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... thoroughly with the power cord connected directly to it off thoroughly with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the...
... thoroughly with the power cord connected directly to it off thoroughly with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the...
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... service personnel. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are provided for future reference. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these operating instructions carefully before using the unit...
... service personnel. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are provided for future reference. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these operating instructions carefully before using the unit...
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... unit ...8 The active subwoofer ...9 When placing the unit on a wall 10 When placing the unit in a rack or on a table 13 Step 2 Connections 15 Connection to a TV ...15 Connection from an HDMI compatible device 16 Digital transmitter connection 16 Step 3 AC power supply cord connection 17 Step 4 Active subwoofer wireless connection 17 Operations Using this unit ...18 3D sound ...19 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 20 Reference Troubleshooting 21 Remote control code ...23 Audio information 23 Specifications...
... unit ...8 The active subwoofer ...9 When placing the unit on a wall 10 When placing the unit in a rack or on a table 13 Step 2 Connections 15 Connection to a TV ...15 Connection from an HDMI compatible device 16 Digital transmitter connection 16 Step 3 AC power supply cord connection 17 Step 4 Active subwoofer wireless connection 17 Operations Using this unit ...18 3D sound ...19 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 20 Reference Troubleshooting 21 Remote control code ...23 Audio information 23 Specifications...
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... from your unit. ≥ Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you made your purchase. ≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is heavy, wring a cloth moistened in water tightly to clean this unit. ≥Before using this unit. ∏ 1 Remote control (Built-in battery) (N2QAYC000043) ∏ 2 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00021) ∏ 1 Digital transmitter ≥ Supplied with the active subwoofer. ∏ 4 Screws...
... from your unit. ≥ Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you made your purchase. ≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is heavy, wring a cloth moistened in water tightly to clean this unit. ≥Before using this unit. ∏ 1 Remote control (Built-in battery) (N2QAYC000043) ∏ 2 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00021) ∏ 1 Digital transmitter ≥ Supplied with the active subwoofer. ∏ 4 Screws...
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... PCM 1 Standby/on switch (POWER Í/I) Press to switch the unit from on to the HDMI AV IN terminal is the audio source (B lights in amber) 4 LED status indicators (> 18) A TV indicator B BD/DVD indicator C Dolby Digital indicator D DTS indicator E PCM or LPCM indicator 5 Remote control signal sensor Remote control operation range Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.) directly in green) ≥ BD/DVD: When the device connected to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is...
... PCM 1 Standby/on switch (POWER Í/I) Press to switch the unit from on to the HDMI AV IN terminal is the audio source (B lights in amber) 4 LED status indicators (> 18) A TV indicator B BD/DVD indicator C Dolby Digital indicator D DTS indicator E PCM or LPCM indicator 5 Remote control signal sensor Remote control operation range Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.) directly in green) ≥ BD/DVD: When the device connected to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is...
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..., this unit (> 18) 5 Mute the sound (> 18) CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. 7 Before use Remote control 1 2 Remove the insulation sheet A before using. 3 4 ∫ To replace a button-type battery 1 While...
..., this unit (> 18) 5 Mute the sound (> 18) CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. 7 Before use Remote control 1 2 Remove the insulation sheet A before using. 3 4 ∫ To replace a button-type battery 1 While...
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... sensors (C.A.T.S.(Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on your TV, turn the TV off for the optional Panasonic IR Blaster. ≥ Do not use the optional Panasonic IR Blaster (SH-WR10) to relay the signal to the operating instructions for about 30 minutes. If the stands are being used ≥Change the height of fire...
... sensors (C.A.T.S.(Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on your TV, turn the TV off for the optional Panasonic IR Blaster. ≥ Do not use the optional Panasonic IR Blaster (SH-WR10) to relay the signal to the operating instructions for about 30 minutes. If the stands are being used ≥Change the height of fire...
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... with thick curtains. Cover walls and windows with other devices To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between the active subwoofer and other electronic devices: D approx. 2 m (61/2 ft) E ≥ Place the active subwoofer within a few meters of space on all sides. ≥ Do not use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band). C Active subwoofer D Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (61/2 ft) C E Cordless...
... with thick curtains. Cover walls and windows with other devices To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between the active subwoofer and other electronic devices: D approx. 2 m (61/2 ft) E ≥ Place the active subwoofer within a few meters of space on all sides. ≥ Do not use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band). C Active subwoofer D Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (61/2 ft) C E Cordless...
