Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Ht744 Operating Instructions

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Using sound effects
You can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be 
heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are not optimal. The unit 
automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of 
playback source.
Press [H.BASS].
≥[DVD-V] [DVD-VR]
H.BASS ON (factory preset),------.H.BASS OFF
≥When another source is selected
H.BASS OFF (factory preset),------.H.BASS ON
The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play from 
the same type of source.
You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the 
most suitable setting according to the type of playback source.
Press [SUB WOOFER LEVEL].
≥[DVD-V] [DVD-VR]
SUB W 4 (factory preset)§#SUB W 1#SUB W 2#SUB W 3
^------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------}
≥When another source is selected
SUB W 2 (factory preset)
§#SUB W 3#SUB W 4#SUB W 1
^------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------}
≥To check the current setting, press [SUB WOOFER LEVEL].
≥The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play the 
same type of source, except when Sound Field Control (MOVIE, 
SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.
§When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, the 
factory presets are as follows:
– MOVIE: SUB W 4
– SPORT: SUB W 2
– MUSIC: SUB W 1
.This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects.
Preparation
Press [DVD].
∫To adjust speaker level during play
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when Dolby Pro 
LogicII or Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, 
and Surround Music is off.)
1Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker. 
L 
#C #R #RS #LS #SW
^----------------------------------------------------}
SW: Subwoofer
≥You can adjust SW only if the disc includes a subwoofer 
channel.
≥“SW” does not appear on the display and is not adjustable 
when “ÎPLII” is lit.
≥“S” appears on the display when “MOVIE”, “SPORT” or 
“MUSIC” is selected with Sound Field Control (➜page 30). In 
this case, you can adjust both surround speaker levels at the 
same time using [3,4].
S: 
`6dB to i6dB
2Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker 
level for each speaker. 
C, RS, LS, SW: `6dB to i6dB 
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
≥To adjust the balance of the front speakers, while “L” or “R” is 
selected, press [2,1].
Enhancing the bass sound: 
H.BASS
Adjusting the amount of bass: 
Subwoofer level
H.BASS
ST
H.BASSSRD
PGM HDCD
E.
1W
WOOFER SUBLEVEL
Adjusting the volume of each 
speaker: Speaker level adjustments
1While stopped and no on-screen display is shownPress [TEST] to output a test signal.≥To stop the test signal, press [TEST] again.
L: Front left  C: Center  R: Front right
RS: Right surround LS: Left surround
≥There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.
2Press [VOLUME, r] or [s] to set the volume level 
normally used for listening.
3Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the 
speaker level for each speaker.
≥Adjust the speaker levels to the same level as the front speakers.
C, RS, LS: `6dB to i6dB
TEST
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Operating other equipment
Operating other equipment
You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. 
Connect your equipment referring to “Cable TV box or video cassette 
recorder connection” (➜page 11).
[Note]The remote control may not work properly with some models.
Aim the remote control at the television.
Turning the television on/offPress [ÍTV].
Switching the television’s video input modePress [TV/VIDEO].
Changing channelsPress [WCHX].
≥[S10] is used to confirm channel selection on some televisions 
manufactured by other companies.
Adjusting the volumePress [r, s TV VOLUME ].
To play audio from your television through your home theater 
system
Press [AUX] to select “AUX” as the source, reduce the volume on the 
television to its minimum, and control the volume on the main unit.This remote control can also operate some other brands of televisions. 
You can change the code to operate your television (➜below).
Aim the remote control at the television.
While pressing [ÍTV]
Press the numbered buttons to enter the 4-digit code.
The remote control outputs the on/off signal. If the code is correct, the 
television turns on or off. If it does not, try entering another code.
[Note]Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.
Operating the television
CANCELWOOFERSLEEPSETUP
MODESFC
ZOOM
TEST
REPEAT
PL
DISPLAYCH
MODEH.BASSC.FOCUS
MUTINGSELECTFLSUBPLAYCDPLAYLISTMENURETURN
ENTER
GROUPQUICKOSD
SKIP
SLOW SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
STOP
1
PAUSE
PLAY
23
56
89
0
10
4
7
DISC
AUXP.AMDVDMUSIC FM
TVVIDEO TV
TOPMENUFUNCTIONSDIRECTNAVIGATOR
CH
LEVEL
SURROUNDMUSIC
TV/VIDEO
+,  
TV VOLUMETV
AUX
CH
Numbered
buttons
Changing the remote control code
Television code list
Panasonic: 0051, 0250
Fisher: 0154
GE: 0047
Gold Star:  0178, 0317, 0457
Hitachi: 0145
JVC: 0053
Magnavox: 0054
Mitsubishi: 0150
Philips: 0054
Quasar: 0051, 0250RCA: 0047
Samsung:  0060, 0587, 0702
Sanyo: 0154
Sharp: 0093, 0165
Sony: 0000
Sylvania: 0054
Thomson: 0047
Toshiba: 0156
Zenith: 0017
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Using other useful functions
Using other useful functions
Press [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).
SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90
^""""" OFF(_ SLEEP120(__}
To cancel the timer
Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”.
To confirm the remaining time
Press [SLEEP] again.
To change the setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
Press [MUTING].
“MUTING” flashes on the unit’s display.
To cancel
≥Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum “VOL 0”, and 
then raise it to the required level.
≥Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.
[Note]To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time.
The Music Port allows you to connect and enjoy music from an external 
device (e.g. MP3 player) through your home theater system.
Preparation
To avoid distorted sound, make sure that any equalizer function of your 
external device is turned off.
Setting the sleep timer
Muting the sound
CANCELWOOFERSLEEPSETUP
MODESFC
ZOOM
TEST
REPEAT
PL
DISPLAYCH
MODEH.BASSC.FOCUS
MUTINGSELECTFLSUBPLAYCDPLAYLISTMENURETURN
ENTER
GROUPQUICKOSD
SKIP
SLOW SEARCH
VOLUME
VOLUME
STOP
1
PAUSEPLAY
23
56
89
0
10
4
7
DISC
AUXP.AMDVDMUSIC FM
TVVIDEO TV
TOPMENUFUNCTIONSDIRECTNAVIGATOR
CH
LEVEL
SURROUNDMUSIC
SURROUND
MUSIC
SLEEPMUTING
+  
VOLUME MUSIC P.
SLEEP
MONOSLPST
H.BASSSRD
PGM HDCD
E.
1W
MUTING
MONOSLPSTMODE
ACPRG
RDS DTS
PL
APSPTY
CDDVDD
Using headphones
1Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not 
included).
Headphone plug type:‰3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug
2Adjust headphone volume with [VOLUME].≥Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo.
Using the Music Port
1Reduce the volume and connect the external device 
(not included).
Plug type:‰3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug
2Press [MUSIC P.] to select “FRONT MUSIC P.”.
FRONT MUSIC P._--------------------------------)REAR MUSIC P.§
^"""""""""" AUX(""""___}
§“REAR MUSIC P.” can be selected only if the optional Panasonic 
wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60) is set up with your home 
theater system. For details, please refer to its operating 
instructions.
3Adjust the external device volume to a normal listening 
level, and then adjust the volume of the main unit with 
[VOLUME].
≥You can enjoy surround sound when you press 
[SURROUND MUSIC] on the main unit (except when “REAR 
MUSIC P.” is selected).
Main unit only
VOLUME
VOLUMESURROUND MUSIC
External device
Reduce the volume before 
connecting.REAR MUSIC P.
MONOSTDE
ACRG
SH.BSRHW
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Troubleshooting guide
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not 
solve the problem, refer to “Product information” on page 15.
PowerPage
Unresponsive or inoperable function
Specific operation undesirable or unexpected
Subtitle
Marker
A-B repeat
No power.≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely.12
The unit is automatically switched 
to standby mode.≥The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit.33
No response when any buttons are 
pressed.≥This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions.
≥The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external 
factor. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power 
supply cord, and then reconnect it.
≥Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.14
—
—
No response when remote control 
buttons are pressed.≥Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.
