Panasonic SC-BTT560 SC-BTT500 SC-BTT460 SC-BTT400 - Manuals

Page 2 - Precautions; WARNING

2 VQT4Q16 Precautions Unit To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. ≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. ≥ Use only the recommended accessories. ≥ Do not remove covers. ≥ Do n...

Page 3 - For business users in the European Union; Caution for AC Mains; Before use; To dispose or transfer this unit; Cd; Restriction on use of; Figure A

3 VQT4Q16 The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete the user settings. ( > 46, "To return all settings to the factory preset.")...

Page 4 - Table of contents; Getting started

4 VQT4Q16 Table of contents Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Getting started Package contents and accessories . . . . . . . . 5Unit and media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Playable media . . ....

Page 5 - Package contents and accessories; Parts number; Package contents

5 G e tti n g started P layb ack T V & Rad io Ad va n ced o p erati o n s Referen ce VQT4Q16 Getting started Package contents and accessories Check the package contents and supplied accessories before using this unit. ∫ Parts number Package contents SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER CENTER CENTER FRONT SURROU...

Page 6 - Unit and media care; Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.; Accessories; DO

6 VQT4Q16 ∏ 1 Remote control For the United Kingdom and Ireland(N2QAYB000728)Except the United Kingdom and Ireland(N2QAYB000729) ∏ 2 Batteries for remote control ∏ 1 AC mains lead For the United Kingdom and Ireland(K2CT2CA00007) Except the United Kingdom and Ireland(K2CQ2CA00006) ∏ 1 FM indoor anten...

Page 7 - Playable media; Device; Video; (Compatible with both mini and micro types); USB devices; BD

7 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 Playable media ≥ See pages 8 and 53 for more information on the types of content that can be played. Device Disc markings Device types Contents format BD-Video Video BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO BD-R Video, MKV DVD-Video Video DVD-R Video, AVCHD, MKV, JPEG, MPO, FLAC, MP3, WA...

Page 8 - ALL

8 VQT4Q16 ∫ Discs that cannot be played by this unit ≥ DVD-RAM ≥ Super Audio CD ≥ Photo CD ≥ DVD-Audio ≥ Video CD and Super Video CD ≥ WMA discs ≥ DivX discs ≥ HD DVD ∫ Region management information BD-Video This unit can play BD-Video discs supporting the region code “ B ”. Example: DVD-Video This ...

Page 9 - Control reference guide; Using the remote control; TV operation buttons; i j; Remote control

9 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 Control reference guide e.g., [For[the[United[Kingdom[and[Ireland] ∫ Using the remote control Insert so the poles ( i and j ) match those in the remote control. Point it at the remote control signal sensor on this unit. ( > 10) 1 Turn the unit on and off 2 Select tit...

Page 12 - For optimum position; Centre speaker; Enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly

12 VQT4Q16 STEP 1: Positioning For optimum position Place the front, centre and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. ≥ Adjust the volume using the Delay time function if the distance between each speaker and the seating position is not equal. ( > 43) A C...

Page 13 - STEP 2: Preparing the speakers; Front speakers; Attach the stand to the base.; After connecting the speaker cable (; Assembling the speakers; Groove

13 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 STEP 2: Preparing the speakers [BTT560] [BTT460] Front speakers 1 Attach the stand to the base. 2 Tighten the 3 screws (supplied) securely. 3 Slide the speaker cable into the groove. 4 Attach the speaker. 5 Tighten the screw (supplied) securely. ≥ After connecting the ...

Page 14 - Connecting the speaker cables; Speaker cable sticker

14 VQT4Q16 Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) and connect the speaker cables to the speakers. ≥ [BTT560] [BTT500] When connecting speakers with the optional wireless system SH-FX71 ( > 12), use the supplied speaker cables of SH-FX71. e.g., Surround speaker Connecting the speaker cables S...

Page 15 - Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same colour.; Speaker connection

15 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 STEP 3: Connections Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete. Connect the speaker cables to the terminals of the same colour. Speaker connection S...

