Panasonic SC-HT820V User Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD/VHS Home Theater

Sound System

ModelNo. SC-HT820V

Dear customer

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

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

reference.

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The playerplaysDVD-Videomarked withlabels containingthe

region number "1" or "ALl.:'.

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As an ENERGY STAR e Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the

ENERGY STAR e guidelines for energy efficiency.

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System SC-HT820V

Main unit SA-HT820V

Front and surround speakers SB-FS520A

Center speaker SB-PC820

Active subwoofer SB-WA820

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.

ENSURE THE UNIT iS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO

OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

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!

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.

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

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as dose to the point of cable entry as practical.

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

CAUTION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules,

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation, This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications, However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate this device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

CAUTION

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Avoid use or placing highly magnetic devices (Speakers etc.) or devices that emit strong electro-magnetic waves

(mobile telephones etc.) near the main unit. eThe above may result in problems with audio and video, and

• Be extra cautious when you are using a plasma television,

Stacking Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it.

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recorded content may be lost,

keeping these devices as far away as possible.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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• Operating while there is condensation in the unit or on the cassette tape may cause the tape to catch upon the cylinder resulting in the tape being cut, or not being able to remove the cassette tape from the unit. The unit also may not work properly if the unit's cylinder or heads have been damaged.

• Wait 1-2 hours for condensation to evaporate (do not operate the unit during this time).

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

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within

to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may

an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user

be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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

appliance.

Accessories ................................. 4

The remotecontrol ............................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............ 5

Tape information ............................. 5

Discs that can be played ....................... 6

Control reference guide ....................... 7

Remote control--common buttons ................... 7

Remote controI--DVD operation .................... 7

Remote controI--VHS operation .................... 8

Remote control--TUNER operation .................. 8

Main unit and subwoofer .......................... 9

Main unit display ................................. 9

Simple setup

STEP1 Locating ............................ 10

STEP2 Connecting speakers with the subwoofer .. 11

STEP3 Television ........................... 12

Basicconnection................................ 12

For better video from DVD......................... 13

Basic play .................................. 18

Convenient functions ........................ 20

Position memory ................................ 20

Zoom ......................................... 20

Subtitle ....................................... 20

Audio ......................................... 20

Multi Re-master ................................. 21

Page skip ...................................... 2t

Sequential play (CD Mode) ........................ 21

Quick replay ................................... 21

All group/Program/Random play .................... 22

Repeat play .................................... 23

Playback ................................... 30

Picture mode ................................... 31

Repeat play .................................... 31

Manual tracking ................................. 31

Vertical locking adjustment ........................ 31

Manual recording ............................ 32

Recording the television .......................... 32

Using another source while recording ................ 33

Recording from other equipment .................... 33

Timer recording ............................. 34

STEP4 Radio and system connection ......... 14

STEP5 Plug-in Auto Tuning .................. 15

STEP6 Operating the television .............. 16

STEP7 DVD QUICK SETUP .................. 17

Using navigation menus ...................... 24

Playing data discs .............................. 24

Playing HighMAT discs ........................... 25

Playing the programs ............................ 25

Playing a play list ............................... 25

Using On-Screen Menus ...................... 26

Main menus ................................... 26

Other settings .................................. 27

Changing the player settings .................. 28

Changing the delay time (Speaker Setting) ........... 29

Finding programs with the Jet Navigator and VHS

Index Search System (VISS) ................. 36

Saving Jet Navigator data ........................ 36

Using the Jet Navigator to find programs ............. 36

Finding programs--VHS Index Search System (VISS),. 37

Changing settings ........................... 38

LANGUAGE ................................... 38

CLOCK SET ................................... 38

CHANNEL SET ................................ 39

OPTION ...................................... 40

On-screen display .............................. 41

Changing audio ................................ 41

The radio ................................... 42

Automatic presetting ............................. 42

Selecting the preset channels ...................... 42

Manual tuning .................................. 42

Optional FM antenna connection ................... 43

Sound field and sound quality ................. 44

Sound Field Control ............................. 44

Super Surround ................................. 44

Center Focus ................................... 44

Dolby Pro Logic Ill ............................... 44

Dolby Pro Logic ................................. 44

Other speaker setup options .................. 47

Attaching to a wall ............................... 47

Fitting speaker stands (optional) .................... 47

Optional connections ........................ 47

Listening to an external source/

Recording to other equipment .................... 47

Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver .......... 48

If the antenna connector doesn't match .............. 49

Custom Sound Memory .......................... 45

Down-mixing ................................... 45

Subwoofer level ................................ 45

Speaker level adjustments ........................ 45

Other convenient features .................... 46

The sleep timer ................................. 46

Muting ....................................... 46

Using headphones .............................. 46

Troubleshooting guide ....................... 50

Maintenance ................................ 52

Specifications .............................. 53

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) ........... 54

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ......... 55

Product Service ............................. 55

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

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Accessories

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

for replacement parts.

