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DVD TV VCR
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
RECEIVER
AV Control Receiver
TOP MENU MENU
ENTER
DISPLAY RETURN
SFC SUBWOOFER
Operating Instructions
Speaker connections
Step 1
5
Equipment connections
Step 2
6
Settings
Step 3
8
Basic operations
Step 4
10
Operations
Control guide ..............................................................12
The radio ....................................................................18
Others
Making a recording ....................................................20
Timer function ............................................................20
As an E NERGY S TAR Partner,
®
Other settings ............................................................21
Panasonic has determined that this
product meets the E NERGY S TAR ®
guidelines for energy efficiency. Reference
Troubleshooting guide ..............................................22
The RESET function ..................................................22
Maintenance ................................................................22
Specifications..............................................................23
Product Service ..........................................................23
Warranty (U.S.A.) ........................................................24
Customer Services Directory (U.S.A.) ......................24
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
2) Keep these instructions.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
3) Heed all warnings. bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
4) Follow all instructions. When a cart is used, use caution when
Before use
6) Clean only with dry cloth. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
amplifiers) that produce heat. the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the CAUTION:
point where they exit from the apparatus. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
CAUTION against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
DO NOT OPEN instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS television reception, which can be determined by turning the
INSIDE. equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED correct the interference by one or more of the following
SERVICE PERSONNEL. measures:
¡Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, ¡Increase the separation between the equipment and
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to receiver.
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ¡Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
“dangerous voltage” within the product's from that to which the receiver is connected.
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude ¡Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. for help.
The exclamation point within an equilateral FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, use only the
triangle is intended to alert the user to the provided power supply cord with external mounted ferrite
presence of important operating and core.
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this
device.
Before use
Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you
to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit.
level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear
without annoying blaring or distortion–and, most importantly,
without affecting your sensitive hearing.
CAUTION!
We recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive DO NOT INSTALL, OR PLACE THIS UNIT, IN A
noise. BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE
can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
¡Start your volume control at a low setting. CAUTION
¡Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat
and clearly, and without distortion. radiation vents in any way. In particular, do not place tape
decks or CD/DVD players on this unit as heat radiated from
Once you have established a comfortable sound level: it can damage your software.
¡Set the dial and leave it there.
User memo:
The model number and serial number of this product can be found
on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future
reference.
SA-XR10
MODEL NUMBER _______________________________________
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Supplied accessories The remote control
Please check and identify the supplied Batteries
accessories.
3
2 Batteries
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU
ENTER
DISPLAY RETURN
SFC SUBWOOFER
1 Cleaning cloth
(RFE0088-1) ¡ Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
¡ Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
parts.
DVD TV VCR DVD TV VCR
RETURN DISPLAY
ENTER
RETURN
SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING
1 2 3 TEST
4 5 6 TONE
7 8 9 DELAY
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL
L BALANCE R
A-B POSITION
REPEAT REPEAT MARKER MEMORY
DVD
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Speaker connections
Step 1 234 Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
Placement of speakers
Front speakers (A left B right)
C Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is
B good coherency between the picture and sound.
Subwoofer (F)
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a
reasonable distance from the TV.
Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency
Step 1
performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output
D level, but can result in unnatural bass.
Connecting speakers
Other connections are possible depending on
your speaker system. Cable Speaker terminals Do not short circuit.
See your speaker system’s operating
instructions for details.
Turn off the receiver before connecting Twist the wire.
the speakers.
C Center speaker
LOOP ANT
GND
OUT IN OUT R R L R L
VCR SUBWOOFER FRONT CENTER SURROUND
VIDEO AUDIO SPEAKERS (6~8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS
AUDIO OUT
(CENTER, SUBWOOFER)
DVD VCR TV DVD/DVD 6CH
Step 2
IN OUT IN IN CENTER
L L L L
OUT R R R R
SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT
AUDIO
AUDIO OUT
(SURROUND L, R)
Note DIGITAL AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT
Connect to FRONT L, R if your DVD player does not have 6 channel output.
