Panasonic SC-VK880 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Stereo System

Model No. SC-VK880

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels
containing the region number “3” or “ALL”.

Example:

3

ALL

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2

Operations in these instructions are described using
the remote control, but you can do the operations on
the main unit if the controls are the same.

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1 AC mains lead

(K2CQ2CA00007)

Accessories

System SC-VK880

Main unit SA-VK880 (1 unit)

Front speakers SB-PF880 (2 units)

Surround speakers SB-PS880 (2 units)

Center speaker SB-PC880 (1 unit)

Subwoofer SB-WAK780 (1 unit)

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.

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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.

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CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING,
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION
VENTS.
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH
AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.

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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.

This product may receive radio interference caused by
mobile telephones during use. If such interference is
apparent, please increase separation between the product
and the mobile telephone.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL
CLIMATES.

1 AM loop antenna

1 FM indoor antenna

1 Remote control
(N2QAYB000423)

2 Batteries

For Southeast Asia

1 Video cable

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Accessories

Dear customer

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

For Thailand

1 AC mains lead

(K2CP2CA00001)

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Table of contents

GETTING STARTED

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

Safety precautions ......................................................4

Discs information ........................................................ 5

Tips for making data discs ......................................... 6

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND ............................. 7

Tray/disc handling procedure .................................... 7

Control reference guide ..............................................8

Remote control ..................................................................... 8

Main unit ............................................................................... 9

DISC OPERATIONS

OTHER OPERATIONS

REFERENCE

Discs — Basic play .................................................... 16

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

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

Discs — Convenient functions ................................. 18

Disc information ................................................................. 18

All CDs play ........................................................................ 18

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

Muting the volume ............................................................. 18

Dimming the display .......................................................... 18

Program and Random play ............................................... 19

Program play ..................................................................... 19

Random play ..................................................................... 19

Discs — Using navigation menus ............................ 20

Playing data discs .............................................................. 20

Playing items in order ........................................................ 20

Playing from the selected item ..........................................20

Select the picture in thumbnails menu .............................. 20

The radio ....................................................................26

Manual tuning ..................................................................... 26

Preset tuning ...................................................................... 26

Cassette tapes — Play and Recording .................... 26

Play ...................................................................................... 26

Recording ........................................................................... 27

USB — Play and Recording ...................................... 28

Play ...................................................................................... 28

Recording ........................................................................... 28

Enjoying karaoke ....................................................... 30

Basic play ........................................................................... 30

Microphone volume adjustment ....................................... 30

Adding an echo effect ....................................................... 30

Using karaoke mode .......................................................... 30

To record your karaoke performance .............................. 30

Sound field and sound quality ................................. 31

Surround ............................................................................. 31

Selecting other surround modes ....................................... 31

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

Language code list .................................................... 39

Memory reset (Initialization) ..................................... 39

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

Playing the programs ........................................................ 20

Playing the playlist ............................................................. 20

Discs — Using on-screen menus ............................. 21

On-Screen Menu 1 (Disc/Play) .......................................... 21

On-Screen Menu 2 (Video) ................................................ 22

On-Screen Menu 3 (Audio) ................................................ 22

On-Screen Menu 4 (Karaoke) ............................................ 22

Discs — Changing the player settings .................... 23

“DISC” menu ...................................................................... 23

“VIDEO” menu .................................................................... 23

“AUDIO” menu ................................................................... 24

“DISPLAY” menu ............................................................... 24

“OTHERS” menu ................................................................ 24

Changing the delay time (Speaker settings) ................... 25

Adjusting the speaker level .............................................. 25

Simple setup .............................................................. 10

Television, antenna and AC mains lead connections .... 10

Other television connection .............................................. 11

Placement of speakers ...................................................... 12

Preparing the remote control ............................................ 13

DEMO function ................................................................... 13

EASY SETUP ...................................................................... 14

Setting the time .................................................................. 14

Smart control ............................................................. 15

Changing the sound quality .............................................. 31

Preset EQ .......................................................................... 31

Manual EQ ........................................................................ 31

Enhancing the bass ........................................................... 31

Adjusting the subwoofer .................................................... 32

Using the Center Focus ..................................................... 32

Adding an echo effect ........................................................ 32

