Panasonic Av Control Receiver Sa-bx500 Operating Instructions

							PPEnRQT9223-YH0608VC0Cf
Operating Instructions
AV Control Receiver
Model No. SA-BX500
Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. 
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
The warranty can be found on page 57.
For U.S.A. only
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 58.
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”.
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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.
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.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of 
Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC.
HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric 
Industrial Co., Ltd.
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  socket  outlet  shall  be  installed  near  the  equipment  and  easily 
accessible.
The mains plug of the po
wer supply cord shall remain readily 
operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, 
disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.
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.
CAUTION!
Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat radiation 
vents in any way. In particular, do not place DVD recorder or CD/
DVD players on this unit as heat radiated from it can damage your 
software.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is 
only 
 the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how 
you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This 
manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer 
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by 
playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and 
clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, 
without affecting your sensitive hearing.
We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts 
to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be 
loud and harmful to your hearing. 
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE 
your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level: Start your volume control at a low setting. 
Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and 
clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level: Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or 
loss 
 in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
•
•
•
Listening caution
CAUTION
CAUTION:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. 
NO 
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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.
-If you see this symbol-
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 & 
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is 
a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD 
and DTS-HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
© 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of 
the device.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
EST. 1924EST. 1924
EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial 
Co., Ltd.
VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial 
Co., Ltd.
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Listening caution / IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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)  

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 
replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10)  
 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the 
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the  manufacturer.
12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,  bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when  unused for long periods of time.
14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing  is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid 
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does 
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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.
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.  
H

owever, 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)
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBefore use
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Enjoying the Home Theater has become easy!
Connections
Settings
With SA-BX500!With SA-BX500!
With SA-BX500!
With SA-BX500!
Many different 
cables were 
necessary.
Previous Home Theater systems required multiple
operations.
VIERA Link
When you connect the unit to your TV (VIERA) and DVD 
recorder (DIGA) compatible with VIERA Link
Until now...Until now...
A B
The
Home
Theater begins.

How can we enjoy 
TV with surround  sound?
Connections 
and settings 
are all 
complete

.
TV outputs  
2
-channel stereo sounds 
and only front speakers  are reproducing stereo  audio output.
Great!! We can enjoy TV with surround  sound.
Enjoy the full surround sound from all speakers connected!!
Just press
SURROUND on the unit
                             on the 
remote contr

ol 
to enjoy surround sound 
( ➔  pa
 ges 28, 29).
Press just one button and enjoy the Home Theater effect  
(
➔  pages 32, 33). A utomatic speaker setup 
is the easiest way to adjust 
the speaker settings  
( ➔  pages 24, 25).
Until now…
We must adjust the 
speaker settings...
Simple connections 
using 2 HDMI cables 
and 1 stereo connection 
cab

le! 
One-touch 
playback.
Manual setting for 
each speaker.
∗ Other connections are also 
possib le.
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Enjoying the Home Theater has become easy! / Table of contents
Table of contents
Before use
Listening caution ............................................................................2
IMPOR
TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................3
Enjo

ying the Home Theater has become easy! .............................4
Supplied 

accessories .....................................................................6
Contr

ol guide ...................................................................................6
Quick guide
Step 1
Placing speakers ................................................................ 9
Step 2
Connecting speakers ....................................................... 10
Step 3
Connecting a TV and a  
Blu-ra
y Disc/DVD player ................................................... 12
Step 4
Watching TV or DVD .......................................................... 14
Preparations
Connections ......................................................................... 16
Basic connections ........................................................................16
Connecting 
equipment with HDMI terminal ..................................16
Connecting 

cables to video and audio terminals  
(Connecting 

equipment without HDMI terminal) ...........................17
Connecting 
cables to S video and audio terminals ....................18
Connecting 

cables to component and  
audio 

terminals .............................................................................19
Other 
connections ........................................................................20
T

o enjoy analog sounds ................................................................20
T

o enjoy high-quality analog sounds  
(Analog 

8-channel connections) ...................................................20
T
o connect the unit to a CD player. ................................................20
T

o connect the unit for audio or picture recording ..........................21
T

o connect the unit to a video camera etc. ....................................21
Connecting 

other speakers ..........................................................22
T

o connect bi-wire speakers .........................................................22
To connect a second pair of front speakers (SPEAKERS B) ..............22
T
o enjoy wireless audio with SH-FX67 ..........................................23
Connecting 

antennas ...................................................................23
Auto speaker setup using the setup microphone ..................... 24
Basic operations
Enjoying the Home Theater ................................................. 26
Basic playback ..............................................................................26
Using 
surround speakers wirelessly with SH-FX67 ...................27
T

