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Operations Guide

The illustration shows SC-HT540.

Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No.

SC-HT540/SC-HT990

Region number

The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”.

Example:

2 ALL

2

3

5

Advanced progressive scan

page

Provides a smoother and sharper image.

12

Compatible with a variety of media formats

page

DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio,

16

DVD-Video, DivX and more.

High-performance sound effects

page

Sound quality enhancement,

Bass enhancement and more.

34

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.

Please keep this manual for future reference.

[Note[

“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.

EB RQT8722-B

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Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-HT540.

Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

[HT540]: indicates features applicable to SC-HT540 only.

[HT990] : SC-HT990 only.

System

Main unit

Front speakers

Center speaker

Surround speakers

Subwoofer

SC-HT540

SA-HT540

SB-FS540

SB-PC540

SB-FS741

SB-W540

SC-HT990

SA-HT990

SB-FS990

SB-PC895

SB-FS540

SB-W895

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts.

(Product numbers correct as of January 2006. These may be subject to change.)

1 Remote control

[HT540] (N2QAYZ000004)

[HT990] (N2QAYZ000002)

2 Remote control batteries

1 AC mains lead

(K2CT3CA00004)

1 AM loop antenna

(N1DAAAA00002)

1 Antenna plug adaptor

(K1YZ02000013)

∏ Speaker cables

[HT540]

1 kshort cable

(REEX0449B-1L)

2 klong cables

(REEX0449E-1K)

∏ [HT540] 2 Stands

(RYPX0128-S)

[HT990] 4 Stands

2 kstands with short cable

(RYPX0128-S)

2 kstands with long cable

(RYPX0332-S)

∏ [HT540] 2 Bases

[HT990] 4 Bases

(RYPX0120-S)

[HT990]

1 kshort cable

(REEX0449B-1L)

2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers

∏ [HT540] 8 Screws

[HT990] 16 Screws

(XSN5+12FJ)

1 FM indoor antenna

(RSA0007-L)

∏ [HT540] 2 Cover plates

[HT990] 4 Cover plates

(RGPX0239-K)

2

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

≥ For customers within the UK: 08705 357357

≥ For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333

≥ Visit our website for product information

≥ E-mail: [email protected]

Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥ Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer

Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm,

Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk.

≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

≥ It couldn’t be simpler!

≥ Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee?

Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting

Started

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Simple Setup

STEP 1

Assembling the speakers . . . . . 6

STEP 2

Positioning the speakers . . . . . . 8

STEP 3

Speaker connections. . . . . . . . . . 9

STEP 4

Audio and video connections . . 10

Connecting to a television with

SCART (AV) terminal . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting to a television with

AUDIO/VIDEO terminals . . . . . . . . 11

STEP 5

Radio and AC mains lead connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

STEP 6

Preparing the remote control . . 14

STEP 7

Performing QUICK SETUP. . . 14

Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Discs that can be played . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Disc caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

About DivX VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Playing

Discs

Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Displaying current playback condition . . . . . . . 20

All group, Program and Random play . . . . . . . 20

Playing data discs using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing data discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Selecting a track using CD text . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing HighMAT TM discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW

(DVD-VR) discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using on-screen menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . 28

Changing the delay time of the speakers. . . . . 31

Other

Operations

Using the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Selecting the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

RDS broadcasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using an outdoor antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . 33

Using sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Changing the sound quality:

Sound Field Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Enhancing the sound from the center speaker:

Center Focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Enhancing the stereo sound:

Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting the amount of bass:

Subwoofer level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS . . . . . . . . 35

[HT990] Enhancing the surround sound effect:

Surround Enhancer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Adjusting the volume of each speaker:

Speaker level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using other useful functions. . . . . . . . . . 36

Setting the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Muting the sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using headphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using the Music Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Operating other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Operating the television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . 8

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . 8

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . 8

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . 8

Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . 38

Troubleshooting guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Reference

3

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Caution for AC Mains Lead

(For United Kingdom)

(“EB” area code models only)

For your safety, please read the following text carefully.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE

EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE

LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR

COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.

Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE

FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN

THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG

CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL

SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO

ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Figure A Figure B

Fuse

(5 ampere)

Fuse

(5 ampere)

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured

Black or Blue.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured

Brown or Red.

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Safety precautions

Placement

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.

Do not place heavy items on the unit.

Voltage

Foreign matter

Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction.

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power supply and contact your dealer.

Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.

Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire.

Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting the unit up on a ship or other places where DC is used.

AC mains lead protection

Service

Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.

Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains lead can cause electric shock.

Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.

Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it is not to be used for a long time.

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STEP

1

Assembling the speakers

The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS990 front speakers, SB-FS741 surround speakers,

SB-FS540 front or surround speakers.

Use only as indicated in this setup.

[HT540] Front speakers

[HT990]

Front and surround speakers

Preparation

≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.

≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.

≥ Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.

≥ There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.

≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 38.

[Note]

≥ [HT990] The front and surround speakers are different.

– Check the label on the rear of speaker before attaching the stand ( ➜ page 8).

– The stand with shorter cable is for the front speaker.

[HT540] 2 Front speakers

(with cover plate)

[HT990] 2 Front speakers and

2 Surround speakers

(with cover plate)

[HT540] 2 Stands (with cable)

[HT990] 4 Stands

≥2kstands with short cable:

For front speakers

≥2kstands with long cable:

For surround speakers

[HT540] 2 Bases

[HT990] 4 Bases

[HT540] 8 Screws

[HT990] 16 Screws

6

1

Attach the stand to the base.

1 Thread the speaker cable through the base.

For quicker threading, loosely fold the cable in half (do not crease), pass the folded portion through the hole, and then pull the rest of the cable through the base.

Cable

2

Secure the stand to the base.

Screw

Tighten securely.

Stand

Base

2 Attach the stand to the base while gently pulling on the end of the speaker cable.

Base

Slide the speaker cable into the groove.

Screws

Tighten securely.

3

Attach the speaker to the stand.

1 Pull out the end of the speaker cable and position it between the ridges.

Ridges

Stand

Cable

Stand

Base

Cable

Pull gently.

2 Attach the speaker to the stand.

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Speaker

Assembled!

Stand

Cover plate

Remove before attaching the speaker and keep for wallmount use (

➜ page 38).

4

Secure the speaker to the stand.

Speaker

Screw

Tighten securely.

Ensure the speaker cable is centered in the groove.

Stand

5

Connect the speaker cable.

_

: White

`

: Blue

Insert the wire fully.

Push!

Press the speaker cable into the groove.

Preventing the speakers from falling

≥ You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.

≥ Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have strong enough support. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers.

String (not included)

Thread from the wall to the speaker and tie tightly.

Rear of the speaker

Screw eye

(not included)

Wall

Approx. 150 mm

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STEP

2

Positioning the speakers

How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:

≥ Place speakers on flat secure bases.

≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.

≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not.

≥ Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position.

The angles in the diagram are approximate.

Setup example

8

Main unit

FRONT

(L, R)

SURROUND

(L, R)

CENTER SUBWOOFER

Do not use a front speaker as a surround speaker or vice versa. Verify the type of speaker with the label on the rear of the front speaker.

Setup example

Main unit

FRONT

(L, R)

SURROUND

(L, R)

CENTER SUBWOOFER

Speaker label

Use only supplied speakers

Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected.

≥ Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Main unit

[Note]

≥ Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for proper ventilation.

≥ To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around the main unit, position it with at least

5 cm of space on all sides.

≥ Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit.

Subwoofer

Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm from the television.

Caution

≥ Do not stand on the base.

Be cautious when children are near.

≥ Do not touch the netted area of the speakers.

e.g. Front speaker e.g. [HT540] Surround speaker

Center speaker

≥ Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or shelf.

≥ To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top of the television.

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Notes on speaker use

≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.

≥ Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:

– When playing distorted sound.

– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.

– When adjusting the sound quality.

– When turning the unit on or off.

If irregular coloring occurs on your television

The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup combinations.

If this occurs, turn the television off for about

30 minutes.

The demagnetizing function of the television should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.

Caution

The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire.

Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.

Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.

STEP

3

Speaker connections

Speaker cables

[HT540]

≥1kshort cable: For center speaker

≥2klong cables: For surround speakers

[HT990]

≥1kshort cable:

For center speaker

2 sheets of speaker cable stickers

≥Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.

6 SUBWOOFER

Be careful not to cross

(short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.

SUB

WOOFER

6

Push!

Insert the wire fully.

i: White j: Blue

Speaker cable sticker

CENTER

5

5 CENTER

CENTER

5

Push!

Insert the wire fully.

i: White j: Blue

FRONT

Rch

2

FRONT

Lch

1

SURROUND

Rch

4

2 FRONT (R)

FRONT

Rch

2

FRONT

Lch

1

SURROUND

Rch

4

1 FRONT (L)

4 SURROUND (R)

SURROUND

Lch

3

SURROUND

Lch

3

3 SURROUND (L)

Main unit

9

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STEP

4

Audio and video connections

Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.

Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.

≥ Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.

Connecting to a television with SCART (AV) terminal

To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output from the SCART (AV) terminal.

Select “RGB/No Output” from QUICK SETUP ( ➜ page 14).

≥ This connection will also enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system.

Refer to “Operating other equipment” ( ➜ page 37).

Back of the main unit

AV r s

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE) Y

P

B

P

R

Sound from the television

Press [EXT-IN] to select the “TV” audio input on the remote control ( ➜ page 37).

Television

(not included)

Scart cable (not included)

≥ To listen to the sound from the television, select the appropriate audio out (e.g., Monitor) on the television.

