Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Btt196 Owners Manual

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∫ Signal Format
∫3D Picture Mode
∫Manual Settings 
∫Pop-Out Level 
(Only when “Full HD” is selected in “3D Type” (>33).)3D position for the Option menu or message 
screen etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback.
Setup menu
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The 
settings remain intact even if you switch the unit 
to standby.
Some items in the Setup menu are common to 
the Option menu. You can get the same effect 
with both menus.
About Multi User Mode
: Settings of the items with this indication are 
saved by the respective users registered in the 
Home menu.
Please refer to page 19 for details about user 
registration and switching.
1Press [HOME].
2Press [ 3,4, 2,1 ] to select “Others” and 
press [OK].
3Press [ 2,1 ] to select “Setup” and press 
[OK].
4Select an item and change the settings.
To exit the screen
Press [HOME].
∫ Picture Mode   (> 29)
∫Picture Adjustment   (> 29)
∫Chroma Process   (> 29)
∫Detail Clarity   (> 29)
∫Super Resolution   (> 29)
∫ HDMI Output
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
3D Settings
OriginalKeep original picture format.
Side by side3D picture format comprising of 
left and right screens.
2D to 3DConverts 2D pictures to 3D effect.
NormalPlay back pictures with normal 
3D effects.
SoftYou can enjoy 3D pictures with a 
feeling of broadness, holding 
back the depth perception.
ManualPlay back 3D pictures with 
settings of “Manual Settings”.
DistanceSet the amount of depth perception.
Screen TypeSelects how the screen appears 
during 3D playback (flat or round).
Frame WidthSet the amount of feathering at 
the edge of screen.
Frame ColorSet the color of feathering at the 
edge of screen.
Video
OKRETURN
Setup
System Ratings Network Language
3D Audio
Video
Seamless Play Still Mode (paused video)
HDMI Output Super Resolution
Detail Clarity
Chroma Process
Picture AdjustmentPicture Mode
On
Auto 1
0
Advanced Normal
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¾HDMI Resolution
The items supported by the connected devices are 
indicated on the screen as “¢”. When any item 
without “¢” is selected, the images may be distorted.
≥ If “Auto” is selected, the best suited output 
resolution to the connected television is 
automatically selected.
≥ To enjoy high-definition video up-converted to 
1080p, you need to connect the unit directly 
to 1080p compatible HDTV (High Definition 
Television). If this unit is connected to an 
HDTV through other equipment, the other 
equipment must also be 1080p compatible.
¾24p Output
When this unit is connected to a TV supporting 1080/
24p output using an HDMI cable, movies and other 
material recorded at 24p are output at 24p.
≥When playing DVD-Video, set to “On” and then set 
“24p” in “Video Settings” (>29) to “On”.≥When BD-Video images other than 24p are 
played, images are output at 60p.
≥24p: A progressive image recorded at a rate of 24 
frames per second (motion-picture film). Many 
BD-Video movie contents are recorded in 24 frames/
second in accordance with the film materials.
¾HDMI Color Mode
This setting is for selecting color-space 
conversion of the image signal when the unit is 
connected using an HDMI cable.
¾ Deep Color Output
This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep 
Color output when a television that supports 
Deep Color is connected.
¾ Contents Type Flag
Depending on the playback content, the TV will 
output adjusting to the optimal method when a 
TV that supports this function is connected.
∫ Still Mode (paused video)
Select the type of picture shown when you pause 
playback.
∫ Seamless Play
The chapter segments in playlists are played 
seamlessly.
≥ Select “On”, when the picture freezes for a 
moment at the chapters segment in playlists.
∫ Surround Effects   (> 30)
∫Sound Effects   ( >30)
∫ Dynamic Range Compression
You can listen at low volumes but still hear dialog 
clearly.
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby 
TrueHD only)
≥“Auto” is effective only when playing Dolby TrueHD.
∫ Digital Audio Output
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD
¾ DTS/DTS-HD
Select the audio signal to output.
≥Select “PCM”, when the connected equipment 
cannot decode the respec tive audio format. 
This unit decodes the audio format and 
transmits to the connected equipment.
≥Not making the proper settings may result in noise.
¾ BD-Video Secondary AudioSelect whether or not to mix the primary and 
secondary audio (including the button click sound).
If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only.
AutoAutomatically selects the type of 
picture shown.
FieldSelect if jittering occurs when “Auto” is 
selected.
FrameSelect if small text or fine patterns cannot 
be seen clearly when “Auto” is selected.
Audio
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¾ HDMI Audio Output
This setting selects whether or not to output 
audio from HDMI.
≥ Audio will be output through the systems 
speakers when “Off” is selected.
∫ Digital Audio Input
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ PCM-FIX
Selects the audio output from the devices 
connected to this unit.
≥ “On”: PCM is available.
≥“Off”: DTS, PCM and Dolby Digital are available.Select “On” if the sound is cut off intermittently.
∫ TV Audio Input
Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA 
Link operations.
∫ Downmix
Select the downmix system of multi-channel to 
2-channel sound.
≥ Select “Surround encoded” to enjoy the 
surround sound.
≥ There is no downmix effect on the bitstream 
audio signal.
≥ The audio will be output in “Stereo” in the 
following cases:
– AVCHD playback
– Dolby TrueHD playback
– Playback of secondary audio (including the 
button click sound).
∫ Audio Delay
Synchronization between picture and sound is corrected 
by adjusting the delay time of the audio output.
∫Speaker
Refer to page 36. ∫
3D BD-Video Playback
Select the playback method of 3D compatible 
video software.
∫ 3D AVCHD Output
Select the output method of 3D AVCHD videos.
∫ 3D Type
Select the format of the connected TV.
≥ Change the settings for 3D on the TV also when 
“Checker board” or “Side by side” is selected.
∫ 3D Playback Precautions
Set to display or hide the 3D viewing warning screen 
when playing back the 3D compatible video software.
∫Manual Settings  (> 31)
∫Pop-Out Level   ( > 31)
∫ Audio Language
Choose the language for audio.
≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of 
each disc will be selected.
≥ Enter a code ( >46) when you select “Other 
¢¢¢¢ ”.
∫Subtitle Language
Choose the language for the subtitle.
≥ If “Auto” is selected and the language selected 
for “Audio Language” is not available, subtitles 
of that language will automatically appear if 
available on that disc.
≥ Enter a code ( >46) when you select “Other 
¢¢¢¢ ”.
3D
Language
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∫Menu Language
Choose the language for the disc menus.
≥ Enter a code ( >46) when you select “Other 
¢¢¢¢ ”.
∫Subtitle Text
Select a suitable item according to the language 
used for MKV subtitles text.
≥This item is displayed only after playing back a file.
∫ On-screen Language
Choose the language for menus and on-screen 
messages.
∫ Easy Network Setting ( >15)
∫Network Settings
Perform network-related settings individually.
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ LAN Connection Mode
Select the LAN connection method.
¾ Wireless Settings
This allows the wireless router and connection 
settings to be set. Current connection settings 
and connection state can be checked.
Connection Setting
The wireless router connection wizard will be displayed.
Double Speed Mode Setting (2.4GHz)
When a 2.4 GHz wireless format is used, this 
sets the connection speed.
≥If you connect using the “Double Speed Mode 
(40MHz)”, 2 channels use the same frequency 
band, and there is consequently a greater risk of 
reception interference. This can cause the 
connection speed to drop or become unstable.
¾ IP Address/DNS SettingsThis is for checking the state of the network connection 
and setting the IP address and DNS-related.
Press [OK] to show the respective setting.
¾Proxy Server Settings
This is for checking the state of connection with 
the Proxy server and performing settings.
Press [OK] to show the respective setting.
¾ Network Service Settings ( >26) 
(VIERA Connect)
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
Audio Auto Gain ControlVolume that is different depending on the contents 
is adjusted automatically to the standard volume 
while using the VIERA Connect.
≥ Depending on contents, this function effect 
will not work.
≥ Select “Off” when the audio is warped.
Time Zone
By selecting the time zone, it is possible to set 
the unit’s time to match your location.
≥Some VIERA Connect contents require the time 
zone to be set. Set the time zone if necessary.
DST
Select “On” when using Daylight Saving time.
