Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Ht740 Operating Instructions

RQT8582-4PPPC PX 
Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No.SC-HT740/SC-HT940/
SC-HT743
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region 
number “1” or “ ALL”.
Example:
§  For Canada only: The word “Participant” is used in place of the word  “Partner”.
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.:...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and 
safety, please read these instructions carefully.[HT740]
: indicates features applicable to SC-HT740 only.
[HT743] : SC-HT743 only.
[HT940] : SC-HT940 only.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicabl e safety...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . 2
Simple Setup
STEP 1Assembling the front speakers  . . . . 4
Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
STEP 2Positioning the speakers  . . . . . . . . . 7
STEP 3Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
STEP 4Audio and video connections. . . . . . 8
Television with an HDMI terminal . . . . . . . . . 8
Basic audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Basic video connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Simple Setup
Preparation
≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
≥ Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.
≥ There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.
≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 6.
[HT740]  [HT743]
1
Attach the stand to the base.1 Thread the speaker cable through the base. 
For quicker threading, loosely...

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Simple Setup
[HT940]
1
Attach the speaker to the stand.Place the polyfoam underneath the speaker for stability while 
attaching the speaker to the stand.
1Feed the speaker cable (the shorter part) into the bottom 
of the speaker and through the slot at the rear. 
2 While pulling the speaker cable up through the slot, slide 
the speaker stand into the bottom of the speaker.
3 Thread the cable through the middle hole of the slider and 
fasten the slider with the two screws.
2Attach the stand to...

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Simple Setup
∫Attaching to a wallYou 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 over 10 k g (22 lbs) [ [HT940] 15 kg (33 lbs) 
for the front speakers] 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.
≥ When mounting the front speakers to a wall, we recommend using 
a string...

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Simple Setup
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:
≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curta ins.
≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not.
≥Use only supplied speakersUsing other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be 
negatively affected.
≥ Set the...

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Simple Setup
≥Ensure the AC cord is disconnected before you make the speaker connections.
≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
≥ Turn the television off before connecting, and re fer to the television’s operating instructions.
Use the HDMI connection to enjoy higher quality audio and video with a 
single cable ( ➜page 13, HDMI).
By connecting to an HDMI-compatible high-definition television, you can 
enjoy...

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Simple Setup
≥This audio connection will enable  you to play audio from your 
television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other 
equipment” ( ➜page 30).
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
≥Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminalsThe COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than 
the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either 
interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals 
outputs the color difference signals (P
B/PR) and luminance signal...

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Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (For U.S.A. and Canada: approx. 0.4 W or for other areas: approx. 
0.9 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.
[Note]The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords fo r other...