Panasonic SCHT1500 Owner's manual

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INTRORECORDINGPLAYINGEDITING &
TRANSFERRING
CONVENIENT
FUNCTIONS
RADIO &
SOUND
SETTINGSINFO
RQT7621-BEB
Operating Instructions
Recordable DVD
Home Theater System
Model No. SC-HT1500
Operations Guide
Before using this product, perform setup and connections
after carefully reading the Setup Guide.
HARD DISK DRIVE
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please
read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read these instructions
completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
[Note]
“EB” on the outer packaging indicates the
United Kingdom.
Region number supported by
this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD
players and software according to where
they are sold.
The region number of this unit is “2”.
The unit will play DVDs marked with labels
containing “2” or “ALL”.
Example:
2 ALL
3
5
2
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For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the equipment
with wet hands.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that the recording pre-recorded
tapes or discs or other published or broadcast material may
infringe copyright laws.
Caution for AC Mains Lead
(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 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.
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 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.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
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 UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
(page 57, Specifications—GENERAL)
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.
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 I N
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
Y
L
AUX
RF IN
RF OUT
PB
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
R
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
RQLS0233
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
DANGER
(FDA 21 CFR)
(IEC60825-1)
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
CAUTION
RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
ATTENTION
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
ADVARSEL
AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
VARO!
SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
VARNING
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
ADVARSEL
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
VORSICHT
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.
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
(Back of product)
(Inside of product)
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Table of contents
This Recordable DVD Home Theater System records high quality images to rapid random access capable HDD (Hard disk drive) or DVD-RAM.
This has resulted in many new features that out perform older tape formats. The following information summarizes a few of these features.
Instant recording
You no longer need to search for empty disc space. By pressing the recording
button, the unit finds available recording space and begins recording right
away. There is no need to worry about overwriting already recorded content.
HDD recording
You can keep on recording your favorite programs to an internal HDD that is
able to record up to 142 hours when using EP (8 Hour) mode.
You can also high speed transfer (dub) your favorite programs to DVD-RAM or
DVD-R and create a backup disc.
Instant play
There is no need to rewind or search forward. Direct Navigator guides you to
the beginning of the recorded video immediately.
Chasing playback
There is no need to wait until recording is complete. Without stopping
recording, you can play the video currently being recorded from its beginning.
Simultaneous Recording and Playback
While recording, you can play another video program that was recorded
previously.
Time Slip
During play and also while recording, you can jump to the scene you wish to
view by specifying the skip time.
High-performance power supplies up to 600 W
Enables you to experience optimal theater sound performance with 6
speakers.
INTRO
Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Useful features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP
1
Front and surround speaker
assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
STEP
2
Setup and connection of speakers . . 8
Other speaker setup options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
STEP 3
Video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
STEP 4
Radio and system connections. . 14
STEP 5
Channel reception settings . . . . . 15
STEP 6
Set up to match your television and
remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
To enjoy progressive video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
HDD and disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
RECORDING
Recording television programmes . . . . . . 22
Recording modes and approximate recording times. . 23
Direct TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Playing while you are recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Flexible Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Recording from an external equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using the VIDEO Plusi number
to make timer recordings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Manually programming timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . 26
To record programmes from satellite receiver by RGB
signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Check, change or delete a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Linked timer recordings with external equipment
(EXT LINK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
PLAYING
Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Operations during play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Editing operations during play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Changing audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using menus to play MP3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using on-screen menus and Status messages
. .32
On-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Status messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
EDITING &
TRANSFERRING
Editing titles/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters . . . . . . . . 34
Title operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Creating, editing and playing play lists . . 36
Creating play lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Editing and playing play lists/chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Play list operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chapter operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Entering text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Transferring (dubbing) titles or play lists . . .39
One Touch Transfer (dubbing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Transferring (dubbing) using the transferring
(dubbing) list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Transferring (dubbing) a finalized DVD-R. . . . . . . . . . . 41
CONVENIENT
FUNCTIONS
FUNCTIONS window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
DISC MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Disc Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Disc Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Top Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Auto-Play Select. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Finalize. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
RADIO &
SOUND
The radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Preset tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
RDS broadcasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Convenient sound functions . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Muting the volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Dolby Digital and DTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Dolby Pro Logic II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Adjusting the bass and treble with manual equalizer . . . 46
Using the built-in sound quality settings
(SFC–Sound Field Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Center Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Virtual Rear Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Multi Rear Surround. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Adjusting the subwoofer level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Seat position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Speaker level adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SETTINGS
Changing the unit’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Summary of settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
TV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Clock settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
INFO
Optional connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Receiving digital audio using the optical connection. . 53
Connecting other audio equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Enjoying TV broadcast with surround sound. . . . . . . . 53
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Safety precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Maintenance and disc handling . . . . . . . . . 56
Unit care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Backcover
Useful features
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Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357
For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Visit our website for product information
E-mail: customer.[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-
Friday 9:00am-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.
Batteries
Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
Do not use rechargeable type 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
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long
period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
[Note]
If you cannot operate the unit or television using the remote control
after changing the batteries, please re-enter the codes ( page 19).
Use
Aim at the sensor (page 5), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum
range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts.
1 Remote control
(EUR7624LA0)
2 Batteries
for remote control
2 AC mains leads
(RJA0053-3X)
For use with this system only.
Do not use them with other
equipment.
1 Video cable
(RJL1P016B15A)
1 RF coaxial lead
(K1TWACC00001)
1 System cable
(K1HA25HA0003)
1 AM loop aerial
(N1DAAAA00002)
1 FM indoor aerial
(RSA0007-L)
1 Speaker cable
1a4 m cable (REE1203A-J)
1 Aerial plug adaptor
(SJP9009)
1 Sheet of speaker-cable stickers
4 Front and surround speaker
screws
4 washer screws (RHD50015)
System SC-HT1500
Main unit SA-HT1500
Front speakers SB-FS1501
Center speaker SB-PC1501
Surround speakers SB-PS1501
Active subwoofer SB-WA1501
Operations in these instructions are described mainly with
the remote control, but you can do the operations on the
main unit if the controls are the same.
