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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. 
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) (B14)
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.When using the HDMI output, audio may not 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.
≥If the input source is bitstream, set the sound setting to PCM on the 
external equipment.
≥During playback of DTS source, there will be no sound from the 
speakers. Select a different audio source (e.g. Dolby Digital). (B13)
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, 10)
≥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”. (B11 )
≥When using the “Front layout (Alternative)” mode, press 
[SURROUND]; to select “A.SRD”. (B11 )
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) (B14)
≥[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) (B14)
Display is distorted.[JPEG] This is normal when the display switches to/from HD JPEG 
playback.
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.
≥Use an outdoor antenna. (B7)
A beat sound is heard.Turn the TV off or move it away from the unit.
“/”The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
“/ Incorrect Disc 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. (B18)
Disc operation
Sound
Picture
HDMI progressive video
Radio
TV displays
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	1 Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.
Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Front Ch
Surround Ch
Center Ch
Subwoofer Ch55 W per channel (5≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
55 W per channel (5≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
55 W per channel (5≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
55 W per channel (5≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 330 W
FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Front Ch
Surround Ch
Center Ch
Subwoofer Ch25 W per channel (5≠), 120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 % THD
25 W per channel (5≠), 120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 % THD
26 W per channel (5≠), 120 Hz to 20 kHz, 1 % THD
34 W per channel (5≠), 20 Hz to 300 Hz, 1 % THD
Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power 160 W
FM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
Preset MemoryFM 30 stations
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Frequency range 87.9 MHz to 107.9 MHz (200-kHz step)
87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz (100-kHz step)
Antenna terminals 75≠ (unbalanced)
Digital audio input
Optical digital input
Sampling frequencyOptical terminal
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Music Port (Front)
Sensitivity 100 mV, 6.8 k≠
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm (
1/8z) jack
DISC SECTION
Discs played [8 cm (3q) or 12 cm (5q)]
(1) DVD (DVD-Video)
(2) DVD-R (DVD-Video, MP3
§2, 4, JPEG§3, 4)
(3) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video)
(4) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, MP3
§2, 4, JPEG§3, 4)
(5)iR/iRW (Video)
(6)iR DL (Video)
(7) CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD
§1, MP3§2, 4, JPEG§3, 4)
§1 Conforming to IEC62107
§2 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3, MPEG-2.5 Layer 3
§3 Exif Ver 2.0 JPEG Baseline files
Picture resolution: 
16:9 min. size 4k4, max. size (720k8)k(405k8); 
4:3 min. size 4k4, max. size (720k8)k(540k8)
§4 The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio and 
picture contents and groups: 1900 audio and picture contents and 
189 groups. (Excluding Root folder)
Pick up
Wavelength (DVD/CD) 655 / 790 nm
Laser power For U.S.A.
For CanadaCLASS II
CLASS 1M
Audio output (Disc)
Number of channels 5.1 ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)
VIDEO SECTION
Video systemNTSC
Composite video output
Output level
Terminal1Vp-p (75≠)
Pin jack (1 system)
HDMI AV output
Terminal 19-pin type A connector
HDAVI ControlThis unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
SPEAKER SECTION
[Front\speakers\SB-HF70]
Ty p e
Speaker unit(s)1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5≠
Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2q) Cone type
Output sound pressure
Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [Weight]80 dB/W (1 m)
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB)
150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
80 mmk119 mmk68 mm
(3
5/32qk411/16qk211/16q)
0.32 kg (0.71 lbs)
[Surround\speakers\SB-HS70]
Ty p e
Speaker unit(s)1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5≠
Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2z) Cone type
Output sound pressure
Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [Weight]80 dB/W (1 m)
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB)
150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
80 mmk119 mmk68 mm
(3
5/32qk411/16qk211/16q)
0.32 kg (0.71 lbs)
[Center\speaker\SB-HC70]
Ty p e
Speaker unit(s)1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5≠
Full range 6.5 cm (2
1/2z) Cone type
Output sound pressure
Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [Weight]80 dB/W (1 m)
100 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB)
150 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB)
80 mmk11 9 m mk68 mm
(3
5/32qk411/16qk211/16q)
0.39 kg (0.86 lbs)
[Subwoofer\SB-HW22]
Ty p e
Speaker unit(s)1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Impedance 5≠
Woofer 12 cm (4
3/4z) Cone type
Output sound pressure
Frequency range
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [Weight]79 dB/W (1 m)
35 Hz to 350 Hz (j16 dB)
40 Hz to 200 Hz (j10 dB)
153 mmk230 mmk233 mm
(6
1/32zk91/16zk93/16z)
2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
GENERAL
Power supplyAC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption
Dimensions (WtHtD)
Mass [Weight]
Operating temperature range
Operating humidity rangeMain unit 47 W
360 mmk48 mmk273 mm
(14
3/16zk17/8zk103/4z)
Main unit 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
0oC to r40oC (r32oF to r104oF)
35 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)
Power consumption in standby modeapprox. 0.4 W
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Home Audio Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or 
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as 
“the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart 
below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), 
at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, 
(b) replace it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) 
refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will 
be made by the warrantor.
