Panasonic SCHT790V - DVD THEATER RECEIVER User manual

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The illustration shows SC-HT810V.
Panasonic °
DVD/VCR Home Theater
Sound System
Operating Instructions
SC-HT790V
SC-HT800V
Model No. SC-HT810V
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
AUDIO/VIDEO LDIGITALVIDE0J
SUPER DRIVE Omnivision
Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
according to where they are sold,
eThe region number of this unit is "1".
eThis unit will play DVD-Video marked with labels containing "1"
or =ALL",
Example:
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As an ENERGY STAR e Partner, Panasonic has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.
The warranty for the U.S.A. is on page 62.
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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking
for replacement parts.
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or the website
(htt p://www.panasonic.com).
(Only for Canada)
To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have
made your purchase,
[] t Remote control
(EUR7623X50)
[] 2 Batteries
for remote control
System
Main unit
Front
speakers
Center
speaker
Surround
speakers
Active
subwoofer
SC-H3790V
SA-HT790V
SB-FS803
SB-PC803
SB-FS803
SB-WA312
SC-HT800V
SA-HT800V
SB-FSS03
SB-PC803
SB-FS803
SB-WA310
SC-HT810V
SA-HT810V
SB-FS70O
SB-PC700
SB-FS801A
SB-WA330
Remote control_ Batteries
•Insert so the poles (+ and -) match those in
the remote control.
•Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
UM-3
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[] 2 ACpower supply cord _._
(RJA0065-tD)
[] 1 AM loop antenna
(N1DAAAA00002)
[] 1 FM indoor antenna
(RSA0007-J)
[] tVide•cable
(RJL1P016BtSA)
[] 1 75 _coaxialcable
(VJA1125)
[] 1System cable
(K1HA25HA000 t)
[] 5 Speaker cables
(RFA2163-J)
3x4-m (13-foot) cables
2× 10-m (33-foot) cables
Sheet of speaker-cable stickers[] 1I-a _a
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[] 1 Antenna plug
(K2 RC021B0001 ) I _.(_(_
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The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do
not use it with other equipment.
Do not;
• mix old and new batteries.
• use different types at the same time.
cheat or expose to flame.
•take apart or short circuit.
• attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
eusa baffedes if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of battenes 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 acool, dark place.
•Use
Aim at the sensor (.o page 9), avoiding obstacles, at amaximum
range of 7 m (23 feet) directly in front of the unit,
Usermemo:
I ATE OFPURCHASE
DEALER NAME
DEALER ADDRESS
TELEPHONENUMBER
The model number and sedal number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERLAL NUMBER
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Accessories ................................. 2
The remotecontroJ............................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........... 5
Tape information ............................. 5
Disc information .............................. 6
Control reference guide ....................... 7
Remote control--common buttons ................... 7
Remote controi_DVO operation .................... 7
Remote contro_--VCR operation .................... 8
Remote contro_TUNER operation .................. 8
Main unit and subwoofer .......................... 9
Main unit display................................. 9
Simple setup
STEP1 Locating ............................ 10
STEP2 Speakers ........................... 11
STEP3 Television .......................... 12
Basicconnection................................ 12
For bettervideofrom DVD ........................ 13
STEP4 Connecting the subwoofer, antennas, and
AC power supply cords ..................... 14
STEP5 Plug-in Auto Tuning .................. 15
STEP6 Operating the television .............. 16
STEP7 DVD QUICK SETUP .................. 17
Basic play .................................. 18
Position Memory function ......................... 19
Convenient functions ........................ 20
Replaying a scene--QUiCK REPLAY ............... 20
Starting play from a selected item ................... 20
Selecting groups to play .......................... 20
Rotating pictures ................................ 20
Selecting still pictures-Page Skip .................. 20
Repeat play .................................... 21
A-B repeat play ................................. 21
Marking places to play again ....................... 21
WMNMP3, CD text and JPEG navigation menus..22
Playing HighMAT discs ........................... 23
Playing the programs or play lists on DVD-RAM..24
Selecting a program to play --DIRECT NAVIGATOR ... 24
Playing aplay list ............................... 24
Changing play sequence ..................... 25
All group play .................................. 25
Program play .................................. 25
Random play .................................. 25
Increasing your enjoyment of movies and music .. 26
Soundtracks ................................... 26
Subtitles ...................................... 26
Variable Zoom function .......................... 27
Double re-master--Enjoying more natural sound ...... 27
Using On-Screen Menu Icons ................. 28
Common procedures ............................ 28
Progress indicator .............................. 28
Disc information ................................ 29
Unit information ................................ 29
Changing settings ........................... 31
Common procedures ............................ 32
Entering a password (Ratings) ..................... 33
Changing the delay time (Speaker Setting) ........... 33
Playback ................................... 34
Picture mode_Changing picture quality .............. 35
Repeat play--play a program repeatedly ............. 35
Manual tracking ................................. 35
Vertical locking adjustment ........................ 35
Manual recording ............................ 36
Recording the television .......................... 36
Using another source while recording ................ 37
Recording from other equipment .................... 37
Timer recording ............................. 38
Finding programs with the Jet Navigator and VHS
Index Search System (VISS) ................. 40
Saving Jet Navigator data ........................ 40
Using the Jet Navigator to find programs ............. 40
Finding programs_VHS Index Search System (VtSS).. 41
Changing settings ........................... 42
LANGUAGE ................................... 42
CLOCK SET ................................... 42
CHANNEL SET ................................ 43
OPTION ...................................... 44
On-screen display .............................. 45
Changing audio ................................ 45
The radio ................................... 46
Manual tuning .................................. 46
Preset tuning ................................... 46
Optional FM antenna connection ................... 47
Other convenient features .................... 48
The sleep timer ................................. 48
Muting the volume ............................... 48
Using headphones .............................. 48
Sound ..................................... 49
Custom Sound Memory_tore the sound settings ..... 49
Dolby Digital and DTS ........................... 50
Dolby Pro Logic ................................ 50
Super Surround ................................ 50
Sound Field Control ............................. 50
Center Focus .................................. 51
Seat position .................................. 51
Adjusting the bass .............................. 51
Speakerleveladjustments ........................ 51
Other speaker setup options .................. 52
Attaching to a wall ............................... 52
Fitting speaker stands (optional) .................... 52
Optional connections ........................ 53
Listening to an external source/
Recording to other equipment .................... 53
Connecting acable TV box/satellite receiver .......... 54
Other antenna connections to the unit ............... 55
Other antenna connections from the unitto the television.. 55
Troubleshooting guide ....................... 56
Glossary ................................... 59
Maintenance ................................ 59
Specifications .............................. 60
Limited Warranty (U.S.A.) ..................... 62
Product Service ............................. 63
Index .............................. Back cover eoT6951

