Home Theater Audio System SC-HTR310 Model No. SC-HTR210 The illustration shows SC-HTR310. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Setting up your Home Theater system In this manual, illustrations of SC-HTR310 are used to represent this system unless otherwise mentioned. Step Installing the rack pages 10 to 15) After you have installed the rack, attach the glass top panel, shelf and glass doors.
Setting input signals .......... 33 Reset (factory settings) ........33 When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operate ..........34 Error messages ..........35 Specifi cations ..........35 Troubleshooting guide ......... 36 Digital signals that can be played Reference on this system ..........
Caution for AC Mains Lead (For United Kingdom) (“EB” area code model only) WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH For your safety, please read the following text THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL carefully.
Safety precautions Placement Foreign matter Set the system up on an even surface away from Do not let metal objects fall inside the system. This can cause electric shock or malfunction. direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, Do not let liquids get into the system. This can and excessive vibration.
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Control guide This system (Front view) SC-HTR310 Control panel (display) Front speaker (left) Center speaker Front speaker (right) Subwoofer Subwoofer (right) (left) Caster (Rear view) Rear panel Amplifi er Cut-outs Cut-outs (Front view) SC-HTR210 Control panel Front speaker (left) (display)
Control guide Control panel For adjusting volume ( page 24) VOLUME Standby/on switch WHISPER MODE INPUT SURROUND SELECTOR “SELECTOR” switch pages 22 to 24) page 24) Standby indicator For using “WHISPER MODE SURROUND” page 22) page 29) Display When input signal is fi xed to PCM ( page 33) When input signal is digital DIGITAL INPUT...
Remote control Input mode and remote control mode Standby/on button ( pages 23 to 25) buttons ( pages 24, 25 and 34) Adjusting speaker output Test signal output ( page 23) pages 23 and 29) For using “WHISPER MODE For adjusting the volume SURROUND”...
Installing and assembling the rack Shelf assembly ( page 12) Glass door assembly ( page 15) Glass top panel assembly Speaker net page 12) Setting the caster stoppers page 14) Installing each (DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder page 13) equipment page 13) Installation At least 2 people are necessary for installation.
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Removing casters • Remove casters at unstable places. (thick-piled carpet, etc.) (Bottom plate) • Spread soft cloth on the fl oor and tip the rack back to Front side remove the casters. • Hold and pull to remove. • At least 2 people are necessary for removing casters. Caster •...
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• Change the position of the dowels to move the shelf up or down. • Insert the moulded dowel not to lose even when the shelf is not set. SC-HTR310 SC-HTR210 UNIT: mm UNIT: mm Dowel position Upper Middle...
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255 mm (Maximum depth of equipment) Installing the television (Please also refer to the television’s operating instructions.) Recommended: : 50 inches or less SC-HTR310 SC-HTR210 : 42 inches or less Place the television (with stand attached) in the center of the rack.
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Set the caster stoppers under 4 casters circled with the from moving. dotted line of fi gure below. • When setting the caster stoppers, match the front side of SC-HTR310 SC-HTR210 caster with the arrow of the caster stopper. Front side Front side...
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Glass door assembly Remove 4 screws from the glass holder Screw Board using a Phillips-head screwdriver and take out the board. • Before taking out the board, remove the tape fi xing the Phillips-head glass holder. screwdriver • Use the Phillips-head screwdriver that matches the screw Glass size.
Home Theater connections Basic connections Connection cable Stereo phono cable (not included) 21-pin scart cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connect the video Use this connection directly from the so audio from the Audio out...
HDMI cable Optical fibre cable (not included) (not included) HDMI cable notes • Use a Panasonic HDMI cable for best results. Make the connection either A or B according to the suitability for your equipment. Digital audio Audio out HDMI input...
Home Theater connections Connecting with digital terminal-mouted equipment Connection cable Optical fibre cable (not included) Coaxial cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connect the video Use this connection directly from the so audio from the...
• Turn off all components before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connecting with VCR Connection cable Optical fibre cable (not included) Stereo phono cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connect the video Use this connec- directly from the...
Other connections Connecting a set top box (cable or satellite) Connection cable Optical fibre cable (not included) Coaxial cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connect the video Use this directly from the...