o enjoy 7.1 channel playback using 2 sets of SH-FX67 ...............27
When you use wireless speakers in another room (MULTI ROOM) ....27
Using 
SPEAKERS B ......................................................................27
Pla

yback when making analog 8-channel connections .............27
Enjo

ying only with TV speaker .....................................................27
Enjo

ying 7.1-channel virtual surround playback ........................27
Operations
Listening to surround sound .............................................. 28Dolby Pro Logic   .......................................................................28
NEO:6 .............................................................................................28
SFC 
(Sound Field Control) ...........................................................28
Sound 
field ...................................................................................29
Remote controlling sound effects ...................................... 30
Adjusting Dolby Pro Logic ’s “MUSIC ” mode .........................30
Adjusting 
NEO:6’s “ MUSIC ” mode ..............................................30
Convenient functions .......................................................... 31
Adjusting speaker volumes .........................................................31
Silencing 
speakers temporarily ...................................................31
Displa

ying the current status .......................................................31
Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” ........................... 32
Enjoying the Home Theater through one-touch operations ......33
Using the sound menu ........................................................ 34
Adjusting the speaker level ..........................................................34
Adjusting 
the bass ........................................................................34
Adjusting 

the treble ......................................................................34
Balancing 

front speaker volume ..................................................35
Changing 

the audio output (Dual program) ................................35
Listening 

clearly at low volume ....................................................35
Using 

whisper mode surround ....................................................35
Using the setup menu .......................................................... 36
Basic operation .............................................................................36
Adjusting 
the brightness of the display ......................................37
Using 

sleep timer ..........................................................................37
Setting 

speakers and their sizes ..................................................37
Setting 

distances ..........................................................................37
Setting 

the lowpass filter ..............................................................38
Changing 

auto speaker settings  .................................................38
T

o return speakers to factory settings ...........................................38
Setting 

the unit against automatic polarity adjustment ..................38
Adjusting 

the high-frequency sound quality of the set frequency 
response ......................................................................................38
Making 

bi-wire setting ..................................................................38
Setting 

the speaker impedance ...................................................38
Changing 

the input settings .........................................................39
Setting 

the placement positions for surround speakers ............39
Setting 

wireless speakers ............................................................39
Setting 

input signals .....................................................................39
Adjusting 

input levels for external terminals ..............................39
Reducing 

standby power consumption  
(po

wer save mode) ........................................................................40
Setting 
VIERA Link to “ OFF ” 
........................................................40
Switc
hing the attenuator ..............................................................40
Adjusting 

the time lag by delaying audio  
output 

when pictures on TV arrives after sounds .......................40
Changing 
the volume display ......................................................40
Reset 

(factory settings) ................................................................40
Using headphones ............................................................... 41
Recor
ding ............................................................................. 41
Remote controlling a TV or DVD recorder etc. ...................... 42
Remote controlling a TV, cable box and satellite receiver ...............42
Using 
two or more Panasonic equipment  
(a 

mini component system, an AV amp etc.) ...............................42
Remote 
controlling a DVD recorder .............................................43
Remote 

controlling a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ...........................44
Entering 

a code to operate other equipment ..............................45
Playing an iPod on this unit ................................................. 47
Playing music recorded on iPod ..................................................47
Listening to the Radio ......................................................... 48
Preset tuning .................................................................................48 A
uto presetting .............................................................................48
Man

ual presetting .........................................................................48
Listening 

to preset stations (using the remote control) ..................48
Man

ual tuning ................................................................................49
T

uning directly using the numbered buttons ..................................49
Using 

the unit ................................................................................49
Using 

the remote control ...............................................................49
Reducing 

excessive noise ...........................................................49
FM 

frequency step ........................................................................49
Reference
Other information ................................................................ 50
Glossar
y ............................................................................... 52
Err

or messages .................................................................... 53
T

roubleshooting guide ........................................................ 54
Maintenance ......................................................................... 55
Specifications

 ...................................................................... 56
Limited 

Warranty (Only for the U.S.A.) ................................ 57
Limited 

Warranty (Only for Canada) ................................... 58
Pr

oduct Service ................................................................... 59
Before use
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Supplied accessories
1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00021)
1 Setup microphone 
(L0CBAB000128) 2 Batteries
1 Remote contr
 ol
(N2QAKB000069)
1 FM indoor antenna 
(RSA0007-M)
1 AM loop antenna 
(N1D

