Panasonic SC-PT956 User Manual

The illustration shows SC-PT760.

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

Wireless surround
speakers

6

Sound enhancement
options

Surround Enhancer, Dolby Pro
Logic

II

and more.

28

iPod connectivity

Enjoy iPod music through the
speakers, view iPod photos or
videos on the TV.

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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-PT760

SC-PT960
SC-PT954
SC-PT956

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number “1” or “ALL”.

Example:

1

1 ALL

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_]

2

4

®

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

PT956

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

≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models SC-PT760,

SC-PT960, SC-PT954 and SC-PT956 for a variety of regions.

≥ Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating

instructions are of SC-PT760 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.

Indicates features applicable to:

\PT760\

: SC-PT760 only

[PT954]

: SC-PT954 only

System
Main unit
Front speakers
Center speaker
Surround speakers
Subwoofer
Digital transmitter
Wireless system

SC-PT760 SC-PT960 SC-PT954 SC-PT956
SA-PT760 SA-PT960 SA-PT954 SA-PT956
SB-HF760 SB-HF960 SB-HF760 SB-HF956
SB-HC760 SB-HC760 SB-HC760 SB-HC760
SB-HS760 SB-HS960 SB-HS960 SB-HS956

SB-HW560 SB-HW560 SB-HW560 SB-HW560

SH-FX65T SH-FX65T SH-FX65T SH-FX65T
SE-FX65A SE-FX65A SE-FX65A SE-FX65A

\PT960\

SC-PT960 only

:

: SC-PT956 only

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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-PANA (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.

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.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

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replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting

Started

Playing

Discs

Other

Operations

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . 2

Simple Setup

step 1 Assembling the speakers . . . . . . . . . . 4

step 2 Positioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

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

step 3 Cable connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Radio antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

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

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

Other playback functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Playing CDs sequentially (CD Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Program and Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”. . . 26

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

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

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

Speaker control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

VIERA Link Control only with TV’s remote control

[for “HDAVI Control 2 (or later)”] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

step 4 Digital transmitter connection . . . . . 11

step 5 AC cord connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

step 6 Preparing the remote control . . . . . . 11

step 7 Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . . . 12

step 8 Presetting the radio stations . . . . . . 13

Presetting stations automatically. . . . . . . . 13

Confirming the preset channels. . . . . . . . . 13

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

Utilizing the START menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using navigation menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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

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

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

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Selecting the delay time of the speakers . . . . . . . . . 25

Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Setting the sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using Whisper-mode Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the subwoofer level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using Subwoofer Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Adjusting the speaker level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Enjoying the FM/AM radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Enjoying TV audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Enjoying digital audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Reference

Surround
Sound

28

Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

TV Audio

30

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.) . . . . . . 42

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . 43

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

3

Simple Setup

Preparation

step

1 Assembling the speakers

Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.

[PT760] [PT954]
2 Set of pipes
(with cable):
For front speakers

[PT760] [PT960]
2 Bases

[PT954]
4 Bases

[PT760] [PT960]
8 Screws

[PT954]
16 Screws

[PT760] [PT960]
4 Small screws

[PT954]

8 Small screws

[PT760] [PT954]
2 Front speakers

[PT960] [PT954]

2 Surround speakers

[PT960] [PT954]

2 Set of pipes
(with cable):
For surround speakers

Match these holes when
you insert the pipe.

1 Join the pipes.

Screws

Phillips-head
screwdriver

(not included)

Pipe

Small
screws

2 Tighten securely.

Pipe

Speaker

4

Insert the wire
fully.

i: White
j: Blue

Tighten
securely.

Cable

Push!

Tighten securely.

5 Press into

the groove.

Base

Pipe

Thread the
cable through
the base.

1

Pull and press the
cable into the groove.

Attach the
pipes to the
speaker.

Screws

Slide into the groove.

2

3

4

1

2

3

Cable

≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 7.

[PT760] [PT954] : Front speakers

[PT960] [PT954] : Surround speakers

Assembling the speakers

4

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Simple Setup

[PT960] : Front speakers

PT956

Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.

2 Bases 8 Screws2 Front

speakers

2 Stands
(with cable)

Tighten securely.

Slide into the groove.

Position the cable
between the ridges.

Tighten securely.

Press into the groove.

Insert the wire fully.

i: White
j: Blue

Push!

