AV Control Receiver
Operating Instructions
Model No. SA-HE75
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
TV
TUNER/BAND
VCR
TAPE CD
DVD
321
SOUND MODE
SFC TEST
TV
/
AV
VOLUME
MUTING
SLEEP
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Table of contents
Supplied accessories................................................2
Caution for AC Mains Lead
.....................................2
Safety precautions
.....................................................3
The remote control
....................................................4
Troubleshooting guide...........................................19
Maintenance
..............................................................19
Specifications
..........................................Back cover
Equipment connections
6
Speaker connections
4
Settings
8
Step 1
Basic operations
10
Before use
Reference
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Control guide.............................................................12
The radio
.....................................................................15
RDS broadcasts
........................................................16
Operations
E EB GC GN
RQT6850-B
All illustrations of SA-HE75 used in this manual are for continental Europe
and the United Kingdom unless otherwise mentioned.
Other settings ...........................................................17
Sleep timer
.................................................................17
Making a recording
..................................................18
Using outdoor antennas
........................................18
Others
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Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
1 AC mains lead
1 FM indoor antenna
2 Batteries
1 Antenna plug adapter
1 Remote control
(EUR7702260)
1 Power plug adapter
¡ Refer to the separate booklet, “Remote Control Operation
Guide”, for remote control operation details.
Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
parts.
(For the United
Kingdom)
(RJA0038-2U)
(For continental Europe
and other areas)
(RJA0019-3U)
(For areas except continental Europe,
the United Kingdom, Australia and
New Zealand)
(For the United Kingdom)
(K1YZ02000013)
(RFE0014)
(For areas except continental
Europe and the United Kingdom)
1 AM loop antenna set
(AM loop antenna,
antenna holder, screw)
Supplied accessories Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For Australia and
New Zealand)
(RJA0035-A)
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model 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 or the BSI mark 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.
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.
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.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL 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.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Figure A
Figure B
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¡
Order accessory and consumable items for your product with
ease and confidence by telephoning our Customer Care Centre
Mon-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays.)
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Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application.
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¡All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
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Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357
For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Technical Support
For UK customers: 0870 1 505610
This Technical Support Hot Line number is for Panasonic
PC software related products only.
For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer Care
Centre number listed above for all enquiries.
For all other product related enquiries, please use the
Customer Care Centre numbers listed above.
For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
Before use
(RJP1SG04-H)
(RSA0012-L)
(RSA0007-L)
CAUTION:
Change the voltage setting to suit the AC voltage in
your area. See page 7.
Note that the unit will be seriously damaged or fail to
operate if this setting is not made correctly.
For areas except continental Europe, the United Kingdom,
Australia and New Zealand
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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
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 place where DC is used.
AC mains lead protection
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.
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.
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.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if it
is not to be used for a long time.
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.
VAROITUS:
TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA
KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI
LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE,
VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ
SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI
MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.
SUOMI
ADVARSEL:
FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK STØT
ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE APPARATET
IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET, VANNDRÅPER
ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER IKKE PLASSERES
GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN, SLIK SOM
BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.
NORSK
VAROITUS!
¡ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA
KABINETTITYYPPISEEN KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN
SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS ONNISTUISI.
VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU MATERIAALI
EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA VÄLTETTÄISIIN
YLIKUUMENEMISESTA JOHTUVA SÄHKÖISKU- TAI
TULIPALOVAARA.
¡
ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA
SANOMALEHDELLÄ, PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA TAI
MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ.
¡
ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA
AVOTULEN LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE.
¡
HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA
VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA.
ADVARSEL!
¡
APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE, ET
INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET LUKKET
STED HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE ER
UTILSTREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT GARDINER ELLER
LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER
VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR
ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV
OVERHETING UNNGÅS.
¡
APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE
DEKKES TIL MED AVISER, BORDDUKER, GARDINER OG
LIGNENDE.
¡
PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS,
OPPÅ APPARATET.
¡
BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR
MILJØET.
TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI
LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA.
DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER
MODERATE KLIMAFORHOLD.
Before use
(For continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia and
New Zealand)
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.
(For other areas)
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL
CLIMATES.
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.
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Placement of speakers
A
C
The front, center, and surround speakers should be placed at
approximately the same distance from the seating area. The angles
in the diagram are approximate.
Front speakers (A left B right)
Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is
good coherency between the picture and sound.
Center speaker (C)
Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the
seating area.
Surround speakers (D left E right)
Place slightly behind the seating area, about one meter higher than ear
level.
Subwoofer (F)
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a
reasonable distance from the TV.
Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency
performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output
level, but can result in unnatural bass.
Cable Speaker terminals Note
Do not short
circuit.
Speaker cable
Twist the wire
B
F
E
D
Step
1
2 3 4
3
2
1
4
(R6, AA, UM-3)
Batteries
¡ Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
¡ Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Use
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of
7 meters directly in front of the unit.
¡ Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
¡ Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
The remote control
Before useStep 1
CAUTION
Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat radiation
vents in any way.
In particular, do not place tape decks or CD/DVD players on this unit
as heat radiated from it can damage your software.
Remote control signal sensor
Transmission window
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
TV
TUNER/BAND
VCR
TAPE CD
DVD
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Speaker connections
Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
L
R
L
R
LOOP ANT
HOLDER
DIGITAL IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
TV
CD
MONITOR
OUT
CENTER
SURR
OU
ND
SUBWOOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
FRONT
OUT
OUT
COAXIAL
SURROUND
FRONT
CENTER
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
EACH SPEAKER
EACH SPEAKER
R L
R L
TV
AC IN
∼
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LOOP
EXT
75Ω
Connecting speakers
Turn off the receiver before connecting the speakers.
