Panasonic Av Control Receiver Sa-xr700 Operating Instructions

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. 
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely. 
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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”.
If you have any questions, contact
1-800-211-PANA (7262) in the U.S.A. or 1-800-561-5505 in 
Canada.
For the U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 50.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 51.
Operating Instructions
AV Control Receiver
Model No. SA-XR700 
						

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) 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.
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.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
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.
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
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Enjoying the Home Theater has become easy!
Supplied accessories
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(Product numbers correct as of July 2006. These may be subject to change.)
Only for the U.S.A.: to order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 50.
Only for Canada: to order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
AB
Connections
Settings
Playback
Until now...Until now...Until now...
With SA-XR700!With SA-XR700!With SA-XR700!
With SA-XR700!
With SA-XR700!With SA-XR700!
With SA-XR700!
With SA-XR700!With SA-XR700!
Until now...Until now...Until now...
Until now...
Until now...Until now...
Many different 
cables were 
necessary
Previous Home Theater systems required multiple  
operations.
Manual setting for 
each speaker
We must 
make speaker 
settings...
It’s 
difficult.
Remote control 
operations for 
surround playback
The 
Home 
Theater 
begins.
One-touch 
playback
Automatic setting 
with simple 
operations!
It’s easy.
Ez Sync   HDAVI ControlTM
Press just one button and enjoy the Home Theater. (➡ page 13) Other connections 
are also possible. ∗
Speakers provide surround 
sound when you just play 
DVDs or receive TV 
broadcast. (➡ page 12)
Speakers are set 
with just one press. 
(➡ page 10)
Simple connections using 
HDMI cables. (➡ page 7)
How can we get 
sound from speakers 
behind us?
When you connect the unit to your TV (VIERA) and DVD 
recorder (DIGA) compatible with Ez Sync    HDAVI ControlTM
1 AC power supply cord 
(K2CB2CB00018)1 Setup microphone 
(L0CBAB000123)1 FM indoor antenna 
(RSA0006-L)1 AM loop antenna 
(RSA0037)1 Remote control
(EUR7662YR0) 2 Batteries
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Before use
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Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................ 2
Enjoying the Home Theater has become easy! .................. 3
Supplied accessories ............................................................ 3
Control guide ......................................................................... 5
Connections
Connecting cables to video and audio terminals 
(to use the TV, DVD recorder, DVD player, VCR) ............................ 14
Connecting cables to S video and audio terminals 
(to use the TV, DVD recorder, DVD player) ..................................... 15
Connecting cables to component and audio terminals (to use the TV and DVD recorder)... 16
Other connections
To enjoy TV with surround sound .......................................... 17
To connect a DVD recorder with built-in VCR ........................ 17
To enjoy analog sounds ......................................................... 18
To enjoy high-quality analog sounds using DVD-Audio discs 
(DVD analog 6-channel connections).................................... 18
To connect the unit to a cable box or satellite receiver etc. ... 19
To connect the unit to a CD player......................................... 19
To connect the unit to a video camera or game player etc......... 19
Connecting speakers
To connect bi-wire speakers .................................................. 20
Making bi-wire setting............................................................ 20
To connect a second pair of front speakers ........................... 21
Making surround speakers wireless with SH-FX50/SH-FX60.... 21
Sending audio to another room with SH-FX80 ...................... 22
Making MULTI ROOM setting ................................................ 22
Connecting antennas .......................................................... 23
Connecting XM Connect & Play antenna or XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock...... 23
Auto speaker setup using the setup microphone ...24
Enjoying the Home Theater .......................................26
Using SPEAKERS B ............................................................. 27
MULTI ROOM ........................................................................ 27
ADVANCED DUAL AMP ........................................................ 27
BI-AMP .................................................................................. 27
Playing DVD-Audio (Enjoying DVD-Audio sources through digital connections/
Playing DVD ANALOG 6CH/Enjoying high quality 2-channel analog sounds)
.... 27
Listening to surround sound
Dolby Pro Logic  /NEO:6/SFC (Sound Field Control).... 28
Remote controlling sound effects/convenient functions
Adjusting Dolby Pro Logic  ’s “MUSIC ” mode ................... 30Adjusting NEO:6’s “MUSIC
 ” mode ........................................30
Adjusting SFC (Sound Field Control) .....................................30
Adjusting speaker volumes ....................................................31
Adjusting the subwoofer level .................................................31
Silencing speakers temporarily ..............................................31
Dimming the display light (Dimmer) .......................................31
Sound effects/Convenient functions
How to set up........................................................................32
Adjusting the bass ..................................................................33
Adjusting the treble ................................................................33
