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.

A

* 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.

•
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.

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.

•
Do not heat or expose to flame.

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

•
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.

•

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

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

•
Avoid pressing on the speaker nets during installation.

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

•
See page 11 for removing casters.

•

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.

•

Setup example

This system This system This system

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Removing casters

•

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.

•

At least 2 people are necessary for removing casters.

•

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.

•

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.

•

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.

•

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”)

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Installing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder or other equipment on
the shelf

Press the cut-out on the back panel using

1

2

your thumb etc. with force to remove it for
wiring after installing the equipment.

•

•

•

Pull out the bundled cords of stored
equipment from the cut-outs for
connection.

(Please also refer to the other equipment’s operating instructions.)

(Rear vie

Refer to pages 16 to 21 for connections with other
equipment.
If the operating instructions of the equipment require heat
release or ventilation, remove the cut-out on the back
panel to secure ventilation.
W

hen setting equipment with the exhaust hole on the side,
follow the operating instruction of the equipment before
setting.

w)

Cut-outs

ush the black-circled

P
point.

Small cut-outs

Big cut-outs

Connection

Note

•

Do not put equipment weighing more than 12 k
(26.5 lbs) on the upper shelf or more than 20 kg
(44.1 lbs) on the lower shelf.

•

Image interference may occur if you put a DVD
recorder, etc. on the upper shelf. Put it on the lower
shelf if this occurs.

•

Depending on the equipment to install, the cables
may not be connected.
To install the equipment, adjust the height of the shelf
to the position where the cables come out.
If you set on the lowest level (on the floor panel), the

•
equipment with long depth may not be set properly or
the equipment cord may not be taken out.
When installing equipment, refer to the table for “Shelf

•
assembly” on page 12.

Installing the television

g

Shelf top (dimension ): 348 mm (13

Shelf top (dimension

The lowest level (on the floor panel) (dimension
255 mm (10

(Please also refer to the television’s operating instructions.)

Recommended: 50 inches or less

Place the television (with stand attached)
in the center of the rack.

Note

•

Lift the television when placing it on the rack. Dragging it may
damage the top panel.
(For details, refer to the television’s operating instructions.)

•

If the television stand adheres to the glass top panel too tight to
remove, lift the stand inserting a fl
removing the stand.
Install the rotary television stand not to run over the rack even if it

•
rotates.

at and thin object. This may help

(Fr

ont view)

The lowest level (on the floor panel)



Shelf top

equipment when the big cut-outs part on the
back panel is opened)

): 255 mm (10

equipment when the small cut-outs part on
the back panel is opened)

equipment)

(Side view in cross section)

11

/16”

) 13(Maximum depth of

1

/16”

) (Maximum depth of

):

1

/16”



) (Maximum depth of

Television
stand

Installing and assembling the rack

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Installing and assembling the rack

Setting the caster stoppers

Set the caster stoppers (included) under
the casters to fix this system and prevent
from moving.

When setting the caster stoppers, match the front side of

•
caster with the arrow of the caster stopper.

Front

(Caster stopper position)

Set the caster stoppers under 4 casters circled with the
dotted line of figure below.

Front side

Lift the rack to remove caster stoppers. See page 11

•
about how to lift the rack.

Connection

Stabilising the television

Attach the television to the rack to prevent it from falling over.

 Fixing to the rack

•

Attach the fall-prevention band etc. supplied with TV using
the included screws as illustrated at right. (If the fall-pre­vention band is not supplied with TV, use a commercially
available band to fix.)
Attach the fall-prevention band to the prepared hole in the
center of the underside of the top board.
If the hole is not positioned at a suitable place, drill
approx. 2 mm (
band with the screw.

•

If you fasten the screw too tightly, it goes around in circles
and the TV cannot be fixed.

Caster stopper

Arro

w

3

/32”

) hole on the underside and attach the

(Bottom side)

(Setup example)

Fall-prevention
band

Prepared
screw hole

 Fixing to the wall

•

Use commercially available screws, strong string or chain

Installing and assembling the rack

suitable for materials of the wall or pillar to fix to the solid
parts.
Walls and pillars must be strong enough to support the

•
weight of TV. Ask installation personnel for more informa­tion.
Fix 2 parts at both left and right.

•

Screw (included)

(Setup e

xample)

The illustration is an example.
The shape may differ from the actual product.

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Glass door assembly

1

2

3

Remove 4 screws from the glass holder
using a Phillips-head screwdriver and
take out the board.

•

Before taking out the board, remove the tape fixing the
glass holder.

•

Use the Phillips-head screwdriver that matches the screw
size.

Insert the glass door (included) to the
glass holder firmly and tighten
the 2 screws in front tentatively.

•

The illustration at right shows how to fix the left glass door.

•

One side of the magnet catch has a hole.
This is the inner side of the glass.

•

The slippage prevention sheet is pasted on the glass
holder inserting part on the surface of the glass door.
Fix as it is.

Close the glass door to adjust the height
and gap on both sides. Open the glass
door so it does not misalign and tighten
2 screws in front with the Phillips-head
screwdriver.