L L L L
To enjoy multichannel linear PCM
when using DVD-AUDIO you need
to make connections via the analog LOOP ANT
GND
6CH terminals.
OUT IN OUT R R R R (DVD) (TV)
VCR SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT OPT 1 OPT 2
VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL
OUT
(DVD) (TV)
OPT 1 OPT 2
DIGITAL IN
VCR TV or monitor
VIDEO
IN TV DVD VCR TV
MONITOR OUT IN IN OUT IN IN
VIDEO L L
TV DVD VCR OUT
MONITOR OUT IN IN OUT IN AUDIO
L
OUT
AUDIO
OUT OUT IN OUT R R
VCR SUBWOOFER
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Antennas
Core wire
75Ω GND LOOP EXT AM
ANT
FM
ANT
Step 2
2
LOOP ANT 1 LOOP ANT
GND GND
1
2 2
1
Keep the antenna cord away from DVD players and other cords.
LOOP ANT
GND
AC IN
FULLY INSERT.
(TV) R L R L
OPT 2 FRONT CENTER SURROUND
IN SPEAKERS (6~8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS
Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V/60 Hz)
Noise Filter
¡Do not remove the noise filter from the AC power supply cord.
Note
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not Connect this cord after all other cables
use it with other equipment. and cords are connected.
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Settings
Step 1 2 3 4
Change the settings to suit your speakers and units to the environment 1 SIZE
in which you are using them. Before making any changes, read the
descriptions of the settings, note the factory settings and ranges, and
Set the size to suit your speakers
refer to the equipment’s instructions.
RECEIVER
DVD TV VCR
TUNER/
BAND
INPUT
DIGITAL SELECTOR Press at the Enter the setting mode.
TOP MENU
RECEIVER
MENU
same time.
Step 3
ENTER
DISPLAY RETURN
SFC SUBWOOFER
7 8 9 DELAY
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL
LEVEL MEMORY
L BALANCE R
A-B
MARKER
POSITION
Select the speaker.
REPEAT REPEAT MEMORY
DVD
TUNE MODE
Repeat
Change the setting.
2 TUNING 1
Repeat these steps for each speaker
channel.
Enter the setting mode. Enter the setting mode. Output the signal.
The speakers output a signal in order
for about two seconds each.
Step 3
TEST
L C R RS LS SW
Repeat Repeat
Change the setting. Change the setting.
Exit the setting mode. Exit the setting mode. Stop the test signal.
TEST
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Basic operations
Step 1 2 3 4
1 RECEIVER
Switch on.
Or press [POWER 8] on the
main unit.
RECEIVER
1
DVD TV VCR
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
RECEIVER
2
TOP MENU MENU
2 Select input.
DVD TV VCR
ENTER
Each time you press [INPUT
DISPLAY RETURN
TUNER/ INPUT SELECTOR]:
BAND SELECTOR
SKIP SLOW /SEARCH TUNER (FM) / AM / DVD
,
STOP PAUSE PLAY
RECEIVER VCR , TV ,
4
SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING
Or press [INPUT SELECTOR] on
SFC SUBWOOFER
the main unit.
1 2 3 TEST For DVD, TV
DIGITAL
5 4
7
5
8
6
9
TONE
DELAY
DELAY
Select digital or analog input.
“DIGITAL INPUT” lights when you
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL
LEVEL select digital input.
L BALANCE R
A-B POSITION
REPEAT REPEAT MARKER MEMORY
4 SOUND MODE
Select the sound
mode.
Step 4
5 VOLUME
Adjust the
volume.
Or turn [VOLUME] on the main
unit.
When a FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may
cause noise to be output. Select “AUTO” if this occurs.
The mode returns to AUTO when you switch the unit to standby.
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STEREO mode
Use this mode to play digital or analog stereo sources or to play surround sources through two L R
speakers. When surround sources are played in this mode, the sounds intended for the other
speaker channels are played through the front speakers.