Other connections are possible depending on your speaker system.
See your speaker system’s operating instructions for details.
Speaker cables
Center speaker
– Impedance: 6–16 Ω
Speaker cable
CENTER
6-16Ω
C
FRONT
6-16Ω
EACH SPEAKER
R L
Surround speakers – Impedance: 6–16 Ω
SURROUND
6-16Ω
EACH SPEAKER
R L
Step 1
Front speakers – Impedance: 6–16 Ω
AB
Right Left
Right Left
E
D
SUBWOOFER
OUT
INPUT
Active subwoofer
Monaural connection cable
F
Subwoofer
Speaker cables
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Equipment connections
Stereo phono cable
White (L)
Red (R)
Changing the digital input settings
You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if
necessary. Note the equipment you have connected to the
terminals, then change the settings (a page 9).
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating
instructions.
¡ Do not bend the optical fiber cable.
¡ Turn off all components before making any connections.
¡ Use digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS (a page 10).
¡ Use analogue connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded on
this unit and to record a source (a pages 10 and 18).
Note
TV, VCR and DVD player
L
R
L
R
LOOP ANT
HOLDER
DIGITAL IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
TV
CD
MONITOR
OUT
CENTER
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
FRONT
OUT
OUT
COAXIAL
SURROUND
FRONT
CENTER
6-16
Ω
6-16
Ω
6-16
Ω
EACH SPEAKER
EACH SPEAKER
R L
R L
TV
AC IN
∼
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LOOP
EXT
75Ω
L
R
CENTER
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
L
R
DVD/DVD 6CH
IN
IN
FRONT
DVD player
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(SURROUND
L, R)
AUDIO OUT
(CENTER,
SUBWOOFER)
AUDIO OUT
(FRONT L, R)
Connect to FRONT L, R if your DVD player does not have 6 channel output.
Note
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL1
(TV)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
Satellite receiver
etc.
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL1
(TV)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
COAXIAL
VCR
OUT
VCR1
IN
IN
OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
TV
MONITOR
OUT
IN
TV
TV or monitor
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
Optical fiber cable
DIGITAL OUT
21-pin scart cable connection also possible. 21-pin scart cable connection also possible.
Video connection cable Coaxial cable
Step
1
2
3 4
Step 2
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Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
CD, Tape deck and antennas
L
R
L
R
LOO
P A
NT
HO
LD
ER
DIGITAL IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
O
P
T
IC
A
L
2
(D
V
D
)
TV
CD
M
O
NITO
R
O
UT
CENTER
S
U
R
R
O
U
N
D
SUBWOOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
F
R
O
N
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
C
O
A
X
IA
L
SU
RR
O
UN
D
F
RO
NT
CENTER
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
E
A
C
H
S
P
E
A
K
E
R
E
A
C
H
S
P
E
A
K
E
R
R L
R L
TV
AC IN
∼
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LO
O
P
EXT
75Ω
TAPE
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
PLAY (OUT)
REC (IN)
If you have a graphic equalizer, connect it to the
TAPE terminals.
Tape deck
DIGITAL OUT
When attaching the
AM loop antenna to
another surface
Screw
(included)
LOOP ANT
HOLDER
Fix the other end of the antenna
where reception is best.
Adhesive tape
FM indoor antenna
(included)
AM loop antenna
(included)
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LOOP
EXT
75Ω
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL1
(TV)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
COAXIAL
CD Player
L
R
CD
LINE
OUT
Using the antenna holder
Fit the holder into the holes on the
rear panel, then attach the antenna to
it, facing it in the direction of best
reception.
Keep the antenna cord away from tape decks, DVD players, and
other cords.
Using outdoor antennas (
\
page 18)
Antennas
L
R
L
R
LOOP ANT
HOLDER
D
IG
ITA
L IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
O
P
TIC
A
L
2
(D
V
D
)
TV
CD
MONITOR
OUT
CENTER
SURROUND
SUBW
OOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
FR
O
N
T
O
U
T
O
U
T
C
O
A
X
IA
L
SURROUND
FRONT
CENTER
6-16
Ω
6-16
Ω
6-16
Ω
E
A
C
H
S
P
E
A
K
E
R
E
A
C
H
S
P
E
A
K
E
R
R L
R L
TV
FM
A
N
T
A
M
A
NT
LOOP
EXT
75
Ω
AC IN
∼
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it
with other equipment.
Note
To household
mains socket
Connect this lead after all other
cables and cords are connected.
AC mains lead (included)
Connecting the AC mains lead and other information
FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.
Insertion of connector
Even when the connector is perfectly inserted, depending on the
type of inlet used, the front part of the connector may jut out as
shown in the drawing.
However there is no problem using the unit.
Connector
Approx. 6 mm
Appliance inlet
Voltage setting
Set the voltage selector to the voltage setting for the
area in which the unit will be used.
220–240 V
,./ 110–127 V
This unit will be seriously damaged or fail to operate correctly if this
setting is not made correctly.
Power plug
If the power plug will not fit your socket,
use the power plug adapter (included).
Note
Voltage selector for areas except continental Europe, the
United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand
220-240 V
110-127 V
VOLT ADJ
Cooling fan
Operates at high power output levels only.
Step 2
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Enter the setting mode.
Set the size to suit your
speakers
LARGE: For speakers that can
reproduce a full sound range,
particularly the bass range
below 100 Hz.
