Panasonic SC-HT880W User Manual

The illustration shows the model for Australia and N.Z.

AC IN

Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-HT880W

Advanced
progressive scan

Provides a smoother and sharper image.

page

7

Region number

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

Region Number

The United Kingdom 2

Australia and N.Z. 4

Example: ]Australia[and\N.Z.\

4 ALL

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

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4

5

Digital Transmitter

page

and Receiver

Set your surround sound free.

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Compatible with a variety

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of media formats

DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video and more.

page

High performance

page

sound effects

Sound field control (SFC), Bass sound enhancement and more.

[Note[

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

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GN

EB

RQT7991-2B

Dear customer

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

≥These operating instructions are applicable to models for

a variety of regions.

≥Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these

operating instructions are of the model for Australia and
N.Z.

≥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-HT880W

Main unit SA-HT880W

Front speakers SB-FS930

Center speaker SB-PC930

Surround speakers SB-FS880

Active subwoofer SB-WA880

Digital transmitter SH-FX50T

Digital receiver SE-FX50

Safety precautions

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
OTHER 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.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall
remain readily operable.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

For the digital receiver only

Although the AC power switch is in the “OFF” position, the unit is
not completely disconnected from the mains. Remove the plug
from the main electrical outlet if you will not be using the unit for
an extended period of time. Place the unit so the plug can be
easily removed.

(Back of product)

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This product 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.

Safety precautions

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These
conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby
shortening the unit’s service life.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Volt age

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other places where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or
electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC
mains lead can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric
shock.

(Inside of product)

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric

shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the
power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other
problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect
the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service
center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is
repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power
source if it is not to be used for a long time.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code model only)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for
your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the
fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is
refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD
BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF
THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE
SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED
GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the
instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Figure B

Fuse
(5 ampere)

Caution for AC Mains Lead/Table of contents

Table of contents

Getting started

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Simple setup

STEP 1 Front and surround speaker assembly . . . . 4

STEP 2 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

STEP 3 Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

and the digital receiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

STEP 4 Video connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

STEP 5 The digital transmitter, radio and system

connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

STEP 6 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

STEP 7 QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STEP 8 Turning on the digital receiver . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Disc operations

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the main unit/Using the remote control

Convenient functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Displaying current playback condition (QUICK OSD)/
Reviewing titles to play (ADVANCED DISC REVIEW)/
Quick replay/Skipping 30 seconds forward/
Changing the zoom ratio/Changing soundtracks/
Changing subtitles/Angle selection and Still picture rotation/
advance/Changing play speed/
Repeat play/All group, Program and Random play

Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing data discs/Playing from the selected track in the CD/
Playing HighMAT

TM

discs/Playing RAM discs

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Main menu/Other Settings

Changing the player settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Changing the delay time (Speaker Settings)

Other operations

The radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Automatic presetting/Selecting the preset channels/
Manual tuning/RDS broadcasting/
Optional antenna connections

Sound field and sound quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Sound Field Control/Super Surround/Center Focus/
Dolby Pro Logic II/Down-mixing/Enhancing the bass sound/
Subwoofer level/Speaker level adjustments

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Operating the television and the video cassette recorder/
Operating the tape deck

Other useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Sleep timer/Muting/Using headphones

Reference

Other speaker setup options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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

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Simple setup

The supplied stands are specially designed for

STEP

1

Front and surround
speaker assembly

Preparation

≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
≥For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
≥Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.
≥There is no difference between the right and left speakers and pipes.

[Note]

≥To prevent the speaker cables from being pulled out of the pipes, leave the plastic wrap on the pipes while assembling the speaker stands.
≥The front and surround speaker pairs as well as the pipe pairs are different.

–Check the label on the rear of the speaker before attaching the pipe (➜ page 5).
–The pipe with the shorter cable is for the front speaker.

attachment to Panasonic SB-FS930 front speakers
or SB-FS880 surround speakers. Use only as
indicated in this setup.

2 Front and 2 Surround
speakers

Pipes

≥2kpipes with short cable: For front speakers
≥2kpipes with long cable: For surround speakers

4 Bases

8 Long screws

8 Short screws

Front and surround speaker assembly

1 Assemble the speaker stands.

1 Thread the speaker cable through the base.

For quicker threading, loosely fold the cable in half (do not
crease), pass the folded portion through the hole, and then pull
the rest of the cable through the base.

Cable

3 Connect the speaker cables.

Rear of the speaker

Twist off the vinyl ends of the
speaker cables.

_: Copper

Plastic wrap

Leave the excess speaker
cable for connecting later.

Base

2 Insert the pipe.

Pipe

Groove

Pipe support

Base

Match the groove and these
holes with the base when you
insert the pipe.

Insert the pipe while gently
pulling on the speaker cable.

