Page 2 - Accessories
2 R Q T X 111 5 Indicates features applicable to: [PT980] : SC-PT980 only [PT580] : SC-PT580 only System SC-PT980 SC-PT580 Main unit SA-PT980 SA-PT580 Speaker system Front speakers SB-HF730 SB-HF330 Center speaker SB-HC730 SB-HC230 Surround speakers SB-HS735 SB-HS230 Subwoofer SB-HW330 SB-HW330 ≥ Th...
Page 4 - Control reference guide; Remote control
4 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Other Panasonic audio/video equipment may start functioning when you operate the unit using the supplied remote control.You can operate this unit in another mode by setting the remote control operating mode to “REMOTE 2”. T...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Getting Started; Quick Start Guide; Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this; Playing Discs; Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control; Reference; Enjoying sound effects from all speakers; Language code list
5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference R Q T X 111 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Quick Start Guide step 1 P...
Page 6 - Front and surround speakers; Preparing the speakers
6 R Q T X 111 5 Preparation ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth to assemble speakers. ≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver (not included). [PT980] Front and surround speakers [PT580] Front speakers step 1 Preparing the speakers Make sure you have all the indicated comp...
Page 7 - Quick Start; Use only supplied speakers; Caution; Positioning; Caution; Connections
7 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Quick Start Gu ide ≥ You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened. ≥ Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface ...
Page 8 - Audio and video connections; AC mains lead connection; Before connecting the AC mains lead
8 R Q T X 111 5 Basic setup example [\\\\\\\\\\\HDMI\AV\OUT\\\\\\\\\] This connection provides the best picture quality. Connect the HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit to the HDMI AV IN terminal on your TV. ≥ If your TV is not ARC compatible, make the extra audi...
Page 9 - Preparing the remote control; Listening to the radio; Presetting stations automatically
9 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Quick Start Gu ide ≥ Use alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Do not: ≥ mix old and new batteries. ≥ use...
Page 10 - Manual tuning; Using the START menu; Selecting the source by the remote control; Listening to the TV or other device’s
10 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Up to 30 stations can be set. A station previously stored is overwritten when another station is stored in the same channel preset. You can select desired source, change the settings, access playback/menus, etc. by using t...
Page 11 - Enjoying sound effects from all; Enjoying surround sound effects; Selecting sound mode; Whisper-mode Surround
11 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference ≥ The following sound effects may not be available or may have no effect with some sources. ≥ You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the so...
Page 12 - to select the play; Basic play; to turn on the unit.; Other modes of play; Repeat play; to select a group or title and press
12 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Preparation To display the picture, turn on your TV and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.) to suit the connection to this unit. [Note] ≥ DISCS CONTINUE TO ROTATE WHILE MENUS ARE DISPLAYED. Press [...
Page 13 - to select “AUDIO/PICTURE” or “VIDEO” and; Selecting the picture in Thumbnail menu; Using navigation menus; Playing data discs; to show; Using on-screen menus; to select the item and press
13 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference [DVD-VR] Select “DATA” in “DVD-VR/DATA” ( B 20, OTHERS menu) to play MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX contents. “PLAYBACK MENU” screen appears when the disc contains both video (MPEG4/DivX) and other format (WMA/MP3/JPEG). Press [...
Page 15 - to start disc; Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI
15 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equip...
Page 16 - Enjoying Karaoke; Adding echo effect
16 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference You can control the playback menus of this unit with the TV’s remote control. You can operate the playback with the indicated controls. ≥ The on-screen control panel can also be shown by using a button on the TV’s remote c...
Page 17 - Operating other devices; Using the iPod/iPhone; Push
17 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference You can play an external device through your home theater system. You can enjoy iPod/iPhone music through this unit’s speakers or view iPod/iPhone videos/photos on the TV. Preparation ≥ To view photos/videos from the iPod/...
Page 18 - Playing from an USB device; Changing the player settings; DISC menu
18 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference You can connect and play tracks or files from USB mass storage class devices ( B 25, USB Port). Devices which are defined as USB mass storage class:– USB devices that support bulk only transfer. Preparation ≥ Before connec...
Page 19 - AUDIO menu; DISPLAY menu; HDMI menu
19 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Select to suit the type of equipment you connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal.Select “BITSTREAM” when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital form of 5.1-channel data). Otherwise, select “PCM”.(If the bitstream is...
Page 20 - OTHERS menu; DivX information
20 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference REGISTRATION [DivX] Display the unit’s registration code. ≥ SHOW CODEYou need this registration code to purchase and play DivX Video-on-Demand ( VOD ) content ( B right). This setting is only displayed until a DivX VOD con...
Page 21 - Discs that can be played
21 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Commercial discs Recorded discs ≥ Before playback, finalise the disc on the device it was recorded on. ≥ It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of ...
Page 23 - Troubleshooting guide; Power
23 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference 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 following guide do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions....
Page 25 - Specifications
25 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front ChSurround ChCenter ChSubwoofer Ch 125 W per channel (3 ≠ ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD 125 W per channel (3 ≠ ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD 250 W per channel (6 ≠ ), 1...
Page 26 - Licenses
26 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference [Note] 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice. Mass and dimensions are approximate. 2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer. [Subwoofer\SB-HW330] TypeSpeaker unit(s) 1 way, 1 s...
Page 27 - Safety precautions; Placement; Caution for AC Mains Lead
27 R Q T X 111 5 Getting S tarted Playing Discs Ot her Op era tions Reference 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 l...
Page 30 - Panasonic Corporation; USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net C Panasonic Corporation 2010 RQTX1115-B F0210AA0 p -If you see this symbol- CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPO...