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Panasonic SC-HT540 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System
SC-HT540/SC-HT990
Model No.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels
containing the region number "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2
EB
The illustration shows SC-HT540.
2
3
ALL
5
Advanced

progressive scan

Provides a smoother
and sharper image.
Compatible with a variety
of media formats
DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio,
DVD-Video, DivX and more.
High-performance

sound effects

Sound quality enhancement,
Bass enhancement and more.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
[Note[
"EB" on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
12
page
16
page
34
page
RQT8722-B

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operations Guide The illustration shows SC-HT540. Operating Instructions DVD Home Theater Sound System SC-HT540/SC-HT990 Model No. Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”. Example: Advanced progressive scan Provides a smoother and sharper image.

  • Page 2: Accessories

    Customer Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays). ≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk. [HT540]: indicates features applicable to SC-HT540 only. [HT990]: SC-HT990 only. System Main unit Front speakers...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Accessories ......2 Caution for AC Mains Lead ... . 4 Getting Safety precautions .

  • Page 4: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    Caution for AC Mains Lead (For United Kingdom) (“EB” area code models only) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources.

  • Page 6: Assembling The Speakers

    2 Attach the speaker to the stand. Cable Pull gently. The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS990 front speakers, SB-FS741 surround speakers, SB-FS540 front or surround speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. [HT540] 2 Bases...

  • Page 7: Step

    Speaker Stand Cover plate Remove before attaching the speaker and keep for wall- mount use (➜ page 38). Secure the speaker to the stand. Speaker Screw Tighten securely. Ensure the speaker cable is centered in the groove. Stand Connect the speaker cable. : White : Blue Press the speaker cable...

  • Page 8: Positioning The Speakers

    Positioning the speakers STEP 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 curtains.

  • Page 9: Speaker Connections

    Notes on speaker use ≥ 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. –...

  • Page 10: Audio And Video Connections

    To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output from the SCART (AV) terminal. Select “RGB/No Output” from QUICK SETUP (➜ page 14). ≥ This connection will also enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other equipment” (➜ page 37).

  • Page 11: Connecting To A Television With Audio/Video Terminals

    Video cable (not included) § This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other equipment” (➜ page 37). Using other video connections for improved picture quality ∫ Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals.
  • Page 12 ≥ Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p” or “576p”, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen (➜ page 26, Picture Menu). ≥ Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i·50p, 525 (480)/60i·60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

  • Page 13: Radio And Ac Mains Lead Connections

    Radio and AC mains lead connections STEP AM loop antenna ≥ Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete. ≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 33). AM loop antenna Stand the antenna up on its base. Place the antenna where reception is best.

  • Page 14: Preparing The Remote Control

    Preparing the remote control STEP Remote control Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. R6/LR6, AA Performing QUICK SETUP STEP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.).

  • Page 15: Control Reference Guide

    Open/Close the disc tray (18) Display SELECTOR (32) DVD/CD#FM#AM#TV MUSIC P.#Return to DVD/CD § “TV” works only when the scart cable is connected (➜ page 10). The illustration shows SC-HT540. § (37), AUX (37) (34) (34) (35, 34) (34) (35)

  • Page 16: Discs That Can Be Played

    [DVD-VR] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders using the DCF Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders [conforming to §2...

  • Page 17: Disc Caution

    Disc caution ∫ To clean discs Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. Maintenance Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth. ≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth. Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction.

  • Page 18: Basic Play

    Basic play To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). ≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. Using the main unit Turn the unit on.

  • Page 19: Using The Remote Control

    If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 40 to 42). Using the remote control Numbered buttons CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the display. Stop ≥ Press [1 PLAY] to resume.

  • Page 20: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Numbered buttons CANCEL FUNCTIONS Displaying current playback condition Press [FUNCTIONS]. Each time you press the button: Main menu (➜ page 24) -----------> Basics ------------>Details ^------------- off (No on-screen display) ,-----------------b ∫ Basics e.g. [DVD-V] Title Playback condition Program Playback Play mode ∫...

  • Page 21: Using Navigation Menus

    Playing data discs using navigation menus Numbered buttons STOP TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 27) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX video contents.

  • Page 22: Selecting A Track Using Cd Text

    Playing data discs using navigation menus Selecting a track using CD text [CD] Titles appear with CD Text disc playback. Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. ≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. e.g. CD text Press [3, 4] to select the track and press [ENTER].
  • Page 23 ≥ You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit. ≥ The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.