3 Secure the pipe to the base.

Ensure the screws are securely fastened.

Phillips-head
screwdriver (not included)

Short screws

Before proceeding to the next step, please remove the plastic
wrap from the pipe.

2 Attach the stands to the speakers.

Ensure the stand is fastened on straight by gradually tightening the
top and bottom screws alternately until fully tightened.

Long screws

Pipe

Press the speaker cable into the
groove.

If there is any excess speaker cable, thread the speaker cable
into the opening near the top of the pipe while pulling the speaker
cable from the bottom of the base.

4 Secure the speaker cables to the bases.

Press the speaker cable into
the base cover groove as far
as possible.

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over

Preparation

Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to the wall
(➜ diagram below).

≥You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the

walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.

≥Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the

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

1 Thread the string (not included) through the slot on the

rear of the speaker to prevent it from falling over.

2 Loop the string through the screw eye and tie tightly.

String (not included)

`: Silver

Push!

Cable

Screw eye (not included)

Rear side
of base

Groove

Wall

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Speaker

You can also attach to the lower rear of the speaker.

The height of the speaker can be changed when attaching the
stand to the upper rear or lower rear of the speaker.

Rear of the speaker

Approx. 150 mm

STEP

)

2

1

FRONT

(L, R)

Setup example

SURROUND

Positioning

The left and right speakers are the same
with respect to the front and surround
speaker pairs.

2

(L, R)

3

CENTER

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.

Do not use a front
speaker as a
surround speaker
or vice versa. Verify

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ACTIVE

SUBWOOFER

DIGITAL

RECEIVER

the type of speaker
with the label on
the rear of the front
speaker.

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

Speaker labels

Positioning

Main unit

≥Place the digital receiver within approximately 10 m from the main unit.
≥Do not use this wireless system near a microwave oven.
≥Do not place the main unit or receiver in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.

≥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

[Note]

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm 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 directly on top

of the television.

Active subwoofer

Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy
shelf so that it won’t cause vibration. Leave 10 cm at the rear for
ventilation.

Caution

Do not stand on the base and
shake the speaker.
Be cautious when children are
near.

Other speaker setup options (➜ page 29

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, continuous signals from an
oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.

– When adjusting the sound quality.
– When turning the unit on or off.

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 farther away from the
television.

Caution

≥The active subwoofer, supplied speakers and digital

receiver are to be used only as indicated in this setup.
Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier, the
speakers and/or digital receiver, 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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STEP

3

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer and the
digital receiver

≥Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.
≥The terminals of the subwoofer and the digital receiver have high output power. Carefully connect the speaker wires.

Speaker cable

(For center speaker)

Sheet of speaker-cable stickers

Front and center speaker connection

Speaker-cable sticker

ACTIVE

SUBWOOFER

Click!

AC mains lead

[Australia\and\N.Z.]

2 FRONT (R)

1 FRONT (L)

Connect the surround speaker cables here only if you do
not intend to use the digital receiver (➜ below).

4 SURROUND (R), 3 SURROUND (L)

5 CENTER

[The\United\Kingdom]

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer and the digital receiver

Insert the wire fully.

Click!

Copper
Silver

Surround speaker connection

≥Connect the AC mains lead after speaker cable connections are complete.

DIGITAL

RECEIVER

3 SURROUND (L)

AC IN~

AC mains lead

To household
mains socket

i: Copper
j: Silver

.

4

Click!

4 SURROUND (R)

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[Note]

≥Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.
≥Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i) terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative (j) terminals. Incorrect

connection can damage the speakers.

≥Do not use more than one pair of surround speakers when using this wireless system.

STEP

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S-V IDEO

OUT

VID EO

OUT

(NTSC: 4 80p/480i, P AL: 576p/57 6i)

S-V IDEO

OUT

(NTSC: 4 80p/480i, P AL: 576p/57 6i)

(NTSC: 4 80p/480i, P AL: 576p/57 6i)

(PROGRES SIVE/INTERL ACE)

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Video connections

≥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.

∫ Television with a VIDEO IN terminal

Back of the
main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(NTSC: 480p/480i, PAL: 576p/576i)

P

B

Y

S-VIDEO

OUT

P

R

VIDEO

OUT

Video cable

(included)

Television
(not included)

VIDEO IN

Video cable

∫

Television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

[Australia\and\N.Z.]

Back of the
main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(NTSC: 480p/480i, PAL: 576p/576i)

P

B

Y

S-VIDEO

P

R

VIDEO

OUT

Video cables
(not included)

OUT

Television
(not included)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Y

PB

PR

Video connections

∫ Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal

Back of the
main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(NTSC: 480p/480i, PAL: 576p/576i)

P

B

Y

S-VIDEO

P

R

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

S-video cable

(not included)

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.)

[The\United\Kingdom\

Television
(not included)

S-VIDEO

IN

∫ Television with SCART terminal

Back of the
main unit

AV

Scart cable

(not included)

Television

(not included)

AV

[The\United\Kingdom\

Back of the
main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/INTERLACE)

P

B

P

R

VIDEO

OUT

Y

S-VIDEO

Video cables
(not included)

OUT

Television
(not included)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Y

PB

PR

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive
output and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT
terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color
difference signals (P

B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in

order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
≥The description of the component video input terminals depends

on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P

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

Connect to terminals of the same color.

[The\United\Kingdom]

≥When making this connection, select “Video/YPbPr” or “S-Video/

YPbPr” from QUICK SETUP (➜ page 9). If “RGB/No Output” is
selected, the RGB signal is output from the SCART (AV) terminal,
but no signal is output from the component video output
terminals.

To enjoy progressive video

≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 576p

(or 625p) or 480p (or 525p) compatible television. (Video will
not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible
television.)

[The\United\Kingdom]

≥Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i·50p, 525 (480)/

60i·60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Consult
the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

SCART (AV) terminal

To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output
from the SCART (AV) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or
“RGB” to suit the type of television you are using. Select “S-Video/
YPbPr” or “RGB/No Output” from QUICK SETUP (➜ page 9).

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STEP

VCR

AUDIO

IN

FM ANT

AM ANT

(75

LOO P

EXT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIV

E/IN

TERLACE)

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUX

5

The digital transmitter, radio and system connections

System cable

Digital transmitter

AM loop antenna

FM indoor antenna

≥Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete.
≥Optional antenna connections (➜ page 23).

FM indoor antenna

Digital transmitter

Insert fully until you

Affix this end of the antenna where
reception is best.

hear a click.

Adhesive tape

Do not insert or remove

Click!

while the main unit is on.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIV

E/IN

P

B

P

R

Main unit

DIGITAL

TRANSMITTER

FM ANT

(75

≠

)

AM ANT

A

LOOP

EXT

L

R

TV

VCR

AUX

AUDIO

AUDIO

IN

IN

AC mains lead

[Australia\and\N.Z.]

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.

Active subwoofer

TERLACE)

Y

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

[The\United\Kingdom]

AC mains lead

The digital transmitter, radio and system connections/The remote control

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1

Catch up

To disconnect

Press the catch
and pull out.

System cable

Conserving power

The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned
off (approx. 0.7 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a
long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

[Note]

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.

STEP

Remote control Batteries

2

R6/LR6, AA, UM-3

6

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

The remote control

3

1

≥Do not use

rechargeable type
batteries.

2

[The\United\Kingdom]

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC
MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.

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.

Mishandling 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.

∫ Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (➜ page 10), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

Catch up

To disconnect

Press the catch
and pull out.

To household
mains socket

STEP

7

QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.

3, 4, 2, 1

ENTER

SHIFT

AV SYSTEM

TV/AV

12

45

7

CANCEL

SKIP

TOP MENU

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

FUNCTIONS

SUBWOOFER

SUPER SRND

LEVEL

SLEEP

MANUAL SKIP

QUICK OSD

ANGLE/PAGE

FL DISPLAY REPEAT

ADVANCED

SHIFT

DISC REVIEW

AUX

8

0

ENTER

H.BASS

ZOOM

GROUP

TV

TUNER/BAND

3

6

VOLUME

9

-/--

S10

SLOW/SEARCH

C.FOCUS

SFC

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

PLAY SPEED
QUICK REPLAY

VCR

DVD/ CD

CH

MENU

PLAY

LIST

RETURN

TV VOLTV VOL

MIX 2CH

PL

SETUP

MUTING

PLAY MODE

TEST

CH SELECT

DVD/ CD

RETURN

SETUP

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” tab (➜ page 21).

1

2

3

4

5

DVD /CD

SHIFT

ENTER

RETURN

Select

Register

ENTER

SETUP

MUTING

Turn on the main unit.

Select “DVD/CD”.

Show the QUICK
SETUP screen.

Follow the messages
and make the settings.

QUICK SETUP/Turning on the digital receiver

Press to finish QUICK
SETUP.

STEP

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Turning on the digital receiver

1 Turn on the main unit. (➜ above)
2 Turn on the digital receiver.

Wireless link indicator

This indicator lights
when the signal strength
is adequate for proper
operation.

Power on/off

button

Press!

Power indicator

This indicator lights
when the unit is
turned on.

6

SHIFT

SETUP

MUTING

Press to exit.

[Note]

To save power when your home theater system is not being used,
first turn off the digital receiver followed by the main unit.

“ [W] ” lights up in the

W

display on the main unit.
(“ [W] ” is flashing ➜ page 35, Unit displays)

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Control reference guide

See reference pages in brackets.