• Turn off all components before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connecting a combination DVD recorder/VCR Connection for equipment with DVD/VCR terminal. Connection cable Optical fibre cable (not included) Stereo phono cable (not included) •...
AC mains supply connection Connect AC mains lead after all other cables are connected. FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION. Amplifier AC mains lead (included) Household mains socket (AC 230 V to 240 V, 50 Hz) Appliance inlet Insertion of connector...
Checking speaker output You can check audio output with a test signal 1. Press to turn on the system. 2. Press to output the test signal. Speaker 3. Press to adjust the volumes of front speakers to the normal listening level. •...
Enjoying movies and music Turn on the television and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using Preparation television remote control. Control panel Operation on the control panel Turn on the system Press Select the source. (The input source INPUT Press switches each time you...
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See page 37 for digital signals that can be played on this system. To turn on the system Press the button. To select the source (factory setting) Press one of these : TV buttons. BD/DVD : Blu-ray Disc player/ DVD recorder AUX 1 : AUX1 terminal AUX 2...
Enjoying movies and music The effects for sound field differ depending on input source. Select the mode you prefer. Sound fi eld Dolby Virtual Speaker You can enjoy surround effects just like 5.1 channel. (Dolby Pro Logic works with video cassettes or CD stereo sources.) Dolby Virtual Speaker has the following modes.
Using Dolby Virtual Speaker • The mode switches each time you press the button. ( page 26) Press Using Dolby Pro Logic Press Using SFC (Sound Field Control) You can enjoy by adding your favourite surround effect in addition to the Dolby Virtual Speaker above) effect.
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) and a Panasonic DVD recorder (DIGA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
Functions and settings Press To cancel Press again. If cancelled, “W.S. OFF ” is displayed. This setting can be made on control panel as well. Control panel Using VOLUME “WHISPER MODE WHISPER MODE INPUT Press SURROUND SELECTOR SURROUND” [WHISPER MODE SURROUND] indicator You can enjoy dynamic •...
Functions and settings Press and hold for about 2 seconds. 2 Press to select “REAL C.”. Press confirm. • Select “EXIT” and confi rm REAL CENTER REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, to fi nish the setup mode. function TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT Makes the dialogue Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
AUTO , OFF, 10, 20, 30, 40 Factory setting: AUTO by delaying audio output when pictures For only combination with Panasonic TV arrive after sounds. (VIERA) Supporting HDAVI Control 3. Press 4 Press a few times to select confirm.
Functions and settings Press and hold for about 2 seconds. Press Press to select confirm. “DUAL PRG”. Select “EXIT” and confi rm • REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, Switching between to fi nish the setup mode. TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT dual sounds Only appears when audio adjustment can be made.
Setting input Press and hold for about 2 seconds. signals Press Press to select “INPUT confirm. Most sources can be • Select “EXIT” and REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, MODE”. played with “AUTO ” confi rm to fi nish the TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, (factory setting).
Functions and settings When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operate When using this system’s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system’s remote control code to “REMOTE 1”. Do the following to set the same code number for this system and remote control.
SFC is not available for multi-channel LPCM signal. (Scrolling) Specifi cations AMPLIFIER SECTION RACK SYSTEM RMS Output Power of each channel driven (SC-HTR310) 10 % total harmonic distortion INCLUDING SPEAKER 1 kHz Front CH 70 W per channel (4 Ω) Dimensions (W x H x D)
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following 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, consult your dealer for instructions. Problem Possible solution Pages No power.
Problem Possible solution Pages • Confi rm “Setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF ”” is set to “ON ” (in simultaneous operation). When it is “OFF ”, change to “ON ”. • VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” does not function in power saving standby mode when this system is turned off.
Glossary Analogue Optical Audio signals produced from L/R audio output terminals of Using optical fi bre cable for digital signal input/output from DVD, general equipment is called analogue audio. CD, etc., provides better sound quality for playback or recording compared to analogue. Only possible with equipment that has CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded an optical terminal.
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Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
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Når dette apparatet skal kobles helt fra strømnettet (AC), må støpslet verkkojohdon pistoke pistorasiasta. på strømkabelen trekkes ut av stikkontakten. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://panasonic.net RQTX0151-B Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) H0308RT0 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany...