Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Xh170 Owners Manual

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You can enhance the audio effect for low volume 5.1-channel sound. 
(Convenient for late night viewing.)
Press and hold [–W.SRD]: to show the current setting.While the current setting is displayed, press [–W.SRD]: to change the 
setting.
ON ,------. OFF
Only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected in 
“Speaker layout” (B8, Easy setup)
(Effective when playing 5.1-channel sound or when DOLBY PLII/“S.SRD” 
(B10) is selected.)
For “Surround layout (Recommended)”
§ mode: 
Front speaker balance 
For “Front layout (Alternative)”
§ mode: 
Front and surround speaker balance
§Selected mode in “Speaker layout” (B8, Easy setup).Preparation
To display the picture, turn on your TV and change its video input mode 
(e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit.
	≥When you press [< OPEN/CLOSE]2 to close the disc tray, this unit 
automatically starts playing the disc in the tray.
[JPEG]
– Only the contents in the current group will be played.
You can select your desired item to start play. (B12, Using navigation 
menu)
≥DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED.
Press [∫STOP]5 when you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your TV 
screen.
≥Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.
EQ (Equalizer)
You can select sound quality settings.
Each time you press [2,1]8:
FLAT:Cancel (no effect is added).
HEAVY:Adds punch to rock.
CLEAR:Clarifies higher sounds.
SOFT:For background music.
SUBW LVL (Subwoofer level)
You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects 
the most suitable setting according to the type of playback 
source.
LEVEL 1 ,# LEVEL 2 ,# LEVEL 3 ,# LEVEL 4^-------------------------------------------------------------------J
≥The setting you make is retained and recalled every time you 
play the same type of source.
C.FOCUS (Center Focus)
(Effective when playing audio containing the center channel 
sound or when DOLBY PLII (B10) is selected.)
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is 
coming from within the TV.
ON ,------. OFF
Whisper-mode Surround
Adjusting the speaker level during playback
1Press [CH SELECT]F to select the speaker.Each time you press the button:
e.g. L# C# R# RS# LS# SW
^---------------------------------------------}
≥You can adjust SW (Subwoofer) only if the disc includes a 
subwoofer channel.
≥When “S” appears, only the surround speaker channel can be 
adjusted. Both surround speaker levels will be adjusted at the same 
time.
2While “C”, “RS”, “LS”, “SW” or “S” is selectedPress [3]8 (increase) or [4]8 (decrease) to adjust the 
speaker level for each speaker.
C, RS, LS, SW, S: `6dB to i6dB
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.) (Bbelow)
Adjusting the speaker balance during playback
1Press [CH SELECT]F to select “L” or “R”.
2While “L” or “R” is selectedPress [2,1]8 to adjust the speaker balance.
Basic play
1Press [Í]1 to turn on the unit.
2Press [DVD]4 to select “DVD/CD”.
3Press [< OPEN/CLOSE]2 to open the disc tray.
4Load the disc.≥Load double-sided discs so the label for the 
side you want to play is facing up.
5Press [1PLAY]5 to start play.≥Press [r, VOL, s]= to adjust the volume.
Basic controls
Stop: [∫STOP]5
The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the main unit’s display.
[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] This unit can memorize the resume position for the 
last 5 discs.
≥Press [1PLAY]5 to resume.
≥Press [∫STOP]5 again to clear the position.
Pause: [;PA U S E ]5
≥Press [1PLAY]5 to restart play.
Skip: [SKIP:,SKIP9]5
Search: [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]5 (during play)
Slow-motion: [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]5 (during pause)
≥Search: Up to 4 steps
Slow-motion: Up to 3 steps
≥Press [1PLAY]5 to start normal play.
≥[VCD] Slow-motion: Forward direction only.
[DVD-V] [VCD] Frame-by-frame: [2;, ;1]8 (during pause)
≥[VCD] Forward direction only.
