Panasonic SC-HT340 User manual

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Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-HT340
E GCS GCT GC GS
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating
instructions are for Continental Europe.
Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated.
Advanced
Progressive scan
For Southeast Asia, Thailand,
the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
Provides a smoother and sharper
image.
page 9
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing
the region number or “ALL”.
Example:
For Continental Europe
Region Number
Continental Europe, the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
2
Southeast Asia and Thailand 3
High performance
sound effect
Sound field control (SFC), Dolby
Pro Logic II and more.
page 27
Compatible with
a variety of media
formats
DVD-RAM, DVD-Video, DivX and
more.
page 11
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System SC-HT340
Main unit SA-HT340
Front speakers SB-FS340
Center speaker SB-PC340
Surround speakers SB-FS341
Subwoofer SB-W340
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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 places 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.
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East,
South Africa, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
For Continental Europe
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GETTING STARTED
Caution for AC Mains Lead ................................................................................3
Safety precautions ..........................................................................................4
Accessories ..................................................................................................6
Preparing the remote control .............................................................................6
Simple setup.................................................................................................7
• Placement of speakers ............................................................................................................................7
• Making the connections...........................................................................................................................8
• Other speaker setup options .................................................................................................................10
• Optional antenna connections ...............................................................................................................10
Disc information........................................................................................... 11
• Discs that can be played .......................................................................................................................11
Overview of controls...................................................................................... 12
• Main unit ................................................................................................................................................12
• Remote control ......................................................................................................................................12
Performing QUICK SETUP................................................................................ 13
Basic play .................................................................................................. 14
• Using the main unit................................................................................................................................14
• Using the remote control .......................................................................................................................14
DISC OPERATIONS
Advanced play ............................................................................................. 16
• Displaying current playback condition ...................................................................................................16
• Program and Random play....................................................................................................................16
Using navigation menus ................................................................................. 17
• Playing data discs..................................................................................................................................17
• Playing HighMAT™ discs ......................................................................................................................18
• Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs....................................................................................18
• Playing the selected track in the CD Text disc.......................................................................................18
Using on-screen menus .................................................................................. 19
• Functions Menu .....................................................................................................................................19
• Other Settings........................................................................................................................................20
Changing the player settings............................................................................ 22
• Player settings .......................................................................................................................................22
• Changing the delay time (Speaker Settings) .........................................................................................24
• About DivX VOD content .......................................................................................................................24
• Tips for making data discs .....................................................................................................................25
OTHER OPERATIONS
Using the radio ............................................................................................ 26
• Manual tuning ........................................................................................................................................26
• Automatic presetting..............................................................................................................................26
• Selecting the preset channels ...............................................................................................................26
• AM allocation setting .............................................................................................................................26
Using sound effects....................................................................................... 27
• Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control (SFC).......................................................................27
• Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II ...................................................................................27
• Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus ..............................................................27
• Adjusting the amount of bass: Subwoofer level.....................................................................................27
• Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments......................................................... 28
Using the microphone .................................................................................... 28
• Enjoying Karaoke ..................................................................................................................................28
Operating other equipment .............................................................................. 29
• Optional audio connection for video cassette recorder or television .....................................................29
• Optional connection for set top box, cable TV box or video cassette recorder .....................................29
• Operating the television.........................................................................................................................29
REFERENCE
Troubleshooting guide.................................................................................... 30
• Troubleshoot..........................................................................................................................................30
Maintenance ............................................................................................... 32
Glossary .................................................................................................... 33
Specifications.............................................................................................. 34
Language code list........................................................................................ 35
Table of contents
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Accessories
Preparing the remote control
• Do not use
rechargeable
type batteries.
R6/LR6, AA
1Insert so the
poles (+ and –)
match those in the
remote control.
Do not:
• mix old and new batteries.
• use different types of batteries at the same time.
• heat or expose batteries to flame.
• take apart or short circuit the batteries.
• attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
• use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage
which can severely damage the remote control.
Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be
used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
■Use
Aim at the display (\page 12), avoiding obstacles, at a
maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 Remote control
For Continental Europe
(N2QAYZ000005)
For Southeast Asia,
Thailand, the Middle East,
South Africa, Saudi Arabia
and Kuwait
(N2QAYZ000006)
2 Remote control batteries
1 AM loop antenna
1 FM indoor antenna
1 AC mains lead
For Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
For Continental Europe,
Southeast Asia, Thailand,
the Middle East, South
Africa, Saudi Arabia and
Kuwait
1 Sheet of speaker-cable
sticker
1 Video cable
For Southeast Asia,
Thailand, the Middle East,
South Africa, Saudi Arabia
and Kuwait
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Simple setup
• Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound
quality will be negatively affected.
• Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them
from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the
speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even
surface.
Main unit
• Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system
for proper ventilation.
• To allow proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow
around the main unit, position it with at least 5 cm of space
on all sides.
• Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit.
Center speaker
• Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the
picture if it is placed directly on the television. Put the
center speaker on a rack or shelf.
• To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly
on top of the television.
Subwoofer
• Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or
a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave a
space of 30 cm from the television.
Caution
• Refrain from holding the
speaker’s net.
Example: Front speaker
Placement of speakers
Placement of speakers
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:
• Place speakers on flat secure bases.
• Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick
curtains.
1
FRONT
(L, R)
2
SURROUND
(L, R)
3
CENTER
4
SUBWOOFER
Setup example
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in
the diagram are approximate.
Main unit
•Other speaker setup options (\page 10).
Note
•You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
play sound at high levels over extended periods.
•Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:
– When playing distorted sound.
– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player,
a microphone (except
For Continental Europe
), noise from FM
broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or
electronic instrument.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
– When turning the unit on or off.
If irregular coloring occurs on your television
The front and center speakers are designed to be used
close to a television, but the picture may be affected with
some televisions and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30
minutes.
The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the
problem. If it persists, move the speakers farther away from
the television.
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Simple setup (continued)
Making the connections
Making the connections
Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections have been made.
• Ensure that you have the complete accessories before making the connections.
Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 1 W). To save power when the unit is
not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket. You will need to reset some memory items after
plugging in the unit.
4 Connect to the power supply.
For Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
BE SURE TO READ THE NOTE ON AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.
Note
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
To household mains socket
3 Connect to the speakers.
Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.
Note
• Never short-circuit positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires.
• Be sure to connect only positive (white) wires to positive (+) terminals and negative (blue) wires to
negative (–) terminals. An incorrect connection can damage the speakers.
6SUBWOOFER
2FRONT (R)
1FRONT (L)
4SURROUND (R)
3SURROUND (L)
5CENTER
Speaker-cable sticker
Insert the wire fully.
Push!
Be careful not to
cross (short-circuit) or
reverse the polarity of
the speaker wires as
doing so may damage
the speakers.
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1 Connect to the antennas.
■AM loop antenna
Stand the antenna up
on its base.
Black
Red
White
■FM indoor antenna
Tape the antenna where reception is best.
Adhesive tape
2 Connect to the various television terminals.
•Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed correctly.
• Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.
For Southeast Asia, Thailand,
the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
■Television with COMPONENT
VIDEO IN terminals
Television
(not included)
Video cables
(not included)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals
These terminals can be used for either
interlaced or progressive output and
provide a purer picture than the
S-VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection
using these terminals outputs the
color difference signals (PB/PR) and
luminance signal (Y) separately
in order to achieve high fidelity in
reproducing colors.
• The description of the component
video input terminals depends on the
television or monitor (example: Y/PB/
PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR).
Connect to terminals of the same
color.
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
■Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal
Television
(not included)
S-video cable
(not included)
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than
the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and
luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)
For Southeast Asia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
■Television with a VIDEO IN terminal
Television
(not included)
Video cable
(included)
For Continental Europe
■Television with SCART terminal
Television
(not included)
SCART cable
(not included)
Using the SCART (AV) terminal
To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output
from the SCART (AV) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or
“RGB” to suit the type of television you are using. Select “S-Video”
or “RGB” from QUICK SETUP (\page 13).
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Simple setup (continued)
Other speaker setup options
Other speaker setup options
■Attaching to a wall
You can attach the front, surround and center speakers to the wall.
• The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kgper screw. Consult a
qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall
and speakers.
1Drive a screw (not included) into a wall.
2Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).
Ø4.0 mm Ø7.5 to 9.5 mm
5.0 to 7.0 mm
Wall or pillar
Front and surround speakers Center speaker
Optional antenna connections
Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.
Note
• Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
• Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.
FM outdoor antenna
(Using a television antenna)
Rear panel of
this main unit
FM outdoor antenna
(not included)
75 :
coaxial cable
(not included)
AM outdoor antenna
(Using a vinyl wire)
Rear panel of
this main unit
AM outdoor antenna
(not included)
5 to 12 m
AM loop antenna
(included)
• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
• The outdoor antenna should be installed by a competent
technician.
• Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or
any other convenient location.
• Leave the AM loop antenna connected.
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