Panasonic SC-PT753, SCPT750 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-PT750

SC-PT753

Wireless surround

speakers

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[U.S.A.[and[Canada[

As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
Panasonic has determined that
this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.

§

For Canada only: The word “Participant” is used in place of the word

“Partner”.

P PC

PX

®

®

High-quality picture

HDMI capability, Advanced

progressive scan and more.

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XM® Satellite Radio

Enjoy a variety of digital radio

channels.

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

If you have any questions contact

In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
In Canada: 1-800-561-5505

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Dear customer

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

≥ These operating instructions are applicable to a variety of

regions.

≥ Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating

instructions are of the model for U.S.A. and Canada.

≥ Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the

remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main
unit if the controls are the same.

System SC-PT750 SC-PT753

Main unit SA-PT750 SA-PT753

Front speakers SB-HF750 SB-HF750

Center speaker SB-HC750 SB-HC750

Surround speakers SB-HS750 SB-HS750

Subwoofer SB-HW750 SB-HW750

Digital transmitter SH-FX65T SH-FX65T

Wireless system SE-FX65 SE-FX65

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,

≥

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥

USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

≥

DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

(For wireless system)

The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.

CAUTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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

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.

FCC caution: To maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded
interface cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with
non-approved equipment or unshielded cables may result in
interference to radio and TV reception. Any changes or modifications
not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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.: 1-800-211-7262

WARNING:

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting
devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained
between the antenna of this device and persons during device
operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this
distance is not recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter
must not be co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

For wireless system

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) \U.S.A.\and\Canada]
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.

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The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the

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provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting

Started

Playing

Discs

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 2

Simple Setup

step 1

step 2

step 3

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Checking and selecting the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Displaying current playback condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Playing CDs sequentially . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Repeat play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Quick replay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Cable connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Radio antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Digital transmitter connection . . . . . 8

step 4
step 5

step 6

step 7

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

Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playing data discs using navigation menus . .18

Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting a track using CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing HighMAT

Playing RAM and DVD-R/ -RW (DVD-VR) discs . . . . 19

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Changing the delay time of the speakers. . . . . . . . . . 25

iPod connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

AC cord connections. . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Preparing the remote control . . . . . 9

Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . 9

TM

discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Other

Operations

Reference

Using the EZ Sync

One touch play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Auto input switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Speaker control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Power off link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

EZ Sync Control only with TV’s remote control (for

“HDAVI Control 2”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using the FM/AM radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Selecting the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Using the XM® Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Selecting XM channels by direct entry . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Selecting XM channels by category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Presetting the XM channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

TM

“HDAVI ControlTM” . . . . . 26

Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Using the equalizer function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Enjoying sound from all speakers: Surround Music. . 30
Enhancing the sound from the center speaker:

Center Focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level . . . . . 30

Enhancing the stereo sound:

Dolby Pro Logic II/Super Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the volume of each speaker:

Speaker level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Enjoying audio from an external source . . . . .31

Enjoying audio from the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the Music Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . . 38

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . 39

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

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step

1

Positioning

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

≥ Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 5.

]Note]

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for proper ventilation.

Simple Setup

Setup example

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

Subwoofer

Positioning

Place to the right or left of the
television, on the floor or a
sturdy shelf so that it will not
cause vibration. Leave about
30 cm (11
television.

13

/16q) from the

Front speakers

Left and right
speakers are
interchangeable.

60º

Center speaker

Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the
speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed
directly on the television.

Main unit

To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain
good airflow around the main unit, position it with
at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides.

Universal Dock for iPod

(included only for SC-PT750)

≥ For compatible iPod, refer to page 31.

Surround speakers

Left and right speakers are
interchangeable.

Digital transmitter

Position near the main unit.

120º

§

§

Do not use the wireless system or the digital transmitter in a
metal cabinet or bookshelf.

Wireless system

Place the wireless system
within approximately 10 m
(33 ft) from the main unit.

§

To avoid interference, maintain the following distances
between the wireless system and other electronic devices
that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).

Wireless LAN:
approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft)

Cordless phone and other
electronic devices:
approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft)

The wireless system will automatically seek a
clear channel if any of these other devices
interfere with its communication. When this
happens, the wireless link indicator (“ [W1] ”)
flashes on the main unit, and there is a brief
interruption in audio coming from the
surround speakers.

This is the normal operation of the product
working to assure the best possible
performance of your home theater system.

If the interference persists, try moving the
other devices to another location outside the
range of the wireless system or move the
wireless system nearer to the main unit.

Expand your listening options with a multi-room wireless sound system.

