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 About DivX VOD content
DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for 
copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on 
this unit, you  rst need to register the unit.
Follow the online instructions for purchasing DivX VOD 
content to enter the unit’s registration code and register the 
unit. For more information about DivX VOD, visit 
www.divx.com/vod.
7 Display the unit’s registration code(\ page 29, “DivX Registration” in “Others” tab)
8 alphanumeric 
characters
 We recommend that you make a note of this code for 
future reference.
 After playing DivX VOD content for the  rst time, 
another registration code is then displayed in “DivX 
Registration”. Do not use this registration code to 
purchase DivX VOD content. If you use this code to 
purchase DivX VOD content, and then play the content 
on this unit, you will no longer be able to play any 
content that you purchased using the previous code.
 If you purchase DivX VOD content using a registration 
code different from this unit’s code, you will not be able 
to play this content. (“Authorization Error” is displayed.)
7 Regarding DivX content that can only be played  
a set number of times
Some DivX VOD content can only be played a set number 
of times. When you play this content, the remaining 
number of plays is displayed. You cannot play this content 
when the number of remaining plays is zero. (“Rented 
Movie Expired” or “Rental Expired” is displayed.)
When playing this content
 The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if
–  you press [
] or press and hold [–SETUP].
–  you press [7, STOP]. (Press [8, PAUSE] to pause 
play.)
– you press [4, ¢] (skip) or [1, ¡] (slow/search) etc. and arrive at another content or the start of the 
content being played.
 The Resume function (\ page 19, Stop) will not work.
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 DTS, Inc. 
This product incorporates copyright protection technology 
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. 
patents and other intellectual property rights owned by 
Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of 
this copyright protection technology must be authorized 
by 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.
Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, 
or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the 
United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property 
rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or 
distribution of such technology outside of this product 
is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an 
authorized Microsoft Subsidiary and third parties.
WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft 
Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 
with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.
HighMAT™ and the HighMAT logo 
are either trademarks or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in 
the United States and/or other countries.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent 
portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial 
use of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance 
with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard (“MPEG-4 Video”) 
and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by 
a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial 
activity and/or was obtained from a video provider 
licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video. No 
license is granted or shall be implied for any other 
use. Additional information including that relating to 
promotional, internal and commercial uses and licensing 
may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See 
http://www.mpegla.com. 
Official DivX
® Certified 
product.
Plays all versions of DivX
® 
video (including DivX®
 6) 
with standard playback of 
DivX
® media files.
DivX, DivX Certified, and 
associated logos are 
trademarks of DivX, Inc. and 
are used under license.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
HDMI Licensing LLC.
HDAVI Control
TM is a trademark of Matsushita Electric 
Industrial Co., Ltd.
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 Using the radio
Automatic presetting
1  To select “FM”.
 
 
OR 
  (main unit)    (remote control)
2  Press and hold.
 
 OR 
 (main unit)  
(remote control)Release the 
button when 
“FM AUTO” is 
displayed.
The tuner tunes to the lowest frequency and starts to 
preset all the stations it can receive into the channels 
in ascending order.
 “SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, 
and the radio tunes to the last preset station.
 “ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting 
is unsuccessful. Preset the channels manually 
(\ see left).
Manual tuning
1  To select “FM”.
 
 
OR 
  (main unit)    (remote control)
2  To select “MANUAL”.
 
 (main unit)
3  To select the frequency.
 
 
OR 
 (main unit)    (remote control)
Press and hold [4 TUNE 3] until the frequency starts 
scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning stops when 
a station is found.
Presetting the channel
Up to 30 stations can be set for FM.
1. 
While listening to the radio broadcast
 Press [ENTER].
2. While the frequency and “PGM” are  ashing on the 
display
 
Press the numeric buttons to select a channel.