SURROUND mode
Select this mode when you are playing a digital surround source (Dolby Digital or DTS).
SURROUND LFE LS L C R RS
Also select this mode when playing analog or digital stereo sources. The Dolby Pro Logic 2
processor works not only on sources recorded with Dolby Surround, but also on any stereo
source. See page 21 if you want to have similar effects to Dolby Pro Logic.
SFC modes
Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC
SFC
(sound field control) modes with PCM or analog stereo sources.
The SFC modes cannot be used if the input signal is Dolby Digital or DTS.
Choose from the following modes.
SFC
HALL You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers
Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall. and the delay time of the surround speakers. These adjustments can
be made for each SFC mode.
CLUB
Conveys the exciting and intimate atmosphere of a jazz club. To adjust the speaker level
LIVE 1. Press [LEVEL] to select the speaker channel.
Brings you up close for “live” stage performance and smoother Each time you press the button:
vocals. C / RS / LS / SW
,
Step 4
SIM SURR (Simulated Surround) C, RS, and LS: –10 dB to +10 dB
Heightens the sensation of expanded space with stereo sources, and SW: – – – (off) ,
/ MIN ,
/ 1 – 19 ,
/ MAX
augments monaural sources.
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Control guide
Operating the receiver
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers !0. Remote control
q [RECEIVER ^]:
RECEIVER Standby/on button !0
DVD TV VCR
1 8 w [SOUND MODE]:
To select the sound modes !0
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
e [SFC]:
9 To select SFC modes !1
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU 10 r [CHANNEL, 1, 2]:
To select preset radio channels !9
>10/ENTER]:
t [1-0, =
To enter radio frequencies !8 and channels !9
ENTER
y [DIRECT TUNING/DISC]:
DISPLAY RETURN To enable selection of radio stations by frequency !8
u [L BALANCE R]:
SKIP SLOW /SEARCH To adjust front speaker balance
i [DVD, TV, VCR, TUNER/BAND RECEIVER]:
STOP PAUSE PLAY Input and remote control mode buttons !0.
DVD: to switch input and remote control mode to DVD
SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING TV: to switch input and remote control mode to TV
2 11 VCR: to switch input and remote control mode to VCR
TUNER/BAND RECEIVER: to switch input and remote control
SFC SUBWOOFER mode to RECEIVER and to change the
3 12 radio band
4 13 ¡These buttons light when you press other buttons to indicate the
1 2 3 TEST
current remote control mode.
14 o [INPUT SELECTOR]:
4 5 6 TONE To select the input source !0
5 15 !0 [DIGITAL]:
7 8 9 DELAY To switch between analog and digital TV/DVD input !0
DIRECT TUNING/
16 !1 [MUTING]:
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL To mute the volume
6 !2 [SUBWOOFER]:
L BALANCE R
To adjust subwoofer level
7 17 ¡Adjust the level in 5 steps
TV VOL TV/VIDEO TIMER SW MIN, SW 5, SW 10, SW 15, and SW MAX.
18 Select SW – – – to stop output.
SETUP SUB TITLE AUDIO ANGLE !3 [VOLUME, +, –]:
To adjust the volume !0
A-B POSITION
REPEAT REPEAT MARKER MEMORY !4 [TEST]:
To start the speaker signal o
Operations
25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
33 34 35
SURROUND SFC LFE LS L C R RS S M
TUNED STEREO kHz
SLEEP MONO MHz
36 37 38 39 40
Main unit Display section
@0 Standby/on button [POWER 8] #3 [SURROUND, SFC]:
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. Show the current sound mode !1.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. #4 [LFE, LS, L, C, R, RS, S]:
@1 [INPUT SELECTOR]: Show the channels contained in the digital input signal. They do not
To select the input source !0 light when input is analog.
@2 [FM MODE]: LFE (Low Frequency Effect): Deep-bass effect.