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You can enjoy a multi-room wireless sound system when you use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory SH-FX85.
For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic wireless accessory.

Optional Panasonic wireless accessory SH-FX85

Notes on speaker use
≥Use only supplied speakers

Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be
negatively affected.

≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play

sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥ Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:

– When playing distorted sound.
– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise

from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test

disc, or electronic instrument.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
– When turning the unit on or off.

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

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

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

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

Speaker installation options

∫ Attaching to a wall

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

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

≥

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

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

5

‰4.0 mm (

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

Front speaker

/32q)

Wall or pillar

g

(22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified

At least 30 mm (1

‰7.0 t o 9.4 mm

9

/32q to 11/32q )

(

4 to 6 mm (

Center speaker

5

/32q to 1/4q)

3

Simple Setup

/16q)

Caution

≥ The main unit and supplied speakers are to be

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

≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to

walls using methods other than those
described in this manual.

Caution

Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.

e.g. Center speaker

190 mm

15

(7

/32q)

Surround speaker

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

(except subwoofer)

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

≥ The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lbs).
≥ The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high

position.

e.g. Center speaker

Metal screw holes

For attaching to
speaker stands

Positioning

3

5 mm (

/16q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q)

Plate thickness plus
7 mm to 10 mm

9

/32q to 13/32q)

(plus

60 mm (2

3

/8q)

Speaker stand

(not included)

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step

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Cable connections

Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete.

Simple Setup

1

Basic setup example

Cable connections

Television (not included)

Other video connections for improved picture quality

L R

I/D SET

AC IN

Wireless system

Audio and video connections

RF IN

RF IN

RF OUT

AUDIO OUT

L

R

To you r c a b l e T V
service or television
antenna

2

AC IN

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder

(not included)

RF cable (not included)

AUDIO IN

L

R

VIDEO INVIDEO OUT

Audio cable

(not included)

Video cable

(included)

1

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTION V .1

TRANSMITTER

AV OUT

DIGITAL

AUX

PBY

L

R

R

P

3

FM ANT

75

LOOP

ANT GND

XM

LOOP

AM

ANT

EXT

VIDEO

OUT

Main unit

You can enjoy audio from your
television, video cassette

AUX

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PBY

L

R

P

R

recorder or cable TV programs
through this home theater
system by connecting to the
AUX terminals. Select “AUX”
as the source (➜ page 31).

VIDEO

OUT

Main unit

Television terminals

Cables required

(not included)

HDMI cable

Main unit terminals Features

[\\\\\\\\\\\HDMI\\\\\\\\\\\]

This connection provides the best picture quality.

≥ Set “Video Mode” to “On” (➜ page 24, “HDMI” menu).
≥ Set “Video Output Mode” (➜ page 21, Picture Menu).

AV IN

[Note]

≥ Non-HDMI-compliant cables

cannot be utilized.

≥ It is recommended that you use

Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft),
RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft),

AV OUT

EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”

If your Panasonic television is an HDMI control
compatible television, you can operate your television
synchronizing with home-theater operations or vice
versa (➜ page 26, Using the EZ Sync

TM

Control

”).

≥ Make the audio connection (➜ above) when you use

EZ Sync “HDAVI Control”

function.

TM

“HDAVI

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

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

Y

PB

PR

All Panasonic televisions
that have 480p input
connectors are
compatible. Consult the
manufacturer if you have
another brand of
television.

Video cables

[COMPONENT\VIDEO]

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PBY

VIDEO

R

P

OUT

≥ Connect to terminals

of the same color.

This connection provides a much purer picture than the
VIDEO OUT terminal.

≥ After making this connection, select “Darker” from the

“Black Level Control” in the “Video” menu
(➜ page 24).

To enjoy progressive video

≥ Connect to a progressive output compatible

television.
1 Set “Video Mode” to “Off” (➜ page 24, “HDMI”

menu).
Set “

Video Output Mode

2

the instructions on the menu screen

” to “480p”, and then follow

(➜ page 21,

Picture Menu).

[Note]

≥Do not make the video connections through the video cassette recorder.

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

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≥ Only one video connection is required.

Speaker connections

2

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

speakers.

Wireless system

LR

Insert the wires

i: White

SURROUND

Rch

4

j: Blue

Speaker cable sticker (included)

Attach the corresponding speaker cables with the speaker­cable stickers to make connection easier.

3

1

Insert the wires, taking care

2

not to insert beyond the wire
insulation.

correctly.

3 SURROUND (L)
4 SURROUND (R)

Radio antenna connections

3

≥ Keep loose antenna cables away from other wires and cables.