¾Network Drive Connection
It is possible to access the shared folder of 
equipment not compatible with DLNA, such as 
the Windows XP operating system, and play 
back video, still pictures, and music on this unit.
For the setting and operation method of connected 
equipment, refer to the following Website. 
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
¾ Remote Device Settings ( >27)
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
Remote Device Operation
Enable to operate by DMC.
≥If “On” is selected, “Quick Start” is fixed to “On”.
Setting Unit Name
Set the name of this unit to be displayed on 
the connected equipment.
≥ [BTT196] [BTT195]  : With the default setting, 
the unit name will be displayed as 
“SC-BTT195”.
Network
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Registration Type
Remote Device List
Registering/deregistering of the displayed 
equipment can be performed when “Manual” 
in “Registration Type” is selected.
¾ BD-Live Internet Access ( >21)
You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live 
functions are used.
≥ If “Allow (Limited)” is selected, Internet 
access is permitted only for BD-Live contents 
which have content ow ner certificates.
The following items use the same password.
Don’t forget your password.
∫DVD-Video Ratings
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video play.
∫ BD-Video Ratings
Set an age limit of BD-Video play.
∫ Network Service Lock
You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect.
∫ Easy Setting
You can execute basic settings.
∫ Display Settings
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ TV Aspect
Set to match the type of television connected.
When connected to a 4:3 aspect television and 
playing 16:9 ratio image:
When connected to a 16:9 widescreen 
television and playing 4:3 ratio image:
¾ Screen Saver Function
This is to prevent burn-in on the screen.
≥ When this is set to “On”:
If a list of playback content is displayed and there 
is no operation for 10 minutes or more, the screen 
switches to HOME menu automatically.
≥While playing and pausing, etc., this function 
is not available.
¾Status Messages
Choose whether to show status messages 
automatically.
¾ VIERA Link
Set to use “HDAVI Control” function when 
connected via HDMI cable to a device that 
supports “HDAVI Control”.
≥ Select “Off” when you do not want to use 
“HDAVI Control”.
Power Off link
Select the desired power off link setting of this unit 
for VIERA Link operation (>23). (This works 
depending on the settings of the connected VIERA 
Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment.)
Video/Audio:
When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn 
off automatically.
Video:
When playing back audio only content, the 
unit will not turn off automatically.
AutoAllow connection to all the 
equipment that is accessing this unit.
ManualSet the permission of the connection 
individually for the equipment that is 
accessing this unit.
Ratings
System
4:3
The sides are cut off 
so the picture fills 
the screen. When 
playing BD-Video, 
video is output as “4:3 Letterbox”.
4:3 
LetterboxBlack bands appear 
at the top and bottom 
of the picture.
16:9Video is displayed as a 4:3 ratio 
image in the center of the 
screen.
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∫Unit Settings
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ Front Panel Display
Changes the brightness of the unit’s display.
≥ If “Auto” is selected, the display is set to bright 
and only dimmed during playback.
¾Edit User Information
Change the user information registered in the 
Home menu.
∫ Quick Start
Speed of startup from power off is increased.
≥ When set to “On”, the internal control unit will be 
powered and the idle power consumption will 
increase compared to when set to “Off”. (About 
the power consumption  >45)
∫ Remote Control Code
Change the remote control code if other 
Panasonic products react to this remote control.
∫ Firmware Update ( >16)
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ Automatic Update CheckWhen this equipment remains connected to the Internet, 
it will check for the latest firmware version when it is 
turned on and you can update it if necessary.
¾Update Now
You can update the firmware manually if a 
firmware update is available.
∫ System Information
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ License
Information about the software used by this unit 
is displayed.
¾ Firmware Version Information
Display firmware version of this unit and 
wireless LAN module.
∫ Restore Default Settings
This returns all values in the Setup menu and the 
Option menu to the default settings, except for 
some settings of network, ratings, remote control 
code, language, etc.
A Volume (Channel balance)
B Delay time for the Center speaker
C Delay time for the Surround speakers
∫Adjusting speaker level
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
1 Select “Test” and press [OK].
A test signal is output.
2 While listening to the test signal Press [ 3,4] to adjust the volume of each 
speaker ( ).
The volume can be adjusted between  r6 dB 
to  s6 dB.
