Panasonic Bluray Disc Home Theater Sound System Sc Btt196 Owners Manual

							Playback
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Preparation
Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT 
terminal of this unit using a High Speed HDMI 
Cable. (>12)
≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
≥ Play back following the instructions displayed 
on the screen.
≥ 3D Settings ( >31, 33)
	≥Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel 
well or are experiencing visual fatigue.
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or other 
discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use and rest 
your eyes.
≥3D images may not output as settings of “HDMI 
Resolution” and “24p Output”. ( >32)
≥When playing back 3D photos from “Photos” screen, select 
from the “3D” list. (Still pictures in “2D” are played back in 2D.)
If “2D” and “3D” indications are not displayed, press [R] to 
switch the view of playback contents.
With “BD-Live” discs, you can enjoy bonus 
contents that use Internet access.
For this BD-Live function, insertion of an SD card 
is necessary along with Internet connection.
1Perform network connection and settings. 
(>14, 15)
2Insert an SD card with 1 GB or more free space.
≥ The SD card is used as the local storage.
3Insert the disc.
∫ Deleting data/Formatting SD 
cards
Select “SD Card Management” in the Home 
menu ( >18), then select “BD-Video Data 
Erase” or “Format SD Card” and press [OK].
	≥ The usable functions and the operating method may vary 
with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc 
and/or visit their website.
≥ “BD-Live Internet Access” may need to be changed for 
certain discs ( >35).
Play a slideshow of photos and make various 
settings during the playback.
1Insert the media.
2Select “Photos”.
3Select an item and press [G].
The following items can be set.
	≥Still pictures displayed as “ ” cannot be played back 
with this unit.
≥When a music CD, a USB device with music recorded, and an 
iPod/iPhone are inserted/connected to this unit, iPod/iPhone 
has priority to played back as background music.
Enjoying 3D video and 
photos
Enjoying BD-Live
Slideshow
Start 
SlideshowStart the slideshow.
You can display still pictures in 
the selected folder one by one at 
a constant interval.
Display 
IntervalChange the display interval.
Transition 
EffectSelect the effect when sliding 
pictures.
Repeat PlaySet whether to repeat the 
slideshow.
Soundtrack
Set whether to play background 
music.
≥You can select the soundtrack 
from USB device, Music CD 
and iPod/iPhone.
≥ Some media cannot be 
selected as the source 
depending on the case.
Soundtrack 
FolderSelect the folder from which the 
music files are played.
Random 
SoundtrackBackground music is played in 
random order.
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Using the iPod/iPhone
Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of December 2011)≥Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest 
software before using this unit.
≥ Compatibility depends on the software version 
of your iPod/iPhone.
≥ iPod/iPhone compatibility assures music 
playback and battery charge functions of this 
unit as a home theater system.
	≥ In some locations, reception status of an iPhone may be 
poor when it is loaded on this unit.
≥When the iPhone receives a call while connected to this unit, 
playback, etc. of the iPhone may stop.
To prioritize the operation with the iPhone connected to this unit, 
make the setting so that the iPhone does not receive calls.
≥Avoid using Wi-Fi mode on your iPhone while the network 
functions on this unit are in use wirelessly.
About recharging the battery
≥ iPod/iPhone will not be recharged after the battery charge 
completion.
≥ iPod/iPhone will start recharging when this unit is on.
Preparation
≥Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of 
the main unit to its minimum.
1Connect the iPod/iPhone.
To purchase a Dock Connector to USB Cable, 
consult your iPod/iPhone dealer.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “iPod” and press [OK].
3Select the item to play.
≥Repeat this procedure if necessary.
Album artwork
≥If album artwork is not contained in the 
data, “ ” will appear on TV.
≥ Depending on the software version of your 
iPod/iPhone, the album artwork may not 
appear properly.
≥ Some operations may not work while 
reading the album artwork.
≥ The setting of the playback mode will be kept until changes 
are made on the same iPod/iPhone.
