Panasonic SC-HT80 User manual

Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
System SC-HT80
Main unit SA-HT80
Front, center and surround speakers SB-AFCIO
Subwoofer
SB-WI0
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.
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS
DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION TO PREVENT RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING.
( 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.
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(Inside of product)
(Int&ieur de I’appareil)
(Indersiden at apparatet)
(Tuotteen sis8118)
(Apparatens insida)
(Produktets innside)
(Im Inneren des GerBtes)
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Back of product
Region numbers
Region numbers are allocated to
DVD players and software
according to where they are sold.
DVDs can be played on this unit
if their region number is the
same or includes the same
number, or if the DVD is marked
“ALL”.
Confirm the region number for
this unit before choosing discs.
The number for this unit is
indicated on the back panel.
Safety
precautions
...........................................................
.3
Caution for AC mains lead................................................
4
Supplied
accessories.......................................................
.5
Concerning the remote control
....................................
.; ..8
Types
of discs...................................................................
.6
Type of disc for the type of TV ........................................
7
Karaoke discs ....................................................................
7
Speaker set-up
.................................................................
.8
Connections
...................................................................
.I0
Front panel
controls.......................................................
.I2
Television settings
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing
discs......................
. ............................................
.I5
Other methods of play
...................................................
.17
Using the resume function to restart play .................................
.17
Pause (Still picture)
...................................................................
.17
Search function .........................................................................
.17
Skip function .............................................................................
.18
Frame-by-frame viewing ...........................................................
.18
Slow-motion play .......................................................................
.18
Repeat function ..........................................................................
19
Marking
a position .....................................................................
.20
Title menu .................................................................................
.21
DVD menu
.................................................................................
.21
Changing soundtracks ...............................................................
.22
Changing subtitle language .......................................................
.22
Switching angles .......................................................................
,23
Starting play from a specific track .............................................
.23
Random play .............................................................................
.24
Using the Disc Manager ............................................................ 24
Program play .............................................................................
.25
Using GUI screens
.........................................................
.26
GUI icon
descriptions.. ...............................................................
.28
The radio: manual tuning................................................
30
The radio: preset
tuning.................................................
.31
Automatic presetting .................................................................
.31
Manual presetting .....................................................................
.31
Selecting channels.. ...................................................................
.31
Sound field ......................................................................
32
Sound field effects you can enjoy with this unit .........................
.32
Enjoying sound with Dolby Digital ............................................
..34
Enjoying sound with Dolby Pro Logic.........................................
.34
Enjoying sound with stereophonics
(SUPER
SRND).
........................................................................
.36
Enjoying sound with simulated stereo
(SIMULATED
ST) .....................................................................
.36
To down mix to 2 channels .......................................................
.36
Using the virtual rear surround effect
(VIRTUAL REAR SRND) ...........................................................
.37
Using the multi rear surround effect
(MULTI REAR SRND)
...............................................................
.37
Using the center focus effect (CENTER FOCUS) .....................
.37
Using the seat position function (SEAT POSITION) .................
.38
Sound
Field Control effects .......................................................
.38

Timerfunction.................................................................. 39
Setting the timer .........................................................................
.39
Convenientfunctions .....................................................
.40
To mute the volume ..................................................................
.A0
To turn off the units display .......................................................
.40
To listen
through headphones ...................................................
.40
Adjusting the bass .....................................................................
A#
Using other equipment....................................................
40
Listening to
an external source .................................................
.40
Recording to other equipment ...................................................
.40
Using the remote control with other equipment ........
..4 1
Operating a television ...............................................................
.41
Operating a video deck .............................................................
.41
Initial settings ..................................................................
42
Glossary .......................................................................... 48
Concerningdiscs ............................................................ 49
When moving the unit .................................................... 49
TroubleshootingGuide ..................................................
50
Specifications .................................................. Back cover
Maintenance...................................................... Back cover
Disc symbols used in these operating
instructions
The functions you can use depend on the type of disc you play.
These marks are used to indicate which type of disc is explained.
Feature can be used with DVD
Feature can be used with video CD
Feature can be used with audio CD
Some features cannot be used even if these
symbols are indicated.
Set the system 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.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion
and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
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.
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the
power supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.
Do not 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.