Panasonic SC-HT895 User Manual

The illustration shows the model for Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-HT895

Region number

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

Region Number

The Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

Southeast Asia and Thailand 3

Australia and N.Z. 4

Example:

[Southeast\Asia\and[Thailand]

3 ALL

High-quality

picture

page

HDMI capability, Advanced

progressive scan and more.

Compatible with a variety

of media formats

page

DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio,

DVD-Video, DivX and more.

High-performance

sound effects

page

Sound quality enhancement,

Bass enhancement and more.

GCS GC GS GNGCT

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

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Dear customer

∏

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

≥ These operating instructions are applicable to model SC-HT895 for a variety of regions. ≥ Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-HT895 for Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East,

South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

≥ 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-HT895 SC-HT895

([Australia[and[N.Z.])

Main unit SA-HT895 SA-HT895

Front speakers SB-FS540 SB-FS540

Center speaker SB-PC895 SB-PC540

Surround speakers

SB-FS540 SB-FS741

Subwoofer SB-W895 SB-W540

Accessories

1 Remote control

(N2QAYZ000003)

2 Remote control batteries

1 AM loop antenna

1 FM indoor antenna

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

∏ Speaker cables

1kshort cable

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

1kshort cable 2klong cables

∏ 2 Sheets of speaker cable

stickers

CENTER

WOOFER

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

SURROUND

Rch

Lch

Rch

SURROUND

FRONT

Rch

Lch

Lch Lch

Rch

FRONT

∏ 4 Stands

2kstands with short cable 2kstands with long cable

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Stands

∏ 4 Bases

[Australia[and[N.Z.] 2 Bases

∏ 16 Screws

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

8 Screws

∏ AC mains lead

[Southeast[Asia, [

the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[

[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

[Thailand,]

1Video cable

∏ 4 Cover plates

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Cover plates

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting

Started

Playing

Discs

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Caution for AC Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

About DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Simple Setup

STEP 1

STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Displaying current playback condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

All group, Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing data discs using navigation menus

Playing data discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Selecting a track using CD text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Playing HighMAT

Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs . . . . . 20

Assembling the speakers . . . . . . . . . 6

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Positioning the speakers . . . . . . . . .8

Speaker connections

Audio and video connections. . . . . 10

Television with an HDMI terminal . . . . . . . . 10

Basic audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Basic video connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

. . . 19

STEP 5

STEP 6 STEP 7

Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Changing the delay time of the speakers. . . . . . . . . . 29

Radio and AC mains lead

connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Preparing the remote control . . . . 13

Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . 13

Other

Operations

Reference

Using the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Selecting the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using an outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control . . . 32 Enhancing the sound from the center speaker:

Center Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . 32

Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level . . . . . 32

Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Enhancing the surround sound effect:

Surround Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Adjusting the volume of each speaker:

Speaker level adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using other useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Muting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using the Music Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Enjoying Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Operating the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

[Australia[and[N.Z.] Operating the cable TV box, digital

broadcasting or satellite receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Operating both the television and the home

theater system: Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control

One Touch Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Automatic input switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Theater speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Power off link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For Saudi Arabia and Kuwait)

(“GS” 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

Caution for AC Mains Lead

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 Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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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 a ge

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

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.

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

About DivX VOD content

DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit.

Follow the online instructions for purchasing DivX VOD content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit www.divx.com/vod.

Display the unit’s registration code

(➜ page 28, “DivX Registration” in “Others” tab)

Disc Video Audio HDMI Display

Others

Setup

DivX Registration

DivX Video-on-Demand

Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX

To learn more visit www.divx.com/vod

ENTER

to continuePress

8 alphanumeric characters

≥ We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference. ≥ After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, another registration

code is then displayed in “DivX Registration”. Do not use this registration code to purchase DivX VOD content. If you use this code to purchase DivX VOD content, and then play the content on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any content that you purchased using the previous code.

≥ If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different

from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content. (“Authorization Error” is displayed.)

Regarding DivX content that can only be played a set number of times

Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number of times. When you play this content, the remaining number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content when the number of remaining plays is zero. (“Rented Movie Expired” or “Rental Expired” is displayed.)