LS: Surround channel (left)
Press to switch to monaural mode if FM reception is poor !8.
L: Front channel (left)
@3 [MEMORY]: C: Center channel
To preset radio stations !8 R: Front channel (right)
@4 [TUNE MODE]: RS: Surround channel (right)
To allow preset channel selection with [2 TUNING 1] !9 S: If the surround channel is monaural.
@5 Remote control signal sensor #5 [˜]:
@6 Standby indicator [^] Memory indicator, flashes during presetting !8.
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator
#6 [TUNED]:
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
A station is tuned !8.
@7 [WAKE]:
Lights when the unit is in standby mode and the wake timer is set @0. #7 [SLEEP]:
The sleep timer is on @0.
@8 [–MULTI DECODER–, DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY
PRO LOGIC 2, DTS]: #8 [STEREO, MONO]:
STEREO: a stereo FM broadcast is tuned !8.
Operations
Light to indicate the source’s input signal and decoding format used.
DOLBY DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources MONO: you have switched to monaural mode !8.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC 2: Dolby Pro Logic 2 decoder is being used #9 General display
DTS: DTS sources Shows the input mode, radio frequency, and other general
@9 [DIGITAL INPUT]: information.
Lights when digital input is selected !0. $0 [kHz, MHz]:
#0 [VOLUME, p , o]: kHz: AM, or PCM sampling frequency
Volume control and display. p DOWN and o UP light while adjusting MHz: FM
the volume !0.
#1 [PHONES]:
Headphone jack
Plug type: 6.3 mm ( 1/4") stereo
¡Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing
damage.
¡The STEREO mode is engaged when you connect headphones
and you cannot select any of the other sound modes.
#2 [2 TUNING 1]:
For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations !8
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Control guide
This remote control is the key to your home theater experience.
Actual operations depend on your equipment and software.
Be sure to read the instructions for your other components.
You may need to enter a code to operate some equipment (a page 17).
RECEIVER
DVD DVD TV VCR To turn the DVD player on/off
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU
1 15
16 q [TOP MENU]:
To show the first disc menu
2 ENTER
SFC SUBWOOFER
t [STOP g]:
To stop play
>10/ENTER]:
u [1-0, =
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL To enter numbered items and start play from a selected track or
8 chapter
L BALANCE R
i [DIRECT TUNING/DISC]:
TV VOL TV/VIDEO TIMER To enable entry of disc numbers
¡Press a numbered button ([1]-[5]) (5-disc changers only).
9 SETUP SUB TITLE AUDIO ANGLE
20
10 21
Operations
A-B POSITION
REPEAT REPEAT MARKER MEMORY
11 22
12 GROUP PAGE DVD 6CH 23
13 DVD
14
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o [SUB TITLE]: !7 [RETURN]:
To change subtitles To return through menus and clear them
!0 [SETUP]:
To show set up menus !8 [SLOW/SEARCH t, y]:
To search through the disc
!1 [REPEAT]:
To select a repeat play mode !9 [PLAY q]:
To start play
@2 [POSITION MEMORY]:
!4 [PAGE]: (DVD Audio only) To memorize a position to restart play after turning player back on or
To select still pictures reinserting a disc
!5 [MENU]: @3 [MARKER]:
To show disc menus To mark specific points on a disc to return to later
¡ To mark a position: [ENTER] (at the desired point)
¡ To mark another position: [w] or [q] / press [ENTER]
!6 [ENTER]: ¡ To recall a marker: [w] or [q] / press [ENTER]
To confirm item selection in menus
Operations
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Control guide
Operating a VCR
TV
RECEIVER To turn the VCR on/off
DVD TV VCR
VCR
VCR
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU
q [PAUSE h]:
To pause play
e [CHANNEL 1, 2 ]:
SKIP SLOW /SEARCH
6 To select channels sequentially
1 STOP PAUSE PLAY >10/ENTER]:
r [1-0, =
2 7 To select channels directly
SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING
y [SLOW/SEARCH t, y]:
3 SFC SUBWOOFER To fast-forward and rewind
u [PLAY q]:
1 2 3 TEST To start play
4 5 6 TONE
4 Operating a TV
7 8 9 DELAY
DIRECT TUNING/
0 10/ENTER LEVEL
To turn the TV on/off
DISC
L BALANCE R TV
>10/ENTER]:
r [1-0, =
GROUP PAGE DVD 6CH
To select channels directly
Operations
DVD
t [– TV VOL +]:
To adjust the television’s volume
i [TV/VIDEO]:
To select the television’s input mode
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This remote control can operate Panasonic and Technics audiovisual equipment that have remote control sensors. You may need to change the
remote control code.
