Panasonic SC-XH166, SC-XH105 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-XH166

SC-XH105

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-XH166.

Firmware updates

Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology. Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you are notified. For details, refer to “Firmware updates” (> 7) or http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Please also read through the “Owner’s Manual <Setup>”.

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Precautions

WARNING

Unit

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥

Do not place objects filled with liquids, suc h as vases, on this uni t.

≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

≥ Do not let metal objects fall inside this unit. ≥ Do not place heavy items on this unit.

AC mains lead

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the

voltage printed on this unit.

≥ Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet. ≥ Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead. ≥ Do not handle the plug with wet hands. ≥ Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the plug. ≥ Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.

The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

Speaker

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

Small object

≥ Keep the batteries out of reach of children to prevent

swallowing.

≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

CAUTION

Unit

≥ This unit 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 place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles,

on this unit.

≥ This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile

telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.

≥ This unit is intended for use in tropical climates.

Placement

Place this unit on an even surface.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or

in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

≥ Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with

newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

≥ Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high temperatures,

high humidity, and excessive vibration.

Speaker

≥

Use only supplied speakers

The main unit and su pplied speakers are to be used onl y as indicated in these operating instructions. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Con sult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudd en change in perfo rmance.

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

the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

≥ Hold the speaker firmly to avoid injury by dropping the speaker

when carrying.

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

you play sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥ Do not touch the front area of the speakers. Hold by the sides. ≥ Place speakers on flat, secure surfaces. ≥ To avoid injury by falling or dropping the speaker, place the

speaker cables with care not to stumble or hook.

≥

Do not stand on the spe aker. Be cautious when childre n are near.

Batteries

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire. ≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace

only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local

authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

≥

Do not mix old and new batteries or different types at the same time.

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight

for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

≥ Do not take apart or short circuit. ≥ Do not recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥ Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

Remove batteries if you do not intend to use the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

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To dispose or transfer this

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

Fuse

(5 ampere)

unit

The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete the user settings. (> 17, "To return all settings to the factory preset.")

≥

The operation hi story may be re corded in the mem ory of this 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.

Unit and media care

Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth

≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the

instructions that came with the cloth.

Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction.

Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.

Clean discs

DO DO NOT

AC Mains Lead

(For the AC mains plug of three pins) How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1 Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2 Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry with a dry cloth.

Disc handling precautions

≥ Handle discs by the edges to avoid inadvertent scratches or

fingerprints on the disc.

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. ≥ Do not use disc cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static

electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

≥ 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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Table of contents

(Alkaline or manganese batteries)

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting started

Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Media information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setting up the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Firmware updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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

Basic operations

Enjoying TV with the speakers of the

system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

“HDMI CEC” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Changing the sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Advanced operations

Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Speaker installation option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reference

Getting started

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

∏ 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000974)

∏ 2 Batteries for remote control

∏ 2 AC mains leads

See page 7 for more information.

∏ 1HDMI cable

∏ 1 FM indoor antenna

[XH166] 1 Sheet of speaker cable sticker

∏

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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≥ Product numbers provided in these operating instructions

are correct as of January 2014. These may be subject to change.

≥ Do not use AC mains lead with other equipment.

∫ Using the remote control

Insert the batteries to the terminal so that it (i and j) matches those in the remote control.





R03/LR03, AAA

Package contents

(SA-XH166)

(SA-XH105)

FRONT

(SB-HFS4810)

SURROUND

(SB-HFS4010)

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW3010)

CENTER

(SB-HC4010)

FRONT

(SB-HF3010)

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW3010)

CENTER

(SB-HC3010)

SURROUND

(SB-HS3010)

(Stands)

(Speakers)

(Bases)

(Screws)

Main unit

(Speaker cables)

Check the package contents before using this unit.

Getting started

Getting startedBasic operationsAdvanced operationsReference

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Media information

∫ Playable media

DVD-Video Video DVD-R Video, Xvid, MOV, DVD-R DL DVD-RW Video +R/+RW/+R DL Music CD Music [CD-DA],

CD-R Xvid, JPEG, MP3, CD-RW

USB devices Xvid, FLV, MOV,

∫ Types of discs that cannot be

played by this unit

Any other disc that is not specifically supported or previously described.

≥ Blu-ray Discs ≥ HD DVD ≥ DVD-RAM ≥ WMA discs ≥ Super Audio CD ≥ DivX discs ≥ Photo CD ≥ AVCHD discs ≥ DVD-Audio

≥ See page 19 for more information on the types

of content that can be played.

JPEG, MP3

VCD, SVCD

Music [CD-DA], VCD, SVCD

JPEG, MP3

∫ Region management information

The unit can playback DVD-Video discs of the following regions codes, including “ALL”:

Example:

[For\South\East\Asia]

[For\the\Middle\East\and\South\Africa]

∫ Finalize

Any DVD-R/RW/R DL, +R/+RW/+R DL and CD-R/RW that are recorded by a recorder need to be finalized by the recorder to play on this unit. Please refer to the recorder’s instructions.

∫ Music CD

Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not comply with CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed to work.

∫ USB device

≥ This unit does not guarantee connection with all

USB devices.

≥ This unit does not support USB device

charging.

≥ FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS file systems are

supported.

≥ This unit supports USB2.0 High Speed. ≥ This unit supports an HDD formatted in FAT32

and NTFS. If the HDD is not recognized, the power to the HDD may not be supplied. Supply power from an external source.

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≥ It may not be possible to play the above media in some

cases due to the type of media, the condition of the recording, the recording method, and how the files were created.

≥ The producers of the disc can control how discs are

played, so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.

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