Panasonic Dvd Home Theater Sound System Sc Xh150 Owners Manual

							Owner’s Manual
DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No. SC-XH150
[_P_] [PC]RQTX1230-1P
until 
2011/02/07
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. 
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
If you have any questions contact
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Canada:1-800-561-5505
Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: The warranty can be found on page 24.
Only for Canada: The warranty can be found on page 25.
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≥Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, 
please read the instructions completely. Please keep this 
manual for future reference.
≥The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
≥Operations in these instructions are described mainly with 
the remote control, but you can perform the operations on 
the main unit if the controls are the same.SystemSC-XH150
Main unitSA-XH150
Speaker 
systemFront speakersSB-HF270
Center speakerSB-HC270
Surround speakersSB-HS270
SubwooferSB-HW270
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement 
parts. (Product numbers are correct as of December 2010. These may be subject to change.)
Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 24.
For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.
∏1 Remote control (N2QAYB000623)
∏2 Remote control batteries
∏1 FM indoor antenna (RSAX0002)∏5 Speaker cables (REEX1266A (red), REEX1267A (white), 
REEX1268 (green), REEX1269 (gray), REEX1270 (blue))
∏1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00021)
∏1 Sheet of speaker cable stickers
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 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WA R N I N G :
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 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 electric 
shock to persons.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
The unit should be installed near an accessible AC power outlet, 
with the power cord connected directly to it.
To completely disconnect power from the unit, unplug the power 
cord from the AC power outlet.
(Inside of product)
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RQTX1230	The circled numbers indicated in this Owner’s Manual (e.g. Press [Í]1) correspond to the circled numbers in the above.
RETURN
VOL
STOP
VOL
TVINPUTAV
SKIPSLOW
PAUSE
SEARCHSEARCHPLAY
DVDiPodRADIOEXT-IN
EXIT
– REPEAT
PLAY MODE
–CH SELECTSOUND
SURROUND W.SRD FL DISPLAY
123
456
78
0
9
1010CANCEL
FUNCTIONS
MUTE
MENU
START
 TOP MENU
OK
SKIP
–SLEEP








 










 



 
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Getting Started Playing Discs Other Operations Reference
  
Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning when you 
operate the unit using the supplied remote control.
You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control 
operating mode to “REMOTE 2”.
The main unit and remote control must be set to the same mode.
1 Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to select “AUX”.
2 Press and hold [1]8 on the main unit and [2] on the remote control 
until the main unit’s display shows “REMOTE 2”.
3 Press and hold [OK]8 and [2] on the remote control for at least 2 
seconds.
To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat the steps above by 
replacing [2] with [1].
Control reference guide
Remote control
1Turn the main unit on/off (B8)
2Select channels and title numbers etc. / Enter numbers
(B9, 11)
3Cancel (B12)
4Source select
[DVD]: Select disc as the source (B11 )
[iPod]: Select iPod/iPhone as the source (B15)
[EXT-IN, RADIO]: Select the FM tuner or the external audio 
source (B8, 9)
FM # AUX # ARC # D-IN
^-----------------------------------------------}
5Basic operations for play (B11 )
6Show on-screen menu (B13)
7Show a disc top menu (B12)
8Select or confirm menu items / Frame-by-frame (B11 )
9Select the play mode / Set the repeat mode 
(B12, 13)
:Select sound mode / Select speaker channel (B10, 11)
;Select surround sound effects (B10)
or
Set the Sleep timer
Press and hold [jSLEEP].
While the time is shown on the main unit’s display, press 
[jSLEEP] repeatedly.
Each time you press the button:SLEEP 30 # SLEEP 60 # SLEEP 90 # SLEEP120
^-------------------------- OFF (Cancel) (------------------------}
≥To confirm the remaining time, press and hold the button again.
Mute the sound
≥“MUTE” flashes on the main unit’s display while the function is on.
≥To cancel, press the button again or adjust the volume.
≥Muting is cancelled when you switch the unit to standby.
?Select radio stations manually (B9)
@Select preset radio stations (B9)
AExit the display
BShow START menu (B9)
CShow a disc menu (B12)
DReturn to previous screen (B12)
ESwitch information on the main unit’s display (B12)
FTurn Whisper-mode Surround on/off (B11 )
Avoiding interference with other Panasonic equipment
Main unit
1Standby/on switch (POWERÍ/I)
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice 
versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small 
amount of power.