The remote control
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility and offers no
compensation for loss of recorded or edited material due to
a problem with the unit or recordable media, and accepts no
responsibility and offers no compensation for any
subsequent damage caused by such loss.
Examples of causes of such losses are
A disc recorded and edited with this unit is played in a DVD
recorder or computer disc drive manufactured by another
company.
A disc used as described above and then played again in this
unit.
A disc recorded and edited with a DVD recorder or computer
disc drive manufactured by another company is played in this
unit.
PUSH
1
2
-
+
-
+
2
3
P
U
S
H
P
U
S
H
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3
Opening the rear cover. Closing the rear cover.
1 Press with your
finger.
Slide into place.
When the cover
comes off
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If
[SHIFT]
appears the function will not work unless you use in combination with the [SHIFT] button. Make sure you first press and hold the [SHIFT] button.
Remote control
CH
VOLUME
SKIP
STOP PAUSE PLAY/
SLOW/SEARCH
CANCEL
123
4
5
6
789
0
HOME THEATER TV
EXT LINK
MULTI REAR
DUBBING
S.POSITION
CREATE CHAP
C.FOCUS
REC MODE
CH SELECT
RETURN
ERASE
TIMER
TIME SLIP
AV2/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
FUNCTIONS
MIX
2CH
REC
TEST
MANUAL SKIP
REPEAT
MUTING
AV
AUXFM/AMDVDHDD
DISPLAY
PRO LOGIC
VIDEO Plus +
SHIFT
SHIFT
DIRECT TV REC
FM MODE
SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
PROG/CHECK
HDD/DVD INPUT
AUDIO
S W. LEVEL
-/--
F
A B C D
Show on-screen menu ( page 32)
Turn the unit on ( page 15)
Select channels and title numbers etc./
Enter numbers
Cancel
Basic operations for recording and play
Show Top menu/Direct Navigator ( page 28, 34)
Selection/Enter, Frame-by-frame ( page 15, 29)
Change radio reception mode
[SHIFT]
( page 44)/
Show sub menu ( page 34)
Down-mix signals to 2 channels
[SHIFT]
(
page 46)/
Show status messages ( page 33)
Select analog/optical AV2 input
[SHIFT]
(
page 53)/
Show timer recording programme screen ( page 26)
Skip the specified time/Display the television image as
a picture-in-picture/RDS ( page 23, 29, 45)
Programme recording standby/release ( page 25)
Linked timer recordings with external equipment
(
page 27)
To use the functions labeled in orange, press the button
while pressing this button.
Virtual rear/multi rear surround
[SHIFT]
(
page 47)/
One touch transfer (dubbing) ( page 40)
Equalizer/Sound field control button
( page 46)
Switch to “HOME THEATER” when operating the main unit,
or switch to “TV” when operating the television ( page 19)
Direct TV recording ( page 23)
Select television input mode ( page 19)
Select the sources on the main unit ( page 22, 28, 44, 53)
Channel select ( page 22)
Adjust the volume ( page 28, 45)
Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3, AV4 or TV channels)
( page 24)
Show FUNCTIONS window ( page 42)
Return to previous screen/
Select speaker channels [SHIFT] ( page 47)
Output test signals [SHIFT] ( page 47)/
Skip 30 seconds forward ( page 29)
Dolby Pro Logic II [SHIFT] ( page 46)/
Show VIDEO Plusr screen for timer recording ( page 25)
Start recording ( page 22)
Erase items ( page 30)
Center focus [SHIFT] ( page 47)/
Change recording mode ( page 22)
Repeat items [SHIFT]( page 29)/
Muting (Volume is reduced to minimum.) ( page 45)
Seat position [SHIFT] ( page 47)/
Create chapters ( page 30)
Select audio [SHIFT] ( page 30, 53)/
Adjust the subwoofer level ( page 47)
Input select for
the television
( page 19)
Main unit and display
AUXHDD DVD
FM/AM
OPEN/ CLOSE
UPDOWN
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
REC
TIME SLIP
TUNE
CH CH
PULL-OPEN
RDS
L/MONO
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
R
AUDIO IN
PHONES
AV3
HDD
XP
SP
CH
LP
EP
PLAY
DVD
VCD
.MIX
R
-
AM
PLAY
TUNED
MONO
MEMO
DTS
MIX2CH
PL
SFC
M.V.REAR
DVD
DIGITAL
CF
ST
REC
REC
RDS
PTY
PS
EXTLink
4
2
3
5
6
9
6
?
>
=
1
@
A
7
8
:
;
< B
EXT
Link
REC
PLAY
EXT
Link
PLAY
EXT
Link
PLAY
DVD
D
.MIX
R
-
AM
REC
REC
REC
Connection for
camcorder etc.
( page 24)
Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( page 15)
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.
Stop ( page 22, 29)
Start play ( page 28)
Time Slip indicator ( page 23)
Input select ( page 22, 28)
Remote control
signal sensor
Disc tray
( page 22, 28)
Start recording ( page 22)
Open/close disc tray
( page 22, 28)
Volume dial for
recorder and
tuner
( page 28, 45)
Skip/Slow/Search ( page 29),
Tuning ( page 44)
Skip the specified time/Display the television image
as a picture-in-picture/RDS ( page 23, 29, 45)
Input select indicator
Standby/on indicator [Í/I]
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.
Recording Playback
Recording/Playback
e.g., [HDD]
;Radio broadcast display
TUNED:
Receiving radio signal
ST: Stereo
MONO: Monaural
MEMO:
Channel preset memory
indicator
RDS:
Receiving RDS (Radio Data
System) signal
PTY:
Programme type indicator
PS:
Programme station indicator
<Channel
=Main display section
>DTS indicator
?Dolby Pro Logic II indicator
@
Equalizer/sound field control indicator
AVirtual rear/multi rear surround
indicator
BDolby Digital indicator
Display
Channel select ( page 22)
1HDD indicator
2Recording mode
3Timer recording indicator
4Transferring (dubbing)
in progress indicator
5Disc type
6Down-mix indicator
7DVD indicator
8Center Focus Indicator
9Speaker channel, seat
position display
:Linked timer recordings
with external equipment
indicator
Headphones
terminal
( page 45)
Control reference guide
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STEP 1
Front and surround speaker assembly
Preparation
To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
1 Thread the speaker cable through the base.
For quicker threading, fold the cable lightly in half (do not
crease), pass the folded portion through the hole in the base,
and then pull through the rest of the cable.
2 Insert the pipe.
3 Secure the pipe to the base.
Ensure the screw is securely fastened.
There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.
Using the polyfoam and packaging cover included with this unit may ease attachment.
1 Remove the mounting plate screw, and remove plate B. 2 Place the pipe on plate A and attach plate B.
Rotate the pipe so that the flat side is facing away from the back
of the speaker.
3 Secure the plate with the same screw removed in
procedure 1.
1 Attach the pipe to the large base.
Supplied Accessories
Front speaker units Pipes
Make sure you have all the
indicated components before
assembly, setup, and
connection.
Large bases Washer screwsSurround speaker units
Thread the speaker
cable through here.
Cable
Hole for screw
Groove
1
2
Insert the pipe while gently pulling on the speaker cable.
Lessen excess
speaker cable.
The supplied stands are specially designed for
attachment to Panasonic SB-FS1501 front speakers
and SB-PS1501 surround speakers.
Only use as indicated in this setup.
Cable
Rear side of base
Washer screw
2 Attach the stands to the front and surround speakers.
2
1
3
Mounting plate screw
Speaker
Plate B
Polyfoam
Packaging
cover
Plate B
Plate A
[Note[
The stands with
longer cables are
for the surround
speakers.
Fit the offset into the slot
and slide plate B into the locked position.
Plate B
Offset
Slot
Align the surface of plate B so that it
is even with the pipe surface.
Plate B
Plate A
Pipe
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Check the screws you tightened in procedures 1-3 and 2 -3 if the pipe and speaker are loose ( page 6).
Front and surround speaker height
(Assembled diagram)
Using the same polyfoam as done in procedure 2 will assist you in safely and securely fastening the speaker cables.
For rear side of speaker
For rear side of base
3 Connect the speaker cables.
4 Adjust the speaker height.
Twist off the vinyl ends of the speaker cables.
Push!
r:Copper
s:Silver
Rear side of speaker
2 With one hand on the base, and the other
holding the speaker, adjust the height of
the speaker up and down.
Stopper screw
Screw to stop mounting plate from moving or
sliding below this point.
Phillips-head screwdriver
3 Tighten the mounting plate screw
securely.
1 Loosen the attached mounting plate screw
until the attached speaker is slightly loose
and adjustable.
Be careful not to loosen the screw too much
or the speaker may detach and fall.
Speaker
1122.5 mm
Pipe
Base
You can adjust within this
range.
715.5 mm
Stopper screw
Do not remove.
For your reference
You can enjoy good acoustics by
adjusting the height of the front and
surround speakers to the height of
the television so the center position
of both are approximately the same.
5 Fasten the speaker cable.
Press the speaker
cable into the
groove.
If there is any excess speaker
cable, thread the speaker
cable from the opening near
the top of the pipe while lightly
pulling the speaker cable from
the bottom of the base.
1 Press the speaker cable and thread
between the hooks.
2 Fit the speaker cable into the base
cover groove as far as possible.
Cable
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STEP 2
Setup and connection of speakers
Preparation
Attach the stickers to the speaker cables.
In the same way, attach the sticker to the front speaker cable (R)
and the surround speaker cables (L, R).
Preparation
Check to make sure the washer screws on the bottom of the front
and surround speaker bases are not loose.
Positioning for best effect
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound
field. Note the following points.
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at
approximately the same distance from the seating position.
The angles in the diagram below are approximate.
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.
[Note[
Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from
falling over. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from
falling over if you cannot set them up on an even surface.
The left and right speaker pairs are the same with respect to the
front and surround speakers. Place each of the speakers in
accordance with the stickers you just attached.
Before moving the main unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the main
unit.
Sheet of speaker-
cable stickers
Center speaker
cable (4 m cable)
Front speakers
Surround speakers
Center speaker Subwoofer
e.g., For the front speaker (L) cable
Copper
Silver
About 10 cm
About 10 cm
For the center speaker cable (4 m cable)
About 10 cm
About 10 cm
1 Place the speakers.
Front speakers
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 speaker from
falling, do not place the speaker
directly on top of the television.
Main unit
[Note]
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm
away from the system for proper
ventilation.
Surround
speakers
(R)
(L)
(R)
(L)
Subwoofer
Place to the right or left of the television on the
floor so that it won’t cause vibration.
Leave 10 cm at the rear for ventilation.
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Notes on speaker use
Use only supplied speakers. Using other speakers can damage
the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.
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 receiving howling from 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.
Do not stand on the base
and shake the speaker.
Be cautious when children
are near.
2 Connect the speaker cables to the subwoofer.
1
2
3
4
5
Speaker-cable sticker
SUBWOOFER
2 FRONT (R)
1 FRONT (L)
4 SURROUND (R)
3 SURROUND (L)
5 CENTER
[Note]
Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.
Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i) terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative
(j) terminals. Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.
Copper
Silver
Push!
Insert the wire fully.
Push!
Copper
Silver
If irregular coloring occurs on your television
The supplied 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 television’s demagnetizing function should correct the
problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the
television.
Caution
The main unit and supplied speakers are only to be used
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.
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Other speaker setup options
Two screws are needed per speaker when attaching the
speakers to a wall.
[Note]
The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 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 and surround speakers to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling ( below).
Use of optional speaker cables is recommended for wall mounted front and surround speakers. (You can also remove the speaker cables
from the pipes supplied with this system).
Preventing the speakers from falling over
Preparation
Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to a wall
( right diagram).
