Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Bt200 Operating Instructions

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Do not disconnect the video cable even if the below is connected. Some features may not be displayed.
Do not disconnect the video cable even if the below is connected. Some features may not be displayed.
Connections with a component video cable
≥Connect to terminals of the same color.
≥ Set “Black Level Control” to “Darker”. ( >37)
≥ Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal, while playing DVD-Video, the video output resolution is limited to “480p”.
≥ Be sure your TV supports at least 480p. Set “Component Video Resolution” to “480p”, “720p” or “1080i”. ( >39)
≥ Set “High Clarity Sound” in the on-screen menu to “Off” ( >36). (Otherwise, the video will not be output.)
To enjoy high definition/progressive video
≥Connect to a TV that supports 480p or higher.
≥ Set “Component Video Resolution” to “480p”, “720p” or “1080i”. ( >39)
≥ Set “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off”. ( >39) Otherwise, the video is output as 480i.
Connections with an HDMI cable
≥\BT303\ : Do not use any other HDMI cables except the supplied one.
≥ Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
≥ [BT300]  [BT200]  \BT203\ : Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is 
recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
Recommended part number:
RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m/3.3 ft), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m/6.6 ft), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), 
RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m/16.4 ft), etc.
≥ This unit incorporates HDMI (Deep Color, x.v.Color
TM, High Bit rate Audio) technology. ( >54, 55)
≥ When outputting 1080p signal ( >39, “HDMI Resolution”), please use HDMI cables 5.0 m (16.4 ft) or less.
NECESSARY SETTINGS
“HDMI Video Mode” : “On”/“HDMI Audio Output” : “Off” ( >39)
With this connection, you can use VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( >28).
To enjoy TV audio from this home theater system’s speakers
*1 You can enjoy the audio from your TV through this home theater system’s speakers by connecting to the “AUX(TV)” terminal or 
“OPTICAL 1(TV)” terminal. (> 27)
*2 This is the preferred connection for best sound and true surround sound.
This unit can decode the surround signals received from your TV. Refer to the operating instructions for the TV for the setting s 
necessary to output its audio from the digital audio output to your home theater system. Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be play ed 
with this connection.
– After making this connection, make settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment ( >27).
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTPR
PB
ANTEXTLOOPAMGND
ANT
LOOPVIDEO 
OUT OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)DIGITAL INFM ANT75Ω
OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(T
L
R
DIGITAL INCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
P
R
PB
SPEAKERS
+-
AV OUTR LCENTER3Ω3ΩWOOFERFRONT652
1R L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INVIDEO 
OUTCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
P
R
PB
VIDEO OUT)
(3ΩSUB-
L
R 
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL
OUTCOMPONENTVIDEO IN
Y
P
R
PB
AUX(TV)
OPTICAL 1(TV)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Optical digital 
audio cable*1,2
(not included)
TV
Audio cable*
1
(not included)
The optical digital audio 
cable can be used when 
connecting to televisions 
with optical out terminals 
( right).
Main unit Component 
Video cable 
(not included)
NOTE
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1[BT303] HDMI cable
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTPR
PB
ANTEXTLOOPAMGND
ANT
LOOPVIDEO 
OUT OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(T
L
R
DIGITAL INCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
P
R
PB
SPEAKERS
-AV OUTRLCENTER3Ω3ΩWOOFERFRONT652
1R L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INVIDEO 
OUTVIDEO OUTAV OUT
+
FM ANT 75Ω3Ω)
(WOOFER
SUB-
OPTICAL
OUTAV  I NL
R 
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL 1(TV)
AUX(TV)
HDMI AV  OUT
Optical digital 
audio cable*1,2
(not included)
Audio cable*
1
(not included)
The optical digital audio 
cable can be used when 
connecting to televisions 
with optical out terminals 
( right).
Main unit
HDMI cable 
(only included 
with SC-BT303)
HDMI
compatible TV
NOTE
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Connections to a Set Top Box, etc.
Use the following connections when you want to output the original surround audio from your Set Top Box, cable TV, VCR, DVD recorder, etc. 
through this unit’s speakers.
≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
≥ Turn off all equipment before connection.
L
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
P
R
PB
SPEAKERS
+-
ANTEXTLOOPAMAV OUTR LCENTER3Ω3ΩWOOFERFRONT652
1GND
ANT
LOOPR
L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INTRANSMITTERDIGITAL
VIDEO 
OUT OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)DIGITAL INFM ANT75Ω)
(3ΩSUB-
TRANSMITTERDIGITALPUSH
PUSH
OPTICAL
OUT
OPTICAL 2(STB)
TV
Optical digital 
audio cable
(not included)
STB, VCR, DVD recorder, etc.
Refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices 
for the optimal connections.
Main unit
≥ This unit can decode the surround signal from the Set Top Box (Satellite receiver, Cable box, etc.).
Press [EXT-IN] several times to select “D-IN 2” (DIGITAL IN 2*).
* “(CABLE/SAT)” is displayed next to DIGITAL IN 2 when set for CABLE/SAT AUDIO  input. (>28, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link 
“HDAVI Control”)
≥ For connections between this unit and the TV, refer to “TV connections”. ( >10, 11)
≥ If you have various sound sources and this unit’s terminals are not sufficient, connect them to the available inputs on the TV  and the 
TV output should then be connected to the “AUX(TV)” or “OPTICAL 1(TV)” terminal of the main unit.
Refer to the operating instructions of the TV, video cassette recorder, DVD recorder or Set Top Box for settings to output its  audio via 
AUDIO OUT or OPTICAL OUT terminal of the TV.
– In some cases the audio signal will only be output as 2ch audio from the TV. In this case, connect the Set Top Box (Satellite  receiver, Cable box, etc.) that will be used most commonly with multi-channel audio to this unit’s “OPTICAL IN 2(STB)” terminal .
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Radio antenna connections
≥Keep loose antenna cables away from other wires and cables.
Use outdoor antenna if FM/AM radio reception is poor.
≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)
L
R
DIGITAL INCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUTVIDEO  OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
P
R
PB
SPEAKERS
+-
FM ANT ANTEXTLOOPAM
75ΩAV OUTR
LCENTER3Ω3ΩWOOFERFRONT652
1GND
ANT
LOOPR
L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INTRANSMITTERDIGITAL
)
(3ΩSUB-
TRANSMITTERDIGITALPUSH
PUSH
Main unit
Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna (optional)
FM Indoor antenna
AM loop antenna1
AM ANT
FM ANTEXT
LOOP75
LOOP ANT  GND
Red
White
Black
Main unit
Push!
Adhesive
tape
FM indoor antenna  (included)
Affix this end of the antenna 
where reception is best. AM loop antenna 
(included)
Stand the antenna up on its base.
Place the antenna where reception is best.
Click!
1
Use a Phillips-head 
screwdriver, etc. 
(not included)
Do not screw too tightly.
AM ANT
FM ANTEXT
LOOP75
LOOP ANT  GND

 
e.g.Antenna plug
 (not included)
*
 Rework your outdoor antenna's 75  \b  coaxial cable as follows.
Peel back
7 mm (
9/32)


10 mm (
13/32)
10 mm (
13/32) 
Remove a piece of the 
outer vinyl insulator. Carefully pull the tabs 
apart to remove the cover. Install the coaxial cable.
Clamp the cable conductor, 
and wind it on so that it does 
not contact anything else. Attach the cover.
Clamp with pliers
75 
\b coaxial cable*
(not included)
FM outdoor antenna
[Using a TV antenna (not included)]
The antenna should be installed by a 
competent technician.
AM outdoor antenna
[Using a vinyl wire (not included)]
Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally 
across a window or other convenient 
location.
Leave the AM loop 
antenna connected.
Main unit
5 m to 12 m
(16 ft to 39 ft)
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Broadband Network Connections
AC power supply cord connection
≥Before turning the power on for the first time, be sure to read the preparations for SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP. ( >15)
The following services can be used when this unit is connected to the internet via a broadband connection.
≥
Firmware can be updated ( >32)
≥ You can enjoy the BD-Live ( >22)
≥ You can enjoy the VIERA CAST ( >32)
≥Use shielded LAN cables when connecting to peripheral devices.
≥ With installation where your broadband modem is connected directly to your PC, a router must be installed.
≥ Use a router that supports 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.
≥ In case all available connection on your router is being used, a hub or switch can be installed to provide additional connectio ns.
≥ When operating the VIERA CAST, use high-speed internet service no less than 1.5 Mbps for SD (Standard Definition) and 6 Mbps fo r 
HD (High Definition) picture quality by your local broadband company.
– If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be displayed correctly.
≥ After physically connecting this unit to your broadband connection, some configuration is required. ( >33)
≥ Inserting any cable other than a LAN cable in the LAN terminal can damage the unit.
Main unit
+OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)
L
R
DIGITAL INCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
P
R
PB
SPEAKERS
-ANTEXTLOOPAMAV OUTRLCENTER3Ω3ΩWOOFERFRONT652
1GND
ANT
LOOPR
L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INTRANSMITTERDIGITAL
VIDEO 
OUTVIDEO OUTAV OUTFM ANT 75Ω3ΩSUB-)
(TRANSMITTERDIGITALPUSH
PUSH
LAN
Straight LAN cable (not included)
Internet
Broadband router, etc.
Telecommunications equipment 
(modem, etc.)
NOTE
1AC power supply cord
[For[the[U.S.A.[and[Canada[  Power plug adaptor
[For[units[with[PX[printed[on[the[packaging[If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet, 
use the power plug adaptor (included). 
If it still doesn't fit, contact an electrical parts 
distributor for assistance.
Main unit
OPTICAL
2(STB) 1(TV)
L
R
DIGITAL INCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
AUX(TV)
PRPBSPEAKERS
+-
FM ANT ANTEXTLOOPAM
75ΩAV OUT)
(R
LCENTER3Ω3Ω3ΩWOOFERSUB-FRONT6
52
1GNDANT
LOOPR
L3ΩSURROUND4
3R L3ΩSURROUND BACK8
7AC INTRANSMITTERDIGITALVIDEO 
OUTCOMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PRPB
VIDEO OUT
1AC power supply cord (included)             
To a household AC outlet
110127V 220240V
VOLT ADJ[For[units[with[PX[printed[on[the[
[packaging[
Before connecting the AC power supply cord;
[For[units[with[PX[printed[on[the[
[packaging[
The AC IN terminal is 
not polarized.
Set the voltage.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to
move the voltage selector to the appropriate
position for the area in which this system is
used.
110127V220240VVOLT ADJ
[For[the[U.S.A.[and[Canada[
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
[For[units[with[PX[printed[on[the[packaging[
(AC 110 V to 127 V, 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz)
Connect only after all other connections are complete.
Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of AC power, even when it is turned off (
[For[the[U.S.A.[and[Canada[ approx. 0.2 W, 
[For[units[with[PX[printed[on[the[packaging[  approx. 0.3 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from 
the household AC outlet.
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the main unit.
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SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP
The SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen assists you to make the necessary settings.When the system is switched on for the first time, the SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen for the basic settings is displayed automatically. 
Follow the on-screen prompts to make basic settings for the system.
[BT300]  \BT303 [BT200]:
 SMART SETUP \BT203\: EASY SETUP 
[BT300]  \BT303 [BT200]: PreparationTo optimize the surround sound experience we recommend that you 
setup the speaker output level using the Auto speaker setup function.
≥Place the Auto speaker setup microphone at the actual seating 
position. (At ear level when seated.)
≥ A test signal is output from each speaker during the SMART SETUP.
≥ After the SMART SETUP is completed, unplug the Auto speaker 
setup microphone and keep it for future use.
PreparationTurn on your TV and select the appropriate video input mode (e.g., 
VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connections to this unit.
≥To change your TV’s video input mode, refer to its operating 
instructions.
≥ This remote control can perform some basic TV operations ( >5).
