Panasonic SC-HTR310 Operating Instruction

Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTR310

If you have any questions contact

1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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 the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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

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

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
* DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE,
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.

* USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED

CCESSORIES.

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* DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK);

THERE ARE NO USER SER
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the
AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from AC receptacle.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric
Industrial Co., Ltd.

DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND

VICEABLE PARTS

-If you see this symbol-

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside
the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local authorities or
dealer and ask for the correct method
of disposal.

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial
Co., Ltd.

VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric
Industrial Co., Ltd.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of DTS, Inc.

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Digital signals that can be played on this system

Dolby Digital DTS PCM (2-channel)

DVD etc. DVD etc. CD, DVD audio etc.

(Signals with sampling
frequencies of up to 96 kHz)

Multi-channel LPCM

(Linear PCM)

Blu-ra

y disc, DVD audio etc.

(Signals with sampling
frequencies of up to 48 kHz)

Note

Playback of the following signals is also available when you make HDMI connections. ( pages 17 and 28)

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– PCM signals with sampling frequencies of over 96 kHz
– Multi-channel signals with sampling frequencies of over 48 kHz



Depending on the connected equipment, the playback condition differs. (Playback may be impossible if not supported.)
See operating instructions of playback equipment for more information.

See “Glossary” ( page 38) for more detailed information on each signal.

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FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
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.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Before use

Digital signals that can be played on this system

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.

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

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

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Setting up your Home Theater system

Step

Installing the rack

( pages 10 to 15)

1

Before use

After you have installed the rack, attach the
glass top panel, shelf and glass doors.

Step

2

Connecting the television and DVD player

( page 16)

(Peripheral equipment and cables are not included unless otherwise mentioned.)

 Recommended TV size:

Basic connection

Setting up your Home Theater system

Connect with an HDMI cable for high-quality audio and video.
This connection requires HDMI terminals on both the television and
the DVD recorder. ( page 17)

Step

Enjoying movies and music

3

Enjoy surround sound with DVDs, TV, and
other sources.

 This system has built-in speakers.

Do not connect other speakers with the front speakers, center

speaker and subwoofer.
If you connect other speakers, the sound will not be produced with
proper characteristics and malfunction may occur.

50 inches or less

( page 16)

( pages 24 to 27)

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Table of contents

Before use

Connection

Digital signals that can be played

on this system ................................................ 3

Setting up your Home Theater system ......... 4

Supplied accessories ..................................... 6

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

Remote control preparation .......................... 9

Installing and assembling the rack ............. 10

Home Theater connections ......................... 16

Basic connections ............................................... 16

Connecting equipment with HDMI terminal (TV,

DVD recorder, etc.) ............................................. 17

Connecting with digital terminal-mounted

equipment ..........................................................18

Connecting with VCR .......................................... 19

Other connections ........................................ 20

Connecting a set top box (cable or satellite) ... 20
Connecting a combination DVD recorder/VCR ... 21

AC power supply connection ...................... 22

Checking speaker output ............................. 23

Before useConnectionPlay

Play

Enjoying movies and music ........................ 24

Sound field .......................................................... 26

Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” .. 28

Functions and settings ................................ 29

Using “WHISPER MODE SURROUND” ............. 29

Using “GAME” .................................................... 29

Muting .................................................................. 29

Adjusting speaker output .................................. 29

REAL CENTER function ..................................... 30

Adjusting sound quality .................................... 30

Adjusting the balance ........................................ 30

Reducing standby power consumption

(Standby mode) ..................................................31

Setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF ”
Adjusting the time lag by delaying audio
output when pictures on TV arrives

after sounds ........................................................ 31

Switching between dual sounds ....................... 32

Clear audio at low volume ................................. 32

Switching the attenuator ................................... 32

Setting input signals .......................................... 33

Reset (factory settings) ..................................... 33

When other equipment (mini component
system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by

Panasonic operate ............................................. 34

...

31

Reference

Error messages ............................................ 35

Specifications ............................................... 35

Troubleshooting guide ................................. 36

Product Service ............................................ 37

Glossary ........................................................ 38

Maintenance .................................................. 38

Limited Warranty .......................................... 39

Reference

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Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of June 2008. These may be subject to change.)

T

o order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 39.

Before use

Supplied accessories

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1 Glass top panel
(RXQ1618)

2 Glass doors
1 x Left (RXQ1607)

1 x Right (RXQ1608)

2 Shelves

(RKQ2G0004-K)

1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00021)

Supplied accessories for rack

4 Caster stoppers (TBLB3008)

Left side

Right side

8 Moulded dowels

(RMQ1649)

Supplied accessories for amplifier

2 Batteries 1 Remote control

2 Screws
(XTW4+16AFJK)

(N2QAYB000288)

Packing plan

Shelf

(Dotted line)

Glass top panel

Batteries

Remote
control

Glass doors

Other
supplied
accessories

Rack

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Control guide

This system

(Front view)

Control panel

Front speaker (left)

(display)

Center speaker Front speaker (right)

Before use

Subwoofer

(left)

(Rear view)

Rear panel Amplifier

Cut-outs Cut-outs

Subwoofer
(right)

Caster

Control guide

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ゲーム（ サウンド ）ゲーム（

サウンド ）

VOLUME

WHISPER MODE

SURROUND

INPUT

SELECTOR

Control guide

PCM

DIGITAL DTS

PL

SFC

VS

DIGITAL INPUT

Control panel

Before use

Standby/on switch

( pages 22 to 24)

For adjusting volume ( page 24)

“INPUT SELECTOR”
switch ( page 24)

Control guide

Display

DIGITAL : Dolby Digital sources

DTS : DTS sources

VS : When Dolby Virtual Speaker is working

SFC : When you are using an SFC mode

Standby indicator

( page 22)

General display

For using “WHISPER MODE SURROUND”

( page 29)

When input signal is fixed to PCM ( page 33)

When input signal is digital

When input signal is fixed to
DTS ( page 33)

Digital surround signal/Sound field ( below, pages 26 and 27)

PLⅡ :

When Dolby Pro Logic
used
(When using Dol by Vir tu al Speaker on
2 channel stereo source)

decoder is being

Amplifier

Speaker terminalsAC inlet ( page 22) Digital input terminal ( pages 17 to 21 and 28)

Exhaust hole (Cooling fan)

Speaker terminals

The speakers are already connected. Do not touch the connectors unless absolutely necessary.
If the connectors become disconnected, refer to the illustrations below for connection.

Connector connection

Green

Purple

Purple

Green

Red
White

White
Red

Audio input terminal

( pages 16, 17, 19 and 21)

How to attach the connectors

Terminal block

Connector

Make sure the color on the connector
indicates the same as corresponding
terminal and insert the connector straight all
the way.

HDMI terminal ( pages 17 and 28)

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Remote control

VOLUME

WHISPER MODE

SURROUND

INPUT

SELECTOR

Standby/on button ( pages 23 to 25)

Test signal output ( page 23)

For using “WHISPER MODE

SURROUND” ( page 29)

For using “GAME”

( page 29)

To enter setup mode

( pages 29 to 34)

For selecting or cancelling

Dolby Virtual Speaker,

Dolby Pro Logic

and SFC mode

( pages 26 and 27)

Remote control preparation

Input mode and remote control mode
buttons ( pages 24, 25 and 34)

Adjusting speaker output

( pages 23 and 29)

For adjusting the volume

( pages 23 to 25)

Muting ( page 29)

For adjusting settings/For activating
settings ( pages 29 to 34)

For returning to the previous menu

( pages 29 to 34)

Before use

Control guide/Remote control preparation

Inserting the batteries

Press on the tab to open.

(R6/LR6, AA)

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

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

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Do not heat or expose to flame.

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Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and

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windows closed.

Do not:

mix old and new batteries.

•
use different types at the same time.

•

take apart or short circuit.

•
attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

•

use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

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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, dark place.