 To select a 2-digit number
  Example: To select 12,
 
 Alternatively, press [4, 3], then press [ENTER].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another 
station is preset to that channel.
Selecting the preset channels
1  To select “FM”.
2  To select the channel.
  TO  
 Alternatively, press [4, 3].
 To perform the step on the main 
unit,  rst press [-TUNE MODE] to 
select “PRESET”, and then press 
[4 TUNE 3] to select the channel.
  When a stereo FM broadcast is 
being received, “ST” lights in the 
display.
If noise is excessive in FM
Main unit only
Press and hold [– FM MODE] to display “MONO”.
Press and hold [– FM MODE] again to cancel the mode.
The mode is also cancelled when you change the 
frequency.
RDS broadcasting
For Continental Europe
The unit can display the text data transmitted by the 
radio data system (RDS) available in some areas.
If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS 
signals, “RDS” will light up on the display.
When “FM” is selected
    PS (factory preset)  PTY  FREQ
PS  : Program service
PTY  : Program type
FREQ  : Frequency display
PTY displays
NEWS VARIED FINANCE COUNTRY
AFFAIRS POP M CHILDREN NATIONAL
INFO ROCK M SOCIAL A OLDIES
SPORT M-O-R- M
*RELIGION FOLK M
EDUCATE LIGHT M PHONE IN DOCUMENT
DRAMA CLASSICS TRAVEL TEST
CULTURE OTHER M LEISURE ALARM
SCIENCE WEATHER JAZZ
* “M-O-R- M”= Middle-of-the-Road music
Note
RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.
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 Using sound effects
Note
 The following sound effects may not be available or have no 
effect depending on the type of source, disc as well as recording 
format or, when headphones are used.
 You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these 
sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn 
the sound effects off.
 It is not possible to turn on Surround Enhancer, EQ and Super 
Surround at the same time.
Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level
You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit 
automatically selects the most suitable setting 
according to the type of playback source.
  
SUB W 4 (factory preset)  SUB W 1
 SUB W 3  SUB W 2

 When another source is selected
SUB W 2 (factory preset)  SUB W 3
 SUB W 1  SUB W 4
  When AV, AUX or Digital In source is selected
 
For Continental Europe
 
SUB W 1 (factory preset)  SUB W 2
 SUB W 4  SUB W 3
  When another source is selected
 
For Continental Europe
 
SUB W 2 (factory preset)  SUB W 3
 SUB W 1  SUB W 4
 To check the current setting, press [SW.LEVEL].

 The setting you make is retained, and recalled every 
time you play the same type of source.
Enhancing the sound from the center speaker:
Center Focus
This applies to 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.
C FOCUS ON  C FOCUS OFF
 This also works when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.
Enhancing the stereo sound: Super Surround
Movie : Use this mode when playing movie 
software.
Music : Adds surround effects to stereo 
sources.
Off : Cancel
This works only in FM, AV *2, Music P. and AUX mode.Super Surround and EQ can be turned on 
simultaneously.
Enhancing the surround sound effect:
Surround Enhancer
Automatically adjusts each speaker to enhance the 
surround sound effect of multi-channel audio. When 
playing two-channel audio, the audio of the L/R front 
speakers is also output through the rest of the speakers 
creating a surround sound effect.
(Press and hold)
SRD ENH ON  SRD ENH OFF
Changing the sound quality: Equalizer Mode (EQ)
HEAVY :  Adds punch to rock.
CLEAR :  Clari es higher sounds.
SOFT 
*1 :  For background music.
FLAT :  Cancel (no effect is added).
  (factory preset)
 To check the current setting, press [-EQ].
 You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers 
to get the best surround effect (\ page 34, 
Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level 
adjustments).
 It is not possible to turn on EQ and Surround 
Enhancer at the same time.
Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II
Except Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 
5-channel surround (Left and Right Front, Center, 
Left and Right Surround) from stereo sound sources, 
whether or not it has been speci cally Dolby Surround 
encoded.
Movie : Movie software, recorded in Dolby 
Surround.
Music : Stereo  sources
Off : Cancel
 This works only in DVD/CD, USB and Digital In mode.
ŸPL II” lights when there is an effect.
 This does not work when audio is output from HDMI 
AV OUT terminal.
*1 For Continental Europe  Factory preset when AV, AUX or Digital In source is selected.*2 For Continental Europe 
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 Enjoying karaoke
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, 
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Preparation
1 Lower the microphone 
volume to “MIN”.
2 Connect the microphone 
to the jack.
  Use a dynamic microphone.
  Microphone plug type: Ø6.3 mm 
monaural (not included).
Note
 If a strange noise (howling) is emitted during use, move 
the microphone away from the speakers, or turn down the 
microphone volume.
 When you are not using the microphone, disconnect it from the 
microphone jack, and turn down the microphone volume level to 
“MIC MIN”.
 While karaoke mode is turned on, multi channel signals will be 
down-mixed to 2 channel signals.
Adjusting the volume of each speaker:
Speaker level adjustments
This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround 
effects.
Preparation
1 While stopped and no on-screen display is shownTo output a test signal.
L: Front left  C: Center
R:  Front right  RS:  Right surround
LS: Left surround

