Panasonic SHFX71 - WIRELESS SYSTEM User manual

until
2010/01/19
ERQTX1131-B
Designed for Panasonic Home Theater Sound Systems that
are compatible with the SH-FX71.
Operating Instructions
Wireless System
Model No. SH-FX71
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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum
performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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.
≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK);
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment
and easily accessible.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain
readily operable.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC
Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC
receptacle.
This product may receive radio interference caused by
mobile telephones during use. If such interference is
apparent, please increase separation between the
product and the mobile telephone.
CAUTION!
≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND
ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT
THE VENTILATION VENTS.
≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES,
SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom
of unit.
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For the United Kingdom)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug
for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark Ïor the BSI mark Ìon the body of
the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that
it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local
dealer.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as
stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or
Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or
Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER
E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL ÓOR COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains
plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and
follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1 Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2 Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF
THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE
SOCKET.
Figure A Figure B Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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Accessories
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Accessories
∏1 Digital transmitter (RFAX1012)
∏AC mains lead
For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other
equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment
with this unit.
[Continental[Europe[ [United[Kingdom[
(K2CA2CA00007) (K2CZ3YY00005)
∏2 speaker cables
[REEX0992 (Blue), REEX0993 (Grey)]
[For[the[United[Kingdom[and[Republic[of[Ireland[
∫Sales and Support Information
Customer Care Centre
≥For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852
≥For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333
≥Visit our website for product information
www.panasonic.co.uk
≥E-mail: customer[email protected]
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
≥For customers: 0844 844 3856
≥Order accessory and consumable items for your product with
ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Care Centre
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm
(Excluding public holidays).
≥Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application at www.pas-europe.com.
≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
≥It couldn’t be simpler!
≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide
range of finished products, take a browse on our website for
further details.
Interested in purchasing an extended guarantee?
Please call 0870 240 6284 or visit our website
www.panasonic.co.uk/guarantee.
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
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Control reference guide / Table of contents
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Control reference guide
∫Top of the main unit
∫Rear of the main unit
[Note]
≥Place the main unit in a horizontal position with the top panel
facing upward.
≥
To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around
the main unit, position it with at least 5 cm of space on all sides.
WIRELESS LINK
WIRELESS LINK indicator (B9)
Unit on/off button
(B9)
Surround selector
(B8) I/D SET button (B10) AC IN (B8)
Speaker terminals (B8)
Table of contents
Introduction
Caution for AC Mains Lead...........................................3
Accessories ..................................................................4
Control reference guide ................................................5
Use
Setup ............................................................................6
Connections................................................................7
Making the wireless link..............................................9
Using the surround back speakers ...........................10
Reference
Safety precautions ......................................................11
Troubleshooting guide ................................................11
Specifications..............................................................12
Maintenance ...............................................................12
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Setup
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Setup
Preparation
≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the
appropriate operating instructions.
≥Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are
complete.
[Note]
≥Do not use the wireless system and digital transmitter inside a
metal cabinet or bookshelf.
≥Do not attempt to connect any extra surround speakers to the
home theater unit.
≥Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m from the
home theater unit.
∫Wireless setup diagram
e.g. 5.1ch
LS: Surround (left), RS: Surround (right)
≥Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating position.
The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if
any of these other devices interfere with its communication.
When this happens, the wireless link indicator (“ [W] ” or an
indicator) flashes on the home theater unit, and there will be a
brief audio interruption coming from the surround speakers.
This is the normal operation of the product working to assure
the best possible performance of your home theater unit.
If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to
another location outside the range of the wireless system, or
move the wireless system nearer to your home theater unit.
Wireless LAN:
approx. 2 m
Cordless phone and
other electronic
devices: approx. 2 m
Wireless
system
To avoid interference, maintain the following distances
between the wireless system and other electronic
devices that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz
band).
e.g.
Surround speaker cables (included)
Surround speakers are not included.
Wireless system
Home theater unit
(with the digital
transmitter)
Seating
position
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e.g. 7.1ch (Using two units of the wireless system)
This placement offers 7.1-channel playback. Your home theater
unit must be capable of 7.1-channel playback.
LS: Surround (left), RS: Surround (right)
≥Place on the side of the seating position.
LB§: Surround back (left), RB§: Surround back (right)
≥Place behind the seating position, about 1 m higher than ear
level.
