Panasonic Home Theater Audio System Sc-ht40 Operating Instructions

							
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Control guide
MUSICMOVIE
SFC
 -EFFECT    C.FOCUS -LEVEL
 TEST
ENTER
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTING
VOLUME
TOP MENU
FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR
SUB MENU/PLAY LISTRETURN
SUBWOOFER
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STOPPAUSEPLAY
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DVR/DVD-P TUNER
BAND
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TUNER
DIRECT TUNING
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[^, RECEIVER]
Standby/on button.
Remote control
[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0]
To enter radio frequencies and channels.
[≧10]
To enter two digit channels.
[TUNER DIRECT TUNING]
To enable selection of radio stations by frequency.
This page describes the buttons used to control this unit. See the guide starting page 19 for the buttons that control other units.
[OFF]
To cancel Dolby Pro LogicΙΙ, SFC, and SURROUND MUSIC.
[% PLΙΙ]
For selecting a Dolby Pro LogicΙΙ mode: MOVIE, MUSIC or PANORAMA.
[MUSIC]
For selecting SFC modes: LIVE, POP/ROCK, VOCAL, JAZZ, DANCE or PARTY.
[MOVIE]
For selecting SFC modes: DRAMA, ACTION, SPORTS, MUSICAL, GAME or MONO.
Control guide
[TUNER, ―BAND]
F o r   s w i t c h i n g   t h e   r e m o t e   c o n t r o l   t o TUNER mode and selecting TUNER.After selecting TUNER, press and hold to switch between FM and AM.
[SUBWOOFER]
For selecting subwoofer level.
[u, 2, i, 1, SKIP]
For selecting preset radio channels.
[-EFFECT, ―C.FOCUS]
Use when adjusting Dolby Pro LogicΙΙ or SFC effects.Press and hold to select center focus mode.
[-, +]
F i r s t   s e l e c t   [ - E F F E C T ]   o r   [ - L E V E L , 
3TEST], then press [-] or [+] to adjust.
[-LEVEL, ―TEST]
Use when adjusting speaker level.
Press  and  hold  to  start  the  speaker  test 
signal.
[TV] [DVR/DVD-P] 
Input  mode  and  remote  control  mode buttons.
[MUTING]
To mute the volume.
[+, -, VOLUME]
To adjust the volume.

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Control guide
POWER INPUT SELECT ORTUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUP
MUSIC PORT
V
OLUMEENTER SURROUND
MUSIC
TUNEDMONOSLEEP PCMST
ft
kHz
MHz
DIGITAL  INPUT
DIGITAL  DTS
PL    2CH MIX     SFCM W
C.FOCUS
Control guide
[8, POWER] 
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode 
or  vice  versa.  In  standby  mode,  the  unit  is  still 
consuming a small amount of power.
Main unit
Display
Remote control signal sensor
[SURROUND MUSIC]
For turning on the surround music mode (➡ page 16).•
[-MENU, ―SETUP, 
RETURN]
For  entering  menus  to make various settings.For returning to previous menus.
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[TUNE, 3, 4] 
For  tuning  the  radio 
and  selecting  menu 
or setup items.
[MUSIC PORT]
You  can  playback  sound  from  portable  audio equipment.
R e d u c e   t h e   v o l u m e   t o   m i n i m u m   b e f o r e 
connecting and disconnecting the equipment.Use an audio cord for connection.
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[ft, kHz, MHz]
Distance  and  frequency  unit indicatorsft: feet (speaker distance)kHz: AM, or PCM sampling frequencyMHz: FM
[TUNED, ST, MONO]
Radio indicatorsTUNED: A station is tunedST: A stereo FM broadcast is tunedMONO: You have switched to monaural mode to improve reception
[SLEEP]
Sleep timer indicator.
General display
Shows the input mode, radio frequency and other general information.
[ENTER]
Used  during  menu  or setup operations.
[W]
Lights  when  you  are  using  the  digital transceiver (➡ page 5).