Hole

Magnet
catch

I

nner side

of glass

Board

Slippage prevention sheet

Screw

Inner side
of glass

Screw

Screw

Phillips-head
screwdriver

Glass
holder

Screw

Phillips-head
screwdriver

Screw

Connection

4

Tighten 2 screws at the back firmly.

•

Install the other glass door in the same way.

Inner side
of glass

Phillips-head
screwdriver

Screw

Installing and assembling the rack

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Home Theater connections

Basic connections

Connection cable

Stereo connection cable (not included)

Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.•

Connection

TV

Audio out

R L

Home Theater connections

Amplifier

Connect the video
directly from the
other equipment to
the television.

VIDEO IN

Use this connection
so audio from the
equipment can be
heard through the
television’s speakers
even if this system is
in standby mode.

AUDIO IN

Video

le

cab

Audio
cable

DVD player etc.

VIDEO

OUT

UDIO

A

OUT

Reduce the volume on the television and select “TV ” after you have done connections as
above if you want to use this system.

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Turn off all components before making any connections.

•
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating

•
instructions.

Connecting equipment with HDMI terminal (TV, DVD recorder, etc.)

Connection cable

Stereo connection cable

(not included)

HDMI cable notes

Use a Panasonic HDMI cable for best results.•

Make the connection either  or  according to
the suitability for your equipment.

Audio out

R L

HDMI cable (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included)

TV

Digital audio

HDMI input

out (optical)

Note the
shape and fit
it correctly
into the
terminal.

Connecting the optical
fiber cable

Do not
bend!

Amplifier

Connection

Blu-ray Disc player/DVD
recorder, etc.

Home Theater connections

HDMI

Video/Audio out

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Home Theater connections

Connecting with digital terminal-mounted equipment

Connection cable

Optical fiber cable (not included)

Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.•

Connection

TV

Amplifier

Digital audio

out (optical)

Coaxial cable (not included)

Connect the video
directly from the
other equipment to
the television.

Connecting the optical fiber
cable

Note the shape
and fit it
c

orrectly into the

terminal.

Do not
bend!

Use this connection
so audio from the
equipment can
be heard through
the television’s
speakers even if
this system is in
standby mode.

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

Video cable

Audio
cable

Home Theater connections

DVD player etc.

Digital audio out

(optical)

Digital audio out

(coaxial)

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

Make the connection either  or  according to the suitability for your
equipment.

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Connecting with VCR

Connection cable

Turn off all components before making any connections.

•
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating

•
instructions.

Stereo connection cable (not included)

Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.•

TV

Digital audio

out (optical)

Amplifier

Optical fiber cable (not included)

Connect the video
directly from the
other equipment to
the television.

Connecting the optical fiber
cable

Note the shape
and fit it
c

orrectly into the

terminal.

Do not
bend!

Use this connection
so audio from the
equipment can
be heard through
the television’s
speakers even if
this system is in
standby mode.

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

Video cable

Audio
cable

Connection

VCR etc.

R L

udio out

A

VIDEO OUT

Home Theater connections

AUDIO OUT

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Other connections

Connecting a set top box (cable or satellite)

Connection cable

Optical fiber cable (not included)

Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.•

Connect the video
directly from the
other equipment to
the television.

Connection

VIDEO IN

Use this
connection so
audio from the
equipment can
be heard through
the television’s
speakers even if
this system is in
standby mode.

AUDIO IN

Coaxial cable (not included)

TV

Digital audio

out (optical)

Amplifier

Other connections

VIDEO

OUT

Video
cable

AUDIO

OUT

Audio
cable

Connecting the optical fiber
cable

Note the
shape and fit it
correctly into
the terminal.

Do not bend!

Digital

audio

out

(optical)

Digital audio out

(coaxial)

Cable box or
satellite receiver, etc.

DVD player etc.

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Connecting a combination DVD recorder/VCR

Connection for equipment with DVD/VCR terminal.

Connection cable

Turn off all components before making any connections.

•
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating

•
instructions.

Optical fiber cable (not included)

Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.•

TV

Amplifier

Digital audio

out (optical)

Connecting the optical fiber
cable

Note the
shape and fit it
correctly into
the terminal.

Stereo connection cable (not included)

Connect the video
directly from the
other equipment to
the television.

Use this
connection so
audio from the
equipment can
be heard through
the television’s
speakers even if
this system is in
standby mode.

VIDEO IN

Do not
bend!

Video cable

Connection

AUDIO IN

Other connections

Audio
cable

Combination DVD
recorder/VCR

Note

See page 25 for playback.

R L

Audio out

DVD/
VCR out
terminal

Digital

audio out

(optical)

DVD out

terminal

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

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AC power supply connection

VOLUME

WHISPER MODE

SURROUND

INPUT

SELECTOR



Connect AC power supply cord after all other cables are connected.

Amplifier

AC power supply cord
(included)

Connection

Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Note

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

•
Also, do not use AC power supply cord for other equipment with this system.

•

Conserving power

This system consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx. 0.7 W). To save power when the system
is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in
this system.

AC power supply connection

“Standby” indicator

Standby indicator

Standby/on switch [8]

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.

Standby/on switch

Standb

y 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.

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Checking speaker output

You can check audio output with a test signal

1. Press to turn on the system.

2. Press

3. Press

to output the test signal.

Speaker

to adjust the volumes of

front speakers to the normal listening level.

•

Test signal is output from one speaker at a time for two seconds in the following
order.
L (Front left) → C (Center) → R (Front right) → SUBW (Subwoofer)

4. Press to stop the test signal.

Note

Check connections when the speaker does not have output the test signal. ( page 8)

Adjusting speaker output

If you feel the output of the center speaker and subwoofer are not balanced with front speakers adjust the speaker
output according to your preference.

Connection

1. Output the test signal. ( above step 1 to 3)

2. Press

SUBW (Subwoofer) → C (Center)

3. Press

The test signal comes from the speaker being adjusted.

•
Test signal is output again in above order 2 seconds after adjustment.

•

to select a speaker for adjustment.

to adjust each speaker’s output level.

Adjustment range:

SUBW: OFF, MIN,
1 to 19, MAX
C:

− 6 to ＋ 6

4. Press to stop the test signal.

Note

To adjust the front speaker volumes, press [VOL –, +]. To adjust the volume balance of left and right front speakers, see

•

“Adjusting the balance”. ( page 30)
When you select “OFF ” for subwoofer adjustment, there is no output from the subwoofer.

•

Even if you adjust each channel level in this adjustment, each channel level setting in each SFC mode does not change.

•

When you make this adjustment, Dolby Virtual Speaker functions. When playing 2-channel sources, Dolby Pro Logic

•
in conjunction. ( pages 26 and 27)

You can adjust the speaker level while playing movies and music. ( page 29)

•

Checking speaker output

also works

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VOLUME

WHISPER MODE

SURROUND

INPUT

SELECTOR

VOLUME

INPUT

SELECTOR

Enjoying movies and music

Preparation

Control panel

Enjoying movies and music

Turn on the television and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using
television remote control.

Play

Control panel

Operation on the control panel

1

2

3
4

Turn on the system

Press

Select the source.

(The input source

Press

TV : TV
BD/DVD : Blu-ray Disc player/

(factory setting) DVD recorder

AUX 1 : AUX1 terminal
AUX 2 : AUX2 terminal
AUX 3 : AUX3 terminal

switches each time you
press the button.)

Start play on the other
equipment.

Adjust the volume.

Press

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1

 See page 3 for digital signals that can be played on this system.

To turn on the system

Press the button.

2

3
4

or

or

To select the source

Press one of these
buttons.

TV : TV
BD/DVD : Blu-ray Disc player/

DVD recorder

AUX 1 : AUX1 terminal
AUX 2 : AUX2 terminal
AUX 3 : AUX3 terminal

“AUX 1”, “AUX 2” and “AUX 3”



switch every time you press [AUX].

(factory setting)

Start play on the other equipment.

 You can enjoy the variety of surround effects. ( pages 26 and 27)

To adjust the volume

Press the buttons.

0 (Min) to 50 (Max)

 After playback, reduce the volume level and turn off.

Note

•

Depending on the playback source, you may feel the volume of the subwoofer or center speaker is not balanced with
the volume of the front speakers. In this case, you can adjust the speaker volume during playback. ( page 29)

•

Even if you switch input to sources other than “BD/DVD ”, images (or audio) of the equipment connected to BD/DVD
terminal are output from TV output terminal.

Enjoying movies and music

Play

Enjoying images and audio when this system is OFF

•

When image equipment such as TV and recorder is connected to this system via HDMI ( page 17), images/audio
signals from the recorder go through this system and are transmitted to TV even if this system is turned off. (Standby
through function) This is convenient to enjoy only with TV speaker.
Images recorded with x.v.Color ( page 38) are also supported.

•

Note

When you turn this system off, the audio/video signals from a recorder connected to this system’s BD/DVD HDMI input terminal
are output through the television, even if you have set input on this system to anything other than “BD/DVD ”. (The selector
returns to the previous setting when you turn this system on again.)

Playing a DVD recorder with built-in VCR

If the equipment has the output terminal specifically for DVD/VHS, select input as described in step 2
above.

To enjoy DVD: select “AUX 1 ”.

•
To enjoy video: select “AUX 3 ”.

•

Enjoying movies and music

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The effects for sound field differ depending on input source. Select the mode you prefer.

Sound field

Dolby Virtual Speaker



You can enjoy surround effects just like 5.1 channel. (Dolby Pro Logic

sources.) Dolby Virtual Speaker has the following modes.

REFERENCE (Standard mode) Standard sound effect.

WIDE (Wide mode) Broadens the effect to the left and right.

 Dolby Pro Logic

You can enjoy 2-channel sources including CD with the surround effect.

 SFC (Sound Field Control)

You can add presence and spread to surround sound according to your choice when you use SFC with Dolby Digital,

DTS, stereo sources (video, CD, etc.). SFC has the following modes.

MUSIC MOVIE

LIVE Imparts the reflection and spread of a

large concert hall.

POP/ROCK Best suited for dynamic sound such as

pop and rock music.

Enjoying movies and music

VOCAL Best suited to enhance vocals. SPORTS Enjoy a feeling like being at a live

JAZZ Enjoy sound reflections as if you were

in a small Jazz club.

DANCE Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect. GAME Enjoy games with greater audio impact.

