Panasonic SC-BT303 - Manuals

5 RQT9508 Control reference guide (remote control) 1 Turn the unit on and off ( > 19) 2 Display the Home screen of VIERA CAST ( > 32) 3 Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters ( > 20, 34) (The character buttons may be used when operating VIERA CAST contents. B 32) [CANCEL] : ...

6 RQT9508 Getting s tar te d Control reference guide (main unit) 1 Standby/on switch (POWER Í /I) ( > 19) 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. 2 Open or close the disc tray ( > 19) 3 [BT300] \BT303...

7 RQT9508 Assembling the speakers [BT300] \BT303\ : Front speakers Preparation ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it. ≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver (not included). ≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 46. ≥ You will need to obtain th...

8 RQT9508 Positioning G et ting St arte d How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Setup example Place the front, center, surround and surround back speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. Using “SMART SETUP” ( > 15) is a convenient way ...

9 RQT9508 Speaker connections 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 complete. Setup example * [BT300] \BT303\ : The speaker cables are attached to the speaker stands. ≥ Refer t...

10 RQT9508 TV connections For connections with a video cable ( > below) For connections with a component video cable ( > 11) For connections with an HDMI cable ( > 11) My TV has COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals and HDMI IN terminal. Which should I connect with? ≥ The different levels of picture...

11 RQT9508 Do not disconnect the video cable even if the below is connected. Some features may not be displayed. Do not disconnect the video cable even if the below is connected. Some features may not be displayed. Connections with a component video cable ≥ Connect to terminals of the same color. ≥ ...

12 RQT9508 Connections to a Set Top Box, etc. Use the following connections when you want to output the original surround audio from your Set Top Box, cable TV, VCR, DVD recorder, etc. through this unit’s speakers. ≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, t...

13 RQT9508 Radio antenna connections ≥ Keep loose antenna cables away from other wires and cables. Use outdoor antenna if FM/AM radio reception is poor. ≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use. ≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm. OPTICAL 2(STB) 1(TV) L R DIGITAL...

15 RQT9508 SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP The SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen assists you to make the necessary settings. When the system is switched on for the first time, the SMART SETUP / EASY SETUP screen for the basic settings is displayed automatically. Follow the on-screen prompts to make basic set...

16 RQT9508 Showing START menu Some functions of this unit can be operated from the START menu. 1 Press [ Í ] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [START]. ≥ Items displayed vary according to the chosen selector and media. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [OK]. Items Functions Playback DISCPlay...

17 RQT9508 Selecting the playback source Selecting the source from the START menu You can select sound modes, desired source, or access playback/menus by using the START menu. 1 Press [ Í ] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [START] to show the START menu. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and then pre...

18 RQT9508 Enjoying sound from all speakers and various sound effects ≥ The following sound effects/modes may not be available or have no effect with some sources, or when headphones are used ( > 19). ≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects/modes are used with s...

19 RQT9508 Basic operations ∫ To adjust the volume. It is also possible to adjust the volume with the volume knob on the main unit. ∫ To mute the sound. Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in these operating instructions. Preparation Turn on the TV and select...

20 RQT9508 Basic operations Other operations during play (These functions may not work depending on the media.) Stop The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [ 1 PLAY] to restart from this position. ≥ The position is cleared if the tray is opened or you press [ ∫ STOP] several t...

22 RQT9508 Enjoying BD-LIVE or BONUSVIEW in BD-Video [BD-V] What is BONUSVIEW? BONUSVIEW allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-pictu re or secondary audio etc., with BD-Video supporting BD-ROM Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile. What is BD-Live? In addition to the BONUSVIEW fun...

23 RQT9508 Playing still pictures [JPEG] Playback of a BD-RE, DVD-RAM/R/R DL, CD-R/RW, or SD card with still pictures recorded.(About structure of folders D 44, “Structure of folders that can play back on this unit”) 1 Insert a disc or an SD card. ( > 19) BD-RE, DVD-RAM “Album View” screen is dis...

24 RQT9508 Playing still pictures Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. BD-RE, DVD-RAM 1 While the “Album View” screen is displayedPress [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the album and press [SUB MENU]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ...

25 RQT9508 Playing music [CD] [MP3] You can generally play any available music CD or MP3 file recorded onto a DVD-R/R DL and CD-R/RW.(About structure of folders D 44 , “Structure of folders that can play back on this unit”) 1 Insert a disc. ( > 19) ≥ If a media containing data in different file f...

26 RQT9508 Listening to the Radio Up to 30 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM. 1 Press [RADIO] to select “ FM ” or “ AM ”. 2 Press [STATUS] to select the position to start the auto preset search. Each time you press the button: LOWEST (factory preset): To begin auto preset with the lowest f...

27 RQT9508 Enjoying TV, etc. with this unit’s speakers You can enjoy TV broadcasts with this unit’s speakers. Preparation Confirm the audio connection to the OPTICAL IN or AUX terminal on the main unit. ( > 10 to 12) Turn on the TV. 1 Press [EXT-IN] several times to select “D-IN 1” (DIGITAL IN 1)...

28 RQT9508 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ”) When switching between this unit’s speakers and TV speakers, the TV screen may be blank for several seconds. What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? VIERA Link TM is a new name for EZ Sync TM . VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a c...

30 RQT9508 Using the iPod You can enjoy iPod music through this unit’s speakers or view iPod videos/photos on the TV. Preparation ≥ To view photos/videos from the iPod. – Ensure the video connection to the VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit ( > 10). – Operate the iPod menu to make the appropriate vi...