 There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.
2  To set the volume level normally used for listening.
3  To adjust the speaker level for each speaker.
  OR
  
 Adjust the speaker levels to the same level as the 
front speakers.
  C, RS, LS: 6 dB to + 6 dB
To stop the test signal
Press [TEST] again.
To adjust speaker level during play
[Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when 
Dolby Pro Logic II is on.]
1.  Press and hold [CH SELECT] to select the 
speaker.
 
L  C  R  RS  LS  SW
 SW: Subwoofer
 You can adjust SW only if the disc includes a  
subwoofer channel.
 “SW” does not appear on the display and is not 
adjustable when “ŸPL II” is lit.
 “S” appears on the display when “MOVIE”, 
“MUSIC” is selected with Super Surround 
(\ page  33).
  In this case, you can adjust both surround speaker 
levels at the same time using [5, ∞].
  S: 6 dB to + 6 dB
2. Press [5] (increase) or [∞] (decrease) to adjust 
the speaker level for each speaker.
  C, RS, LS, SW: 6 dB to + 6 dB
  (L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
 To adjust the balance of the front speakers, while 
“L” or “R” is selected, press [2, 3].
Enjoying karaoke with karaoke DVD and VCD
 
1 Start playback.
2  To display the karaoke menu on the television.
 
(Press and hold)
3  Make the selection.
   
Karaoke Settings
Karaoke Mode
Karaoke Mode
Key Control
Vocal Cancel
AudioOff
Off Off+ On
to select to adjust to exit
4  Adjust the volume and sing along (\ page 35).
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Enjoying karaoke with other sources
This works only in USB mode.
1 Start play. Refer to (\ page 37) for Optional USB connection 
and operation.
2  To display the karaoke menu on the television.
 
(Press and hold)
3  Make the selection
    
Example: WMA/MP3
 
Karaoke Settings
Karaoke Mode
Karaoke Mode
Key Control
Vocal Cancel
AudioOff
  Off+ On
to select to adjust to exit
 Audio mode does not work
4 Start singing (\ see below, Mic volume adjustment).
Mic volume adjustment
Main unit only
Adjust the microphone volume.
Adding an echo effect
 (Press and hold)
 
ECHO OFF  ECHO 1  ECHO 2
ECHO 4  ECHO 3
The effect increases with the level.
 Echo does not work if MIC is not inserted.
Vocal Cancel function
Use this function on stereo sources to block out the 
vocals so you can sing along to the music.
Karaoke Settings
Vocal Cancel
Karaoke Mode
Key Control
Vocal Cancel
AudioOff
-3
Off On+ On
to select to adjust to exit
 Vocal Cancel Off  Vocal Cancel On
This function is not suitable for the following sources.