When playing this content ≥ The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if

– you press [Í] or press and hold [—SETUP]. – you press [∫ STOP]. (Press [; PAUSE] to pause play.) – you press [:, 9 SKIP] or [6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH] etc. and

arrive at another content or the start of the content being played.

≥ Resume (➜ page 17, Stop) and Marker (➜ page 23, Play Menu)

functions do not work.

Safety precautions / About DivX VOD content

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STEP1 Assembling the speakers

The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS540 front and surround speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup.

\Southeast\Asia,\Thailand,[the\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia\and\Kuwait\ [Australia[and[N.Z.] Front speakers

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.

Simple Setup

≥ There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands. ≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 7.

4 Front and surround speakers (with cover plate)

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Front speakers (with cover plate)

1 Attach the stand to the base.

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

Assembling the speakers

2 Attach the stand to the base while gently pulling on the

end of the speaker cable.

4 Stands

≥2k

stands with short cable: For front speakers

≥2k

stands with long cable: For surround speakers

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Stands (with cable)

Base

3 Attach the speaker to the stand.

1 Pull out the end of

the speaker cable and position it between the ridges.

2 Attach the speaker to the stand.

Speaker

4 Bases

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Bases

Front and surround speakers

16 Screws

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

8 Screws

Ridges

Cable

Stand

Cover plate

Remove before attaching the speaker and keep for wall-mount use (➜ page 7).

2 Secure the stand to the base.

Screw

Tighten securely.

Stand

Base

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Screws

Tighten securely.

Stand

Base

Cable

Pull gently.

Slide the speaker cable into the groove.

Stand

4 Secure the speaker to the stand.

Speaker

Screw

Tighten securely. Ensure the speaker cable is

Stand

centered in the groove.

5 Connect the speaker cable.

_: White `: Blue

Press the speaker cable into the groove.

Insert the wire fully.

Push!

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling

≥ 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.

String (not included) Thread from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.

Rear of the speaker

Screw eye

(not included)

Wall

Approx. 150 mm

Speaker installation options

∫ Attaching to a wall

You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.

The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be

≥

capable of supporting over 10 k building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers.

≥ When mounting the front speakers or surround speakers

([Australia[and[N.Z.] front speakers only) to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling.

4 Screws

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

2 Screws

Preparation for front and surround speakers

([Australia[and[N.Z.] front speakers only)

1 Remove the speaker cable from the stand.

per screw. Consult a qualified

4 Cover plates [Australia[and[N.Z.] 2 Cover plates

Release the cable from the groove.

Center speaker

200 mm

e.g.

Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand

Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net.

2 Position the cable.

Approx.15 cm

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

Screw

Surround speaker

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

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

Simple Setup

Assembling the speakers

2 Connect the cable (➜ page 6).

1 Attach the cover plate to the front speaker or surround speaker.

([Australia[and[N.Z.] front speaker only)

Cover plate

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

‰4.0 mm

Wall or pillar

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

Front and surround speaker Front speaker [Australia[and[N.Z.]

Screw

Tighten securely.

‰7.5 t o 9.5 mm

5.0 to 7.0 mm

106 mm

340 mm

Press the cable into the groove.

Cable

3 Attach the speaker net with the screws.

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

\Southeast\Asia,\Thailand,[the\Middle\East,\South\Africa,] [Saudi\Arabia\and\Kuwait\

(For center speaker)

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

(For surround speakers and center speaker)

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

≥ The stands must be able to support over 10 kg. ≥

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

e.g. Center speaker

Metal screw holes

For attaching to speaker stands

5 mm, pitch 0.8 mm

Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm

60 mm

Speaker stand

(not included)

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STEP2 Positioning the speakers

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

≥ Place speakers on flat secure bases. ≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick cur tains. ≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not. ≥ Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position.

The angles in the diagram are approximate.

Simple Setup

Setup example

Main unit

FRONT

(L, R)

SURROUND

(L, R)

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

Australia and N.Z.