Page 16 - Connecting to a TV; Optical digital audio cable*; FM antenna connection

16 VQT4Q16 ∫ HDMI ≥ Use the ARC compatible High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. ≥ Audio will be output through the system’s speakers when “O...

Page 17 - When the connecting devices have an HDMI terminal; When the connecting devices do not have an HDMI terminal; Other device connection

17 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 ∫ [BTT560] [BTT500] When the connecting devices have an HDMI terminal HDMI standby pass-through Even if this system is in standby mode, the audio and/or video signal from the device connected to the HDMI1 IN (CABLE/SAT) or HDMI2 IN terminal will be sent to the TV conne...

Page 18 - Connecting to the network; Wireless LAN connection

18 VQT4Q16 The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband. ≥ Firmware can be updated ( > 21) ≥ You can enjoy BD-Live ( > 26) ≥ You can enjoy VIERA Connect ( > 32) ≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) ( > 33) ≥ [BTT560] [BTT500] This unit supports Wi-...

Page 19 - STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead; Connect only after all other connections are complete.; This unit consumes a small amount of AC power (; AC mains lead

19 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead Connect only after all other connections are complete. ≥ This unit consumes a small amount of AC power ( > 52) even when turned off. For the purpose of power conservation, the unit can be disconnected if you will not be using it ...

Page 20 - “Wired” connection; Before beginning wireless connection setup; Search for wireless network:; Easy Setting

20 VQT4Q16 STEP 5: Settings After connecting your new home theatre for the first time and pressing [ Í ], a screen for the basic settings will appear. PreparationTurn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 Press [ Í ]. Setup screen appears. 2 Follow the on-scre...

Page 21 - To update the firmware; Reprogramming the

21 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the hub or router. ≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy Network Setting” in the Setup menu. ( > 40) ≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network Settings”. ( > 40) ≥ Do not use this unit to ...

Page 22 - Wireless LAN Adaptor; Enjoying TV with unit’s; Only works with Dolby Dual Mono.; Selecting the type of audio

22 VQT4Q16 Inserting or removing media ≥ When inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the right way up. ≥ When removing the SD card, press the centre of the card and pull it straight out. ≥ If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, the setup screen may be displayed on ...

Page 23 - HOME menu; AUX terminal

23 G e tti n g started VQT4Q16 HOME menu Major functions of this unit can be operated from the HOME menu. Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 Press [ Í ] to turn on the unit. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1 ] to select the item and press [OK]. ≥ If ...

Page 24 - Multi User Mode; Using coloured buttons; Personalizing a new user; Switching the user

24 VQT4Q16 Multi User Mode Multi User Mode is a function that enables switching of multiple settings easily.Up to 4 people can use the unit with their own settings. The following settings can be personalized. ≥ The user icon ≥ The wallpaper of HOME menu ≥ The audio and picture settings ( > 34, 37...

Page 25 - Playback; Resume play function; Operations during playback; Stop

25 G e tti n g started P layb ack VQT4Q16 Pla ybac k Playback 1 Insert the media. Playback starts depending on the media. 2 Select the item to play and press [OK]. Repeat this procedure if necessary. ≥ DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [ ∫ STOP] when you have finished playbac...

Page 26 - Preparation; Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.; Deleting data/Formatting SD; Displaying menus and; Show the status messages; Enjoying 3D video and photos

26 VQT4Q16 Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU]. Select the item and press [OK]. While playing, press [STATUS]. The status messages give you information about what is currently being played. Each time you press [STATUS], the display information may change or will disappear from the screen. ≥ Depending on me...

Page 27 - Select an item and press the green button.; The following items can be set.; Using the iPod/iPhone; Underlined models can also be; Slideshow; Interval; Change the display interval.; Repeat Play

27 P layb ack VQT4Q16 Play a slideshow of photos and make various settings during the playback. 1 Insert the media. 2 Select “Photos”. 3 Select an item and press the green button. The following items can be set. ≥ Still pictures displayed as “ ” cannot be played back with this unit. ≥ When a music C...