(Only for U.S.A.) To order accessories, refer to "Accessory Purchases" on page 54.

(Only for Canada) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made

your purchase.

D 1 Remote control

(EUR7722X20)

[_ 2 Batteries

for remote control

D 2 AC power supply cord _

(K2CB2CB00006)

D 1 AM loop antenna

(N 1 DAAAA00002)

D 1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L) _

• Batteries

UM-3 olnsert so the poles (+ and

=) match those in the remote control.

oDe not use rechargeable

type batteries.

Do not: omix old and new batteries.

euse different types at the same time. cheat or expose to flame.

etake apart or short circuit, eattempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. euse batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can

damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

[_ 1 Video cable

(RJLf P016B15A) _

D 1 75 _ coaxial cable

(VJA1125)

D 1 System cable

(K1HA25HA0001)

D 5 Speaker cables

3 x 4-m (13-foot) cables (REEt203A-J) 2× 10-m (33-foot) cables (REEt203C-J)

D 1 Sheet of speaker-cable stickers

[_ 1 Antenna plug

(K2RC021B0001)

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

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

• Use

Aimat thesensor (_ page 9), avoidingobstacles,ata maximum

rangeof 7 m (23 feet) directly in front ofthe unit.

User memo:

DATE OFPURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS

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TELEPHONENUMBER

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-HT820V SERIALNUMBER

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, t0) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

2) Keep these instructions, where they exit from the apparatus.

3) Heed ellwarnings, tl)

4) Follow ell instructions.

5) Do net use this apparatus near water, t2)

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 t 3)

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that

produce heat. 14)

9) Do net 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.

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

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.

• Tapes

tYou can use tapes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but this unit is

unable to make full use of the characteristics of S-VHS tapes.

eBreak out the tape's tab to prevent

accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a _ double layer of adhesive tape when you want to use the tape for recording again.

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• S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)

You san play tapes recorded with the S-VHS system, however some noise may occur with some types and this unit cannot take advantage of S-VHS's high resolution. This unit cannot make S-VHS recordings.

Listening caution

• Tape care Poorquality or damaged tapescan cause the heads to becomedirty

andmalfunction. Store your tapes carefully and discard when they becomedirty or damaged.

Never use tapes on which juice has been spilt or those that are extremely damaged since this will not only cause the heads to become dirty, but will also make the unit maffunction.

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you've lust purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it's time to consider how you sen maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer end the Electronic Industries Association's Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at e safe level. One that lets the sound some 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:

oStart your volume control at a low setting. oSIowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

oSet 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.

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Recorded using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified

video recording standard).

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)

standard.

Remarks

• Recorded with DVD video recorders, DVD

video cameras, personal computers, etc.

• Remove discs from their cartridges before use.

• Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video recorders

• To play JPEG files, select "Play as Data Disc" in Other Menu (,-,) page 27)

DVD-Audio

AUDIO

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Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select "Play as DVD-Video" in Other Menu (,,,) page 27)

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Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized en a Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or DVD-Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

Video CD

Conforming to IEC62107

SVCD

This unit is compatible with HDCD.

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HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.

• During HDCD play, "HDCD" lights on the unit's display.

• This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats on

the left. Close the sessions or finalize _ the disc after recording.

CD-R CD-RW

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• HighMAT discs WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.

To play without using the HighMAT function, select "Play as HighMAT" in Other

Menu (,-_ page 27).

_A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

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

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• Discs that cannot be played PAL discs (except DVD-Audio), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,

DVD+ R, +RW, DVD-RW, SACD, Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and

8.2-GB DVD-RAM, and "Chaoji VCD" available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

• Audio format of DVDs o _c _T^ L

This unit automatically recognizes Dn _ and decodes with these symbols, o I a I T A L

SURROUND

• To prevent damage

DO not;

• load more than one disc per tray.

• close the drawer by hand.

• To clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

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• Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCAt, where available).

• Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.

• Handling precautions

• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable).

• Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other wdting instrument.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids 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.

HighMATTM and the HighMAT logo are

either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

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the United States and/or other countries.

[--_--------_* HDCD _, ®High Definition Compatible Digital and 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 : 6,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,874, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311,8,872,531, and in Australia: 669114, with other patents pending.

• ff _ appears after the button name the function will not work unless you use with [SHIFT] button. Make sure to press [SHIFT] and the button.

Q TV Power button [_TV] ............................. 16

Remote control mode selector button [DVD] [VRS] [TV] [TUNER]

Changes the remote control mode. The button lights once pressed.

The selected mode is held in memory until you press another mode selector button.