To adjust speaker level during play ................................... 32

Using the timers ........................................................33

The play/record timer ........................................................ 33

Auto-off function .......................................................34

Using the sleep timer/Auto-off function .......................... 34

Using other equipment .............................................34

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

Using an external unit ....................................................... 35

Changing the main unit and remote control mode ......... 35

Operating a Panasonic television .................................... 35

Maintenance ............................................................... 39

Glossary ..................................................................... 40

Specifications ............................................................ 41

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Safety precautions

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or
electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the
lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the
AC mains lead can cause electric shock. Do not handle the plug
with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any
other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs,
disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an
authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit
can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed
by unqualified persons.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power
source if it is not to be used for a long time.

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other
components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.

Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid
distortion and unwanted acoustical effects.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the
unit and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully
when setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is
used.

Voltage

AC mains lead protection

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause

electric shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the
unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Foreign matter

Service

Safety precautions

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Discs information

 Commercial discs

Disc Logo

Indicated in these

instructions by

Remarks

DVD-Video High quality movie and music discs.

Video CD

Music discs with video.
Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107).

CD Music discs.

 Recorded discs (: Playable, −: Not playable)

Disc Logo

Recorded on a DVD
video recorder, etc.

Recorded on a personal computer, etc.

Finalizing

8

2 4 6 7

DVD-RAM



− −

   

Not

necessary

DVD-R/RW

 

−

   

Necessary

DVD-R DL



3



− − − − −

Necessary

4R/4RW

− −

()

5

− − − − −

Necessary

4R DL

− −

()

5

− − − − −

Necessary

CD-R/RW

1

− − −

    

Necessary

9

DVD-V

VCD

CD

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 6, Tips for making data discs).

1

This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format.

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).

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

recording standard).

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

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

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MPEG4 data recorded with the Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications

(ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system].

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Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.

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A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is displayed as “Necessary” on this unit, the disc must

first be finalized on the device it was recorded on.

9

Closing the session will also work.

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DVD-VR DVD-V WMA MP3 JPEG MPEG4 DivX

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.

 Discs that cannot be played

Blu-ray, HD DVD, AVCHD discs, DVD-RW version 1.0,
DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD,
Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their
cartridges, 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.

 Video systems

This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must
match the system used on the disc.
PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL60 for viewing on
a PAL television ( page 23, “NTSC DISC OUT” in “VIDEO”
menu).

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Discs information

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Tips for making data discs

(Extension: “.MP3” or “.mp3”)
This unit does not support ID3 tags.
Sampling frequency and compression rate:
– DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW: 11.02, 12, 22.05,

24 kHz (8 to 160 kbps), 44.1 and 48 kHz (32 to 320 kbps)

– CD-R/RW: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24 kHz (8 to 160 kbps),

32, 44.1 and 48 kHz (32 to 320 kbps)

(Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”)
JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF
Standard (Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0
are displayed. Files that have been altered, edited or saved
with computer picture editing software may not be displayed.
This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG
and other such formats, and still pictures other than JPEG
(Example: TIFF), or play pictures with attached audio.

(Extension: “.ASF” or “.asf”)
You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO
specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video
system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD
multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit.
The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.

(Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”)
You can play all versions of DivX® video (including DivX®6)
[DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio
system] with standard playback of DivX® media files.
Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.
DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not be
played properly on this unit.
This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of
720 x 480 (NTSC)/720 x 576 (PAL).
You can select up to eight types of audio and subtitles on this
unit.

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When there are more than eight groups, the eighth group
onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu
screen.
There may be differences in the display order on the menu
screen and computer screen.
This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

DVD-RAM

Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

DVD-R/RW

Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).
This unit does not support multi-session. Only the default
session is played.

CD-R/RW

Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for
extended formats).
This unit supports multi-session but if there are many
sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number
of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

Naming folders and files

Files are treated as contents and
folders are treated as groups on this
unit.

At the time of recording, prefix folder and
file names. This should be with numbers
that have an equal number of digits, and
should be done in the order you want to
play them (this may not work at times).
Files must have the extension ( below).

(Extension: “.WMA” or “.wma”)
Compatible compression rate:
between 48 kbps and 320 kbps.
You cannot play WMA files that are
copy-protected.
This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR).