≥ Surround sound effect and sound mode are available.
iPod touch:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation
iPod nano:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation
iPod classic
iPod: 5th generation
iPhone 4S/ iPhone 4 / iPhone 3GS / iPhone 3G/ 
iPhone
iPod/iPhone Connection
Dock Connector to 
USB Cable (not supplied) iPod/iPhone (not supplied)
iPod/iPhone Playback
iPod
Ronaldo
-2:30
Good morning
45 of 1230
Happy days1:00
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TV & Radio
VIERA LinkTM
“HDAVI ControlTM”
Preparation
1Set “VIERA Link” to “On” ( >35).
(The default setting is “On”.)
2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the 
connected equipment (e.g., TV).
3 Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible 
equipment and select this unit’s input channel 
on the connected TV so that the “HDAVI 
Control” function works properly.
Also when the connection or settings are 
changed, repeat this procedure.
When the following operations are performed, the 
input channel of the television will be 
automatically switched and the screen of this unit 
will be displayed.
When the television is off, the television will 
automatically turn on.
– When play starts on the unit
– When an action that uses the display screen is  performed
(e.g., Home menu)
≥ This function does not work when the iPod/
iPhone selector is chosen. ( >22) All connected equipment compatible with “HDAVI 
Control”, including this unit, automatically turns off 
when you switch the television off.
Playing music continuously even after turning 
off power to the television
When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV 
(VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later.
Select “Video” in 
“Power Off link” (>35)
Only when TV supports “HDAVI Control 2” or 
later
By using the TV remote control, you can perform 
various playback operations and settings.
See the operating instructions of the TV for more 
details.
	≥ The buttons that you can use for this unit vary depending 
on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions for 
the TV.
≥ The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you 
press certain buttons on the TV remote control.
≥ This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of 
November, 2011) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control 
compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with 
Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.
≥ VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control 
functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard 
known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a 
unique function that we have developed and added. As 
such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment 
that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.
≥ Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ 
equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
Automatic input switching
Power on link
What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?
VIERA Link
TM is a new name for EZ SyncTM.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a 
convenient function which will link the 
operations of this unit and a Panasonic TV 
(VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”.
You can use this function by connecting 
the equipment with an HDMI cable. See the 
operating instructions for connected 
equipment for operational details.
Power Off link
Easy control only with 
VIERA remote control
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You can select whether audio is output from the 
unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the 
TV menu settings. Switch the audio output setting 
of the TV to this unit’s speakers.
When the TV is turned on, this unit will also 
automatically turn on.
1Press [HOME].
2 Press [ 3,4 ,2, 1] to select “Others” and 
press [OK].
3Press [2,1] to select “Setup” and press [OK].4Press [3,4] to select “Audio” and press [OK].
5 Press [ 3,4 ] to select “TV Audio Input” and 
press [OK].
6 Press [ 3,4 ] to switch “AUX”, “ARC” or 
“DIGITAL IN” and press [OK].
≥ Select an audio input terminal connected to 
the unit.
	≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
When the STB power is turned on, this unit and 
the TV will automatically turn on. The video is 
output from the TV, and the audio is output from 
the speakers of this unit.
Connecting the optical digital audio cable
≥When this unit and the STB are connected by 
an optical digital audio cable, the settings below 
are required to enable output of audio from the 
speakers of this unit.
1 Press [EXT-IN] to select “D-IN”.
2 Press [STATUS] to select “CABLE/
SATELLITE AUDIO ON”.
Set to “CABLE/SATELLITE AUDIO OFF” when 
this unit and the STB are not connected by an 
optical digital audio cable.
Enjoying TV and STB with 
unit’s speakers
Select the TV audio
OPTICAL OUT
Optical digital audio 
cable (not supplied)
e.g.,
Select the STB audio
HDMI cable 
(not supplied)
Optical digital 
audio cable 
(not supplied)
Set Top Box, etc.
e.g.,
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Reference
Advanced 
operations 
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Listening to the Radio
You can preset up to 30 channels.
