Panasonic DVD Home Theater Sound System Sc Ht640 Operating Instructions

RQT8611-1P
PPC 
Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No.SC-HT640W
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region 
number “
1” or “ ALL”.
Example:
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, 
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference. If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
In Canada: 1-800-561-5505
1ALL2
4
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Wireless 
surround sound
Wireless surround speaker...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and 
safety, please read these instructions carefully.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicabl e safety instructions listed 
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . 2
Simple Setup
STEP 1Positioning the speakers  . . . . . . . . . 4Speaker installation options  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 2Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
STEP 3Audio and video connections. . . . . . 6Basic audio connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Basic video connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
STEP 4Radio and digital transceiver 
connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
STEP...

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Simple Setup
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:
≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curta ins.
≥ Left and right front speakers are interchangeable.
≥Use only supplied speakersUsing other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be 
negatively affected.
≥ Set the speakers up on an even surface to...

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Simple Setup
∫Attaching to a wall
You can attach the front and center speakers to a wall.
≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached 
should be capable of supporting 10 k g (22 lbs) per screw. 
Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the 
speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to 
the wall and speakers.
1 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. 
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s). ∫Fitting speaker stands (not...

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Simple Setup
≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
≥ Turn the television off before connecting, and re fer to the television’s operating instructions.
≥This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your 
television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other 
equipment” ( ➜page 28).
≥ S-VIDEO OUT
Using the S-VIDEO OUT terminalThe S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture...

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Simple Setup
Conserving power
The main unit and the wireless surround speaker consume a small 
amount of power when they are in standby mode [main unit: approx. 
0.4 W, surround speaker: 0.5 W (in transmit mode), 1.2 W (in receive 
mode)]. 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 unit.[Note]The included AC power supply cords are for use with the main unit and 
surround...

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Simple Setup
Do not:≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can 
severely damage the remote control.
Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a 
long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
∫Use
Aim at the display...

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Simple Setup
OPEN/CLOSEEXCHANGE SKIP
POWERMUSICSURROUNDMUSICPORT
5DISCSELECTOR
SELECTOR
TUNINGTUNING
12345
MEMORYMEMORYTUNE MODETUNE MODEFM MODEFM MODE
VOLUMEDISCDISC
(26) (26)(13, 26)(26)
(14, 29)(27)(15, 14)(29)
ON
MUSIC PORTOFF
AC IN
WIRELESS
Turn the unit on/off  (8)
Select disc’s title numbers etc. / Enter numbers  (13)
Basic operations for play (12, 13)
Show a disc top menu  (16) or program list  (17)
Frame-by-frame/Select or register menu items on the television screen (13)
Show...

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Discs that can be played / Disc caution / Maintenance
Discs that can be played
Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats.
§A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
≥It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
∫Discs that cannot be played
DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, 
DivX Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that...