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Connecting to a television with AUDIO/VIDEO terminals

Back of the main unit r s

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE) Y

P

B

P

R

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

AV

Television

(not included)

AUDIO

IN

L

AUDIO

OUT

R

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

Audio cable §

(not included)

Video cable

(not included)

§ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system.

Refer to “Operating other equipment” ( ➜ page 37).

Using other video connections for improved picture quality

Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal

The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)

See above for the audio connection.

Back of the main unit

AV r s

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE) Y

P

B

P

R

Television

(not included)

VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO

IN

S-video cable

(not included)

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Television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals

The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (P

B

/P

R

) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.

≥ The description of the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g.

Y/P

B

/P

R

, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/C

B

/C

R

). Connect to terminals of the same color.

≥ When making this connection, select “Video/YPbPr” or

“S-Video/YPbPr” from QUICK SETUP ( ➜ page 14). If

“RGB/No Output” is selected, the RGB signal is output from the SCART (AV) terminal, but no signal is output from the component video output terminals.

See page 11 for the audio connection.

Back of the main unit

AV r s

L

R

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE) Y

P

B

P

R

Television

(not included)

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

P

B

S-VIDEO

IN

P

R

Y

Video cables

(not included)

To enjoy progressive video

≥ Connect to a progressive output compatible television.

≥ Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p” or “576p”, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen ( ➜ page 26,

Picture Menu).

≥ Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i·50p, 525 (480)/60i·60p input terminals are progressive compatible.

Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

Set Top Box or video cassette recorder connection

In addition to the audio and video connections, you can also connect your Set Top Box or video cassette recorder.

To the aerial

Set Top Box or video cassette recorder

(not included)

RF OUT

RF IN

Television

(not included)

RF cable

(not included)

L

AUDIO

OUT

R

RF IN

AUDIO

IN

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

Audio cable (not included)

≥ You can use the scart cable connection ( ➜ page 10) instead of this connection.

Video cable

(not included)

Back of the main unit

L

R

L

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(PROGRESSIVE/

INTERLACE)

Y

P

B

R

P

R

S-VIDEO

OUT

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STEP

5

Radio and AC mains lead connections

AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna AC mains lead

Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete.

Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (page 33).

Click!

FM indoor antenna

Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.

Adhesive tape

AM loop antenna

Stand the antenna up on its base.

Place the antenna where reception is best.

Keep loose antenna cable away from other wires and cables.

Main unit

While pushing, insert the wire fully.

AC mains lead

Red

Black

White

Loosen the terminal screw with a Phillipshead screwdriver.

Re-tighten the terminal screw.

To household mains socket

(AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz)

BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC

MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION.

Conserving power

The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 0.5 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.

You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

[Note]

The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.

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STEP

6

Preparing the remote control

Remote control

2 Insert so the poles ( i and j) match those in the remote control.

3

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 severely damage the remote control.

Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

1

≥ Do not use rechargeable type batteries.

R6/LR6, AA

Use

Aim at the remote control signal sensor ( ➜ page 15), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.

STEP

7

Performing QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g.

VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).

≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.

≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations ( ➜ page 37).

1

Turn on the unit.

DVD

2

Select “DVD/CD”.

3

4

Select

Press and hold to show the QUICK SETUP screen.

Follow the messages and make the settings.

ENTER

Register

RETURN

SETUP

5

6

ENTER

Press to finish QUICK

SETUP.

Press and hold to exit.

To change these settings later

Select “QUICK SETUP” in the “Others” tab ( ➜ page 30).

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Control reference guide

See page references in parentheses.

Turn the unit on/off (14)

Change the television’s video input mode

(37)

Select disc’s title numbers etc./

Enter numbers (19)

Cancel (19)

Select preset radio stations (32)

Show a disc top menu (21) or program list (22)

Frame-by-frame/Select or register menu items on the television screen (19)

Show on-screen menu (24) or display RDS text data (33)

[HT990]

(34, 35)

The illustration shows SC-HT540.

Television operations (37)

Adjust the television volume (37)

Select the source

DVD: DVD/CD (14)

TUNER/BAND: FM/AM (32)

EXT-IN: MUSIC P. (36), TV § (37), AUX (37)

Change the unit’s display (19)

Adjust the volume of the main unit (19)

Basic operations for play (18, 19)

Show a disc menu (21) or play list (22)

Return to previous screen (19)

(34) (34) (35, 34) (34)

(36, 28) (35) (20) (36)

To use functions labeled with “-”:

Press and hold the button for at least

2 seconds.

Standby/on switch [ Í/I]

Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. (18)

MUSIC PORT

Connect an external device (36)

SURROUND ENHANCER

( [HT990] only)

Enhancing the surround sound effect (18)

The illustration shows SC-HT990.

Display

< OPEN/CLOSE

Open/Close the disc tray (18)

4, 5 / X TUNING W

Skip or slow-search play (18)/

Select the radio stations (32)

AC supply indicator

[AC IN]

This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.

SURROUND

ENHANCER

Remote control signal sensor

Phones

Connect headphones (36)

VOLUME

Turn up/down the volume (18)

/ -TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

Stop playing (18)/

Select the tuning mode (32)

Adjust the FM reception condition (32)

1 / MEMORY

Play discs (18)/

Memorize the receiving radio stations (32)

SELECTOR (32)

DVD/CD #FM#AM#TV § #AUX#

MUSIC P.

#Return to DVD/CD

§ “TV” works only when the scart cable is connected ( ➜ page 10).

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Discs that can be played

Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats.

DVD-Video [DVD-V]

DVD-Audio [DVD-A] [DVD-V]

≥ [DVD-V] Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu ( ➜ page 27).

Video CD [VCD]

≥ Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)

DVD-RAM [DVD-VR] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] §1

≥ [DVD-VR] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc.

≥ [JPEG] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders using the DCF

(Design rule for Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0.

≥ [MPEG4] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conforming to

SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system].

DVD-R (DVD-Video) §2 /DVD-RW (DVD-Video) [DVD-V]

≥ Discs recorded and finalized §3 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

DVD-R (VR) §2 /DVD-RW (VR) [DVD-VR]

≥ Discs recorded and finalized §3 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using

Version 1.1 (or 1.2 DVD-R DL only) of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard).

DVD-R/DVD-RW [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] §1

≥ Finalize §3 the disc after recording.

iR (Video) §2 / iRW (Video) [DVD-V]

≥ Discs recorded and finalized §3 on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras.

CD [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [VCD] [MPEG4] [DivX] §1

≥ This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with the above formats. Close the sessions or finalize §3 the disc after recording.

≥ [CD] This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support the Peak Extend function (a function which expands the dynamic range of high-level signals).

HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.

≥ [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] This unit also plays HighMAT discs.

≥ [WMA] This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR: a file that contains the same content encoded at several different bit rates).

§1 Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.

§2 Includes single-sided, dual-layer discs.

§3 A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

≥ It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

Discs that cannot be played

DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV,

CD-G, SACD and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB

DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107.

Video systems

– This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the system used on the disc.

– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.

– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL television ( ➜ page 30, “NTSC

Disc Output” in “Video” tab).

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Disc caution

To clean discs

Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.

Disc handling precautions

≥ Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable.

≥ Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument.

≥ Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which prevent static electricity, or any other solvent.

≥ Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

≥ Do not use the following discs:

– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs, etc).

– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.

– Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

Maintenance

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.

Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.

Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.

Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.

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 first 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.

Display the unit’s registration code

( ➜ page 30, “DivX Registration” in “Others” tab)

Setup

Disc

Video

Audio

Display

Others

DivX Registration

DivX Video-on-Demand

Your registration code is : XXXXXXXX

To learn more visit www.divx.com/vod

8 alphanumeric characters

Press ENTER to continue

≥ We recommend that you make a note of this code for future reference.

≥ After playing DivX VOD content for the first 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.)

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” is displayed.)

When playing this content

≥ The number of remaining plays is reduced by one if

– you press [ Í] or press and hold [—SETUP].

– you press [ ∫ STOP]. (Press [; PAUSE] to pause play.)

– you press [ :, 9 SKIP] or [6, 5 SLOW/

SEARCH] etc. and arrive at another content or the start of the content being played.

≥ Resume ( ➜ page 19, Stop) and Marker (➜ page 25,

Play Menu) functions do not work.

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Basic play

To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode

(e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).

≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.

Using the main unit

1

Turn the unit on.

The illustration shows SC-HT990.

3

Open the disc tray.

2

Select “DVD/CD”.

≥ Select “AUX” or “TV” to enjoy

Set Top Box, video cassette recorder or television programs.

(Refer to page 12 for the necessary connections.)

4

Load the disc.

≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.

≥ For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its cartridge before use.

SURROUND ENHANCER

(

➜ page 35) ∫ (Stop)

SURROUND

ENHANCER

5

Start play.

The tray is automatically closed.

To change the sound quality

page 34

6

Adjust the volume.

VOLUME

Press to skip.

Press and hold to

– search during play

– start slow-motion play during pause (Motion picture part)

≥ Press [1] (Play) to start normal play.

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[Note[

≥ Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. To preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen, press

[ ∫] (Stop) when you are finished with the menus.

≥ Total title number may not be displayed properly on iR/iRW.

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If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (

page 40 to 42).

Using the remote control

1

Numbered buttons

CANCEL

,

SKIP

STOP

PAUSE

TOP MENU,

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

ENTER

Stop

Pause

Select

2

FL DISPLAY

6

,

SLOW/SEARCH

5

MENU,

PLAY LIST

RETURN

On-screen item select

Enter number

Register

The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the display.

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to resume.

≥ Press [∫ STOP] again to clear the position.

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to restart play.