On-screen item select: [3,4,2,1, OK]8
[3,
4,2,1]8: Select
[OK]8: Confirm
Enter number: Numbered buttons
[DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
e.g. To select 12: [S10]2 B [1] B [2]
[DVD-V] Show a disc top menu: [TOP MENU]7
[DVD-V] Show a disc menu: [MENU]C
Return to previous screen: [RETURN]D
[VCD] (with playback control) 
Show a disc menu: [RETURN]D
Turn PBC function on/off: [MENU]C
Main unit display: [FL DISPLAY]E
[DVD-V] 
Time display 
,-. Information display
[JPEG]
SLIDE
,-.Contents number
Label facing up
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You can select to play from your desired item while the navigation menu 
screen is displayed.
Play starts from the selected content.
[JPEG]
≥To return to the previous folder, press [RETURN]D. You can also do 
this by selecting “ ” in the menu.
≥Maximum: 16 characters for file/folder name.
≥Only the contents in the current group will be played.
∫Rotating a picture
Preparation
To clear the selected program
1Press [1]8 and then press [3,4]8 to select the program.
2Press [CANCEL]3.
To clear the whole program
Press [1]8 several times to select “Clear All”, and then press [OK]8.
The whole program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, the unit 
is turned off or another source is selected.
[CD] All tracks will be played in random order.
Press [1PLAY]5 to start play.
[JPEG] The JPEG contents of the selected group will be played in random 
order.
This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also 
works with all JPEG content.
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc and playback mode.
	Random mode will be cleared when you change the repeat mode.
Playing from the selected item
Using navigation menu
[CD] [JPEG]
Press [3,4]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.≥Press [2,1]8 to skip page by page.
Selecting the picture in Thumbnail menu
[JPEG]
1While the picture is displayed, press [TOP MENU]7 to 
show the thumbnail menu.
e.g.
2Press [3,4,2,1]8 to select a picture and press 
[OK]8.
≥Press [SKIP:, SKIP9]5 to skip page by page.
While a picture is displayed, press [3,4,2,1]8 to rotate the 
picture.
Other modes of play
Program and Random play[CD] [JPEG]
While stopped, press [PLAY MODE]9 to select the play 
mode.
Each time you press the button:
[CD] Music Program menu
[JPEG] Picture Program menu
RND (Random) menu
Exit program and random menus
/Track01.CDA
1/1100:02:40
Track01
Track02
Track03
Track04
Track05
Group (Folder):
Content (File/Track):
: CD-DA
: JPEG
Elapsed time
..
Program play (up to 30 items)
1Press [3,4]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.e.g. [JPEG]
≥When a content is selected, it will be programmed.
≥Repeat this step to program other items.
≥[JPEG] To return to the previous folder, press [RETURN]D. You can 
also do this by selecting “ ” in the menu.
2Press [1PLAY]5 to start play.
Random play
1Press [3,4]8 to select the desired group and press 
[OK]8.
e.g. 
≥To return to the previous folder, press [RETURN]D. You can also do 
this by selecting “ ” in the menu.
2Press [3,4]8 to select the desired content and press 
[OK]8.
Play starts from the selected content.
Repeat play
During play, press and hold [–REPEAT]9, to show the 
repeat mode.
While the repeat mode is displayed, press [–REPEAT]9 to select the 
item to be repeated.
e.g. [DVD-V]
`Chapter ---. `Title ---. `Off
^-------------------------------------------_------b
To cancel, select “Off”.
Picture Program1
2
3
4
5
6 ..
Picture 1
Picture 2
Picture 3
Picture 4
..
/ .../Picture 1.JPGRND1/10..
Picture 1
Picture 2
Picture 3
Picture 4
..
e.g. [CD]
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	This does not work during HD JPEG playback (B16, HD JPEG Mode [JPEG])
Using on-screen menus
1Press [FUNCTIONS]6 to show the on-screen menu.Each time you press the button:
Menu 1 (Disc)
Menu 2 (Video)
Menu 3 (Audio)
Exit
2Press [3,4,2,1]8 to select the item and press 
[OK]8.
3Press [3,4]8 to make the settings and press [OK]8.
Items shown will vary depending on the type of disc.
Menu 1 (Disc)
Track Search, Title Search, Content Search, Chapter 
Search
To start from a specific item
e.g. [DVD-V]: T2 C5
To select 12: [S10]2 B [1] B [2] B [OK]8
Audio
[DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks)
To select audio soundtrack
[VCD]
To select “L”, “R”, “L+R” or “L R”
Actual operations depend on the disc. Read the disc’s instructions for 
details.