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.:
CAUTION:
CAUTIONI
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE,
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONRNED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR RRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION VENTS.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
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!
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 QUALIRED PERSONNEL.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
eReodent or relocate the receiving antenna.
elncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
eConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
eConsuit the dealer or an experienced radiofTV technician for
help.
Any unauthodzed changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user's authod_ to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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ADV.q_EL_
(inside of product)
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electde shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
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Avoid use or placing highly magnetic devices (Speakers
etc.) or devices that emit strong electro-magnetic waves
(mobile telephones etc.) near the main unit.
eThe above may result in problems with audio and video, and
recorded content may be lost.
eBe extra cautious when you are using a plasma television,
keeping these devices as far away as possible.
Stacking
Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place anything
heavy on it.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray and video cassette
slot is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the
disc, video cassette tape and the unit.
eOperating while there is condensation in the unit or on the
cassette tape may cause the tape to catch upon the cylinder
resulting in the tape being cut, or not being able to remove the
cassette tape from the unit. The unit also may not work
propedy if the unit's cylinder or heads have been damaged.
eWait 1-2 hours for condensation to evaporate (do not operate
the unit during this time).

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unitand the applicable safety instructions
listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
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Read these instructions. 10)
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings. I t)
Follow all instructions.
DO not use this apparatus near water. 12)
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A poladzed plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electdcian for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
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14)
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments!accessodes specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only withthe cart, stand, tdpod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cartJapparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over. ®
Unplug this apparatus dudng lightning storms or when unused
for long pedods of time.
Refer ag servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
• Tapes
eYou can use tapes with the VHS and S-VHS marks, but this unit is
unable to make fulluse of the characteristics of S-VHS tapes.
eBreak out the tape's tab to prevent _=,..
accidental erasure. Cover the hole with a J_
double layer of adhesive tape when you
want to use the tape for recording again.
• S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)
You can play tapes recorded with the S-VHS system, however some
noise may occur with some types and this unitcannot take
advantage of S-VHS's high resolution.
This VCR cannot make S-VHS recordings.
• Tape care
Poorqualityordamagedtapescancausethe headstobecomedirty
and malfunction.Storeyourtapescarefullyand discardwhen they
becomedirty or damaged.
Never use tapes on which juice has been split or those that are
extremely damaged since this will not only cause the heads to
become dirty, but will also make the unit malfunction.
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• Discs that can be played Indicationused in
instructions
Shown as
"DVD-VR" on the
display
Disc type Logo
DVD-RAM
RAM
DVD-Audio
AUDIO
DVD-Video
[,l'qil__
VIDEO
DVD-R
R
R4.7
DIGITAJ. AUDIO
CD-I_IW --
Including CD text
• Use discs with the above Iogos and that conform to specifications.
The unit cannot play other discs correctly.
•Do not use irregularly shaped discs (e.g. heart-shaped), as these
can damage the unit.
off may not be possible to play CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R and DVD-
RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the
recording.
•Discs that cannot be played
PAL discs (except DVD-Audio), DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G,
+RW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx Video Discs, Photo CD,
DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, and 2.6-GB
and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM.
•Disc structure
Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on
the disc type.
Track: the smallest division on DVD-Audio, CDs and Video CDs,
or a single WMA/MP3 file.
Chapter: the smallest division on DVD-Video.
Group: collections of tracks on DVD-Audio and equivalent to
folders or albums on data discs.
Title: the largest division on DVD-Video, usually an entire
movie.
Program: the division on DVD-RAM equivalent to a single recording.
Picture: a single JPEG file.
Play list: the largest grouping on a HighMAT disc, or a group of
scenes on DVD-RAM.
Scene: DVD-RAM program sections specified and grouped into
play lists on a DVD video recorder.
Content: covers tracks and pictures on HighMAT discs.