Leave about 90 mm (3

17

/32z)

Leave about 100 mm (315/16z)

You can remove and use the cable from
the stand. To reattach the cable, refer to
page 7.

Insert the wire fully.

i: White
j: Blue

Push!

Tighten securely.

Press into the groove.

Thread the speaker cable through
the base.

Attach the speaker.

String (not included)

Thread from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.

Rear of the speaker

Wall

Approx.
150 mm

(5

29

/32z)

Screw eye

(not included)

PT956

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

Rear of the speaker

Wall

Approx.
150 mm

(5

29

/32z)

Screw eye

(not included)

Assembling the speakers

Speaker assembly option

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling

≥ You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.
≥ Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have

strong enough support. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers.

e.g. [PT760] [PT954] Front speakers

e.g. [PT960] Front speakers

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Simple Setup

How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.

step

2 Positioning

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.

Main unit

Digital transmitter

§

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).

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.

Wireless LAN:
approx. 2 m (6

1

/2 ft)

Cordless phone and
other electronic devices:
approx. 2 m (6

1

/2 ft)

Center speaker

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

Wireless
system

Subwoofer

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

13

/16q) from

the TV.

e.g.

[PT760] [PT954]
Front

speakers

e.g. [PT760]
Surround speakers

§

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

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.

Positioning

[Note]

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (
proper ventilation.

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.

60°

13

/32q) away from the system for

120°

6

Optional Panasonic wireless accessory
SH-FX85

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.

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

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.

Simple Setup

If irregular coloring occurs on your TV

DO

DO
NOT

DO
NOT

‰7.0 mm to 9.4 mm
(

9

/32q to 11/32q)

4.0 mm t o 6.0 mm (

5

/32q to 1/4q)

Wall or pillar

‰4.0 mm (

5

/32q)

At least 30 mm (1

3

/16q)

e.g. [PT960]

Front speaker

Attach to a wall without
the base and the stand

PT956

e.g.

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

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

DO

DO
NOT

384 mm

(15

1

/8q)

116 mm

(4

4

/7q)

e.g. [PT760] [PT954]

Front speaker

Attach to a wall without
the base and the pipes

Center speakere.g. [PT760]

Surround speaker

190 mm
(7

15

/32q)

PT956

Speaker stand

(not included)

Plate thickness plus

7.0 mm to 10 mm
(plus

9

/32q to 13/32q)

5.0 mm (

3

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

Metal screw holes

For attaching to
speaker stands

60 mm (2

3

/8q)

PT956

Insert the cable from
the bottom.

Pull out the cable
through the hole.

Leave about
90 mm (3

17

/32z)

The center speaker is designed to be used close to a TV, but the picture
may be affected with some TVs and setup combinations.

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

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

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.

Speaker installation options

Caution

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

e.g. Center speaker

≥ Do not stand on the base. Be cautious when children are near.

e.g. [PT760] [PT954] Front speaker

∫ 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 kg (22 Ibs) per screw.
Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the
speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to
the wall and speakers.

≥ When mounting the speaker to a wall, the speaker cables with

the pipes can be removed and used. Untie the knot from the
upper pipe to remove the cable.

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

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

Positioning

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

[PT760] : Center and surround speakers

[PT960] [PT954]: Center speaker

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

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

position.

e.g. Center speaker

∫

[PT960]

Reattaching the front speaker cable

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7

Simple Setup

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

step

3 Cable connections

OPTICAL

IN

CENTERSUBWOOFER FRONT

6521

L

R

L

R

SPEAKERS

AUX

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

R

P

TRANSC

DIGIT

PUSH

VIDEO OUT

PBY

L R

12

Wireless System

Main unit

Cable TV box or video cassette recorder

(not included)

Main unit

Audio cable

(not included)

You can enjoy audio from your TV,
video cassette recorder or cable TV
programs through this home theater
system by connecting to the AUX
terminals. Select “AUX” as the
source (➜ 30).

TV (not included)

To your cable TV
service or TV antenna

RF cable (not included)

Video cable

(included)

HDMI cable

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

PR

PB

Y

Video cables

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

Audio and video connections

1

Basic setup example

RF IN

RF OUT

Cable connections

RF IN

AUDIO OUT

L

R

AUDIO IN

L

R

VIDEO INVIDEO OUT

R

P

VIDEO OUT

PBY

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

R

P

VIDEO OUT

PBY

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

L

R

AUX

L

R

AUX

Other video connections for improved picture quality

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

[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. Choose one of the video connections above depending on your TV.