It can also operate some other brands of televisions, video cassette players, and DVD players. Check the table for the brand and enter the code as
follows.
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU 1 2 3
Enter the first digit.
4 5 6
ENTER
7 8 9
DISPLAY RETURN
0
1 2 3
SOUND MODE CHANNEL VOLUME MUTING Enter the second digit.
4 5 6
SFC SUBWOOFER
7 8 9
1 2 3 TEST 0
4 5 6 TONE
The remote control outputs the on/off signal.
If the code is correct, the equipment turns on or off.
7 8 9 DELAY
If it doesn’t, try entering another code.
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL ¡Note that this remote control cannot operate some equipment and that it may not be perform some
operations.
L BALANCE R
¡Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.
Code table
TV VCR DVD
Manufacturer Code No. Manufacturer Code No. Manufacturer Code No.
Panasonic 01, 02, 26 Panasonic 01, 02, 09, 33 Panasonic 01, 18
Fisher 14 Fisher 13, 14, 15, 18, 34 Denon 01, 17, 18
G.E. 02, 03, 07, 09 Funai 08, 30 Ferguson 02
Operations
GoldStar 07, 15 G.E. 02, 03, 11 Hitachi 11
Hitachi 05, 07 GoldStar 27 JVC 09
JVC 12 Hitachi 09, 10, 11 Kenwood 15
LXI 03, 06, 07, 10, 14, 15 JVC 19, 25, 31, 38, 39, 40 Mitsubishi 06
Magnavox 06, 07, 11, 15, 22 LXI 10, 13, 14, 15, 18, 27, Nordmende 02
Mitsubishi 07, 15, 16, 21 30 Philips 04, 16
NEC 07, 15 Magnavox 02, 09, 12 Pioneer 03
Philco 06, 07 Mitsubishi 21, 22, 28, 29 Raite 13
Philips 06 NEC 19, 25, 31, 38 RCA 02
Pioneer 02, 10, 19 Philco 02, 09, 12, 30 Saba 02
Quasar 02 Philips 02, 09, 12 Sampo 14
RCA 03, 07, 09, 13, 23, 24, Pioneer 09 Samsung 10
25 Quasar 01, 02, 09, 33 Sharp 08
Sanyo 14 RCA 02, 03, 04, 09, 10, 11, Sony 05
Sharp 08, 21 12, 23, 24, 26 Technics 01, 18
Sony 04 Sanyo 14, 18, 34 Thomson 02
Sylvania 06, 07, 15 Sharp 16, 17 Toshiba 04
Symphonic 17 Shintom 32 Yamaha 01, 18
Toshiba 10, 21 Sony 05, 06, 07, 35, 36, 37 Zenith 07, 12
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RECEIVER
RECEIVER TOP MENU MENU
ENTER
4 5 6
1 2 3 TEST
4 5 6 TONE 7 8 9
7 8 9 DELAY
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL 0
L BALANCE R
Improving reception
¡ FM mode
You can improve FM reception by switching reception to monaural.
Press [FM MODE].
“MONO” lights.
Press [FM MODE] again to cancel.