Flashes  when  there  is  no  link  between 
the  main  unit  and  the  wireless  system 
( F o r   d e t a i l s ,   r e f e r   t o   t h e   o p e r a t i n g 
instructions for SH-FX60). 
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[M]
F l a s h e s   o r   l i g h t s 
d u r i n g   a u t o m a t i c 
presetting.

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POWER INPUT SELECT ORTUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUP
MUSIC PORT
V
OLUMEENTER SURROUND
MUSIC

TUNEDMONOSLEEP PCMST
ft
kHz
MHz
DIGITAL  INPUT
DIGITAL  DTS
PL    2CH MIX     SFCM W
C.FOCUS

Main unit
[% DIGITAL, DTS, % PL ΙΙ]
Lights to indicate the source's input signal and decoding format used.
% DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sourcesDTS: DTS sources
% PL ΙΙ: Dolby Pro LogicΙΙ decoder is being used
Display
[SFC, 2CH MIX]
SFC: Appears when you are using an SFC mode2CH MIX: Appears when you are listening to a multi-channel source with headphones
[INPUT SELECTOR, ]  
For selecting input. 
Control guide/Making a recording/
The RESET function
[VOLUME]
Volume control.
[   ]
Headphone jackPlug type: 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo
Sound  does  not  come  from  the  speakers  if 
you connect headphones.
Avoid  listening  for  prolonged  periods  of  time 
to prevent hearing damage.
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PO WER INPUT SELECTORTUNEMENU
RETURNSETUP
MUSIC PORT
VOLUMEENTERSURROUNDMUSIC
INPUT SELEC TOR
Making a recording
You can record to a unit connected to DVR/DVD-P OUT.You can record any analog source except DVR/DVD-P IN.
1.  Press [INPUT SELECTOR < or >] to select the source to be recorded.
2.  Begin recording.
  Follow your recording unit's operating instructions.
3.  Start the source to be recorded.
This  unit  cannot  record  digital  sources.  Connect  through  the analog terminals and select "ANALOG" input (➡ page 18).
Note
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”,  “Pro  Logic”  and  the  double-D  symbol  are  trademarks 
of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS”  and  “DTS  Digital  Surround”  are  registered  trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
[PCM, C. FOCUS]
PCM: Lights when the PCM FIX mode is setC.FOCUS: Appears when you are using Center Focus
[DIGITAL INPUT]
L i g h t s   w h e n   i n p u t   i s digital.
PO WER INPUT SELECTORTUNEMENU
RETURNSETUP
MUSIC PORT
VOLUMEENTERSURROUNDMUSIC
TUNEMENU
RETURN
SETUPENTER
The RESET function
The  operation  settings  for  the  unit  will  be  initialized  to  the settings made at the time of shipment.However, any preset radio stations will not be erased.
1.  Press and hold [―SETUP] to enter the setup menu.
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "RESET" ➡ [ENTER].
3.  Press [TUNE +] to select "RESET YES" 
 ➡ [ENTER].  To cancel, select "RESET NO".

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MENU operation
This  is  an  outline  of  the  operations  you  can  perform  with the MENU.
TUNETUNETUNE
T U N E RF M   M O D E
M E M O RY
AUTO   M E M O
T U N E   M O D E
AU T O
E X I T
E X I T
M O N O
M E M O     C H   1
M E M O     C H 3 0
S TA RT
M A N U A L
P R E S E T
B E AT   P R O O FM O D E   1
M O D E   2
B A S S           0
T R E B L E       0
B A L A N C E
D I M M E R   O F FD I M M E R   O F F
D I M M E R           1
D I M M E R           2
D I M M E R           3
S L E E P     O F F
B A S S       - 1 0
B A S S       + 1 0
T R E B L E   - 1 0
T R E B L E   + 1 0
S L E E P     O F F
S L E E P       3 0
S L E E P       6 0
S L E E P       9 0
S L E E P     1 2 0
L R
2
1
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ENTERENTERENTERENTER
MENU
RETURN SETUP
C A N C E L
Main menuSub menu 1Sub menu 2Exit
Press repeatedly until "EXIT" appears. 
