Panasonic Recordable Dvd Home Theatre System Sc Ht1500 Operating Instructions

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RECORDING
PLAYING
EDITING &
TRANSFERRING
CONVENIENT
FUNCTIONS
RADIO &
SOUND
SETTINGS
INFO
Operating Instructions
Recordable DVD
Home Theater System
Model No.SC-HT1500
Operations Guide
Before using this product, perform setup and connections 
after carefully reading the Setup Guide.
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance 
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read 
these instructions...

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∫Batteries
≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not:
≥Mix old and new batteries.
≥Use different types at the same time.
≥Heat or expose to flame.
≥Take apart or short circuit.
≥Attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the...

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Table of contents
This Recordable DVD Home Theater System records high quality images to rapid random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-RAM. 
This has resulted in many new features that out perform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features.
Instant recordingYou no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the recording 
button, the unit finds available recording space and begins recording right 
away. There is no need to worry...

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Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions 
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with 
the manufacturer’s...

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Control reference guide
If [SHIFT] appears the function will not work unless you use in combination with the [SHIFT] button. Make sure you first press and hold the [SHIFT] button.
Remote control 
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VOLUME
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STOP PAUSE PLAY/x1.3SLOW/SEARCH
CANCEL
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HOME THEATER TV
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DUBBINGS.POSITIONCHAPTERC.FOCUS
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CH SELECTRETURN
ERASEREC MODETIME SLIP
L1/OPT
TOP MENU
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DIRECT NAVIGATORFUNCTIONS
MIX
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TESTCM SKIP
REPEAT
MUTINGS W. LEVEL
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STEP 1Setting up the TV Guide On ScreenTM system
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing 
[ÍPOWER] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unit starts TV 
Guide On Screen
TM system setup.
Even if you do not want to use the TV Guide On 
ScreenTM system, complete the setup. You cannot use 
timer recording unless the setup is completed.
Preparation
≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to 
suit the connections to this unit.
≥When using...

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If you are using a cable TV box, set the following:
≥Cable TV box connection channel (Ch2/Ch3/Ch4/L3)
–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s IN3 (L3) 
terminal, select “L3”.
–If you are connecting the cable TV box to this unit’s RF terminal, 
select “Ch2”, “Ch3” or “Ch4”, according to the cable TV box 
setting.
≥Cable TV box brand
(Move down with [4] for more brands. Select “Not Listed” if you 
cannot find your cable TV box on the list.)
≥IR signal code
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STEP 2Set up to match your television and remote control
You do not have to change the setting when connected to a 4:3 
standard aspect television that is not compatible with progressive 
output (➡page 45).
1Press [FUNCTIONS].
2Press [3,4] to select “SETUP” and 
press [ENTER].
3Press [3,4] to select “TV Screen” and press [1].
4Press [3,4] to select “TV Type” and 
press [ENTER].
≥Aspect 4:3/Aspect 16:9:
≥480P/480I:
Select “480P” if the television is compatible with 
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HDD and disc information
≥We recommend using Panasonic discs. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording.
∫Which should I use, DVD-RAM or DVD-R?
The following chart indicates the differences. Select based upon 
what you require.
§1You can erase, enter name and change thumbnail. Available 
space does not increase after erasing.
§2Only on DVD-RAM compatible players.§3After finalizing the disc (➡page 35, 45).§4Only one is recorded...

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HDD and disc information
∫How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
∫If there is dirt or condensation on the disc
[RAM] [DVD-R]
≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner (LF-K200DCA1, 
where available).
≥Do not use cleaners for CDs or cloths.
[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫Handling precautions
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc 
warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.)
≥Do not write on...