Skip

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]

[CD] e.g. To select 12:

[ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[VCD] with playback control

Press [ ∫ STOP] to cancel the PBC function, and then press the numbered buttons.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]

[DivX] e.g. To select 123:

[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [3] ➜ [ENTER]

≥ Press [CANCEL] to cancel the number(s).

[DVD-A] [DVD-V]

Shows a disc top menu.

[DVD-VR]

Press the button to show the programs (

➜ page 22).

[DVD-V]

Shows a disc menu.

[DVD-VR]

Press the button to show a playlist (

➜ page 22).

[VCD] with playback control

Shows a disc menu.

Search

(during play)

Slow-motion

(during pause)

Frame-byframe

(during pause)

≥ [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]

[DivX]

[This feature does not work during program and random play

( ➜ page 20).]

[ 3, 4]: Group skip

[ 2, 1]: Content skip

≥ Up to 5 steps.

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to start normal play.

≥ [VCD] Slow-motion: forward direction only.

≥ [MPEG4] [DivX] Slowmotion: Does not work.

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part)

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

≥ [VCD] Forward direction only.

Disc menu

Return to previous screen

Main unit display

[DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA]

[MP3] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Time display

,-.Information display

(e.g. [DVD-VR]

Program number)

[JPEG]

When Slideshow

( ➜ page 25) is on:

SLIDE

,-.Contents number

When Slideshow is off:

PLAY

,-.Contents number

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Convenient functions

Numbered buttons

All group play

[DVD-A]

Press [

1 PLAY].

All Group Playback

Press PLAY to start

CANCEL

FUNCTIONS

PLAY

ENTER

Program play (up to 32 items)

1

Press the numbered buttons to select the item.

(

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V]

Program Playback

No.

1

Choose a title and chapter.

Title Chapter Time

Play

Clear

Clear all

PLAY MODE

PLAY to start

Displaying current playback condition

FUNCTIONS

Press [FUNCTIONS].

Each time you press the button:

Main menu ( ➜ page 24) -----------> Basics ------------>Details

^------------- off (No on-screen display) ,-----------------b

Basics

e.g. [DVD-V]

Current playback number

Elapsed play time

Title

1

Chapter

4

Time

0:41:23

Playback condition

Program Playback

Play mode

Details

e.g. [DVD-V]

Audio information

Subtitle information

Angle information

Aspect of current title

Total play time of current title

Current position

Details-DVD-Video

Audio

Subtitle

1 DTS 3/2.1ch

Angle

Source Aspect

1/1

4:3

Title Total Time 0:54:28

≥ [MPEG4] [DivX] Video and audio information is not displayed during search.

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All group, Program and

Random play

≥ Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu

( ➜ page 27) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or

DivX video contents.

≥ [DVD-V] Some items cannot be played even if you have programmed them.

≥ [DVD-A] Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password screen appears after selecting a group, enter the password with the numbered buttons to play the bonus group. Refer also to the disc’s jacket.

Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped.

All group, program and random playback screens appear sequentially.

All group ( [DVD-A] ) _-----) Program -----------) Random

^---------------------- off (Normal play) (__--_----}

To exit the all group, program and random mode

Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.

2

Press [

1 PLAY]. to select and press ENTER

≥ Repeat this step to program other items.

≥ To select a 2-digit number e.g. To select 12: [ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

To select an item using the cursor buttons

Press [ENTER] and [ 3, 4] to select an item, and then press [ENTER] again to register.

To select all the items

While the “Chapter”, “Track” or

“Content” field is highlighted, press

[ 3, 4] to select “ALL”. Then press

[ENTER] again to register.

e e.g. [DVD-V]

Chapter

ALL

Time

To change the selected program

1 Press [ 3, 4] to select the program number.

2 Press the numbered buttons to change each item.

( [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

To clear the selected program

1 Press [ 3, 4] to select the program number.

2 Press [CANCEL] (or press [ 3, 4, 2, 1] to select

“Clear” and press [ENTER]).

To clear the whole program

Select “Clear all” with [ 3, 4, 2, 1] and press [ENTER].

The whole program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

Random play

1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Press the numbered buttons to select a group or title.

(

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Press [ENTER] to register the selection.)

e.g. [DVD-V]

Random Playback

Choose a title.

Title 1

0 ~ 9 to select

PLAY to start

[DVD-A]

≥ To enter all groups, press [2, 1] to select “All” and press [ENTER].

≥ To deselect a group, press numbered buttons corresponding to the group you want to clear.

2

Press [

1 PLAY].

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Playing data discs using navigation menus

Numbered buttons

STOP

TOP MENU,

DIRECT NAVIGATOR

FUNCTIONS

,

SLOW/SEARCH

MENU,

PLAY LIST

ENTER

Playing data discs

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu ( ➜ page 27) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX video contents.

≥ Playing HighMAT TM discs ( ➜ page 22)

Playing items in order (Playback Menu)

1

Press [TOP MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU].

e.g.

All contents

WMA/MP3

JPEG

MPEG4 and DivX video

Playback Menu

All

Audio

Picture

Video to select and press

ENTER

2

Press [

3, 4] to select “All”, “Audio”,

“Picture” or “Video” and press [ENTER].

Total 434

Total 7

Total 427

Total 2

Playing from the selected item (Navigation

Menu)

1

Press [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [MENU].

e.g.

Group and content number currently playing Navigation Menu 5

002 My favorite2 005 Japanese 001 Lady Starfish

Perfume

001 My favorite1

002 My favorite2

001 Brazilian

002 Chinese

003 Czech

004 Hungarian

005 Japanese

006 Mexican

007 Philippine

008 Swedish

009 Piano

Group

JPEG

001 Lady Starfish

002 Metal Glue

003 Life on Jupiter

004 Starperson

005 Starpersons

006 Starperson

007 Starpersons

Content

: JPEG

: WMA/MP3

: MPEG4 and DivX video

Content 0001/0004 Group 005/023

Number currently selected

2

Press [

2] followed by [3, 4] to select the

group and press [ENTER].

3 To play content in the group in order

Press [ENTER].

To start play from the selected content

Press [

3, 4] to select and [ENTER].

Using the submenu

1 While Navigation Menu is displayed

Press [FUNCTIONS].

2 Press [ 3, 4] to select an item and press

[ENTER].

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Multi

List

Tree

Thumbnail

Next group

Previous group

All

Audio

Picture

Video

Help display

Find

Groups and contents are displayed.

Contents only

Groups only

Thumbnail images [JPEG]

To go to next group

To go to previous group

WMA/MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video

WMA/MP3 only

JPEG only

MPEG4 and DivX video only

To switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator

To search by content or group title (

➜ below)

Searching by a content or group title

Highlight a group title to search the group, or a content title to search its content.

1 While the submenu is displayed (above)

Press [ 3, 4] to select “Find” and press

[ENTER].

¢ A Find

2 Press [ 3, 4] to select a character and press

[ENTER].

≥ Repeat to enter another character.

≥ Lower case characters are also searched.

≥ Press [6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.

≥ Press [2] to erase a character.

≥ Leave the asterisk (¢) when you search for the titles including the character you enter.

≥ Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the titles starting with the character you enter. To add the asterisk ( ¢) again, display the submenu again and select “Find”.

3 Press [ 1] to select “Find” and press

[ENTER].

The search result screen appears.

4 Press [ 3, 4] to select the content or group and press [ENTER].

(Continued on next page)

To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a

JPEG image on the screen, select a JPEG file first and then select audio contents.

(The opposite order is not effective.) 21

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Playing data discs using navigation menus

Selecting a track using CD text

[CD]

Titles appear with CD Text disc playback.

1

Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].

e.g. CD text

CD Text

Disc Title: All By Artist

Disc Artist: Pink Island

Track title: Long John Platinum

Track Artist: SHIPWRECKED

1/23 63 00

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8

Ashley at Prom

City Penguin

Formura one

Soccer

Baseball

Neanderthal

Cartoons

Trilobites

2

Press [

3, 4] to select the track and press

[ENTER].

≥ Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the playback condition and current position.

Playing HighMAT

TM

discs

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

1

Press [TOP MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [∫ STOP].

≥ To change the menu background to the one recorded on the disc, press [FUNCTIONS].

2

Press [

3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, and

then press [ENTER].

≥ Repeat this step if necessary.

e.g.

New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te PAG E 1 / 3

M e n u 1 P l a y l i s t 1 M e n u 2

Menu: Takes you to the next menu which shows playlists or another menu

Playlist: play starts

P l a y l i s t 2

2 Prev

M e n u 3

3Return

P l a y l i s t 3

Next

1

Selecting from the list

1

During play

Press [MENU].

≥ To exit the screen, press [MENU].

e.g.

Playlist

Playlist

Group

Content

0 9 to select

All By Artist

8

9

6

7

10

No.

1

2

3

4

5

Content title

Few times in summer

Less and less

And when I was born

Quatre gymnopedies

You've made me sad

I can't quit him

Evening glory

Wheeling spin

Velvet Cuppermine

Ziggy starfish

Krissa

ENTER to play

RETURN to exit

2

Press [

2] followed by [3, 4] to switch

among “Playlist”, “Group” and “Content” lists.

3

Press [

1] followed by [3, 4] to select an

item and press [ENTER].

Playing RAM and DVD-R/-

RW (DVD-VR) discs

[DVD-VR]

≥ Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc.

≥ You cannot edit programs, playlists and disc titles.

Playing the programs

1

Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

≥ To exit the screen, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].

e.g.

Direct Navigator

2

3

4

5

No.