•DVD-RAM discs
The DVD-RAM you can play on this unit are those recorded with
DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc.
using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video
recording standard).
oRemove discs from their cartridges before use and retum them
when you are finished, making sure that the labels of the disc and
cartridge face the same way.
• Some parts of the disc, for example where one program ends and
another begins, may not play smoothly.
•DVD-R discs
PanasonicDVD-Rrecordedandfinalized(a processthatallows play
oncompatibleequipment)ona PanasonicDVD videorecorderor
DVDvideocameraare playedas DVD-Video onthisunit.
•CD-R and CD-RW discs
This unitcan play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with
CD-DA, video CD, WMA, MP3, or JPEG. Close the session or
finalize (a process that allows play on compatible equipment) after
recording.
See page 23 for more information about WMA, MP3, and JPEG.
•HighMAT discs
Thisunit iscompatiblewithHighMATdiscscontainingWMA, MP3,
and/orJPEG files.
•Video systems
NTSC is used.
This unit converts still picture parts of PAL system DVD-Audio to
NTSC for play. The picture is compressed to show it in its entirety,
but this may cause it to be stretched vertically.
•To clean discs
DVD-Audio, DVD-Video, Video CD, CD
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
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DVD-RAM, DVD-R
•Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disccleaner (LF-K200DCA1,
where available).
•Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc.
•Handling precautions
• Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other wdting
instrument.
• DO not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
• Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with
exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)
• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
• Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.
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•ff _ appears after the button name the function will not work unless you use with [SHIF'FJ button. Make sureto press [SHIFT] and the button.
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Main unit selector button
DVD/VCR source button [DVDNCR]
Switch the source on the main unit between DVD and VCR.
Tuner/band button [FM/AM]
Switch the source on the main unitto TUNER and change the
band.
_) Remote control mode selector button
[DVD] [VCR] [TV] [TUNER]
Changes the remote control mode. The button bightsonce
pressed.
The selected mode is held in memory until you press another
mode selector button.
The mode selector button lights each time you press an
operational control button showing which mode is in use.
(_ Volume buttons [VOLUME -, +] ...................... 18
Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when
playing other discs or dudng television broadcasts. Reduce the
volume before playing other sources or returning to the television
so volume doesn't increase suddenly.
_) Bass adjust button [SUBWOOFER] ................... 51
_) Sound field control button [SFC] ..................... 50
Custom sound memory button [C.S.M] _ ........... 49
_) Shift button [SHIFT]
To use the functions labeled in orange, press the button while
pressing [SHIFT].
ODolby Pro Logic button [rlnpL] ....................... 50
Sleep timer button [SLEEP] _ .................... 48
_) Muting button [MUTING] ............................ 48
Seat position button [S.POSITION] _ .............. 51
_) Super surround button [SUPER SRND] ................ 50
Center focus button [C.FOCUS] _ ................. 51
Speaker channel button [CH SELECT] ................. 51
Test signal button ['rEST] _ ...................... 51
Down-mix button [MIX 2CH] ......................... 50
ODVD remote control mode button [DVD] ............... 17
Switch the remote control mode to DVD. Make sure you press
before doing DVD operations. When in DVD mode, the [DVD]
button lights each time you press one of the DVD operation
buttons indicated below.
QPower button [(_] .................................. 17
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit isstill consuming a small amount of
power.
(_ Group button [GROUP] ............................. 20
Still picture select button [PAGE] _ ............... 20
(_ DVD SETUP menu button [SETUP] ................. 17, 32
(_) Play mode button [PLAY MODE] ...................... 25
Repeat mode button [REPEAT] _ ................. 21
_) Skip buttons [P<_I, _SKIP] ........................ 18
_) Stop button [11].................................... 18
Open/close button [OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT] _ ........ 18
(_) Pause button [11] .................................. 18
_) Top menu button [TOPMENU] ....................... 19
Direct navigator button [DIRECT NAVIGATOR] .......... 24
_) Cursor buttons [A, V, <, I_]
Enter button [ENTER[ ............................... 17
On-screen menu icon button [OSD/DISPLAY] ........... 28
_) Double re-master button [D.RE-MASTER] _ ........ 27
Position memory button [POSITION MEMORY] .......... 19
_) Cancel button [CANCEL] ............................ 21
Subtitle button ]SUBTITLE] _ .................. 26
(_ Numbered buttons [1-9, O, =>10/ENTER] ............. 20
<_ Slow/search buttons [<1<, IH_ SLOW/SEARCH] ...... 18
<_ Play button [1_] .................................. 18
(_ Menu button [MENU] ............................. 19
Play list button [PLAY LIST] ....................... 24
Return button [RETURN] ............................ 17
(_ Quick replay button [QUICK REPLAY] ................. 20
Zoom button [ZOOM] ............................... 27
Soundtrack button [AUDIO] s_l_ .................... 26

