Panasonic Sc Ht900 Operating Instructions

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Sound
Picture
Listening to the radio
No sound.
Distorted sound.≥Check the connections.
≥Turn the volume up.
≥Turn muting off.
≥Switch off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on.
Causes include:
– Shorting (bare wires touching) of positive and negative speaker wires.
– Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit.
– Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power.
– Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation.6, 8
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Humming heard during play.≥An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the subwoofer. Keep other appliances and 
cords away from the subwoofer.—
Picture distorted.≥Some distortion is normal during SEARCH.—
No picture.≥Check the connection.
≥Make sure the television is on.
≥Ensure the television’s video input setting (e.g., VIDEO 1) is correct.9
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The picture shown on the 
television is not normal. 
(The sides of the picture are cut 
off, the picture is stretched 
horizontally, or black bands 
appear at the top and bottom of 
the screen.)≥Go to Video in the SETUP menus, and change “TV Aspect” to suit your television.
≥Use the television to change the aspect to the correct one.
If your television cannot change the aspect when input is progressive, try changing 4:3 
Aspect with the on-screen menu icons.
≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video 
cassette recorder.
≥Connect to the component video (480P) input terminals on a television compatible with this 
unit’s copy guard system. You cannot view progressive video if your television is not compatible.
≥Change the size with the variable zoom function.
≥The images on PAL system DVD-Audio are compressed for display. They may also appear 
vertically stretched.34
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There is ghosting when 
progressive output is on.≥Press [PROGRESSIVE] so the indicator goes out. This problem is caused by the editing 
method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.14
Picture quality is poor.≥Check the settings in the On-Screen Menu Icons’ Picture Menu.26
The picture on the television 
disappears or stripes appear on 
the screen.≥Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.
≥The location and orientation of the antenna are incorrect. If you are using an indoor antenna, 
change to an outdoor antenna. 
≥The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the television 
from the unit. —
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Menus not displayed correctly.≥Change the zoom ratio to “k1.00”.
≥With the on-screen icon menus, change “Subtitle Position” to “0” or change “4:3 Aspect” to 
“Normal”. 20
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Noise is heard.
“ST” flickers or doesn’t light.
Sound is distorted.≥Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. 
≥Use an outdoor antenna.—
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A beat sound is heard.≥Turn the television off or separate it from the unit.—
A low hum is heard during AM 
broadcasts.≥Separate the antenna from other cables and cords.—
 
						

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Troubleshooting guide
Unit displays
Television displays
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 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 authoriz ed 
servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts — When parts need replacing ensure the servic er uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same 
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitute s 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 necessa ry, be sure to bring the entire system.
For product information or assistance with product operation:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at  1-800-211-7262, or e-mail [email protected], or the website
(http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an  authorized 
Servicentre closest to you.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that 
came with the cloth carefully.
The display is dark.
≥Press [SH I F T] i[FL DISPLAY] to brighten the display. 31
“NO PLAY”≥You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.
≥ You inserted a blank DVD-RAM.5
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“NO DISC” ≥You haven’t inserted a disc; insert one.
≥ You haven’t inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly. —
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“F61”≥ Check and correct the speaker cord connections.
I f  this does not  f ix  t he  pro ble m , the re  is a  p ower supply pro blem.  Call 1-800-211-PANA.6, 8
“DVD U11” ≥Disc is dirty. Wipe it clean. 5
“ERROR”≥Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.—
“DVD H ∑∑”
∑∑  stands for a number. ≥
Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” depends on the status of the unit.
Reset procedure:
Press [ Í] to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON. Alternatively, press [ Í] 
to switch the unit to the standby mode, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and then 
reconnect it.
≥ If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service 
person. —
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No on-screen display.≥
Go to Display in the SETUP menus, and select “On” for “On-Screen Messages”.34
On-Screen Menu Icons not 
displayed or only partially 
displayed on the television. ≥
Press [ 3, 4 ] while the rightmost icon is highlighted to move them down. 24
The disc’s menu is displayed in 
a different language.≥Go to Disc in the SETUP menus, and select the preferred language for “Menus”.34
“Cannot display group xx, 
picture xx.” ≥
You are trying to display incompatible pictures. —
Product Service (U.S.A. and Canada)
Product information
Maintenance
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc trays are 
empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the discs and 
the unit.
 
						

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Limited Warranty (U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, 
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto 
Rico, Inc.
Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Technics 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 Panasonic Sales Company (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.
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 receipt 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
For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (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 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, 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 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 media or images, data or other 
memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, 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 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 Servicenter. 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.
Customer Services Directory
1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday – Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)
Product or Part Name Parts Labor
Audio Products (except items listed 
below)One (1) year  One (1) year
All Audio Racks (cabinets) Thirty (30) 
daysNot Applicable
Technics Stand Alone Speakers, 
Subwoofer SpeakersThree (3) years Three (3) years
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer 
Card Adapters
(in exchange for defective item)One (1) year Not Applicable
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, 
Microphones, AdaptersNinety (90) 
daysNinety (90) 
days
Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for 
defective item)Ten (10) days Not Applicable
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery 
Packs (in exchange for defective item)Ninety (90) 
daysNot Applicable
For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and 
all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday – Friday 9 am – 9 pm; Saturday – Sunday 9 am – 7 pm, EST. 
or send e-mail:
[email protected]
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
You can purchase parts, accessories or
locate your nearest servicenter by visiting
our Web Site.
Accessory Purchases:
Service in Puerto Rico
Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910
 
						

							User memo:
Listening caution
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to 
consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s 
Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come 
through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be 
loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
≥Start your volume control at a low setting.
≥Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
≥Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
EST. 1924
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile 
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please 
increase separation between the product and the mobile 
telephone. 
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of 
Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 
US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and 
other world-wide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS 
Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater 
Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, 
Inc. All rights reserved.
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found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for 
future reference.
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Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision 
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Panasonic Consumer Electronics 
Company, Division of Matsushita 
Electric Corporation of America
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http://www.panasonic.com
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