§LB or SBL RB or SBR
∫Digital transmitter
Refer also to the operating instructions for your home
theater unit.
(Continued on next page)
LS
LB RB
RS
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Surround speaker cables (included)
Surround speakers and surround back speakers are not
included.
Wireless system
Home theater unit
(with the digital
transmitter)
Seating position
Wireless system
Connections
Do not insert or remove while the home theater unit
is on.
P
ND
DIGITAL TRANSMITTER
Digital transmitter (included)
Insert fully until you hear a
click.
e.g.
Rear of the home theater
unit
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Setup
∫Wireless system
Preparation
If the surround speaker cables (with a blue connector and a grey connector) have already been connected, disconnect
the surround speaker cables from your home theater unit.
Connections
∫AC mains lead
SPEAKERS
ENCEINTES
LS / RB LB / RS
SURR I/D SET
AC IN
SURROUND (3– 6 )
AMBIOPHONIQUES
L
SIDE R SIDE
SURR
L
SIDE R
SIDE
SURR
L
SIDE
R
SIDE
Surround
selector
Connecting the speakers to the wireless system
Connect to terminals of the same colour.
Insert fully.
Speaker cable
For 5.1ch connection
SURROUND (LS): Blue
SURROUND (RS): Grey
For 7.1ch connection
SURROUND (LS): Blue
SURROUND BACK (LB): Grey
SURROUND (RS): Grey
SURROUND BACK (RB): Blue
Selector setting for the
left and right speakers
Selector setting for the
left speakers
Selector setting for the
right speakers
Impedance: 3 ≠to 6 ≠
Speaker input power: 100 W (min)
To household mains
socket
AC mains lead (included)
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Do not use any other AC mains lead
except the supplied one.
[For[the[United[Kingdom[
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR
THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE
CONNECTION.
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≥Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit.
≥When you enjoy 7.1-channel playback, refer also to “Using the surround back speakers” (B10).
Conserving power
The wireless system consumes a small amount of power,
even when it is off (approx. 0.3 W). To save power when
the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from
the household mains socket.
Making the wireless link
1Turn on the wireless system.
WIRELESS LINK
Unit on/off button [CI, BÍ]
Use this button to turn the unit on and off.
CI: The unit is on. BÍ: The unit is off.
WIRELESS LINK indicator
Red: The unit is on and the wireless link is
deactivated.
Green: The unit is on and the wireless link is
activated.
2Turn on your home theater unit.
The wireless link indicator on your home theater unit
will be turned on.
≥ The type of the indicator varies according to the
home theater unit.
3Start play on the home theater unit.
SLP ST CT
W
≥ If the indicator is flashing, refer to
Troubleshooting guide (
B 11).
e.g. Display on the home theater unit
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Setup
By using 2 sets of SH-FX71, you can enjoy 7.1-channel
playback, making the surround speakers and surround back
speakers wireless (B7).
≥Keep the digital transmitter of the additional wireless system
for later use.
∫Pairing
Preparation
≥Make sure to connect the AC mains lead of the additional
wireless system.
≥Turn on the home theater unit and reduce the volume.
[Note]
≥If you should change the digital transmitter card, repeat the
pairing steps using the new digital transmitter.
≥SH-FX71 cannot be used with SH-FX65, SH-FX67 or
SH-FX70.
Using the surround back speakers
Use only a digital transmitter supplied with the SH-FX71.
Wireless system is originally paired to work with the
digital transmitter that comes along with it. For the digital
transmitter to work with the additional wireless system,
pairing is necessary.
Pairing is necessary.
Wireless system
Home theater unit
Additional wireless system
e.g. After pairing
1 Turn on the additional wireless system.
2 While pressing the stop button (e.g. [∫]) on the home theater
unit, press the numbered button [2] on the remote control
until “P” lights in the home theater unit’s display.
3 While “P” is displayed, press
[I/D SET] on the rear of the
additional wireless system.
≥The indicator on the
additional wireless system
turns green.
≥If “P” goes off before you
press [I/D SET], repeat
step 2 and then continue
the procedure.
4 While pressing the stop button on the home theater unit,
press the numbered button [2] on the remote control.
5 Turn off and on the additional wireless system.
≥Make sure the indicator on the additional wireless system
lights up green.

Use a pointed object.
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