Panasonic Home Theater Audio System Sc Htr310 Operating Instructions

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Functions and settings
Reducing 
standby power 
consumption
(Standby mode)
Standby through function 
(  pages 25 and 38) 
does not work in this 
mode if you have 
connected through the 
HDMI terminal.
VIERA Link “HDAVI 
Control” (  page 28) will 
not function when this 
system is off.
  Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
2 1
Press   to select “HDMI”.
3 Press   to select “STNBY”.
STNBY, CTRL
5
Press   a few times to select 
“EXIT”.
Press
OFF : Standby power consumption reduced    
          (approx. 0.3 W) 
ON : Normal standby power consumption
4Press   to select “OFF”.
Factory setting: ON
Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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Press  to 
confirm.
Press  to 
confirm. Press  to 
confirm.
Press  to 
confirm.
  Return to previous menu/cancel.
Adjusting the time 
lag by delaying 
audio output 
when pictures on 
TV arrives after 
sounds
2 1Press   to select “TV DELAY”.
3 Press   to select setting.
AUTO, OFF, 10, 20, 30, 40Factory setting: AUTO
4 Press   a few times to select 
“EXIT”.
Press
Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
Press   to 
confirm.
Press   to 
confirm.
Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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  Return to previous menu/cancel.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY,  
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, 
RESET, EXIT
  Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
 Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
2 1
Press   to select “HDMI”.
3 Press   to select “CTRL”.
STNBY, CTRL
5
Press   a few times to select 
“EXIT”.
Press
OFF : When the operation is not linked
ON : When the operation is linked
4Press   to select “OFF”.
Factory setting: ON
Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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Press  to 
confirm.
Press  to 
confirm. Press  to 
confirm.
Press  to 
confirm.
  Return to previous menu/cancel.
Setting VIERA Link  
“HDAVI Control” to  
“OFF”

  For only combination with Panasonic TV 
(VIERA) Supporting HDAVI Control 3.
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Functions and settings
Functions and settings
1Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
Switching the 
attenuator
Switch the attenuator  
“ON ” when big sounds 
become distorted while 
playing an analog input 
source.
2 Press   to select 
“ATTENUATOR”. Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY,  
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, 
RESET, EXIT
3 Press   to select “ON”.
ON, OFFFactory setting: OFF
4 Press   a few times to select   “EXIT”.
PressPress   to 
confirm.
Press   to 
confirm.
  Return to previous menu/cancel.

 Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
Clear audio at low 
volume
It compresses the 
dynamic range so that 
y

ou can still hear dialog 
and leave the sound 
field unaffected. Use 
this function when you 
have to turn the volume 
down, such as late at 
night.
Dynamic range 
compression for Dolby 
Digital
OFF: Normal playback; STANDARD: The level 
recommended by the producer of the software for 
household viewing; MAX: The maximum allowable 
compression (recommended for night viewing)
2 1
Press   to select “DRCOMP”.
3 Press   to select setting. Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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Press   to 
confirm.
Factory setting: OFF
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY, 
DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, 
RESET, EXIT
4 Press   a few times to select   “EXIT”. Press   to 
confirm.
Press
  Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
  Return to previous menu/cancel.
Switching between 
dual sounds
You can switch 
between dual sounds of 
Dolby Digital signals.
M1: Main audio, M2: Sub channel audio output,  
M1+M2: Main + Sub channel audio output
2 1
Press   to select   
“DUAL PRG”.
3 Press  to select the sound. Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
•REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT
4 Press   a few times to select   “EXIT”. Press   to 
confirm.
Press
  Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
  Return to previous menu/cancel.
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Play
Functions and settings
Reset 
(factory settings)
The operation settings 
for the system will 
be initialised to the 
settings made at the 
time of shipment.All the settings are reset when you select “YES” and the input selector automatically switches to  
“BD/DVD”.
If you select “NO”, you will return to step 2. To exit setup mode, press [RETURN] a few times to 
display “EXIT”, and then press [OK].
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2 1
Press   to select “RESET”.
3 Press   to select “YES”. Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and 
confirm to finish the 
setup mode.
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Press   to 
confirm.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT
YES, NO
  Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
Setting input 
signals
Most sources can be 
played with “AUTO ” 
(factory setting).
However, in the 
following cases, 
change the input signal 
detection setting.
Ô   
 When the beginning 
of the song is cut 
during playback of 
CD, set to “PCM
” 
(PCM FIX).
Ô   
 When the signal is 
not detected during 
playback of DTS 
sources, set to  
“DTS
” (DTS FIX).
Ô   
 You can fix the 
signal type (digital or 
analog)  supplied by 
TV.
When noise occurs, 
return the setting to  
“AUTO ”.
2 1
Press   to select “INPUT 
MODE”. Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT
Press   to 
confirm.
Select “EXIT” and 
confirm to finish the 
setup mode.
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TV, DVD, AUX1, AUX2
AUTO
:  Automatic detection
PCM : PCM (from CDs) digital input fixed
DTS : DTS digital input fixed
ANLG (TV only): 
Fixes the input signal to analog
DIG (TV only): Fixes the input signal to digital
3 Press   to select source.
4 Press   to select input signal.
Factory setting: AUTOPress   to 
confirm.
Press   to 
confirm.
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 Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change setting.
5Press   to 
confirm.
Press   a few times to select  
“EXIT”.
Press
  Return to previous menu/cancel.
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Functions and settings
When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operate
When using this system’s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system’s remote 
control code to “REMOTE 1”. Do the following to set the same code number for this system and remote control.
1, 2
3.Press  to select the number.
The remote control code on this system is set.
You cannot finish the setting mode until the setting on the remote control is changed. Go to step 4.
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TV: Remote control code 1
BD/DVD: Remote control code 2 (factory setting)
The remote control code on the remote control is set.
Select the same number as the code number you have selected in step 3. 
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2. 1.
Press   to select “REMOTE”.
Press and hold   for about 2 seconds.
REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI,  
T
V DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, 
REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT
Press   to confirm.
Select “EXIT” and confirm 
to finish the setup mode.
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 Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
Factory setting: 2Press   to confirm.
4.
While pressing  , press and hold        or          for about 2 seconds.
5.
Press   to confirm.
Press   a few times to select 
“EXIT”.
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Functions and settings
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Error messages
DisplayCheck point/Cause/Countermeasure Pages
Set the same remote control code for this system and remote control.
If “REMOTE 2” is displayed, set remote control code to “2”.
If “REMOTE 1” is displayed, set remote control code to “1”.
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The equipment connected by the HDMI cable is not compatible with this  
system’s copyright protection technology.
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The system is receiving video signals that are incompatible with it through 
HDMI connection. Check the settings of the connected equipment.
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A problem has occurred with the HDMI connection. Try the following to correct 
the problem. Consult your dealer if the error code remains on the display.
― Turn the connected equipment off and on again.
― Disconnect the HDMI cable then reconnect it.
― Do not connect more than 2 equipment in series to the output of this system.
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(Scrolling)You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic 
 
and SFC for dual 
sounds.
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(Scrolling)You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic 
 