1 Press [ Í].≥When the SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen appears 
automatically, skip step 2 and 3.
2 Press  [BD/SD]  to select “ BD/DVD”.
3 Press [SMART SETUP] (or [EASY SETUP]) on 
the main unit.
≥The SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen appears.4 Follow the on-screen instructions and make the 
settings with [ 3,4,2,1 ] and [OK].
≥Language  (> below)
Select the language used on menu screen.
≥ TV Aspect  (> below)
Select the aspect to suit your TV and preference.
≥ Speaker position
Specify the positioning of the surround and surround back 
speakers.
≥ [BT300]  \BT303 [BT200]: Auto Speaker Setup
Adjust the speaker output level automatically
≥ [BT203] : Speaker check
Check if the connection to each speaker is valid.
≥ Speaker Output
Make surround sound setting for speaker output.
≥ TV Audio
Select the audio input connection from your TV.
For AUX connection ( >10): Select “AUX”.
For OPTICAL DIGITAL IN connection ( >10): 
Select “DIGITAL IN 1”.
This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI 
Control”. ( >28)
To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN].
5 Press [OK] to finish the SMART SETUP / EASY 
SETUP.
Keep as quiet as possible during the Auto speaker setup. Loud 
voices, air-conditioning noise, or excessive wind may lead to 
incorrect settings. The speakers output loud test signals during 
setup.
≥Auto speaker setup can be activated through SMART 
SETUP only.
≥ Audio settings will be restored to default if the Auto 
speaker setup is canceled.
1Auto speaker setup microphone
1
NOTE
Basic settings for the system
RETURN
OK
BD/SD
RETURN
BD/SD
OK
TUNESELECTOR
SETUP MICSD CARD
[BT300] [BT303] [BT200]: SMART SETUP
[BT203]: EASY SETUP
≥If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 3 (or later)” compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language and TV aspect 
information will be retrieved via VIERA Link.
≥ If this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 2” compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu language information will be retrieved vi a 
VIERA Link.
≥ Even if this unit is connected to a “HDAVI Control 2 (or later)” compatible TV via HDMI cable, the menu screen language will not  be 
automatically retrieved if this unit does not support the language. In this case, set the language manually.
≥ Settings in the SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP can also be changed in the player settings [e.g., language, TV aspect and speaker 
level ( >37)].
≥ Positioning examples for mounting all speakers in front. ( >8)
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Showing START menu
Some functions of this unit can be operated from the START menu.
1Press [ Í] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [START].
≥Items displayed vary according to the chosen selector and media.3 Press [ 3,4] to select the item and press [OK].
ItemsFunctions
Playback DISC
Playback Starts playing disc/SD Card.
Top Menu Shows the disc top menu.
Menu Shows the media menu.
To play AVCHD (>21)
To play MPEG2 ( >21)
To play MP3, CD ( >25)
To play JPEG ( >23)
Shows the iPod menu.
To play “Music” ( >31)
To play “Videos” ( >31)
To play “All (iPod display)” ( >31)
For “Playback Mode” ( >31)
Network Display Home screen of VIERA CAST ( >32)
Input Select Select the source.
BD/DVD/CD:
To play BD-Video, DVD-Video, AVCHD 
(> 19 to 22)
To play JPEG ( >23)
To play MP3, CD ( >25)
SD card :
To play AVCHD ( >21)
To play MPEG2 ( >21)
To play JPEG ( >23)
iPod:
To play iPod contents ( >31)
FM:
To enjoy the FM radio ( >26)
AM:
To enjoy the AM radio ( >26)
AUX (TV) *
1:
To enjoy TV broadcasts with this unit’s speakers ( >27)
DIGITAL IN 1 (TV) *
1:
To enjoy TV broadcasts with this unit’s speakers ( >27)
DIGITAL IN 2 (CABLE/SAT) *
2:
To enjoy audio from other devices with this unit’s speakers ( >27)
*1 “(TV)” is displayed next to items set for TV AUDIO input. ( >28, 
Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”)
*2 “(CABLE/SAT)” is displayed next to DIGITAL IN 2 when set for  CABLE/SAT AUDIO  input. (>28, Setting the TV audio for VIERA 
Link “HDAVI Control”)
Sound(Equalizer) Flat: Cancel (no effect is added).