≥ Set each speaker level according to the 
volume of the Front (L) and Front (R) 
speaker volume respectively.
3 Press [OK].
The test signal stops.
Speaker settings
0
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0.0
0.0ms
CompleteTe s t
LS R
L
RS
dB
dB
dB
msC
0dBSW
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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 1  or 2  is less than  3, 
measure the distance and adjust the time to make 
up for the difference (see the table below).
1  2  3 : Primary listening distance
A Actual speaker position
B Ideal speaker position
1 Press [ 3,4 ,2, 1] to select the distance 
box ( ) and press [OK].
2 Press [ 3,4 ] to select the setting and 
press [OK].
Delay time for the Center speaker Subtract the distance  1 from  3
Delay time for the Surround speakers Subtract the distance  2 from  3
To finish the speaker settingPress [ 3,4 ,2, 1] to select “Complete” and 
press [OK].
Enjoying sound effects 
from all speakers
For more details on each setting, refer to “Audio 
Settings” on the Option menu (>30)
1 Press [SURROUND].
2 Press [ 3,4] to select “MULTI CH SOURCE” 
or “2CH SOURCE”, and then press [OK].
e.g.,
3While the selected mode is displayed
Press [3,4] to select the desired setting. (>30)
∫ Adjusting speaker level during 
play
1 Press [CH SELECT] to activate the speaker 
setting mode.
2 Press [CH SELECT] several times to select 
the speaker.
≥Press [ 2,1] to adjust the balance of 
the front speakers.
3Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust 
the speaker level for each speaker. 
s 6 dB to  r6 dB
1 Press [SOUND].
2Press [3,4] to select “2CH SOURCE” or 
“ ALL SOURCE”, and then press [OK].
e.g.,
3 While the selected mode is displayed
Press [ 3,4] to select the desired setting and 
press [OK]. 
Repeat this procedure if necessary. ( >30)
	≥The sound effects/modes may not be available or have no 
effect with some sources.
≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when 
these sound effects/modes are used with some sources. If 
this occurs, turn the sound effects/modes off.
Distance  (Approx.)Setting
34 cm (1 ft. 1 in.)1.0 ms
68 cm (2 ft. 2 in.)2.0 ms
102 cm (3 ft. 4 in.)3.0 ms
136 cm (4 ft. 5 in.)4.0 ms
170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.)5.0 ms
Distance  (Approx.)Setting
170 cm (5 ft. 6 in.)5.0 ms
340cm (11ft. 1in.)10.0 ms
510 cm (16 ft. 8 in.)15.0 ms
: 
: 
L
LS
R
SW
C
RS
C
RSLS
1
2
3 A
B
0.0ms
Surround Effects
Sound Effects
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Speaker installation 
option
Consult a qualified building contractor when 
attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper 
attachment may result in damage to the wall and 
speakers and personal injury.
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 k g (22 lbs) per screw.
1Drive a screw (not supplied) into the wall.
AAt least 30 mm (1 3/16q)
B‰ 4.0 mm (5/32q)
C ‰ 7.0 mm to ‰ 9.4 mm (9/32q to 3/8q)
D Wall or pillar
E 5.5mm to 7.5mm (
7/32q to 5/16q)
2Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) 
with the hole(s).
Use the measurements indicated below to identify 
the screwing positions on the wall.
≥ Leave at least 20 mm (
25/32q) of space above the 
speaker and 10 mm (13/32q) on each side to 
allow enough space for fitting the speaker. [BTT196] [BTT195]
Front speaker
Attach to a wall without the base and the stand.
A
51 mm (2 q)
B 64 mm (2 
17/30q)
C 350 mm (13 25/32q)
[BTT190]
Front speaker, Surround speaker
[BTT196] [BTT195]
Surround speaker
D 40 mm (1 
9/16q)
E 24 mm (15/16q)
Center speaker
F 18 mm (
23/32q)
G 25 mm (31/32q)
H 230.5 mm (9 1/16q)
Attaching to a wall
e.g.,  [BTT196]  Front speaker
DO NOTDO
≥In this position, the 
speaker will likely 
fall if moved to the 
left or right.≥Move the speaker 
so that the screw is 
in this position.