elf_ appears after the button name the function will not work unless you use with [SHIFT] button. Make sure to press [SHIFT] and the button.
OVCR remote control mode button [VCR] ................ 34
Switch the remote control mode to VCR. Make sure you press
before doing VCR operations, When in VCR mode, the [VCR]
button lights each time you press one of the VCR operation
buttons indicated below.
Q Power button [(_] .................................. 15
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is stitl consuming a small amount of
power.
TV/Video button [TV/VIDEO] .......................... 16
Tape counter reset button [RESET] _ .............. 45
(_ Picture mode button [PICTURE MODE] ................. 35
_) Index search button ]_1<, IH_ SKIP] .................. 41
(_ Stop button [i] .................................... 34
Cassette eject button [OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT] _ ...... 34
_) Pause button [11] ................................... 34
OJet navigator button [NAVI] .......................... 40
(_) Cursor buttons [A, Y,., b-]
Enter button [ENTER] ............................... 38
Channel, tracking, and vertical hold buttons
[A CH^] [V CHv] ............................... 35, 36
(_ On-screen display button [OSD/DISPLAY] .............. 45
Timer recording buttons ............................ 38
Timer programming button [PROG]
Cancel button [CANCEL]
Tape speed button ]SPEED]
Timer program standby button [_)]
_) Recording button [O REC] ........................... 36
(_ Numbered buttons [1-9, 100, 0] ....................... 36
(_ Fast-forward/rewind button [<1<, IH_ SLOW/SEARCH]...34
Jet rewind button [<<1 JET REW] _ ............... 34
(_ Play button [1_] .................................... 34
Press and hold for five seconds to start repeat play...... 35
Menu button [MENU] ................................ 42
Audio button [AUDIO] _ ......................... 45
OTUNER remote control mode button [TUNER] ........... 46
Switch the remote control mode to TUNER. Make sure you press
before doing TUNER operations. When in TUNER mode, the
[TUNER] button lights each time you press one of the TUNER
operation buttons indicated below.
OPower button [(_] .................................. 46
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is stillconsuming a small amount of
power.
(_) FM mode button [PLAY MODE] ....................... 46
_) Channel buttons [A CH^] [Y CHv]
Enter button [ENTER] ............................... 46
(_) Numbered buttons [1-9, 0, ->_10/1ENTER]................ 46
_) Tuning buttons [-4<, IH_] ........................... 46
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•Common buttons
[] Power button [POWER_O/1] .......................... 15
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is stillconsuming a small amount of
power.
[] Remote control signal sensor
[] Channel buttons [CHv] [CH^] .................... 36, 46
[] Display
[] Source selector buttons [SELECTOR]
VCR-_DVD--* FM_AM
[] Volume dial [VOLUME DOWN, UP] ................... 18
Volume may be lower when playing DVD-Video than when
playing other discs or dudng television broadcasts. Reduce the
volume before playing other sources or returning to the television
so volume doesn't increase suddenly.
[] Headphone terminal [PHONES[ ...................... 48
•DVD section
OProgressive video button [PROGRESSIVE] ............. 18
_) Disc tray ......................................... 18
_) Open/close button [_DVD OPEN/CLOSE] .............. 18
(_) Stop button [11STOP] .............................. 18
_) Play button [lp PLAY] .............................. 18
•VCR section
OTape slot ......................................... 34
i_ Tape eject button [_VCR EJECT] ..................... 34
ORecording button [O REC] ........................... 36
OTimer n_cording button [_) TIMER REC] ................ 38
OFast-forward and rewind buttons
[<1<1(_/REW] [b-I_ FF/_{] .......................... 34
OStop button [11 STOP] .............................. 34
OPlay button [1_ pLAY] ............................... 34
•Subwoofer
[] AC supply indicator [AC IN]
This indicator lights when the subwoofer isconnected to a
household AC outlet.
•Common display
[] Dolby Pro Logic indmator ........................... 50
[] SLEEP timer indicator .............................. 48
[] Main display (Green)
Time display, video play/record elapsed time, program recording
start time, vadous messages, etc.
[] Main display (Orange)
Disc play elapsed time, program recording end time, volume,
TUNER frequency/channel display, various messages, etc.
[] Speaker channel, seat position display ................ 51
[] Sound effect indicator
SUPER SRND: Super Surround ....................... 50
CSM: Custom Sound Memory ......................... 49
S.POS: Seat position ................................ 51
SFC: Sound Field Control ............................ 50
C.F: Center Focus .................................. 51
•DVD operation
QDVD selector indicator ............................. 18
Lights when DVD is selected.
Flashes for about 5 seconds immediately after selection is made,
(_ Operation display ................................. 18
Displays play and pause, etc.
_) Title/Group/Chapter/Track number display .............. 6
_) Down mix indicator ................................ 50
(_ MP3/JPEG/WMA indicator ............................ 6
_) DTS indicator ..................................... 50
(_Playsaquenceindicator
PGM: Dudng program play............................ 25
RND: During random play ............................ 25
: During repeat ................................. 21
A__3 B: During A-B repeat ........................... 21
_) Dolby Digital indicator .............................. 50
_) Disc type indicator .................................. 6
•VCR operation
OVideo cassette indicator
Shows whether you have loaded avideo cassette.
OVCR selector indicator .............................. 34
Lightswhen the selector is in VCR mode.
Flashes for about 5 seconds immediately after selection ismade.
Tape remaining display indicator ..................... 45
Tape speed indicator ............................... 36
OTimer program recording indicator .................... 38
Operation display .................................. 34
Displays play, fast-forward, or rewind, etc.
ORecording indicator ................................ 36
QChannel display
•Tuner operation
[] Band display
[] Preset indicator ................................... 46
[] Radio broadcast display ............................ 46 RQT6951
TUNED: Receiving radio signal
ST: Stereo
MONO: Forced monaural

Simple setup
Locating
SC-HT810V i
Subwoofer : SC-HT790V, SC-HT800V Subwoofer
Front
(L) Front (R) Surround Surround
Center
The illustration shows SC-HT81OV.
Center Front
(R)
Subwoofer
Front
(L)
Front Front
(L) (R) Su_ound Su_ound
(L) (R)
ce.t
Surround
Main unit
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at
approximately the same distance from the seating position.
The angles in the diagram are approximate. -_ See page 52 for other
speaker setup options.
• Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unitand sound quality will
be negatively affected.
eSet 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.
Positioning for best effect
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound
field. Note the following points.
• Place speakers on fiat secure bases.
•Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result
in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick cudain.
Main unit
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm ('_1_") away from the system
for proper ventilation.
Center speaker
*You can also put this speaker directly under the television.
*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.
Subwoofer
Place to the dght of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so
that it won't cause vibration.
Leave 10 cm (4") on the dght for the woofer to be effective. Leave
10 cm (4") at the rear for ventilation.
Notes on speaker use
•You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if
you play sound at high levels over extended periods.
• Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
-When playing distorted sound.
-When the speakers are receiving howling from arecord 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.
Caution
• Use the speakers only with the
recommended system. 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.

Speakers
Speaker cables
e3x4-m (13-foot) cables
e2x lO-m (33-foot) cables _
The illustrations show SC-HT810V.
Sheet of speaker-cable
stickers
Setup example SC-HT'i9OV, SC-HT8OOV
The front and surround speakers are the same. Use those you
have connected the short cords to as front speakers and those you
have connected the long cords to as surround speakers.
[] Attaching the stickers to the speaker
cables
Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.
_>_'o "_,
_) Copper
Silver
[] Connecting the speakers
Front (L) +
Subwoofer
Front (R)
Surround (L)
_Surround (R)
Keeping the cables out of the way (SC-HT810V only)
Pass the cables through the holes in the stand to keep them out of
the way.
°_the cable through the hole.
Stand
2 Pass through the cutout in the base.
oNever short-circuit positive (+) and negative (-) speaker wares.
eBe sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (+)
terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative () terminals.
Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.
Cauton
Hold the speakers by the sides.
Applying pressure to the front
net can damage the speaker, i
,_.,__._

Television
75 _coaxial cable
Video cable
Television
(not included)
Main unit
VIDEO VHF/UHF
IN RF IN
o ®
Video cable --
(included) 75 _coaxial
cable
(included)
", If the connector
i_"- -' doesn't match
., .,, page 55
.-
75/2 coaxial cable
This cable carries broadcast signals to the television whether the
unit is on or off so you do notneed to connect the antenna directly
to the television.
It does not carn/other signals from this unit, so make sure you
connect the television to VIDEO OUT. Contact your dealer if your
television does not have the corresponding terminal.
Connect video cables directly to your television
The video signals on DVDs and videotapes have copyright
protection. The video may not be shown correctly if you connect
through an A/V selector or other equipment.
f
"-_i"Ifthe connector
,doesn't match
-, page 55
.o.
-- Antenna cable
(usually disconnected
s_ from the television)
From
Cable TV
Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna
\ J
To enjoy cable and satellite television
Connection -* page 54
Subscribe to a cable or satellite company.
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.

•Connecting a television with COMPONENT VIDEO terminals
I I
To television
Television
(not included)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal
These terminals can be used for either intedace or progressive
output and provide e purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT
terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color