1

Date

11/ 1(WED)

1/ 1 (MON)

2/ 2 (TUE)

3/ 3 (WED)

4/10(THU)

On

0:05 AM

1:05 AM

2:21 AM

3:37 AM

11:05 AM

0 9 to select

T i t l e

Monday feature

Auto action

Cinema

Music

Baseball

Contents

RETURN to exit

2

Press [

3, 4] or the numbered buttons to

select the program.

≥ To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

≥ Press [1] to show the contents of the program and the disc.

3

Press [ENTER].

Playing a playlist

This works only when the disc contains a playlist.

1

Press [PLAY LIST].

≥ To exit the screen, press [PLAY LIST].

e.g.

Playlist

1 2

4

5

No.

1

2

3

Date

11/1

1/ 1

2/ 2

3/ 3

4/10

Total Time

0:00:01

0:01:20

1:10:04

0:10:20

0:00:01

Title

City Penguin

Ashley at Prom

Formula one

Soccer

Baseball

0 9 to select and press ENTER

Contents

RETURN to exit

2

Press [

3, 4] or the numbered buttons to

select the playlist.

≥ To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

3

Press [ENTER].

Playing scenes one by one

1 While the playlist menu is displayed

Press [ 1].

2 Press [ 3, 4] to select “Scene List” and press

[ENTER].

≥ “Contents” shows playlist information.

3 Press [ 3, 4, 2, 1] to select a scene and press [ENTER].

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Tips for making data discs

≥ When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen.

≥ There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.

≥ This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.

DVD-RAM

≥ Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.

DVD-R/RW

≥ Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).

≥ This unit does not support multi-session. Only the default session is played.

CD-R/RW

≥ Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).

≥ This unit supports multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

Naming folders and files

(Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups on this unit.)

At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done in the order you want to play them

(this may not work at times).

Files must have the extension ( ➜ below).

[WMA] (Extension: “.WMA” or “.wma”)

≥ Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps

≥ You cannot play WMA files that are copy-protected.

≥ This unit does not support Multiple Bit Rate (MBR).

e.g. [MP3] root

001 group

001

001 track.mp3

002 track.mp3

003 track.mp3

002 group

003 group

001 track.mp3

002 track.mp3

003 track.mp3

004 track.mp3

001 track.mp3

002 track.mp3

003 track.mp3

[MP3] (Extension: “.MP3” or “.mp3”)

≥ Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps

≥ This unit does not support ID3 tags.

≥ Compatible sampling rates:

– DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW: 11.02, 12, 22.05, 24, 44.1 and 48 kHz

– CD-R/RW: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz

[JPEG] (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”)

≥ JPEG files taken on a digital camera that conform to DCF Standard (Design rule for Camera File system) Version

1.0 are displayed. Files that have been altered, edited or saved with computer picture editing software may not be displayed.

≥ This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other such formats, and still pictures other than JPEG

(e.g. TIFF), or play pictures with attached audio.

[MPEG4] (Extension: “.ASF” or “.asf”)

≥ You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit.

≥ The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.

[DivX] (Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”)

≥ You can play all versions of DivX ® video (including DivX ® 6) [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system] with standard playback of DivX ® media files. Functions added with DivX Ultra are not supported.

≥ GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.

≥ DivX files greater than 2 GB or have no index may not be played properly on this unit.

≥ This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of 720 k480 (NTSC)/720 k576 (PAL).

≥ You can select up to 8 types of audio and subtitles on this unit.

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Using on-screen menus

Numbered buttons

CANCEL

FUNCTIONS

PLAY

ENTER

RETURN

1

Show the Main menu.

2

Select

Go to the next menu

Register

Return to the previous menu

Select the menu.

e.g. [DVD-V]

Functions

Title

Chapter

Time

Audio

Subtitle

Angle

1/2

3/10

0:24:31

1 English

3 Spanish

1/2

1 English

2 French

3 Spanish

3

Select

Register

Make the settings.

e.g. [DVD-V]

Functions

Title

Chapter

Time

Audio

1/2

3/10

0:24:31

1 English

Subtitle

Angle

3 Spanish

1/2

Other Settings

1 English

2 French

3 Spanish

4

Press to exit.

Main menu

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Program

Group

Title

Chapter

Track

Playlist

Content

Time

Video

Audio

To start from a specific item e.g.

[DVD-VR] To select Program 12

Press the numbered buttons:

[1] ➜ [2] ➜ [ENTER]

Functions

Program

Time

Audio

Subtitle

2/16

0:34:15

L R

On

Program Search 12

(Time Slip and Time Search do not work with iR/iRW discs.)

To skip incrementally or decrementally

(Time Slip for play only)

1 Press [ENTER] twice to show the Time

Slip indicator.

2 Press [ 3, 4] to select the time and press [ENTER].

≥ To change the steps more quickly, press and hold [ 3, 4].

To start from a specific time (Time

Search)

To change remaining/elapsed time display

[MPEG4] [DivX]

To display pixel number

[DivX] fps (frame per second) is also displayed.

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple soundtracks)

To select audio soundtrack

[DVD-VR] [VCD] [DivX]

To select “L”, “R” or “LR”

[DVD-V] (Karaoke disc)

To select “On” or “Off” for vocals

≥ Read the disc’s instructions for details.

Signal type/data

LPCM/PPCM/ ÎDigital/DTS/MP3/MPEG:

Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels) e.g. 3/2 .1ch

.1: Low frequency effect

.1: (not displayed if there is no signal)

.

0: No surround

.

1: Mono surround

.

2: Stereo surround (left/right)

.

1: Center

.

2: Front left iFront right

.

3: Front left iFront rightiCenter

≥ [DivX] It may take some time for play to start if you change the audio on a DivX video disc.

[WMA] [MP3]

To display the current bitrate or sampling frequency

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Main menu

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Still Picture

To switch still pictures

Thumbnail

To show thumbnail images

Subtitle

[DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple subtitles)

[VCD] (SVCD only)

To select subtitle language

≥ On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed.

≥ [DVD-VR] “On” or “Off” appears only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic

DVD Recorders).

Marker (VR)

Angle

Rotate

Picture

[DVD-VR]

To recall a marker recorded on

DVD-Video recorders

Press [ 3, 4] ➜ Press [ENTER].

(with multiple angles)

To select a video angle

To rotate a picture

Slideshow

Other

Settings

To turn on/off slideshow

On ,------. Off

To change the slideshow timing

1 (Fast) to 5 (Slow)

( ➜ below)

Other Settings

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Play

Speed

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V]

To change play speed

– from “ k0.6” to “k1.4”

≥ Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play.

≥ After you change the speed

– Dolby Pro Logic II and Sound

Enhancement have no effect.

– Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo.

– Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz.

≥ This function may not work depending on the disc’s recording.

Play Menu

This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.

Repeat

A-B

Repeat

[DVD-VR] : Program >All>Off

≥ During playlist play:

Scene >Playlist>Off

[DVD-A] : Track >Group § >Off

[DVD-V] : Chapter >Title § >Off

[VCD] [CD] : Track >All>Off

[WMA] [MP3] [MPEG4] [DivX] :

Content

[JPEG]

>Group

: Group §

§ >Off

>Off

§ “All” is displayed during all group ( [DVD-A] ), program or random play.

Except [JPEG] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part)

[MPEG4] [DivX]

To repeat a specified section

Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending points.

Press [ENTER] again to cancel.

Marker

Advanced

Disc

Review

Except [DVD-VR]

To mark up to 5 positions to play again

Press [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept markers.)

To mark a position:

Press [ENTER] (at the desired point).

To mark another position:

Press [ 2, 1] to select “¢” ➜ Press

[ENTER].

To recall a marker:

Press [ 2, 1] ➜ Press [ENTER].

To erase a marker:

Press [ 2, 1] ➜ Press [CANCEL].

≥ This feature does not work during program and random play.

≥ Markers you add are cleared when you open the disc tray or switch the unit to standby.

[DVD-VR] (Except still picture part)

[DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW)

Allows you to browse the disc contents and start playing from the selected position.

You can select either “Intro Mode” or

“Interval Mode” in “Advanced Disc Review” in the “Disc” tab ( ➜ page 29).

When you find a title/program to play

Press [ 1 PLAY].

≥ This may not work depending on the disc and the play position.

≥ [DVD-VR] This does not work when playing a playlist ( ➜ page 22).

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Using on-screen menus

Other Settings

Picture Menu

Picture

Mode

Normal

Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes.

Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes.

Animation: Suitable for animation.

Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for

User: powerful images.

Press [ENTER] to select

“Picture Adjustment”

( ➜ below).

Picture Adjustment

Contrast: Increases the contrast between light and dark parts of the picture.

Brightness: Brightens the picture.

Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of horizontal lines.

Colour: Adjusts the shade of the picture’s color.

Gamma: Adjusts the brightness of dark parts.

Depth Enhancer: Reduces the rough noise in the background to give a greater feeling of depth.

Video

Output

Mode

To select suitable picture quality with your television

§ 480p/576p (progressive)

§ 480i/576i (interlace)

When you select “xxx § p” (progressive) and a confirmation screen appears, select

“Yes” only if connecting to a progressive output compatible television.

§ The numbers displayed depend on the disc being played. One of the above numbers is displayed.

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Transfer

Mode

Source

Select

[DivX]

If you have chosen “xxx § p” (progressive)

( ➜ above), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material.

≥ The setting will return to Auto or Auto1 when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected.

When playing PAL discs, MPEG4 or DivX video contents

Auto: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.

Video: Select when using Auto, and the content is distorted.

Cinema: Select this if the edges of the film content appear jagged or rough when Auto is selected.

However, if the video content is distorted as shown in the illustration to the right, then select Auto.

When playing NTSC discs

Auto1: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it.

