Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Pt950 Operating Instructions

RQTX0064-3PPPC 
Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No.  SC-PT950
SC-PT1050
SC-PT953
The illustration shows SC-PT950.
PX 
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...

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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.[PT950]
 : indicates features applicable to SC-PT950 only.
[PT953]  : SC-PT953 only
[PT1050]  : SC-PT1050 only
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA
(For wireless system)
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Read these operating instructions carefully...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . 2
Simple Setup
step 1Assembling the front speakers  . . . . 4
step 2Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
step 3Cable connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Speaker connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Radio antenna connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
step 4Digital transmitter...

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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.
≥ There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.
≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 6.
∫ Preventing the speakers from falling
≥You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the 
walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.
≥ Consult a qualified housing  contractor concerning the...

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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.
≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 6.
[Note]Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for proper ventilation.
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Expand your listening options with a multi-room...

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Simple Setup
Notes on speaker use
≥Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be 
negatively affected.
≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play 
sound at high levels over extended periods.
≥ Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:
– When playing distorted sound.
– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise 
from FM broadcasts, or  continuous signals from an oscillator,...

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Simple Setup
Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete.
Basic setup example
[Note]≥Do not make the video connections through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.≥ Only one video connection is required.
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1Audio and video connections
Other connections for improved picture and audio...

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Simple Setup
≥Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the 
speakers.
≥ Keep loose antenna cables away from other wires and cables.
2Speaker connections
3Radio antenna connections
step
3Cable connections
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FM ANT
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AM
ANTLOOPEXT
XMLOOPANT GND
32Wireless system
Main unit
(The illustration shows 
SC-PT950 for U.S.A. 
and Canada.)
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SURROUNDRch4
FRONTLch1
FRONTLch1
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2
Speaker...

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Simple Setup
Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna (optional)
Do not insert or remove while the main unit is on.
AM
A N TLOOP
EXT
LOOPAN T G ND
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FM A
NT
75Leave the AM 
loop antenna 
connected.
AM outdoor antenna
[Using a vinyl wire (not included)]
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across 
a window or other convenient location.
5 to 12 m
(16 to 39 feet) FM outdoor antenna
[Using a television antenna (not 
included)]
≥
Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
≥ The antenna should be installed by a...

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Simple Setup
Proceed to step 6 if you are not going to enjoy iPod with the main unit.For SC-PT953, use an optional SH-PD10 Universal Dock for iPod.∫Charging the iPod
Charging time
[Note]≥AC cord must be connected with the main unit.
≥ “OPTION ¢” will be shown on the main unit’s display during iPod 
charging in main unit standby mode. It will go off when charging is 
finished.
For the above models under “fixed 5-hour charging”, “OPTION ¢” 
continues to be displayed throughout this duration,...