≥Aim the remote control at the display and operate.12
12
13
Cannot play DVDs.≥CD Mode is on. Press [CD MODE] to turn CD Mode off.18
No picture or sound.≥Check the video or speaker connection.
≥Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the main unit.
≥Check that the disc has something recorded on it.6, 7, 
10, 11
—
—
You have forgotten your ratings 
password.
Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.
≥While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [∫] (Stop) on the main unit and [S10] on 
the remote control until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again.
All settings will return to the default values.—
It takes time before play starts. 
[MP3]≥Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the 
correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal.—
Folders on a data CD are not 
displayed correctly.
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]≥Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer.—
A menu screen appears during 
skip or search. [VCD]≥This is normal for Video CDs.—
Playback control menu does not 
appear. [VCD] 
with playback control≥Press [∫STOP] twice and then press [1PLAY].—
Program and Random play do not 
work. [DVD-V]≥These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.—
Selecting audio soundtrack “2” 
does not change the audio. [DVD-A]≥Even if a second soundtrack is not recorded, two numbers are normally shown.—
Play restarts from the beginning 
when the soundtrack is changed. 
[DVD-A]≥This is normal for DVD-Audio.—
Scenes are skipped intermittently. 
[DVD-VR] [DVD-V]≥If you change the volume or sound effects during Advanced Disc Review, the function continues 
without the on-screen display. Cancel the function.23
Subtitle position is wrong.≥Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu)24
No subtitles.≥Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Main menu)22
Subtitles overlap the closed 
captions.≥Clear the subtitles.22
Cannot add markers.≥You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM or DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs.
≥If the disc’s elapsed play time does not appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers.—
—
Point B is automatically set.≥The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.—
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Troubleshooting guide
Sound abnormal or improperPage
Menus 
Picture abnormal or unviewable
Progressive video
Listening to the radio
Television operation
(Continued on next page)
Sound is distorted.≥Noise may occur when playing WMA.
≥When using the HDMI output, audio may not be output from other terminals.—
—
Effects do not work.≥Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.—
Humming is heard during play.≥An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and 
cables away from the main unit.—
No sound≥There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed.
≥Audio may not be heard when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the 
number of connected devices.
≥When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “Audio Output” in the “HDMI” tab is set to “On”.—
—
26
The Setup menu cannot be 
accessed.≥Select “DVD/CD” as the source.
≥Cancel Program and Random play.—
19
The picture on the television is 
not displayed correctly or 
disappears.≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video 
cassette recorder.
≥Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.
≥If you are using an indoor television antenna, change to an outdoor antenna. 
≥The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.
≥Picture may not be seen when more than 4 devices are connected with HDMI cables. Reduce the 
number of connected devices.
≥When using HDMI output, the video signal is progressive. Use other video connections if your 
television is not compatible with progressive video.
≥If the picture is distorted or not displayed when using HDMI output, press and hold [CANCEL] until 
the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to “480p”.)11
—
—
—
—
11
—
Picture size does not fit the 
screen.≥Change “TV Aspect” in the “Video” tab.
≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “4:3 
Aspect” in Display Menu.
≥Change the Zoom setting.26
24
18
Menu is not displayed correctly.≥Restore the zoom ratio to “a1.00”.
≥Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”.
≥Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”.18
24
24
Auto zoom function does not work 
well.≥Turn off television’s zoom function.
≥Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment.
≥Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the 
type of disc.—
18
—
There is ghosting when 
progressive or HDMI output is on.≥This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be 
corrected if you use interlaced output. Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”. 
(Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i”.)
≥Disable the HDMI AV OUT connection and use other video connections. Make the settings in the 
following order:
1 Set “Video Output” in the “HDMI” tab to “Off ”.
2 Set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to 
switch to “480i”.)23
23, 
26
Pictures not in progressive 
output.≥Select “480p” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu.
≥The unit’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if “PRG” is 
displayed.23
11
Closed captions not displayed.≥When progressive or HDMI output is on, closed captions will not be displayed.—
Distorted sound or noise is heard.
“ST” flickers or does not light.≥Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.