TV terminal

AV IN

Cable required

(not included)

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

Main unit terminal Features

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

This connection provides the best picture quality.

≥ Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “ON” (➜ 24, “HDMI” menu).
≥ Set “VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 (HDMI) (➜ 21).

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”

If your Panasonic TV is an HDMI control compatible, you
can operate your TV synchronizing with home theater
operations or vice versa (➜ 26, Using the VIERA Link
“HDAVI ControlTM”).

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

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function.

[COMPONENT\VIDEO]

≥ Connect to terminals

of the same color.

VIDEO OUT

Y

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

R

P

P

B

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

≥ After making this connection, select “DARKER” from

the “BLACK LEVEL” in the “VIDEO” menu (➜ 23).

To enjoy progressive video

≥ Connect to a progressive output compatible TV.

– Set “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” in “VIDEO” menu to

“PROGRESSIVE” and then follow the instructions on
the menu screen (➜ 23, “VIDEO” menu).

TM

Simple Setup

Other audio connection

Optical digital audio cable

≥ Do not bend sharply when

connecting.

CENTER

5

CENTERSUBWOOFER FRONT

6521

L

R

LR

1

3

2

Connecting the speakers to the main unit:

Connect to terminals of the same color.

Speaker Terminal/connector color

1

FRONT (L) White

2

FRONT (R) Red

5

CENTER Green

6

SUBWOOFER Purple

Insert the wire fully.

i: White
j: Blue

Push!

e.g.

Center speaker

Speaker cable sticker (included)

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to
make connection easier.

≥ Be careful not to cross (short circuit) or reverse the polarity of the

speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

DO
NOT

Main unit

e.g. [PT760]

Surround speaker (R)

Wireless system

Insert fully.

Insert the wires
correctly.

j: Blue

Insert the wires, taking care
not to insert beyond the wire
insulation.

i: White

TV terminal

OPTICAL OUT

Speaker connections

2

Cable required

(not included)

Main unit terminal Features

[\\\\\\OPTICAL\IN\\\\\\]

OPTICAL

IN

This unit can decode the surround signals received
through cable TV box, digital broadcasting or satellite
broadcasts. Refer to your equipment’s operating
instructions for details. Only Dolby Digital and PCM can
be played with this connection.

≥ After making this connection, make settings to suit the

type of audio from your digital equipment (➜ 30).

Cable connections

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Simple Setup

Radio antenna connections

step

3

Cable connections

FM ANT
(75 )

AM ANT

EXT
LOOP

3

LOOP ANT GND

Main unit

FM ANT
(75 )

AM ANT

EXT
LOOP

LOOP ANT GND

1

3

2

[AM\loop\antenna]

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

Adhesive
tape

[FM\indoor\antenna]

(included)
Affix this end of the antenna
where reception is best.

Push!

Click!

Main unit

Black

Red

White

FM ANT
(75 )

AM ANT

EXT
LOOP







LOOP ANT GND

Leave the AM loop
antenna connected.

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

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

5.0 m to 12 m
(16 ft to 39 ft)

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

≥ The antenna should be installed by a

competent technician.

75 ≠ coaxial cable

§

(not included)

\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

Antenna plug (not included)

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.

1 Remove a piece of the outer

vinyl insulator.

2 Carefully pull the tabs apart

to remove the cover.

3 Install the coaxial cable.

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

7mm (

9

/32z)

Peel back

4 Attach the cover.

Clamp with pliers

10 mm (

13

/32z)

§

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

10 mm (

13

/32z)

Main unit

3

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

Cable connections

Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna (optional)

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Conserving power

step

4 Digital transmitter connection

TRANSMITTER

DIGITAL

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

Digital transmitter

Insert fully until you hear a click.

Main unit

step

5 AC cord connections

AC IN

AC IN

110 127V 220 240V

VOLT ADJ

To
household
AC outlet

Main unitWireless system

AC power
supply cord

(included)

[For\areas\except\U.S.A.[and\Canada]

Before connecting the AC power
supply cord

Set the voltage.

Use a flat-head screwdriver to move the
voltage selector to the appropriate position
for the area in which this system is used.

Ferrite core

≥ If the power plug does not fit your

AC ou tlet

Use the power plug adaptor (included).

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

AC power
supply cord

(included)

To
household
AC outlet

step

6 Preparing the remote control

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

Press in and lift up.