Positioning the speakers

FRONT

(L, R)

≥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.

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

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

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

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.

Subwoofer

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

Caution

≥ Do not stand on the base.

Be cautious when children are near.

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SURROUND

(L, R)

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

e.g. Front speaker

Setup example

Main unit

≥ Do not touch the netted area of

the speakers.

e.g. [Australia[and[N.Z.]

Surround speaker

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, a

microphone (except

continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. – When adjusting the sound quality. – When turning the unit on or off.

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

), noise from FM broadcasts, or

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

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

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

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

Caution

≥ The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as

indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using

methods other than those described in this manual.

STEP3 Speaker connections

Speaker cables

≥ 1kshort cable:

For center speaker

The illustration shows the model for Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

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

SUB

WOOFER

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

Speaker cables

≥ 1kshort cable: For center speaker ≥ 2klong cables: For surround speakers

CENTER

FRONT

Rch

FRONT

Lch

SURROUND

Rch

CENTER

FRONT

Rch

2 sheets of speaker cable stickers

≥ Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make

connection easier.

Speaker cable sticker

Insert the wire fully.

i: White j: Blue

Push!

2 FRONT (R)

1 FRONT (L)

FRONT

Lch

4 SURROUND (R)

SURROUND

Rch

CENTER

WOOFER

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

SURROUND

Rch

Lch

Rch

SURROUND

FRONT

Rch

Lch

Lch Lch

Rch

FRONT

Simple Setup

5 CENTER

Speaker connections

6 SUBWOOFER

Push!

Insert the wire fully.

i: White j: Blue

SURROUND

Lch

SURROUND

Lch

3 SURROUND (L)

Main unit

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

Set your surround sound free! Optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60)

You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly when you use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60). For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic wireless accessory.

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STEP4 Audio and video connections

AUDIO

VID EO

OUT

≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.

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

Video cable

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

Television with an HDMI terminal

Simple Setup

HDMI-compatible television

(not included)

AV IN AV OUT

HDMI cable (not included)

Use the HDMI connection to enjoy higher quality audio and video with a single cable (➜ page 41, HDMI).

≥ Set “Video Output” to “On” and “Audio Output” to “On” (➜ page 28, “HDMI” tab). ≥ Set “Video Output Mode” (➜ page 23, Picture Menu).

Back of the main unit

Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control)

If your Panasonic television is an HDMI control compatible television, you can operate your television synchronizing with home-theater operations or vice versa [➜ page 37, Operating both the television and the home theater system: Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control

[Note]

≥ Make the extra audio connection (➜ below) when you use HDAVI Control function. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

[Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m), etc.]

≥ Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.

Audio and video connections

)].

Basic audio connection

Tel evis ion

(not included)

RF IN

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO IN

Audio cable

(not included)

AUDIO

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

AUX

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

≥ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system.

Refer to “Operating other equipment” (➜ page 36).

≥ You can also connect to the AUX terminals on the main unit. The TV AUDIO IN and AUX terminals are for external audio input.

Basic video connection

Back of the

Television

(not included)

VIDEO IN

Video cable

(included)

main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

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Other video connections for improved picture quality

AUDI O

VID EO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Television

(not included)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Video cables

(not included)

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

≥ Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (P 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) and luminance signal (Y) separately in

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

Connect to terminals of the same color.

To enjoy progressive video

≥ Connect to a progressive output compatible television.

1 Set “Video Output” to “Off” (➜ page 28, “HDMI” tab). 2 Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p” or “576p”, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen (➜ page 23, Picture Menu).

S-VIDEO OUT

Back of the

Television

(not included)

S-VIDEO

S-video cable

(not included)

main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Simple Setup

Audio and video connections

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

≥Using the S-VIDEO OUT terminal

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

∫ Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder (not included)

Television

(not included)

AUDI O

OUT

VIDEO OUT

RF IN

AUDI O

VIDEO IN

Audio cable

(not included)

Video cable

(included)

Back of the main unit

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO

AUX

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

You can use the AUX terminal for the audio input when you connect another external device (e.g. video cassette recorder). Select “AUX” as the input source (SELECTOR ➜ page 14).