Press [ENTER] to completely exit the 
menu mode.
MENU operation
PO
WER INPUT SELECT ORTUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUP
MUSIC PORT
VOLUMEENTER
SURROUND
MUSIC
TUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUPENTER
Press [-MENU] once.
The radio ➡ page 15
Adjust the bass ➡ page 16
Adjust the treble ➡ page 16
You  can  adjust  the  balance  of 
the front speakers ➡ page 16
D i m   t h e   d i s p l a y   f o r   b e t t e r 
viewing in a darkened room 
➡ page 17
The  SLEEP  timer  can  turn  the 
unit off after a set time 
➡ page 17
Press repeatedly until "EXIT" appears. 
Press [ENTER] to completely exit the 
menu mode.
(TUNER FM only)
(TUNER AM only)
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1.  Press [-MENU] to select "TUNER" ➡ "TUNE MODE".
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "PRESET" ➡ [ENTER].  Select "MANUAL" to cancel.
3. After exiting the menu:  Press [TUNE - or +].
The radio
MUSIC MOVIESFC
 -EFFECT
    C.FOCUS -LEVEL
 TEST
ENTER
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTIN
G
VOLUME
TOP MENU
FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR
SUB MENU/
PLAY LIST
RETURN
SUBWOOFER
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SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSE PLAY
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MENU
RETUR
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SETUP
MUSIC PO
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VOLUMEENTER SURR
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MUSIC
21
MENU
RETURN SETUPENTER
TUNEINPUT SELECT
OR
The radio
Press [INPUT SELECTOR < or >] 
to select "TUNER FM" or "TUNER 
AM".
Select the frequency.
Auto  tuning  starts  if  you  press  and hold the button. 
Direct tuning
Input the frequency of the station.
Remote control
1.  Press [TUNER, ―BAND] to select "TUNER".
2.  Press and hold [TUNER, ―BAND] to select "TUNER FM" or "TUNER AM".
3.  Press [TUNER DIRECT TUNING].
4.  Press the numbered buttons to enter the 
frequency.e.g. To select 107.9 MHz, press [1] → [0] → [7] → [9]
If  you  do  not  press  a  button  while  the  cursor  is  flashing,  the 
display returns to the frequency being received.
If  the  frequency  has  not  been  input  correctly,  "ERROR"  will 
be displayed.
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Automatic presetting
The FM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 1 to 
30. The AM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 
21  to  30  (FM  stations  are  replaced  if  any  were  preset  in  these 
channels).Preparation: Tune to either FM 87.9 MHz or AM 530 kHz.
Main unit
1.  Press [-MENU] to select "TUNER" ➡ "AUTO MEMO".
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "START" ➡ [ENTER].  Select "CANCEL" to cancel.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels 
in ascending order.
During  automatic  presetting,  the  memory  indicator  (M)  flashes 
and  the  frequency  scrolls.  The  memory  indicator  and  channel 
numbers are displayed for a second when a station is preset.
The  last  station  to  be  preset  is  displayed  when  presetting 
finishes.
Manual presetting
Preset the stations one at a time.Preparation: Tune to the station you want to preset.
Main unit
1.  Press [-MENU] to select "TUNER" ➡ "MEMORY".
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select the channel 
 ➡ [ENTER].("STORED" lights.)
For your referenceFM stations can also be preset in the MONO mode.
Selecting channels
Remote control
1.  Press [TUNER, ―BAND] to select "TUNER".
2.  Press [SKIP 2 or 1].orPress the numbered buttons.For channels 1 to 9, press the corresponding number.For channels 10 or over, press [≧10], then the two digits.e.g. To select channel 21: [≧10] → [2] → [1]
Y o u   c a n   i m p r o v e   F M   r e c e p t i o n   b y   s w i t c h i n g   r e c e p t i o n   t o 
monaural. Main unit
1.  Press [-MENU] to select "TUNER" ➡ "FM MODE".
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "MONO" ➡ [ENTER].  Select "AUTO" to cancel.