Signal type/data
LPCM/  D/DTS/MPEG: Signal type
T1C11/5
5Off OTitle Search
D
Current item
Item name e.g. [DVD-V] Menu 1 (Disc)
T1C1Off OChapter Search
1/5
5D
Current setting e.g. [DVD-V] Menu 1 (Disc)
Play Speed
[DVD-V]
To change play speed
– from “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1-unit steps)
≥Press [1PLAY]5 to return to normal play.
≥After you change the speed
– Dolby Pro Logic II has no effect.
– Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo.
– Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz.
≥This function does not work with DTS source. The play speed will 
return to “k1.0”.
≥This function may not work depending on the disc’s recording.
Repeat Mode
(B12, Repeat play)
A-B Repeat (To repeat a specified section)
Except [JPEG] 
Press [OK]8 at the starting and ending points.
≥Select “Off” to cancel.
Subtitle
[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles)
To select subtitle language
≥On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are 
not displayed.
Angle
[DVD-V] (with multiple angles)
To select a video angle
Menu 2 (Video)
Transfer Mode
To select the method of conversion for video output to suit the type 
of material
Auto, Video
≥When the content is distorted, select “Video”.
≥This may have no effect with some sources.
Zoom
To select zoomNormal, 1, 2, 3
Menu 3 (Audio)
Dialog Enhancer
To make the dialog in movies easier to hear
[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with the dialog 
recorded in the center channel)
Off, On
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≥Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made (B7).
1 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (B17). 
(The default setting is “On”.)
2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment 
(e.g., TV).
3 Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and select this unit’s 
input channel on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI Control” 
function will work properly.
Whenever the connection or settings are changed, repeat this 
procedure and reconfirm the points in “Setting the audio link” 
(Bbelow).
∫Setting the audio link with the TV
Select “AUX”, “ARC”§1 or “DIGITAL IN” for TV audio link.
Refer to TV audio setting in Easy setup (B8) or “TV Audio” in HDMI 
menu (B17).
Confirm the TV audio connection to the AUX terminal (for “AUX”), HDMI 
AV OUT terminal (for “ARC”
§1) or DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal 
(for “DIGITAL IN”) on the main unit (B7).
∫Setting the audio link with the STB
Select “D-IN” for STB audio link.
Refer to STB setting in “Making settings for digital audio input” (B10).
Confirm the STB audio connection to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL 
terminal (for “D-IN”) on the main unit (B7).
	≥VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by 
HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer 
Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. 
As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports 
HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
≥This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of November, 2011) for 
Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is 
compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
≥Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ equipment 
supporting VIERA Link function.
(For “HDAVI Control 3 or later”)
This function automatically provides synchronized audio and video 
output. (This works only when the source is “DVD/CD”, “AUX”
§2, 
“ARC”§1, 2 or “D-IN”§2, 3.)
≥When using “DVD/CD” as the source, set “Time Delay” in Video menu to 
“0ms/Auto” (B16).When the following operations are performed, the TV will automatically 
switch the input channel and display the corresponding action. 
Additionally when the TV is off, the TV will automatically turn on:
– When play starts on the unit
– When an action that uses the display screen is performed (e.g., START 
menu)
≥When you switch the TV input to TV tuner mode or the STB input 
channel, this unit will automatically switch to “AUX”
§2, “ARC”§1, 2 or 
“D-IN”§2, 3.
≥When you start disc play, the TV will automatically switch its input mode 
for this unit.
All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI Control”, including this 
unit, automatically turn off when you switch the TV off.
To continue audio playback even when the TV is turned off, select “Video” 
(B17, “Power Off Link” in HDMI menu).
	When you press [Í]1, only this unit turns off. Other connected equipment 
compatible with VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” stays on.
For details, refer also to the operating instructions for your TV.
You can select whether audio will output from this unit’s speakers or the 
TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions for your TV.
Home theater
This unit’s speakers are active.
≥When you turn on this unit, this unit’s speakers will be automatically 
activated.
≥When this unit is in standby mode, changing the TV speakers to this 
unit’s speakers in the TV menu will automatically turn this unit on and 
select “AUX”
§2, “ARC”§1, 2 or “D-IN”§2, 3 as the source.
≥The TV speakers are automatically muted.
≥You can control the volume setting using the volume or mute button on 
the TV’s remote control. (The volume level is displayed on the main 
unit’s display.)
≥To cancel muting, you can also use this unit’s remote control (B4).
≥If you turn off this unit, TV speakers will be automatically activated.
TV
TV speakers are active.
≥The volume of this unit is set to “0”.
– This function works only when “DVD/CD”, “AUX”
§2, “ARC”§1, 2 or 
“D-IN”§2, 3 is selected as the source on this unit.
≥Audio output is 2-channel audio.
	When switching between this unit speakers and TV speakers, the TV screen 
may go blank for several seconds.
Linked operations with the TV 
(VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked 
operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI 
Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with 
the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected 
equipment for operational details.
Setting the audio link
Auto lip-sync
Auto input switching
(Power on link)
Power off link
Speaker selection
§1
The selection works only when using an ARC compatible TV.
§2
“AUX”, “ARC” or “D-IN” (DIGITAL IN) works depending on the TV 
audio setting (Bleft, Setting the audio link with the TV).
§3
“D-IN” (DIGITAL IN) works depending on the STB audio setting 
(Bleft, Setting the audio link with the STB).
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(For “HDAVI Control 2 or later”)
You can control the playback menus of this unit with the TV’s remote 
control. When operating the TV’s remote control, refer to the below 
illustration for operation buttons.
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.
≥The on-screen control panel can also be shown by using a button on the 
TV’s remote control (e.g. [SUB MENU]).
– This works only during “DVD/CD” playback and resume modes or, 
while the iPod music playback screen is displayed on the TV.
	≥Depending on the menu, some button operations cannot be performed from 
the TV’s remote control.
≥You cannot input numbers with the numbered buttons on the TV’s remote 
control ([0] to [9]). Use this unit’s remote control to select the play list etc.
You can enjoy iPod/iPhone music through this unit’s speakers.
Preparation
Before connecting/disconnecting the iPod/iPhone, turn the main unit off or 
reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.Play starts from the selected song.
e.g. playback screen
Other methods of playback
Shuffle mode
 
Press [PLAY MODE]9 several times.
SHUFFLE SONGS, SHUFFLE ALBUMS, SHUFFLE OFF
Repeat mode
Press and hold [–REPEAT]9 and then press the button several times 
within a few seconds.
ONE REPEAT, ALL REPEAT, REPEAT OFF
	Music playback modes set on the iPod/iPhone will be maintained when 
connected to the main unit. Changes made while the iPod/iPhone is connected 
to the main unit will be kept on the iPod/iPhone after disconnecting it.
About recharging the battery
≥Recharging during standby mode:
Ensure that the iPod/iPhone battery starts recharging before switching 
the main unit to standby mode.
≥“IPOD¢” will be shown on the main unit’s display during iPod/iPhone 
charging in main unit standby mode.
≥Check iPod/iPhone to see the battery charging condition.
≥If you are not using iPod/iPhone for an extended period of time after 
recharging has completed, disconnect it from main unit, as the battery 
will be depleted naturally. (Once fully recharged, additional recharging 
will not occur.)
Easy control only with VIERA remote control
1 Select this unit’s operation menu by using the TV menu settings.
(For details, refer to the operating instructions for your TV.)
The START menu will be shown.
e.g. [DVD-V]
≥The START menu can also be shown by using a button on the TV’s 
remote control (e.g. [SUB MENU]).
– When “DVD/CD” is selected as the source, the TV’s remote control 
works only during stop mode.
– This feature does not work while the iPod music playback screen is 
displayed on the TV.
2 Select the desired item on the START menu (B9).
When the on-screen control panel appears
e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu.)
Using the iPod®/iPhone®
1Connect the iPod/iPhone.
DVD/CD Home theater
Input select
Setup
Playback DiscTOP MENU(DVD)
MENU(DVD)Playback/menu access
iPodiPod
Dock Connector to USB Cable 
(not supplied)iPod/iPhone
(not supplied)
Main unit
To purchase this cable, consult 
your iPod/iPhone dealer.
2Press [iPod]4 to select “IPOD”.The music menu screen is displayed.
e.g.