Heavy:
Adds punch to rock.
Clear:
Clarifies higher sounds.
Soft:
For background music.
Other Functions Setup: You can change the unit’s settings using Setup menu ( >37).
Card Management: Formatting SD cards/Deleting data ( >22)
Playlists: You can play playlists created on DVD-VR.
Press [ 3,4,2, 1] to select the playlist and press [OK].
OK
START
OK
START
Menu
OKRETURN
Other Functions
Playback DISCTo p  M e n u
Home theater START
BD-Video
Input SelectSound(Equalizer)
Network
e.g., [BD-V]
OKRETURN
DIGITAL IN 1
BD/DVD/CDSD card
Home theater STARTInput Select
BD-Video
DIGITAL IN 2
iPod
AMFM
AUX (TV)
SD
e.g.,  [BD-V]
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Selecting the playback source
Selecting the source from the START menu
You can select sound modes, desired source, or access playback/menus by using 
the START menu.
1Press [ Í] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [START] to show the START menu.
3 Press [ 3,4 ] to select the item and then 
press  [OK].
≥To exit press [START].4 Press [ 3,4 ] to make the setting.
When “Input Select” is selectedYou can select a desired source from the menu.
≥BD/DVD/CD, SD card, iPod, FM, AM, AUX*1, DIGITAL IN 1*1, 
DIGITAL IN 2*2 ( > 16)
*1 “(TV)” is displayed next to items set for TV AUDIO input. 
(> 28, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link “HDAVI 
Control”)
*2 “(CABLE/SAT)” is displayed next to DIGITAL IN 2 when set  for CABLE/SAT AUDIO  input. (>28, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link 
“HDAVI Control”)
When a disc is loaded or a SD card is inserted, you can also access playback or 
menus from the START menu.
e.g.,  [BD-V]
Selecting the source with the remote control
Press To select
BD/DVD/CD or SD ( >19)
IPOD (iPod) ( >30)
Each time you press the button:FM ( >26)
AM ( >26)
AUX
*1:  For audio input through the AUX terminal.  (> 27)
D-IN1 (DIGITAL IN 1*1): (> 27)
D-IN2 (DIGITAL IN 2*2): (> 27)*1 “(TV)” is displayed next to items set for TV AUDIO input. 
(> 28, Setting the TV audio for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”)
*2 “(CABLE/SAT)” is displayed next to DIGITAL IN 2 when set  for CABLE/SAT AUDIO  input. (>28, Setting the TV audio for 
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”)
Press [SELECTOR] on the main unit to select source from the main unit.
≥ Confirm the audio connection to the AUX or OPTICAL DIGITAL IN 
terminals on the main unit when you select the corresponding sources. 
(> 10 to 12)
≥ Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the 
volume of the main unit.
OK
BD/SDiPodEXT-INRADIO
START
TUNESELECTOR
SETUP MICSD CARDTUNESELECTOR
SELECTOR
TUNESELECTOR
SETUP MICSD CARDSELECTOR
SELECTOR
OK
RADIO/EXT-IN
BD/SD
iPod
START
SELECTOR
OKRETURN
Home theaterSTART
No Disc
Input Select
Network
Other Functions
Sound(Equalizer)
Menu
OKRETURN
Other Functions
Playback DISCTo p  M e n u
Home theater START
BD-Video
Input SelectSound(Equalizer)
Network
Playback/menu access
BD/SD
iPod
EXT-INRADIO
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Enjoying sound from all speakers and 
various sound effects
≥The following sound effects/modes may not be available or have no effect with some sources, or when headphones are used ( >19).
≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects/modes are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn  the sound 
effects/modes off.
Press [SURROUND] several times to select the effect.≥ You can also press [SURROUND] and then [ 3,4] to select the 
mode.
≥ The selected effect will only be displayed on the main unit.
When selecting the MANUAL effects.While “MANUAL” is displayedPress [ 2,1] and select the desired effect.