The mode selector button lights each time you press an operational control button showing which mode is in use.

TV volume down button [TV VOL-] ................... 16

Bass adjust button [SUBWOOFER LEVEL] ............. 45

_) Sound field control button [SFC] ..................... 44

Custom sound memory button [C.S.M] _ ........... 45

@ Shift button [SHIFT]

To use the functions labeled in orange, press the button while

pressing [SHIFTJ.

Q Dolby Pro Logic ll!Dolby Pro Logic button [ODPLII] ..... 44

Sleep timer button [SLEEP] _ .................... 46

® Main unit selector button

DVD/VHS source button [DVD/VHS] Switch the source on the main unit between DVD and VHS.

Tuner/band button [FM/AM]

Switch the source on the main unit to tuner and change the band.

_) TV channel buttons [^ v CH] ........................ 16

Volume buttons [+ - VOLUME] ..................... 18

Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when playing other discs or during television broadcasts. Reduce the

volume before playing other sources or returning to the television so volume doesn't increase suddenly.

@ TV volume up button [TV VOL+] ...................... 16

@ Down-mix button [MIX 2CH] _ .................... 45

@ Muting button [MUTING] ............................ 46

I_ Super surround button [SUPER SRND] ................ 44

Center focus button [C.FOCUS] _ ................. 44

Speaker channel button [CH SELECT] ................. 45

Test signal button [TEST] _ ...................... 45

O DVD remote control mode button [DVD] ................ 17

Switch the remote control mode to DVD. Make sure you press before doing DVD operations. When in DVD mode, the [DVD] button lights each time you press one of the DVD operation buttons indicated below.

Q Power button [_)] .................................. 17

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.

_) Numbered buttons [1-9, 0, _10/ENTER] ............... 18

DVD SETUP menu button [SETUP] _ ........... 17, 28

@ Skip buttons [l_l_, _ SKIP] ........................ 18

_) Stop button [nil .................................... 18

Open/close button [OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT] _ ........ 18

@ Pause button [I I] .................................. 18

Q Top menu button [TOP MENU] ....................... 25

Direct navigator button [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] .......... 26

_) Cursor buttons [& • 4 I_]/Enter button [ENTER] ....... 17

_) On-screen menu button [OSD/DISPLAY] ............... 26

Group button [GROUP] ............................. 19

Still picture select button [PAGE] _ ............... 21

@ Multi re-master button [MULTI RE-MASTER] _ ...... 21

@ Position memory button [POSITION MEMORY] .......... 20

@ Zoom button [ZOOM] ............................... 20

I_ Disc buttons [DISCI]-[DISC5] _ .................. 19

Slow/seareh buttons [_1_1 I_lb SLOW/SEARCH] ......... 18

CD mode button [1_1_ CD MODE] _ ................ 21

Play button [Ib] .................................... 18

@ Menu button [MENU] ............................... 24

Play list button [PLAY LIST] .......................... 25

Return button [RETURN] ............................ 19

Subtitle button [SUBTITLE] .......................... 20

Play mode button [PLAY MODE] ...................... 22

Repeat mode button [REPEAT] _ ................. 23

@ Progressive output button [PROGRESSIVE] _ ...... 18

@ Quick replay button [QUICK REPLAY] ................. 21

@ Cancel button [CANCEL] ............................ 22 RQT7388

Soundtrack button [AUDIO] _ .................... 20

•If_ appearsafter the button name the function will not work unless you use with [SHIFT] button. Make sure to press [SHIFT] and the button,

O VHS remote control mode button [VHS] ................ 30

Switch the remote control mode to VHS. Make sure you press before doing VHS operations. When in VHS mode, the [VHS] button lights each time you press one ofthe VHS operation

buttons indicated below.

O Power button [_] .................................. 15

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.

@ Numbered buttons [1-9, 100, O] ..................... 32

Picture mode button [PICTURE MODE] _ ......... 31

Index search button [ _ _ SKIP] ................ 37

Stop button [Ill .................................. 30

Tape eject button [OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT] _ ....... 30

® Pause button [I |] ................................. 30

Jet navigator button [NAVI] ........................ 36

Cursor buttons [.& • • I_]/Enter button [ENTER] ..... 34

On-screen display button [OSD/DISPLAY] ............ 41

TVNideo button [TV/VIDEO] ........................ 16

Tape counter reset button [RESET] _ ............ 41

Timer recording buttons .......................... 34

Timer programming button [PROG] Tape speed button [SPEED]

Timer program standby button [_)]

Channel, tracking, and vertical hold buttons [^ v CH]..31,32

Fast-forward/rewind button [•_1 I_1_ SLOW/SEARCH]....30

Jet rewind button [•• JET REW] _ ................ 30

Play button [1_] .................................... 30

Press and hold for five seconds to start repeat play ...... 31

Menu button [MENU] ................................ 38

Recording button [O REC] _ ...................... 32

Cancel button [CANCEL] ............................ 35

Audio button [AUDIO] _ ......................... 41

TUNER remote control mode button [TUNER] ........... 42

Switch the remote control mode to TUNER. Make sure you press before doing TUNER operations. When in TUNER mode, the

[TUNER] button lights each time you press one of the TUNER

operation buttons indicated below.