3Press [3,4]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.≥Press [2,1]8 to skip page by page.
≥To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN]D.
Basic controls
Button Function
[1PLAY]5Play
[∫STOP]5, [;PAUSE]5Pause
[SKIP:,SKIP9]5Skip
(press and hold)
[SEARCH6, SEARCH5]5Search
Playlists
Artists
Albums
Songs
Genres
C
iPod
Music
iPod
Good morning
Ronaldo
Happy days
2:43 -1:15
3  of  45
Current position
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Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of November 2011)
≥Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using this unit.
≥iPod/iPhone compatibility is based on the operations
§ described in this 
manual.
§Subject to the availability of the functions on your iPod/iPhone.
≥Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod/iPhone.
In some locations, reception status of an iPhone may be poor when it is 
connected to this unit.
To use the iPod touch/iPhone features
1 Press the Home button on the iPod touch/iPhone.
2 Select the iPod touch/iPhone features on the touch screen to operate.
	When the iPhone receives a call while connected to this unit, playback, etc. of 
the iPhone may stop.
To prioritize the operation with the iPhone connected to this unit, make the 
setting so that the iPhone does not receive calls.
≥To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN]D.
≥To exit the screen, press [START]B.
≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
≥Underlined items are the factory settings in the following menus.
Select to suit the type of equipment you connected to the HDMI AV OUT 
terminal.
Select “Bitstream” when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital 
form of 5.1-channel data). Otherwise, select “PCM”.
(If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a decoder, high levels 
of noise can be output and may damage your speakers and hearing.)
Digital Output
When audio output is from HDMI AV OUT terminal, and the connected 
equipment does not support the item selected, the actual output will 
depend on the performance of this connected equipment. iPod touch
®
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation
iPod nano®
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation
iPod classic®
iPod®
5th generation
iPhone® 4S, iPhone® 4, iPhone® 3GS, iPhone® 3G, iPhone®
Changing the player settings
1Press [DVD]4 to select “DVD/CD”.
2Press [START]B to show the START menu.
3Press [3,4]8 to select “Setup” and press [OK]8.
4Press [3,4]8 to select menu and press [OK]8.
5Press [3,4]8 to select the item and press [OK]8.
6Press [3,4]8 to make the settings and press [OK]8.
Language menu
DisplayChoose the language for the on-screen messages.
≥English
≥Français≥Español
Audio§
Choose the audio language.
≥English
≥French≥Spanish
Subtitle§
Choose the subtitle language.
≥Auto≥English≥French≥Spanish
≥Off
SetupDisplay
Audio
Subtitle
DVD Menu: English
: English
: Off
: EnglishLanguage
Video
Audio
HDMI
Others
Set
RETURN
MenuItem
Current setting
DVD Menu§
Choose the language for disc menus.
≥English≥French≥Spa nis h
§
Some discs start in a certain language despite any changes you make 
here.
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the default 
language is played. There are discs where you can only switch the 
language from the menu screen (B11 ) .  
Video menu
TV AspectChoose the setting to suit your TV.
≥16:9
: Widescreen TV (16:9)
≥4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect TV (4:3)
The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it 
fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc).
≥4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect TV (4:3)
Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.
Time DelayWhen connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is 
out of sync with the video.
≥0ms/Auto
≥20ms≥40ms≥60ms
≥80ms≥100ms
When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or later” 
compatible TV (B14), select “0ms/Auto”.
Audio and video will automatically be set in sync.
Video ResolutionThis works only when the HDMI connection is being used.
Select suitable picture quality for your TV.
(Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition 
video.)
≥Auto
≥480i≥480p≥720p
≥1080i≥1080p
Ensure that your TV can support the resolution that you choose.
If a message screen appears, confirm your selection by pressing 
[2,1]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8. If the picture is distorted, wait 
for 15 seconds or press [2,1]8 to select “No”. To accept the setting, 
select “Yes” again.
HD JPEG Mode [JPEG] 
(This works only when using HDMI connection with “Video Resolution” 
(Babove) set to “Auto”, “720p”, “1080i” or “1080p”.)
≥On
: HD JPEG playback is available. (JPEG images will be displayed 
in original resolution.)
≥Off
During HD JPEG playback, there will be no on-screen menus (B13) and 
on-screen displays.