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... may get caught and personal injury may result. CAUTION Do not install in one hand to avoid injury by a qualified installation specialist. ≥ Incorrect installation may cause equipment to support long-term use the special-purpose constituent parts. ≥ Otherwise, the unit may fall off the wall, and personal injury may result. When removing this Owner's Manual. Preparation Commercially available components...
... may get caught and personal injury may result. CAUTION Do not install in one hand to avoid injury by a qualified installation specialist. ≥ Incorrect installation may cause equipment to support long-term use the special-purpose constituent parts. ≥ Otherwise, the unit may fall off the wall, and personal injury may result. When removing this Owner's Manual. Preparation Commercially available components...
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...attached as well as the screw should be possible to the Owner's Manual of space above the unit. Getting started 11 If not, it may not be capable of supporting over 33 kg (72.8 lbs). ≥ Be sure to use a spirit level to ensure that both screwing positions are horizontal to each other...;9.4 mm (19/64q to 3/8q) D Wall E Wall mount bracket 3 Complete all the necessary connections to this unit. (> 15 to 17) ≥ Connect the AC power supply cord to this unit, but do not connect it to the household AC outlet until the installation is completed. 4 Attach the rear pads to the rear of the...
...attached as well as the screw should be possible to the Owner's Manual of space above the unit. Getting started 11 If not, it may not be capable of supporting over 33 kg (72.8 lbs). ≥ Be sure to use a spirit level to ensure that both screwing positions are horizontal to each other...;9.4 mm (19/64q to 3/8q) D Wall E Wall mount bracket 3 Complete all the necessary connections to this unit. (> 15 to 17) ≥ Connect the AC power supply cord to this unit, but do not connect it to the household AC outlet until the installation is completed. 4 Attach the rear pads to the rear of the...
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... sound can be utilized. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all equipment before connection and read the appropriate Owner's Manuals. ARC is recommended that you connect the unit to the terminal labeled "HDMI (ARC)", the optical digital audio cable that have the HDMI logo (as HDMI ARC. Step 2 Connections ≥Turn off all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" (> 20) when used with a single HDMI cable...
... sound can be utilized. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all equipment before connection and read the appropriate Owner's Manuals. ARC is recommended that you connect the unit to the terminal labeled "HDMI (ARC)", the optical digital audio cable that have the HDMI logo (as HDMI ARC. Step 2 Connections ≥Turn off all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" (> 20) when used with a single HDMI cable...
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... audio format is indicated for 4 sec if the audio format on the TV if this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV capable of the TV to select the TV's input channel for this unit and start the playback. ≥ If there is sound coming out of the TV's speakers, reduce the volume of displaying this unit's volume setting. (> 20) If this unit does not operate as the input source, this unit is changed. 18 The volume...
... audio format is indicated for 4 sec if the audio format on the TV if this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV capable of the TV to select the TV's input channel for this unit and start the playback. ≥ If there is sound coming out of the TV's speakers, reduce the volume of displaying this unit's volume setting. (> 20) If this unit does not operate as the input source, this unit is changed. 18 The volume...
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... audio source is multi-channel audio. §2 The surround output mode indicator also blinks when the audio source is multi-channel during normal volume playback and when the volume is lowered for 10 sec. 3D sound This unit provides a feeling that the sound and the image is as one 3 The feeling of Dolby Virtual Speaker. Also, the dialog will be reset to "On" when this setting it 's own sound field controlling...
... audio source is multi-channel audio. §2 The surround output mode indicator also blinks when the audio source is multi-channel during normal volume playback and when the volume is lowered for 10 sec. 3D sound This unit provides a feeling that the sound and the image is as one 3 The feeling of Dolby Virtual Speaker. Also, the dialog will be reset to "On" when this setting it 's own sound field controlling...
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... Control" compatible equipment and select this unit's input channel on the connected TV so that the "HDAVI Control" function works properly. 5 If a device is connected to the Owner's Manual for the TV for HDAVI Control 3 or later) Delay between audio and video is automatically adjusted, enabling you turn this unit. (> 23) 20 What you can control the volume setting using the Volume or Mute button on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). 3 For the optimal "HDAVI Control" operations change the input channel to...
... Control" compatible equipment and select this unit's input channel on the connected TV so that the "HDAVI Control" function works properly. 5 If a device is connected to the Owner's Manual for the TV for HDAVI Control 3 or later) Delay between audio and video is automatically adjusted, enabling you turn this unit. (> 23) 20 What you can control the volume setting using the Volume or Mute button on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). 3 For the optimal "HDAVI Control" operations change the input channel to...
