.
The demagnetizing function of television can correct the problem;
if the problem remains the same, locate the speakers farther
from the television.
How to install the baseplate of front speaker and how to use the rear clip
Intallation method of
front speaker baseplate
when installing,please avoid the speaker
falling over.
The installation is requested to perform on a blanket or a
floor covered with soft cloth for fear of damaging the
speakers.
Screw
How to use the clip behind speaker
The speaker is equipped with clip at its upper rear, which may
be used to prevent the speaker from falling.
User may tie the clip to a solid string, strain and fix the string
onto wall behind the speaker or other solid objects.
Getting started
Reverse the front speaker box , and place the baseplate
on the speaker (with the foot pads upward), and 3 holes
in the baseplate should be aligned to the 3 holes in the
speaker accordingly .
The screws attached to this packing box are used to place
into the 3 holes. Use a screw driver to screw up the 3
screws until the baseplate and speaker tightly joined and
secure.Please use proper strength, otherwise,the hole will
be damaged.
Reverse the installed speaker, so that the unit is ready for
use.
blanket
Speaker clip
String
(not included)
approx. 150mm
wall
wall screw (not included)
The wall sur face must be
able to support over 30kg.
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Step Connect to television
Video cable
Connect the unit to television with
VIDEO IN terminal.
Getting started
VIDEO
IN
Video cable
(included)
Signal grounding terminal
Connect the signal grounding terminal
with the earthing wire, so as to minimize
the sound distortion in the microphone
in Karaoke stereo system.
Connect your unit directly to your television.
Do not connect your unit to the television through the video cassette
recorder, otherwise, this will cause the protection of the copy thus
resulting in abnormal play of the images.
Television
(not included)
Connect the unit to television with
S-VIDEO IN terminals.
Connect the unit to television with
COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals.
S Video cable
(not included)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These terminals are applicable to either interlace output or
progressive scanning output, so the pictures are clearer than
those output by S-VIDEO OUT terminal.
Connection by these terminals can separately output PB/PR
signal and Y signal, so it can reproduce hi-fi colors.
View image by progressive scanning
(NTSC disc only)
1.
Connect onto a 480P compatible television with Component
Video In terminals.
(If the unit is connected to an incompatible television, the
images may not be correctly displayed.)
2.
Press [PROGRESSIVE OUT] on the front panel of the
main unit, and the display of the base unit shows:
( Page 12).
All Panasonic televisions applying Line-by-Line Scanning
technology and with 480P input connectors are compatible.
If you own another brand of television, please consult the
manufacturer.
PROG.
S Video cable
(not included)
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
By separating the chrome signal (C) and brightness
signal (Y),more vivid pictures can be reproduced than
that reproduced by S-VIDEO OUT terminal (actual results
depend on the television.)
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Step
Connect the Active subwoofer, antenna and AC
power cord
25 pin connection wire AM loop aerial FM indoor aerial
Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are finished.
FM indoor aerial
AM loop aerial
Erect the aerial on its mounting.
Fix the
other
end of
the aerial
at spot with
best reception
shield cord(black)
Click!
The loose connecting wire should
be away from other wires and
connecting wires.
When dismantling,
press and pull out
the staple.
25 PIN
connection wire
AC power supply cord
Active subwoofers
1
L
2
R
3
L
4
R
5
A
For Asia
Before you connect
the AC power supply
Prest voltage
(Back of active subwoofer)
Use flat screwdriver to
turn the voltage adjusting
switch at the rear of active
subwoofer to the position
matching with the region
where the system installed.
If local voltage is 115V or
120V, please set the voltage
selector switch as below:
For 115V: Set it to 110V
For120V: Set it to 127V
Factory preset: 240V
Getting started
Click!
Conserving power
The unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is
turned off (about 0.9W).
used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Remember that the radio programs and any other memory items
should be reset before next operation of the unit.
To save power when the unit is not to be
Step Remote control
Batteries
Do not:
mix old and new batteries.
use different types at the same time.
heat or expose to flame.
take apart or short circuit.
attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishanding of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which
can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for
a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
When dismantling,
press and pull out
AC power supply cord
the staple.
To socket of domestic
power supply
Reference
The data memorized by the unit can be preserved intact at
most 2 weeks after the AC power cord is unplugged.
Insert so the poles(+ and-) match those in the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Operation
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range
of 7m directly in front of the unit.
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Getting started
Quick setup
RETURN
2
3
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5
9
8
7
10
0
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.
Press [ ] to turn on the unit.
Press [SELECTOR] to select DVD/CD for signal
source.
Press [SETUP] to show the QUICK SETUP
screen.
SETUP
SELECT
ENTER RETURN
QUICK SETUP
Select the menu language.
English
Press [ , , , ] to select the menu
language and press [ENTER].
The QUICK SETUP screen sppears when you press [SETUP] the first
time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings.
To access this screen again later
page 26, Others QUICK SETUP
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
TV Type
Select an option to suit the television.
Standard (Direct View TV)
CRT Projector
LCD TV/ Projector
Projection TV
Plasma TV
Press [ , ] to select
Yes to continue and
press [ENTER].
Press [ , , , ] to select the item and press
[ENTER].
Audio language ( page 26).
Subtitle language ( page 26).
TV Type ( below).
TV Aspect ( below).
Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to end the
settings.
TV Aspect
Select 4:3 (regular)or 16:9 (widescreen)to suit your television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television,you can also select how
video on some discs is shown( page 26,Video TV Aspect).
4:3Pan&Scan (Factory preset)
Wide screen program extended to
cover all of the 4:3 TV screen (unless
otherwise restricted by the CD
producer).
4:3 Letterbox
Wide screen program displays on
4:3 TV screen in the form of mailbox.
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