Black Level(This works only for video output from the VIDEO OUT terminal.)
Change the black level of the picture.
≥Lighter
≥Darker
Audio menu
≥Bitstream≥PCM
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RatingsSet a rating level to limit DVD-Video play.
Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)
≥1 to 7
≥8 No Limit
When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown.
The default password is “0000”.
Enter the 4-digit password with the numbered buttons, and press [OK]8.
You can change the default password (Bbelow)
Do not forget your password.
A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating 
level is inserted in the unit.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Set PasswordChange the password for “Ratings”.
When you change the password for the first time:
The default password is “0000”.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restore Default SettingsThis returns all values in the Setup menu to the default settings except the 
password and ratings level.
Press [2,1]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8.
Turn the unit off and on again.
Dynamic Range
≥On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low. Convenient for 
late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
≥Off
: The full dynamic range of the signal is reproduced.
Speaker SettingsSelect the delay time of the speakers.
(Effective only when “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode is selected 
in “Speaker layout” (B8, Easy setup).)
(Center and surround speakers only)
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 you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating 
position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.
If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table 
and change to the recommended setting.
a Center speakerb Surround speaker
Difference (Approx.)SettingDifference (Approx.)Setting
30 cm (1 foot) 1ms 150 cm (5 feet) 5ms
60 cm (2 feet) 2ms 300 cm (10 feet) 10ms
90 cm (3 feet) 3ms 450 cm (15 feet) 15ms
120 cm (4 feet) 4ms
150 cm (5 feet) 5ms
≥C Delay (Center Delay): 
0ms
, 1ms, 2ms, 3ms, 4ms, 5ms
Select the delay time for your center speaker.
≥LS/RS Delay (Left Surround/Right Surround Delay): 
0ms
, 5ms, 10ms, 15ms
Select the delay time for your surround speakers.
≥Te s t  To n e :
Use the test tone to listen to the speaker output to confirm speaker 
connections.
Test tone will be output to each channel in the following order.
Left, Center, Right, Surround Right, Surround Left, Subwoofer
To stop the test tone, press [RETURN]D.
HDMI menu
VIERA Link
≥On: The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function is available (B14).
≥Off
Audio Out
≥On: When audio output is from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. 
(Depending on the capabilities of the connected equipment, 
audio output may differ from the audio settings of the main unit.)
≥Off
: When audio output is not from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (The 
audio is output using the settings of the main unit.)
Power Off LinkSelect the desired power off link setting of this unit for VIERA Link operation 
(B14). (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 the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off except during the 
following conditions:
– audio playback ([CD])
– iPod/iPhone mode
– radio mode
– “AUX”, “ARC” or “D-IN” mode (non-selected TV audio setting 
for 
VIERA Link)
L
LS
R
SW
C
RS
C
RSLS

 

: 
: 
: 
Actual speaker position
Ideal speaker position
Primary listening 
distance
Approximate room dimensions
Circle of constant primary listening distance
TV AudioSelect the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link operations (B14).
≥AUX
≥ARC
≥DIGITAL IN
Others menu
Slide Show TimeSet the speed of the slideshow.
≥3 Seconds
≥5 Seconds≥10 Seconds≥15 Seconds
Easy setupYou can execute basic settings to optimize your home theater system. 
(B8)
FL DimmerChange the brightness of the unit’s display.
≥Bright
≥Dim: The display is dimmed.
≥Auto: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some 
operations.
FL Control
≥On (VOL 0): The unit’s display will turn off when the volume is 
adjusted to “0”.
≥Off
Screen SaverThis is to prevent burn marks on the TV screen.
≥Off
≥Wait 5 min
: If there is no operation for 5 minutes, the screen saver will 
be shown. The TV screen will resume when you perform 
some operations. (This does not work during playback.)
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Commercial discs
Recorded discs
≥Before playback, finalize the disc on the device it was recorded on.
≥It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some 
cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the 
recording method, or how the files were created (Bright, Tips for 
making data discs).
Blu-ray Discs, HD DVD, AVCHD discs, DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, 
DVD-ROM, DVD-VR, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, MP3 discs, WMA 
discs, DivX discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available 
on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to 
IEC62107.The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region 
number “1” or “ALL”.
e.g.
