Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Bt230 Operating Instructions

TV
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Linked operations with 
the TV
(VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)
Preparation
1Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (>37). 
(The default setting is “On”.)
2Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected 
equipment (e.g., TV).
3Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and 
select this unit’s input channel on the connected TV so that 
the “HDAVI Control” function works properly.
Also when the connection or settings are changed, 
repeat this procedure.
∫Setting the audio link with the TV
With...

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All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control”, 
including this unit, automatically turns off when you switch the 
television off.
Playing music continuously even after turning off the TV
(When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) that 
supports HDAVI Control 2 or later.)
Select “Video” in “Power Off Link” (>37)
Only TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” or later
By using the TV remote control, you can play discs using the 
“Control Panel” and display the Top Menu or Pop-up Menu,...

TV Other devices
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Preparation≥Make sure that the “IPOD” source is selected. Press [iPod] to 
select the source.
≥To view photos/videos from the iPod/iPhone
Operate the iPod/iPhone menu to make the appropriate 
photo/video output settings for your TV. 
≥To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the 
appropriate video input mode.
To use the iPod touch/iPhone features
1Press the Home button on the iPod touch/iPhone.
2Select the iPod touch/iPhone features on the touch screen 
to operate....

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Advanced operations
Enjoying VIERA 
CAST
TM
You can access a selection of Internet services from the Home 
screen with VIERA CAST, for example YouTube, Picasa Web 
Albums. (Current as of December 2009)
Preparation≥Network connection (>17)
≥Network setting (>20)
1Press [VIERA CAST].
Message is displayed. Please read these instructions 
carefully and then press [OK].
2Press [3,4,2,1] to select the item and 
press [OK].
Operable buttons: 
[3,4,2,1], [OK], [RETURN], colored buttons, 
numbered...

Advanced operations
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Repeat Play
(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit’s 
display.)
Select the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed 
differ depending on the type of media.
Select “Off” to cancel.
Random
Select whether or not to play random.
Playback Information Window
Displays the following.
Press [RETURN] to exit.
Picture
Select the picture quality mode during play.
Detail Clarity
The picture is sharp and detailed.
Progressive
Select the method of conversion...

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Setup menu
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain 
intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
1Press [START] and press [3,4] to select 
“Other Functions” and press [OK].
2Press [3,4] to select “Setup” and press 
[OK].
3Press [3,4] to select the menu and press 
[OK].
4Press [3,4] to select the item and press 
[OK].
If there are any other items, repeat these steps.
5Press [3,4,2,1] to select the option and 
press [OK].
≥There may be differences in operation methods. If...

Advanced operations
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7.1ch Audio Reformatting
Surround sound with 6.1ch or less is automatically expanded 
and played back at 7.1ch.
≥If Off is selected, sound is played over the original number 
of channels (Note that in the case of 6.1ch audio, playback 
will be at 5.1ch.)
Audio reformatting is enabled in the following cases:
≥When you have selected “PCM” in “Digital Audio Output”.
≥When the audio is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby 
TrueHD or LPCM.
High Clarity Sound
When connected...

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TV Audio Input
Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link 
operations.
Network Easy Setting (>20)
Network Settings
Perform network-related settings individually.
Press [OK] to show the following settings.
(For units with PX printed on the packaging)
Off Timer
Select how long the unit remains on when it is not being used.
≥Effective only when “BD/DVD” or “SD” is selected as source.
Remote Control Code
Change the remote control code, when other Panasonic 
products react to this remote...

Advanced operations
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Delay time
For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the 
speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same 
distance from the seating position.
If either distance A or B is less than C (>below), find the 
difference in the relevant table and adjust the delay time to 
make up for the difference.
1Press [3,4,2,1] to select the distance 
box ( ) and press [OK].
e.g., 5.1ch setting
[BT730] [BT330] [BT230]
e.g., 7.1ch setting
2Press [3,4] to select the setting and...

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Optional speaker  settings
Speaker installation 
option
You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.
≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached 
should be capable of supporting 10 kg (22 lbs) per screw. 
Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the 
speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in 
damage to the wall and speakers.
≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using 
methods other than those described in this manual....