Balancing front speaker volumes ...........................................33
Changing the audio output (Dual program) ............................ 33
Adjusting the brightness of the display...................................33
Sleep timer .............................................................................33
Settings
How to set up........................................................................34
Setting speakers and their sizes ............................................35
Setting distances ....................................................................35
Setting the lowpass filter ........................................................35
Changing auto speaker settings (To return speakers to factory settings/
Setting the unit against automatic polarity adjustment)
......................36
Making BI-AMP settings (Canceling BI-AMP (using the triple amp mode)/
Adjusting the balance/Correcting the HF and LF difference)
...............36
Setting ADVANCED DUAL AMP off .......................................36
Changing the digital input settings .........................................37
Setting input signals ...............................................................37
Reducing standby power consumption (power saving standby mode)... 37
Setting the unit against Ez Sync HDAVI Control ....................37
Listening clearly at low volume ..............................................38
Switching the attenuator.........................................................38
Adjusting audio timing to video timing ....................................38
RESET (factory settings)........................................................38
Using headphones .....................................................38
Audio signals and amp mechanism .........................39
The radio
Manual tuning .......................................................................40
Preset tuning ........................................................................41
Presetting stations..................................................................41
Listening to preset stations ....................................................41
Reducing excessive noise ......................................................41
XM® Satellite Radio
Displaying the XM Satellite Radio ID .....................................42
Positioning the antenna for optimal reception ........................42
Selecting XM channels by direct entry ..............................43
Selecting XM channels by category ...................................43
Displaying the XM channel information ..................................43
Preset tuning ........................................................................44
Presetting your favorite XM channels.....................................44
Selecting the channel presets ................................................44
XM advisory messages ..........................................................44
Remote controlling a TV or DVD recorder etc.
Remote controlling a TV ......................................................45
Remote controlling a DVD recorder ...................................45
Remote controlling a VCR ...................................................46
Remote controlling a DVD player........................................46
Remote controlling a CD player ..........................................47
Using two or more Panasonic equipment (a mini component system, an AV amp etc.).....47
Entering a code to operate other equipment ..........................47
Troubleshooting guide.........................................................48
Help message .......................................................................49
Specifications .......................................................................49
Limited Warranty (Only for the U.S.A.) ............................... 50
Limited Warranty (Only for Canada) ...................................51
Maintenance ......................................................................... 51
Product Service  ...................................................................52
Listening caution .................................................................52
Before use
Quick guide
Connect a TV and a DVD recorder/DVD player 
using HDMI cables ................................................. 7
Connect speakers................................................... 8
Set speakers and test speaker output
Detecting speakers automatically................................. 10
Testing speaker output .................................................. 11
Watch DVDs or TV ................................................ 12
Control with HDMI (Ez Sync™ HDAVI Control)
Enjoying the Home Theater through one-touch operations...... 13
Preparations
Basic operations
Operations
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
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Control guide
This unit
Display
Remote control
Batteries
• Insert so the poles (( and )) match those in the
remote control.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
Use
Caution
• Do not place an object between the signal sensor 
and the remote control.
• Do not place the signal sensor under direct sunlight 
or the strong light of an inverter fluorescent lamp.
• Keep 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.
W-MENU/-SETUPENTER
 INPUT SELECTOR  VOLUME
 BI-AMP SURROUND
 SURROUND SPEAKERSAUTO DETECTOR -MULTI ROOM TUNE AUX
 ADVANCED DUAL AMP POWER WIRELESS READY AUTO SPEAKER SETUP
SETUP MIC
 HDMI MULTI ROOM
RETURN SURROUND SPEAKERSENTER-MENU/-SETUPAUTO DETECTOR -MULTI ROOMRETURNTUNESETUP MICW AUXS VIDEOVIDEOL-AUDIO-R
Lights on when ADVANCED DUAL AMP is on (á page 27)
Lights on when BI-AMP is on (á page 27)
For connecting a video 
camera etc. (á page 19) For connecting headphones 
(á page 38) For adjusting volumes 
(á pages 12 and 26)
For MENU operations 
(á pages 32, 33, 41 and 44)For SETUP operations (á pages 20, 22, 34 to 38 and 47)
Lights on during surround playback (á pages 12 and 26)
Standby indicator (^)
When the unit is connected to
the household AC outlet, this
indicator lights up in standby
mode and goes out when the
unit is turned on. 
[8, POWER]
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.