Power button [_] .................................. 42

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.

@ Numbered buttons [1-9, O,>1g/ENTER] ................ 42

Enter button [ENTER] ............................... 42

(_ Channel buttons [^ v CH] ........................... 42

(_ Tuning buttons [4• I_lb] ............................ 42

FM mode button [PLAY MODE] ....................... 42

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• Common buttons

/1_ Power button [(_)/I POWER] .......................... 15

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.

[2 Remote control signal sensor /31Source selector button [INPUT SELECTOR]

VHS_DVD/CD_FM_AM

/4_ Display

/5 Headphone terminal [PHONES] ...................... 46

/6 Volume dial [VOLUME DOWN, UP] .................... 18

• DVD section

O Drawer ........................................... 18

@ Disc buttons [DISC1-5] ............................. 18

Disc change button [__ DISC CHANGE] ............... 19

Drawer open/close button [__ OPEN/CLOSE] ........... 18

Disc check button [DISC CHECK] .................... 19

@ Disc indicators .................................... 18

Q Stop button [I STOP] ............................... 18

Deme button [-DEMO] .............................. 14

Play button lib PLAY] ............................... 18

• VHS section

O Tape slot ......................................... 30

O Fast-forward and rewind buttons

[_1_1_/REW] [Ibl_ FF_] .......................... 30

Tape eject button [__ EJECT] ......................... 30

Channel buttons [^ CH] [v CH] ...................... 32

Stop button [n STOP] ............................... 30

Play button lib PLAY] ............................... 30

Recording button [O REC] ........................... 32

• Subwoofer

[] ACsupply indicator [AC IN]

Thisindicatorlightswhenthesubwoofer is connectedtoa householdAC outlet.

• Common display

Center Focus indicator ............................. 44

/2" Sound Field Control indicator ....................... 44

/3 Dolby Pro Logic ll/Oolby Pro Logic indicator ........... 44

/_4"Super Surround indicator ........................... 44

/5 SLEEP timer indicator .............................. 46

/6 Main display (Orange)

Disc play elapsed time, program recording end time, volume,

TUNER frequency/channel display, various messages, etc.

/7 Main display (Green)

Time display, video play/record elapsed time, program recording

start time, various messages, etc.

• DVD operation

Q CD mode indicator ................................. 21

Lights when CD mode is on. DVD selector indicator

Lights when DVD is selected.

Operation status of DVD section

aLights when a disc is inserted.

oDisplays play status graphically.

Rotating: playing

Stopped: paused

DTS indicator

Progressive video indicator ......................... 18

@ Dolby Digital indicator

O Down mix indicator ................................ 45

Play sequence indicator

ALL: During all group or all disc random play ............. 22

RND: During random play ............................ 23

1 RND: During one disc random play ................... 23

_b : During repeat ................................. 23

A _ B: During A-B repeat ........................... 27

_) HDCD indicator ..................................... 6

Custom Sound Memory indicator ..................... 45

@ Group/Play list/Track/Title/Chapter/Pragram number display

• VHS operation

O VHS playback indicator

Lights when a video cassette is playing. VHS selector indicator

Lights when the selector is in VHS mode. Operation status of VHS section aLights when a video cassette is inserted.

• Flashes when recording or timer recording is attempted with no video cassette inserted.

• Displays play status graphically.

Rotating: playing

Stopped: paused

Recording indicator ................................ 32

Repeat playback indicator ........................... 31

Tape speed indicator ............................... 32

Timer program recording indicator .................... 34

Channel display

• Tuner operation

[] Radio broadcast display ............................ 42

MONO: Forced monaural ST: Stereo TUNED: Receiving radio signal

IF] Preset indicator ................................... 42

[] Band display

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Locating

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 curtains.

• The front left, right and surround speakers are all the same.

Setup example

Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position.

The angles in the diagram are approximate.

• Use only supplied 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

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (_3/3_")away from the system for proper ventilation.

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 the speakers

directly on top of the television.

Subwoofer Place to the right of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so

that it won't cause vibration. Leave 10 cm (4") at the rear for ventilation.

-_ See page 47 for other speaker setup options.

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 receiving howling from 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.

Caution

• The main unit and supplied speakers are only to be used 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 s qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience s sudden change in performance.

• Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those

described in this manual.

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make ¢annaction easleT,

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