DRAMA Best suited for dialogs in drama movies.

ACTION Best suited for action movies with

MUSICAL Enjoy a feeling like being at a live

MONO Best suited for older monaural audio

works with video cassettes or CD stereo

impact.

sporting event.

musical performance.

movies.

Play

Note

See page 8 about how to display the surround digital signal/sound field.

•

If the input source is 2-channel, Dolby Virtual Speaker

•

SFC is not available for multi-channel LPCM signal.

•

You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic

•
sampling frequencies of over 48 kHz. They are automatically cancelled if those signals are input. To use the effect
when playing back other sources, press [
select.

•

You can also press [GAME] on the remote control to select “GAME ” mode ( above) of SFC. ( page 29)

•

When sound fi
source, turning the system ON/OFF, or switching input.
This system supports 7.1 channel LPCM signals.

•
You can enjoy wider sound field effects when playing back.
The following display appears when 7.1 channel LPCM signals arrive.

eld is cancelled, the previous condition before sound field is cancelled returns by changing input

VIRTUAL SPEAKER], [ PL

also works in conjunction by pressing [ PL

and SFC when the source contains PCM signals with

] or [SFC MUSIC, MOVIE] again to

].

PL

VS

Using Dolby Virtual Speaker

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The mode switches each time you

•

Press

press the button. ( page 26)

Using Dolby Pro Logic

Press

Using SFC (Sound Field Control)

You can enjoy by adding your favourite surround effect in addition to the Dolby Virtual Speaker
( above) effect.

The mode switches each time you

•

Press

press the button. ( page 26)

Enjoying movies and music

To cancel SFC mode



Press

Cancelling sound field

Press

The surround effects disappear for 2-channel sources such as CD and TV.

•
The surround digital signals which input sources are Dolby digital or DTS and multi-

•
channel LPCM signals are converged to 3.1-channel and the signals are output from
the left and right front speakers, center speaker and subwoofer.

Play

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Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

TM

”

What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ?
VIERA Link

TM

is a new name for EZ SyncTM.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system,
and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recorder (DIGA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this
function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for

”

TM

Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

connected equipment for operational details.

•

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI
CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other
manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

This system supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.

•

“HDAVI Control 3” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment.
This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

•

You can enjoy the following by using the remote control of TV (VIERA)



You can select “Speaker Selection” (“Home Cinema” or “TV”).

Home Cinema: This system will be automatically turned on if it is in standby mode and the sound is from this

system’s speaker. You can also adjust the volume level by using the volume control buttons.

TV: TV speakers are active.



When you switch off the TV (VIERA), this system automatically turns off.

When VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible recorder (DIGA) is connected with HDMI cable, the recorder (DIGA)
also turns off.

Note

•

When you operate the TV (VIERA) such as selecting a channel this system’s input selector will automatically switch to

“TV”

•

When you operate DIGA DVD recorder, this system’s input selector will automatically switch to “BD/DVD ”.

•

To operate other functions, use this system’s remote control.

Play

Connection

Connect your home theater equipment (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible VIERA television and DIGA DVD
recorder) with an HDMI cable.

•

It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised.

Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft),

RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft), etc.

Only with HDMI cable connection, you cannot enjoy TV sounds on this system. Connect TV to this system with the

•
optical fiber cable to enjoy TV sound.

Digital audio

out (optical)

HDMI IN

Amplifier

HDMI

OUT

DVD recorder

TV (VIERA)

Setup

Switch on all your equipment.



Switch on your television (VIERA).



Switch television (VIERA) input to HDMI terminal that this system is connected to.



Ensure that this system’s input is set to “BD/DVD ” in order to view pictures from DIGA correctly.



Note

This setup should be done each time when the following conditions occur:

for the first time

•
when adding or reconnecting equipment

•
when changing setup

•

(DIGA)

When not using this function

Set VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF ”. ( page 31)

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Functions and settings

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VOLUME

WHISPER MODE

SURROUND

INPUT

SELECTOR

Using
“WHISPER MODE
SURROUND”

You can enjoy dynamic
surround effect even
when the sound volume
level is low.

Press

 To cancel Press again.
If cancelled, “W.S. OFF ” is displayed.

This setting can be made on control panel as well.

Control panel

Press

[WHISPER MODE
SURROUND] indicator

When this function is on, [WHISPER MODE

•
SURROUND] indicator lights up on the control panel.

Note

•

WHISPER MODE SURROUND cannot be used in the
following cases.

When Dolby Virtual Speaker is off
If the above setting is made when this function is on,
[WHISPER MODE SURROUND] indicator disappears and
this function temporarily becomes off.

Using “GAME”

Enjoy gaming with more
impact.

Muting

“MUTING IS ON ” scrolls
across the display while
the volume is muted.

Adjusting speaker
output

Depending on the
playback source, you
may feel the volume of
the subwoofer or center
speaker is not balanced
with the volume of the
front speakers. In this
case, you can adjust the
speaker volume during
playback.

Press

“GAME ” mode ( pages 26 and 27) in SFC is selected.•

 To cancel Press again.
If cancelled, SFC’s effect itself is cancelled.

Press

 To cancel Press again.

Muting is cancelled when you switch the system to standby.