You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the
walls and pillars to which the screw eyes are going to be
fastened.
Consult with 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.
1 Thread the string (not included) through the slot on the
rear of the front and surround speakers to prevent them
from falling over.
2 Loop the string through the screw eye and tie tightly.
Attaching to a wall
1
Drive a screw (not included) into a wall.
8–11 mm
30–35 mm
7.5–9.4 mm
Wall or pillar
Front speakers
Vertical
142 mm
Vertical
240 mm
Center speaker
Vertical
27 mm
Horizontal
185 mm
Surround speakers
Vertical
84 mm
Vertical
340 mm
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the
screws with the holes.
Front speakers Center speaker Surround speakers
Move the speaker so that the screw is in
this position.
In this position, the speaker will likely fall
if moved to the left or right.
e.g. Front speaker
Screw eye (not included)
String (not included)
Rear side of the speaker
Approx. 150 mm
Wall
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STEP 3
Video connections
Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
The equipment connections described are examples.
Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
Recommended connection for your television
If your television does not have one of the terminals mentioned above, connect with the RF sockets only (page 12). However, when using
this connection, the picture received from a satellite receiver may not be clear, therefore we do not recommend it.
Q Link functions
Q Link offers a range of convenient functions (For further details page 55). Make sure to connect a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead to the
television if using the Q Link function.
The following systems from other manufacturers have similar functions to Q Link from Panasonic. For details, refer to your televisions
operating instructions or consult your dealer.
Q Link (registered trademark of Panasonic)
DATA LOGIC (registered trademark of Metz)
Easy Link (registered trademark of Philips)
Megalogic (registered trademark of Grundig)
SMARTLINK (registered trademark of Sony)
Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder
Video signals fed through video cassette recorders will be affected by copyright
protection systems and the picture will not be shown correctly on the television.
When connecting to a television with a built-in VCR, connect to the input terminals on
the television side, not the VCR side.
What kind of input terminal does your television have?
Required
cable(s)
Page No. for
connections
Page No. for TV
settings
Scart Highly recommended connection.
You can enjoy high-quality RGB video from this
unit by connecting to an RGB compatible
television.
If your television has the Q Link feature, you can
use a variety of useful functions.
Fully wired 21-
pin Scart lead
12
16
If it’s a Q Link
television 15
Component
video
These terminals provide a purer picture than
the S-Video terminal.
If your television is compatible with progressive
scan, you can enjoy high-quality progressive video.
If you have a progressive compatible CRT
television, we cannot recommend this connection
as some flickering may occur.
3 video cables 13 16
S-Video This terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the
video terminal.
S-Video cable 13 16
Audio/Video The most basic connection.
Audio/Video
cable
13
16
AV IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
R L
VIDEO IN
Television
Main unit
Television
VCR
Main unit
VCR
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STEP 3
Video connections
When there is no 21-pin Scart terminal on the television (below or page 13).
Change the “AV2 Input” setting to match the output from a satellite receiver and set the “AV2 Connection” setting to Normal” in the SETUP
menu (page 50) after tuning is completed ( page 15, 16).
To view satellite programmes
Press [HDD/DVD INPUT] to select the input channel “A2” for the
satellite receiver or put this unit in standby mode.
RGB
This refers to the three primary colours of light, red (R), green (G),
and blue (B) and also the method of producing video that uses
them. By dividing the video signal into the three colours for
transmission, noise is reduced for even higher quality images.
If you do not have a Satellite receiver, connect the aerial to the RF IN socket on this unit.
Connecting a television with 21-pin Scart terminal and Satellite receiver
Main unitRF coaxial lead Video cable
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 IN
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
Y
L
AUX
RF IN
RF OUT
PB
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
R
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AV IN
VHF/UHF
RF IN
DVD/VCR
To the aerial
Aerial lead
Cooling fan
RF coaxial lead
Fully wired 21-pin
Scart lead
Fully wired 21-pin Scart lead
AV1 terminal
If your television is equipped with RGB input capability, by
connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead you can see
video using RGB output on this unit (below).
To output in RGB select “RGB (without component)” from “AV1
Output” in the SETUP menu ( page 50) after tuning is
completed ( page 15, 16).
Television
Satellite receiver
Main unit
Connecting a television with RF socket only and Satellite receiver
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 IN
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
Y
L
AUX
RF IN
RF OUT
PB
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
R
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
VHF/UHF
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
Television
Cooling fan
RF coaxial lead
To the aerial
Aerial lead
RF coaxial lead
Satellite receiver
Main unit
indicates included accessories.
indicates accessories not included.
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Connecting to the television using the 21-pin Scart leads (page 12).
Component video output
Component signal outputs the colour difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in
reproducing colours. If the television is compatible with progressive output, a high quality picture can be output because this unit’s component
video output terminal outputs a progressive output signal (page 54).
For progressive output (page 18)
Decoder here means the device used to decode scrambled broadcasts (Pay TV).
Change the “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” settings in the SETUP menu to match the connected equipment (page 50) after tuning is
completed ( page 15, 16).
Connecting a television with VIDEO, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals and VCR
Connecting a digital receiver or decoder
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
L
AUX
RF IN
RF OUT
R
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
Y
P
B
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
AV4 IN
S-VIDEO
VHF/UHF
RF IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
VHF/UHF
RF IN
R L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
To the aerial
Splitter
Video cable
Aerial
lead
Cooling fan
RF coaxial lead
Audio/Video cable
You can also connect with the AV2 terminal
on this unit using the 21-pin Scart lead.
S-Video
cable
Video cable
Television
VCR
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal
achieves a more vivid picture
than the VIDEO OUT terminal.
(Actual results depend on the
television.)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These terminals can be used for either interlace
or progressive output and provide a purer
picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal
(below).
Connect to terminals of the same colour.
Use a splitter if
you also want to
connect the
aerial to your
VCR.
Main unit
Red
White
Ye ll o w
Red
White
Ye l l o w
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 IN
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
Y
L
AUX
RF IN
RF OUT
PB
PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(PROGRESSIVE/
INTERLACE)
R
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/EXT)
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
AV OUT
Digital receiver or decoder
21-pin Scart lead
Cooling fan
Main unit
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STEP 4
Radio and system connections
(Optional FM aerial connection page 45)
Connect both AC mains leads to enjoy all the features of this
system. (The leads are the same.)
Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is
turned off (approx. 7.5 W). To save power when the unit is not to be
used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.
Set the unit to standby mode and remove the AC mains lead
once “BYE” disappears from the unit’s display.
You will need to reset some memory items in the unit after
plugging.
[Note[
After making the connections perform radio tuning ( page 44).
System cable AM loop aerial FM indoor aerial AC mains leads
1 Connect the aerials.
2 Connect the system cable.
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 IN
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
A
AM ANT FM ANT
AV1 (TV)
AV2 (DECODER/
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOPEXT
AM ANT FM ANT
1
2
5
3
4
AM loop aerial
Stand the aerial up on its
base.
Place the aerial where
reception is best.
Keep loose aerial cable away
from other wires and cables.
Click!
FM indoor aerial
Adhesive tape
Affix this end of
the aerial where
reception is best.
Main unit
Push up.
Insert the aerial cables fully.
Loosen the terminal with a
Phillips-head screwdriver.
White
Red
Tighten the terminal screw again.
Black
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R-AUDIO-L
R-AUDIO-L
AV4 IN
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOEXT
A
AM A
VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEO
LOOP
ANT
GND
LOOEXT
AM A
System cable
Subwoofer
Catch
Catch is facing up
Catch is facing down
Main unit
To disconnect
Press the catch and pull out.
3 Connect the AC mains leads.
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE CONNECTION.
Subwoofer
AC IN terminal
Main unit
AC mains leads
To household
mains socket
(AC 230–240 V,
50 Hz)
Lights when the main
unit turns on.
AC IN terminal
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STEP
5
Channel reception settings
Preparation
Confirm that the aerial is connected correctly.
Switch [HOME THEATER, TV] to “HOME THEATER”.
When connecting to a television that has the Q Link
function (page 55) with a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead
(page 12).
You can download the tuning data from the television.
The unit’s Auto Clock Setting function will automatically
synchronize the time and date with that of the receiving station
after tuning is completed.
1 Turn on the television and select the
appropriate AV input to suit the
connections to this unit.
2 Press [Í] to turn the unit on.
Downloading from the television starts.
3 When downloading has been completed, the Owner ID
settings screen appears.
Press [1] and press the numbered
buttons to enter a 4-digit PIN number.
Make a note of the PIN number (don’t forget), as it is not
possible to return to the factory preset.
4 Press [ENTER] twice to store the PIN
number.
The cursor moves to “Name”.
5 Press [1].
6 Press [3, 4] to select a letter and
then press [1].
Repeat this to enter the name.
7 Press [ENTER] to store the name.
8 Press [4] and [1], and then repeat
steps 6, 7 to enter and store “House
No.” and “Postcode”.
9 Press [RETURN].
The Owner ID settings screen disappears.
To stop partway
Press [RETURN].
If the clock setting menu appears
Set the clock manually ( page 52).
To confirm that stations have been tuned
correctly (page 51)
To restart Preset Download (page 51)
If you connect other equipment to AV2 terminal
of this unit
Change the “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” in the SETUP menu
to match the connected equipment (page 50).
If there is interference or a very poor picture
appears on the TV screen
Refer to “Removing Interference” on page 17, and perform steps 1,
2 and 4 to stop the RF output. In step 2, press [0] to select “ss”.
Preset Download
(Setup with Q Link functions)
CH
VOLUME
SKIP
STOP PAUSE PLAY/
SLOW/SEARCH
CANCEL
123
4
5
6
789
0
HOME THEATER TV
EXT LINK
MULTI REAR
DUBBING
S.POSITION
CREATE CHAP
C.FOCUS
REC MODE
CH SELECT
RETURN
ERASE
TIMER
TIME SLIP
AV2/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
FUNCTIONS
MIX
2CH
REC
TEST
MANUAL SKIP
REPEAT
MUTING
AV
AUXFM/AMDVDHDD
DISPLAY
PRO LOGIC
VIDEO Plus +
SHIFT
SHIFT
DIRECT TV REC
FM MODE
SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
PROG/CHECK
HDD/DVD INPUT
AUDIO
S W. LEVEL
-/--
F
A B C D
AUXHDD DVD
FM/AM
OPEN/CLOS E
UPDOWN
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
REC
TIME SLIP
TUNE
CH CH
PULL-OPEN
RDS
Í
3 4 2 1
ENTER
RETURN
Í/I
HOME
THEATER,
TV
Numbered
buttons
Download
Pos 4
Download in progress, please wait.
RETURN: to abort
RETURN
RETURN
Owner ID
RETURN : leave
PIN number
¢¢¢¢
Name
House No.
Postcode
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STEP
5
Channel reception settings
Preparation
Confirm that the aerial is connected correctly.
Switch [HOME THEATER, TV] to “HOME THEATER”.
When connecting to a television with the VIDEO OUT,
S-VIDEO OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
(page 13).
When connecting to a television that does not have
the Q Link function (page 55).
This unit’s Auto-Setup function automatically tunes all available TV
stations and synchronizes the time and date with that of the
receiving station after tuning is completed.
When connecting to a television with RF socket only
(page 12)
1 Turn on the television and select the
appropriate AV input to suit the
connections to this unit.
2 Press [Í] to turn the unit on.
Auto-Setup starts. This takes about 5 minutes.
(When connecting to a television with RF socket only)
Set the new RF output channel to TV (refer to the
instructions for your TV).
Select an unused channel pre-set on your TV and tune it to
the RF output channel number shown on the unit’s display.
(When the Auto-Setup screen does not appear clearly even
after performing the above operations, re-tune the channel
until the Auto-Setup screen becomes clear.)