≥“N OT CO NDITIO NAL ” is displayed on the main unit if the setting is 
not active.
≥ “DOLBY PL II MOVIE” and “DOLBY PL II MUSIC” do not work when 
audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
1 Press [SOUND] several times to select the mode.≥You can also press [SOUND] and then [ 3,4 ] to select the 
mode.
≥ The selected effect will only be displayed on the main unit.
2While the selected mode is displayed
Press [ 2,1] and select the desired setting.
1 Press and hold [–CH SELECT] for 3 seconds to 
activate the speaker setting mode.
2 Press [–CH SELECT] several times to select the 
speaker.
Each time you press the button:
LR—)  C_)  RS_)  RB_)  LB_)  LS_)  SW
^"""""""""""""""""""""""""""""b
L R: Front speaker (left and right)
C: Center speaker
RS: Surround speaker (right)
RB: Surround back speaker (right)
LB: Surround back speaker (left)
LS: Surround speaker (left)
SW: Subwoofer
≥ The channels not included in the playing audio will not be 
displayed (subwoofer is displayed even if it is not included).
(When “L R” is selected)
3 Press [ 2,1] to adjust the balance of the front 
speakers.
(When other speakers are selected)
4 Press [ 3] (increase) or [ 4] (decrease) to adjust 
the speaker level for each speaker.
s 6 dB to r 6 dB
Enjoying surround sound effects
Available surround sound effects
Effect Setting
STANDARD: Sound is output as it was recorded/encoded.
Speaker output varies depending on the source.
MULTI-CH: You can enjoy sound from the front speakers, as 
well as the surround, surround back speakers even 
when playing a 2-channel sound or non-surround 
sound.
MANUAL: – DOLBY PL II MOVIE: Suitable for movie software, or the one recorded 
in Dolby Surround.
≥Audio is not output from the surround back 
speakers.
– DOLBY PL II MUSIC: Adds 5.1-channel effects to stereo sources.
≥Audio is not output from the surround back 
speakers.
– S.SURROUND: You can enjoy sound from all speakers with 
stereo sources.
– 2CH STEREO: You can play any source in stereo. Sound will be 
output to the front speakers and the subwoofer 
only.
OK
SOUNDSURROUND
-CH SELECT-CH SELECT
SURROUND SOUND
OK
Changing the sound modes
Available sound modes
Mode
Setting
EQ:
(Equalizer) You can select sound quality settings.
–
FLAT (Flat): Cancel (no effect is added).
– HEAVY (Heavy): Adds punch to rock.
– CLEAR (Clear): Clarifies higher sounds.
– SOFT (Soft): For background music.
SUB W:
(Subwoofer 
level) This unit will change the settings for the amount of 
bass depending on the source.
However you can also adjust the amount of bass for 
the source being played.
– 1 (Weakest effect)
–2
–3
– 4 (Strongest effect)
The setting you make is retained, and recalled 
every time you play the same type of source.
CF:
(Center 
Focus) (Effective when playing audio containing center 
channel sound.)
You can make the sound of the center speaker 
seem like it is coming from within the TV.
–ON
–OFF
W. S . :
(Whisper-
mode 
Surround) (Effective when playing video with 5.1/7.1ch 
audio)
You can enhance the surround effect for low volume 
5.1/7.1-channel sound.
(Convenient for late night viewing.)
–ON
–OFF
Adjusting speaker level during play
Adjusting the balance of the front speakers
Adjusting the speaker level
Getting started 
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Basic operations
∫To adjust the volume.
It is also possible to adjust the volume with the volume knob on the 
main unit.
∫To mute the sound.
Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in these operating instructions.
PreparationTurn on the TV and select the appropriate video input on the TV.
1 Press [ Í] to turn on the unit.
2 Insert the media. ( Bsee above)
Play starts.
≥If play does not start, press [ 1PLAY].
≥ If a media with data in different file formats is inserted, the file selection menu is displayed. Press [ 3,4] to select the desired file format 
and press [OK].