2Open/Close the disc tray (B11 )
3Adjust the volume of the main unit
4Connect iPod/iPhone (B15)
5Power indicator
The indicator lights when this unit is turned on.
6Disc tray
7St o p
8Start play
9Remote control signal sensor
:Display (FL display)
POWER-SAVING FEATURES
The main unit is designed to conserve its power 
consumption and save energy.
∫Auto FL display turn-off function
The main units display is automatically turned off when the 
volume is adjusted to “0”. (
B18, “FL Control” in Others 
menu.)
∫Auto power-down function
The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode after 
30 minutes of inactivity.
e.g.
– There is no audio signal from an external device.
– Disc playback is stopped/paused.
– iPod/iPhone playback is stopped/paused.
– The disc menu is displayed and play is not selected.
(This function may not work depending on the application 
type of discs.)
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Getting Started Playing Discs Other Operations Reference
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . .  below
Quick Start Guide
step 1 Positioning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
step 2 Connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
Speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Radio antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Audio and video connections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
step 3 AC power supply cord connection . . . . . . . .  8
step 4 Preparing the remote control  . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
step 5 Easy setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Presetting stations automatically  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Listening/confirming the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the START menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Selecting the source using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this 
unit’s speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Playing Discs
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playing from the selected item. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Other modes of play  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  13
Using on-screen menus  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Other Operations
Linked operations with the TV
(VIERA Link
TM “HDAVI ControlTM”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the audio link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Easy control only with VIERA remote control  . . . . . . . . . .  15
Using the iPod/iPhone  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Reference
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Speaker installation option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO 
RICO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed 
below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, 
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 
plug. A polarized 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 electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from 
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury 
from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all 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.
POWER-SAVING FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Enjoying sound effects from all speakers
Enjoying surround sound effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Selecting sound mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Whisper-mode Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the speaker level during playback  . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the speaker balance during playback  . . . 11
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.
Note the following points:
≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
≥Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (
13/32q) away from the system for 
proper ventilation.
≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in 
excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains.
≥For optional wall mount, refer to page 19.
Setup example (“Surround layout (Recommended)”: Standard 
surround placement)
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same 
distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are 
approximate.
§1 Position with at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides for proper 
ventilation.
§2 Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can disrupt 
the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
§3 Place to the right or left of the TV, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that 
it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm (11
13/16q) from the TV.
Depending on the room layout, you may like to use all the speakers at the 
front (“Front layout (Alternative)”) (B8, Easy setup).
Notes on speaker use
≥Use only supplied speakersUsing other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be 
negatively affected.
≥You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play 
sound at high levels over extended periods.
≥Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:
– When playing distorted sound.
– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise 
from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test 
disc, or electronic instrument.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
– When turning the unit on or off.
If irregular coloring occurs on your TVThe center speaker is designed to be used close to a TV, but the picture 
may be affected on some TVs and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.
The demagnetizing function of the TV should correct the problem. If it 
persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate 
operating instructions.
Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other 
connections are completed.
Pay attention to the type of speaker and the connector color when you 
place the speakers.
Main unit (rear)
Connect to the terminals of the same color.
Use of the speaker cable stickers is convenient when making cable 
connections.
Speakers (rear)
Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation.
i: White
j: Blue line
≥Be careful not to cross (short circuit) or reverse the polarity of the 
speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers.
step 1Positioning
Caution≥The main unit and supplied speakers are to be 
used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to do 
so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the 
speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. 
Consult a qualified service person if damage has 
occurred or if you experience a sudden change in 
performance.
≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls 
using methods other than those described in this 
manual.
120°60°
Center speaker§2
Front speaker
(left)
Subwoofer
§3
Surround 
speaker (left)Surround 
speaker (right) Front speaker
(right) Main unit
§1
step 2Connections
1Speaker connections
2Radio antenna connections
Using an indoor antenna
Using an outdoor antenna
FM ANT(75   )
Adhesive tape
Main unit (rear)FM indoor antenna
(supplied)
Affix this end of the antenna 
where reception is best.
FM ANT(75   )
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
≥Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Main unit 
(rear)75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
(not supplied)FM outdoor antenna 
(Using a TV antenna 
(not supplied))
The antenna should be 
installed by a competent 
technician.
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Getting Started
Quick Start Guide
≥To listen to the TV audio on the sound system, connect the optical 
digital audio cable, HDMI§ cable or audio cable.
Refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices for the 
settings necessary to output the audio.
§
Only when connecting to an ARC compatible TV. 
Refer to “Connection with an ARC compatible TV” for details. (Bbelow)
This connection provides the best picture and audio quality. 
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, you can operate your TV 
synchronizing with home theater operations or vice versa 
(B14, Linked operations with the TV).
	≥Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on 
the back cover).
≥Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.
≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended 
part number: 
RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m/4.9 ft), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m/9.8 ft), RP-CDHS50 
(5.0 m/16.4 ft), etc.
≥Do not make the video connections through the VCR.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
≥After connecting with the optical digital audio cable or HDMI
§ cable, make 
settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment (B10).
(Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this connection.)
∫Connection with an ARC compatible TV
≥Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.
∫Connection without an ARC compatible TV
Use this connection when you want to output the original surround audio 
from your STB, etc. to this unit.
Connect the optical digital audio cable (not supplied) from the 
DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal on the main unit to the 
OPTICAL OUT terminal on your STB.
≥If the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL terminal is already in use for the TV 
audio, reconnect the TV audio to the AUX terminal using an audio 
cable.
	If you have various sound sources (such as Blu-ray Disc player, DVD recorder, 
VCR, etc.), connect them to the available inputs on the TV and the TV output 
should then be connected to the AUX, HDMI AV OUT
§ or DIGITAL AUDIO IN 
OPTICAL terminal of the main unit.
3Audio and video connections
Recommended connection to a TV
What is ARC?ARC is an abbreviation of Audio Return Channel, also known as HDMI 
ARC. It refers to one of the HDMI functions. If the TV is ARC 
compatible, audio from the TV can be sent to this unit via the HDMI 
cable without the need to make an extra audio connection.
AV
OUT
(ARC)HDMI (ARC) 
AV OUT
HDMI
(ARC)
TV
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Main unit (rear)Be sure to connect to the 
TV’s ARC compatible 
terminal. (Refer to the 
operating instructions for 
the TV.)
Alternative connection to a TV
Set Top Box (cable/satellite/Blu-ray Disc player, etc) connection
AV
OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
OPTICAL(ARC)
DIGITAL AUDIO
IN OPTICALHDMI AV  OUT
AV INOPTICAL
OUT
TV
HDMI cable
(not supplied)Optical digital audio 
cable (not supplied)
Main unit (rear)
DIGITAL AUDIO INDIGITAL AUDIO INOPTICALOPTICALVIDEO OUT
LRAUXVIDEO OUTAUX
AUDIO OUTVIDEO INR
L
TV
Video cable 
(not supplied) Audio cable 
(not supplied)
Main unit (rear)
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Conserving power
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in 
standby mode (approx. 0.4 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 when plugging back the main 
unit.
	The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with the main unit only. 
Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment 
with the main unit.
Do not:≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types of batteries at the same time.
≥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.
Aim at the remote control signal sensor (B4), avoiding obstacles.
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft)
Angle: Within approx. 20° up and down, approx. 30° to the left and right
The Easy setup screen assists you in making necessary 
settings.
	≥You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy setup” in the Setup 
menu. (B17)
≥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 via VIERA Link.
Up to 30 stations can be set.
≥“SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio tunes to 
the last preset station.
≥“ERROR” is displayed when auto presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the 
stations manually (B9).
step 3AC power supply cord connection
step 4Preparing the remote control
Batteries
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with 
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
≥Use alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct 
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Use
AC IN
Main unit (rear) AC power supply cord
(supplied) To household AC outlet 
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
R6/LR6, AA



Press in and lift up.
Replace the cover.Insert so the poles (r and j) match those in the remote control.
step 5Easy setup
Preparation
Turn on your TV and select the appropriate video input mode 
(e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection 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 (B4).
1Press [Í]1 to turn on the unit.≥The Easy setup screen appears automatically.
2Press [3,4]8 to select “Yes” and press [OK]8.
3Follow the messages and make the settings with 
[3,4,2,1]8 and [OK]8.
≥Language
Select the language used on menu screen.≥TV aspectSelect the aspect to suit your TV.≥Speaker layoutSelect “Surround layout (Recommended)” mode or “Front layout 
(Alternative)” mode according to your speaker layout (B6, 
Positioning).
≥Speaker checkListen to speaker output to confirm speaker connections.≥Speaker outputMake surround sound setting for speaker output.≥TV audioSelect the audio input connection from your TV.