[FM\indoor\antenna]

(included)

Affix this end of the
antenna where

1

reception is best.

Adhesive tape

[AM\loop\antenna]

(included)

Stand the antenna
up on its base.
Place the antenna
where reception is
best.

3

2

Push!

ANT GND

LOOP

LOOP

EXT

FM ANT

75

AM

ANT

White

Red

Black

Click!

Main unit

i: White

FRONT

Lch

1

j: Blue

Insert the wires correctly.

1 FRONT (L)
2 FRONT (R)
5 CENTER
6 SUBWOOFER

[XM\antenna]

(not included)

Use an XM Connect & Play antenna,
or XM Passport Mini-Tuner and
Home Dock.
≥ Subscription is required to receive

XM Satellite Radio.
Refer to page 28 for details.

Simple Setup

Cable connections

XM

Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna (optional)

Use outdoor antenna if FM/AM radio reception is poor.

≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

Leave the AM
loop antenna
connected.

LOOP

§

Rework your outdoor antenna’s 75 ≠ coaxial cable as follows.

1 Remove a piece of the outer

vinyl insulator.

13

7 mm (

/32z)

Peel back

9

/32z)

10 mm (

13

/32z)

10 mm (

FM ANT

75

LOOP

ANT GND

AM

ANT

EXT

2 Carefully pull the tabs apart

to remove the cover.



75 ≠ coaxial cable

§

(not included)

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Antenna plug (not included)

5 to 12 m

(16 to 39 feet)

3 Install the coaxial cable.

Clamp the cable conductor, and
wind it on so that it does not
contact anything else.





Clamp with pliers

FM outdoor antenna
[Using a television antenna (not
included)]

≥ Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
≥ The antenna should be installed by a

competent technician.

AM outdoor antenna
[Using a vinyl wire (not included)]

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across
a window or other convenient location.

4 Attach the cover.

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step

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Digital transmitter connection

Digital transmitter

Insert fully until you hear a click.

AUX

Simple Setup

OPTION V.1

AV OUT

DIGITAL

TRANSMITTER

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PBY

R

P

ANT GND

LOOP

VIDEO
OUT

step

4

iPod connection

Proceed to step 5 if you are not connecting an iPod to the main unit.

For SC-PT753, use an optional SH-PD10 Panasonic Universal Dock for
iPod.

Dock adapter for
iPod nano 2nd generation
(aluminum)

Dock adapter for
iPod 5th generation
(video) (60GB, 80GB)

(2GB, 4GB, 8GB)

11

10

The mark [11], [10] or [9] is shown on the back of each dock
adapter.

≥ For other types of iPod, use the dock adapter sold separately.

Or visit the official Apple website for compatible adapters.

Connect the dock to the
back of the main unit.

Do not connect or
disconnect the
dock while the
main unit is on.

Universal Dock
for iPod

Dock adapter for
iPod 5th generation
(video) (30GB)

When removing, use
your fingernail or a flat
object to lift upwards.

Main unit

FM ANT

75

LOOP

AM
ANT

EXT

9

XM

OPTION V .1

Do not insert or remove while
the main unit is on.

∫ Charging the iPod

iPod (not included)
≥ Connect the iPod firmly.

The indicator lights up when
the iPod is inserted, and
charging starts.

Charging time

iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
iPod 5th generation (video)
iPod nano 1st generation

iPod 4th generation (color display)
iPod 4th generation
iPod mini

[Note]

≥ AC cord must be connected with the main unit.
≥ “OPTION ¢” will be shown on the main unit’s display during iPod

charging in main unit standby mode. It will go off when charging
is finished.
For the above models under “fixed 5-hour charging”,
“OPTION ¢” continues to be displayed throughout this duration,
even when your iPod is fully charged. You can turn off this display
by removing the iPod from the dock.

≥Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

Until iPod is fully charged

5 hours (fixed)

8

step

5

AC cord connections

Digital transmitter connection/ iPod connection / AC cord connections

Wireless system

LR

AC IN

I/D SET

AC power supply cord

(included)

To household
AC outlet

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\and\Canada]

Ferrite core

Conserving power

The main unit and the wireless system consume a small amount of
power when they are turned off (\U.S.A.\and\Canada] main unit: approx.

0.5 W, wireless system: approx. 0.2 W, \Others] main unit: approx. 0.9 W,
wireless system: approx. 0.3 W). To save power when they are not to be

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You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the main unit.

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Before connecting the AC power supply cord
Set the voltage.

VOLT ADJ

110-127V 220-240V

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≥ If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet

Use the power plug adaptor (included).

If it still does not fit, contact an electrical parts
distributor for assistance.