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RECEIVER
DVD TV VCR
TUNER/ INPUT
BAND DIGITAL SELECTOR
RECEIVER
TOP MENU MENU
SFC SUBWOOFER 4 5 6
1 2 3 TEST 7 8 9
4 5 6 TONE
7 8 9 DELAY 0 10/ENTER
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL
2 TUNING 1
L BALANCE R
TV VOL
Selecting channels
Operations
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Making a recording Timer function
WAKE
INPUT SELECTOR
1 2 3 TEST
4 5 6 TONE
7 8 9 DELAY
DIRECT TUNING/
DISC 0 10/ENTER LEVEL
L BALANCE R
TIMER
TV VOL TV/VIDEO TIMER
A-B POSITION
REPEAT REPEAT MARKER MEMORY
DVD
The SLEEP timer can turn the unit off after a set time and the WAKE
Recording on a VCR timer can turn it on. You can use only one timer at a time.
You can record to a VCR connected to VCR OUT. They do not control any other components.
See the recording unit’s operating instructions for details on how to
prepare it for recording. 1. Press [TIMER] to select the timer.
When recording with a VCR, you can record any source except VCR. SLEEP / WAKE / OFF
,
1. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the source to
be recorded. 2. Within 5 seconds
2. Begin recording. Press [–] or [+] to select the required time.
Follow your recording unit’s operating instructions. The display changes as follows:
3. Start the source to be recorded. SLEEP (in minutes)
Follow your equipment’s operating instructions. 30 ,/ 60 , / 90 ,
/ 120
WAKE (in hours)
5H ,/ 6H , / 7H ,/ 8H , / 9H ,
/ 10H
Note
¡You cannot record a source connected through a digital terminal. ¡SLEEP starts working immediately.
When recording DVD or TV, ensure the source is connected through ¡WAKE starts working when you switch the unit to standby.
the corresponding analog terminals and “ANALOG” input is selected. (The “WAKE” indicator lights up.)
¡When you select DVD 6CH mode, only sound from the front left and
right channels is recorded.
To check the setting
Press [TIMER] once.
To change a setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
Others
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Other settings
C LIGHT E PL2
2 MODE
If the room is darkened and the display is too bright, turn off the Press [TUNING 2 or 1] to select “MOVIE” or “PL”.
display light.
The factory setting is ON. 4. Press [MEMORY] and [TUNE MODE] at the same
time to exit the setting mode.
D A/D ATT - A/D attenuator
Turn the A/D attenuator on if “OVERFLOW” lights frequently when
using 2-channel analog input or DVD 6CH input.
The factory setting is OFF.
E PL2
2 MODE - Dolby Pro Logic 2 mode
There is a difference in sound quality between Dolby Pro Logic and
Others
Dolby Pro Logic 2. If you want to have similar effects to Dolby Pro
Logic, change the setting to “PL”.
The factory setting is MOVIE.
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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the
chart do not solve the problem:
In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized
Servicentre closest to you.
¡Determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on.
Sound stops. “F 61” or Causes include:
–Shorting (bare wires touching) of positive and negative speaker wires. 5
“F 61 SD” appears on the
–Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit. 5
display for about a second,
–Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power. –
and the unit turns off. –
–Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation.
¡Consult your dealer if the problem occurs again after switching the unit on. –
“F 70” appears on the display. ¡Turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer. –
Radio Pages
¡Connect the appropriate antenna. (You may need an outdoor antenna or one with 7
more elements.)
The radio cannot be tuned in
¡Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. 7
or there is a lot of noise and
¡Reduce the treble. 12
interference.
¡Turn off nearby televisions, video decks, DVD players, and satellite receivers. –
¡Separate the antenna from other cables, leads, and appliances. –
“RESET” appears on the display. Clean this unit with the included cleaning cloth.
The operation settings for the unit will be initialized to the settings made ¡ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
at the time of shipment.
However, any preset radio stations will not be erased.