Auto2: In addition to Auto1, automatically detects film contents with different frame rates and appropriately converts it.

Video: Select when using Auto1 and

Auto2, and the content is distorted.

When you select “Auto” the constructing method of the DivX contents is automatically distinguished and output. If the picture is distorted, select “I (Interlace)” or “P (Progressive)” depending on which constructing method was used when the contents were recorded to disc.

Auto, I (Interlace), P (Progressive)

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Other Settings

Audio Menu

Dolby Pro

Logic II

( ➜ page 34, Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II)

Dialogue

Enhancer

Sound

Enhancement

To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear

[DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG,

3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel)

[DivX] (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel)

On ,------. Off

To enjoy comfortable, analog-like sound

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] (Discs recorded with

48 kHz only)

[WMA] [MP3] (Disc recording is other than 8 kHz, 16 kHz or 32 kHz)

[VCD] [CD]

On ,------. Off

≥ This may have no effect depending on the disc’s recording.

≥ This does not work with MP3 on

DVD-RAM or DVD-R/RW.

Display Menu

Information

[JPEG] On ,------. Off

Subtitle

Position

0 to s60 (in 2 unit steps)

Subtitle

Brightness

Auto, 0 to s7

To select how to show images made for 4:3 aspect screens on a

16:9 aspect television

4:3 Aspect

Normal: Laterally stretches

Auto: images.

Expands 4:3 letterbox images to fill more of the screen. Other images appear in full in the center of the screen.

Shrink: Images appear in the center of the screen.

Zoom: Expands to 4:3 aspect ratio.

If your television has a similar feature, use it instead for a better effect.

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Just Fit Zoom

Manual Zoom

Bit Rate

Display

GUI Seethrough

GUI Brightness

To select the appropriate screen size to fit your television screen

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part)

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Auto, 4:3 Standard,

European Vista,

16:9 Standard, American Vista,

Cinemascope1, Cinemascope2 e.g.

4:3 Standard (4:3)

European Vista (1.66:1)

16:9 Standard (16:9)

American Vista (1.85:1)

Cinemascope1 (2.35:1)

Cinemascope2 (2.55:1)

[MPEG4] [DivX]

Standard ( a0.25 full-screen),

Original (actual recorded size),

Full (full-screen)

≥ This may not work depending on the discs recording.

To zoom in and out manually

– in 0.01-unit steps from “ k1.00” to

“ k1.60”

– in 0.02-unit steps from “ k1.60” to

“ k2.00”

– in 0.05-unit steps from “ k2.00” to

“ k4.00” ( [MPEG4] [DivX] only)

≥ To change the steps more quickly, press and hold [ 3, 4].

≥ [MPEG4] [DivX] It may not be possible to zoom up to “ k4.00” depending upon the connected television and its settings.

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part)

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] [MPEG4] [DivX]

On ,------. Off

To make the on-screen menu transparent

Off, On, Auto

To adjust the on-screen menu brightness s3 to r3

Other Menu

Setup

Play as

DVD-Video

or

Play as

DVD-Audio

Play as

DVD-VR, Play as HighMAT

or

Play as Data

Disc

(

➜ page 28)

To play DVD-Video contents of

DVD-Audio

Select “Play as DVD-Video”.

To use functions for data discs

( ➜ page 21)

(To play JPEG, MP3, MPEG4 or

DivX video contents on DVD-RAM, or to play a HighMAT disc without using HighMAT function)

Select “Play as Data Disc”.

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Changing the player settings

1

Numbered buttons

2

Select

Press and hold to show the Setup menu.

If you have not performed

QUICK SETUP ( ➜ page 14), the QUICK SETUP screen appears.

Select the tab.

ENTER

3

Select

Go right

Select the item.

SETUP

4

Tab

Setup

Disc

Video

Audio

Display

Others

Audio

Subtitle

Menus

Advanced Disc Review

Ratings

English

Automatic

English

Intro Mode

Level 8 to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit

Item

Setting

≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.

≥ Underlined items are the factory settings in the following diagram.

5

Select

Register

Make the settings.

Register

Press and hold to exit.

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QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

Disc tab

Audio

Choose the audio language.

Subtitle

Choose the subtitle language.

≥English

≥Swedish

≥Automatic

≥Polish

§3

≥French

≥Dutch

≥English

≥Swedish

≥German ≥Italian ≥Spanish ≥Polish

≥Original §1 ≥Other¢¢¢¢ §2

≥French

≥Dutch

≥German ≥Italian

≥Other¢¢¢¢ §2

≥Spanish

≥English

≥Swedish

≥French

≥Dutch

≥German ≥Italian

≥Other¢¢¢¢ §2

≥Spanish ≥Polish

Menus

Choose the language for disc menus.

Changing the menu language in QUICK SETUP also changes this setting.

Advanced Disc Review

( ➜ page 25)

≥Intro Mode: Reviews each title/program.

≥Interval Mode: Reviews not only each title/program but also each 10-minute interval within a title/program.

Ratings

Set a rating level to limit

DVD-Video play.

Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)

≥8 No Limit ≥1 to 7 ≥0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without rating levels.

When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Do not forget your password.

A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video disc exceeding the rating level is inserted in the unit.

Enter your password and then follow the on-screen instructions.

§1

§2

§3

The original language designated on the disc is selected.

Input the appropriate code from the language code list ( ➜ page 31).

If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitles appear in that language (if available on the disc).

Video tab

TV Aspect

Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.

≥4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3)

The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless prohibited by the disc).

≥ 4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3)

Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

TV Type

Select to suit the type of television.

≥ 16:9: Widescreen television (16:9)

≥Standard (Direct View TV)

≥LCD TV/Projector ≥Projection TV

≥CRT Projector

≥Plasma TV

Time Delay

When connected with a

Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video.

≥0ms ≥20ms ≥40ms ≥60ms ≥80ms ≥100ms

Video Out (AV/

Component)

Choose the video signal format to be output from the

SCART (AV) and Component terminal.

≥Video/YPbPr

≥RGB/No Output

≥S-Video/YPbPr

Still Mode

Specify the type of picture shown when paused.

≥ Automatic

≥Field §4 : The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower.

≥Frame §4 : Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.

§4 Refer to “Frame still and field still” ( ➜ page 43, Glossary).

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Changing the player settings

QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area.

Video tab (Continued)

NTSC Disc Output

Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when playing NTSC discs ( ➜ page 16, Video systems).

≥PAL60: When connected to a PAL television.

≥NTSC: When connected to an NTSC television.

Picture/Video Output

Change the video signal format to be output for JPEG,

MPEG4 and DivX video if picture output is not smooth during playback.

≥Automatic ≥PAL

≥NTSC/PAL60: Output will depend on “NTSC Disc Output” setting ( ➜ above).

Audio tab

Dynamic Range

Compression

Speaker Settings

(

page 31)

Set the delay time for your center and surround speakers.

≥Off

≥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)

≥Center: 0.0/1.0/2.0/3.0/4.0/5.0 ms

≥Surround (L/R): 0.0/5.0/10.0/15.0 ms

Display tab

Menu Language

On-Screen Messages

Background during Play

Select background during

JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video playback.

≥English

≥Polski

≥On

≥Black

≥Français

≥Svenska

≥Off

≥Grey

≥Deutsch

≥Nederlands

≥Italiano ≥Español

Others tab

FL Dimmer

Change the brightness of the unit’s display.

DivX Registration

Display the unit’s registration code.

QUICK SETUP

Re-initialise Setting

Return all values in the Setup menus to the default settings.

≥Bright ≥Dim

≥Auto: The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some operations.

You need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video-on-Demand

(VOD) content ( ➜ page 17, About DivX VOD content).

≥Yes ≥No

≥Yes: The password screen is shown if “Ratings” ( ➜ page 29) is set. Please enter the same password. After “INIT” on the display disappears, turn the unit off and on again.

≥ No

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Changing the delay time of the speakers

(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)

(Center and surround speakers only)

For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position.

If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.

L

LS

LS

C

C a

R c

SW b

RS

RS

: Actual speaker position

: Ideal speaker position a b c

: Primary listening distance

Approximate room dimensions

1 Press [ 3, 4] to select the delay time box and press [ENTER].

2 Press [ 3, 4] to adjust the delay time and press

[ENTER].

Center delay time

Exit

L

Exit

LS ms

0.0

C ms

0.0

R

SW

RS

Surround delay time

Circle of constant primary listening distance

If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting.

a Center speaker b Surround speaker

Difference (Approx.) Setting Difference (Approx.) Setting

30 cm

60 cm

90 cm

120 cm

150 cm

1.0 ms 150 cm

2.0 ms 300 cm

3.0 ms 450 cm

4.0 ms

5.0 ms

5.0 ms

10.0 ms

15.0 ms

To finish the speaker setting

Press [ 2] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

When you change the surround speaker setting for Dolby

Digital, the setting also changes for Dolby Pro Logic II.

e.g., the settings for Music are the same as those for

Dolby Digital.