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. 
During the “Parts” warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This 
Limited Warranty excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable 
batteries, antennas, and cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only 
applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto 
Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new 
product which was not sold “as is”.
Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceTo find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or call 
1-800-211-PANA (7262).
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all accessories, and send 
it prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton. When 
shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at 
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling
 as Panasonic is committed to 
providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the 
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where 
you can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the 
Limited Warranty.
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE 
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
Limited Warranty Limits And ExclusionsThis warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or 
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic 
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which 
occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not 
supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, 
abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, 
set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper 
maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, 
introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, 
office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service 
by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized 
Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED 
UNDER “LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS 
NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT 
OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes 
damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of or damage 
to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. The items 
listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE 
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD 
OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty 
lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. 
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other 
rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product 
develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer 
or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then 
write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses 
listed for the warrantor.
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
As of December 2010
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Product or Part Name Parts Labor
Audio Products (except items below) 1 year 1 year
DVD Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
Home Theater Audio System 1 year 1 year
USB Reader-writer, PC Card 
Adapters (defective exchange)1 yearNot 
Applicable
Accessories: Headphones, cartridges, 
Microphones, Adapters90 days 90 days
Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-RAM 
Disc (defective exchange)10 daysNot 
Applicable
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Packs (defective exchange)90 daysNot 
Applicable
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; 
locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase 
Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and 
Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.panasonic.com/help
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for 
all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
Or, send your request by E-mail to:
[email protected]
You may also contact us directly at:
1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) 
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American 
Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
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Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3
PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY
Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stated below 
from the date of original purchase agrees to, at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a 
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision to repair, replace or refund will be made by Panasonic Canada 
Inc. 
Technics Audio Product - One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic BD/DVD Product - One (1) year, parts and labour
Panasonic Audio Receivers - One (1) year, parts and labour
Home Theater Systems Product - One (1) year, parts and labour 
This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above 
sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was 
delivered to you in new condition in the original packaging.
IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE HEREUNDER, A PURCHASE RECEIPT OR OTHER PROOF OF DATE OF 
ORIGINAL PURCHASE, SHOWING AMOUNT PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE
 IS REQUIRED 
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. 
The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic 
Canada Inc., or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up 
adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, 
humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an 
Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.
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 RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT 
OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this warranty excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the 
Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or recorded content. This list of items is not exhaustive, but for 
illustration only.)
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. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights 
which vary depending on your province or territory.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For product operation and information assistance, please contact:
PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE
Customer Care Centre: Telephone #: 1-800-561-5505
Fax #: (905) 238-2360
Email link: “Support 
# contact us # email” on www.panasonic.ca
PRODUCT REPAIRS
Please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre.
Link: “Support # Panasonic Servicentre® locator” on www.panasonic.ca
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.
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
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							[For[U.S.A.]and]Puerto]Rico]Panasonic Consumer Electronics 
Company, Division of Panasonic 
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com [For[Canada]
Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T3
www.panasonic.ca
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C Panasonic Corporation 2011RQTX1326-1P
Printed in Singapore
F0211SA1031
User memo:THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
DATE OF PURCHASE ___ ________________________________________
D E A L E R  N A M E   _________________________________________________
D E A L E R  A D D R E S S  _____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________ T E L E P H O N E  N U M B E R   _________________________________________
The model number and serial number of this product can be found 
on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future 
reference.
MODEL NUMBER  _______________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER  _______________________________________________
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the 
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. 
If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask 
for the correct method of disposal.
As an ENERGY STAR  Partner,  Panasonic has determined that
this product meets the ENERGY STAR  guidelines for energy efficiency.
®
®
For Canada only: The word “Participant” is 
used in place of the word Partner.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses and can radiate ra dio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 
this equipment does cause harmful in terference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 
on, the user is encouraged to try to  correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would 
void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
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