SMALL: For speakers that cannot
adequately reproduce the
bass range. This setting is
sufficient for most speakers if
you are using a subwoofer.
NONE: For speakers you haven’t
connected (center or
surround).
The factory settings are: SMALL
For the subwoofer (SUB-WFR), select
YES if you have connected one (factory
setting), or NO if you have not.
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VCR
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DVD
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ENTER
MENU
DISPLAY
RETURN
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
+–
TEST
+
–
VOLUME
+–
LEVEL
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
D
O
SPEAKERS
PHONES
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH IN
P
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
DIGITAL INPUT
SFC MODE
<>
INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
Display
8
8
< >
SFC MODE
< >
SFC MODE
Press at the
same time.
Select.
Select the speaker.
Change the setting.
Exit the setting mode.
Press at the
same time.
Repeat.
SIZE
Enter the distance of the front,
center and surround speakers
from the seating position
Change the distance so that the sound
from all the speakers (except for the
subwoofer) reaches you at the same
time.
You can select distances between
1.0 and 10.0 meters at 0.1-meter
intervals.
The factory settings are:
FRONT and CENTER: 3.0 m
SURROUND: 1.5 m
2
Select.
Select the speaker.
Change the setting.
Repeat.
DISTANCE
INPUT SELECTOR
Repeat these steps for each speaker
channel.
Repeat these steps for each speaker
channel.
SFC MODE
<>
SFC MODE
<>
Settings
8
Step 3
Step
1 2
3
4
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Change the cut-off for bass
output from the front speakers
If you set the front speakers to “SMALL”,
the filter is set to 100 Hz.
Raise the cut-off if the bass from the front
speakers is unsatisfactory so the bass is
output through the subwoofer.
You can raise the cut-off from 100 Hz to
either 150 Hz or 200 Hz.
Adjusting speaker output
level
Adjust the level of the other speakers based on the
output of the front speakers.
(Adjust the volume of the front speakers with [VOLUME].)
C (center), SR (surround right), and SL (surround left)
can be adjusted between –10 dB and +10 dB, with
0 being the level of the front speakers.
Adjust center and surround output to the same apparent
level of the front speakers.
For SW (subwoofer), you can select “---” so there is no
output, “MIN” for minimum output, a level between 1 and
19, or “MAX” for maximum output.
Adjust subwoofer output so it is balanced with the front
speakers.
Subwoofer output is easily influenced by the source. You
can also change its level while playing something for
better effect.
Preparation: Turn SPEAKERS on.
3 5
Change the setting.
Select.
Output the signal.
Adjust the main volume.
Adjust the level.
Stop the test signal.
Repeat.
FILTER
Two seconds each.
Select the speaker
channel.
Change these settings to suit the
connections you have made to the three
digital input terminals, COAX, OPT 1 and
OPT 2, so that the correct source is
selected when you turn [INPUT
SELECTOR].
The factory settings are:
CD: COAX
DVD: OPT 2
TV: OPT 1
4
D-INPUT
Digital input
Select.
Change the setting.
Repeat.
TEST
LCRSRSLSW
Speakers set as “NONE” or “NO”
are skipped.
TEST
VOLUME
+–
Select the input.
+–
LEVEL
Repeat these steps for each speaker
channel.
Repeat these steps for each input.
Change the settings to suit your speakers and units to the environment in which you are using them. Before making any changes, read the
descriptions of the settings, note the factory settings and ranges, and refer to the equipment
’s instructions.
Step 3
10
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Basic operations
Switch on.
8
Turn
SPEAKERS on.
SPEAKERS
Select input.
/ TUNER ,/CD ,/ DVD
TAPE,/ VCR 2,/ VCR 1 ,/TV
INPUT SELECTOR
DIGITAL INPUT
Select the DSP
sound mode.
Start play of
the source.
Adjust the
volume.
DOWN UP
VOLUME
1
2
3
5
4
6
DSP
SOUND MODE
SPEAKERS
For CD, DVD, TV
Select digital/analogue
input.
When you finish listening
Be sure to reduce the volume and press [8] to switch the unit to
standby.
For your reference
In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on
discs.
¡ With the PCM signals on CDs, this may cause the beginning of a track
to be cut off. Engage the PCM FIX mode if this occurs.
¡ With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS
FIX mode if this occurs.
While the input source is selected and digital input is engaged:
Press and hold [DIGITAL INPUT].
The current mode is displayed. Press again to change the mode.
Each time you press the button:
AUTO
/ PCM FIX / DTS FIX
When a FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may
cause noise to be output. Select
“
AUTO
”
if this occurs.
The selected mode is stored for each input source even if the unit is
turned off.
Notes on using the Digital Signal Processor
The digital signal processor in this unit can decode the following
signals:
¡¡
Dolby Digital
¡¡
DTS
¡¡
PCM
It cannot decode:
¡ Other digital signals, such as MPEG
¡ PCM with sampling frequencies of 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz or
192 kHz
¡ Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser disc player
Use this mode to play digital or analogue stereo sources or to
play surround sources through two speakers. When surround
sources are played in this mode, the sounds intended for the
other speaker channels are played through the front speakers.
Select this mode when you are playing a digital surround source
(Dolby Digital or DTS).
Also select this mode when playing analogue or digital stereo
sources. The Dolby Pro Logic
2 processor
works not only on sources recorded with Dolby
Surround, but also on any stereo source. The
following modes are available when using
Dolby Pro Logic
2.
Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and
spread by using these SFC (sound field control) modes with
PCM or analogue stereo sources.
The SFC modes cannot be used if the
input signal is Dolby Digital or DTS.
Choose from the following modes.
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC 2
SFC MODE
<>
SPEAKERS
SOUND MODE
STEREO
LR
SPEAKERS
DIGITAL
SOUND MODE
SURROUND
LCR
SL
SR LFE
SPEAKERS
SOUND MODE
SFC
SURROUND mode
STEREO mode
SFC modes
/
/
/
/
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other
world-wide patents issued and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital
Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
c 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Step
1 2 3
4
Step 4
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SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
8
SPEAKERS
INPUT SELECTOR
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOWN
UP
VOLUME
SFC MODE
<>
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DIGITAL INPUT
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SOUND MODE
SFC TEST
TV
/
AV
VOLUME
MUTING
SLEEP
+–
//
EFFECT LEVEL
+–
6
>
=
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/
-
/
--
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TUNING/
DISC
TV VOL
TOP MENU
ENTER
MENU
DISPLAY
RETURN
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
+–
EFFECT
LEVEL
+–
MOVIE
Use this mode when playing movie software, especially
videotapes, recorded in Dolby Surround.
MUSIC
Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
PANORAMA
Sound is spread more so you feel like you are surrounded by
music.
HALL
Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall.
CLUB
Conveys the exciting and intimate atmosphere of a jazz club.
LIVE
Brings you up close for “live” stage performance and
smoother vocals.
THEATER
Recreates natural sound ambience and direction.
SIM SURR (Simulated Surround)
Heightens the sensation of expanded space with stereo
sources, and augments monaural sources.
PARTY
This mode uses the front and surround speakers so that
sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing.
You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers
and the delay time of the surround speakers. These adjustments
can be made for each SFC mode.
To adjust the speaker level
11
Press [LEVEL] to select the speaker channel.
Each time you press the button:
C
/ SR / SL / SW
Speakers set as “NONE” or “NO” are skipped.
22
Press [–] or [+] to adjust the level.
C, SR, and SL: –10 dB to +10 dB
SW: --- (off)
,/ MIN ,/ 1 – 19 ,/ MAX
To adjust the delay time
11
Press [EFFECT].
22
Press [–] or [+] to change the delay time.
Delay time can be set at 10-millisecond (ms) intervals between
10 and 100 ms.
The factory setting is 50 ms for each mode.
/
You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the
center width and dimension controls.
Dimension Control – DIMEN
You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and
surround speakers.
You can choose a level between 0 and 6 – Increase the level to
move sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the
surround speakers.
The default is level 3.
11
Press [EFFECT] to select “DIMEN”.
22
Press [–] or [+] to adjust the effect.
Center Width Control – C-WDTH
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when
listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to
improve the overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker
to fix the center image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant)
and 7 (center sound is spread out).
The default level is 0.
11
Press [EFFECT] to select “C-WDTH”.
22
Press [–] or [+] to adjust the effect.
Step 4
SFC MODE
8
SPEAKERS
PHONES
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
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Control guide
Standby/on switch [8]
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.
[SPEAKERS]
Turning the speakers off automatically engages the STEREO
mode (when listening through headphones, for example).
[RDS]
Press to use the RDS functions.
[PHONES]
Headphone jack.
Plug type: 6.3 mm stereo
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
Turn the speakers off when using the headphones.
[TUNING, PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1]
TUNING;
For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations.
Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic
tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.
PTY SELECTOR;
For changing the PTY display.
[PRESET, DISPLAY MODE]
Press to allow preset station selection with [TUNING,
PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1] and change the RDS display.
[-BAND, –FM MODE]
For switching between FM and AM.
If reception is poor in FM, press and hold until “MONO” appears to
switch to monaural mode.
[MEMORY, PTY SEARCH]
For presetting radio stations and starting a PTY search.
SFC MODE
SPEAKERS
PHONES
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
-HELP
–RESET
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
8
^
[MEMORY]
For presetting radio stations.
[-HELP, –RESET]
Press if an error message appears. A message offering a possible
solution scrolls across the display.
To reinitiate the unit’s settings, press and hold until “RESET” appears.
[PRESET]
Press to allow preset station selection with [TUNING, 2, 1].
[TUNING, 2, 1]
For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations.
Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic
tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.
[SUBWOOFER]
Adjust the level in 5 steps.
SW MIN, SW 5, SW 10, SW 15, and SW MAX.
Select SW --- to stop output.
Main unit
For
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
Operations
Main unit
For other areas
This diagram shows differences from the above model.
[DSP SOUND MODE]
For selecting “STEREO”, “SURROUND” or “SFC”.
Standby indicator [^]
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator lights
up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
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[VOLUME]
Volume control.
[INPUT SELECTOR]
For selecting input.
[-HELP, –RESET]
Press if an error message appears. A message offering a possible
solution scrolls across the display.
To reinitiate the unit’s settings, press and hold until “RESET” appears.
[DVD 6CH INPUT]
For switching DVD 6-channel input mode on or off.
[TAPE MONITOR]
For monitoring sound when recording to a 3-head cassette deck.
Also used when you have connected a graphic equalizer to the TAPE
terminals.
[BASS/TREBLE, BALANCE, –, +, L, R]
For adjusting the tone and balance.
First select BASS, TREBLE, or BALANCE, then press [–, L] or [+, R] to
adjust.
[VCR 2]
For a Video camera, etc.