Preparation
Make sure that the FM antenna is connected. 
(> 13)
1Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2Press and hold [STATUS] to select 
“LOWEST” or “CURRENT”.
LOWEST:
To begin auto preset with the lowest 
frequency (FM87.9).
CURRENT:
To begin auto preset with the current 
frequency.*
* To change the frequency, refer to “Manual 
tuning and presetting”.
3Press and hold [OK].
Release the button when “AUTO” is 
displayed.
The tuner starts to preset all the stations it 
can receive into the channels in ascending 
order.
1Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2Press the number buttons to select the 
channel.
To select a 1-digit number
e.g., 1: [1] B[OK].
To select a 2-digit number
e.g., 12: [1] B[2].
Alternatively, press [ W,X] or [3, 4].
∫ Manual tuning and presetting
Select a radio broadcast.
1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”.
2 Press [SEARCH 6] or [SEARCH 5] to 
select the frequency.
≥ To start automatic tuning, press and hold [SEARCH 6], 
[SEARCH5] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning 
stops when a station is found.
To preset the channel
3 While listening to the radio broadcast
Press [OK].
4While “P” is flashing on the display
Press the number buttons to select the channel.
	≥A station previously stored is overwritten when another 
station is stored in the same channel preset.
≥ The radio settings will be shown on the units display. 
(Some settings are also indicated on the TV screen.)
Presetting stations 
automatically
Listening to a preset 
channel
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Advan ced operatio nsEnjoying Network 
Ser vice
(NETFLIX, etc.)
You can access information services from the 
VIERA Connect Home screen via the Internet.
* Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change without notice.
Preparation
≥Network connection ( >14)
≥ Network setting ( >15)
To enjoy video communication (ex. Skype
TM)  :
≥ Connect this unit with optional Communication 
Camera (TY-CC20W or TY-CC10W).
Depending on your location, this optional 
camera may not be available. Please consult 
your local Panasonic dealer for advice.
≥When this unit is connected by wireless LAN 
connection, connect the Communication Camera 
via the USB port on the front of this unit.
≥For operating method refer to the following 
website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
1Press [INTERNET].
≥The video communication service can be 
accessed directly by pressing [ ] button, 
and NETFLIX can be accessed directly by 
pressing [NETFLIX] button.
2Select the item and press [OK].
To exit from VIERA Connect
Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP MENU/TOP 
MENU].
	≥ When playing content in the media, VIERA Connect cannot 
be accessed by pressing [INTERNET].
≥ In the following cases, settings are possible using the 
Setup menu items.
– When restricting the use of VIERA Connect
(> 35, “Network Service Lock”)
– When the audio is distorted
(> 34, “Audio Auto Gain Control”)
– When wrong time is displayed
(> 34, “Time Zone”, “DST”)
≥ If using slow Internet connection, the video may not be 
displayed correctly. A high-speed Internet service with a 
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.
≥ Be sure to update the firmware when a firmware update 
notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is not 
updated, you will not be able to use the VIERA Connect 
function. ( >16)
≥ VIERA Connect Home screen is subject to change without 
notice.
≥ The services through VIERA Connect are operated by their 
respective service providers, and service may be 
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without 
notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the 
content or the continuity of the services.
≥ All features of websites or content of the service may not 
be available.
≥ Some content may be inappropriate for some viewers.
≥ Some content may only be available for specific countries 
and may be presented in specific languages.
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Home Network feature
You can share photos, videos and music stored in 
the DLNA Certified media server (PC with 
Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected 
to your home network, and enjoy the contents 
with this home theater.
Preparation
1 Perform network connection (> 14) and 
network settings ( >15) of this unit.
2 Perform Home Network settings of the 
connected equipment.
3 Add the contents and folder to the libraries of 
the Windows Media
® Player or the 
smartphone, etc.
≥ Playlist of Windows Media
® Player can play 
back only the contents that are stored in the 
libraries.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Network”.
3Select “Home Network”.
4Select “DLNA Client”.
≥ The list can be updated by pressing [R] on 
the remote control.
5Select the equipment and press [OK].
6Select the item to play and press [OK].
≥You may be able to use convenient 
functions depending on the content by 
pressing [OPTION].
≥ Control Panel 
(> 29) is displayed once the 
playback starts. Press [OK] if the Control 
Panel is not displayed, and press 
[RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.
To exit from Home Network
Press [EXIT], [HOME] or [POP-UP MENU/TOP 
MENU]. You can use the smartphone, etc. as the Digital 
Media Controller (DMC) to play back contents 
from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).
Possible applications:
* DMC compatible software should be installed.Preparation
Perform steps 1
 to 3. ( >left)
4Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (>34)≥You can register up to 16 devices.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Network”.
3Select “Home Network”.
4Select “Media Renderer”.
5Operate the DMC compatible devices.
To exit from Media Renderer screen
Press [HOME].
	
≥ Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, 
playback may not be possible.
≥ Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played 
back by this unit.
≥ This unit can be played back via connected equipment only 
when controlled using DMC.
Playing back contents on 
the DLNA ser ver
Home Theater
Server
Using the Digital Media 
Controller
For more details, refer to the following website and 
the operating instructions for each of the equipment.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
Renderer
Renderer
Server
Server
+
Controller
Controller
*
*
*
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Option menu
A variety of playback operations and settings can 
be performed from this menu.
Available options differ depending on the playing 
contents and the condition of the unit.
About Multi User Mode
: Settings of the items with this indication are 
saved by the respective users registered in the 
Home menu.
Please refer to page 19 for details about user 
registration and switching.
1Press [OPTION].
e.g., BD-Video
2Select an item and change the settings.
To exit the screen
Press [OPTION].
Regarding Language: ( >46)
∫ Soundtrack
Show or change the soundtrack.
∫ Audio channel
Select the audio channel number.
∫ SubtitleChange the subtitle settings.
∫Angle
Select the number of the angle.
∫ Repeat Play
(Only when the elapsed time is being displayed 
on the unit’s display.)
Select the item that you want to repeat. ≥ The items displayed differ depending on the 
type of media.
≥ Select “Off” to cancel.
∫ Shuffle
Select whether or not to play random.
∫ Start Slideshow
Start the slideshow.
∫ Status
Show the status messages.
∫ Rotate Right
∫ Rotate Left
Rotate the still picture.
∫ Wallpaper
Set the still picture to the wallpaper of HOME 
menu.  (> 18)
∫Icon Personalization
Set the still picture as your user icon.  (> 19)
∫Video
The recording method of original video appears.
∫ Secondary Video
Operation Menu
Operation Menu
Pop-up Menu Top Menu Playback Information Window
Control Panel Status Repeat PlayAngle
Subtitle
Soundtrack
Off
Secondary Video 1
1 ENG DTS-HD MSTR Multi
Video
Select on/off of images. The recording 
method of original video appears.
≥
During search/slow-motion or 
frame-by-frame, only the 
primary video is displayed.
SoundtrackSelect on/off of audio and the 
language.
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∫ Playback Information Window
Displays the following.
Press [RETURN] to exit.
∫ Control Panel
Display the Control Panel.
Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.
Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.
∫ Top Menu
Display Top Menu.
∫ Pop-up Menu
Display Pop-up Menu.
∫ Menu
Display Menu.
You can access settings to enjoy special features 
of this unit from this category.
Refer to “Video Settings” and “Audio Settings” 
(> 30) for more details on each setting item. ∫
Picture Mode 
Select the picture quality mode during play.
≥ If you select “User”, you can change settings in 
“Picture Adjustment”. 
∫ Picture Adjustment Specific picture quality settings can be performed.≥3D NR:
Reduces the rough noise in the background to 
give a greater feeling of depth.