  • Page 24: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus Numbered buttons CANCEL FUNCTIONS Show the Main menu. Select the menu. Select Go to the e.g. next menu Register Return to the previous menu Make the settings. Select e.g. Title Chapter Register Time Audio Subtitle Angle Other Settings Press to exit.

  • Page 25: Other Settings

    ≥ [DVD-VR] “On” or “Off” appears only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders). Other Settings [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) To change play speed – from “k0.6” to “k1.4”...

  • Page 26: Picture Menu

    Using on-screen menus Other Settings ∫ Picture Menu Normal Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Animation: Suitable for animation. Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for powerful images. User: Press [ENTER] to select “Picture Adjustment”...

  • Page 27: Audio Menu

    Other Settings ∫ Audio Menu ➜ Dolby Pro page 34, Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby Pro Logic II) Logic II To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, 3-channel or higher, with the Dialogue dialogue recorded in the center Enhancer channel)

  • Page 28: Changing The Player Settings

    Changing the player settings Numbered buttons SETUP Setup Disc Audio Video Subtitle Audio Menus Display Advanced Disc Review Others Ratings to select and press ENTER ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥ Underlined items are the factory settings in the following diagram.
  • Page 29 QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “Disc” tab ≥English Audio Choose the audio language. ≥Swedish ≥Automatic Subtitle Choose the subtitle language. ≥Polish ≥English Menus Choose the language for disc ≥Swedish menus. Changing the menu language in QUICK SETUP also changes this setting.
  • Page 30 Changing the player settings QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “Video” tab (Continued) NTSC Disc Output Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when playing NTSC discs (➜ page 16, Video systems). Picture/Video Output Change the video signal format to be output for JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video if...

  • Page 31: Changing The Delay Time Of The Speakers

    Changing the delay time of the speakers (Effective when playing multi-channel audio) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.

  • Page 32: Using The Radio

    Using the radio Numbered buttons FUNCTIONS The illustration shows SC-HT540. -TUNE MODE / -FM MODE Presetting stations automatically ain unit only Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM. Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

  • Page 33: Rds Broadcasting

    RDS broadcasting The unit can display the text data transmitted by the radio data system (RDS) available in some areas. If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS signals, “RDS” will light up on the display. When “FM” is selected Press [FUNCTIONS] to display the text data.

  • Page 34: Using Sound Effects

    Using sound effects SUBWOOFER LEVEL - SFC, SRD ENH) CH SELECT, TEST [Note] ≥ The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect depending on the type of source, or when headphones are used. ≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources.

  • Page 35: Enhancing The Bass Sound: H.bass

    Enhancing the bass sound: 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. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playing source.

  • Page 36: Using Other Useful Functions

    Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not included). Headphone plug type: ‰3.5 mm stereo mini plug The illustration shows SC-HT540. Adjust headphone volume with [VOLUME]. ≥ Audio is automatically switched to 2-channel stereo. Reduce the volume and connect the external device (not included).

  • Page 37: Operating Other Equipment

    Operating other equipment TV/AV You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment referring to “Set Top Box or video cassette recorder connection” (➜ page 12). [Note] The remote control may not work properly with some models.

  • Page 38: Speaker Installation Options

    Speaker installation options ∫ Attaching to a wall You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. ≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting over 10 kg per screw.
  • Page 39 Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand 1 Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net. 2 Position the cable. Approx. 15 cm 3 Attach the speaker net with the screws. ∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included) [Except front speakers ([HT540] [HT990]) and surround speakers ([HT990])] Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Power No power. The unit is automatically switched to standby mode.
  • Page 41 Subtitle ≥ Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu) Subtitle position is wrong. ≥ Display the subtitles. (“Subtitle” in Main menu) No subtitles. ≥ Subtitles may not be displayed depending on the disc. Marker ≥ You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM or DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs. Cannot add markers.
  • Page 42 Troubleshooting guide Progressive video There is ghosting when progressive output is on. Pictures not in progressive output. Listening to the radio Distorted sound or noise is heard. “ST” flickers or does not light. A beat sound is heard. A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts.

  • Page 43: Glossary

    Glossary Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding. DivX DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc. DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual quality that maintains a relatively small file size.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Picture resolution: between 160k120 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed. MPEG4 data recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/ MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system...

  • Page 45: Speaker Section

    SPEAKER SECTION [HT540] [Front\speakers\SB-FS540] Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) 252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm Mass [HT540] [Surround\speakers\SB-FS741] Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC)
  • Page 46 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
  • Page 47 MEMO...
  • Page 48 THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ (Side of product) Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

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