Dolby Digital

0 ms

5 ms

10 ms

15 ms

Dolby Pro Logic II

Music

0 ms

5 ms

10 ms

15 ms

Movie

10 ms

15 ms

20 ms

25 ms

Language code list

Abkhazian:

Afar:

Afrikaans:

Albanian:

Ameharic:

6566

6565

6570

8381

6577

Arabic:

Armenian:

Assamese:

Aymara:

6582

7289

6583

6589

Azerbaijani:

Bashkir:

6590

6665

Basque: 6985

Bengali, Bangla: 6678

Bhutani:

Bihari:

Breton:

Bulgarian:

6890

6672

6682

6671

Burmese: 7789

Byelorussian: 6669

Cambodian:

Catalan:

7577

6765

Chinese:

Corsican:

Croatian:

Czech:

9072

6779

7282

6783

Danish:

Dutch:

English:

Esperanto:

Estonian:

Faroese:

Fiji:

Finnish:

French:

Frisian:

Galician:

Georgian:

German:

Greek:

Greenlandic:

Guarani:

Gujarati:

Hausa:

Hebrew:

Hindi:

Hungarian:

Icelandic:

Indonesian:

Interlingua:

Irish:

6976

7576

7178

7185

7265

7387

7273

7285

7383

7378

7365

7165

6865

7876

6978

6979

6984

7079

7074

7073

7082

7089

7176

7565

6869

Italian:

Japanese:

Javanese:

Kannada:

Kashmiri:

7384

7465

7487

7578

7583

Kazakh:

Kirghiz:

Korean:

Kurdish:

7575

7589

7579

7585

Laotian:

Latin:

7679

7665

Latvian, Lettish: 7686

Lingala: 7678

Lithuanian:

Macedonian:

Malagasy:

Malay:

Malayalam:

Maltese:

Maori:

Marathi:

Moldavian:

Mongolian:

Nauru:

Nepali:

7684

7775

7771

7783

7776

7784

7773

7782

7779

7778

7865

7869

Norwegian:

Oriya:

7879

7982

Pashto, Pushto: 8083

Persian:

Polish:

7065

8076

Portuguese:

Punjabi:

8084

8065

Quechua: 8185

Rhaeto-Romance: 8277

Romanian:

Russian:

Samoan:

Sanskrit:

8279

8285

8377

8365

Scots Gaelic:

Serbian:

7168

8382

Serbo-Croatian: 8372

Shona: 8378

Sindhi:

Singhalese:

Slovak:

Slovenian:

8368

8373

8375

8376

Somali:

Spanish:

Sundanese:

Swahili:

8379

6983

8385

8387

Swedish:

Tagalog:

Tajik:

Tamil:

Tatar:

Telugu:

Thai:

Tibetan:

Tigrinya:

Tonga:

Turkish:

Turkmen:

Twi:

Ukrainian:

Urdu:

Uzbek:

Vietnamese:

Volapük:

Welsh:

Wolof:

Xhosa:

Yiddish:

Yoruba:

Zulu:

8575

8582

8590

8673

8679

6789

8779

8872

7473

8979

9085

8386

8476

8471

8465

8484

8469

8472

6679

8473

8479

8482

8475

8487

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Using the radio

Numbered buttons

TUNER/BAND

Selecting the preset channels

1

Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.

≥ To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

Alternatively, press [ X, W].

PRG

A

DE

S

AC

DISC SFC TG D.MIX MONO SLP

FUNCTIONS

ENTER

The illustration shows SC-HT540.

MEMORY

TUNING

When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, “ST” lights in the display.

ST SRD E.

HDCD

H.BASS

W PGM

1

If noise is excessive

When “FM” is selected

Press and hold [—FM MODE] on the main unit to display “MONO”.

MONO ST SRD E.

W

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

1

Press and hold [—FM MODE] again to cancel the mode.

≥ The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

32

-TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

When “AM” is selected

Press [FUNCTIONS] on the remote control.

Each time you press the button: BP 2 ()BP 1

SELECTOR

Manual tuning

Presetting stations automatically

M ain unit only

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1

Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

Each time you press the button:

MANUAL ()PRESET

3

Press [

X TUNING W] to tune to the lowest

frequency (FM: 87.50, AM: 522).

4

Press and hold [MEMORY].

Release the button when “FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO” is displayed.

The tuner presets 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

( ➜ right).

M ain unit only

1

Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

3

Press [

X TUNING W] to select the frequency.

≥ To start automatic tuning, press and hold

[ X TUNING W] until the frequency starts scrolling.

Tuning stops when a station is found.

Presetting the channel

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1 While listening to the radio broadcast

Press [ENTER].

2 While the frequency and “PGM” are flashing on the display

Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.

≥ To select a 2-digit number e.g. To select 12:

[ S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2]

DISC SFC TG D.MIX MONO SLP

Alternatively, press [ X, W], and then press

[ENTER].

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset to that channel.

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RDS broadcasting

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

Press [FUNCTIONS] to display the text data.

Each time you press the button:

PS (factory preset) >PTY> Frequency display

^----------------------------------------------------------}

PTY displays

NEWS

AFFAIRS

INFO

SPORT

EDUCATE

DRAMA

CULTURE

SCIENCE

VARIED

POP M

ROCK M

M.O.R. M §

LIGHT M

CLASSICS

OTHER M

WEATHER

FINANCE

CHILDREN

SOCIAL A

RELIGION

PHONE IN

TRAVEL

LEISURE

JAZZ

COUNTRY

NATIONAL

OLDIES

FOLK M

DOCUMENT

TEST

ALARM

§ “M.O.R. M”=Middle of the road music

[Note]

RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.

Using an outdoor antenna (optional)

Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.

≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.

≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

Use the antenna plug adaptor (included).

FM outdoor antenna (Using a television antenna)

≥ Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.

≥ The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.

Leave the AM loop antenna connected.

5 to 12 m

AM outdoor antenna

(Using a vinyl wire)

Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location.

75 ≠ coaxial cable

(not included)

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Using sound effects

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DVD

VOLUME

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.

Press and hold [—C.FOCUS].

Each time you press and hold the button:

C FOCUS ON ,------.C FOCUS OFF

≥ This does not work when Sound Field Control (MOVIE,

SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.

≥ This also works when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.

SUBWOOFER LEVEL

SFC

( - SFC, SRD ENH)

CH SELECT,

TEST

PL

- H.BASS,

C.FOCUS

[Note]

≥ The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect depending on the type of source, 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.

≥ [HT990] It is not possible to turn on Surround Enhancer and Sound Field Control at the same time.

Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II

Except [DivX]

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 specifically Dolby Surround encoded.

Press [

ÎPLII].

Each time you press the button:

Movie: Movie software, recorded in Dolby

Surround.

Music: Stereo sources

Off: Cancel

PL

D DTS

PRG

CD

DVD

PTY

MODE

RDS

PS A AC

≥ This works only in DVD/CD mode.

≥ “ÎPLII” lights when there is effect.

Changing the sound quality:

Sound Field Control

Press [SFC] (

[HT990]

[-SFC]).

Each time you press the button:

FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset).

MOVIE: Use this mode when playing movie software.

SPORT: Simulates sound to make you feel like you are at a sports event.

MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo sources.

HEAVY: Adds punch to rock.

CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds.

SOFT: For background music.

≥ To check the current setting, press [SFC] ( [HT990] [-SFC]).

≥ MOVIE, SPORT and MUSIC are not available when

Dolby Pro Logic II is on, or when playing a disc recorded with a multi-channel source.

≥ You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best surround effect ( ➜ page 35, Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments).

≥ When MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC is turned on, you can enjoy audio from your television in 5.1-channel surround sound ( ➜ page 37).

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 playing source.

Press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL].

≥ [DVD-V] [DVD-VR]

SUB W 4 (factory preset) >SUB W 1>SUB W 2

^--------------------------- SUB W 3 (------------------------}

When another source is selected

SUB W 2 (factory preset) >SUB W 3>SUB W 4

^-------------------------- SUB W 1(-------------------------}

≥ To check the current setting, press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL].

≥ The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play the same type of source, except when Sound

Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.

§ When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is on, the factory presets are as follows:

– MOVIE: SUB W 4

– SPORT: SUB W 2

– MUSIC: SUB W 1

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Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS

You can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are not optimal. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playing source.

Press [-H.BASS].

ST SRD E.

W

HDCD

H.BASS

PGM

1

≥ [DVD-V] [DVD-VR]

H.BASS ON (factory preset) ,------.H.BASS OFF

When another source is selected

H.BASS OFF (factory preset) ,------.H.BASS ON

The setting you make is retained, and recalled every time you play from the same type of source.

[HT990]

Enhancing the surround sound effect:

Surround Enhancer

Press and hold [—SRD ENH].

Each time you press and hold the button:

SRD ENH ON ,------.SRD ENH OFF

ST SRD E.

HDCD

W PGM

1

Adjusting the volume of each speaker:

Speaker level adjustments

This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects.

Preparation

Press [DVD].

1 While stopped and no on-screen display is shown

Press and hold [—TEST] to output a test signal.

≥ To stop the test signal, press and hold [—TEST] again.

L: Front left C: Center R: Front right

RS: Right surround LS: Left surround

≥ There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.

2

Press [VOLUME,

r] or [s] to set the volume

level normally used for listening.

3

Press [

3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to

adjust the speaker level for each speaker.

≥ Adjust the speaker levels to the same level as the front speakers.

C, RS, LS: `6 dB to i6 dB

To adjust speaker level during play

[Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when

Dolby Pro Logic II or Sound Field Control (MOVIE,

SPORT or MUSIC) is on.]

1 Press [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 “ ÎPLII” is lit.

≥ “S” appears on the display when “MOVIE”,

“SPORT” or “MUSIC” is selected with Sound

Field Control ( ➜ page 34).

In this case, you can adjust both surround speaker levels at the same time using [ 3, 4].

S: `6 dB to i6 dB

2 Press [ 3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the speaker level for each speaker.

C, RS, LS, SW: `6 dB to i6 dB

(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)

≥ To adjust the balance of the front speakers, while “L” or “R” is selected, press [ 2, 1].

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Using other useful functions

EXT-IN

VOLUME

Using headphones

M ain unit only

1

Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not included).

Headphone plug type: ‰3.5 mm stereo mini plug

The illustration shows SC-HT540.