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[BTT196] [BTT195]
It is possible to shorten the height of the front 
speaker by directly connec ting the speaker to the 
base without using the stand.
Preparation
Detach the speaker cable from the stand.
1Thread the detached cable through the 
base.
2Attach the speaker to the base and tighten 
the screw (supplied) securely.
3Connect the speaker cable to the speaker 
and to the terminal of the main unit. 
(> 11, 12)
∫ Reattaching the speaker cable 
to the stand
[BTT196] [BTT195]  Preventing from falling 
Front speaker
Preventing from dropping
Front speaker, Surround speaker, Center speaker
1Thread a string to the speaker.
≥ Use a string of less than  ‰ 2.0 mm (
3/32q), 
which is capable of supporting over 10 k g 
(22 lbs).
e.g.,  [BTT196]  Front speaker
A String (not supplied)
B Rear of the speaker
2Thread a string from the wall to the 
speaker and tie tightly.
C Screw eye (not supplied)
D Wall
E Approx.150 mm (5 
29/32q)
F Less than 100 mm (3 15/16q)
Front speaker assembly option
Straighten the 
cable and run 
through the 
stand. Pull out the 
cable through 
the hole.
Preventing the speakers 
from falling or dropping
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When mounted on a wall When placed on the floor
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ReferenceTroubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, please perform the 
following steps.
The following do not indicate a problem with this unit:– Regular disc rotating sounds.
– Image disturbance during search.
– Image disturbance when replacing 3D discs.
∫Unit doesn’t respond to remote 
control or front panel buttons.
Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds.– If still unable to power the unit off, disconnect the power 
cord, wait 1 minute, then reconnect the power cord.
∫ Cannot eject disc.
The unit may have a problem.
1 While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B] 
and [Y] on the remote control at the same 
time for more than 5 seconds.
–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [ 1] (right) on the remote 
control or [ Í/I] on the unit until “06 FTO” is 
displayed on the unit’s display.
3 Press [OK] on the remote control or 
[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.
To return to the factory preset.
¾ Select “Yes” in “Restore Default Settings” in 
the Setup menu. ( >36)
To return all settings to the factory preset.
¾ Reset the unit as follows:
1 While the unit is off, press and hold [OK], [B] 
and [Y] on the remote control at the same 
time for more than 5 seconds.
–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [ 1] (right) on the remote 
control or [ Í/I] on the unit until “08 FIN” is 
displayed on the unit’s display.
3Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or 
[8)¾The remote control and main unit are using different 
codes. If “SET 
” is displayed on the unit’s display 
when a button is pressed on the remote control, 
change the code on the remote control. 
(>36, 44)
The TV tuner mode is not displayed when the 
TV is switched on.
¾
This phenomenon may occur, depending on the 
TV setting, when “Quick Start” is set to “On”.
¾ Depending on the TV, this phenomenon may 
be prevented by reconnecting the HDMI cable 
to a different HDMI input terminal or by 
changing the HDMI auto connection setting.
You have forgotten your ratings password.
You want to cancel the ratings level.
¾The ratings level returns to the factory preset.
1 While the unit is on, press and hold [OK], [B] 
and [Y] on the remote control at the same 
time for more than 5 seconds.
–“00 RET” is displayed on the unit’s display.
2 Repeatedly press [ 1] (right) on the remote 
control or [ Í/I] on the unit until “03 VL” is 
displayed on the unit’s display.
3 Press [OK] on the remote control or 
[< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit.
This unit does not recognize the USB 
connection correctly.
¾ Disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. If it 
still does not recognize the connection, turn 
the power of this unit off and on again.
¾ USB devices may not be recognized by this 
unit when connected using the following :
Do you have the latest firmware installed?
Firmware updates may be released to correct 
operating irregularities that are discovered 
with certain movies. ( >16)
4
Make the following checks and visit our 
website for more information.
For U.S.A. : 
www.panasonic.com/help
Enter the model number.
For Canada : 
http://www.panasonic.ca 4
Or visit our website to find a service 
center.
You can find a service c enter near you easily 
on our website.
Other support information :
“Customer Services Directory (United States 
and Puerto Rico)” ( >50) or “Limited 
Warranty (Only for CANADA)” ( >51).
General operation
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