Main unit
Reducing excessive noise
During FM stereo receptionDuring AM reception
When there is a lot of noise interference with an AM broadcast, 
try switching this mode.
1.  Press [-MENU] to select "TUNER" ➡ "BEAT PROOF".
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "MODE 1" or "MODE 
2" ➡ [ENTER].
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Sound field
Adjusting the tone
You can adjust the level of the bass and treble.
1.  Use the menus to select "BASS" or "TREBLE".
  ➡
 MENU operation on page 14.
2.  Press [-] or [+] to adjust the tone.
Input  signals  must  be  either  analog  or  PCM,  and  Dolby  Pro 
LogicΙΙ and SFC must be off (➡ page 10).
Balance
You can adjust the balance of the front speakers.
1.  Use the menus to select "BALANCE".
  ➡
 MENU operation on page 14.
2.  Press [-] or [+] to adjust the balance.
Subwoofer level
Press [SUBWOOFER]. 
Adjust the level in 5 steps:SUBW MIN, SUBW 5, SUBW 10, SUBW 15 and SUBW MAX.Select "SUBW - - -" to stop output.
Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while subwoofer 
level is high. Reduce subwoofer level if this occurs.
Remote control
Note
MUSIC MOVIE
SFC
 -EFFECT
    C.FOCUS -LEVEL
 TEST
ENTER
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTING
VOLUME
TOP MENU
FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR
SUB MENU
/
PLAY LISTRETURN
SUBWOOFER
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SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSE PLAY
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SYSTEMRECEIVER
DVR/DVD-P TUNER
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TUNER
DIRECT TUNING
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SUBWOOFER
 -EFFECT
    C.FOCUS
OFFPOWER INPUT SELECT ORTUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUP
MUSIC PO
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VOLUMEENTER SURR
OUND
MUSIC
TUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUPENTER
SURR
OUND
MUSIC
Sound field
You  can  adjust  the  effect  of  the  Dolby  Pro  Logic ΙΙ  MUSIC  and PANORAMA modes (➡ page 10).
This  adjustment  helps  you  realize  a  more  natural  sound  image 
when listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers 
to  improve  the  overall  front  image,  or  add  sound  to  the  center 
speaker to fix the center image.
You  can  choose  a  level  between  0  (the  center  speaker  is 
dominant) and 7 (center sound is spread out).The default level is 3.
1.  Press [-EFFECT, ―C.FOCUS] to select "C-WDTH".
2.  Press [-] or [+] to adjust the effect.
Remote control
Dimension Control "DIMEN"
You  can  adjust  the  effect  of  the  Dolby  Pro  Logic ΙΙ  MUSIC  and PANORAMA modes (➡ page 10).
You  can  make  up  for  differences  in  the  output  level  of  the  front 
and surround speakers.
You  can  choose  a  level  between  -3  and  +3:  Increase  the  level 
to move sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the 
surround speakers.The default level is 0.
1.  Press [-EFFECT, ―C.FOCUS] to select "DIMEN".
2.  Press [-] or [+] to adjust the effect.
Remote control
Center Width Control "C-WDTH"
Main unit
Main unit
Surround music
This  mode  outputs  the  same  sound  to  all  the  speakers  so  that 
you  hear  the  same  sound  wherever  you  are  in  the  room.  Use  it 
when the speakers and listeners are spread out.
Press [SURROUND MUSIC].
The button lights.
To cancel, press [SURROUND MUSIC] again or press [OFF] on 
the remote control.
The mode cancels if you connect headphones.You cannot use this when input is "REAR MUSIC PORT".
The effect will not be as good with some multi-channel sound sources, so 
turn it off if this is the case.
Note
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Sound field/Other functions
Adjusting SFC effects
You  can  adjust  the  sound  field  by  adjusting  the  level  of  the 
speakers  and  the  delay  time  of  the  surround  speakers.  These 
adjustments can be made for each SFC mode.