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Specifications (IHF’78)
■ AMPLIFIER SECTION ■ FM TUNER SECTION
Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output Frequency range 87.9–107.9 MHz
20 Hz–20 kHz both channels driven Sensitivity 11.2 dBf (2 µV, IHF ’58)
0.9 % total harmonic distortion 100 W per channel (6 Ω) 50 dB quieting sensitivity
1 kHz continuous power output both channels driven MONO 18.3 dBf (4.5 µV, IHF ’58)
0.3 % total harmonic distortion 100 W per channel (6 Ω) STEREO 38.3 dBf (45 µV, IHF ’58)
Total harmonic distortion Total harmonic distortion
rated power at 20 Hz–20 kHz 0.9 % (6 Ω) MONO 0.2 %
half power at 1 kHz 0.08 % (6 Ω) STEREO 0.3 %
Power output at 1kHz each channel driven S/N
0.9 % total harmonic distortion MONO 73 dB
Front 2 x 100 W (6 Ω) STEREO 67 dB
Center 100 W (6 Ω) Frequency response 20 Hz–15 kHz, +1 dB, –2 dB
Surround 2 x 100 W (6 Ω) Alternate channel selectivity 65 dB
Load impedance Capture ratio 1.5 dB
Front 6–8 Ω Image rejection at 98 MHz 40 dB
Center 6–8 Ω Spurious response rejection at 98 MHz 75 dB
Surround 6–8 Ω AM suppression 50 dB
Frequency response Stereo separation
DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TV 10 Hz–44 kHz, ±3 dB 1 kHz 40 dB
Input sensitivity 10 kHz 30 dB
DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TV 27 mV (200 mV, IHF ’66) Antenna terminal 75 Ω (unbalanced)
S/N (IHF A)
DVD, TV (DIGITAL INPUT) 90 dB (98 dB, IHF ’66) ■ AM TUNER SECTION
Input impedance Frequency range 530–1710 kHz
DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TV 22 kΩ Sensitivity 20 µV, 330 µV/m
Tone controls Selectivity 55 dB
BASS 50 Hz, +10 to –10 dB IF rejection at 1000 kHz 50 dB
TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 to –10 dB
Subwoofer frequency response (–6 dB) 7–200 Hz ■ VIDEO SECTION
Output voltage at 1 V input (unbalanced) 1±0.1 Vp-p
Digital input Maximum input voltage 1.5 Vp-p
Optical 2 Input/output impedance 75 Ω
Coaxial 1
■ GENERAL
Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 115 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 52 x 334 mm
(16-15/16'' x 2-1/16'' x 13-5/32'')
Mass 3.5 kg (7.7 lb.)
Notes:
1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum
analyzer.
Product Service
1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by
qualified service personnel if:
Product information
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or For product information or assistance with product operation:
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change 7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site
in performance; or (http://www.panasonic.com).
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at
2. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized
described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to Servicentre closest to you.
authorized servicing personnel.
3. Replacement parts — When parts need replacing ensure the
servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have
Reference
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Warranty (U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America of Puerto Rico, Inc.
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Technics Audio Products
Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage Carry-In or Mail-In Service
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales 7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com
Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax
indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (787)-768-2910.
(“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and
replace will be made by the warrantor. DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
Product or Part Name Parts Labor by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse,
Audio Products (except items listed below) One (1) year One (1) year abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjust-
All Audio Racks (cabinets) Thirty (30) days Not Applicable ments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,
lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant,
Technics Stand Alone Speakers, Subwoofer
Three (3) years Three (3) years or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory
Speakers
Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “ LIMITED
Card Adapters One (1) year Not Applicable
WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
(in exchange for defective item)
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As
Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days
Microphones, Adapters examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of
Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but
Ten (10) days Not Applicable
defective item) are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE
Ninety (90) days Not Applicable LIMITED WARRANTY.
Packs (in exchange for defective item)
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your prod- This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which
uct during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the
warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled
States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the
product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original pur- addresses listed for the warrantor.
chase date is required for warranty service. PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Accessory Purchases:
1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday–Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)