3 When Auto-Setup has been completed, the Owner ID
settings screen appears.
Press [1] and press the numbered
buttons to enter a 4-digit PIN number.
Make a note of the PIN number (don’t forget), as it is not
possible to return to the factory preset.
4 Press [ENTER] twice to store the PIN
number.
The cursor moves to “Name”.
5 Press [1].
6 Press [3, 4] to select a letter and
then press [1].
Repeat this to enter the name.
7 Press [ENTER] to store the name.
8 Press [4] and [1], and then repeat
steps 6, 7 to enter and store “House
No.” and “Postcode”.
9 Press [RETURN].
The Owner ID settings screen disappears.
To stop partway
Press [RETURN].
If the clock setting menu appears
Set the clock manually ( page 52).
To confirm that stations have been tuned
correctly (page 51)
To restart Auto-Setup ( page 51)
You can also use the following method to restart Auto-Setup.
When the unit is on and stopped
Press and hold [X CH] and [CH W] on the main unit for about 5
seconds.
All the settings except for the ratings level, ratings password,
Owner ID and time settings return to the factory preset. The timer
recording programmes are also cancelled.
[When connecting to a television with RF socket only (page 12)]
To enter the satellite station’s name (page 51)
The name of the satellite station is not set automatically. (“-- ---” will
appear under “Name” in the program list). After Auto-Setup is
completed, enter the name manually.
If you connect other equipment to AV2 terminal
of this unit
Change the “AV2 Input” and “AV2 Connection” in the SETUP menu
to match the connected equipment (page 50).
Auto-Setup
(Setup without Q Link functions)
CHX, CHW
CH
VOLUME
SKIP
STOP PAUSE PLAY/
SLOW/SEARCH
CANCEL
123
4
5
6
789
0
HOME THEATER TV
EXT LINK
MULTI REAR
DUBBING
S.POSITION
CREATE CHAP
C.FOCUS
REC MODE
CH SELECT
RETURN
ERASE
TIMER
TIME SLIP
AV2/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
FUNCTIONS
MIX
2CH
REC
TEST
MANUAL SKIP
REPEAT
MUTING
AV
AUXFM/AMDVDHDD
DISPLAY
PRO LOGIC
VIDEO Plus +
SHIFT
DIRECT TV REC
FM MODE
SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
HDD/DVD INPUT
AUDIO
S W. LEVEL
-/--
F
A B C D
AUXHDD DVD
FM/AM
OPEN/CLOS E
UPDOWN
VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
REC
TIME SLIP
TUNE
CH CH
PULL-OPEN
RDS
Í
3 4 2 1
ENTER
RETURN
Í/I
W X CH
FUNCTIONS
VIDEO Plusr
HOME
THEATER,
TV
¢ CANCEL
Numbered
buttons
Auto-Setup
Ch 1
Auto-Setup in progress, please wait.
RETURN: to abort
RETURN
RETURN
Owner ID
RETURN : leave
PIN number
¢¢¢¢
Name
House No.
Postcode
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When connecting to a television with RF socket only
(page 12)
In some cases, interference (lines or patterning) or a very poor
picture may appear on the TV screen when this unit is connected.
Follow the steps below to change the video playback channel (RF
output channel) to remove the interference.
1 Press [FUNCTIONS] for more than 5
seconds.
2 Press [W X CH] to select a channel
number, which differs by 2 or 3 from
the present channel number.
e.g. If the original channel number was 28, enter 31.
The test pattern screen disappears.
3 Re-tune your TV until you receive the
test pattern screen.
If you can’t see the test pattern screen clearly, repeat step 1
and 2 to select RF output channel again.
4 Press [ENTER] to finish this setting.
This unit doesn’t recognise VIDEO Plusr numbers for Satellite
stations or Cable TV stations.
The following operation also allows you to use VIDEO Plusr
numbers to make timer recordings for satellite and cable TV
stations. As the settings indicated below are dummy timer
recordings, delete them in step 6.
Preparation
Turn on the Satellite receiver(s) or Cable TV box.
Select a correct station.
1 Press [VIDEO Plus+].
2 Press the numbered buttons to enter
a VIDEO Plusr number for a satellite
station (e.g. Sky One) or Cable TV
station.
Press [2] to move back to correct a digit.
3 Press [ENTER].
“-- ---” will appear under “Name”.
4 Press [3, 4] to select the channel or
AV input that is to be used for
recording from the satellite station or
Cable TV station.
5 Press [ENTER].
The channel or AV input corresponding to the VIDEO Plusr
number is memorised.
Repeat steps 1s5 above until you have set dummy timer
recordings for each of the satellite stations or Cable TV
stations that you will make VIDEO Plus+ recordings from.
6 Press [3, 4] to select each
programme that you have just set
and press [¢ CANCEL] to delete it
from the timer recording list.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN].
Removing Interference
TV screen
Picture with interference
RF OUTPUT CHANNEL
DVD
CH : 28
SELECT
ENTER
RETURN
RF output channel number appears.
Test pattern screen appears.
Unit’s display
TV screen
RF OUTPUT CHANNEL
DVD
CH : 31
SELECT
ENTER
RETURN
Clear picture
VIDEO Plusr numbers for Satellite/
Cable TV stations
VIDEO Plus
+
1:58 SP
DVD
30:24 SP
Remain HDD
12:53:00 15. 7. TUE
Enter
VIDEO Plus+
Number by using 0-9 keys.
TIMER
RECORDING
12:54:00 15. 7. TUE
Programme Name
ModeStopStartName Date
PDC
HDD
DVD
20:0019:0015/ 7 TUE SP
OFF HDD
1:58 SP
DVD
30:24 SP
Remain HDD
SP
OK
20:0019:0015/ 7 TUE01
Mode
Disc
space
StopStartNo. Name Date
TIMER
RECORDING
12:55:00 15. 7. TUE
New Timer Programme
OFF
PDC
HDD
DVD
1:58 SP
DVD
30:24 SP
Remain HDD
AV2
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STEP 6
Set up to match your television and remote control
Choose the setting to suit your television and preference.
