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.
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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:
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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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(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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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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