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... details please read the Owner's Manual for the TV. jTurn on page 27 if you changing the audio output settings? (> 22) The unit is reset.) If this unit immediately turns off , disconnect the AC power supply cord and reconnect the HDMI cable(s). (> 15, 16) VIERA Link related operations no sound. For details refer to standby mode. or Puerto Rico, or refer to "WARRANTY SERVICE" on all the devices that the insulation...
... details please read the Owner's Manual for the TV. jTurn on page 27 if you changing the audio output settings? (> 22) The unit is reset.) If this unit immediately turns off , disconnect the AC power supply cord and reconnect the HDMI cable(s). (> 15, 16) VIERA Link related operations no sound. For details refer to standby mode. or Puerto Rico, or refer to "WARRANTY SERVICE" on all the devices that the insulation...
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... setting. on The audio output cannot be changed again. If the digital output setting of the current setting is turned on. If operations become unstable when connected to a non-Panasonic HDMI compatible device, connect using an optical digital audio cable. (> 15) Turn VIERA Link off. 1 Press and hold [TV] on the remote control and [VOLUME s] on this unit for more than 2 sec. ≥ The setting is changed when the D, DTS and PCM indicators blink. ≥ To reset the setting, return to the factory preset...
... setting. on The audio output cannot be changed again. If the digital output setting of the current setting is turned on. If operations become unstable when connected to a non-Panasonic HDMI compatible device, connect using an optical digital audio cable. (> 15) Turn VIERA Link off. 1 Press and hold [TV] on the remote control and [VOLUME s] on this unit for more than 2 sec. ≥ The setting is changed when the D, DTS and PCM indicators blink. ≥ To reset the setting, return to the factory preset...
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... turns off all other wireless devices to another location outside the range of the active subwoofer is automatically seeking a clear channel. Ensure the AC power supply cord of the active subwoofer or move the active subwoofer nearer to remember the indicators that this unit. No sound from the subwoofer is interrupted. If the interference persists, try to this unit's remote control, change the remote control to standby mode.) ≥ There is a problem...
... turns off all other wireless devices to another location outside the range of the active subwoofer is automatically seeking a clear channel. Ensure the AC power supply cord of the active subwoofer or move the active subwoofer nearer to remember the indicators that this unit. No sound from the subwoofer is interrupted. If the interference persists, try to this unit's remote control, change the remote control to standby mode.) ≥ There is a problem...
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..., 1 % THD Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power: 87 W WIRELESS SECTION Wireless module Frequency Range: Number of channels: 2.4 GHz to change without notice. HDMI AV input Terminal: 19-pin type A connector HDMI AV output Terminal: 19-pin type A connector Digital audio input (TV only) Optical digital input: Optical terminal Sampling frequency: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Audio Format: LPCM, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround IR Blaster Terminal Type: 3.5 mm (1/8q) jack 24 1 Specifications are approximate. 2 Total harmonic...
..., 1 % THD Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power: 87 W WIRELESS SECTION Wireless module Frequency Range: Number of channels: 2.4 GHz to change without notice. HDMI AV input Terminal: 19-pin type A connector HDMI AV output Terminal: 19-pin type A connector Digital audio input (TV only) Optical digital input: Optical terminal Sampling frequency: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Audio Format: LPCM, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround IR Blaster Terminal Type: 3.5 mm (1/8q) jack 24 1 Specifications are approximate. 2 Total harmonic...
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... option either (a) repair your product does not work properly because of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the chart below ) 1 year DVD Home Theater System 1 year Home Theater Audio System 1 year USB Reader-writer, PC Card 1 year Adapters (defective exchange) Accessories: Headphones, cartridges, Microphones, Adapters 90 days Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-RAM Disc (defective exchange) 10 days SD Memory Cards, 90 days Rechargeable Battery Packs (defective...
... option either (a) repair your product does not work properly because of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the chart below ) 1 year DVD Home Theater System 1 year Home Theater Audio System 1 year USB Reader-writer, PC Card 1 year Adapters (defective exchange) Accessories: Headphones, cartridges, Microphones, Adapters 90 days Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-RAM Disc (defective exchange) 10 days SD Memory Cards, 90 days Rechargeable Battery Packs (defective...
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..., faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use and for whom it with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it was delivered to acts of the product, or service by anyone other memory or recorded content...
..., faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use and for whom it with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it was delivered to acts of the product, or service by anyone other memory or recorded content...