Panasonic Wireless System Sh Fx67 Operating Instructions

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Designed for Panasonic DVD Home Theater Sound Systems that 
are compatible with the SH-FX67.Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and 
safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read 
the instructions completely. 
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Operating Instructions
Wireless System
Model No.
 SH-FX67
Table of ContentsIntroduction
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................ 3
Accessories............................................................................................ 4
Use
Setup...................................................................................................... 5
Connections ........................................................................................ 6
Making the wireless link ...................................................................... 8
Using the surround back speakers...................................................... 9
Reference
Product service .................................................................................... 10
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 10
Troubleshooting guide .......................................................................... 10
Specifications ....................................................................................... 11
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.).................................................. 12
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) ............................................. 14
System
SH-FX67
Digital transmitterSH-FX67T
Wireless systemSE-FX67
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22RQTX0125 ENGLISHWA R N I N G :TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK 
OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND 
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH 
AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE 
APPARATUS. ≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 
PERSONNEL.CAUTION!DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, 
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. 
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT 
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO 
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY 
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE 
VENTILATION VENTS.The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily 
accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, 
disconnect the power supply cord  plug from AC receptacle.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.FCC Note:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful 
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can 
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, 
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which 
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to 
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the 
receiver is connected.≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC caution: To maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded interface 
cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment 
or unshielded cables may result in interference to radio and TV reception. Any 
changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance 
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2) this device must accept any interferen ce received, including interference that 
may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirement s for mobile transmitting devices, 
a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between 
the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. 
To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not 
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
WARNING:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead 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 instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat  registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type  plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. 
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fit into your  outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit 
from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or  table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution 
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or  when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has 
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has 
been dropped.
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the 
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to 
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is 
intended to alert the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of unit.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including  interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE 
PA R T S  I N S I D E .
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN
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4Accessories4RQTX0125 ENGLISHAccessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use number indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement part. 
(Product number correct as of December 2007. This may be subject to change.)
For U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 13.
For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.
∏ 1 AC power supply cord  (K2CB2CB00021)
For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. 
Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit. ∏
2 Speaker cables
[REEX0860B (Blue), REEX0868B (Grey)] 
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  SH-FX67SERIAL NUMBER 
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SetupPreparation
≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate 
operating instructions.
≥ Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are 
complete.
[Note[≥ Do not use the wireless system and digital transmitter in a metal cabinet 
or bookshelf.
≥ Do not attempt to connect any extra surround speakers to the home 
theater unit.
≥ Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33 ft) from the 
home theater unit.
∫
Wireless setup diagram
e.g. 
5.1ch
[Compatible model: e.g. SC-PT660, SC-PT754]
LS : Surround (left),  RS: Surround (right)
≥ Place on the side of or slight ly behind the seating position.
e.g.
 7.1ch
 (Using two units of the wireless system)
[Compatible model: e.g. SC-BT100]
This placement offers 7.1-channel playback. Your home theater unit must 
be capable of 7.1-channel playback.
LS : Surround (left),  RS: Surround (right)
≥ Place on the side of the seating position.
LB : Surround back (left),  RB: Surround back (right)
≥ Place behind the seating position, about 1 meter (3 ft) higher than ear 
level.
(Continued on next page)
LS
RS
Surround speaker cables  (included)
Surround speakers are not included. Wireless system
Home theater unit
(with the digital 
transmitter)
Seating position
LS
LB
RB
RS
Surround speaker cables (included)
Surround speakers and surround back speakers are not included. Wireless system
Home theater unit
(with the digital 
transmitter)
Seating positionWireless system
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Setup
∫
Digital transmitter
Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit.
The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if any of 
these other devices interfere with its communication.
When this happens, the wireless link indicator (“ [W1] ” or an indicator) 
flashes on the home theater unit, and there is a brief interruption in 
audio coming from the surround speakers.
This is the normal operation of the product working to assure the best 
possible performance of your home theater unit.
If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to another 
location outside the range of the wireless system, or move the wireless 
system nearer to your home theater unit.
Wireless LAN: approx. 
2 m (6-
1/2 ft)
Cordless phone and other 
electronic devices:
approx. 2 m (6-
1/2 ft) Wireless system To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between 
the wireless system and other electronic devices that use the 
same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).
e.g.
ConnectionsDo not insert or remove while the home theater unit is on.
TRANSMITTERDIGITAL
SH-FX67 digital transmitter
Insert fully until you hear a 
click.
e.g.
Rear of the home theater unit
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∫
Wireless system
Preparation
If the surround speaker cables (with a blue connector and a grey connector) have already been connected, disconnect the surroun d speaker cables from 
your home theater unit.
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Connections∫
AC cord
AC IN
SPEAKERS
E N CEI NTESLS / RB LB / RSSURROU ND (3 – 6    )
AMBIOPHO NIQUES
SURR
L
SIDE R
SIDE I/D SET
SURRL
SIDE
R
SIDE
SURRL
SIDE
R
SIDE
Surround 
selector Connecting the speakers to the wireless system
Connect to terminals of the same color.
Insert fully.Speaker cable
For 5.1ch connection
 