Replace the cover.

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.

0.3 W, wireless system: approx. 0.2 W, \Others] main unit: approx. 0.4 W,
wireless system: approx. 0.3 W). To save power when they are not to be
used for a long time, unplug them from the household AC outlet.
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the main unit.

[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.

∫ Batteries

R6/LR6, AA

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 battery(ies) 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.

∫ Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor (➜ 15), avoiding obstacles,
at a maximum range of 7.0 m (23 ft) directly in front of the unit.

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Digital transmitter connection / AC cord connections / Preparing the remote control

Simple Setup

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

step

7 Performing QUICK SETUP

SET

MAIN

DISC
VIDEO
AUDIO
DISPLAY
HDMI
OTHER S

EXIT : SETUP

RETURN

OTHER S−QUICK S ETUP

SELECT THE MENU LANGUAGE.

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

ES PAÑOL

SET
RETURN

Preparation

Turn on your TV and select the appropriate
video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI,
etc.).
≥To change your TV’s video input mode, refer

to its operating instructions.

≥This remote control can perform some basic

TV operations (➜ 14).

TV

TV /

VIDEO

FM/AM

2
5
8 9
0

PAU SE

R

A

T

S

OK

-

PLAY MODE

-

PL

W.S.

SUBWOOFER

-

SLEEP-CH SELECT

VOL

iPod

3

SELECT

6

VOL

10

SLOW / SEARCH

PLAY

ONE TOUCH PLAY

T

F

U

N

C

T

RETURN

REPEAT

FL DISPLAY

LEVEL MUTING

I

O

N

S

OK

RETURN

Performing QUICK SETUP

DVD

SETUP

-

2ND SELECT

DISC

-

CD MODE

SETUP

8

#

0



6

%

'

4

+

&

MENU

SOUND

CANCEL

DVD

+

1
4
7

STOP

6

#

)

M

P

O

SKIP

4

1

U

N

E

T

PLAY
LIST

1

2

3

DVD

SETUP

4

5

6

7

Turn on the unit.

Select “DVD/CD”.

Show the setup menu.

Select “OTHERS”.

Select “QUICK SETUP”.

Select “SET”.

Select “Yes”.

∫ Details of settings

MENU LANGUAGE

Choose the language for the
on-screen messages.

TV TYPE

Select to suit the type of TV.

TV ASPECT

Choose the setting to suit your TV

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and preference.

≥ Underlined items are the factory settings in the above table.

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Follow the messages and
make the settings.

≥MENU LANGUAGE
≥TV TYPE
≥TV ASPECT

To return to the previous screen,
press [RETURN].

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10

≥ ENGLISH ≥ FRANÇAIS ≥ ESPAÑOL

≥ STANDARD
≥ PROJECTION ≥ PLASMA

≥ 4:3PAN&SCAN
≥ 16:9NORMAL ≥16:9SHRINK ≥16:9ZOOM

≥ CRT ≥ LCD

≥ 4:3LETTERBOX ≥ 4:3ZOOM

SETUP

Finish QUICK SETUP.

Exit.

Simple Setup

step

8 Presetting the radio stations

FM/AM

Numbered

buttons

FM/AM

(press and hold)

W

P

ST

MONO

,

OK

-

2ND SELECT

-

CD MODE

SETUP

0



6

%

'

4

+

&

MENU

SOUND

CANCEL

DVD

1
4
7

DISC

SKIP

STOP

4

1

6

#

)

+

8

#

U

N

E

M

P

O

T

PLAY
LIST

TV

TV /

FM/AM

iPod

3

2

6

5
8 9
0

10

SLOW / SEARCH

PAU SE

R

A

T

T

S

OK

-

PLAY MODE

-

REPEAT

PL

W.S.

SUBWOOFER

LEVEL MUTING

-

SLEEP-CH SELECT

VIDEO

VOL

SELECT

VOL

PLAY

ONE TOUCH PLAY

F

U

N

C

RETURN

FL DISPLAY

T

I

O

N

S

FUNCTIONS

-PLAY MODE

Confirming the preset channels

1

2

FM/AM

1 2
4
7

5
8 9
0

Select “FM” or “AM”.

≥ Main unit:

Press [SELECTOR].

Select the channel.

3

≥ To select a 2-digit number

6

e.g. 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

10

Alternatively, press [X, W].
≥ Main unit:

Press [-TUNE MODE] to select
“PRESET” on the display, and then press
[X TUNE W] to select the channel.

