Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Unit
2 RQT9778 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep t...
Page 3 - Precautions; CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC; CAUTION; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
RQT9778 3 Precautions Unit ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on this unit. Placement ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, j Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is we...
Page 5 - Table of contents; Before use; Linked operations with the TV; “HDAVI Control; Reference
Precautions Reference Getting started Before use Operations RQT9778 5 Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................... 2Unit care ...................................................................................................
Page 6 - Supplied items; Check the supplied accessories before using this system.; Accessories
6 RQT9778 Before use Supplied items Check the supplied accessories before using this system. (ONLY FOR CANADA) The enclosed Canadian French label sheet corresponds to the English display on the remote control and the top and rear of the main unit and active subwoofer. ≥ Product numbers are correct a...
Page 7 - Control reference guide; Main unit
Before use RQT9778 7 Control reference guide 1 Standby/on switch ( Í /I) 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 Adjust the volume of this system 3 Select the input source“TV” ---------# “BD/DVD” --------...
Page 9 - Remote control; Before using for the first time; The remote control signal sensor is located on the main unit.
Before use RQT9778 9 1 Turn the main unit on or off ( > 30) 2 Adjust the dialog effect level ( > 30) 3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer (bass sound) ( > 30) 4 Adjust the volume of this system( > 30) 5 Mute the sound ( > 30) 6 Select the input source ( > 30) “TV” ----...
Page 10 - Step 1 Selecting the placement method; Choose a placement method that suits you best.; When attaching the speakers to a wall
10 RQT9778 Getting started Step 1 Selecting the placement method ≥ Choose a placement method that suits you best. When attaching the speakers to a wall When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers horizontally Page 12 Place the front speakers vertically Place the speakers using the leg st...
Page 11 - Caution; The speaker system; If the leg stands are being used; The active subwoofer; The parts inside may get damaged.; Wireless interference; Main unit/active subwoofer
Getting started RQT9778 11 ≥ Use a screwdriver ( i ) for assembling the speakers. ≥ Do not hold the speakers in one hand to avoid injury, you may drop the speakers when carrying them. When carrying the active subwoofer To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between the main unit/act...
Page 12 - Step 2 Assembling the speakers; Assemble the speakers.; Place the speakers horizontally
12 RQT9778 Step 2 Assembling the speakers The speakers can be wall mounted by drilling screws into the wall, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 k g (72.8 lbs). The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will va...
Page 13 - Connect the speaker cables.; Red
Getting started RQT9778 13 Connect the speaker cables. § If you have difficulty inserting the cable, try straightening the speaker cable and then bending the cable about 20 mm ( 25 / 32 q ) from the tip, at an angle of approx. 45 o (as illustrated above). Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measu...
Page 15 - Place the front speakers vertically
Getting started RQT9778 15 The speakers can be wall mounted by drilling screws into the wall, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 k g (72.8 lbs). The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each in...
Page 16 - Insert the wire fully.; Green; Push
16 RQT9778 Assemble the center speaker:Connect the speaker cable. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. Assemble the front speakers:Attach the stand neck. ≥ The two front speakers are interchangeable. ≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swal...
Page 17 - Drive a screw into the wall.; Front speakers
Getting started RQT9778 17 Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. ≥ Leave at least 20 mm ( 25 / 32 q ) of space above and on each side of the speaker to allow enough space for fitting the speaker. ≥ Keep the screws out of r...
Page 19 - Attach the leg stands.; When placing the speakers on a table; Place the speakers using the leg stands
Getting started RQT9778 19 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 24. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 and 2 of “Place the speakers horizontally” ( > 12, 13). Attach ...
Page 20 - Attach the support legs and speaker feet.; Place the speakers using the support legs and
20 RQT9778 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 24. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 and 2 of “Place the speakers horizontally” ( > 12, 13). Attach the support legs...
Page 21 - Place the front speakers using the speaker; Center speaker connector
Getting started RQT9778 21 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 24. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the center speaker:Attach the side caps and speaker feet to the speaker and connect the speaker c...
Page 23 - red; connector cable is to be placed on the; The speaker attached to the; white; connector cable is to be placed on the; left; Press into the groove.
Getting started RQT9778 23 Assemble the front speakers:Attach the speaker base. ≥ The two front speakers are interchangeable. ≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Red connector: The speaker attached to the red connector cable is to be placed on the right side. White conn...
Page 24 - Additional speaker fall prevention measures; When attaching the speakers horizontally; Cord; Wall mounting
24 RQT9778 To prevent the speakers from falling, it is recommended, as an additional protection measure, to attach the speakers to the wall or table with a fall prevention cord (hereafter “cord”). ≥ Consultation with a qualified installation specialist concerning the appropriate procedure when attac...
Page 25 - When attaching the speakers vertically
Getting started RQT9778 25 When attaching the speakers vertically A Cord § 1, 2 B Screw eye C Wall D Approx. 150 mm (5 29 / 32 q ) § 1 If the cord cannot be threaded through the holes, try bending the cord in 2 locations, about 10 mm ( 13 / 32 q ) apart from the tip, at an angle of 45 o (as illustra...
Page 26 - Step 3 Connections; HDMI; Connection with the TV; HDMI cable
26 RQT9778 Step 3 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 completed. ∫ HDMI ≥ The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( > 32) when used with a co...
Page 27 - Preparation; Connect the main unit to the TV (; HDMI standby pass-through; Connection with other devices; When the device has an HDMI terminal; When the device has an optical digital audio output terminal; Optical digital audio cable
Getting started RQT9778 27 You can direct the audio signal from the connected Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, Set Top Box, etc. to this system. Preparation ≥ Connect the main unit to the TV ( > 26). ∫ HDMI standby pass-through Even if the main unit is in standby mode, the audio and/or video sign...
Page 28 - The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode
28 RQT9778 Match the connector shape and connect to the terminals of the same color. ≥ Connect only after all other connections are completed. ≥ This system consumes a small amount of AC power ( > 39) even when it is turned off. In the interest of power conservation, if you will not be using this...
Page 29 - BÍ C; Bluetooth
Getting started RQT9778 29 Preparation ≥ Turn on the main unit. Press [ BÍ C I]. Active subwoofer on/off button [ B Í C I] Use this button to turn the active subwoofer on and off. C I: The active subwoofer is on. B Í : The active subwoofer is off. The active subwoofer will still consume a small amou...
Page 30 - Using this system; Press; Indication
30 RQT9778 Operations Using this system Preparation ≥ Turn on the active subwoofer. ≥ Turn on the TV and/or connected device. Press [ Í ] to turn on the main unit. Select the source. ≥ This remote control cannot be used to control the operations of the connected devices. ∫ When “ ” is selected as th...
Page 31 - D sound; To select the sound mode; Sound modes
Operations RQT9778 31 3D sound This system provides a feeling that the sound and the image are as one. ≥ To change the applied effect, refer to “Sound modes”. ( > right) ≥ To turn off Dolby Virtual Speaker and the 3D surround effects, select “STEREO” as the sound mode. ( > right) ≥ To turn off...
Page 32 - Speaker control; Home theater; Automatic input switching; What is VIERA Link “HDAVI; VIERA Link; is a new name for EZ Sync; What you can do with
32 RQT9778 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ”) Preparation 1 Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. ( > 26, 27) 2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). 3 For the optimal “HDAVI Control” operations change the following sett...
Page 33 - Advanced operations; While the setting is displayed, press; on the remote control for more than; Audio format indicator
Operations RQT9778 33 Advanced operations To display the current audio format. Press and hold [SOUND] for more than 4 sec. ≥ The current audio format is indicated for 5 sec. Audio format is not indicated when “ ” is selected as the source. Change the dual audio from main to secondary. ≥ This setting...
Page 35 - Remote control code; Change the remote control code to code 2:; control for more than 4 sec.; To reduce the clear-mode dialog effect; main unit for more than 4 sec.; To turn off the volume limitation
Operations RQT9778 35 ∫ Remote control code When other Panasonic devices respond to this system’s remote control, change the remote control code on this system and the remote control. Preparation ≥ Turn off all other Panasonic products. ≥ Turn on the main unit. Change the remote control code to code...
Page 36 - Troubleshooting; The remote control code will return to “1” when; General operation
36 RQT9778 Reference Troubleshooting 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, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page...
Page 37 - Sound
Reference RQT9778 37 The sound is interrupted. ≥ The device is out of the 10 m (33 ft) communication range. Bring the Bluetooth ® device closer to the main unit. ≥ Remove any obstacle between the main unit and the device. ≥ Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band (wireless router, microwav...
Page 38 - Specifications; AMPLIFIER SECTION
38 RQT9778 Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS output power: Dolby Digital Mode Front ch (L, R ch) 60 W per channel (6 ≠ ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center ch (C ch) 60 W per channel (6 ≠ ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Subwoofer ch 120 W per channel (8 ≠ ), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 300 W FTC ...
Page 39 - GENERAL; Active subwoofer: 20 W; Class 2; SPEAKER GENERAL
Reference RQT9778 39 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice.2 Weight and dimensions are approximate.3 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer. GENERAL Power consumption Main unit: 37 W Active subwoofer: 20 W In standby condition Main unit (When the other c...
Page 40 - Indicator illumination; The indicators display the condition of this system
40 RQT9778 Indicator illumination The indicators display the condition of this system by flashing. The indicator patterns illustrated below are displayed during normal operational conditions. They do not refer to the indications of a problem. § 1 The indicator for the current status remains lit. § 2...
Page 42 - Limited Warranty; Panasonic Products Limited Warranty; Online Repair Request; Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
42 RQT9778 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage(For USA and Puerto Rico ...
Page 43 - Panasonic Canada Inc.; PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY; LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS; PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE; PRODUCT REPAIRS
Reference RQT9778 43 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stat...
Page 44 - Printed in Malaysia
Panasonic Corporation 2012 Printed in Malaysia One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic Ca...