31 RQT9508 This system features two different iPod playback modes.The first of these is EXTENDED mode, for playback of music and video contents. With this mode, you can operate the iPod from the main unit. The second mode is SIMPLE mode, which can be used for playback of three types of contents – mu...

32 RQT9508 Enjoying VIERA CAST TM You can access a selection of Internet services from the Home screen with VIERA CAST, for example YouTube, Picasa Web Albums.(Current as of February 2009) ≥ VIERA CAST requires a broadband Internet connection. Dial-up Internet connections cannot be used. Firmware up...

33 RQT9508 Network settings These settings are used if you will connect this unit to the Internet. ≥ The connection to the Internet may take time or the Internet may not be connected depending on the connection environment. ( > 40) It is required that you use a broadband connection. Preparation ≥...

35 RQT9508 Changing settings with the on-screen menu On-screen menu operations 1 Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD” or “SD”. 2 Press [DISPLAY]. 3 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the menu and press [ 1 ]. 4 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the item and press [ 1 ]. 5 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select the setting. ≥ Dependi...

37 RQT9508 Changing the unit’s settings Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Underlined items are the factory presets. Setup menu operations 1 Press [BD/SD] to select “BD/DVD” or “SD”. 2 While stopped Press [SETUP]. 3 Press [ 3 ,...

38 RQT9508 Changing the unit’s settings To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 ( > 37) “Audio” Dynamic Range Compression [BD-V] [AVCHD] [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD only)Change the dynamic range ( > 54) for late night viewing. ≥ On ≥ Off ≥ Auto: Effective...

39 RQT9508 *1 This function has no effect when S.SURROUND is selected during AUX (TV) playback.*2 In this unit, a P4HD ( > 55) video processor is used to provide video of optimal resolution to the connected TV. “TV / Device Connection” TV Aspect Set to match the type of TV connected. When connect...

40 RQT9508 Changing the unit’s settings To select these settings, perform steps 1 to 5 ( > 37) “Network” IP Address/DNS Settings ( > 33) ≥ Press [OK] to show the following settings. Connection Test — — — — IP Address Auto Configuration ( DHCP ) ≥ On ≥ Off IP Address — — —. — — —. — — —. — — — ...

41 RQT9508 Delay time ( ) For optimum listening with 7.1-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, surround and surround back speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make...

42 RQT9508 Disc and card information This chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on the discs and/or packaging. This chart shows the different type of discs recorded with other devices that you can use. ...

43 RQT9508 This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with other devices that you can use.In these operating instructions, the cards shown in the table ( D below) are comprehensively called SD cards. * Including miniSD Card and microSD Card ≥ A miniSD Card and a microSD Card must be used ...

44 RQT9508 About MP3/JPEG files ∫ Structure of folders that can play back on this unit You can play files on this unit by structure of folders as shown below. However depending on the method of writing data (writing software), play may not be in the order you numbered the folders. : Folder which can...

45 RQT9508 Wireless connections (optional) ∫ Wireless setup diagram e.g., 7.1ch LS : Surround (left), RS : Surround (right) ≥ Place on the side of the seating position, about 1 m (3 ft) higher than ear level. LB : Surround back (left), RB : Surround back (right) ≥ Place behind the seating position, ...

46 RQT9508 Speaker installation options 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 10 k g (22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a w...

47 RQT9508 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, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 58 if you res...

48 RQT9508 Troubleshooting guide Displays Page TV screen and video The display is dim. ≥ Change “FL Display” in the Setup menu. 38 The elapsed time displayed is actually less than the play time. ≥ The displayed play time is converted from the number of frames at 29.97 frames (equal to 0.999 seconds)...

51 RQT9508 Messages The following messages or service numbers appear on the TV or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. On the TV Page Cannot play. ≥ You inserted an incompatible disc (Discs recorded in PAL video, etc.). 42, 43 Cannot display on this unit. ≥ You t...

52 RQT9508 Messages Frequently asked questions On the unit’s display (continued) Page “ [W1] ” is flashing. (when using the optional wireless accessory: SH-FX70) ≥ There is no link between this unit and the wireless system. Check that the wireless system is plugged into the household AC outlet and i...

54 RQT9508 Glossary AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. BD-J Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive features in additi...

56 RQT9508 Specifications ∫ Front speakers SB-HF770 [BT300] \BT303\ Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass-ref.) Full range 6.5 cm (2 1 / 2 z ) Cone type (Bamboo Cone) Impedance/Input power (IEC) 3 ≠ /125 W (Max) * 1 Output sound pressure 79 dB/W (1 m) Frequency range 80 Hz to 25 kHz ( j 16 dB) 90 Hz to...

57 RQT9508 Playable disc: BD-Video: BD-ROM Version 2BD-RE: Version 3 (Single Layer, Dual Layer), JPEG* 7 BD-R Version 2 (Single Layer, Dual Layer) DVD-RAM: DVD Video Recording format, AVCHD format* 8 , JPEG* 5 DVD-R/DVD-R DL: DVD-Video format* 2 , DVD Video Recording format* 2 , AVCHD format* 2, 8 ,...

58 RQT9508 Limited Warranty (Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company,Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Home Theater Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage (For U.S.A. and Puerto Rico Only) If...

59 RQT9508 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase....

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