[DOLBY PRO LOGIC
22
]
For selecting a Dolby Pro Logic 2 mode: MOVIE, MUSIC or
PANORAMA.
Use when “%PRO LOGIC 2” lights in the SURROUND mode.
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
SUBWOOFER
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
DIGITAL INPUT
[DIGITAL INPUT]
For switching between analogue and digital input when you have
selected CD, DVD, or TV. The button lights when digital is selected.
For your reference
¡When playing videotapes (VCR 1)
The picture remains on the screen even if you select TAPE, CD, or TUNER.
¡Once you have set a mode (DSP, digital/analogue input, or 2-channel/6-channel
input) for an input source
That mode is engaged whenever you reselect the input source.
¡When DVD 6CH input is on
Speaker settings are ineffective. Change the settings on the DVD player if necessary.
¡When input is DIGITAL
The tape monitor cannot be used.
¡When using a graphic equalizer
Some distortion may occur, depending on the equalizer’s settings.
¡To adjust the tone
The STEREO DSP mode must be on and input must be either analogue or PCM signals. You cannot
adjust the tone while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected.
¡When using the subwoofer
You cannot adjust subwoofer level while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected.
Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while subwoofer level is high. Reduce subwoofer level
if this occurs.
¡Improving reception
DSP DEFEAT
Press and hold [DSP SOUND MODE] until “DEFEAT” appears.
Press and hold [DSP SOUND MODE] again to turn the DSP on.
While the DSP is defeated, you cannot:
– Select DSP sound modes,
– Adjust the tone,
– Adjust individual speaker output, or
– Output a test signal,
– Use digital input.
Note
Operations
[SFC MODE, <, >]
For selecting the SFC modes.
Display (a page 14)
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RQT6850
Control guide
TV
TUNER/BAND
VCR
TAPE CD
DVD
321
SOUND MODE
SFC TEST
TV
/
AV
VOLUME
MUTING
SLEEP
+–
//
EFFECT LEVEL
+–
6
>
=
10
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-
/
--
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DISC
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ENTER
MENU
DISPLAY
RETURN
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
+–
[^]
Standby/on button.
[MUTING]
To mute the volume.
[VOLUME, –, +]
To adjust the volume.
[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0]
To enter radio frequencies and channels.
[SOUND MODE]
For selecting “STEREO”, “SURROUND” or
“SFC”.
[SFC]
For selecting SFC modes.
[TEST]
To start the speaker test signal.
[DIRECT TUNING/DISC]
To enable selection of radio stations by frequency.
[
>
=
10/-/--]
To enter two digit channels.
[TV, VCR, DVD, TUNER/BAND,
TAPE, CD]
Input mode and remote control mode buttons.
Buttons not explained on this page are used only to operate other equipment.
Refer to the separate Remote Control Operation Guide for details.
Display
TUNED
STEREO
MONOSPEAKERS
kHz
MHz
PRO LOGIC 2
DIGITAL
SOUND MODE
STEREO SURROUND
SFC
LCR
SL
S
SR LFE
PCM
FIX
M
SLEEP
RDS
PS PTY
RT
[SOUND MODE, STEREO, SURROUND, SFC]
DSP sound mode indicators.
Show the current DSP sound mode.
[kHz, MHz]
Frequency unit indicators.
kHz: AM, MHz: FM
[L, C, R, S, SL, SR,
LFE]
Program format indicators.
Show the channels contained in
the digital input signal. They do
not light when input is analogue.
L: Front channel (left)
C: Center channel
R: Front channel (right)
S: If the surround channel is
monaural.
SL: Surround channel (left)
SR: Surround channel (right)
LFE (Low Frequency Effects):
Deep-bass effects.
[SPEAKERS]
Speaker indicator.
Lights when the speakers are
on.
General display
Shows the input mode, radio
frequency, and other general
information.
[FIX, %PRO LOGIC
22
, PCM, ,
%DIGITAL]
Signal format indicators.
Light depending on the source you are playing.
%
DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources
: DTS sources
%
PRO LOGIC
22
: The Dolby Pro Logic 2 circuit is being used
FIX: PCM FIX or DTS FIX mode
PCM: PCM FIX mode
[ , TUNED, MONO,
STEREO]
Radio indicators.
: Flashes or lights during
presetting.
TUNED: A station is tuned.
MONO: You have switched to
monaural mode with
[-BAND, –FM MODE] to
improve reception.
STEREO: A stereo FM
broadcast is tuned.
M
M
Remote control
[SLEEP]
Sleep indicator.
[PS, PTY, RT, ]
RDS indicators.
Show the current RDS signal type.
RDS
For
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
[EFFECT]
Use when adjusting Dolby Pro Logic 2, or SFC
effects.
[LEVEL]
Use when adjusting speaker level.
[SLEEP]
For setting the sleep timer.
[–, +]
First select EFFECT, LEVEL, or SLEEP then
press [–] or [+] to adjust.
Operations
For your reference
When muting is on
Muting is also canceled when the unit is turned off.
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11
Tune to “FM 87.50 MHz”.
22
Press and hold [MEMORY, PTY SEARCH].
The FM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 1 to 30.
33
Tune to “AM 522 kHz”.
Tune to “AM 522 kHz” (9-kHz steps) or “AM 530 kHz”
(10-kHz steps).
44
Press and hold [MEMORY, PTY SEARCH].
The AM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 21 to 30.
(FM stations are replaced if any were preset in these channels.)
During automatic presetting, the memory indicator (˜) flashes and the
frequency scrolls. The memory indicator and channel numbers are
displayed for a second when a station is preset.