and SFC effect with 
PCM signals with sampling frequency over 48 kHz.
SFC  is not available for multi-channel LPCM signal.
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  AMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS Output Power of each channel driven 10 % total harmonic distortion1 kHz Front CH  70 W per channel (4 
Ω)
1 kHz Center CH  70 W per channel (4 
Ω)
100 Hz Subwoofer CH  90 W per channel (3 
Ω)
Total RMS Output Power  300 W
Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output 1 % total harmonic distortion (Dolby Digital Mode)120 Hz - 20 kHz Front CH  45 W per channel (4  Ω)
120 Hz - 20 kHz Center CH  43 W per channel (4 
Ω)
45 Hz - 120 Hz Subwoofer CH  57 W per channel (3 
Ω)
Total FTC Output Power  190 W
Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output 1 % total harmonic distortion (Stereo mode)120 Hz - 20 kHz Front CH  47 W per channel (4  Ω)
45 Hz - 120 Hz Subwoofer CH  57 W per channel (3 
Ω)
Total FTC Output Power  151 W
Total harmonic distortion half power at 1 kHz (Front CH)  0.5 % (4 
Ω)
Input sensitivity
TV, AUX 3  450 mV, IHF’66
S/N at rated power BD/DVD, TV, AUX 1, AUX 2  80 dB
Input impedance TV, AUX 3  47 k
Ω
Tone controls
BASS  50 Hz, +6 dB to -6 dB
TREBLE  20 kHz, +6 dB to -6 dB
Digital input/output
HDMI Input  1
HDMI Output  1
Optical digital input  2
Coaxial digital input  1
This system supports “HDAVI Control 3” function.
Analog input/output Analog audio input  2
  OPERATING CONDITIONS:
Operating temperature range: 
0°C to +40°C (+32°F to +104°F)
Operating humidity range:  20% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Specifications 
 GENERAL
Power supply  AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption Main set  68 W
Standby (HDMI ON) 0.7 W
Standby (HDMI OFF)  0.3 W
  SPEAKER SYSTEM
FRONT (L/R)  1-Way 1 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)
  6.5 cm (2 
1/2”) Cone Type Full Range x1
Input power (IEC)  70 W (Max/4
Ω)
Output sound pressure level 
79 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range  80 Hz - 25 kHz (-16 dB)
  95 Hz - 22 kHz (-10 dB)
CENTER  1-Way 1 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)
  6.5 cm (2 
1/2”) Cone Type Full Range x1
Input power (IEC)  70 W (Max/4
Ω)
Output sound pressure level 
79 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range  80 Hz - 25 kHz (-16 dB)
  95 Hz - 22 kHz (-10 dB)
SUBWOOFER  1-Way 2 Speaker System (Bass Reflect)
  13 cm (5 
1/8”) Cone Type Woofer x2
Input power (IEC)  90 W (Max/3
Ω)
Output sound pressure level  82 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range  35 Hz - 600 Hz (-16 dB)
  42 Hz - 500 Hz (-10 dB)
  RACK SYSTEM
(INCLUDING SPEAKER)
Dimensions (W x H x D)  1300 mm x 444 mm x 458 mm
 
(51 1/8” x 17 15/32” x 18 1/32”)
Mass  approx. 50kg
 (110.2 Ibs) Mass is a Completed (AMP, Speaker Unit inc)
Maximum Loading Weight  80 kg
 (176.4 Ibs)
 Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier
Note
1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum 
analyser.
Reference
Error messages/Specifications
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ProblemPossible solutionPages
Common problems
No power.Ensure the AC power supply cord is connected.
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No sound or ima
ge after 
playback starts. Select the correct source.
Turn the muting off.
Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this system.
Cannot playback PCM signal with sampling frequency over 96 kHz.
Check connections to other equipment.
Set “DIG
” or “ANLG ” in “Setting input signals”.
Set “AUTO” in “Setting input signals”.
Turn this system off then on again.
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The remote contr

ol does not 
work. Replace the batteries if they are worn.
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The standb

y indicator lights 
up even if the system turned 
off. When you connect the AC power supply cord to the household AC outlet, the 
standby indicator lights up while the system is off. When you turn the system  
on, the indicator goes off.
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No sound fr

om microphone 
connected to DVD player 
(karaoke). N
 o sound output from microphone if connection to this system is digital. Change 
to analog connection and input. Make analog connection to AUX3.
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There is no DTS audio 
output.
  There is audio 
output, but the DTS decoder 
indicator is not lit. Set the DTS Digital Audio Output setting on the DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player 
or DVD recorder to “Bitstream”.
Set “DTS” in “Setting input signals”.
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Sound is not hear

d when 
playing DVD audio. This may occur due to digital copyright protection of the disc if using digital 
connection. This system may not be able to play sources with sampling frequency 
over 48 kHz.
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Sound stops.
(“F61” appears on the 
displa
 y for about a second.) 
The protection circuit 
activates when some 
abnormality is detected, 
and turns off the system 
automaticall
 y. Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power.
This may occur if you use the system in an extremely hot environment.
Curtains or other objects may be blocking the exhaust hole. 

 Determine and correct the cause, then turn the system on.
(The protection circuit is reset.)
(Consult your dealer if the problem persists.)
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“F70 ” appears on  
the displa

y.
(“DSP” or “HDMI” is 
displayed in place of .) Turn off the system, unplug the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer.
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“F76”

 appears on the 
display.
(After display, the system 
turns off.) Disconnect the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer.
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Sound field
No sound in surround mode.Set to Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic  or SFC.
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Cannot use Dolb
y Virtual 
Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic 
 
or SFC. You cannot use these features with PCM signals with sampling frequency over 
48 kHz. Make analog connection to AUX3.
You cannot use for Dolby Digital dual sounds.
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HDMI
When using an HDMI 
connection, the first few 
seconds of sound is cut off.This may occur if you start play from a chapter on a DVD. The following will 
correct the problem.