•
Muting is also cancelled when you adjust the volume.

•

1 Press to select a speaker for adjustment.

(The speaker is switched each time you press the
button.)

SUBW (Subwoofer) → C (Center)

2

Press

to adjust each speaker’s

output level.

Adjustment range: SUBW: OFF, MIN,

1 to 19, MAX

C:

− 6 to +6

Note

•

To adjust the volume balance of the front speakers, see
“Adjusting the balance”. ( page 30)

•

There is no output from the subwoofer if you select
“OFF”.

•

If the sound is distorted, lower the level.

•

You cannot adjust the output level of speakers if the
speakers’ audio output is set to off. ( pages 26 and 27)

•

You can adjust the speaker’s output level in SFC’s each
mode respectively. ( pages 26 and 27)

Functions and settings

Play

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Functions and settings

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1

REAL CENTER
function

Makes the dialog from
the center speaker
clearer when playing
surround sources.

Factory setting is “ON”.
S

ee right to set it “OFF”.

Adjusting sound

Functions and settings

quality

You can adjust the level
of bass and treble.

Input signals must be
2 channel of either
analog or PCM.
This setting is not
displayed in other
conditions. Make sure
the above setting is
made before setup this
function.

2 Press to select “REAL C.”.

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

Press to select “OFF”.

3

ON, OFF

The effect changes as soon as you select “ON” or “OFF” but you must press [OK] to confirm

•
selection.

4

Press a few times to select

“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1

Press to select “BASS”

2

Press

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: ON

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

•

or “TREBLE”.

Press to adjust range.

3

4

Press a few times to select

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Adjustment range: –6 to +6

Press

Select “EXIT”
and confirm to
finish the setup
mode.

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Play

Adjusting the
balance

You can adjust the
balance of the front
speakers.

L: Front speaker (left)
R: Front speaker (right)

1 Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

Press to select

2

“BALANCE ”.

3

Press to adjust the

REAL C., BASS,  TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,

REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

balance.

4

Press a few times to select
“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Use the bar as a guide.

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and

•
confirm to finish the
setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

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Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

Reducing
standby power
consumption

(Standby mode)

Standby through function
( pages 25 and 38)
does not work in this
mode if you have
connected through the
HDMI terminal.
VIERA Link “HDAVI
Control” ( page 28) will
not function when this
system is off.

Setting VIERA Link
“HDAVI Control” to

“OFF”

21Press to select “HDMI”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

Press to select “STNBY”.

3

Press to select “OFF”.

4

OFF : Standby power consumption reduced
(approx. 0.3 W)
ON : Normal standby power consumption

5

Press a few times to select
“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

21Press to select “HDMI”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

Press to select “CTRL”.

3

STNBY, CTRL

Press

STNBY, CTRL

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: ON

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Functions and settings

Adjusting the time
lag by delaying
audio output
when pictures on
TV arrives after
sounds

Press to select “OFF”.

4

OFF : When the operation is not linked
ON : When the operation is linked

5

Press a few times to select
“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

21Press to select “TV DELAY”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY,
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE,
RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

3 Press to select setting.

AUTO, OFF, 10, 20, 30, 40

 For only combination with Panasonic TV

(VIERA) Supporting HDAVI Control 3.

4

Press a few times to select
“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: ON

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: AUTO

Press to
confirm.

Play

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Functions and settings

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1

Switching between
dual sounds

You can switch
between dual sounds of
Dolby Digital signals.

Clear audio at low

Functions and settings

volume

Dynamic range
compression for Dolby
Digital

It compresses the
dynamic range so that
y

ou can still hear dialog
and leave the sound
field unaffected. Use
this function when you
have to turn the volume
down, such as late at
night.

Play

2

Press to select

“DUAL PRG”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

3 Press to select the sound.

M1: Main audio, M2: Sub channel audio output,
M1+M2: Main + Sub channel audio output

4 Press a few times to select

“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1

2

Press to select “DRCOMP”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY,
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE,
RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

Press

3 Press to select setting.

OFF: Normal playback; STANDARD: The level
recommended by the producer of the software for
household viewing; MAX: The maximum allowable
compression (recommended for night viewing)

4 Press a few times to select

“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: OFF

Press to
confirm.

Switching the
attenuator

Switch the attenuator
“ON ” when big sounds
become distorted while
playing an analog input
source.

1

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

2 Press to select

“ATTENUATOR”.

REAL C.,
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE,
RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.



BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY,

3 Press to select “ON”.

ON, OFF

4 Press a few times to select

“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: OFF

Press to
confirm.

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Setting input
signals

Most sources can be
played with “AUTO ”
(factory setting).
However, in the
following cases,
change the input signal
detection setting.

When the beginning

●

of the song is cut
during playback of
CD, set to “PCM ”
(PCM FIX).
When the signal is

●

not detected during
playback of DTS
sources, set to
“DTS ” (DTS FIX).
You can fix the

●

signal type (digital or
analog) supplied by
TV.

When noise occurs,
return the setting to
“AUTO ”.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1

Press to select “INPUT

2

MODE”.

Press to select source.

3

Press to select input signal.