To y o u r cable TV service or television antenna

RF IN

RF OUT

RF cable

(not included)

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STEP5 Radio and AC mains lead connections

AM loop antenna

FM indoor antenna

AC mains lead

[Southeast[Asia, [ [Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[

Simple Setup

≥ Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete. ≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 31).

Click!

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.

the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[

[Thailand,]

FM indoor antenna

Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.

Adhesive tape

[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[

The illustration shows the model for Southeast Asia, Thailand,

the Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

[Southeast[Asia,[Thailand,[the[Middle[East,[ [South[Africa,[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[

[Australia[and[N.Z.]

Before connecting

Main unit

the AC mains lead

Set the voltage.

Change the voltage selector to the appropriate position for the area in which this system is used.

Radio and AC mains lead connections

AC mains lead

[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION.

To household mains socket

Conserving power

The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait: approx. 0.65 W or for Australia and N.Z.: approx. 0.5 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 main unit.

While pushing, insert the wire fully.

White

Red

Black

Loosen the terminal screw with a Phillipshead screwdriver.

Re-tighten the terminal screw.

[Note]

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

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STEP6 Preparing the remote control

Remote control Batteries

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

≥ Do not use rechargeable type

R6/LR6, AA

batteries.

Do not:

≥ mix old and new batteries. ≥ use different types at the same time. ≥ heat or expose to flame. ≥ take apart or 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 severely damage the remote control.

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

∫ Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (➜ page 14), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

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

≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 36).

DVD

Turn on the unit.

Simple Setup

ENTER

ONE TOUCH PLAY

RETURN, SETUP

Select “DVD/CD”.

Press and hold to show the QUICK SETUP screen.

Preparing the remote control / Performing QUICK SETUP

Select

ENTER

Follow the messages and make the settings.

Press to finish QUICK SETUP.

Press repeatedly to exit.

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” tab (➜ page 28).

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Control reference guide

See page references in parentheses.

Turn the unit on/off (13)

Change the television’s video input mode (36)

Select disc’s title numbers etc./Enter numbers (17)

Cancel (17)

Select preset radio stations (30)

ONE TOUCH PLAY

Television operations (36)

Adjust the television volume (36)

Select the source

DVD: DVD/CD (13), TUNER/BAND: FM/AM (30) EXT-IN: MUSIC P. (34), TV (36), AUX (36),

D-IN (Digital In) ([Australia[and[N.Z.]) (36)

Start up and play a disc automatically/Control both the home theater system and the television (37)

Adjust the volume of the main unit (17)

Basic operations for play (16, 17)

Show a disc top menu (19) or program list (20)

Show a disc menu (19) or play list (20)

Frame-by-frame/Select or

Show on-screen menu (22)

Return to previous screen (17) or change the player settings (26)

Control reference guide

(32) (32, 33)

(17, 34)

To use functions labeled with “

(33, 32)

(33) (18) (34)

(32)

”:

Press and hold the button for at least 2 seconds.

Standby/on switch [Í/I]

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. (16)

MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (34)

SURROUND ENHANCER Enhancing the surround sound effect (16)

MIC LEVEL [Except[Australia[and[N.Z.] Adjust the microphone volume (35)

MIC jack [Except[Australia[and[N.Z.]

Connect a microphone (35)

Display

< OPEN/CLOSE

Open/Close the disc tray (16)

4, 5 / X TUNING W

Skip or slow-search play (16)/ Select the radio stations (30)

AC supply indicator [AC IN]

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

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SURROUND ENHANCER

Remote control signal sensor

∫ /

TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

Stop playing (16)/Select the tuning mode (30) Adjust the FM reception condition (30)

1 / MEMORY

Play discs (16)/ Memorize the receiving radio stations (30)

Phones Connect headphones (34)

VOLUME Turn up/down the volume (16)

SELECTOR (30)

DVD/CD#FM#AM#TV#AUX# D-IN (Digital In) ([Australia[and[N.Z.])# MUSIC P.#Return to DVD/CD

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