When a stereo FM broadcast is being
received, “ST” lights in the display.

Presetting the radio stations

SELECTOR

MEMORY

TUNE

-TUNE MODE

/—FM MODE

Presetting stations automatically

Up to 30 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1

2

≥ “SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio tunes

to the last preset station.

≥ “ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is unsuccessful.

Preset the channels manually (➜ 29).

Select “FM” or “AM”.

≥ Main unit:

Press [SELECTOR].

Release the button when
“FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO” is displayed.
e.g.

≥ Main unit:

Press and hold [MEMORY].

The tuner tunes to the lowest frequency
and starts to preset all the stations it can
receive into the channels in ascending
order.

≥ The FM/AM setting is also shown on the TV display.

∫ If noise is excessive

When “FM” is selected
Press and hold [-PLAY MODE] (main unit: [—FM MODE]) to

display “MONO”.

Press and hold the button again to cancel the mode.
≥ The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

When “AM” is selected
Press [FUNCTIONS]

Each time you press the button: BP 2()BP 1

on the remote control.

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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.

Unit on/off button
[POWER C I, BÍ]

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

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

Control reference guide

TV

FM/AM

2
5

4

8 9

7

0

SKIP

STOP1PAU SE

A

T

S

4

1

6

#

)

+

U

N

E

M

P

OK

O

T

PLAY
LIST

PL

W.S.

SUBWOOFER

-

SLEEP-CH SELECT

TV/VIDEO

iPod

3

SELECT

6

VOL

10

SLOW / SEARCH

PLAY

ONE TOUCH PLAY

R

T

F

RETURN

-

PLAY MODE

-

REPEAT

FL DISPLAY

LEVEL MUTING

VOL

U

N

C

T

I

O

N

S

1

A

DVD

-

2ND SELECT

2

3

DISC

-

CD MODE

4
5

6 18

SETUP

8

#

0



6

%

'

4

+

&

7

8

9

Control reference guide

10

11

MENU

SOUND

CANCEL

12

13

[DVD]: Select disc as the source (➜ 12): DVD/CD

A

[FM/AM]: Select FM/AM tuner (➜ 13, 29)
[N, O SELECT]: Select FM/AM tuner or external audio as the

source (➜ 30)
DVD/CD#FM#AM#AUX#D-IN#IPOD

^--------------------------------------------------------------}

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

[—2ND SELECT]

:

Press and hold the button to change the source
for the second room;
MAIN SOURCE (follows the selected source for the main room)#
(FM#AM)

§

§

#IPOD# 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.

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15

16

17

19

20

21
22

24

23

25

1 Turn the main unit on/off (➜ 12)
2 Select channels and title numbers etc. / Enter numbers

(➜ 13, 17)

3 Select a disc / Play all loaded CDs sequentially (➜ 17, 18)
4 Select preset radio stations (➜ 29)
5 Basic operations for play (➜ 16, 17)
6 Show setup menu (➜ 12)
7 Show a disc top menu or program list (➜ 17, 19)
8 Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame (➜ 17)
9 Show a disc menu or play list (➜ 17, 19)
: Select sound mode (➜ 28)
; Turn Dolby Pro Logic II on/off (➜ 28)
< Cancel (➜ 18)
= Turn Whisper-mode Surround on/off (➜ 28)

or

Set the Sleep timer

Press and hold [—SLEEP].
While the time is shown on the main unit’s display, press [—SLEEP]
repeatedly.
SLEEP 30#SLEEP 60#SLEEP 90#SLEEP120

^-----------------------OFF (Cancel)(---------------------}

≥ To confirm the remaining time, press and hold the button again.

> TV operations

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

This may not work properly with some models.

? Select iPod as the source (➜ 30)
@ Adjust the volume of the main unit
A Select radio stations manually (➜ 29)
B Start up and play a disc automatically (➜ 17, 26)
C Show START menu (➜ 15)
D Show on-screen menu (➜ 20)
E Return to previous screen (➜ 17)
F Switch information on the main unit’s display (➜ 17)
G Select the play mode / Set the repeat mode (➜ 18)
H Mute the sound

≥ “MUTING” flashes on 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.

I Adjust the subwoofer level or select speaker channel

(➜ 29)

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”.

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

1 Press and hold [9/5] on the main unit and [2] on the remote

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

2 Press and hold [OK] 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].

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