 Classical music or works performed by a limited 
number of instruments
 Chorus works or duets
Key Control function
Karaoke Settings
Key Control
Karaoke Mode
Key Control
Vocal Cancel
AudioOff
-3
Off Off+ On
to select to adjustto exit
I: Lowers the pitch
#: Raises the pitch
You can choose a level between 6 and + 6
Audio mode
 (Karaoke discs)
Solo
Off : No vocal
On : Vocal
Duet
Off :  No vocal
V1+V2 :  Vocal 1 and 2
V1 :  Vocal 1
V2 :  Vocal 2
 Choose “Off” for karaoke.
 Choose “V1” or “V2” to duet with the player. 
 and other sources
Television displays are shown in parentheses ( ).
AUDIO L R (LR):  Left channel sound is heard from the 
left speaker and right channel sound 
is heard from the right speaker 
— vocal and accompaniment
AUDIO L (L):  Only left channel sound — no vocal
AUDIO R (R):  Only right channel sound — vocal
AUDIO L+R (L+R): Left channel sound is mix with the 
right channel sound and the mixed 
signal is output through the left and 
right speakers respectively

 Select no vocal for karaoke.
 Vocal and no vocal may be reversed.
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 Operating other equipment
Optional connection for set top box, cable TV box or video cassette recorderOptional connection for set top box, cable TV box or video cassette recorder
For Continental EuropeFor Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, 
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Australia and N.Z.
For Continental Europe
This audio connection will enable you to play audio from 
your video cassette recorder or television through your 
home theater system.
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, 
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Australia and N.Z.
This audio connection will enable you to play audio from 
your television through your home theater system.
Optional audio connection for video cassette recorder or televisionOptional audio connection for video cassette recorder or television
Press [EXT-IN] (\ page 17) to select “AUX” as the source to operate the audio input. 
Optional antenna connectionOptional antenna connection
Use the outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
FM outdoor antenna
(Using a television antenna)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
FM outdoor antenna 
(not included)
75  
coaxial cable 
(not included)
 Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
 The outdoor antenna should be installed by a 
competent technician.
Note
 Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is 
not in use.
 Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning 
storm.
Set top box
(not included)Television
(not included)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
SCART cable (not included)
SCART cable 
(not included)
 To listen to the 
sound from the 
television, select the 
appropriate audio out 
(example: Monitor) on 
the television.
Sound from the television
 Press [EXT-IN] (\ page 40) to select the “AV” audio input on the 
remote control.
Audio cable
(not included)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
Video cable
(included) Television
(not included)
Cable TV 
box or video 
cassette 
recorder
(not included)RF cable
(not included)
To your cable TV service or television antenna
Video cassette 
recorder/ TV
(not included)
Audio cable
(not included)Rear panel of 
this main unitAudio cable 
(not included)
Rear panel of 
this main unit
Video cable
(included) Television
(not included)
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The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play 
tracks or  les from USB mass storage class devices. 
Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer)
Preparation
Before connecting any USB mass storage device to the 
unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed 
up.
It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The 
USB device is not recognised by this unit.
1  Connect the USB mass storage device (not included).
USB enabled device
(not included)
It is not recommended to use a 
USB extension cable. The device 
connected via the cable will not be 
recognised by this unit.
2  To select “USB” as the source, press several times.
 
 
USB  AV  *  AUX  D-IN (Digital In)
MUSIC P.
Optional USB connection and operationOptional USB connection and operation
The Music Port allows you to connect and enjoy music from 
an external device (example: MP3 player) through your 
home theater system.
Preparation
To avoid distorted sound, make sure that any equalizer 
function of your external device is turned off.
1  Reduce the volume and connect the external device 
(not included).
Plug type: Ø3.5 mm stereo mini plug
External device 
(not included)
Reduce the volume
before connecting.
Optional Music Port connection and operationOptional Music Port connection and operation
2
  To select “MUSIC P.”.
    