1 While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
“SETUP” and press [ENTER].
3 Press [3, 4] to select “Connection”
and press [1].
4 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Aspect
and press [ENTER].
5 Press [3, 4] to select the TV aspect
and press [ENTER].
16:9: 16:9 widescreen television
4:3: 4:3 standard aspect television
[HDD] [RAM] Titles are recorded as they appear on screen.
[DVD-V] Video recorded for a widescreen is played as Pan
& Scan (unless prohibited by the producer of the
disc) ( page 54).
Letterbox: 4:3 aspect television
Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style
(page 54).
You can enjoy progressive video by connecting this unit’s
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals to an LCD/plasma television
or LCD projector compatible with progressive scan ( page 54).
1 While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
“SETUP” and press [ENTER].
3 Press [3, 4] to select “Connection”
and press [1].
4 Press [3, 4] to select “Progressive”
and press [ENTER].
5 Press [3, 4] to select “On” and
press [ENTER].
Output becomes progressive.
[Note]
When connected to a regular television (CRT: Cathode ray tube)
or a multi system television using PAL mode, even if it is
progressive compatible, progressive output can cause some
flickering. Turn off “Progressive” if this occurs (page 33).
Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an
incompatible television.
There is no output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals
if “AV1 Output” in the SETUP menu is set to “RGB (without
component)”. Set this item to either “Video (with component)” or
“S-Video (with component)” ( page 50).
If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT,
S-VIDEO OUT or AV1 terminal, output will be interlace
irrespective of the settings.
To exit the screen
Press [RETURN] several times.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
Selecting television type and aspect
CH
VOLUME
SKIP
STOP PAUSE PLAY/
SLOW/SEARCH
CANCEL
123
4
5
6
789
0
HOME THEATER TV
EXT LINK
MULTI REAR
DUBBING
S.POSITION
CREATE CHAP
C.FOCUS
REC MODE
CH SELECT
RETURN
ERASE
TIMER
TIME SLIP
AV2/OPT
TOP MENU
ENTER
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
FUNCTIONS
MIX
2CH
REC
TEST
MANUAL SKIP
REPEAT
MUTING
AV
AUXFM/AMDVDHDD
DISPLAY
PRO LOGIC
VIDEO Plus +
SHIFT
SHIFT
DIRECT TV REC
FM MODE
SUB MENU
STATUS
EQ/SFC
PROG/CHECK
PROG/CHECK
HDD/DVD INPUT
AUDIO
S W. LEVEL
-/--
F
A B C D
FUNCTIONS
RETURN
Í
3 4 2 1
ENTER
HOME
THEATER,
TV
AV
B
A
C
D
Numbered
buttons
HDD
DVD
Recording
Dubbing
Edit
Playback
FUNCTIONS
Disc Remaining 34:00 SP
ENTER
RETURN
TIMER RECORDING
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
PLAY LIST
DUBBING
FLEXIBLE REC
Setting
SETUP
DISC MANAGEMENT
SETUP
Others
Disc
Picture
Sound
Display
Connection
Tuning
Manual
Auto-Setup Restart
Download
TAB
SELECT
RETURN
To enjoy progressive video
SETUP
Others
Disc
Picture
Sound
Display
Tuning
TV Aspect
16:9
4:3
Letterbox
Connection
SELECT
ENTER
RETURN
16:9 WIDE TV
4:3 TV
16:9
4:3
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You can configure the remote control TV operation buttons to turn
the television on/off, change the television input mode, select the
television channel and change the television volume.
1
Switch [HOME THEATER, TV] to “TV”.
2 Point the remote control at the television
While pressing [Í], enter the code
with the numbered buttons.
e.g., 01: [0] [1]
Manufacturer and Code No.
Test by turning on the television and changing channels. Repeat
the procedure until you find the code that allows correct operation.
If your television brand is not listed or if the code listed for your
television does not allow control of your television, this remote
control is not compatible with your television.
The 3 methods for switching to the AV input on
your Panasonic TV
Your Panasonic TV uses one of 3 different methods for switching
between TV reception and the AV input(s). Perform the operations
steps listed for the switching methods A, B and C below to
determine which one your Panasonic TV uses.
Preparation
Switch [HOME THEATER, TV] to “TV”.
A Press [AV] to switch to the AV input. Each press of [AV]
switches between TV reception and AV input(s).
B (for the remote control code No.45)
1 Press [AV]. Colour bars for selecting the AV input appear on the
TV screen.
2 Follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen to select the
desired AV input from the displayed colour bars for the AV input
by pressing [A], [B], [C] or [D] on the remote control.
C (for the remote control code No.01)
1 Press [AV]. The last previously selected AV input indication
appears on the TV screen. The indications for selecting another
AV input also appear, but they disappear a few seconds later.
2 Before the indications for selecting another AV input disappear,
press [A], [B], [C] or [D] to select the desired AV input.
With the following four buttons, you can move and select as follows:
[A]: Move left [C]: Move up
[B]: Move down [D]: Move right
If other Panasonic products are placed close together, change the
remote control code on the main unit and the remote control (the
two must match). Under normal circumstances use the factory set
code “DVD 1”.
1 While stopped
Press [FUNCTIONS].
2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
“SETUP” and press [ENTER].
3 Press [3, 4] to select “Others” and
press [1].
4 Press [3, 4] to select “Remote
Control” and press [ENTER].
5 Press [3, 4] to
select the code
(“DVD 1”, “DVD
2” or “DVD 3”)
and press [ENTER].
6 To change the code on the remote control
While pressing [ENTER], press and
hold the numbered button ([1], [2] or
[3]) for more than 2 seconds.
7 Press [ENTER].
When the following indicator appears on the
unit’s display
The unit’s remote
control code
Change the code on the remote control to match the main unit’s
(step 6).
[Note]
Executing “Shipping Condition” in the SETUP menu returns the
main unit code to “DVD 1”. Change the remote control code to 1
(step 6).