The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes.
For
other areas
For
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
11
Press [PRESET, DISPLAY MODE].
The channel number flashes for about 5 seconds.
22
Press [TUNING, PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1].
Hold down the buttons to change channels faster.
On the remote control
Press the numbered buttons.
For channels 1 to 9, press the corresponding number.
For channels 10 or over, press [
>
=
10/-/--], then the two digits.
e.g. To select channel 21: [
>
=
10/-/--] / [2] / [1]
For your reference
Even if the mains lead is disconnected from the household mains socket,
the stations remain in memory for approximately one month.
The radio
Automatic presetting
Manual presetting
Selecting channels
Preset the stations one at a time.
11
Tune to the station.
22
Press [MEMORY, PTY SEARCH].
33
Press [TUNING, PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1] to select a
channel.
44
Press [MEMORY, PTY SEARCH].
Manual tuning
Direct tuning
(On the remote control)
You can tune radio stations manually by selecting the station’s frequency.
11
Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “TUNER”.
22
Press [-BAND, –FM MODE] to select “FM” or “AM”.
33
Press [TUNING, PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1] to select the
frequency.
11
Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.
22
Press [DIRECT TUNING/DISC].
33
Press the numbered buttons to enter the frequency.
e.g. To select 107.90 MHz, press [1] / [0] / [7] / [9] / [0]
¡ If you do not press a button while the cursor is flashing, the
display returns to the frequency being received.
¡ If the frequency has not been input correctly, “ERROR” will be
displayed.
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
MEMORY
PRESET
2 TUNING 1
- BAND
– FM MODE
INPUT SELECTOR
TV
TUNER/BAND
VCR
TAPE CD
DVD
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6
>
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ENTER
MENU
DISPLAY
RETURN
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
123
456
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC
7890
10/-/--
TUNER/BAND
Operations
Improving reception
¡ FM mode
You can improve FM reception by switching reception to monaural.
Press and hold [-BAND, –FM MODE].
“MONO” lights.
Repeat to cancel the mode.
¡ For your reference
Some equipment can interfere with radio reception. Turn off nearby
TV, VCR, DVD players, and satellite receivers or move them further
away from the antennas if this occurs.
To change the AM frequency step
Press and hold [-BAND, –FM MODE] for about 3 seconds when AM is
selected.
(The frequency step changes from 9 kHz to 10 kHz.)
Repeat to return to the previous step.
For areas except
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
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SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
PTY SELECTOR
RDS
2 TUNING 1
DISPLAY MODE
PRESET
PTY SEARCH
MEMORY
RDS (Radio data system) is a multiplex broadcasting system to help you
enjoy radio more and tune into programs easier.
PS (Program service): Station name
PTY (Program type): Displays the program type, and is used to search
for a type of program from amongst preset FM
stations.
RT (Radio text): This unit can show up to 64 characters by scrolling
them across the display. The text could be about the
song, traffic and weather, phone in numbers, or police
information.
This unit does not have the emergency broadcast system (EBS) that
tunes automatically into emergency broadcasts.
Note
11
Press [RDS].
22
Press [PRESET, DISPLAY MODE].
The display changes each time you press the button:
To display RDS information
First, preset FM stations.
11
Press [RDS].
22
While “RDS” is flashing
Press [TUNING, PTY SELECTOR, 2, 1] to select the
program type.
The display changes each time you press the button.
33
While the PTY display is flashing
Press [MEMORY, PTY SEARCH].
The PTY indicator flashes while searching.
The unit switches to the station broadcasting the program.
The PTY indicator flashes for another two seconds.
¡ “SELECT PTY FIRST” is displayed if you try to start without
selecting a program type.
PTY search
PTY display: “NO PTY” appears if PTY signals are not being
received.
NEWS
ALARM
TEST
DOCUMENT
FOLK M
OLDIES
NATIONAL
COUNTRY
JAZZ
LEISURE
TRAVEL
PHONE IN
RELIGION
SOCIAL A
CHILDREN
FINANCE
WEATHER
OTHER M
CLASSICS
LIGHT M
M. O. R. M
ROCK M
POP M
VARIED
SCIENCE
CULTURE
DRAMA
EDUCATE
SPORT
INFO
AFFAIRS
PTY displays
News
Emergency announcement
Test broadcast
Documentary
Folk music
Oldies
National music
Country music
Jazz music
Leisure
Travel
Phone in
Religion
Social affairs
Children
Finance
Weather information
Other music
Serious classical
Light classical
Middle-of-the-road Music
Rock music
Pop music
Varied
Science
Culture
Drama
Education
Sport
Information
Current affairs
Frequency display
PS display PTY display RT display
./
..
./ ./
... . ,... .
RDS broadcasts
Only for
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
Operations
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Change this setting to listen to content recorded with Dolby Digital at low
volume (such as late at night) and maintain audio clarity. It reduces the
peak level in loud scenes without affecting the sound field.
OFF: The software is played with the original dynamic range (factory
setting).
STANDARD: The level recommended by the producer of the software
for household viewing.
MAX: The maximum allowable compression (recommended for night
viewing).
11
Press [SFC MODE, <, >] at the same time to enter the
setting mode.
22
Press [SFC MODE, <] to select “DR COMP”.
33
Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “OFF”, “STANDARD”
or “MAX”.
44
Press [SFC MODE, <, >] at the same time to exit the
setting mode.
Dim the unit’s display for better viewing in a darkened room.
The factory setting is OFF (normal brightness).
11
Press [SFC MODE, <, >] at the same time to enter the
setting mode.
22
Press [SFC MODE, <] to select “DIMMER”.
33
Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “OFF” or “ON”.
44
Press [SFC MODE, <, >] at the same time to exit the
setting mode.
Other settings Sleep timer
DR COMP –
Dynamic range compression
DIMMER
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
INPUT SELECTOR
SFC MODE
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Others
The SLEEP timer can turn the unit off after a set time.
It does not control any other components.
11
Press [SLEEP].
SLEEP ,/ OFF
22
Within 5 seconds
Press [–] or [+] to select the required time.
The display changes as follows:
30
,/ 60 ,/ 90 ,/ 120 (minutes)
To check the setting
Press [SLEEP] once.
The time remaining appears.
To change the setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
SOUND MODE
SFC TEST
TV
/
AV
VOLUME
MUTING
SLEEP
+–
//
EFFECT LEVEL
+–
TV VOL
ENTER
DISPLAY RETURN
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
+–
SLEEP
+–
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RQT6850
You can record to a tape deck connected to TAPE REC (OUT) or to a
VCR connected to VCR 1 OUT.
See the recording unit’s operating instructions for details on how to
prepare it for recording.
When recording with a tape deck, you can record any source except
TAPE.
When recording with a VCR (connected to VCR 1), you can record any
source except TAPE or VCR 1.
11
Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the source to be
recorded.
22
Begin recording.
Follow your recording unit’s operating instructions.
33
Start the source to be recorded.
Follow your equipment’s operating instructions.
¡ You cannot record a source connected through a digital terminal.
When recording CD, DVD, or TV, ensure the source is connected
through the corresponding analogue terminals and “ANALOG” input is
selected.
¡ When you select DVD 6CH INPUT mode, only sound from the front
left and right channels is recorded.
Note
Recording on a tape deck or VCR
Making a recording Using outdoor antennas
SFC MODE
8
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
SPEAKERS
PHONES
VCR 2
VIDEO IN
L AUDIO IN R
DSP
SOUND MODE
DOLBY
PRO LOGIC2
DVD 6CH INPUT
TAPE MONITOR
+
–
LR
BASS/TREBLE
BALANCE
PTY SEARCH
DISPLAY MODE
PTY SELECTOR
^
RDS
-BAND
–FM MODE
MEMORYPRESET
2
TUNING
1
-HELP
–RESET
DIGITAL INPUT
INPUT SELECTOR
LL
DIGITAL IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
TV
CD
MONITOR
OUT
CENTER
S
URR
OUN
D
SUBW
OOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
FRONT
OUT
OUT
COAXIAL
SURR
OU
ND
FR
ON
T
CENTER
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
EACH SPEAKER
EACH SPEAKER
R L
R L
TV
FM
ANT
AM
LOOP
EXT
75
Ω
(For the United Kingdom)
Antenna plug (included)
L
R
L
R
LO
OP AN
T
HO
LD
ER
DIGITAL IN
TAPE
OPTICAL1
(TV)
REC
(OUT)
PLAY
(IN)
OPTICAL2
(DVD)
TV
CD
MONITOR
OUT
CENTER
SURRO
UND
SUBW
OOFER
L
R
VCR1
DVD/DVD 6CH
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
IN
IN
IN
IN
FRONT
OUT
OUT
COAXIAL
SURRO
UND
FRO
NT
CENTER
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
6-16Ω
EACH SPEAKER
EACH SPEAKER
R L
R L
TV
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LOOP
EXT
75
Ω
OR
Preparation;
¡ Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
¡ The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
FM outdoor antenna
Two types of wire commonly used for connection from the antenna are
300 Ω parallel feeder wire and 75 Ω coaxial cable. For best resistance to
interference, use 75 Ω coaxial cable.
AM outdoor antenna
¡ Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally
across a window or other convenient
location.
¡ Leave the loop antenna connected.
¡ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is
not in use. Do not use the antenna during
an electrical storm.
FM outdoor
antenna
75 Ω coaxial cable
For
continental Europe and the United Kingdom
For
other areas
10 mm
7 mm
q Remove a piece of the outer
vinyl insulator.
r Install the coaxial cable.
Clamp the cable conductor,
and wind it on so that it does
not contact anything else.
e Remove the lead wire and
clamp it with the plastic bar.
w Carefully pull the tabs apart to
remove the cover.
Lead wire
To connect a 75 Ω coaxial cable
Antenna plug
(included)
FM outdoor
antenna
300 Ω feeder wire
Plastic bar
75 Ω coaxial
cable
Clamp with
pliers
t Attach the cover.
To connect a 300 Ω feeder wire
Loosen the screws, connect the wires, and tighten the
screws to secure the connection.
L
R
TAPE
(TV
)
R
E
C
(O
U
T)
P
LA
Y
(IN
)
(DVD)
TV
C
D
OUT
IN
OUT
FM
ANT
AM
ANT
LO
O
P
EXT
75Ω
Vinyl-covered wire
(5–12 m)
Others
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RQT6850
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor
adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for
instructions.
¡Connect the appropriate antenna. (You may need an outdoor antenna or one
with more elements.)
¡Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.
¡Reduce the treble.
¡Select “DSP DEFEAT”.
¡Turn off nearby televisions, video players, DVD players, and satellite receivers.
¡Separate the antenna from other cables, leads, and appliances.
¡
Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the antennas if this occurs.
The radio cannot be tuned in or
there is a lot of noise and
interference.