Use a flat-head screwdriver to
move the voltage selector to the
appropriate position for the area

AC IN

in which this system is used.

AC power supply cord

(included)

[Note]

The included AC power supply cords are for use with the main unit and
wireless system only. Do not use them with other equipment. Also, do
not use cords for other equipment with the main unit or wireless system.

Main unit

To household
AC outlet

step

6

Preparing the remote control

∫ Batteries

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

Press in and lift up.

R6/LR6, AA

Replace the cover.

≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

Do not:

≥ mix old and new batteries.
≥ use different types at the same time.
≥ heat or expose to flame.
≥ take apart or short circuit.
≥ attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥ use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
severely damage the remote control.

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

∫ Use

step

7

Performing QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

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

≥To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.
≥This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 10).

Simple Setup

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (➜ page 11), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of
the unit.

DVD

SETUP

, , ,

ENTER

RETURN

1

2

DVD

3

SETUP

4

5

Select

Register

ENTER

Turn on the unit.

Select “DVD/CD”.

Show the QUICK SETUP
screen.

Setup

QUICK SETUP

Select the menu language.

English

ENTER

to select and press

Follow the messages
and make the settings.

RETURN

≥Menu Language
≥TV Ty p e
≥TV Aspect

Press to finish QUICK
SETUP.

RETURN

Preparing the remote control / Performing QUICK SETUP

to return

6

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” menu (➜ page 25).

SETUP

Press to exit.

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Control reference guide

See page references in parentheses.

Refer to “Operating the television” below.

Select disc’s title numbers etc./Enter numbers (15)

Select the disc or show disc information (16)

Select preset radio stations/channels (27, 29)

Basic operations for play (14, 15)

Display current playback condition (16)

Start up and play a disc automatically (15, 26)

Show a disc top menu (18) or program list (19)

Control reference guide

Show a disc menu (18) or play list (19)

Television operations

Turn the main unit on/off (9)

Select the source

[DVD]: DVD/CD (9)
[TUNER/BAND]: FM/AM (27), XM (28)
[N,OSELECT]:

The below function is available only when using the
optional Panasonic wireless sound system SH-FX85.

[2ND SELECT]

DVD/CD, FM/AM, XM

AUX

(31),

MUSIC P.

:

Change the source for the second

,
(31),

OPTION

(31)

room

MAIN SOURCE (follows the selected source for the
main room)#(FM#AM)
Return to MAIN SOURCE

§

If the main room is in FM/AM mode, you can only
select the same mode for the FM/AM tuner of the
second room.

For details, refer to the operating instructions for the
optional Panasonic wireless sound system SH-FX85.

§

#XM#

OPTION

#

Adjust the volume of the main unit

Select radio stations/channels manually (27, 29)

Select a group of contents to play (15)

Frame-by-frame/ Select or register menu items on the
television screen (15)/ Browse XM radio categories (29)

Show on-screen menu (20)

CANCEL PLAY MODE REPEAT

(15) (17, 29) (16) (16)

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL

(30) (30)

SETUP

(23)

EQ

FL DISPLAY

(15, 29)

TEST

(30)

CH SELECT

SRD

MUSIC

(30)

C.FOCUS

(30)

(30)

CD MODE

PL

S.SRD

(30)

QUICK REPLAY

(16)

Turn the unit off automatically (Sleep timer)

≥ The maximum setting is 120-min (in 30-min steps).
≥ Press the button again to confirm the remaining time on

the unit’s display.

≥ To cancel, select “OFF” in the main unit’s display.

Operating the television

Aim the remote control at the Panasonic television and press the
button.
[Í TV]: Turn the television on/off
[TV/VIDEO]: Change the television’s video input mode

[r, s]: Adjust the television volume

≥ This may not work properly with some models.
≥ To operate some other brands of televisions, change the remote control

code.

Aim the remote control at the television.
While pressing [Í TV], press the numbered buttons to enter the
4-digit television code.

If the code is correct, the television turns on or off. If it does not, try
entering another code.

]Note]

Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.

Return to previous screen (15)

Mute the sound
≥ “MUTING” flashes in the main unit’s display while

the function is on.

≥ To cancel, press the button again or adjust the

volume.

≥ Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to

standby.

Television code list

Panasonic: 0051, 0250
Fisher: 0154
GE: 0047
Gold Star: 0178, 0317, 0457
Hitachi: 0145
JVC: 0053
Magnavox: 0054
Mitsubishi: 0150
Philips: 0054
Quasar: 0051, 0250

RCA: 0047
Samsung: 0060, 0587, 0702
Sanyo: 0154
Sharp: 0093, 0165
Sony: 0000
Sylvania: 0054
Thomson: 0047
Toshiba: 0156
Zenith: 0017

Avoiding interference with other Panasonic equipment

Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning when you
operate the unit using the supplied remote control.
You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control
operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.