≥ If a menu is displayed, press [ 3,4,2,1] to select the item and press [OK].
≥ If the screen prompting you to use the color buttons appears, continue to operate with the color buttons on the remote control.
VOLUME
SURROUND OUTPUT
TUNESELECTOR
SETUP MICSD CARD
SELECTOR
Stop Play
,VOLUME
Skip/Search/Slow-motion
SD CARD
Headphones
 (not included)
Headphone plug type:  ‰3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo mini plug
≥ Reduce the volume before connecting.
≥ Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo.
≥ To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.Label facing up
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Other operations during play (These functions may not work depending on the media.)
Stop
The stopped position is memorized.
Resume play function
Press [1PLAY] to restart from this position.
≥ The position is cleared if the tray is opened or you press [ ∫STOP] 
several times to display “STOP” on unit’s display.
≥ [BD-V]  : On BD-Video discs including BD-J ( >54), the resume 
play function does not work.
≥ [CD]  [MP3]  [MPEG2]  : The position is cleared if the unit is turned off.
Pause
≥Press [ ;PAUSE] again or [ 1PLAY] to restart play.
Search/Slow-motion
The speed increases up to 5 steps.
≥Press [ 1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.
≥ For some discs, the speed may not change.
Search
While playing, press [SEARCH 6] or [SEARCH 5].
≥ [BD-V] [AVCHD]  [DVD-VR]  [DVD-V] :
Audio is heard during first level of forward search.
≥ [MPEG2]  : Audio is not heard during all levels of search.
≥ [CD]  [MP3]  : The speed is fixed to a single step.
Slow-motion
While paused, press [SEARCH 6] or [SEARCH 5].
≥ [BD-V] [AVCHD]  : Forward direction [SEARCH 5] only.
≥ [DVD-VR] :If continued for approx. 5 minutes, slow-motion play 
pauses automatically.
Skip
Skip to the title, chapter or track you want to play.
≥Each press increases the number of skips.
OK
AUDIO
VOL
STOP
SEARCH
SKIPSLOWSKIP
PLAY
PA U S E
SEARCH
OK
MUTE
POP-UP MENU
START
 TOP MENU
DIRECT NAVIGATOR
-SLEEPSTATUS
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Direct Play
During playback, you can access specific recordings or scenes 
through direct entry of the numbered buttons.
Play starts from the selected title or chapter.
[BD-V] [AVCHD]
e.g., 5: [0] B [0]  B [5]
15: [0]  B [1]  B [5] [DVD-V]
e.g., 5: [0] 
B [5]
15: [1]  B [5]
≥ While stopped (the image on the right is 
displayed on the screen), the title is designated. 
While playing, the chapter is designated.
Frame-by-frame
While paused, press [ 2] (2; ) or [ 1] (;1 ).
Each press shows the next frame.
≥ Press and hold to change in succession forward or backward.
≥ Press [ 1PLAY] to revert to normal playback speed.
≥ [BD-V] [AVCHD]  : Forward  direction [ 1] (;1 ) only.
Changing audio during play
[BD-V] [AVCHD]  [DVD-V]
You can change the audio channel number each time you press the 
button. This allows you to change the soundtrack language ( >35, 
Soundtrack), etc.
[BD-V]
When “BD-Video Secondary Audio” ( >38) is set to “On”, Dolby 
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD 
High Resolution Audio are output as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital 
Surround regardless of this setting.
[DVD-VR] [MPEG2]
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Chapter playback [DVD-VR]
1 Insert a disc ( >19).
2 While “Title View” screen is displayed
Press [ 3,4] to select the title and press [SUB MENU].
3 Press [ 3,4] to select “View Chapters” and press [OK].
4 Press [ 2,1] to select the chapter and press [OK].
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AUDIO
English is selected
Soundtrack1 ENGDigital  3/2.1ch
e.g., [DVD-V]
PlayDVD-RAM(VR)
AudioLR“AudioLR” is 
selected
Properties
View Chapters
To Picture
To display the title properties 
(recording date, etc.)
 Playing still pictures ( >23)
To select the chapter
Playback
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