≥Use an outdoor antenna.—
29
A beat sound is heard.≥Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.—
A low hum is heard during AM 
broadcasts.≥Separate the antenna from other cables.—
Cannot operate the television.≥Check the remote control code for the television manufacturer.32
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Troubleshooting guide
Troubleshooting guide
Unit displaysPage
Television displays
The display is dark.≥Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” tab.26
“NOPLAY”≥You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.
≥You inserted a blank disc.
≥You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.14
—
—
“NODISC”≥You have not inserted a disc; insert one.
≥You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.—
16
“F61”≥Check and correct the speaker cable connections.
If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.6, 7, 
10
“DVD U11”≥Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.14
“ERROR”≥Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.—
“DVD H∑∑”
“DVD F∑∑∑”
∑ stands for a number.≥Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H” and “F” depend on the status of the unit. 
Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply 
cord, and then reconnect it.
≥If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.—
—
“[W]” is flashing.
(When using optional wireless 
accessory)≥There is no link between the main unit and the wireless accessory. Check that the wireless 
accessory is plugged into the AC outlet.
≥Ensure that the digital transceiver is fully inserted into the slot of the main unit.—
—
“D.MIX” is flashing. [DVD-A]≥Down-mixing is the process of remixing the multiple-channel audio found on some discs into two 
channels. The disc contains single-channel or multiple-channel signals which may not be 
reproduced authentically.—
“U701”≥The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.—
“U70∑”
∑ stands for a number.
The actual number following “U70” 
will depend on the state of the main 
unit.≥The HDMI connection acts unusually.
– The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible.
– The HDMI cable is too long.
– The HDMI cable is damaged.—
—
—
“/”≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.—
“Cannot display group xx, content xx”≥You are trying to display incompatible contents.—
“This disc may not be played in 
your region”≥Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region number as the one on the rear panel of 
this unit can be played.Cover 
page
“Due to copyright protection, 
audio cannot be output from 
HDMI” [DVD-A]≥If you connect to equipment that does not support CPPM (➜page 15, Glossary), audio from a 
CPPM copy-protected DVD-Audio disc cannot be output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal.—
No on-screen display.≥Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in the “Display” tab.26
Main unit’s screen saver remains.≥When using the HDMI connection, audio/video information is continually transferred between the 
main unit and the television regardless of which source has been selected on the main unit. This is 
normal.—
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Specifications
Specifications
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Front Ch  90 W per channel (4≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Surround Ch  90 W per channel (4≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Center Ch 320 W per channel (4≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Subwoofer Ch  320 W per channel (4≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power  1000 W
FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Front Ch 60 W per channel (4 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD
Surround Ch
60 W per channel (4 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THDCenter Ch250 W per channel (4 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD
Subwoofer Ch 250 W per channel (4 ≠), 45 Hz–120 Hz, 1% THDTotal FTC Dolby Digital mode power 740 W
Preset MemoryFM 15 stations
AM/MW 15 stations
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range 87.9–107.9 MHz (200-kHz step)
87.5–108.0 MHz (100-kHz step)
Sensitivity 2.5 µV (IHF)
S/N 26 dB 2.2 µV
Antenna terminals 75≠ (unbalanced)
Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW)
Frequency range 520 – 1710 kHz (10-kHz step)
AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 1000 kHz 560 µV/m
Phone jack
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm (
1/8z) jack
Front M.Port
Sensitivity 100 mV, 4.7
k≠
Terminal (Input) Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8z) jack
Discs played [8 cm (3z) or 12 cm (5z)]
(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio)
(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, MP3
§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)
(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)
(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR)
(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3
§2, 5, JPEG§4, 5)
(6)iR/iRW (Video)
(7)iR DL (Video)
(8) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD
§1, MP3§2, 5, WMA§3, 5, 
JPEG§4, 5, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)]§1 Conforming to IEC62107§2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3§3Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 L3
Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)
§4Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files
Picture resolution: between 160k120 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub 
sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and narrow 
pictures may not be displayed.
§5The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio and 
picture contents and groups: 4000 audio and picture contents and 
400 groups.
