Panasonic SC-XH385, SC-XH333 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

<Operations>

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No. SC-XH385

SC-XH333

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-XH385.

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” (> 19) 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

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. (> 20, "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



R03/LR03, AAA

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(Alkaline or manganese
batteries)

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

Getting started

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

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

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

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

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

Basic operations

Getting started

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this
unit.

∏ 1 Remote control

(N2QAYB000973)

∏ 2 Batteries for remote control

Enjoying TV with the speakers of the

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

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

Enjoying Bluetooth

“HDMI CEC” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Enjoying Karaoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Changing the sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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Advanced operations

Option menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Speaker installation option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Firmware updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Reference

Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

∏ 2 AC mains leads

See page 7 for more information.

∏ 1HDMI cable

∏ 1 FM indoor antenna

∏ 1 Sheet of speaker cable sticker

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≥ Product numbers provided in these operating instructions

are correct as of February 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.

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Package contents

(SA-XH385) (SA-XH333)

FRONT

(SB-HFS4810)

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW6010)

CENTER

(SB-HC4010)

SUBWOOFER

(SB-HW186)

CENTER

(SB-HC333)

FRONT

(SB-HFS333)

SURROUND

(SB-HFS4810)

SURROUND

(SB-HFS333)

(Stands)

(Speakers)

(Bases)

(Screws)

Main unit

Main unit

(Speaker cables)

(Speakers)

(Base stands)

(Screws)

(Speaker cables)

(Speaker cables)

Check the package contents before using this unit.

Getting started

Getting startedBasic operationsAdvanced operationsReference

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Media information

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∫ 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 23 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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Setting up the system

OPTICAL

OUT

Optical digital audio cable

(not supplied)

Set Top Box, etc.

Follow the “Owner’s Manual <Setup>” to set up
the system first.

Precautions

∫ Speakers

≥

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the
system to avoid noise generated by resonance.

≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 17.
≥ When you place all the speakers in a row at the

front, set “5.1ch Front Layout” to “On”. (> 16)

Centre speaker

≥ Put it on a rack or shelf not to interfere with the

TV’s various sensors (ambient light, etc.).
Vibration caused by the speaker can disrupt the
picture if it is placed directly on the TV.

Surround speakers

≥ Place the speakers at the same height or higher

than ear level.

∫ HDMI

≥ If you use an optional HDMI cable, use the

ARC* compatible High Speed HDMI cables.
Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s
HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal,
please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.

* ARC is an abbreviation of Audio Return Channel, also

known as HDMI ARC. This feature allows a home theatre
system to receive and play audio from the TV through a
single HDMI cable without additional wiring.

∫ DIGITAL AUDIO IN

≥ The dual audio cannot be changed. Change the

setting on the connected device.

∫ AC mains lead

2 AC mains leads are supplied.
Use the AC mains lead that matches the socket
for the area you live in.

≥ Saudi Arabia: 3-pin AC mains lead

≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC

power (> 22) even when turned off in standby
mode. For the purpose of energy conservation,
the unit should be disconnected if you will not
be using it for extended period of time.

Other device connection

Getting started

∫ VIDEO OUT

≥ Do not make the video connections through

the VCR.

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

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Control reference guide

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