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc warping, 
rendering it unusable.
≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing 
instrument.
≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which 
prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented 
discs, etc.).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
≥There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and 
computer screen.
≥This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
DVD-R/RW
≥Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).
≥This unit does not support multi-session. Only the default session is 
played.
CD-R/RW
≥Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended 
formats).
≥This unit supports multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes 
more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum 
to avoid this.
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that 
came with the cloth.
Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause 
malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although 
this depends on the operating environment.
Discs that can be played
Type of media/
LogoRemarks Indicated as
DVD-VideoHigh quality movie and 
music discs[DVD-V]
Video CDMusic discs with video
Including SVCD 
(Conforming to IEC62107)[VCD]
CDMusic discs[CD]
Type of media/
LogoFormats Indicated as
DVD-R/RW≥DVD-Video Format
≥JPEG format [DVD-V]
[JPEG]
DVD-R DL≥DVD-Video Format[DVD-V]
rR/rRW/rRDL≥iVR (iR/iRW Video 
Recording) Format[DVD-V]
CD-R/RW≥CD-DA format
≥JPEG format[CD]
[JPEG]
Note about using a DualDisc
The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical 
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so 
playback may not be possible.
Discs that cannot be played
Region number
[DVD-V]
Disc handling precautions
Tips for making data discs
[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG”, “.jpeg”)
Disc: DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW
≥JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF Standard 
(Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0 are displayed.
– Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture 
editing software may not be displayed.
≥This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other 
such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF), or play 
pictures with attached audio.
Maintenance
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. Failure to 
do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.
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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 kg (22 Ibs) 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, and 
personal injury.
1 Drive a screw (not supplied) into the wall.
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).
∫TipsUse 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.
∫To prevent speakers from fallingFront speaker, Surround speaker, Center speaker
e.g. Front speakerBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt 
about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the 
following guide do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services 
Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 23.
No power.Insert the AC power supply cord securely. (B8)
The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.≥The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit. (B4)
≥The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode after 30 
minutes of inactivity. (B4)
Power of this unit is turned off when the input for the TV is 
changed.
This is normal when using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control 4 or later”. For 
details please read the operating instructions for the TV.
No response when any buttons are pressed.≥This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in this Owner’s 
Manual. (B18)
≥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.
No response when remote control buttons are pressed.≥Check that the battery is installed correctly. (B8)
≥The battery is depleted. Replace it with a new one. (B8)
≥Aim the remote control at the remote control signal sensor and operate. 
(B4)
Other products respond to the remote control.Change the remote control operating mode. (B4)
Cannot display the START menu.Remove the disc and then press [START]B again.
No picture or sound.≥Check the video or speaker connection. (B6, 7)
≥Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the 
main unit.
≥Check that the disc has something recorded on it.
≥During HD JPEG playback, there will be no video output from the 
VIDEO OUT terminal.
No on-screen menus/displays.[JPEG] This is normal during HD JPEG playback.
You have forgotten your ratings password.Reset all the settings to Factory Preset.
While “DVD/CD” is the source and there is no disc inserted, press and 
hold [< OPEN/CLOSE]2 on the main unit and [S10]2 on the remote 
control until “RESET” appears on the main unit’s display. Turn the unit off 
and on again.
All settings will return to the default values.
Some characters are not displayed correctly.Characters other than English alphabet and Arabic numerals may not be 
displayed correctly.
The VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function does not 
respond.
Depending on the condition of this unit or the connected equipment, it 
may be necessary to repeat the same operation so that the function can 
work correctly. (B14)
The setting you made in “TV Aspect” (B16, Video menu) or 
“Display” (B16, Language menu) does not work.
The settings for “TV Aspect”§1 and “Display”§2 will automatically follow the 
information from the TV. (B8, Easy setup)
§1 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 3 or 
later” compatible TV
§2 When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” with “HDAVI Control 2 or 
later” compatible TV
Speaker installation option
Attaching to a wall
e.g., Surround speaker
DO NOT DO
≥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.