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root

track

trac

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trac

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trac

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trac

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track
track
track

track

track

group

group

group

Example:

MP3

WMA

MP3

JPEG

MPEG4

DivX

This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent
portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use
of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance with the
MPEG-4 Visual Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”) and/or
(ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer
engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or
was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA
to provide MPEG-4 Video. No license is granted or shall be
implied for any other use. Additional information including that
relating to promotional, internal and commercial uses and
licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See
http://www.mpegla.com.

Plays DivX® video
DivX® is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used
under license.

Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights
of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution
of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without
a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary
and third parties.

U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132;
and 5,583,936.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and
other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.

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

Tips for making data discs

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital
Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.

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ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND/Tray/disc handling procedure

This DivX® Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.
First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your device and submit it during the registration process. [Important: DivX VOD
content is protected by a DivX DRM (Digital Rights Management) system that restricts playback to registered DivX Certified devices.
If you try to play DivX VOD content not authorized for your device, the message “Authorization Error” will be displayed and your
content will not play.] Learn more at www.divx.com/vod.
Display the unit’s registration code ( page 24, “REGISTRATION” in “OTHERS” menu)

We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference.
After playing DivX VOD content for the first time, another registration code is then displayed in “REGISTRATION (DIVX)”. Do not
use this registration code to purchase DivX VOD content. If you use this code to purchase DivX VOD content, and then play the
content on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any content that you purchased using the previous code.
If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able to play this content.
(“AUTHORIZATION ERROR” is displayed.)

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

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

When playing this content

• The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if

– you press [^] or press [SETUP].
– you press [g]. [Press [h] (pause) to pause play.]
– you press [u, i] (skip) or [t, y] (search) etc. and arrive at another content or the start of the content being played.
The “RESUME” function ( page 17, Stop) does not work.

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SET
RETURN

OTHERS-REGISTRATION (DIVX)

DIVX(R) VIDEO ON D EMAND
YOUR REGISTRATION CODE IS
XXXXXXX

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8 alphanumeric characters

Adhere to the following to avoid problems.

Removing the power plug

Press [8] to turn off the unit and remove the power plug only after all the displays have disappeared.

Tray caution

Always press [;, OPEN/CLOSE] to insert or remove a disc.
Do not push or pull out the tray by hand as this will cause an
accident.

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Place the disc label up in the center of the tray.
Insert only one disc into each tray.

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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
hard writing instrument.
Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids 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.

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Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

OPEN/
CLOSE

Disc handling precautions

Inserting a disc

Cleaning discs

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND

Tray/disc handling procedure

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Control reference guide

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Slow motion, search, tuning

(17, 26)

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TV operations

(Aim the remote control to a Panasonic

TV and press the button. Only works

with some models)

[^]: turn the TV on/off

[AV]: change the TV’s video input

mode

[4, 3, VOL ]: adjust the TV volume

(35)

Mute the sound (18)

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25

Changes the unit’s display (17)

Sleep timer, Auto off operation setting

(34)

Return to previous screen

(17, 19, 20, 21, 23)

Frame-by-frame/Select or register

menu items

(14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 23,

25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32)

Show on-screen menu (21, 30)

Adjust the volume of the main unit

(17, 25, 30)

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20

24

Clock and timer setting (14, 33)

PLAY/REC timer on/off (33)

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19

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14

23

Cancel an item (17, 19)

Deleting an item (29)

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Random play, Program play (19)
Tape: Reverse mode selection (26, 27)
Radio: Band mode selection (26)

4

Turn the unit on/off (14, 33)

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3

Select channels and title numbers
etc./Enter numbers
(17, 18, 21, 23, 26, 35)

2

Show disc information/Select a disc
(17, 18)
Play loaded discs in order (18)

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19

Select sound mode (31, 32)

Skip, rewind, fast forward, Tape

Program Sensor, sound quality

adjustment, preset channel selection,

time adjustment

(14, 17, 20, 26, 31, 32, 33)

Remote control

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Source select
[q, USB] selector and playback
(15, 27, 28, 29)
[7, TAPE] Tape playback and
direction (15, 26, 27)

EXT-IN, FM/AM:

FM/AM selection (15, 26)
MUSIC PORT/AUX selection
(15, 34, 35)

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Basic operations for play
(14, 15, 17 to 21, 26 to 33)

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Select surround sound effects (31)

8

Show START menu (15)

9

Show a disc top menu or program list
(17, 20)

10

Show a disc menu or playlist
(17, 20, 26, 28)

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Tape and USB recording functions
(26, 27, 28, 29)

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12

Change the player settings
(14, 23, 25, 29)

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Repeat play (18)
Dim the display panel (18)

Control reference guide

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Control reference guide

Main unit

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12

AC supply indicator
(AC IN)

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

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.
(16, 39)

[* REC, USB]
(28, 29, 34, 35)

Using surround effect (31)

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7

8

Adjusting subwoofer level
(32)

[* REC, TAPE]
(27, 30, 34, 35)

USB port (28)

Deck [;, OPEN] (26, 27)

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MUSIC PORT jack (34)

Headphone jack
Reduce the volume
level and connect the
headphones. Headphones
plug type: Ø3.5 mm
stereo (not included).

Avoid listening for
prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing
damage.
Excessive sound
pressure from
earphones and
headphones can cause
hearing loss.

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Disc trays (7, 16)

[;, OPEN/CLOSE] (7, 16)

[;, EXCHANGE] (16)

[1 q] to [5 q]

(disc direct play) (16)

Enhancing bass sound

(31)

[MIN, MIC VOL, MAX]

(30)

Microphone

(MIC 1, MIC 2) jacks (30)

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20

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27

28

Skip, rewind, fast forward,
Tape Program Sensor,
sound quality adjustment,
time adjustment
(14, 17, 20, 26, 31, 33)

Tape playback and direction
(26, 27)

FM/AM selection (26)

MUSIC PORT/AUX selection
(34, 35)

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22

19

20

27

[– VOLUME +] (25, 30)

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24

26

[MANUAL EQ] (31)

DVD/CD selector and

playback

(16, 18, 19, 21,

27, 28, 29, 30)

USB selector and playback
(27, 28)

Stop, DEMO function

(13, 26, 27, 28, 30)

Remote control signal sensor

25

28

Selecting Manual EQ,

adjusting its BASS level

(31)

Cassette holder (26, 27)

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Television, antenna and AC mains lead connections

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TO SB-PC880 (CENTER)

TO SB-PF880 (FRONT

)

TO SB-PS880 (SURROUND)

TO SB-WAK780 (SUBWOOFER

)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO IN

TO SB-PC880 (CENTER)

TO SB-PF880 (FRONT)

TO SB-PS880 (SURROUND)

TO SB-WAK780 (SUBWOOFER

)

Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete.
Conserving power

The unit consumes power (approx. 0.4 W) even when it is turned off with [^] (main unit: [8]). To save power when the unit is not to
be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC power socket. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in
the unit.

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with
other equipment.
Do not use an AC mains lead from other equipment.

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Note

Please refer to “Using an
external unit” on page 35
for more information on
AUX connection.

Insertion of Connector

Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on the type of inlet
used, the front part of the connector may jut out as shown in the drawing.
However there is no problem using the unit.

Appliance inlet

Connector

Approx. 3.5 mm

AC mains lead

To household mains
socket

FM indoor antenna

Tape the antenna where reception is best.

Before connecting the
AC mains lead, set the
voltage.

Voltage Selector

Use a flat-head screwdriver
to set the voltage selector on
the back of the main unit to
the appropriate position for
the area in which this system
is used.

Speaker connections

Insert fully

e.g. Front speaker (L)

Speaker Terminal/connector colour

 Front speaker (L)

White

 Front speaker (R)

White

 Surround speaker (L)

Blue

 Surround speaker (R)

Blue

 Center speaker

Green

 Subwoofer

Purple

Connect the speakers to the main unit with the terminals of the same
colour.

Adhesive
tape

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Other television connection

TO SB-PC880 (CENTER)

TO SB-PF880 (FRONT

)

TO SB-PS880 (SURROUND)

TO SB-WAK780 (SUBWOOFER

)

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

P

B

P

R

Y

VIDEO IN

Antenna connections

AM loop antenna

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

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Black

Red

White

Click!