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The main unit and remote control must be set to the same mode.

1 Press and hold [5] on the main unit and [2] on the remote

control until the main unit's display shows "REMOTE 2".

2 Press and hold [ENTER] and [2] on the remote control for at least 2

seconds.

To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat both steps above by
replacing [2] with [1].

Standby/on switch [POWER Í/I]

Turn the main unit on/off.
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. (14)

5 DISC SELECTOR
Select a disc directly (14)

∫ /-TUNE MODE / —FM MODE

Stop playing (14)/
Select the tuning mode (27)
Adjust the FM reception condition

(27)

1/MEMORY

Play discs (14)/
Memorize the receiving
radio stations/channels (27, 29)

Remote control signal sensor

Display

< OPEN/CLOSE

Open/Close the disc drawer (14)

DISC EXCHANGE

Open the disc drawer to
exchange the disc in the play
position (14)

DISC SKIP

Skip to the next disc tray (14)

SKIP

DISC

OPEN CLOSE

EXCHANGE

POWER

SELECTOR (27)

DVD/CD#FM#AM#XM#
AUX#MUSIC P.#OPTION#
Return to DVD/CD

Unit on/off button [POWER C I, BÍ]

Use this button to turn the wireless system
on and off.

C I: The unit is on.
BÍ: The unit is off.

12345

5 DISC SELECTOR

4, 5 / X TUNING W

Skip or slow-search play (14)/
Select the radio stations/channels (27, 29)

POWER

AUTO OPERATION ON/OFF

SELECTOR

TUNE MODE FM MODE

TUNING

MUSIC PORT

Connect an external
device (31)

VOLUME

Adjust the volume
of the main unit.

AUTO OPERATION ON/OFF indicator

The indicator lights red when the wireless
system is turned on and lights green when the
wireless link is activated.
When the wireless link is inactive for a long
time, it turns red.

VOLUME

MUSIC PORT

MEMORY

Headphone plug type:
‰3.5 mm (

1

/8z) stereo mini plug

≥ Reduce the volume before

connecting.

≥ Audio is automatically switched to

2-channel stereo.

≥ To prevent hearing damage, avoid

listening for prolonged periods of
time.

Headphones
(not included)

Control reference guide

EST. 1924

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit
you’ve just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider
how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and
the Electronic Industries Association’s
Consumer Electronics Group want you to get
the most out of your equipment by playing it at a
safe level. One that lets the sound come
through loud and clear without annoying blaring
or distortion—and, most importantly, without
affecting your sensitive hearing.

Listening caution

We recommend that you avoid prolonged
exposure to excessive noise.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your
hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher
volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal”
can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.

Guard against this by setting your equipment at
a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

≥ Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear

it comfortably and clearly, and without
distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable
sound level:
≥ Leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to
prevent hearing damage or loss in the future.
After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

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Discs that can be played

Commercial discs

Disc Logo

DVD- Video [DVD-V] High quality movie and music discs

Indicated in these

instructions by

Remarks

Video CD [VCD]

CD

[CD] Music discs

Music discs with video
Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

Recorded discs (±: Playable, k: Not playable)

Disc Logo

DVD-RAM

DVD-R/RW

Recorded on a

DVD video

recorder, etc.

[DVD-VR]§2[DVD-V]

± — k±±

±±k±±

Recorded on a personal

computer, etc.

§4

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Finalizing

Not necessary

Necessary

Discs that can be played

DVD-R DL

iR/iRW

iR

DL

CD-R/RW

≥ It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the recording

method, or how the files were created (➜ page 13, Tips for making data discs).

§1

This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format.
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs.

§2

Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording
standard).

§3

Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.2 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording
standard).

§4

Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format.

§5

Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore some functions cannot be used.

§6

A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is indicated as “Necessary”, the disc must first be finalized on the device it
was recorded on.

§7

Closing the session will also work.

§1

— k (±)
— k (±)
———±±±

±

§3

±kkk

§5

kkk

§5

kkk

Necessary

Necessary

Necessary

Necessary

§6

§7

∫ Discs that cannot be played

DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV,
CD-G, SACD, DivX Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that
cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB
DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including
CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Note about using a DualDisc

The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the
technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio
(CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible.

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∫ Disc handling precautions

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc

warping, rendering it unusable.

≥ Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing

instrument.

≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which

prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.

≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥ Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels

(rented discs, etc.).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.