To adjust the speaker level
1.  Press [-LEVEL, 
―TEST] to select the speaker channel.  Each time you press the button:
  C → SR → SL → SUBW
2.  Press [-] or [+] to adjust the level.
  C, SR, and SL: -10 dB to +10 dB
  SUBW: - - - (off) ↔ MIN ↔ 1 - 19 ↔ MAX
Remote control
To adjust the delay time
1.  Press [-EFFECT, 
―C.FOCUS].
2.  Press [-] or [+] to change the delay time.
  The default setting is 50 mSEC. (10 mSEC - 100 mSEC)
MUSIC MOVIE
SFC
 -EFFECT
    C.FOCUS -LEVEL
 TEST
ENTER
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTING
VOLUME
TOP MENU
FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR
SUB MENU/
PLAY LISTRETURN
SUBWOOFER
12 3
7
0
89
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4 56
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%PL
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSE PLAY
^     AV 
SYSTEMRECEIVER
DVR/DVD-P TUNER
BAND
TVTV
OFF
t y
^
TUNER
DIRECT TUNING
i
 -EFFECT    C.FOCUS-LEVEL
 TEST
Remote control
Center focus
Use  with  discs  where  the  dialogue  is  recorded  in  the  center channel.
You  can  make  the  sound  of  the  center  speaker  seem  like  it  is 
coming from within the television.
Press and hold [-EFFECT, ―C.FOCUS].
Remote control
"C.FOCUS" lights.The factory setting is off.
You  cannot  use  this  when  the  sound  mode  is  STEREO  or 
SURROUND MUSIC.
Dimmer
Dim the display for better viewing in a darkened room.
1.  Use the menus to select "DIMMER".
  ➡
 MENU operation on page 14.
2.  Press [-] or [+] to select the level (1, 2, or 3) or 
OFF.
Sleep timer
The SLEEP timer can turn the unit off after a set time.It does not control any other components.
1.  Use the menus to select "SLEEP".
  ➡
 MENU operation on page 14.
2.  Press [-] or [+] to select the time (in minutes).
  The display changes as follows:
  SLEEP  OFF ↔   SLEEP  30 ↔  SLEEP  60 ↔  SLEEP  90 ↔ SLEEP 120
To check the setting1. Press [-MENU] to enter the main menu.2. Press [TUNE - or +] to select "SLEEP".The time remaining appears.
To change the settingRepeat the procedure from the beginning.
Muting
Press [MUTING]. 
To cancelPress [MUTING] again.Muting also cancels when you switch the unit to standby.
Remote control
Other functions
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTING
VOLUME
SUBWOOFER
12 3
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SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
STOPPAUSE PLAY
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SYSTEMRECEIVER
DVR/DVD-P TUNER
BAND
TVTV
t y
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MUTING
PO WER INPUT SELEC TORTUNEMENURETURNSETUP
MUSIC PORT
VOLUMEENTERSURROUNDMUSIC
TUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUPENTER
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Other settings
Other settings
POWER INPUT SELECTORTUNE
MENU
RETURN SETUP
MUSIC PO
RT
VOLUMEENTER SURR
OUND
MUSIC
TUNEMENU
RETURN
SETUPENTER
Setting descriptions 
  INPUT MODE (Input mode)
  This  unit  automatically  detects  whether  input  is  digital  or 
analog, but you can fix the input mode.
AUTO: The unit automatically detects whether input is digital  
or analog.
  ANALOG: Select to make the unit accept analog input.
  DIG: Select to make the unit accept digital input.
  PCMFIX
1: Select to input to PCM.
A
  DRCOMP (Dynamic range compression)
  Change this setting to listen to software recorded with Dolby  Digital  at  low  volume  (such  as  late  at  night)  and  maintain 
audio clarity. It reduces the peak level in loud scenes without 
affecting the sound field.
  OFF:
  The  software  is  played  with  the  original  dynamic  range 
(factory setting).
  STANDARD: 
  The  level  recommended  by  the  producer  of  the  software  for 
household viewing.
  MAX:
  The  maximum  allowable  compression  (recommended  for 
night viewing).
B
  ATTENUATOR (A/D Attenuator)
  Turn the A/D attenuator on if "OVERFLOW" lights frequently 
when using 2-channel analog input.
C
  DTS-PCM
  If  you  are  playing  a  DTS  CD  that  contains  both  DTS  and 
PCM, but it isn't playing properly, then select "YES".
  If this causes noise to occur, return the setting to "NO". (This 
setting is effective for each digital source.)
D
Changing the settings 
1.  Press and hold [―SETUP] to enter the setup menu.
2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select the item you want to 
change ➡ [ENTER].
3.  Change the settings.
 INPUT MODE
  1.  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "TV" or "DVR" ➡ [ENTER].
  2.  Press [TUNE - or +] to change the setting.
  The display changes as follows:
  AUTO 
↔ ANALOG ↔ DIG ↔ PCMFIX
 DRCOMP
  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "OFF", "STANDARD" or 
"MAX".
 ATTENUATOR
  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "OFF" or "ON".
  DTS-PCM
  Press [TUNE - or +] to select "NO" or "YES".
4.  Press [RETURN] repeatedly until "EXIT" appears 
➡ [ENTER].
A
B
C
D
1In  rare  cases,  the  unit  may  have  trouble  recognizing  PCM  signals  and  this  may  cause  the  beginnings  of  tracks  to  be  cut  off. Select “PCMFIX” if this occurs.
With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS FIX mode if this occurs.
  To engage the DTS FIX mode:
  Press and hold 
[-MENU] and [ENTER] at the same time.
  "DTS" lights.
  To cancel the DTS FIX mode:
 Press and hold [-MENU] and [ENTER] at the same time. The mode cancels when input mode is set to AUTO or when the unit is turned off.
  When a FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may cause noise to be output. If this occurs, select an 
input mode other than PCMFIX, or cancel the DTS FIX mode.
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MENU
MENU
MENU
MUSICMOVIE
SFC
 -EFFECT
    C.FOCUS -LEVEL
 TEST
ENTER
VOLUME
TV/VIDEO
MUTING
VOLUME
TOP MENU
FUNCTIONSDIRECT NAVIGATOR
SUB MENU/
PLAY LIST
RETURN
SUBWOOFER
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STOPPAUSEPLAY
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TV
     AV 
SYSTEM
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TV/VIDEO
DVR/DVD-P
DVR/DVD-P
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Remote control operation guide
This remote control can operate Panasonic DVD recorders, DVD players, and televisions.Note that this remote control cannot operate some equipment and that it may not be able to perform some operations.
DVD
Watching DVDs
Switch on
Switch on the television and select input
Switch on the player and start play
Switch off
Operating the DVD recorder/DVD player
Show disc menus
Show disc menus
Show player menus Select  and  enter 
menu items Start  play  from  a 
selected item
Skip items during play
Search through the disc
Clear  menus  or  return 
to  previous menus
Start slow-motion play
To view frame-by-frameStop playPause play
Remote control operation guide
Before using a Panasonic DVD recorder or player
DVD recorderChange the remote control code to match the remote control code of the DVD recorder.
1.  Check the remote control code of the DVD recorder.
2.  For about one second hold down both [ENTER] and the numbered button ([1], [2] or [3]) (the same as the remote control code of 
the DVD recorder).The factory setting is [1].
DVD playerChange the remote control code so you can operate a DVD player.For about one second hold down both [ENTER] and [4].

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Remote control operation guide
Remote control operation guide/
Product service
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service ―  The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.2. Servicing ― Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.3. Replacement parts ― When parts need replacing ensure the servicer 
uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same 
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may 
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
4. Safety check ― After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform 
safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
The servicer will require all components to service your system.Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire system.
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 22.
In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 
905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized         
Servicentre closest to you.
Product information
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS 
TELEPHONE NUMBER 
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 
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