For tuning the radio and selecting 
preset stations  (á pages 40 to 44)
For switching the surround function 
on and off (á pages 12 and 26)
For selecting front speakers 
(á pages 11, 12, 24, 26 and 27)
For detecting speakers 
automatically (á page 10)For connecting the setup 
microphone (á page 24)
For selecting input sources
(á pages 12 and 26)
Lights on when the digital transceiver is in (á page 21)
Lights on during the auto 
speaker setup (á page 24)
Lights on while 
communicating through 
HDMI connections 
(á page 12) Lights on during MULTI ROOM playback (á page 27)
AB
2CH MIX
SPEAKERSBI-WIRE
TUNEDMONO STSLEEPPCMinftDTS 96/24DTS-ES
DIGITAL EXEX
MDIGITAL  INPUT
kHzMHz
Lights on when
2-channel mix is
functioningUnit display Lights on when PCM FIX is selected
General displa
yFrequency unit indicatorsInput signals (digital audio)
(á page 39) Radio display Sleep timer indicator
Displays front speakers in use
ONETOUCHPLAY
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
TOPMENUFUNCTIONS
0
RECEIVERAV
SYSTEM
TVRECORDERDV D
BD/DVDPLAYER
ANALOG 6CHVCR CD TUNERBAND
CH
VOLUME
DISC
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSEPLAY
DRIVE SELECTCM SKIP
ENTER
SUB MENU RETURN
OFFSUBWOOFERTV
LEVELEFFECTVOL
NEO : 6
SFCMUSIC MOVIETESTMUTING TV/VIDEO DIMMER
XM DISPLAY
ENTER DIRECT
TUNING
XM CATXM CH
 AUTO
Power buttonFor switching an input 
source on and off/
Source switching/
Switching remote control 
modes (á pages 45 to 47)
For selecting a channel
TV (á page 45)
DVD recorder (á page 45)
VCR (á page 46)
TUNER 
(á pages 41 and 44)
For adjusting volumes
 (á pages 13 and 31)
For operating other 
equipment 
(á pages 13 and 45 to 47)
For confirming speaker 
output (á page 11)/
For auto speaker setup 
using the setup microphone 
(á page 24)/
For adjusting speaker 
volumes (á page 31) For listening to surround 
sounds (á pages 28 to 30)For playing DVD-Audio 
sources on 6 channels 
(á page 27)
For inputting channels
TV (á page 45)
DVD recorder (á page 45)
VCR (á page 46)
For selecting a track or 
chapter
DVD recorder (á page 45)
DVD player (á page 46)
For selecting a track
CD player (á page 47)
For inputting the station 
frequency/
For selecting a channel
TUNER (á pages 40 to 44)
For dimming the display 
light (á page 31) For selecting tuner/
For switching FM, AM or XM 
(á pages 40, 42 and 43)
For silencing speakers 
temporarily (á page 31)
For adjusting the subwoofer 
level (á page 31)
(R6/LR6, AA) 
Press on the tab to open.
Place this side in before the other side
when you close.
 
	~MENU/- SETUPENTER SURROUND SPEAKERSAUTO DETECTOR MULTI ROOM TUNE AUX
 INPUT SELECTOR 
 BI-AMP SURROUND ADVANCED DUAL AMP POWER WIRELESS READY AUTO SPEA MULTI ROOM
Remote control signal sensor
About 7 meters (23 feet) or less 
when you sit directly in front of 
the signal sensor (Exact 
distance depends on angles).
Transmission window
Table of contents/Control guide
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Quick guide
This section introduces basic connection, setting and playback methods for enjoying 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.
Using HDMI connections, you can easily
enjoy high-quality pictures and sounds.
To make HDMI connections, you need an HDMI terminal on both
your TV and DVD recorder (DVD player).
When one of the two or both equipment lacks an HDMI terminal:
You can connect cables to S video terminals (
á page 15).
You can connect cables to component terminals (
á page 16).
You can connect cables to video terminals (in the absence of
component or S video terminals) (
á page 14).
You install and connect speakers in this step.
Using automatic speaker detection, you can
easily set speakers.
After speakers are set, you can confirm audio output using the test
signal.
You can enjoy DVDs with surround sound.
Step
1
Connect a TV and a DVD recorder/DVD player using HDMI cables (á page 7)
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Step
3
Watch DVDs or TV (á page 12)
Step
4
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Connect a TV and a DVD recorder/DVD player using HDMI cables
Connection cable (All cables are sold separately)
.
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface.
• The HDMI cable enables you to transmit digital audio and video signals using a single cable. You can also transmit control signals
using HDMI connections.
• The unit complies with CPPM
∗1. It can digitally transmit surround sound in DVD-Audio sources.
