Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Pt950 Operating Instructions

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XM channels can be selected manually by directly entering the XM 
channel number.
XM channels are organized into categories such as Rock, Classical, Country 
and Dance to make browsing and selecting channels easier.
[Note]Some XM channels belong to two categories; a primary and secondary 
category, either of which can be used for XM channel selection. Although 
you may have selected an XM channel from its secondary category (e.g. 
DANCE), after exiting and then re-entering category tune...

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Using sound effects
Using sound effects
[Note]≥The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect with 
some sources, or when headphones are used (➜page 13).≥You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound 
effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects 
off.
To enjoy the following sound quality settings, ensure that Surround Music 
(➜ below) is turned off.
Press [EQ].
Each time you press the button:
FLAT: Cancel (no effect is...

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Using sound effects
This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects.
When “DVD/CD” is selected as the source
∫To adjust speaker level during play
(Effective when playing 5.1-channel sound or when Dolby Pro 
Logic II/Super Surround is on, and Surround Music is off.)
1 Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker. 
L 
#C #R #RS #LS #SW
^----------------------------------------------------} ≥ You can adjust SW (Subwoofer) only if the disc includes a 
subwoofer channel and “ ÎPLII” is not...

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Enjoying audio from an external source
Enjoying audio from an external source
You can enjoy audio from an external source through your home theater 
system.
Preparation
Confirm the audio connection to the AUX terminal on the main unit (➜page 7).
Press [N,O SELECT] repeatedly to select “AUX”.≥Reduce the volume on the television to its minimum, and then adjust the 
volume of the main unit.
≥ You can enjoy surround sound when you press [ ÎPLII/S.SRD] to turn 
on Super Surround ( ➜page 32)....

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Glossary / Product Service
Glossary
DecoderA decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is 
called decoding.
Dolby DigitalThis is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby 
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also 
be 5.1-channel sound. 
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. 
There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects 
are possible....

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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 “Customer Services Directory” on page 42 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product informati on” on page 35 if you 
reside in Canada. In other areas, consult your dealer.
Power
No power. ≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely. 10
The unit is automatically...

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Troubleshooting guide
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Disc operation
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...

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Troubleshooting guide
Troubleshooting guide
HDMI or progressive video
There is ghosting when HDMI or 
progressive 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.
– When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal, set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to  “480i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i”.)
– When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “Video Output Mode” in Picture...

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Troubleshooting guide
User memo:
XM Satellite Radio advisory messages 
“ANTENNA” is flashing.≥The XM antenna is not properly connected. C heck the connection and make sure the antenna 
cable is not damaged. 8
“UPDATING” is flashing. ≥The XM antenna is being updated with the latest encryption code.
Wait a few seconds for  the update to complete.
≥ You may have selected an XM channel that has been blocked, or is no longer available with your 
subscription package.
For inquiry, call XM’s...

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Specifications
Specifications
[PT950] [PT1050]
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch  250 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Surround Ch  100 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Center Ch 250 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Subwoofer Ch  250 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power  1200 W
FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch 104 W per channel (6  ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 % THD
Surround Ch 34
W per channel (4 ≠), 120 Hz–20 kHz, 1 %...