For AUX connection (B7): Select “AUX”.
For HDMI connection (B7): Select “ARC”.
For DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL connection (B7): Select 
“DIGITAL IN”.
This will be the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”. 
(B14)
4Press [OK]8 to finish the “Easy setup”.
Listening to the radio
Presetting stations automatically
1Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2Press [MENU]C.Each time you press the button:
LOWEST (factory preset):
To begin auto preset with the lowest frequency.
CURRENT:
To begin auto preset with the current frequency.
§
§ To change the frequency, refer to “Manual tuning” (B9).
3Press and hold [OK]8. Release the button when “FM AUTO” is displayed.
The tuner starts to preset all the stations it can receive into the 
channels in ascending order.
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Getting Started
Quick Start Guide
≥The FM setting is also shown on the TV display.
To cancel the mode, press and hold the button again until “AUTO ST” is 
displayed.
≥The mode is also cancelled when you change the frequency.
Up to 30 stations can be set.
A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in 
the same channel preset.
FM frequency step
The step is factory-set to 0.2 MHz, but you can change it to receive 
broadcasts allocated in 0.1 MHz steps. You may need to change this 
setting if the tuner seems to skip over the correct frequency for stations in 
your area.
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum 
frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency 
changes and the step is changed.
e.g. 87.9 (Factory preset) ,# 87.5
To return to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2.
	After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be cleared. Preset 
them again.
You can select desired source, change the settings, access playback/
menus, etc., by using the START menu.
When “Input select” is selected
You can select a desired source from the menu.
≥DVD/CD (B11), FM RADIO (B8), AUX
§1 (Bbelow), 
ARC§1 (Bbelow), DIGITAL IN§1, 2 (Bbelow), iPod (B15)
§1 “(TV)” will appear beside “AUX”, “ARC” or “DIGITAL IN”, indicating 
the TV audio setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (B14).
§2 “(STB)” will appear beside “DIGITAL IN”, indicating the STB audio 
setting for VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (B14).
When “Setup”
 is selected
You can change the settings for this unit. (B16)
Other selectable items
The items that are displayed will vary depending on the media and 
source.
When a disc is loaded, you can also access playback or menus from the 
START menu.
e.g. [DVD-V]
When the on-screen control panel appears
e.g. [DVD-V] (when “Playback Disc” is selected from the START menu)
You can operate the playback with the indicated controls.
	Confirm the audio connection to the AUX, HDMI AV OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO IN 
OPTICAL terminal on the main unit when you select the corresponding sources 
(B7). Reduce the volume on the TV to its minimum, and then adjust the 
volume of the main unit.
Listening/confirming the preset channels
1Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.≥To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10]2 B [1] B [2]
Alternatively, press [X,W]@.
If noise is excessive
Press and hold [PLAY MODE]9 to display “MONO”.
Manual tuning
1Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2Press [SEARCH6, SEARCH5]? to select the 
frequency.
≥To start auto tuning, press and hold [SEARCH6, 
SEARCH5]? until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops 
when a station is found.
Presetting stations manually
1 While listening to the radio broadcast
Press [OK]8.
2 While the frequency is flashing on the display
Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
≥To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10]2 B [1] B [2]
Alternatively, press [X,W]@, and then press [OK]8.
1 Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [∫]7 on the main unit.
Using the START menu
1Press [START]B to show the START menu.≥When using VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, the TV also turns on 
when the START menu is displayed.
2Press [3,4]8 to select an item and press [OK]8.≥To exit, press [START]B.
3Press [3,4,2,1]8 to make the setting and press 
[OK]8.
Selecting the source using the remote control
PressTo select
[DVD]4DVD/CD
[iPod]4IPOD (B15)
[EXT-IN, 
RADIO]4Each time you press the button:
FM:
AUX:
ARC:
D-IN:(B8)
For audio input through the AUX terminal.
For audio input through the HDMI AV OUT terminal.
For audio input through the DIGITAL AUDIO IN 
OPTICAL terminal. (B10)
e.g.
Input selectSetup DVD/CD Home theater
DVD/CD Home theater
Input select
Setup
Playback DiscTOP MENU(DVD)
MENU(DVD)Playback/menu access
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Getting Started Playing Discs Other Operations Reference
Preparation
≥Make sure that there is an audio connection between this unit and the 
TV or other device. (B7)
≥Turn on the TV or/and other device.
Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 to choose the source that is used 
to connect this unit to the TV or other device.
≥To change the surround sound effects and sound mode, refer to 
“Enjoying sound effects from all speakers” (Bright).
≥If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, refer to “Linked 
operations with the TV” (B14) for other related functions.
Select to suit the type of audio from the DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL and 
HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit.
≥Underlined items are the factory presets.
§Only when “D-IN” is selected.
Be sure to select the device’s (STB, etc.) input channel on the TV when 
making the setting.
The device must be connected to the Panasonic TV via an HDMI cable 
and to this unit with an optical digital audio cable.
≥If the device’s (STB, etc.) input channel on the TV is changed or if you 
want to change the device allocated for the linked operations, select 
the “STB” mode to “OFF” in step 3 above and then select “SET” 
again.
≥This function will not operate if “DIGITAL IN” is selected in “TV Audio” 
(B17).≥The following sound effects may not be available or may have no effect 
with some sources.
≥You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound 
effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects 
off.	When changing the surround sound effect, Whisper-mode Surround or the 
sound modes, the setting is displayed on the TV screen if “DVD/CD” is the 
selected source during video playback.
For “Front layout (Alternative)”§ mode
STANDARD:
Stereo source is output as 2.1-channel audio. 
When playing surround sources, you can enjoy 5.1-channel 
surround-like effect even with all the speakers at the front.
STEREO:
You can play any source in stereo. Surround sound effect is 
unavailable.
A.SRD (Advanced Surround):
You can enjoy surround effect with any audio source.
When the signal is Dolby Digital, “/DOLBY DIGITAL” will also be displayed.
§Selected mode in “Speaker layout” (B8, Easy setup).
Listening to the TV or other device’s 
audio from this unit’s speakers
Making settings for digital audio input
Available settings
Mode Setting
DUAL:(Only works with Dolby Dual Mono)
– MAIN+SAP
 (stereo audio)
–MAIN
–SAP
“SAP” = Secondary Audio Program
≥Set PCM FIX mode to “OFF” to listen to the “MAIN” or 
“SAP” audio. 
DRC:
(Dynamic 
Range 
Compression)–ON
Adjust for clarity even when the volume is low by 
compressing the range of the lowest sound level and 
the highest sound level. Convenient for late night 
viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)
–OFF
The full dynamic range of the signal is reproduced.
PCM FIX: – ON
Select when receiving only PCM signals.
–OFF
Select when receiving Dolby Digital and PCM signals.
≥When receiving true 5.1-channel surround sound, 
select “OFF”.
STB
§: 
(CABLE/SAT 
AUDIO)–SET
Select when setting the main unit to switch to 
“D-IN” when the input channel of an HDMI connected 
device (STB, etc.) is selected on the TV (B14, 
Setting the audio link with the STB).
–OFF
Select to cancel this setting.
1Press [EXT-IN, RADIO]4 several times to select “D-IN” 
or “ARC”.
2Press [PLAY MODE]9 and then [3,4]8 to select the 
mode.
3While the selected mode is displayed, press [2,1]8 to 
select the desired setting.
Enjoying sound effects from all 
speakers
Enjoying surround sound effects
Press [SURROUND];.Each time you press the button:
For “Surround layout (Recommended)”§ mode
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 
speakers even when playing a 2-channel sound.
MANUAL: (Bbelow)
While “MANUAL” is displayed, press [2,1]8 to select 
other surround modes.
Each time you press [2,1]8:
DOLBY PLII MOVIE
Suitable for movies, or videos recorded in Dolby Surround.
DOLBY PLII MUSIC
Adds 5.1-channel effects to stereo sources.
S.SRD (Super Surround)
You can enjoy sound from all speakers with stereo sources.
STEREO
Sound will only be output to the front speakers and the subwoofer from 
any source.
Recommended modes to enjoy TV audio or stereo 
sources from all speakers:
≥DOLBY PLII MOVIE≥DOLBY PLII MUSIC≥S.SRD
Selecting sound mode
1Press [SOUND]: to select a sound mode.
Each time you press the button:
EQ:Equalizer
SUBW LVL:Subwoofer Level
C.FOCUS:Center Focus (Only when “Surround layout 
(Recommended)” mode is selected in “Speaker 
layout” (B8, Easy setup).)
2While the selected mode is displayed, press [2,1]8 to 
make the settings.
Refer to the following for setting details of each sound effect.
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