 Change the audio output setting on the Blu-ray Disc player, DVD recorder or 
DVD player from “Bitstream” to “PCM”.

 Change input signal setting to “PCM” in “Setting input signals”.
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The system does not w
ork 
properly. The system does not work properly if you have connected the HDMI input and 
output terminals incorrectly. Turn the system off, unplug the AC power supply 
cord, and make the connections again.
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Reference
 Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, 
refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 39.
Troubleshooting guide
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ProblemPossible solutionPages
HDMI
W h e n   V I E R A   L i n k   “ H D AV I 
Control”    does  not  function 
properlyConfirm “Setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF
”” is set to “ON” (in 
simultaneous operation). 
When it is “OFF ”, change to “ON ”.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” does not function in power saving standby mode 
when this system is turned off. See “Reducing standby power consumption 
(Standby mode)” and set to “ON ” (normal power consumption).
Check VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” settings of the connected equipment.
V
 IERA Link “HDAVI Control” may not function when you change the connections 
for HDMI equipment, insert and remove the outlet, or during blackout. Do the 
following operations in this case.
–  Turn the TV (VIERA) on again while all the equipment connected with HDMI  cables are on. 
–  Set “VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (HDMI equipment control)” of TV (VIERA) to   “OFF” and then set to “ON” again. (For details, refer to the operating 
instructions for TV (VIERA).)
–  Connect this system to TV (VIERA) using the HDMI cable, switch the TV   (VIERA) on, unplug this system’s AC power supply cord, and insert it into a 
household AC outlet again.
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1. Damage requiring service —The unit should be serviced by qualified 
service personnel if:
(a) 
The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor 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  
     perf

ormance; 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, refer to  
“Customer Services Directory” on page 39.
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  _________________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE  _____________________________________
DEALER NAME  __________________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  _______________________________________
________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  ____________________________________
User memo:
   Product information
Product Service
Reference
Troubleshooting guide/Product Service
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Maintenance
Unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet and wipe the system using a soft and dry cloth.When the system is very dirty, wring the cloth soaked in water thoroughly, wipe the dirt and wipe moisture off with a 
dry cloth.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, etc. because they may cause casing to deform and coating to 
go off.
Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that come with the cloth carefully.
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Glossary/Maintenance
Glossary
Analog
Audio signals produced from L/R audio output terminals of 
general equipment is called analog audio.
CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded 
Media)
This is the copyright protection technology which prevents file 
copy of DVD audio.
Decoder, Decode
Decoder is the device to enable us to hear audio data that is 
encoded on DVD, etc., as a normal audio signal. This process 
is called Decode.
Digital
Blu-ray Disc players, DVD recorders, DVD players, and CD 
players are usually equipped with digital output terminals. 
Connect through the digital terminal to enjoy digital surround 
systems such as Dolby Digital and DTS.
Dolby Digital (DVD etc.)
Digital surround system developed by Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby Pro Logic 
This system can process not only Dolby Surround, but also 
other 2-channel sources to produce a 5.1-channel sound for 
a more realistic sound fi