4

AUTO : Automatic detection
PCM : PCM (from CDs) digital input fixed
DTS : DTS digital input fixed
ANLG (TV only):
DIG (TV only): Fixes the input signal to digital

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

TV, DVD, AUX1, AUX2

Fixes the input signal to analog

 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change setting.

5

Press a few times to select
“EXIT”.

 Return to previous menu/cancel.

Press

Press to
confirm.

Select “EXIT” and

•
confirm to finish the
setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Press to
confirm.

Factory setting: AUTO

Press to
confirm.

Functions and settings

Reset
(factory settings)

The operation settings
for the system will
be initialised to the
settings made at the
time of shipment.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

Press to

21Press to select “RESET”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

3 Press to select “YES”.

YES, NO

•

All the settings are reset when you select “YES” and the input selector automatically switches to
“BD/DVD”.

•

If you select “NO”, you will return to step 2. To exit setup mode, press [RETURN] a few times to
display “EXIT”, and then press [OK].

confirm.

Select “EXIT” and

•
confirm to finish the
setup mode.

Press to
confirm.

Play

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Functions and settings

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

When using this system’s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system’s remote
control code to “REMOTE 1”. Do the following to set the same code number for this system and remote control.

Press and hold for about 2 seconds.

1.

Press to select “REMOTE”.

2.

Press

3.

The remote control code on this system is set.

•
You cannot finish the setting mode until the setting on the remote control is changed. Go to step 4.

•

While pressing , press and hold or for about 2 seconds.

4.

TV: Remote control code 1
BD/DVD: Remote control code 2 (factory setting)

Functions and settings

The remote control code on the remote control is set.

•
Select the same number as the code number you have selected in step 3.

•

Press a few times to select

5.

“EXIT”.

REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR,
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT



Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.

to select the number.

Factory setting: 2

1, 2

Press to confirm.

Select “EXIT” and confirm

•
to finish the setup mode.

Press to confirm.

Press to confirm.

Play

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Error messages

Display Check point/Cause/Countermeasure Pages

Set the same remote control code for this system and remote control.

•
If “REMOTE 2” is displayed, set remote control code to “2”.
If “REMOTE 1” is displayed, set remote control code to “1”.

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The equipment connected by the HDMI cable is not compatible with this

•
system’s copyright protection technology.

The system is receiving video signals that are incompatible with it through

•
HDMI connection. Check the settings of the connected equipment.

•

A problem has occurred with the HDMI connection. Try the following to correct
the problem. Consult your dealer if the error code remains on the display.

―

Turn the connected equipment off and on again.

―

Disconnect the HDMI cable then reconnect it.

―

Do not connect more than 2 equipment in series to the output of this system.

You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic

•
sounds.

(Scrolling)

•

You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic

PCM signals with sampling frequency over 48 kHz.
SFC is not available for multi-channel LPCM signal.

•

(Scrolling)

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION



RMS Output Power of each channel driven

10 % total harmonic distortion

1 kHz Front CH 70 W per channel (4
1 kHz Center CH 70 W per channel (4
100 Hz Subwoofer CH 90 W per channel (3

Total RMS Output Power 300 W

Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output

1 % total harmonic distortion (Dolby Digital Mode)

120 Hz - 20 kHz Front CH 45 W per channel (4
120 Hz - 20 kHz Center CH 43 W per channel (4
45 Hz - 120 Hz Subwoofer CH 57 W per channel (3

Total FTC Output Power 190 W

Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output

1 % total harmonic distortion (Stereo mode)

120 Hz - 20 kHz Front CH 47 W per channel (4
45 Hz - 120 Hz Subwoofer CH 57 W per channel (3

Total FTC Output Power 151 W

Total harmonic distortion

half power at 1 kHz (Front CH) 0.5 % (4

Input sensitivity

TV, AUX 3 450 mV, IHF’66

S/N at rated power

BD/DVD, TV, AUX 1, AUX 2 80 dB

Input impedance

TV, AUX 3 47 k

Tone controls

BASS 50 Hz, +6 dB to -6 dB
TREBLE 20 kHz, +6 dB to -6 dB

Digital input/output

HDMI Input 1
HDMI Output 1
Optical digital input 2
Coaxial digital input 1

This system supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.

Analog input/output

Analog audio input 2

OPERATING CONDITIONS:



Operating temperature range:
Operating humidity range: 20% to 80% RH (no condensation)

0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F

Ω)
Ω)
Ω)

Ω)
Ω)
Ω)

Ω)
Ω)

Ω)

and SFC for dual

and SFC effect with

GENERAL



Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption

Main set 68 W

Standby (HDMI ON) 0.7 W
Standby (HDMI OFF) 0.3 W

SPEAKER SYSTEM



FRONT (L/R) 1-Way 1 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)

6.5 cm (2

Input power (IEC) 70 W (Max/4Ω)
Output sound pressure level 79 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range 80 Hz - 25 kHz (-16 dB)

95 Hz - 22 kHz (-10 dB)
CENTER 1-Way 1 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)

6.5 cm (2

Input power (IEC) 70 W (Max/4Ω)
Output sound pressure level 79 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range 80 Hz - 25 kHz (-16 dB)

95 Hz - 22 kHz (-10 dB)
SUBWOOFER 1-Way 2 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)
13 cm (5

Input power (IEC) 90 W (Max/3Ω)
Output sound pressure level 82 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range 35 Hz - 600 Hz (-16 dB)

Ω

42 Hz - 500 Hz (-10 dB)

RACK SYSTEM



(INCLUDING SPEAKER)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 1300 mm x 444 mm x 458 mm

Mass approx. 50kg



Mass is a Completed (AMP, Speaker Unit inc)

Maximum Loading Weight 80 kg



Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier

1

/2”

) Cone Type Full Range x1

1

/2”

) Cone Type Full Range x1

1

/8”

) Cone Type Woofer x2

(51 1/8” x 17 15/32” x 18 1/32”)

Note

1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum

)

analyser.