∗1 Content Protection for Prerecorded Media (CPPM): This copyright protection technology prevents copying of DVD-Audio files.
• We recommend using Panasonic cables 5.0 meters long or shorter for enjoying 1125p
∗2 (1080p) pictures. They prevent picture
degradation.
∗2 1125p (1080p): a progressive (non-interlace) scanning system that sends 1,125 scan lines every 1/60 second.
• The audio signal transmitted through HDMI takes priority when you use both HDMI and digital terminals (á pages 14 to 17) for
connection.
Video and Audio cableAudio cable
HDMI Cable (It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.)
[Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m) etc.]
Optical fiber cable
When the HDMI terminal does not exist on your TV, DVD recorder (DVD player) or both
You can connect cables to S video terminals.See page 15.
Move on to “Connect speakers” 
(á page 8) in the Quick guide. You can connect cables to component terminals.See page 16.
You can connect cables to video terminals.See page 14.
Step
1
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S VIDEOVIDEO
L
R
CD DVD 6CH 

SUBWOOFERBD/DVD/ VCR TV/STB
FRONTçAFRON
Y
TV MONITOR OUT DVD REP
BPRSPEAKERS    (6™
COMPO
Y RL R
BI-WIRE LF HF
AUD IO
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
(BD/
DVD PLAYER) (DVD RECODER)(TV/STB)OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2COAXIAL1 COAXIAL2
XM
(BD/DVD PLAYER) INOUT
OUT
OUT IN IN
IN IN IN INOUTSUBWOOFER SURROUNDFRONT
IN IN IN IN INTV/STB VCRDVD RECORDER
DVD RECORDER
DVD RECORDERTV MONITOR TV MONITORTV/STB
CENTERBD/
DVD PLAYER BD/
DVD PLAYER
(DVD RECORDER) IN
LOOPEXTGND LOOPGND LOOPGND 
AM ANT FM ANT
LOOP ANT
GND
TV
HDMI
(AV IN)
HDMI
(AV OUT)Rear panel
DVD player
(BD player)DIGITAL 
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
You need an optical fiber cable for enjoying TV
with surround sound.
See “To enjoy TV with surround sound” 
(á page 17) for making analog connections.
HDMI connection
The HDMI input terminal on the unit’s rear is made to specifications that presume connection of a DVD recorder/DVD player.
When other equipment is connected, sounds may not come out of the unit, or pictures shown on the equipment (TV) connected to
the HDMI output terminal may be disrupted.
In such cases, see page 19 and make connections other than HDMI.
DVD recorder HDMI
(AV OUT)
You can hear DVD sounds from speakers on the TV when you turn off the unit connected in the way shown above (standby
through function). This convenient function enables you to enjoy DVDs late at night.
Insert the cable after
making sure shapes
match.
How to connect the optical
fiber cable
Do not sharply bend the
optical fiber cable.
Note
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Connect speakers
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 speakers to the listening-viewing position and perform steps
instructed in “Setting distances” (á page 35) or perform steps instructed in “Auto speaker setup using the setup
microphone” (á page 24) when you cannot install speakers the same distance away.
Front speakers (left, right)
Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is good coherency between the picture and sound.
Center speaker 
Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the seating area.
When you do not install the center speaker, sound assigned to it is distributed to front speakers and output from them.
Surround speakers (left, right)
Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area. 
When you do not install surround speakers, sound assigned to them is distributed to front speakers and output from them.
Surround back speakers (left, right)
Place behind the seating area, 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.
Subwoofer 
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable distance from the TV.
How to connect speaker cables If using 4-mm plug
• Connect speaker cords 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 cords. The action
may damage circuits.Turn speaker terminals clockwise
and tighten them before inserting
plugs into their holes.
Step
2
Surround speaker (left)
Surround back speaker (left)Surround back speaker 
(right) Surround speaker (right) Front speaker (right) Center speaker
Front speaker (left)
Surround back speaker 
(one speaker only) Subwoofer
Example: Center speaker (1), front speakers (2), surround speakers (2), surround back speaker(s) 
(1 or 2) and subwoofer
This is a placement suited for playing 6.1-channel sources
(Dolby Digital Surround EX and DTS-ES materials).
This placement offers 7.1/6.1-channel playback of 2-channel
and 5.1-channel sources with the aid of Dolby Pro Logic  ,
NEO:6, and SFC technology.
12
Speaker terminals
Remove the vinyl
covering the tips
of speaker cords
by twisting it off.
Note
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Do not forget to take steps instructed in “Set speakers and test speaker output” (á page 10) or “Auto speaker setup using the setup
microphone” (á page 24) after connecting a new speaker.