7, 18
7
13
13
–
–
–
¡Ensure the SIZE settings for your speakers are correct.
¡Check the DSP sound mode.
¡Cancel “DSP DEFEAT”.
Sound is not heard from the
center, surround, or subwoofer
speakers.
8
10
13
¡Cancel “DSP DEFEAT”.
¡Turn DVD 6CH INPUT off.
DSP sound modes cannot be
selected.
13
13
15
DSP sound modes
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Radio
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Common problems
¡Ensure the AC mains lead is connected.
No power.
¡Switch off the unit, determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on.
Causes include:
–Shorting (bare wires touching) of positive and negative speaker wires.
–Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit.
–Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power.
–Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation.
Sound stops. “OVERLOAD”
appears on the display.
7
–
¡Turn the volume up.
¡Check connections to speakers and other equipment.
¡Turn on the speakers.
¡Turn off the tape monitor.
¡Select the correct source.
¡Change the D-INPUT setting to suit the type of connection you have made.
¡Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this unit.
¡Turn PCM FIX or DTS FIX off.
No sound.
10
4–7
10
13
10
9
10
10
4
5
–
–
¡Turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and consult your dealer.
“F 70” appears on the display.
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¡Cancel “DSP DEFEAT”.
Cannot select “DIGITAL” input.
13
¡Change the frequency step. Hold [-BAND, –FM MODE] down for 3 seconds to
change the step to suit your area.
The correct AM frequency
cannot be tuned in.
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
¡ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
¡ Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.
If the surfaces are dirty
Maintenance
Reference
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RQT6850-B
H1202TA0
Specifications (DIN 45 500)
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/
■ AMPLIFIER SECTION
Power output (at 230 V for continental Europe)
(at 240 V for the United Kingdom, Australia and
New Zealand)
(at 127 V for other areas)
DIN 1 kHz (T.H.D. 1 %) 2 x 80 W (6 Ω)
40 Hz–20 kHz continuous power output both channels driven
2 x 60 W (6 Ω)
Total harmonic distortion
rated power at 40 Hz–20 kHz 0.9 % (6 Ω)
half power at 1 kHz 0.07 % (6 Ω)
Power output at 1 kHz each channel driven
DIN 1 kHz (T.H.D. 1 %)
Front 2 x 80 W (6 Ω)
Center 80 W (6 Ω)
Surround 2 x 80 W (6 Ω)
Power bandwidth both channels driven, –3 dB 10 Hz –40 kHz (6 Ω)
Damping factor 30 (6 Ω)
Load impedance
Front 6–16 Ω
Center 6–16 Ω
Surround 6–16 Ω
Frequency response
CD, TAPE, DVD, TV, VCR 1, VCR 2 10 Hz–40 kHz, ±3 dB
Input sensitivity and impedance
CD, TAPE, DVD, TV, VCR 1, VCR 2 200 mV/22 kΩ
S/N at rated power (6 Ω)
CD, TAPE, DVD, TV, VCR 1, VCR 2 75 dB (IHF, A: 85 dB)
Tone controls
BASS 50 Hz, +10 to –10 dB
TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 to –10 dB
Output voltage
TAPE REC (OUT), VCR OUT 200 mV
Channel balance (250 Hz–6.3 kHz) ±1 dB
Channel separation 55 dB
Headphones output level and impedance 430 mV/330 Ω
Subwoofer frequency response (–6 dB) 7–200 Hz
■ FM TUNER SECTION
Frequency range 87.50–108.00 MHz
Sensitivity
S/N 30 dB 1.5 µV/75 Ω
S/N 26 dB 1.3 µV/75 Ω
S/N 20 dB 1.2 µV/75 Ω
IHF usable sensitivity (IHF’58) 1.5 µV/75 Ω
IHF 46 dB stereo quieting sensitivity 22 µV/75 Ω
Total harmonic distortion
MONO 0.2 %
STEREO 0.3 %
S/N
MONO 60 dB (73 dB, IHF)
STEREO 58 dB (67 dB, IHF)
Frequency response
20 Hz–15 kHz +1 dB, –2 dB
Alternate channel selectivity
±400 kHz 65 dB
Capture ratio 1.5 dB
Image rejection at 98 MHz 40 dB
IF rejection at 98 MHz 70 dB
Spurious response rejection at 98 MHz 70 dB
AM suppression 50 dB
Stereo separation
1 kHz 40 dB
Carrier leak
19 kHz –30 dB (–35 dB, IHF)
38 kHz –50 dB (–55 dB, IHF)
Channel balance (250 Hz–6.3 kHz) ±1.5 dB
Limiting point 1.2 µV
Bandwidth
IF amplifier 180 kHz
FM demodulator 1000 kHz
Antenna terminal 75 Ω (unbalanced)
■ AM TUNER SECTION
Frequency range 522–1611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
530–1620 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Sensitivity 20 µV, 330 µV/m
Selectivity (at 999 kHz) 55 dB
IF rejection (at 999 kHz) 50 dB
■ VIDEO SECTION
Output voltage at 1 V input (unbalanced) 1±0.1 Vp-p
Maximum input voltage 1.5 Vp-p
Input/output impedance 75 Ω (unbalanced)
■ GENERAL
Power supply
For continental Europe AC 230 V, 50 Hz
For the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand
AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz
For other areas AC 110–127 V, 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 220 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 158 x 390 mm
Mass 8.5 kg
Power consumption in standby mode: 2 W
1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum
analyzer.
Note
Digital input
Optical 2
Coaxial 1
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