VOLUME

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SLEEP MUTING

Setting the sleep timer

2

Adjust headphone volume with [VOLUME].

≥ Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo.

[Note]

To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time.

Press [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).

SLEEP 30 ----)SLEEP 60 ----)SLEEP 90

^""" OFF(_ SLEEP120(_-}

MONO SLP ST SRD E.

HDCD

H.BASS

W PGM

1

To cancel the timer

Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”.

To confirm the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] again.

To change the setting

Repeat the procedure from the beginning.

Using the Music Port

The Music Port allows you to connect and enjoy music from an external device (e.g. 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: ‰3.5 mm stereo mini plug

The illustration shows SC-HT540

VOLUME

Muting the sound

Press [MUTING].

“MUTING” flashes on the unit’s display.

PL

D DTS

PRG

CD

DVD

PTY

MODE

RDS

PS A AC

MONO SLP ST

To cancel

≥ Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum “VOL 0”, and then raise it to the required level.

≥ Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.

External device

Reduce the volume before connecting.

2

Press [EXT-IN] to select “MUSIC P.”.

MUSIC P.

""--)TV

^"" AUX(----}

RG

DE

S

AC

MONO ST SR

H

H.B

W

3

Adjust the external device volume to a normal listening level, and then adjust the volume of the main unit with [VOLUME].

≥ You can enjoy surround sound when you turn on

Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC)

( ➜ page 34).

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Operating other equipment

TV

TV/AV

,

TV VOLUME

EXT-IN

Operating the television

Aim the remote control at the television.

Turning the television on/off

Press [ Í TV].

Switching the television’s video input mode

Press [TV/AV].

You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment referring to “Set Top

Box or video cassette recorder connection” (

➜ page 12).

[Note]

The remote control may not work properly with some models.

Adjusting the volume

Press [ r, s TV VOLUME].

To play audio from your television through your home theater system

Press [EXT-IN] to select “AUX” or “TV” as the source, reduce the volume on the television to its minimum, and control the volume on the main unit.

Each time you press the button:

MUSIC P.

""--)TV

^"" AUX(----}

≥ You can enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound when you turn on Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or

MUSIC) ( ➜ page 34).

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Speaker installation options

Attaching to a wall

You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.

≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting over 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers.

≥ When mounting the front speakers or surround speakers ([HT540] front speakers only) to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling.

[HT540] 2 Screws

[HT990] 4 Screws

[HT540] 2 Cover plates

[HT990] 4 Cover plates

Preparation for front speakers and surround speakers ( [HT540] front speakers only)

1 Remove the speaker cable from the stand.

Release the cable from the groove.

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2 Connect the cable ( ➜ page 7).

1 Attach the cover plate to the front speaker or surround speaker ( [HT540] front speaker only).

2

Screw

Tighten securely.

3 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).

Front speaker [HT540]

Front and surround speakers [HT990]

Center speaker

106 mm 1

Cover plate

200 mm

2 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall.

340 mm

Surround speaker

[HT540]

‰4.0 mm

Wall or pillar

‰7.5 to 9.5 mm

5.0 to 7.0 mm e.g.

In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right.

Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position.

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Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand

1 Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net.

Screw

2 Position the cable.

Approx. 15 cm

Press the cable into the groove.

Cable

3 Attach the speaker net with the screws.

Fitting speaker stands

(not included)

[Except front speakers ( [HT540] [HT990] ) and surround speakers ( [HT990] )]

Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.

Note the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram.

≥ The stands must be able to support over 10 kg.

≥ The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position.

e.g. Center speaker

Metal screw holes

For attaching to speaker stands

5 mm, pitch 0.8 mm

Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm

60 mm

Speaker stand

(not included)

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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 chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.

Power

No power.

The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.

≥ Insert the AC mains lead securely.

≥ The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit.

Unresponsive or inoperable function

No response when any buttons are pressed.

≥ This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions.

≥ The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external factor. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.

≥ Condensation has formed. Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.

No response when remote control buttons are pressed.

No picture or sound.

≥ Check that the batteries are installed correctly.

≥ The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones.

≥ Aim the remote control at the remote control signal sensor and operate.

≥ Check the video or speaker connection.

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16

14

14

15

7,

9–12

— You have forgotten your ratings password.

Reset all the settings to

Factory Preset.

≥ Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment and the main unit.

≥ Check that the disc has something recorded on it.

≥ While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [∫] (Stop) on the main unit and [ S10] on the remote control until “Initialised” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again.

All settings will return to the default values.

Specific operation undesirable or unexpected

It takes time before play starts.

≥ Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal. [MP3]

≥ This is normal on DivX video. [DivX]

≥ Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer.

Folders on a data CD are not displayed correctly.

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4]

[DivX]

A menu screen appears during skip or search. [VCD]

≥ This is normal for Video CDs.

≥ Press [∫ STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY].

Playback control menu does not appear. [VCD] with playback control

≥ These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.

Program and Random play do not work. [DVD-V]

Selecting audio soundtrack “2” does not change the audio. [DVD-A]

Play does not start.

≥ Even if a second soundtrack is not recorded, two numbers are normally shown.

≥ This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains still picture data.

≥ If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased the DivX VOD content. (Example: www.divx.com/vod) [DivX]

≥ If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.

≥ This is normal for DVD-Audio.

Play restarts from the beginning when the soundtrack is changed.

[DVD-A]

Scenes are skipped intermittently.

[DVD-VR] [DVD-V]

≥ If you change the volume or sound effects during Advanced Disc Review, the function continues without the on-screen display. Cancel the function.

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Subtitle

Subtitle position is wrong.

≥ Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu)

No subtitles.

≥ Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Main menu)

≥ Subtitles may not be displayed depending on the disc. [DivX]

Marker

Cannot add markers.

≥ You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM or DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs.

≥ If the disc’s elapsed play time does not appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers.

A-B repeat

Point B is automatically set.

≥ The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.

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Sound abnormal or improper

Sound is distorted.

Effects do not work.

≥ Noise may occur when playing WMA.

≥ Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs.

Humming is heard during play.

No sound.

≥ An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from the main unit.

≥ There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed.

≥ Audio may not be output due to how files were created. [DivX]

Menus

The Setup menu cannot be accessed.

≥ Select “DVD/CD” as the source.

≥ Cancel All group, Program and Random play.

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Picture abnormal or unviewable

The picture on the television is not displayed correctly or disappears.

≥ The unit and television are using different video systems.

Use a multi-system or PAL television.

≥ The system used on the disc does not match your television.

– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.

– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL television (“NTSC Disc Output” in “Video” tab).

≥ Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video cassette recorder.

≥ Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance.

≥ If you are using an indoor television antenna, change to an outdoor antenna.

≥ The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit.

≥ Change “Source Select” in Picture Menu. [DivX]

Picture size does not fit the screen.

Picture stops. [DivX]

Menu is not displayed correctly.

Auto zoom function does not work well.

≥ Change “TV Aspect” in the “Video” tab.

≥ Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu.

≥ Change the zoom setting. (“Just Fit Zoom” or “Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

≥ Picture may stop if the DivX files are greater than 2 GB.

≥ Restore the zoom ratio to “k1.00”. (“Manual Zoom” in Display Menu)

≥ Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”.

≥ Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”.

≥ Turn off television zoom function.

≥ Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment.

≥ Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the type of disc.

When playing PAL disc, picture distorted.

≥ Set “Transfer Mode” in Picture Menu to “Auto”.

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Troubleshooting guide

Progressive video

There is ghosting when progressive output is on.

Pictures not in progressive output.

≥ This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on

DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. Set

“Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i” or “576i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i” or “576i”.)

≥ Select “480p” or “576p” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu.

≥ The unit’s VIDEO OUT, S-VIDEO OUT or SCART (AV) terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if “PRG” is displayed.

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Listening to the radio

Distorted sound or noise is heard.

“ST” flickers or does not light.

A beat sound is heard.

A low hum is heard during

AM broadcasts.

≥ Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.

≥ Use an outdoor antenna.

≥ Turn the television off or move it away from the unit.

≥ Separate the antenna from other cables.

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Unit displays

The display is dark.

“NO PLAY”

“NO DISC”

“F61”

“DVD U11”

≥ Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “Others” tab.

≥ You inserted a disc the unit cannot play; insert one it can.

≥ You inserted a blank disc.

≥ You inserted a disc that has not been finalized.

≥ You have not inserted a disc; insert one.

≥ You have not inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly.

≥ Check and correct the speaker cable connections.

If this does not fix the problem, consult the dealer.

≥ Disc may be dirty. Wipe it clean.

“ERROR”

“DVD H

“DVD F

∑∑

∑∑∑

∑ stands for a number.

≥ Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

≥ Trouble may have occurred. The numbers following “H” and “F” depend on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then back on. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it.

≥ If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.

“D.MIX” is flashing. [DVD-A] ≥ Down-mixing is the process of remixing the multiple-channel audio found on some discs into two channels. The disc contains single-channel or multiple-channel signals which may not be reproduced authentically.

Television displays

/

“Cannot play group xx, content xx”

“Cannot display group xx, content xx”

≥ The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

≥ You are trying to display incompatible group or content.

“This disc may not be played in your region”

No on-screen display.

≥ Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region number as the one on the rear panel of this unit can be played.

≥ Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in the “Display” tab.

≥ You are trying to play protected group or content. You cannot play it.

“Group xx content xx is protected”

“Check the disc” ≥ This disc may be dirty.

“Authorization Error” [DivX] ≥ You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit.

“Rented Movie Expired”

[DivX]

≥ The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot play it.

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Glossary

Decoder

A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.

DivX

DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc.

DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size.