difference signals (PdPA) and luminance signal (Y) separately in
order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
oThe description of the component video input terminals depends
on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PeJP., Y/B-Y/R-Y. Y/Cm'C.).
Connect to terminals of the same color.
eAfter making this connection, change the black level for a better
picture (=, page 31, Video--Black Level Control).
To enjoy progressive video
oConnect to the component video input terminals on a480P
compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if
connected to an incompatible television.)
cAll televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P
input connectors ere compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you
have another brand of television.
•Connecting a television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal
S-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-video 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.)
I
To television
Television
(not included)
Connect to a different terminal group than that you used for the
video cable (e.g., "VIDEO 2").
Picture from this unit's VCR will not appear when you use the
same group input terminal connections because the S-video
teTminal input takes pr_edence.

Connectingthe subwoofer,antennas,andAC powersupplycords
System cable AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna 2 AC power supply cords
Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete.
Subwoofer Adhesive tape
Fix the other end of the antenna
where reception is best._
AC power supply cord
To household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
mMain unit
AM loop antenna
FM indoor
antenna
Stand the antenna
up on its base.
Keep loose antenna
cord away from other
wires and cords.
System cable
Catch to the right
To disconnect
Press the catch
and pull out.
AC power supply cord
To household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Catch up
To disconnect
Press the catch
and pull out.
AC power supply cords
Connect both AC power supply cords to enjoy all the features
of this system.
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is
turned off. The amount of power used depends on the display
setting (-P page 44):
BRIGHT: 3.7 W DIM: 3.5 W OFF: 2.4 W
Audio memory backup
To save power when the unit is notto be used for a long time,
unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items
before using the unit again.
Information you enter into the unit's memory remains intact for up
to 2 weeks after the subwoofer's AC power supply cord is
disconnected.

Plug-in Auto Tuning
DVD/VCR
VCR
_F'tF3
POWER_/I CH vCH ^
After plugging the unit into your household AC outlet and pressing
[(_] to turn the unit on for the first time, the unitautomatically tunes
in all the channels it can receive and sets the crock.
The unit determines the type of transmission, TV or CATV, as
follows:
TV: when there are less than 5 CATV channels.
CATV: when there are 5 or more CATV channels.
Preparation
eConfirm that the antenna is connected correcfiy.
eTum on the television and select the video inputfor the VCR.
ePress [VCR] to put the remote control in VCR mode.
Press [_] to turn on the unit.
Plug-in Auto Tuning starts and the unit puts the stations itcan
receive into channels (-- page 43, Channel range).
The unitstarts auto clock setting when finished, then displays the
time.
If auto tuning stops partway (by changing the source, turning the
unit off, or due to a power failure.)
1 Disoonnect the AC power supply cord on the main unit and then
reconnect it.
2 Turn on the main unit.
To cancel partway
Press [MENU].
•To start Plug-in Auto Tuning again (after
relocation, for example)
Preparation
oPress [_] to turn on the unit.
eMake sure there is no video cassette tape toaded in the unit.
ePress [DVD/VCR] to select "VCR" as the source.
1 Press and hold [CH v ] and [CH ^ ] on the main unit
simultaneously for 3 seconds until the channel changes to "2".
Disappears --. 2
2 Disconnect the AC power supply cord on the main unit and then
reconnect it.
3 Turn on the main unit. Plug-in Auto Tuning restarts.
Antenna system and channel captions all revert to the
default values when you perform the procedure above.
Reset the timer recording settings. (If necessary reset the
clock first. -- page 42, CLOCK SET)
•To set the channels manually (" page 43).
•If the unit couldn't set the clock automatically
The MAN UAL CLOCK SET screen appears. Set the time manually
(-" page 42).