Page 28 - iPod/iPhone Connection; Connecting with a dedicated

28 VQT4Q16 Connect the iPod/iPhone to either of the USB port or the Dock ( [BTT560] and [BTT500] only). ≥ [BTT560] [BTT500] Only underlined iPod/iPhone on page 27 can be connected to the Dock. Preparation ≥ Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum. 1 Connect the iP...

Page 29 - VIERA Link “HDAVI; Set “VIERA Link” to “On” (; What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”?; Automatic input switching

29 P layb ack T V & Rad io VQT4Q16 TV & Ra dio VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Preparation 1 Set “VIERA Link” to “On” ( > 42). (The default setting is “On”.) 2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). 3 Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and sele...

Page 30 - Connecting the HDMI cable; Enjoying TV and STB with; Select the TV audio; Select the STB audio; HDMI cable

30 VQT4Q16 You can select whether audio is output from the unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. Switch the audio output setting of the TV to this unit’s speakers. When the TV is turned on, this unit will also automatically turn on. 1 Press [HOME]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 , 2 , 1...

Page 31 - io; Listening to the Radio; Manual tuning and presetting; PS; Presetting stations

31 T V & Rad io VQT4Q16 Listening to the Radio You can preset up to 30 channels. Preparation Make sure that the FM antenna is connected. ( > 16) 1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”. 2 Press and hold [STATUS] to select “LOWEST” or “CURRENT”.LOWEST To begin auto preset with the lowest frequency (FM8...

Page 32 - VIERA Connect (Enjoying; To exit from VIERA Connect; Online movie rental service; Internet

32 VQT4Q16 Advan ced operatio ns VIERA Connect (Enjoying Internet Service) VIERA Connect allows you to access some specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, etc. from VIERA Connect Home screen. This unit has no full browser function and all feature...

Page 33 - Home Network feature; Playing back contents on

33 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 Home Network feature You can share photos, videos and music stored in the DLNA Certified media server (PC with Windows 7 installed, smartphone, etc.) connected to your home network, and enjoy the contents with this home theatre.You can also enjoy viewing the vi...

Page 34 - Option menu

34 VQT4Q16 Option menu A variety of playback operations and settings can be performed from this menu.Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. About Multi User Mode : Settings of the items with this indication are saved by the respective users register...

Page 35 - Personal Taste; Picture Settings

35 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 ∫ Playback Information Window Displays the following. Press [RETURN] to exit. ∫ Control Panel Display the Control Panel.Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.e.g., Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel. ∫ Top Menu Display Top Menu. ∫ Pop-up Menu Display P...

Page 36 - Sound Settings

36 VQT4Q16 “Surround Effects” and “Sound Effects” can also be set by using the [SURROUND] and [SOUND] on the remote control. ( > 44) ∫ Surround Effects ¾ BD/DVD (Multi-ch Source): ¾ TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source): ∫ Sound Effects* 1, 2, 3 ¾ TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source): Re-master:This feature gives you brigh...

Page 37 - Setup menu; : Settings of the items with this indication are; D Settings; Keep original picture format.; Picture

37 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 ∫ Signal Format ∫ 3D Picture Mode ∫ Manual Settings ∫ Graphic Display Level (Only when “Full HD” is selected in “3D Type” ( > 39).) 3D position for the Option menu or message screen, etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback. Setup menu Change the unit’s setti...

Page 38 - Sound

38 VQT4Q16 ∫ HDMI Output Press [OK] to show the following settings: ¾ HDMI Video Format The items supported by the connected devices are indicated on the screen as “ ¢ ”. When any item without “ ¢ ” is selected, the images may be distorted. ≥ If “Automatic” is selected, the best suited output resolu...

Page 41 - You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect.; Ratings

41 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 ¾ Network Drive Connection It is possible to access the shared folder of equipment not compatible with DLNA, such as the Windows XP operating system, and play back video, still pictures, and music on this unit.For the setting and operation method of connected e...

Page 43 - Adjusting speaker level; ] to adjust the volume of each; Delay time; ] to select the distance; Speaker settings; Setting

43 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 A Volume (Channel balance) B Delay time for the Centre speaker C Delay time for the Surround and Surround back speakers* * Surround back speakers: optional ( > 12) ∫ Adjusting speaker level (Effective when playing multi-channel audio) 1 Select “Test” and pre...