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26

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

Error messages/Specifications

(110.2 Ibs)

(176.4 Ibs)

Reference

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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem,
refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 39.

Problem Possible solution Pages

No power. Ensure the AC power supply cord is connected.• 22

24, 25

29

3

16 to 21

33
33
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No sound or image after
playback starts.

The remote contr
work.

The standb
up even if the system turned
off.

No sound fr
connected to DVD player
(karaoke).

There is no DTS audio

There is audio

output.
output, but the DTS decoder
indicator is not lit.

ol does not

y indicator lights

om microphone

•

Select the correct source.

•

Turn the muting off.

•

Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this system.
Cannot playback PCM signal with sampling frequency over 96 kHz.

•

Check connections to other equipment.

•

Set “DIG ” or “ANLG ” in “Setting input signals”.

•

Set “AUTO” in “Setting input signals”.

•

Turn this system off then on again.

Replace the batteries if they are worn.• 9

When you connect the AC power supply cord to the household AC outlet, the

• 22
standby indicator lights up while the system is off. When you turn the system
on, the indicator goes off.

N

o sound output from microphone if connection to this system is digital. Change

• 19
to analog connection and input. Make analog connection to AUX3.

Set the DTS Digital Audio Output setting on the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player

•
or DVD recorder to “Bitstream”.
Set “DTS” in “Setting input signals”.

•

Sound is not hear
playing DVD audio.

Common problems

Sound stops.
(“F61” appears on the
displa

y for about a second.)
The protection circuit
activates when some
abnormality is detected,
and turns off the system
automaticall

“F70 ” appears on
the displa
(“DSP” or “HDMI” is
displayed in place of .)

“F76”
display.
(After display, the system
turns off.)

No sound in surround mode. Set to Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic

Cannot use Dolby Virtual
Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic

Sound field

or SFC.

y.

y.

appears on the

Troubleshooting guide

When using an HDMI
connection, the first few
seconds of sound is cut off.

HDMI

The system does not w
properly.

d when

ork

This may occur due to digital copyright protection of the disc if using digital

• —
connection. This system may not be able to play sources with sampling frequency
over 48 kHz.

•

Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power.

•

This may occur if you use the system in an extremely hot environment.

•

Curtains or other objects may be blocking the exhaust hole.

Determine and correct the cause, then turn the system on.



(The protection circuit is reset.)
(Consult your dealer if the problem persists.)

Turn off the system, unplug the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer.• —

Disconnect the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer.• —

or SFC.• 26, 27

You cannot use these features with PCM signals with sampling frequency over

•
48 kHz. Make analog connection to AUX3.
You cannot use for Dolby Digital dual sounds.

•

This may occur if you start play from a chapter on a DVD. The following will

•
correct the problem.

Change the audio output setting on the Blu-ray Disc player, DVD recorder or



DVD player from “Bitstream” to “PCM”.

Change input signal setting to “PCM” in “Setting input signals”.



The system does not work properly if you have connected the HDMI input and

• 17
output terminals incorrectly. Turn the system off, unplug the AC power supply
cord, and make the connections again.

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Problem Possible solution Pages

•

Confirm “Setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF ”” is set to “ON ” (in
simultaneous operation).
When it is “OFF ”, change to “ON ”.

•

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” does not function in power saving standby mode
when this system is turned off. See “Reducing standby power consumption
(Standby mode)” and set to “ON ” (normal power consumption).

•

Check VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” settings of the connected equipment.

•

V

Whe n VI E RA Li n k “ H DAV I
Control” does not function

HDMI

properly

IERA Link “HDAVI Control” may not function when you change the connections
for HDMI equipment, insert and remove the outlet, or during blackout. Do the
following operations in this case.
– Turn the TV (VIERA) on again while all the equipment connected with HDMI

cables are on.

– Set “VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (HDMI equipment control)” of TV (VIERA) to

“OFF” and then set to “ON” again. (For details, refer to the operating
instructions for TV (VIERA).)

– Connect this system to TV (VIERA) using the HDMI cable, switch the TV

(VIERA) on, unplug this system’s AC power supply cord, and insert it into a
household AC outlet again.

Product Service

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1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified
service personnel if:

(a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described
in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized
servicing personnel.

3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer
uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform
safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

The servicer will require all components to service your system.
Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire
system.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation, refer to
“Customer Services Directory” on page 39.

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 _________________________________________

SERIAL NUMBER _________________________________________

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE _____________________________________
DEALER NAME __________________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS _______________________________________
________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER ____________________________________

SC-HTR310

Troubleshooting guide/Product Service

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Glossary

Analog

Audio signals produced from L/R audio output terminals of
general equipment is called analog audio.

CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded
Media)

This is the copyright protection technology which prevents file
copy of DVD audio.

Decoder, Decode

Decoder is the device to enable us to hear audio data that is
encoded on DVD, etc., as a normal audio signal. This process
is called Decode.

Digital

Blu-ray Disc players, DVD recorders, DVD players, and CD
players are usually equipped with digital output terminals.
Connect through the digital terminal to enjoy digital surround
systems such as Dolby Digital and DTS.

Dolby Digital (DVD etc.)

Digital surround system developed by Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Pro Logic

This system can process not only Dolby Surround, but also
other 2-channel sources to produce a 5.1-channel sound for
a more realistic sound fi
movies recorded in stereo with this dynamic 5.1-channel sound.
This system uses Dolby Pro Logic
stereo sources such as video cassettes and CDs.

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D

olby Virtual Speaker

This system allows you to enjoy a surround effect with two front
speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer. This is not merely
a “virtual surround” effect, but rather uses the optimal speaker
arrangements and listening positions for 5.1-channel sound.

eld. It is also possible to enhance old

to add surround effects to

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

Digital surround system developed by DTS, Inc.

Dynamic range

Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of
sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and
the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI enables you to transmit digital audio and video signals
using a single cable.
You can also transmit control signals using HDMI connections.

LPCM (Linear PCM)

This is one of the PCM methods and the uncompressed audio
signal encoded digitally. This method is used for music CD, etc.
Multi-channel LPCM signals used for Blu-ray Disc, DVD audio,
etc. enable playback with higher-sound quality.
Up to 7.1 channel LPCM signals can be entered to this system.

Glossary/Maintenance

Optical

Using optical fiber cable for digital signal input/output from DVD,
CD, etc., provides better sound quality for playback or recording
compared to analog. Only possible with equipment that has an
optical terminal.

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)

This is one of the methods that enables analog sounds to be
converted to digital sounds.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound
wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits
(digital encoding).
Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per
second, so larger numbers mean faithful reproduction of the
original sound.

Standby through function

When this system and TV and DVD recorder are connected
with HDMI cables, image/audio from DVD recorder can still be
transmitted to TV even though the system is turned off.
This is useful when you want to enjoy late night viewing only
with the television’s speakers.
Images recorded with x.v.Color are also supported.

Surround signal

Audio signal made up with front speakers, center speaker
and surround speakers. For this system, surround signal is
automatically played by Dolby Virtual Speaker.

x.v.Color

This is a name of products compliant with ISO Standard for
wider color space: “xvYCC”. This system supports x.v.Color.

1080p

This is one of the digital hi-vision images.
1080 is the number of effective scanning lines that constitute
the actual screen. This enables every detail to be beautifully
expressed. Images are less flickered with progressive method
that scans in order from the top. This system supports 1080p.

5.1 channel surround

Monaural and stereo use one channel and two channels
respectively to reproduce sound, but 5.1-channel surround
uses 5 speakers and a low frequency effect channel. The
5 channels are: 1 center speaker, 2 front speakers, and 2
surround speakers at the side of or to the rear of the sitting
position. Sound output of the subwoofer is much narrower than
the other speakers, and so is considered as 0.1. This is called

5.1-channel surround when played through all 5.1 channels,
and with this system you can achieve a similar effect with Dolby
Virtual Speaker.

Maintenance

Unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet and wipe the system using a soft and dry cloth.

Reference

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•

•

When the system is very dirty, wring the cloth soaked in water thoroughly, wipe the dirt and wipe moisture off with a
dry cloth.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, etc. because they may cause casing to deform and coating to
go off.
Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that come with the cloth carefully.

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Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

Panasonic Audio Products

Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty Coverage

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials
or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Pana­sonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for
the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with
the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a)
repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with
a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be
made by the warrantor.

Product or Part Name Parts Labor

Audio Products (except items listed
below)
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Com­puter Card Adapters

xchange for defective item)

(in e
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridg-

, Microphones, Adapters

es

Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/­RAM Discs (in exchange for defective
item)
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable
Battery Packs (in exchange for defec­tiv

e item)

During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor.
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts.
You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. If
non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This
warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United
States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original
purchaser of a new product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase re-

or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty

ceipt
service.

One (1) year One (1) year

One (1) year Not Applicable

Ninety (90)

da

ys

en (10) days Not Applicable

T

Ninety (90)

ys

da

Ninety (90)

days

Not Applicable

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA
(1-800-211-7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.
com

or assistance in Puer to Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. (787)-

F
750-4300 or fax [phone].

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cos­metic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages
which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products
not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents,
misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty
installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls,
improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modifica­tion, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other
business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a
Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is at­tributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS
NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes

damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or
images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclu­sive, but are for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or con­sequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,
so the exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty
period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not
handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Af­fairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIM­ITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Acces­sories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

h�p://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport

or, contact us via the web at:

h�p://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

h�p://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

[e-mail]

You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone [phone], Fax [phone]

Limited Warranty

Reference

Panasonic Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com

©2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Malaysia

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.

Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985

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