Operating the television
TV/VIDEO 2
--2
I<1< TV VOL-
IHIH TV VOL+
• CHA
•CHv
•"IV maker setting
You can control the television by entering the remote control code.
1
2
Refer the chart below for the code for
your television.
Aiming the remote control at the television
While pressing and holding [TV],
press the numbered buttons to enter
the code number.
•Example: To select 01, press [0] -. [1].
eThe remote control outputs the on/off signal. If the code is
correct, the equipment bJms on or off. If it doesn't, try
entehng another code.
m
elf 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.
•Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.
•TV operation
Operation
Power on/
standby
Remote control
TV mode
TVfideo switch
Selecting
channels
Adjusting
volume
Bu_ons
[_]
[TV]
• Switch the remote control mode to TV. Press
before doing TV operations, When in TV
mode, the [3_] button lights each time you
press an operation button.
[TV/VlDEO]
[A CH ^] [V CH v ] or numbered buttons
[1-9, 100, 0, _10/ENTER].
• [->10/ENTER] is used to confirm channel
selection on some televisions manufactured
by other companies.
[I<P< TVVOL ][IH_ TVVOL+]
Panasonic
G.E.
HITACHI
LXl
MITSUBISHI
: EC
PHILCO
01, 02
02, 03, 07, 09
PHILIPS 06
QUASAR 02
SANYO 14
SONY 04
SYMPHONIC 17
TOSHI_ 10,21
ZENITH '18, 20

DVD QUICK SETUP
Answer questions in the QUICK SETUP screen to make some
simple DVD settings.
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the video input for the DVD.
1
2
3
4
Press [DVD] to put the remote control
in DVD mode.
Press [_] to turn on the unit.
Press [DVD/VCR] to select "DVD" as
the source.
Press [SETUP] to show the menus.
Press [<, I_] to select "Others" tab.
5
6Press [A, T] to select "QUICK
SETUP" and press [ENTER].
7Press [A, Y] to select "Yes" and
press [ENTER].
8 Press [&, V] to select the item and
press [ENTER].
oMenu Language (=_page 31)
oAudio Language (=_page 31)
=Subtitle Language (.o page 31)
oTV Type (-, below)
oTV Aspect (,_ below)
9Press [ENTER] and then [SETUP] to
end the settings.
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
•TV Type
Select to suit the type of television.
• Standard (Direct View TV) (factory preset)
oCRT Projector
eLCD W/Projector
•Projection TV
• Plasma TV
•TV Aspect
Select "4:3" [regular) or "16:9" (widescreen) to suit your
television.
If you have a regular 4:3 television, you can also select how video
on some discs is shown (-, page 31, Video--TV Aspect).
e4:3 Pan&Scan (factory preset)
Widescreen software is expanded to fill the
screen of a 4:3 aspect television (unless
prohibited by the producer of the disc).
•4:3 Letterbox
Widescreen software is shown in the
letterbox style on a 4:3 aspect television.