Control reference guide

Turn the unit on/off (9)

Switch the television’s video

input mode (27)

Select television channels and disc’s

title numbers etc./Enter numbers (13)

Cancel (13)

Show a disc top menu (16) or

program list (17)
Select or register menu items on the
television screen, Frame-by-frame (13)

Show on-screen menu (18),

Display RDS text data ([The\United\Kingdom] only) (23)

or television volume down (27)

To use functions labeled in orange:

While pressing [SHIFT],

press the corresponding button.

AV SYSTEM

AUX

TV/AV

12

45

8

7

CANCEL

0

SKIP

TOP MENU

DIRECT

NAVIGATOR

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

SUBWOOFER

SUPER SRND

LEVEL

H.BASS

SLEEP

ZOOM

QUICK OSD

MANUAL SKIP

ANGLE/PAGE

FL DISPLAY REPEAT

GROUP

ADVANCED

SHIFT

DISC REVIEW

TV

TUNER/BAND

3

6

9

-/--

S10

SLOW/SEARCH

C.FOCUS

SFC

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

PLAY SPEED

QUICK REPLAY

VCR

DVD/ CD

CH

VOLUME

MENU

PLAY

LIST

RETURN

TV VOLTV VOL

MIX 2CH

PL

SETUP

MUTING

PLAY MODE

TEST

CH SELECT

Television and Video cassette
recorder operations (27)

Select the source
AUX (27),TUNER/BAND (22),
DVD /CD (9)

Channel select (22, 27)

Adjust the volume (13)

Basic operations for play (12, 13)

Show a disc menu (16) or play list (17)

Return to previous screen (13) or
television volume up (27)

SUBWOOFER

QUICK OSD

(

FL DISPLAY REPEAT

LEVEL

(25)

SLEEP

14, 28

)

(13) (

SUPER SRND

(24, 25)

MANUAL SKIP

ANGLE/PAGE

ADVANCED

DISC REVIEW

C.FOCUS

H.BASS

SFC

(24) (24)

ZOOM

SUBTITLE

AUDI O

(14, 15) (20, 28)

(14)

GROUP

13, 15

)

PLAY SPEED

QUICK REPLAY

(14) (25)

(14, 15)

PLAY MODE

15

)

(

CH SELECT

MIX 2CH

PL

SETUP

MUTING

(15)

TEST

Standby/on indicator

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

INPUT SELECTOR (22)

DVD /CD#FM#AM#TV#VCR#
AUX#Return to DVD/CD

OPENCLOSE

INPUT SELECTOR PROGRESSIVE

Standby/on switch [Í/I]

H.BASS

RDS

PROGRESSIVE
Enjoy progressive video (12)
RDS ([The\United\Kingdom] only)
Display RDS text data (23)
H.BASS

Turn the bass sound enhancement
on/off (25)

H.BASS indicator

TUNE MODE FM MODE MEMORY

∫/TUNE MODE

Stop playing (12)/
Select the tuning mode (22)

;/FM MODE

Pause (12)/Adjust the FM
reception condition (22)

1/MEMORY

Play discs (12)/Memorize the
receiving radio stations (22)

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. (12)

<OPEN/CLOSE

Open/Close the disc tray (12)

4, 5/X TUNING W
Skipping or slow-search play (12)/
Select the radio stations (22)

TUNING

VOLUME

PHONES

DOWN

UP

The main unit illustration shows the
model for the United Kingdom.

Remote control
signal sensor

PHONES

Connect
headphones (28)

VOLUM E

Turn up/down
the volume (12)

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AC supply indicator [AC IN]

AC IN

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

Discs that can be played

Indication in

Disc Logo

DVD-RAM

DVD-Audio

DVD-V ideo

these operating

instructions

[RAM]

[JPEG]

[DVD-A] —

[DVD-V]

Remarks

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.

Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard Version 1.0.
≥To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 19).

Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.
To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu
(➜ page 19).

—

DVD-R
(DVD-Video)/
DVD-RW
(DVD-Video)

iR (Video)/
iRW (Video)

Video CD

SVCD

CD [CD]

CD-R
CD-RW

§

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.

—

—

[DVD-V]

[VCD]

[WMA]

[MP3]

[JPEG]

[CD]

[VCD]

Discs recorded and finalized

Discs recorded and finalized§ on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

—

Conforming to IEC62107

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 CD’s sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as
compared with 16 bits for all other CD’s.

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

on the left. Close the sessions or finalize

≥HighMAT discs

WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.
To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other
Menu (➜ page 19).

≥[WMA] This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the

same content encoded at several different bit rates).

§

on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

§

the disc after recording.

Discs that can be played/Disc handling

∫ Discs that cannot be played

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.

∫ Audio format of DVD’s

This unit automatically recognizes
and decodes discs with these
symbols.

∫ 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 21, “NTSC Disc Output” in “Video” tab).

Disc handling

∫ 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, rendering 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, 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.

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