USB  AV  *  AUX  D-IN (Digital In)
MUSIC P.
3  Adjust the external device volume to a normal listening 
level, and then adjust the volume of the main unit.
 You can enjoy surround sound when you turn on 
Super Surround (MOVIE, MUSIC) (\ page 33).
* For Continental Europe
Example:
 
USB
98
58
28
12
3  Adjust the volume of the main unit.
4  Begin playback by selecting the track from the USB 
mass storage device.
To return to the previous screen
Press [-RETURN]
For other operating functions, they are similar as those 
described in “DISC OPERATIONS” (\ page 18 to 31).
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 Operating other equipment (continued)
Optional USB connection and operation (continued)Optional USB connection and operation (continued)
Compatible Devices
  Devices which are de ned as USB mass storage 
class:
–  USB devices that support bulk only transfer.
–  USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed.
Supported Formats
File name File extension
Still pictures JPG   .jpg  .jpeg
Music MP3
WMA.mp3
.wma
Video MPEG4 
* .asf
* For Panasonic D-Snap/DIGA
Note
 CBI (Control / Bulk /Interrupt) is not supported.
 Digital Cameras that use PTP protocol or which require 
additional program installation when connected to a PC are not 
supported.
 A device using NTFS  le system is not supported. 
  [Only FAT 12/16 / 32 (File Allocation Table 12/16 / 32)  le system is 
supported].
 Depending on the sector size, some  les may not work.
 It will not operate with Janus enabled MTP (Media Transfer 
Protocol) devices.
 Maximum folder: 400 folders
   M a x i m u m   l e :  4 0 0 0   l e s
 Maximum  le name: 44 characters
 Maximum folder name: 44 characters
 Only one memory card will be selected when connecting a multi-
port USB card reader. Typically the  rst memory card inserted.
For Australia and N.Z.
For Continental Europe
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, Saudi 
Arabia, Kuwait, Australia and N.Z.
The speaker level settings can be optimized to 
accommodate your room’s listening conditions so that you 
can enjoy the ideal surround sound experience. Using 
the supplied setup microphone, the main unit adjusts the 
balance of the front speakers, and the volume level of the 
center and surround speakers automatically.
Keep as quiet as possible during the Auto speaker 
setup. Loud voices, air-conditioning noise, or 
excessive wind current may lead to incorrect settings. 
The speakers output loud test signals during the 
setup.
Preparation
 Turn off the television before starting the Auto speaker 
setup.
 Make sure that “DVD/CD” is selected as the source and 
there are no discs in the tray.
 Ensure that headphones are disconnected.
 Speakers with wireless system, ensure that the speakers 
are linked to the main unit. 
1 While stoppedConnect the setup microphone.
2  Place the microphone at actual seating position.
(At ear level when seated).
3  To start the setup.
 
  (Press and hold)
 