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L
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CD DVD 6CH 

SUBWOOFERBD/DVD/ VCR TV/STB
FRONTçA FRONTçB CENTER SURROUNDSURROUND BACK
Y
TV MONITOR OUT TV / STB INDVD RECORDER IN PBPRSPEAKERS
COMPONENT VIDEO
HAUT-PARLEURSYYPBPRPBPR
AC  IN
RLRLRLR
BI-WIRE LF HF
AUD IO
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
(BD/
DVD PLAYER) (DVD RECODER)(TV/STB)OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2COAXIAL1 COAXIAL2
XM
(BD/DVD PLAYER) INOUT
OUT
OUT IN IN
IN IN IN INOUTSUBWOOFER SURROUNDFRONT
IN IN IN IN INTV/STB VCRDVD RECORDER
DVD RECORDER
DVD RECORDERTV MONITOR TV MONITORTV/STB
CENTERBD/
DVD PLAYER BD/
DVD PLAYER
(DVD RECORDER) IN
LOOPEXTGND LOOPGND LOOPGND 
AM ANT FM ANT
LOOP ANT
GND
Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Speaker impedance
Front A: 6 to 8 Ω 
Center:  6 to 8 Ω 
Surround:  6 to 8 Ω 
Surround back:  6 to 8 Ω 
Front speakers
(R)     (L)
Center 
speakerSurround speakers
(R)     (L)
Surround back 
speakers
(R)     (L)
Active subwooferSpeaker cable
Rear panel
Use the terminal for the left speaker when you
connect one surround back speaker only.
Monaural connection cable
AC power supply cord
(included)
Connect AC power supply cord after all other cables and
cords are connected.
• The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do
not use it with other equipment.
• Do not use an AC power supply cord from any other type of
equipment with this unit.
• The unit’s settings remain effective after the AC power supply cord
is removed from the household AC outlet.
Note
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Set speakers and test speaker output
The unit checks each speaker’s connection status and make speaker settings automatically.
• Automatic detection does not work well depending on speakers and cables.
Make speaker settings manually in such cases (
á page 35).
• These settings remain effective after the unit goes off.
•
The unit considers seven speakers and one subwoofer are connected to the unit (keeps factory settings) unless you perform these steps.
• Perform the above steps when you connect a new speaker.
Detecting speakers automatically
1
To turn the unit on
Press  • The standby indicator “^” goes off when
you turn the unit on.
2
To check the speaker 
presence
Press  simultaneously.
Automatic speaker detection starts.
“WARNING ” messages may appear on the display depending on detection results.
The right surround back speaker was detected, but the unit did not detect the left surround back
speaker. Use the terminal for the left speaker when you connect one surround back speaker only
(á page 9).
The unit did not detect left and right surround speakers.
Connect surround speakers as well when you connect surround back speakers to the unit.
The unit did not detect one of the two surround speakers.
Check speaker connections.
Step
3
W-MENU/-SETUPENTER
 INPUT SELECTOR  VOLUME
 BI-AMP SURROUND
 SURROUND SPEAKERSAUTO DETECTOR -MULTI ROOM TUNE AUX ADVANCED DUAL AMP POWER WIRELESS READY AUTO SPEAKER SETUP
SETUP MIC
 HDMI MULTI ROOM
RETURN SURROUND SPEAKERSENTER-MENU/-SETUPAUTO DETECTOR -MULTI ROOMRETURNTUNESETUP MICW AU XS VIDEOVIDEOL-AUDIO-R
ABSPEAKERS
AUTO DETECTOR 
 POWER
“   ”
ONETOUCHPLAY
DIRECTNAVIGATOR
TOPMENUFUNCTIONS
0
CH
VOLUME
DISC
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSEPLAY
DRIVE SELECTCM SKIP
ENTER
SUB MENU RETURN
OFFSUBWOOFERTV
LEVELEFFECTVOL
NEO : 6
SFCMUSIC MOVIETESTMUTING TV/VIDEO DIMMER
XM DISPLAY
ENTER DIRECT
TUNING
XM CATXM CH
 AUTO
8
 POWER
AB SPEAKERS
AUTO DETECTOR 
The unit checks the center speaker, surround
speakers, surround back speakers and the
subwoofer in that order. 
(The connection status for front speakers is always
present.)
The display shows the number of detected speakers
(excluding the subwoofer).
The display shows connected speakers.
When automatic detection is finished, the display
returns to the original. (e.g.)
L : Front left       C :  Center      R : Front right      S : Surround
SB : Surround back     W : Subwoofer
How speakers are displayed
Note