Pick up
Wavelength (DVD/CD) 662 / 785 nm
Laser power (DVD/CD) CLASS 1 / CLASS 1M
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)
Video systemNTSC
Composite video output
Output level 1 Vp-p (75≠)
Terminal Pin jack (1 system)
S-video output
Y output level 1 Vp-p (75≠)
C output level NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75≠)
Terminal S terminal (1 system)Component video output (480p/480i)
Y output level 1 Vp-p (75≠)
P
B output level 0.7 Vp-p (75≠)
PR output level 0.7 Vp-p (75≠)
Terminal Pin jack (Y: green, PB: blue, PR: red) (1 system)
HDMI AV output
Terminal 19-pin type A connector, HDMI Ver.1.2a (EDID Ver.1.3)
[Front\speakers\SB-FS71]
Ty p e2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)Impedance 4≠
1. Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2z) Cone type
2. Tweeter 6 cm (23/8z) Cone type
Input power (IEC)90 W§ (Max)
Output sound pressure81 dB/W (1.0 m)
Cross over frequency 6 kHz
Frequency range82 Hz –41 kHz (j16 dB)
95 Hz –40 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm
(9
29/32zk447/32zk97/32z)
Mass3.7 kg (8.2 lbs)
[Surround\speakers\SB-FS72]
Ty p e1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)Impedance 4≠
Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2z) Cone type
Input power (IEC)90 W§ (Max)
Output sound pressure80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range87 Hz –25 kHz (j16 dB)
98 Hz –22 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm
(9
29/32zk447/32zk97/32z)
Mass3.7 kg (8.2 lbs)
[Center\speaker\SB-PC740]
Ty p e1 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)Impedance 4≠
1. Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2z) Cone type
2. Full range 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type
Input power (IEC)320 W§ (Max)
Output sound pressure84 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range105 Hz – 25 kHz (j16 dB)
125 Hz – 22 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)270 mmk92 mmk95.4 mm
(10
5/8zk35/8zk33/4z)
Mass1.25 kg (2.75 lbs)
[Subwoofer\SB-W740]
Ty p e1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s)Impedance 4≠
Woofer 16 cm (6
1/2z) Cone type
Input power (IEC)320 W (Max)
Output sound pressure80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range32 Hz – 220 Hz (j16 dB)
38 Hz – 180 Hz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD)183 mmk396 mmk267 mm
(7
7/32zk1519/32zk101/2z)
Mass4kg (8.8 lbs)
Powe r su pp lyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumptionMain unit 140 W
Dimensions (WtHtD)430 mmk70 mmk439.2 mm
(1
615/16zk23/4zk1719/64z)
MassMain unit  5.0 kg (11.02 Ibs)
Operating temperature ranger5oC to r35oC (r41oF to r95oF)
Operating humidity range5 % to 90 % RH (no condensation)
§ Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier
[Note]1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.
AMPLIFIER SECTION
FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
DISC SECTION
VIDEO SECTION
SPEAKER SECTION
GENERAL
Power consumption in standby modeapprox. 0.4 W
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Limited Warranty
Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
C 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Malaysia
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Canada Inc.
PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as 
stated below from the date of original purchase.
Technics Audio Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic Audio & DVD Product One (1) year, parts and labour
Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety (90) days
In-home Service will be carried out only to locations accessible by roads and within 50 km of an authorized Panasonic service facility.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for 
which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the 
reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage 
under this warranty.
This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before 
warranty service is performed.
THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED 
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied 
warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.
WARRANTY SERVICE
FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact: 
Our Customer Care Centre: Telephone #:  (905) 624-5505 
1-800 #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #:   (905) 238-2360
Email link: “Contact Us” on www.panasonic.ca
 
FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca
 :
Link : Servicentres
TM locator under Customer support
Panasonic Factory Service:
Richmond British Columbia
Mississauga OntarioPanasonic Canada Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc.
12111 Riverside Way 5770 Ambler Drive
Richmond BC   V6W 1K8 Mississauga ON  L4W 2T3
Tel:  (604) 278-4211 Tel:  (905) 624-8447
Fax: (604) 278-5627 Fax: (905) 238-2418
IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE
Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.
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