I/P/B

MPEG 2, the video compression standard adopted for use with DVD-Video, codes frames using these 3 picture types.

I: Intra coded picture

This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when adjusting the picture.

P: Predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated based on past I- or P-pictures.

B: Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture

This picture is calculated by comparing past and future

I- and P-pictures so it has the lowest volume of information.

Dolby Digital

This is a method of coding digital signals developed by

Dolby Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic sound effects are possible.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)

This is a system used for compressing/decoding color still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/

10–1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression.

Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)

These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on CDs.

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.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3)

An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately one tenth of its size without any considerable loss of audio quality.

Film and video

DVD-Videos are recorded using either film or video. This unit can determine which type has been used, then uses the most suitable method of progressive output.

Film: Recorded at 25 frames per second (PAL discs) or

24 frames per second (NTSC discs). (NTSC discs recorded at 30 frames per second as well).

Generally appropriate for motion picture films.

Video: Recorded at 25 frames/50 fields per second (PAL discs) or 30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs). Generally appropriate for TV drama programs or animation.

MPEG4

A compression system for use on mobile devices or a network, that allows highly efficient recording at a low bit rate.

Playback control (PBC)

If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and information with menus.

Frame still and field still

Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second.

One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames.

A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred, but overall quality is high.

A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower.

Progressive/Interlaced

The PAL video signal standard has 576 interlaced (i) scan lines, whereas progressive scanning, called 576p, uses twice the number of scan lines. For the NTSC standard, these are called 480i and 480p respectively.

Using progressive output, you can enjoy the highresolution video recorded on media such as DVD-Video.

Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video.

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 more faithful reproduction of the original sound.

WMA (Windows Media TM Audio)

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.

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Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

[HT540]

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 110 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Surround Ch

Center Ch

90 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

225 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Subwoofer Ch 225 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD

Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 850 W

DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 80 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

Surround Ch

Center Ch

Subwoofer Ch

65 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

75 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

75 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 1 % THD

Total DIN Dolby Digital mode power 440 W

[HT990]

RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 125 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Surround Ch

Center Ch

125 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

250 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

Subwoofer Ch 250 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD

Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 1000 W

DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode

Front Ch 80 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

Surround Ch

Center Ch

Subwoofer Ch

80 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

75 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD

75 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 1 % THD

Total DIN Dolby Digital mode power 470 W

FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION

Preset Memory FM 15 stations

AM/MW 15 stations

Frequency Modulation (FM)

Frequency range 87.50–108.00 MHz (50-kHz step)

Sensitivity

S/N 26 dB

Antenna terminals

1.8 µV (IHF)

1.4 µV

75 ≠ (unbalanced)

Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW)

Frequency range 522–1629 kHz (9-kHz step)

AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 999 kHz 560 µV/m

Phone jack

Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack

Front Music Port

Sensitivity

Terminal

100 mV, 15 k ≠

Stereo, 3.5 mm jack

DISC SECTION

Discs played (8 cm or 12 cm)

(1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DivX §1, 2 )

(2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, MP3 §2, 6 , JPEG §2, 3 , MPEG4 §2, 4 ,

DivX §1, 2 )

(3) DVD-R (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3

§2, 6

, JPEG

§2, 3

,

MPEG4 §2, 4 , DivX §1, 2 )

(4) DVD-R DL (DVD-Video, DVD-VR)

(5) DVD-RW (DVD-Video, DVD-VR, MP3 §2, 6 , JPEG §2, 3 ,

MPEG4 §2, 4 , DivX §1, 2 )

(6) iR/iRW (Video)

(7) iR DL (Video)

(8) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD §5 , MP3 §2, 6 ,

WMA

§2, 7

, JPEG

§2, 3

, MPEG4

§2, 4

, DivX

§1, 2

, HighMAT

Level 2 (Audio and Image)]

§1 Plays all versions of DivX ® video (including DivX ® 6) with standard playback of DivX ® media files. Certified to the

DivX Home Theater Profile.

GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.

§2 The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio, picture and video contents and groups: 4000 audio, picture and video contents and 400 groups.

§3 Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files

Picture resolution: between 160 k120 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4).

Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed.

§4

MPEG4 data recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders

Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/

MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system

§5 Conforming to IEC62107

§6 MPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer 3

§7 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 L3

Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR)

Pick up

Wavelength (DVD/CD)

Laser power (DVD/CD)

Audio output (Disc)

Number of channels

662/785 nm

CLASS 1/CLASS 1M

5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)

VIDEO SECTION

Video system

Composite video output

Output level

Terminal

PAL625/50, PAL525/60, NTSC

1 Vp-p (75 ≠)

Pin jack (1 system)

Scart jack (1 system)

S-video output

Y output level

C output level

Terminal

1 Vp-p (75 ≠)

PAL; 0.3 Vp-p (75 ≠)

NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 ≠)

S terminal (1 system)

Scart jack (1 system)

Component video output (NTSC: 480p/480i, PAL: 576p/576i)

Y output level

P

P

B

R

output level

output level

Terminal

1 Vp-p (75 ≠)

0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

Pin jack (Y: green, P

B

: blue, P

R

: red) (1 system)

RGB video output

R output level

G output level

B output level

Terminal

0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)

Scart jack (1 system)

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SPEAKER SECTION

[HT540] [Front\speakers\SB-FS540]

Type

Speaker unit(s)

Full range

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

Frequency range

Dimensions (W tHtD)

Mass

1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Impedance 3 ≠

6.5 cm Cone type

125 W § (Max)

80 dB/W (1.0 m)

87 Hz–25 kHz ( j16 dB)

98 Hz–22 kHz ( j10 dB)

252 mm k1123 mmk234 mm

3.7 kg

[HT540] [Surround\speakers\SB-FS741]

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Speaker unit(s)

Full range

Impedance 4 ≠

6.5 cm Cone type

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

90 W § (Max)

80 dB/W (1.0 m)

96 Hz–25 kHz ( j16 dB)

120 Hz–22 kHz ( j10 dB)

92 mm k135 mmk95.4 mm

0.75 kg

[HT540] [Center\speaker\SB-PC540]

Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Speaker unit(s)

1. Full range

Impedance 6 ≠

6.5 cm Cone type

2. Full range

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

6.5 cm Cone type

250 W § (Max)

84 dB/W (1.0 m)

Cross over frequency

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

5 kHz

105 Hz–25 kHz ( j16 dB)

125 Hz–22 kHz ( j10 dB)

270 mm k92 mmk95.4 mm

1.25 kg

[HT540] [Subwoofer\SB-W540]

Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Speaker unit(s)

Woofer

Impedance 6 ≠

16 cm Cone type

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

250 W (Max)

80 dB/W (1.0 m)

32 Hz–220 Hz ( j16 dB)

38 Hz–180 Hz ( j10 dB)

183 mm k396 mmk267 mm

4 kg

[HT990] [Front\speakers\SB-FS990]

Type

Speaker unit(s)

2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Impedance 3 ≠

1. Woofer

2. Tweeter

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

Cross over frequency

Frequency range

Dimensions (W tHtD)

Mass

6.5 cm Cone type

6 cm Cone type

125 W § (Max)

81 dB/W (1.0 m)

7 kHz

82 Hz–30 kHz ( j16 dB)

96 Hz–25 kHz ( j10 dB)

252 mm k1123 mmk234 mm

3.7 kg

[HT990] [Surround\speakers\SB-FS540]

Type

Speaker unit(s)

1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Impedance 3 ≠

Full range

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

6.5 cm Cone type

125 W § (Max)

80 dB/W (1.0 m)

87 Hz–25 kHz ( j16 dB)

98 Hz–22 kHz ( j10 dB)

252 mm k1123 mmk234 mm

3.7 kg

[HT990] [Center\speaker\SB-PC895]

Type

Speaker unit(s)

2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Impedance 6 ≠

1. Full range

2. Full range

Input power (IEC)

Output sound pressure

6.5 cm Cone type

6.5 cm Cone type

250 W § (Max)

83 dB/W (1.0 m)

Cross over frequency

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

5 kHz

105 Hz–25 kHz ( j16 dB)

125 Hz–22 kHz ( j10 dB)

270 mm k92 mmk95.4 mm

1.25 kg

[HT990] [Subwoofer\SB-W895]

Type

Speaker unit(s)

1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)

Impedance 6 ≠

Woofer

Input power (IEC)

16 cm Cone type

250 W (Max)

Output sound pressure

Frequency range

Dimensions (W

Mass tHtD)

80 dB/W (1.0 m)

32 Hz–220 Hz ( j16 dB)

38 Hz–180 Hz ( j10 dB)

183 mm k396 mmk267 mm

4 kg

GENERAL

Power supply

Power consumption

AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz

[HT540] Main unit 115 W

[HT990] Main unit 120 W

430 mm k60 mmk354 mm Dimensions (W tHtD)

Mass

Operating temperature range

Main unit 3.35 kg r5 oC to r35 oC

Operating humidity range 5 % to 90 % RH (no condensation)

Power consumption in standby mode

§

Rating with low-cut filter equipped amplifier approx. 0.5 W

[Note]

1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Mass and dimensions are approximate.

2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.

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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 Digital Theater Systems, 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.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.

Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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.

, HDCD ® , High Definition Compatible

Digital ® and Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

HDCD system manufactured under license from

Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168,

5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274,

5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia:

669114, with other patents pending.

This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license for the personal and noncommercial 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.

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CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN

THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN

HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR

YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

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.

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.

DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION

OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,

CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES,

SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.

DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

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.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE

CLIMATES.

(Side of product)

(Inside of product)

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical

& Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.

Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

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