 
AUTO SPEAKER SETUP  CENTER  RIGHT
COMPLETE  LEFT  SRD L  SRD R
 The test signal is output from each speaker.
 “COMPLETE” is displayed when Auto speaker setup 
is completed.
 To cancel the setup.
    (Press and hold)
 “CANCEL” will be displayed if Auto speaker setup is 
canceled.
Note
 Audio settings will be restored to default if the Auto speaker 
setup is canceled.
 Please refer to the Troubleshooting guide if there is any error 
message.
Adjusting the Speaker output level automatically: Auto speaker setupAdjusting the Speaker output level automatically: Auto speaker setup
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Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlUsing the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTMTM””
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers 
linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic television (VIERA) 
under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting 
the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating 
instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions 
provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as 
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique 
function that we have developed and added. As such, its 
operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports 
HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
This unit supports “HDAVI Control 2” function.
The TV with “HDAVI Control 2” function enables the following 
operation:
VIERA Link Control only with TV’s remote control (for “HDAVI 
Control 2” ) (\ see right)
“HDAVI Control 2” is the newest standard (current as of February, 
2007) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment.
This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional 
HDAVI equipment.
Preparation
 rm that the HDMI connection (\ page 13) has been made.
*1 Con rm that the scart cable is not connected.
 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (\ page 28, “HDMI” tab).
 To complete and activate the connection correctly, turn on all 
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and set 
the television to the corresponding HDMI input mode for the 
home theater system.
 Whenever the connection or settings are changed, recon rm 
the points above.
One Touch Play
You can turn on the home theater system and television, and start 
playing the disc in the play position with a single press of a button.
Theater speakers will be automatically activated (\ see below).This function also works if you press [3, PLAY] on the home 
theater remote control during home theater standby mode.
Note
 Playback may not be immediately displayed on the television. If 
you miss the beginning portion of playback, press [ ] or [1]  
to go back to where playback started.
Auto input switching
 When you switch the television input to:
–  TV tuner mode, the home theater system will automatically 
switch to “AUX ”
* or “D-IN”*.
–  HDMI input mode for the home theater system, the home 
theater system will automatically switch to “DVD/CD” if it is 
in “AUX” 
* or “D-IN”* mode.
When you start disc play, the television will automatically switch 
to the HDMI input mode for the home theater system.
* To toggle the mode that this function works with, press 
[–SETUP] while the main unit is in “AUX ” or “D-IN” mode.
  –  The default setting is “AUX ”.
Speaker control
You can select whether audio is output from the home theater 
system or the television speakers by using the television menu 
settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your 
television.
Home Cinema
Theater speakers are active.
 When the home theater system is in standby mode, 
changing the television speakers to theater speakers in the 
television menu will automatically turn the home theater 
system on and select “AUX ”
* or “D-IN”* as the source.
 The television speakers are automatically muted.
 You can control the volume setting using the volume or 
mute button on the TV’s remote control. (The volume level is 
displayed on the main unit’s FL display.)
 To cancel muting, you can also use the home theater remote
 control (\ page 17).
 If you turn off the home theater system, television speakers will be automatically activated.
TV
Television speakers are active.
 The volume of the home theater system is set to “0”.
–  This function works only when “DVD/CD”, “USB”, “AUX ”
* or 
“D-IN” * is selected as the source on the home theater system.
 Audio output is 2-channel audio.

When switching between the theater and television speakers, 
the TV screen may be blank for several seconds.
*  To toggle which input source the main unit will automatically 
switch to, press [–SETUP] while the main unit is in “AUX ” or 
“D-IN” mode.
  –  The default setting is “AUX”.
Power off link
When the television is turned off, the home theater system 
goes into standby mode automatically.
 This function works only when “DVD/CD”, “USB”, “AUX ”
* 
or “D-IN”* is selected as the source on the home theater 
system.
 When the television is turned on, the home theater system 
does not turn on automatically. (Power on link is not 
available.)
* For “AUX” or “D-IN” mode, power off link can be set to work 
with one or the other. To toggle the mode that this function 
works with, press [SETUP] while the main unit is in “AUX” 
or “D-IN” mode.
  –  The default setting is “AUX”.
Note
Only the home theater system turns off when you press [y] for 
shutting it down. Other connected equipment compatible with 
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” stay on. 
VIERA Link Control only with TV’s remote control 
(for “HDAVI Control 2”)
You can control the disc menus of the home theater system 
with the TV’s remote control when using the “DVD/CD” or 
“USB” source. When operating the TV’s remote control, refer to 
the below illustration for operation buttons.
1.  Select the theater operation menu by using 
the television menu settings.
  (For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of your television.)
   The home theater system will    
  automatically switch to “DVD/CD” if it   
  is in “AUX” 
* or “D-IN”* mode.
ENTER/
PLAY
RETURN
* To toggle the mode that this function works with, press 
[–SETUP] while the main unit is in “AUX” or “D-IN” mode.
  – The default setting is “AUX”.
2. Select the desired item.
“TOP MENU”  :  Shows a disc 
top menu 
(\ page 19, 21) 
or program list 
(\ page 22).
“MENU”  :  Shows a disc menu 
(\ page 19, 22) or 
play list (\ page 22).
“Control Panel”  :  The basic operations 
for discs are 
available.
VIERA LinkTOP MENU
MENU
Control Panel
x1.0PA U S E
SKIPPLAY
SKIP
STOPRETURN
Note
 
 Depending on the menu, some button operations cannot be 
performed from the TV’s remote control.
 “Control Panel” can be selected directly by using a button on the 
TV’s remote control (e.g. [OPTION]).
*1 For Continental Europe
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 Operating other equipment (continued)
Operating the televisionOperating the television
You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic 
television.
Aim the remote control at the television.
To switch the television on or off
To switch the television’s video input mode
Adjust the volume
To play audio from your television through your home 
theater system
Preparation
Connect your equipment referring to “Connect to the 
various television terminals” (\ page 13).
Press [EXT-IN] to select “AV 
*”/ “AUX” as the source. Then 
reduce the volume on the television to its minimum, and 
control the volume on this main unit.
Note
 The remote control may not work properly with some models.
 You can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound when you turn on 
Super Surround (MOVIE, MUSIC) (\ page 33).
Operating the cable TV box, digital broadcasting or satellite receiverOperating the cable TV box, digital broadcasting or satellite receiver
This unit can decode the surround signals received through 
cable TV box, digital broadcasting or satellite broadcasts. 
Refer to your equipment’s operating instructions for details. 
Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this 
connection.
To DIGITAL OUT
Optical digital audio cable (not included)
 Do not bend sharply when connecting.OPTICAL
IN Rear panel of 
this main unit
To select “D -IN” (Digital In) as the source, press 
several times.
     
USB  AV  *  AUX  D-IN (Digital In)
MUSIC P.
When you select “D -IN” as the source, you can select 
the following sound effects. (These functions only work 
with Dolby Digital or PCM, excluding Audio Mode, which 
only works with Dolby Digital Dual Mono.)
PCM FIX Mode
Press and hold [3].
(remote control)
PFIX ON: Select when receiving only PCM signals.
PFIX OFF (factory preset): Select when receiving Dolby 
Digital and PCM signals.
Dynamic Range Compression
Press and hold [2].
DRC ON: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low 
by compressing the range of the lowest sound 
level and the highest sound level. Convenient for 
late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
DRC OFF (factory preset)
Audio Mode
Press and hold [5].
AUDIO ST, AUDIO L, AUDIO R (“AUDIO L” and “AUDIO R” 
only appear when the signal is Dolby Digital Dual Mono.)
Dolby Pro Logic II (\ page 33)
Press [ŸPLII].
Note
Audio that is input through the OPTICAL IN terminal cannot be 
output through the HDMI terminal.
Changing the main unit and remote controlChanging the main unit and remote control
The remote control and main unit are factory-set to 
“REMOTE 1” mode.
If your remote control affects other equipment during 
operation, you can switch to operate in “REMOTE 2” mode.
To switch to “REMOTE 2” mode
1 While pressing and holding [  ] on the main unit
 “REMOTE 2” appears on the main unit display.
2  To operate in “REMOTE 2” mode
  +  
  (Press and hold for 2 seconds)
To return to “REMOTE 1” mode
Perform steps 1 and 2 but use [1] instead of [2] for both 
steps. (“REMOTE 1” appears on the main unit during step 
1.)
The remote control cannot work with the main unit if
their modes are different.
“REMOTE 1” or “REMOTE 2” appears on the main unit 
display when you operate the remote control.

 If “REMOTE 1” appears (The main unit is in “REMOTE 1” 
mode.)
  Press and hold [ENTER] and [1] on the remote control for 
at least 2 seconds.

 If “REMOTE 2” appears (The main unit is in “REMOTE 2” 
mode.)
  Press and hold [ENTER] and [2] on the remote control for 
at least 2 seconds.
Note
You can still operate a television using the remote control
(\ see above) even after switching the mode.
* For Continental Europe
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