eld. It is also possible to enhance old 
movies recorded in stereo with this dynamic 5.1-channel sound. 
This system uses Dolby Pro Logic 
 to add surround effects to 
stereo sources such as video cassettes and CDs.
D
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olby Virtual Speaker
This system allows you to enjoy a surround effect with two front 
speakers, a center speaker, and a subwoofer. This is not merely 
a “virtual surround” effect, but rather uses the optimal speaker 
arrangements and listening positions for 5.1-channel sound.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
Digital surround system developed by DTS, Inc.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of 
sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and 
the highest level of sound before distortion occurs.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI enables you to transmit digital audio and video signals 
using a single cable.
You can also transmit control signals using HDMI connections.
LPCM (Linear PCM)
This is one of the PCM methods and the uncompressed audio 
signal encoded digitally. This method is used for music CD, etc. 
Multi-channel LPCM signals used for Blu-ray Disc, DVD audio, 
etc. enable playback with higher-sound quality.
Up to 7.1 channel LPCM signals can be entered to this system.
Optical
Using optical fiber cable for digital signal input/output from DVD, 
CD, etc., provides better sound quality for playback or recording 
compared to analog. Only possible with equipment that has an 
optical terminal.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)
This is one of the methods that enables analog sounds to be 
converted to digital sounds. 
Sampling frequency
Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound 
wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits 
(digital encoding).
Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per 
second, so larger numbers mean faithful reproduction of the 
original sound.
Standby through function
When this system and TV and DVD recorder are connected 
with HDMI cables, image/audio from DVD recorder can still be 
transmitted to TV even though the system is turned off.
This is useful when you want to enjoy late night viewing only 
with the television’s speakers.
Images recorded with x.v.Color are also supported.
Surround signal
Audio signal made up with front speakers, center speaker 
and surround speakers. For this system, surround signal is 
automatically played by Dolby Virtual Speaker.
x.v.Color
This is a name of products compliant with ISO Standard for 
wider color space: “xvYCC”. This system supports x.v.Color.
1080p
This is one of the digital hi-vision images.
1080 is the number of effective scanning lines that constitute 
the actual screen. This enables every detail to be beautifully 
expressed. Images are less flickered with progressive method 
that scans in order from the top. This system supports 1080p.
5.1 channel surround
Monaural and stereo use one channel and two channels 
respectively to reproduce sound, but 5.1-channel surround 
uses 5 speakers and a low frequency effect channel. The 
5 channels are: 1 center speaker, 2 front speakers, and 2 
surround speakers at the side of or to the rear of the sitting 
position. Sound output of the subwoofer is much narrower than 
the other speakers, and so is considered as 0.1. This is called 
5.1-channel surround when played through all 5.1 channels, 
and with this system you can achieve a similar effect with Dolby 
Virtual Speaker.
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Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials 
or  workmanship,  Panasonic  Consumer  Electronics  Company  or  Pana-
sonic 

Puerto Rico, Inc. (collectively 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,  or  (b)  replace  it  with 
a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be 
made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name   Parts Labor
A
udio Products (except items listed 
below)  One (1) year One (1) year
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Com-
puter Card Adapters  
(in e

xchange for defective item) One (1) year Not Applicable
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridg-
es

, Microphones, Adapters Ninety (90) 
da ys Ninety (90) 
da ys
Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/-
RAM Discs (in exchange for defective 
item) T
 en (10) days Not Applicable
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable 
Battery Packs (in exchange for defec-
tiv

e item) Ninety (90) 
da ys Not Applicable
During  the  “Labor”  warranty  period  there  will  be  no  charge  for  labor. 
During  the  “Parts”  warranty  period,  there  will  be  no  charge  for  parts. 
You  must  carry-in  or  mail-in  your  product  during  the  warranty  period.  If 
non-rechargeable  batteries  are  included,  they  are  not  warranted.  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”.  A  purchase  re-
ceipt 

or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty 
service. Carry-In or Mail-In Service
For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA 
(1-800-211-7262)  or  visit  Panasonic  web  site:  http://www.panasonic.
com
F

or  assistance  in  Puerto  Rico  call  Panasonic  Puerto  Rico,  Inc.  (787)-
750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This  warranty  ONLY  COVERS  failures  due  to  defects  in  materials  or 
workmanship,  and  DOES  NOT  COVER  normal  wear  and  tear  or  cos-
metic 

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,  modifica-
tion, 

or  commercial  use  (such  as  in  a  hotel,  office,  restaurant,  or  other 
business),  rental  use  of  the  product,  service  by  anyone  other  than  a 
Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is at-
tr

ibutable 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  media  or 
images,  data  or  other  memory  content. The  items  listed  are  not  exclu-
siv

e, but are 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 con-
sequential 
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 Servicenter. If the problem is not 
handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Af-
f

airs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
PARTS  AND  SERVICE  WHICH  ARE  NOT  COVERED  BY THIS  LIM-
ITED 
WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Acces
-
sories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our W eb Site at:
h�p://www.panasonic.com/consumersupportor, contact us via the web at: 
h�p://www.panasonic.com/contactinfoYou may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-211-PANA (7262),
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Accessory Purchases
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our W eb Site at: 
h�p://www.pstc.panasonic.comor, send your request by E-mail to:  
[email protected] may also contact us directly at: 
1-800-332-5368 (Phone)  1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday – Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) 
Panasonic Service and Technology Company
20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 
(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
Service in Puerto Rico
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277Reference
Limited Warranty
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Company, Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985
©2008 Matsushita Electr

ic Industrial Co., Ltd.
Printed in Malaysia
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