Television operation
Brand Code
Panasonic 01, 02, 03, 04, 45
AIWA 35
AKAI 27, 30
BLAUPUNKT 09
BRANDT 10, 15
BUSH 05, 06
CURTIS 31
DESMET 05, 31, 33
DUAL 05, 06
ELEMIS 31
FERGUSON 10
GOLDSTAR/LG 31
GOODMANS 05, 06, 31
GRUNDIG 09
HITACHI 22, 23, 31, 40, 41, 42
INNO HIT 34
IRRADIO 30
ITT 25
JVC 17, 39
LOEWE 07
METZ 28, 31
MITSUBISHI 06, 19, 20
MIVAR 24
NEC 36
NOKIA 25, 26, 27
NORDMENDE 10
ORION 37
PHILIPS 05, 06
PHONOLA 31, 33
PIONEER 38
PYE 05, 06
RADIOLA 05, 06
SABA 10
SALORA 26
SAMSUNG 31, 32, 43
SANSUI 05, 31, 33
SANYO 21
SBR 06
SCHNEIDER 05, 06, 29, 30, 31
SELECO 06, 25
SHARP 18
SIEMENS 09
SINUDYNE 05, 06, 33
SONY 08
TELEFUNKEN 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
THOMSON 10, 15, 44
TOSHIBA 16
WHITE WESTINGHOUSE 05, 06
When other Panasonic products
respond to this remote control
SETUP
Disc
Tuning
Remote Control
Others
Press “±” and “ENTER” together
for more than 2 seconds on the remote
control.
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HDD and disc information
We recommend using Panasonic discs. DVD-R from other manufacturers may not be recorded or played due to the condition of the recording.
This unit cannot record to discs containing both PAL and NTSC signals. (However, both types of programmes can be recorded onto the HDD.)
Play of discs recorded with both PAL and NTSC on another unit is not guaranteed.
Which should I use, DVD-RAM or DVD-R?
The following chart indicates the differences. Select based upon
what you require.
§1
You can erase, enter name and change thumbnail. Available
space does not increase after erasing.
§2
Only on DVD-RAM compatible players.
§3
After finalizing the disc ( page 43, 54).
§4
Only one is recorded ( page 50, Bilingual Audio Selection).
§5
CPRM ( page 54) compatible discs only.
§6
The picture is recorded in 4:3 aspect.
[Note]
When “DVD-R Rec for High Speed mode” is set to “On” the
restrictions on secondary audio recording, etc. are also applied to
DVD-RAM. Turn this setting “Off” if high speed transfer (dubbing) to
DVD-R is not necessary when recording a programme ( page 49).
Protection [RAM] (Cartridge discs)
With the write-protect tab in the protect position,
you cannot record to, edit, or erase from the
disc.
Play automatically starts when inserted in the
unit.
This unit plays CD-R/CD-RW (audio recording discs). Close the
session or finalize the disc after recording.
Play may be impossible on some CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the
condition of the recording.
The producer of the material can control how discs are played. So
you may not always be able to control play as described in these
operating instructions. Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
HDD and discs you can use for recording and play
Type Logo
Indicated in
these
instructions
Instructions
Hard disk drive (HDD)
80 GB
[HDD]
Temporary storage
You can record up to 142 hours [in EP (8 Hour) mode] ( page 23, Recording modes and
approximate recording times).
You can perform chasing playback or Time Slip ( page 23).
You can record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”. You can transfer
(dub) a recorded title to a CPRM compatible DVD-RAM; however, the title is erased from
the HDD. ( page 54).
DVD-RAM
4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm
2.8 GB, 8 cm
[RAM]
Re-writable discs for backup use
You can record up to 16 hours [in EP (8 Hour) mode on double-sided disc. You cannot
record or play continuously on two sides.] ( page 23, Recording modes and approximate
recording times).
You can perform chasing playback or Time Slip ( page 23).
Scratch and dust resistant cartridge discs and large capacity double sided discs (9.4 GB)
are commercially available.
You can record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording” when using CPRM
(Content Protection for Recordable Media) compatible discs ( page 54). You cannot
transfer (dub) a recorded title.
This unit is compatible with 1k–3k recording speed discs.
You can transfer (dub) up to 24 k recording speed by using a high speed recording
compatible disc ( page 39).
DVD-R
4.7 GB, 12 cm
1.4 GB, 8 cm
[DVD-R]
One time recording discs for backup use (recordable until the disc is full)
You can record up to 8 hours [in EP (8 Hour) mode].
By finalizing the disc, you can play it in a DVD player as DVD-Video (Play only)
( page 43, 54).
You cannot record digital broadcasts that allow “One time only recording”.
This unit is compatible with 1k–4k recording speed discs.
You can transfer (dub) up to 32 k recording speed by using a high speed recording
compatible disc ( page 39).
(Y: Possible, t: Impossible) DVD-RAM DVD-R
Re-writable Yt
Edit 1
Play on other players
Y
§2
Y
§3
Recording both M1 and M2 of
bilingual broadcast
Y
t
§4
Recording broadcasts that allow
one copy
Y
§5
t
Recording 16:9 aspect picture 6
PROTECT
Play-only discs (12 cm/8 cm)
Disc
type
Logo
Indicated in
these
instructions
Instructions
DVD-
Audio
[DVD-A] High fidelity music discs
DVD-
Video
[DVD-V]
High quality movie and music
discs
Video
CD
[VCD]
Recorded music and video
(including CD-R/RW)
Audio
CD
[CD]
Recorded audio and music
(including CD-R/RW)
CD-R and CD-RW with music
recorded in MP3 ( page 31)
Discs that cannot be played
2.6 and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, 12 cm
3.95 and 4.7 GB DVD-R for Authoring
Unfinalized DVD-R recorded on other equipment (
page 54, Finalize)
DVD-Video with a region number other than “2” or “ALL
DVD-ROM DVD-RW ≥iR ≥iRW
CD-ROM CDV CD-G Photo CD
CVD SVCD SACD MV-Disc
PD Divx Video Disc, etc.
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