Page 44 - Adjusting speaker level during; Speaker installation; Surround Effects; DO NOT

44 VQT4Q16 Changing the sound settings For more details on each setting, refer to “Sound Settings” on the Option menu. ( > 36) 1 Press [SURROUND]. 2 Press [ 3 , 4 ] to select “MULTI CH SOURCE” or “2CH SOURCE”, and then press [OK].e.g., 3 While the mode is displayedPress [ 3 , 4 ] to select the de...

Page 45 - To prevent tipping/falling of

45 Ad va n ced o p erati o n s VQT4Q16 [BTT560] [BTT460] Front speaker Attach to a wall without the base and the stand. ≥ Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand [BTT500] Front speaker [BTT560] [BTT500] [BTT460] Surround speaker [BTT400] Front speaker, Surround speaker Preventing tipping [BTT560]...

Page 46 - Troubleshooting guide; Unit does not respond to remote; The unit may have a problem.; General operation

46 VQT4Q16 Refe ren ce Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, please perform the following checks.If the problem remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: – Regular disc rotating sounds.– Image disturbance during searc...

Page 47 - The unit switches to standby mode.; at the same time for more than 5 seconds.; D video is not output.; Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. (

47 Referen ce VQT4Q16 The unit switches to standby mode. ¾ This unit will automatically turn to standby mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive. ( > 23) ¾ When the time set for the sleep timer has passed, the main unit will be turned off. ( > 9) ¾ One of the unit’s safety devices is activated....

Page 48 - The languages are not recorded on the disc.

48 VQT4Q16 No sound.Low volume.Distorted sound.Cannot hear the desired audio type. ¾ Check connections to speakers and other equipment. ( > 13 s 19) ¾ Ensure the speaker settings for your speakers are correct. ( > 43) ¾ To output audio from a device connected with an HDMI cable, set “HDMI Audi...

Page 49 - Cannot charge or operate.; When iPod/iPhone devices; Distorted sound or noise is heard.; Adjust the position of the antenna.; A beat sound is heard.; In normal circumstances, select “AUTO STEREO”.; I can’t connect to the network.; On the “Wireless Settings” screen (; iPod/iPhone operation

49 Referen ce VQT4Q16 Cannot charge or operate. ¾ Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected firmly. ( > 28) ¾ [BTT560] [BTT500] When iPod/iPhone devices are connected to both the USB port and the Dock, disconnect both of them, and then connect only the one you want to play back. ¾ The battery of th...

Page 50 - Messages; You inserted an incompatible disc.; On the television

50 VQT4Q16 Messages The following messages or service numbers may appear on the TV or unit’s display. Cannot play. ¾ You inserted an incompatible disc. Cannot play on this unit. ¾ You tried to play a non-compatible image. ¾ Confirm “SD” on the unit’s display is not displayed and re-insert the card. ...

Page 52 - Specifications; GENERAL

52 VQT4Q16 Specifications * The impedance of all the speakers is 3 ≠ . GENERAL Power consumption [BTT560] [BTT500] Approx. 89 W [BTT460] [BTT400] Approx. 80 W Power consumption in standby mode Approx. 0.1 W( [BTT560] [BTT500] When the other connected devices are turned off) Power supply AC 220 V to ...

Page 53 - FM TUNER SECTION; VIDEO SECTION

53 Referen ce VQT4Q16 * This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. Specifications are subject to change without notice. ≥ With certain recording states and folder structures, the play order may differ or playback may not be possible. ≥ File formats that are not supported by your DLNA server cann...

Page 54 - Display languages list

54 VQT4Q16 “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/ Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol ...

Page 56 - Pb; EU; Pursuant to the applicable EU legislation; Sales and Support Information; Customer Communications Centre

Pb EU Web Site: http://panasonic.net Panasonic Corporation 2012 Panasonic Corporation Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Pursuant to the applicable EU legislation Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH VQT4Q16 F1212SY0 \For\the\United\Kingdom\and\Ireland\customers\ Sales and S...