[Compatible model: e.g. SC-PT660, SC-PT754]SURROUND (LS)
: Blue
SURROUND (RS) : GreyFor 7.1ch connection[Compatible model: e.g. SC-BT100]SURROUND (LS): Blue
SURROUND BACK (LB) : Grey
SURROUND (RS) : Grey
SURROUND BACK (RB) : Blue
Selector setting for the 
left and right speakers
Selector setting for the 
left speakers
Selector setting for the 
right speakers
Impedance: 
3≠  to 6 ≠
Speaker power rating:  100 W (Min)
AC IN
AC power supply cord  (included)
To household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
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Setup
Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit.Conserving power
The wireless system consumes a small amount of power, even when it is 
off (approx. 0.2 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a 
long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Making the wireless link
1
Turn on the wireless system.
2
Turn on your home theater unit and check the wireless 
link indicator on the home theater unit.
3
Start play on the home theater unit.
AU TO OPERATION ON/OFF
POWER
Unit on/off button [POWER CI,BÍ]
Use this button to turn the unit on and off.
CI: The unit is on.BÍ: The unit is off.
AUTO OPERATION ON/OFF indicator
The indicator lights red when the unit is turned on and lights 
green when the wireless link is activated.
When the wireless link is inactive for a long time, it turns red.LPST CT
RDS
RND
PGMEQ
PRG
SRDE.
PL
DDTSW2WSW1
“ [W1] ” or an indicator should light up.
≥If “ [W1] ” or an indicator is flashing,
refer to Troubleshooting guide (➜page 10). e.g. Display on the home theater unit∫
Pairing with existing SH-FX85
 (not included)
Your wireless system can be used with SH-FX85, both operating on the 
same wireless system as SH-FX85. By pairing, you can enjoy the 
benefits of both systems working together simultaneously.
Preparation
≥Use the SH-FX85T transmitter card for pairing.
Store your SH-FX67T transmitter card in a cool dry place for later 
use.
≥Make sure that the speaker and AC cord connections are completed, 
and the surround selector is set to the “SURR” position (➜ page 7).
≥Turn on the home theater unit and SH-FX85, and then reduce the 
volume.
1 Turn on SE-FX67.
2 While pressing the skip and slow-search button (e.g. [9/5]) on 
the home theater unit, press the numbered button [3] on the remote 
control until “P” lights in the home theater unit’s display.
≥The indicator on SE-FX67 turns green.
3 While “P” is displayed, press [I/D SET] 
on the rear of SE-FX67.
≥If “P” goes off before you press
[I/D SET], repeat step 2 and then 
continue the procedure.
4 While pressing [9/5] on the home theater unit,
press the numbered button [3] on the remote control.
≥“ [W1] ” or the wireless link indicator lights on the home theater 
unit.
5 Turn off and on SE-FX67.
≥Make sure the indicator on SE-FX67 lights up green.
[Note[Repeat the above steps if you should use SH-FX67T transmitter card 
(the link with SH-FX85 will be disconnected).

Use a pointed object.
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[Compatible model: e.g. SC-BT100]
To activate the additional SH-FX67 for 7.1ch-setup, it is necessary to be 
paired to work with the other SH-FX67.
≥Keep the transmitter cards of the additional wireless system for later 
use.Preparation
≥Make sure to connect the AC power supply cord of the additional 
wireless system.
≥Turn on the home theater unit and reduce the volume.
1 Turn on the additional wireless system.
2 While pressing the skip and slow-search button (e.g. [9/5] ) on 
the home theater unit, press the numbered button [3] on the remote 
control until “P” lights in the home theater unit’s display.
≥The indicator on the additional wireless system turns green.
3 While “P” is displayed, press [I/D SET] 
on the rear of the additional wireless 
system.
≥If “P” goes off before you press
[I/D SET], repeat step 2 and then 
continue the procedure.
4 While pressing [9/5] on the home theater unit, press the 
numbered button [3] on the remote control.
5 Turn off and on the additional wireless system.
≥Make sure the indicator on the additional wireless system lights up 
green.
[Note]
≥If you should change the transmitter card, repeat the pairing steps for 
both units of the wireless system.
≥You cannot use the wireless system with SH-FX65T transmitter card.
Using the surround back speakersUse only the SH-FX67T transmitter card.
Wireless system is originally paired to work with the SH-FX67T 
transmitter card that comes along with it. For any other accessories 
to work with the SH-FX67T transmitter card in use, pairing is 
necessary.
Pairing is necessary.
Wireless systemHome theater unit
Additional wireless systeme.g. After pairing

Use a pointed object
.
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Product service / Maintenance / Troubleshooting guide10RQTX0125 ENGLISHProduct service1 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 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 “Customer Services Directory” on page 13.
In Canada, contact the Panasoni c Canada Inc. Customer Care 
Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), 
or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner  or benzine to clean this unit.
≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that 
came with the cloth.
Product informationMaintenance Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt 
about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the table do 
not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 13 
if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on the left if 
you reside in Canada.On your home theater unitThe wireless link 
indicator
(e.g. “ 
[W1] ” or an 
indicator) is flashing.
≥ There is no link between the home theater 
unit and the wireless system. Turn the 
wireless system off and then back on. 
Alternatively, turn the wireless system off, 
disconnect the AC power supply cord, and 
then reconnect it.
The wireless link 
indicator 
(e.g. “  [W1]  ” or an 
indicator) does not 
light. ≥
Check that the home theater unit is turned 
on, and the wireless system is turned on.
≥ Ensure that the digital transmitter is fully 
inserted into the slot of the home theater 
unit.
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