Connecting a television with a VIDEO IN
terminal

To enjoy progressive video

1. Connect to a progressive output compatible
television.

2. Set “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” to “PROGRESSIVE”, then
follow the instructions on the menu screen
( page 24, “VIDEO” menu).

VIDEO OUT terminal

Do not connect the unit through a video cassette
recorder, because the picture may not be displayed
correctly due to copy guard protection.
Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the
television’s operating instructions.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals

These terminals can be used for either interlace or
progressive output. Connection using these terminals
outputs the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and
luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve
high fidelity in reproducing colours. The description of
the component video input terminals depends on the
television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR,Y/B- Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR).
Connect to terminals of the same colour.

Television

(not included)

Television

(not included)

Rear panel of this unit

Rear panel of this unit

Connecting a television with COMPONENT

VIDEO IN terminals

Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.

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Note

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window
or other convenient location.
Leave the loop antenna connected.

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Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.

Optional antenna connections

 AM outdoor antenna

5 to

12 m

Connect the AM loop antenna

AM outdoor antenna (not included)

75 Ω coaxial cable
(not included)

FM outdoor antenna
(not included)

 FM outdoor antenna

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Placement of speakers

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Front speakers

Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right
channel orientation is necessary.

Center speaker

Do not place the center speaker directly on the television as
vibration may cause it to fall or disrupt the picture.
Place it on a rack or shelf.

Surround speakers

Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area,
higher than ear level.

Subwoofer

The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is
at a reasonable distance from the TV.

Use only the supplied speakers

Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.
Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling
if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Positioning for best effect

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 a thick
curtain.

If irregular colouring occurs on your television

The supplied 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 television’s demagnetising function should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the
television.

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You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for
proper ventilation.
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 emit strange noise (howling) from a
microphone or 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.

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Caution

Use the speakers only with the recommended 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 a sudden change in performance is
apparent.
Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

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Caution

Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers.
Hold by the sides.
e.g. Center speaker

(S B -P C 8 80 )

(S B -P S 8 80 )(S B -P S 8 80 )

30

o

12 0

o

30

o

(S B -W A K7 8 0)

(S B -P F 8 80 ) (S B -P F 8 80 )

Front speaker

(left)

Front speaker
(right)

Surround
speaker
(left)

Center speaker

Subwoofer

Surround

speaker

(right)

Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position.

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The unit can display a demonstration of its functions when
“DEMO ON”.
Press and hold [g, –DEMO].
The display changes each time the button is held down.
DEMO ON  DEMO OFF
While in standby mode, select “DEMO OFF” to reduce power
consumption.

When the DEMO function is on, the Dimmer switches off
automatically.

Note

[g, –DEMO]

DEMO function

Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor ( page 9), avoiding
obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

R6/LR6, AA

Do not:

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

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Insert this side first when closing

Press on the tab
to open

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.

Batteries

Use a manganese dry battery or an alkaline dry battery.
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote
control.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a
long period of time.
Store in a cool, dark place.
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.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which
can severely damage the remote control.

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Note

Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.

CLOCK

zPLAY zREC

Original display

1 2 3

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select
“CLOCK”.

Every time you press the button:

(Within 7 seconds or so)

Press [u, 2/REW] or [i, 1/FF]
to set the time.

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish
setting the time.

This is a 24-hour clock.

Displaying the time

Press [CLOCK/TIMER] once when the unit is on or in standby mode.

The time is displayed for a few seconds.

Setting the time

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television to suit the connection for the unit.

1 2 3

6 7 8

4

9

5

10

Select
“DVD/CD”.

Display the
SETUP menu.

Press to
select
“SET”.

Select “YES”.

Power ON.

Select
“OTHERS”.

Select
“EASY
SETUP”.

Make the
settings.

Press to
finish EASY
SETUP.

Press to
exit.

Confirm

Select

Confirm

Select

Confirm

Select

Select

Confirm

EASY SETUP

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If “SET” is selected at “EASY SETUP”, these are a few settings that you are able to check;

Language
TV aspect
Speaker check

Listen to speaker output to confirm speaker connections ( page 10)

Speaker output

Make surround setting for speaker output ( page 31)

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