At least 30 mm (13/16q)
‰7.0 mm to ‰9.4 mm
(9/32q to 3/8q)
Wall or pillar
5.5 mm to 7.5 mm (
7/32q to 5/16q)
‰4.0 mm (5/32q)




Front/Surround speaker Center speaker
A24 mm (
15/16q)
B116 mm (49/16q)
C40 mm (19/16q)
D40 mm (19/16q)
E18 mm (
23/32q)
F65 mm (29/16q)
G24 mm (15/16q)
H95.5 mm (325/32q)
I27 mm (11/16q)
WallScrew eye
(not supplied) String (not supplied)
Less than 
10 cm (315/16q)
Troubleshooting guide
Power
General operation
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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 [MENU]C to change to PBC on and then press [RETURN]D 
during playback.
Play does not start.If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be 
possible.
No subtitles.Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Menu 1) (B13)
Point B is automatically set.The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
The Setup menu cannot be accessed.Select “DVD/CD” as the source.
Sound is distorted.The format (sampling frequency, etc.) of the digital audio input is not 
supported by this unit.
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.
≥If the input source is bitstream, set the sound setting to PCM on the 
external equipment.
≥When using the HDMI output, audio may not output from other 
terminals.
No sound from the TV.≥If the TV is not ARC compatible and only the HDMI connection is used, 
an extra audio connection is necessary. (B7)
≥Confirm the audio connection. Press [EXT-IN]4 to select the 
corresponding source. (B7, 9)
≥When using the HDMI connection, ensure that “Audio Out” in the HDMI 
menu is set to “On”. (B17)
No sound from the surround speakers.≥When using the “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode, press 
[SURROUND]; to select “MULTI-CH”. (B10)
≥When using the “Front layout (Alternative)” mode, press 
[SURROUND]; to select “A.SRD”. (B10)
The picture on the TV is not displayed correctly or 
disappears.
≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the TV, and is not 
connected through a VCR. (B7)
≥Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.
≥If you are using an indoor TV antenna, change to an outdoor antenna.
≥The TV antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.
≥Reduce the number of connected HDMI devices.
≥When using the HDMI AV OUT terminal, ensure that an incompatible 
video output with the connected TV is not selected. Set the “Video 
Resolution” in Video menu to “480p”. (B16)
≥Video images converted to 1920k1080 resolution may look different 
from the true native 1080p full-HD sources. This is not a malfunction of 
the main unit.
Picture size does not fit the screen.≥Change “TV Aspect” in the Video menu. (B16)
≥Use the TV to change the aspect.
≥Change the zoom setting. (“Zoom” in Menu 2) (B13)
≥[JPEG] This is normal during HD JPEG playback. Set “HD JPEG Mode” 
to “Off” if you want to perform zoom function. (B16)
Menu is not displayed correctly.Restore the zoom ratio to “Normal”. (“Zoom” in Menu 2) (B13)
Display is distorted.[JPEG] This is normal when the display switches to/from HD JPEG 
playback.
Cannot charge or operate.≥Check the iPod/iPhone connection. (B15)
≥The battery of the iPod/iPhone is depleted. Charge the iPod/iPhone, 
and then operate again.
≥The main unit was switched to standby mode. (When recharging the 
iPod/iPhone battery, ensure recharging starts before switching the main 
unit to standby mode.)
There is ghosting when HDMI 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 HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “Video Resolution” in Video menu 
to “480i”. Or, disable the HDMI connection and use the other video 
connection. (B7, 16)
Closed captions not displayed.When HDMI progressive output is used, closed captions will not be 
displayed.
Distorted sound or noise is heard.Adjust the position of the FM antenna.
A beat sound is heard.Try to keep a certain amount of distance between the antenna and the TV.
Stations cannot be selected.Change the FM frequency step.
1Press [RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [< OPEN/CLOSE]2 on the main unit.
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current lowest 
frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The lowest frequency 
changes and the step is changed.
If noise is excessive.Change the audio to be output as monaural.
Press and hold [PLAY MODE]9 to select “MONO”.
The sound becomes monaural.
≥To cancel the mode, press and hold the button again until “AUTO ST” is 
displayed. (The mode is also cancelled when you change the 
frequency.)
In normal circumstances, select “AUTO ST”.
Disc operation
Sound
Picture
iPod/iPhone operation
HDMI progressive video
Radio
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