buttons
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
I<14 _ ,< I_
II
ENTER
POSITION
MEMORY SUBTITLE
4
2PROGRESSIVE4 4
"STOP56
rm_ rmTamrmmz pz_l _[_ [_ _
To check whether progressive output Is on or off
Press [PROGR ESSIVE]:_t'pR ON" (on) or "PR OFF" (off) appears
on the display.
rter_
• The television will be disrupted for a moment but this is normal.
•Output from this unit is interlace if you have connected to the
television through VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminads,
irrespective of the setting.
• When progresshte output is on. dosed captions will not be
displayed.
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the video input for the DVD.
1 Press [DVD] to put the remote control
in DVD mode.
Press [_] to turn on the unit.
2
3Press [DVD/VCR] to select "DVD" as
the source.
The following indicator appears when you select DVD.
\1/
4
5
6
Press [SHIFT]+[OPEN/CLOSF_JEJ ECT]
to open the disc tray and place the disc.
olf the disc contains both audio data (WMA and MP3) and
JPEG, check "Mixed Disc_--Audio & Stills" in the SETUP
menu (-- page 31). Select "Stills (JPES)" or "Audio (MP3/
WMA)".
•Load double-sided discs so the label for _,1
the side you want to play is facing up.
Press [1_] (play).
The disc tray closes and play begins, it isnormal for sound
and pictures to take time to start.
_] _ (CD text only)
Track information appears on the television. Press
[SHIFT]+[SUBTITLE] to turn the display on or off.
Adjust the volume.
(Minimum) (Maximum)
Stop Press [11] (... page 19, Resume function).
Pause Press [I I].
Skip Press [I<1<] (backward) or [Hid ] (forward).
Group skip
Press [T] (backward) or [,&] (forward).
Search Press [_14] (backward) or [l_lb] (forward).
You can turn off the sound (-* page 31, Audio--Audio
during Search).
Slow While paused, press [<<1] (backward) or [1_1_]
(forward).
Frame- While paused, press [,] (backward) or [1_] (forward).
by- Press and hold to change in succession.
frame Or, press [I I] repeatedly for forward frame-by-frame.
Notes
•Press [1_] (PLAY) to restart play.
•The speed of search and slow-motion increases up to 5 steps.
When playing Video CDs
oYou cannot move backwards during slow-motion and frame-
by-frame,
opressing buttons to perform skip, search or slow-motion may
take you to a menu screen.
I_t_
RQT695t elf "_" appears on the television
The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

J When a menu on the television i
appears
l
Press [A, T, <1, I_] to select an item and
[ENTER] to confirm.
Or, press the numbered buttons.
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 23: [_10] ,b [2] m[3].
Press [TOP MENU] to show the top menu.
Press [MENU] to show a menu.
Press [RETURN] to show amenu.
_FT_
The disc continues to rotate while the menu is diap]ayed even after
you finish playing an item. Press JR] when you finish to preserve the
unit's motor and your television screen.
(When the elapsed play time is displayed)
During play
Press [POSITION MEMORY] to memorize a
position.
Press again to replace the position.
This position is saved even if you turn the unit off, change the source
or open the disc tray. When you turn the unit on, reselect DVD or
reinsert the disc whose position you memorized, %>" flashes on the
display. Press [1_] (play) to start play from the memorized position.
The position is cleared.
oYou can memorize positions on up to five different discs at a time.
When you memorize another position, the eadiest position is
replaced.
I Resume function ]
"D" flashes on the display when the unit has recorded the position at
which you stopped play.
Press [1_] (play) to start play from that position.
oThe position is cleared when you:
-Turn the unit off.
-Select another source.
-Open the disc tray.
• Press [11]to clear the position.
I Chapter Preview ]
The following message appears
immediately after you press [1_] (play)
when =D" is displayed.
Press [1_] (play) while the message is
displayed and the beginning portions of
each chapter up to the current one are played.
Full play resumes from the point where you pressed [HI or
[POSITION MEMORY].
(This feature works only within a title.)
If you do not press [1_] (play), the message disappears and play
starts from where you pressed [am]or [POSITION MEMORY].
RQT6_I

DVD
PAGE
buttons
I ,lvl,IfZ.
QUICK
CANCEL REPLAY
Skip back a few seconds within the current item (program, track or
title). Skip back a few pictures.
During play
Press [QUICK REPLAY].
m
This feature may not work while playing some parts of a disc or at all
with some discs.
r_n Wr_rn_w_ _
Press [GROUP].
e.g. FMP3__1_ R_ta| ]
Group numbe_Tr__
Track No. in group Total No. of tracks on disc
2Press [A, V] to select the group
number and press [ENTER].
3Press [A, V] to select the tracW
picture number and press [ENTER].
eYou can also select the group and track/picture number with
the numbered buttons.
• Playing all the groups in succession (-- page 25, All group
play)
ePlaying bonus groups
Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password screen appears
after selecting agroup, enter the password with the numbered
buttons. Refer also to the disc's jacket.
While a picture is displayed
1Press [OSD/DISPLAY] until the disc
information screen is displayed
(-_ page 29).
Angle
2 Press [4, I_] to select "Angle" and
press [_,, T] to select the rotation
angle.
The picture rotates ninety degrees each time you do this,
0,--_90_ 180_270
t
RQT6951
Press the numbered buttons.
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 23: [_10] -, [2] -- [3].
_][J_
Press the numbered buttons then press
[ENTER].
e.g. 123: [1] =* [2] -- {3] -* [ENTER].
• This works only when stopped with some discs,
eWhen playing DVD-Audio and you want to start play from a track in
a different group, select the group first (N right).
During play
Press [SHIFT]+[PAGE].
The page changes each time you do this.