AAAA00002)
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of June 2008. These may be subject to change.)
Only for the U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 57.
Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
Control guide
This unit
WIRELESS READYSURROUND     M.ROOM
INPUT SELECTORVOLUME
+
_MULTI CH
PROCESSING TrueHD
D+
DTS-HD MULTI CH
LPCM BI-AMP
SETUP MIC AUXTUNE
RETURN
AUTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSURROUNDSPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
S VIDEO
VIDEOL  -  AUDIO  -  R
POWER
Lights on when BI-AMP is on (
➔ pa ge 51)
Lights on when playing a disc using 
high definition audio format such as 
Blu-ray Disc
Lights on when the following multi-
channel playback settings are used
•  When pla
ying multi-channel sources
•  When using surround eff ects for two-
channel sources, etc.
Standby indicator [ ^]
When the unit is connected to the 
household A
 C outlet, this indicator lights 
up in standby mode and goes out when 
the unit is turned on. 
Standby/on switch [POWER 8]
Press to s

witch the unit from on to 
standby mode or vice versa. In standby 
mode, the unit is still consuming a small 
amount of power. For switching the surround playback on 
and off (The indicator lights up when the 
surr

ound playback is on.) ( ➔ pa
 ge 29)
For connecting headphones 
( ➔  pa
 ge 41)
For connecting the setup microphone 
( ➔  pa
 ge 24)
For connecting a video camera etc.  
( ➔  pa
 ge 21) For selecting input 
sour

ces ( ➔ pa ges 15, 
26 and 41)
For adjusting v
olumes 
( ➔  pa
 ges 15, 26 and 
41)
For tuning the radio 
( ➔  pa
 ge 49)
For SETUP operations 
( ➔  pa
 ge 36)
Lights on during the 
auto speaker setup  
( ➔  pa
 ge 24)
For selecting front 
speakers ( ➔ pa
 ges 24, 
26 and 27)
Display
Lights up under the condition that using the 
digital transmitter (SH-FX67) is possible
Lights on when playing a disc using 
multi-channel LPCM format
1 Front terminal cover 
(RGK2137A-K)
AB
2CH MIX
SPEAKERSBI-WIRE
TUNEDMONO
SLEEP
STPCMDTS 96/24DTS-ES
DIGITAL EX EX
MDIGITAL  INPUT
kHzMHz
ft
Lights on when 
2-channel mix is 
functioning  
(➔  pa ges 27, 41 
and 51)
Unit display
Radio display
Lights on when the 
corresponding digital 
sour
ce is input ( ➔ pa ge 50)
Frequency unit indicators
General display
Displays front speakers in use 
(
➔  pa
 ges 15, 24, 26 and 27)
Lights on when 
sleep timer is set 
(
➔  pa
 ge 37)Lights on when PCM FIX is selected 
(➔  pa ge 39)
(Canada only)
The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the front and back sides of the unit.
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Rear Panel
Remote control
Batteries
Press on the tab to open.
•  Insert so the poles (( and 
)) match those in the 
remote control.
• 
Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
•  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.
Use
WIRELESS READYSURROUND     M.ROOM
INPUT SELECTORVOLUME
+
_DTS-HD MULTI CH
LPCM BI-AMP
AUXTUNE
RETURN
AUTO SPEAKER SETUP-SETUP OKSPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
S VIDEO
VIDEOL  -  AUDIO  -  R
About 7 meters (23 feet) or less 
when you sit directly in front of 
the signal sensor (Exact distance 
depends on angles).
Remote control signal sensor
Transmission window
Caution
•  Do not place an object betw een the signal 
sensor and the remote control.
•  Do not place the signal sensor under direct  sunlight or the strong light of an in
 verter 
fluorescent lamp.
•  K
eep the transmission window and the unit’s  sensor free from dust.
  When you set the unit in a cabinet
  The remote controlling range may decrease 
depending 
on the thickness or colors of glass 
cabinet 
doors.
Supplied accessories / Control guide
Before use
ONETOTTUCHPLALLAYYYAAONE  TOUCH  PLAY
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
TOPMENUFUNCTIONS
0
AV
SYSTEM
TVRECORDERDVD
BD/DVDPLAYER
CABLE
ANALOG 8CHSAT
OPTIONPORT
FM/AM
CH
VOL
SKIP
SEARCH/SLOW
STOPPAUSEPLAY
DRIVE 
SELECT MUTING
OK
RETURN
OFFSURROUNDSOUNDTV
VOLNEO : 6
SFCMUSICMOVIE
MENUDISPLAY
DISC
DIRECT
TUNING
TEST AUTO
 SETUP
INPUT
SELECTOR
ENTER
SUB MENUS
TV/VIDEO
Power button
For selecting input 
sour

ces ( ➔ pages 26 
and 41)
For inputting c

hannels
   TV, cable box and satellite  receiver ( ➔ pa
 ge 42)
   DVD recorder   (➔  pa
 ge 43)
 
 Radio ( ➔ pa ge 48)
For selecting a trac k or 
chapter
   DVD recorder ( ➔ pa
 ge 43)
    Blu-ray Disc/DVD player   (➔  pa
 ge 44)
For inputting frequencies  
( ➔  pa
 ge 49)
F
or confirming speaker 
output ( ➔ pa
 ge 14)/For auto 
speaker setup ( ➔ pa ges 
24 and 25)/For adjusting 
speaker le vel ( ➔  page 31)
For listening to surr
ound 
sounds ( ➔ pa
 ges 28 to 30) For switching an input 
source on and off/
Source switching/
Switching remote control 
modes ( ➔ pa
 ges 42 to 46)
For pla
ying 8 channels 
sources ( ➔ pa
 ge 27)
For selecting a channel
TV, cable box and satellite 
receiver ( ➔ pa ge 42)
DVD recorder ( ➔ pa ge 43)Radio (
➔ pa ge 48)
For adjusting v
olumes
( ➔  pa
 ges 14, 15, 26 and 
41)
For silencing speaker
s 
temporarily ( ➔ pa
 ge 31)
For operating other 
equipment 
( ➔  pa
 ges 33 and 42 to 44)
For operating SOUND 
MENU ( ➔ pages 34 and 
35)/SETUP ( ➔ page 36)
For operating a 

TV  
( ➔  pa
 ge 42)
For selecting SOUND 
MENU (
➔ pages 34 and 
35)
For c

hanging the display 
( ➔  pa
 ges 31 and 48)
For playing an iPod ( ➔ 
pa

ge 47)/For entering 
SETUP menu items  
( ➔  pa
 ge 36)
For switching FM or  
AM ( ➔ pa
 ges 48 and 49)
BI-WIRELF
HFLRFRONT A
FRONT BCENTER
SURROUND SURROUND BACK
OUT
IN IN
CDBD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN DVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAME TV
AUDIO
SURROUND  BACKSURROUNDFRONTSUBWOOFER
OUT IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
HDMI 3
FRONT A FRONT BCENTER
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEOCOMPONENT VIDEO
L
RININ IN
INAC  IN~
OUT
IN
INOUT
OUTIN IN IN
INTV MONITORTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/(BD/DVD PLAYER)(DVD RECORDER)(CABLE/SAT)1 2 3DIGITAL IN(DVD RECORDER)(BD/DVD PLAYER)(TV)
(CD)OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 OPTICAL 3 COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN IN INTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/
OUT
CENTER
ININFM ANT
AM ANT
OPTION V.1LOOPEXT
DC OUT/SORTIE C.C.     5V 500mA MAX75Ω
RLRRLL
LOOP ANT GND
VIDEO SPEAKERS  HAUT-PARLEURS Class2 wiring A OR B/BI-WIRE : 4-8 Ω
 / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) A AND B : 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQ UE)
Speaker terminals (
➔ pa ges 10, 11 and 22)HDMI terminals (
➔ pa ges 12, 13, 16 and 32)S video terminals (
➔ pa ges 18 and 21)
Digital input terminals 
( ➔  pages 12, 13, 16 
to 20 and 32)
Option por

t terminal  
( ➔  pa
 ge 47)
A
C inlet  
( ➔  pa
 ge 12) Exhaust hole 
(Cooling fan) Component Video 
terminals (
➔ pa ge 19) Video terminals  
(
➔  pa ges 17 and 
21) Antenna terminal 
(
➔  pa ge 23) Digital transmitter 
terminal 
(
➔  pa
 ge 23)
Audio terminals  
( ➔  pa
 ges 11, 16 to 
21)
(R6/LR6, AA) 
Place this side in before the other side 
when you close. 
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Quick guide
This section guides you through the easiest and simplest way to setup the Home Theater.
Refer to the steps indicated below. The steps 1 to 4 indicate the method one by one from when you purchase 
the unit until you can enjoy the Home Theater.
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
• Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
• To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions.
Step
1
Placing speakers (➔  pa ge 9)
You can enjoy the best sound quality by 
setting speakers properly.
Step
2
Connecting speakers (
➔  pa ges 10 and 11)
You can install and connect speakers in 
7.1ch setting.
Step
3
Connecting a TV and a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player 
(
➔  pa ges 12 and 13)
You can easily enjoy high-quality pictures 
and sounds.
Step
4
Watching TV or DVD (
➔  pa ges 14 and 15)
You can enjoy TV and DVD with surround 
sound.
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							Quick guide
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Step
1Placing speakers
5.1, 6.1, 7.1 etc. channel playback is possible on this unit. This page introduces speaker settings for 7.1 channel 
playback.
The ideal placement is to set each speaker (excluding the subwoofer) the same distance away from the listening-viewing 
position.
Measure the actual distance from each of the connected speak
ers to the listening-viewing position and perform steps 
instructed in “Setting distances” (
➔ page 37) or perform steps instructed in “Auto speaker setup using the setup 
microphone” (
➔ pages 24 and 25) when you cannot install speakers the same distance away.
Example:  Front speakers (2), center speaker (1), surround speakers (2), surround back speakers (2) and  subwoofer (1) 
A – H in the illustration below correspond to A – H in “Connecting speakers” (➔ pages 10 and 11).
BFront speaker (left) C
Center speaker
AFront speaker (right)
E
Surround speaker (left) D
Surround speaker (right)
F
Surround back speaker 
(right)
G
Surround back speaker (left)
H
Active 
subwoofer
Front speakers ( A
 right,  B left)
Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is good coherency between the picture and sound.
C  Center speaker 
Place underneath or above the center of the TV. 
When you do not install the center speaker, sound assigned to it is distributed to front speakers and output from them.
Surround speakers ( D right,  E left)
Place on the side of or slightly behind the listening-viewing position. 
When you do not install surround speakers, sound assigned to them is distributed to front speakers and output from them.
Surround back speakers ( F right,  G left)
Place behind the listening-viewing position, about 1 meter (3 feet) higher than ear level. 
When you do not install any surround back speaker, sound assigned to them is distributed to surround speakers or front speakers 
and output from them.
H  Active Subwoofer 
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable distance from the TV.
• Aim front faces of all speakers at the listening-viewing position for setting.
Placing speakers
Note
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Step
2Connecting speakers
Note
• Do not forget to take steps instructed in “Auto speaker setup using the setup microphone” (➔ pages 24 and 25) after connecting a 
new speaker.
• When connecting speakers with the impedance of 4  Ω, mak
 e sure to set “4 OHMS ” in “Setting the speaker impedance” on page 38.
BI-WIRELF
HFLFRONT A
FRONT BCENTER
SURROUND SURROUND BACK
OUT
IN IN
CDBD/DVD PLAYER / ANALOG 8CH IN DVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAME TV
AUDIO
SURROUND  BACKSURROUNDFRONTSUBWOOFER
OUT IN
IN
IN
(DVD RECORDER) (BD/DVD PLAYER)
(CABLE/SAT)
HDMI 1 HDMI  2
HDMI 3
FRONT ACENTER
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK
S VIDEOCOMPONENT VIDEO
L
RININ IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
OUTIN IN IN
INTV MONITORTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/(BD/DVD PLAYER)(DVD RECORDER)(CABLE/SAT)1 23DIGITAL IN(DVD RECORDER)(BD/DVD PLAYER)(TV)
(CD)OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 OPTICAL 3 COAXIAL
SUBWOOFER
Y
P
B
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN IN INTV MONITORDVD RECORDERVCRCABLE/SATGAMEDVD PLAYERBD/
OUT
CENTER
ININFM ANT
AM ANT
LOOPEXT
75Ω
RLRRRLL
LOOP ANT GND
VIDEO
AC  IN~
OPTION V.1DC OUT/SORTIE C.C. 5V 500mA MAX
 SPEAKERS  HAUT-PARLEURS Class2 wiring A OR B/BI-WIRE : 4-8 Ω
 / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) A AND B : 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQUE) 6-8 Ω / EACH SPEAKER (CHAQ UE)
FRONT B
AFront speaker (right)
BFront speaker (left)
C
Center speaker
How to connect speaker cables
 1  
Remove the vinyl 
covering the tips of 
speaker cables by 
twisting it off.
2  
Speaker terminals• Connect speaker cables properly to 
terminals after making sure left and right, 
and  ( and 
).
  Improper connections may 
cause the unit to develop problems.
• Do not short-circuit speaker cables. The  action may damage circuits.
CENTERCENTERLFLRFRONT AFRONT ABI-WIRE
Rear panel
Note
Speaker impedance
Front A:   4 to 8  Ω
Center:

    6 to 8  Ω
Surr

ound:   6 to 8  Ω
Surr

ound back:  6 to 8  Ω
If using 4-mm plug
Turn speaker terminals 
clockwise and tighten them 
before inserting plugs into their 
holes.
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