Using the remote control

Remote control signal sensor

Within 7 meters (23 feet) at
the front (actual distance
depends on the angle)

Transmission window

Note

•

Do not place an object between the signal sensor and the
remote control.

o not place the signal sensor under direct sunlight or the strong

•

D
light of a fluorescent lamp.
Keep the transmission window and the system’s sensor free

•
from dust.

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Installing and assembling the rack

Glass top
panel
assembly
( page 12)

Installing each
equipment

Connection

Installation

 At least 2 people are necessary for installation.
 Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. (Do not use a powered screwdriver.)

 Choose a stable location for installation.
 Handle the glass top panel and glass doors with enough care.

Shelf assembly ( page 12)

Glass door assembly ( page 15)

Speaker net

S
stoppers
( page 14)

(DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder  page 13)
(TV  page 13)

etting the caster

Installing and assembling the rack

Make sure to place the rack on a flat, stable surface so there is no danger of it falling over. Take enough safety

•
measures to prevent the television from falling down.
You can install this system so that it is flush with the wall at either the sides or back, but you will require some space

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for working during setup and connection.
Do not place in front of curtains as they may obstruct the system’s exhaust hole.

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Avoid pressing on the speaker nets during installation.

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If the surface of the wooden floor is soft, the caster mark may remain.

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See page 11 for removing casters.

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Caution

Use the supplied speakers only with our home theater audio system. Failure to do so can damage the amplifier and

•
speakers, and can cause fire.
Consult a qualified service person if damage occurs or if performance worsens.

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Setup example

This system This system This system

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Removing casters

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Remove casters at unstable places. (thick-piled carpet,
uneven floor, etc.)

•

Spread soft cloth on the floor and tip the rack back to
remove the casters.

•

Hold and pull to remove.

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At least 2 people are necessary for removing casters.

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Make sure that at least 2 people hold the bottom plate
when moving the rack after removing the casters. See the
following instructions about how to lift the rack.

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Do not put anything on and in the rack when removing
casters. Do not put the included glass top panel either.

How to lift the rack

(Bottom plate)

Front side

Caster

Back side

Hold and pull.

Soft cloth, etc.

Lift the back side of the



top board and insert your
hand to the bottom of the
back side.

Back side

Front side

Insert your hand to the



bottom of the front side.

Lift the rack horizontally



using your both hands.

Connection

Installing and assembling the rack

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Installing and assembling the rack

Glass top panel assembly

1

2

Connection

Note

Lift up and down slowly not to make an impact on the glass.

Shelf assembly

Adjust the included glass top panel
so that it lines up with the protrusion
on the back of the rack.

•

The glass top panel has the front side and back
side. Face up the front side with the sticker.

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The nonslip sheet has been put on the top panel of
the rack. Do not remove the sheet when installing
the glass top panel.

Put the glass panel down slowly to
make sure its aligned with the rear of
the top panel of the rack (as shown
in the diagram).

Nonslip
sheet

Glass top panel

Protrusion

Sticker

Top panel of the rack

(Side view)

Glass top panel

Top panel of the rack

Insert the moulded dowel (included) into

1

the dowel hole on one side.

Insert the shelf (included) at an angle

2

and adjust it so that the shelf groove is
attached to the molded dowel.

Installing and assembling the rack

Hold the shelf, insert the moulded dowel

3

into the dowel hole on the other side. Set
the shelf horizontally.

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The height of the shelf can be adjusted at 3 different
levels.

•

Change the position of the dowels to move the shelf up or
down.

•

Insert the moulded dowel not to lose even when the shelf
is not set.

Hole

Moulded dowel

Groove (Under the shelf)

Shelf

UNIT: mm (inches)

Dowel position Upper Middle Lower

H

Compartment

Upper shelf 101 (
Lower shelf 101 (

W 448 (

D 354 (

3 31/32”)

3 31/32”)

17 5/8”)

5 5/32”)

131 (

2 25/32”)

71 (

(both L and R)

13 15/16”)

161 (

41 (

6 11/32”)

1 5/8”)