When “24p Output” is set to “On”, this function 
may not operate. ( >32)
≥Integrated NR:Smoothes block noise and reduces the smudging that 
appears around contrasting sections of the picture.
∫ Chroma Process The high-resolution processing of HDMI chroma signals 
produces a high-resolution picture with rich picture quality.
∫Detail Clarity 
The picture is sharp and detailed.
∫ Super Resolution 
Pictures of normal image quality are corrected to 
sharp and detailed images when output as 1080i/
1080p from HDMI AV OUT.
∫ Progressive
Select the method of conversion for progressive 
output to suit the type of material being played.
≥ When the content is distorted change the 
settings from “Auto” to “Video”.
∫ 24p
Movies and other material recorded on 
DVD-Video at 24p are output at 24p.
≥Only when you have selected “On” in “24p Output” (>32).
∫ Screen Aspect
Switch the screen mode.
∫ Reset to Default Video Settings
Return video settings to the factory preset.
Audio/video attribute information of disc.
Settings status of “Digital Audio Output” (>32).
HDMI output information.
Personal Preference
*&/+
EXITe.g.,
Video Settings
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“Surround Effects” and “Sound Effects” can also 
be set by using the [SURROUND] and [SOUND] 
on the remote control. (> 37)
∫ Surround Effects 
¾ BD/DVD (Multi-ch Source):
¾ TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):
∫ Sound Effects*1,2,3 
¾TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source):
Re-master:
This feature gives you brighter sound by 
increasing the high frequency portion of the 
audio. (Discs recorded at 48 kHz or less)
Recommended settings: Digital Tube Sound:
This feature gives you warm sound, like that 
produced by a vacuum tube amplifier.
Recommended settings:
¾
All:
∫ High Clarity Sound Plus
When playing back music contents, it improves 
the sound quality by stopping the video output.
*1Not every function can be set individually.*2When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal this 
function is effective only when “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby 
TrueHD” or “DTS/DTS-HD” is set to “PCM”. ( >32)
*3This function has no effect when the type of audio is Dolby Pro Logic II.
Audio Settings
3D Cinema 
Surround
Expand the sound field 
forward, backward, upward, 
right and leftward providing 
a sound with depth and 
force that better
matches 3D images.
7.1ch Virtual 
SurroundYou can enjoy 6.1/7.1-channel 
surround-like effect using 
5.1-channel speakers.
2ch Stereo You can play any source in 
stereo. Sound will be output 
to the front speakers and 
the subwoofer only.
Multi 
Channel OutYou can enjoy sound from the 
front speakers, as well as the 
surround speakers even when 
playing stereo sources.
Super 
SurroundYou can enjoy sound from all 
speakers with stereo sources.
Dolby Pro 
Logic II MovieSuitable for movie software, or the 
one recorded in Dolby Surround.
Dolby Pro 
Logic II MusicAdds 5.1-channel effects to 
stereo sources.
Re-master 1
Pop and rock
Re-master 2Jazz
Re-master 3Classical
Digital Tube 
Sound 1A crisp, delicate sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 2A tight, hi-fi sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 3A soft, rich sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 4A clear, powerful sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 5A distinctive mid-range 
sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 6
A soft, enveloping sound
EqualizerYou can select sound quality 
settings.
Flat/Heavy/Clear/Soft
Subwoofer
You can adjust the amount 
of bass.
Level 1 (Weakest effect) to 
Level 4
(Strongest effect)
≥ Levels can be set by 
source.
H.Bass
You can enhance low-frequency 
sound so that heavy bass sound 
can be heard clearly, even if the 
acoustics of your room are not 
optimal.
Whisper-Mode 
SurroundYou can enhance the 
surround effect for low 
volume sound. (Convenient 
for late night viewing.)
Center 
FocusYou can make the Center 
channel sound seem like it is 
coming from within the TV.
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