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... SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R Home Theater Audio System Operating Instructions Model No. Table of contents Before use Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 TV VCR DVD ;yAUDIO TUNER/BAND TAPE CD 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC ENTER 4 5 6 ≥10/ENTER 7 8 9 0 TOP MENU MENU ENTER DISPLAY SUBWOOFER / / - EFFECT LEVEL + DISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING - + VOLUME POWER 8 SPEAKERS PHONES w q SFC MODE - RESET - Please keep this manual for purchasing this product, please read these instructions completely. SC-HT400...
... SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R Home Theater Audio System Operating Instructions Model No. Table of contents Before use Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 TV VCR DVD ;yAUDIO TUNER/BAND TAPE CD 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC ENTER 4 5 6 ≥10/ENTER 7 8 9 0 TOP MENU MENU ENTER DISPLAY SUBWOOFER / / - EFFECT LEVEL + DISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING - + VOLUME POWER 8 SPEAKERS PHONES w q SFC MODE - RESET - Please keep this manual for purchasing this product, please read these instructions completely. SC-HT400...
SAHT400 User Guide
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...) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Maintenance (See page 16 for future reference. or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents. Installation Placement 1. Outdoor antenna grounding-If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground the antenna system to a power source of the antenna falling on walls...
...) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Maintenance (See page 16 for future reference. or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents. Installation Placement 1. Outdoor antenna grounding-If you connect an outdoor antenna, ground the antenna system to a power source of the antenna falling on walls...
SAHT400 User Guide
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... place tape decks or CD/DVD players on cabinets. 3 RQT6361 Use the numbers indicated in the remote control. ¡Do not use CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Step 4 Others Batteries 4 1 3 2 (R6, AA, UM-3) Use Remote control signal sensor POWER 8 SPEAKERS PHONES w q SFC MODE - Transmission window TV VCR DVD AUDIO TUNER/BAND TAPE CD 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC...
... place tape decks or CD/DVD players on cabinets. 3 RQT6361 Use the numbers indicated in the remote control. ¡Do not use CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Step 4 Others Batteries 4 1 3 2 (R6, AA, UM-3) Use Remote control signal sensor POWER 8 SPEAKERS PHONES w q SFC MODE - Transmission window TV VCR DVD AUDIO TUNER/BAND TAPE CD 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC...
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... SURROUND L SURROUND R SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SURROUND R SURROUND L CENTER FRONT R FRONT L 6 5 4 3 2 1 FRONT L 1 FRONT L 1 FRONT L 1 2 Connecting speakers and speaker cords Connect the red cord to the red terminal (+) and the black cord to the small speakers: 2 x front, 2 x surround, and 1 x center. Use 3 or 4 feet per speaker. If it . Rear panel of small speakers (The 5 small speakers are designed to be set up your television These speakers are the same.) Connect the cables with sticker 6 attached to the large speaker: subwoofer. 4 Placement of speakers Set...
... SURROUND L SURROUND R SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER SURROUND R SURROUND L CENTER FRONT R FRONT L 6 5 4 3 2 1 FRONT L 1 FRONT L 1 FRONT L 1 2 Connecting speakers and speaker cords Connect the red cord to the red terminal (+) and the black cord to the small speakers: 2 x front, 2 x surround, and 1 x center. Use 3 or 4 feet per speaker. If it . Rear panel of small speakers (The 5 small speakers are designed to be set up your television These speakers are the same.) Connect the cables with sticker 6 attached to the large speaker: subwoofer. 4 Placement of speakers Set...
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... damage the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in a high position. When playing distorted sound. - When turning the unit on the stickers match the numbers under the terminals. ¡Connect the red cords to the red terminals (+) and the black cords to the black terminals (-). ¡Ensure the wire of fire. Before use 5 Connecting the speakers to the receiver Speaker cords ¡Connect the cords so the numbers on...
... damage the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in a high position. When playing distorted sound. - When turning the unit on the stickers match the numbers under the terminals. ¡Connect the red cords to the red terminals (+) and the black cords to the black terminals (-). ¡Ensure the wire of fire. Before use 5 Connecting the speakers to the receiver Speaker cords ¡Connect the cords so the numbers on...
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... the optical fiber cable. ¡Turn off all components before making any connections. ¡Use digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS (\ page 10). ¡Use analog connection to the terminals, then change the input settings for better picture quality than the COMPOSITE terminals. TV, VCR and DVD player Video connections There are three types of terminal. Note the equipment you have 6 channel output. 2 Step 1 3 4 Equipment connections Stereo connection cable White (L) Red (R) Video connection cable To connect equipment, refer to record a source...
... the optical fiber cable. ¡Turn off all components before making any connections. ¡Use digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS (\ page 10). ¡Use analog connection to the terminals, then change the input settings for better picture quality than the COMPOSITE terminals. TV, VCR and DVD player Video connections There are three types of terminal. Note the equipment you have 6 channel output. 2 Step 1 3 4 Equipment connections Stereo connection cable White (L) Red (R) Video connection cable To connect equipment, refer to record a source...
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... to replace the fuse. Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable Before use it is best. Y PB PR TV DVD TV MONITOR OUT IN IN COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL IN S-VIDEO TV TV VCR DVD MONITOR IN IN IN OUT TV VCR MONITOR OUT DVD/DVD 6CH CENTER SURROUND IN L OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL (TV) (DVD) CD TAPE L IN TV IN R SUBWOOFER FRONT L R R REC PLAY (OUT) (IN) OUT IN SPEAKERS HAUT-PARLEURS SUB- If...
... to replace the fuse. Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable Before use it is best. Y PB PR TV DVD TV MONITOR OUT IN IN COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL IN S-VIDEO TV TV VCR DVD MONITOR IN IN IN OUT TV VCR MONITOR OUT DVD/DVD 6CH CENTER SURROUND IN L OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL (TV) (DVD) CD TAPE L IN TV IN R SUBWOOFER FRONT L R R REC PLAY (OUT) (IN) OUT IN SPEAKERS HAUT-PARLEURS SUB- If...
SAHT400 User Guide
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... change the cut -off for maximum output. Turn SPEAKERS on the output of the front speakers. (Adjust the volume of the front speakers with [VOLUME].) C (center), SR (surround right), and SL (surround left) can be adjusted between 3 and 30 feet at the same time. This setting is easily influenced by the source. Adjust subwoofer output so it . Otherwise, leave the setting as YES. The factory settings are: FRONT, CENTER and SURROUND: SMALL If you haven't connected (center...
... change the cut -off for maximum output. Turn SPEAKERS on the output of the front speakers. (Adjust the volume of the front speakers with [VOLUME].) C (center), SR (surround right), and SL (surround left) can be adjusted between 3 and 30 feet at the same time. This setting is easily influenced by the source. Adjust subwoofer output so it . Otherwise, leave the setting as YES. The factory settings are: FRONT, CENTER and SURROUND: SMALL If you haven't connected (center...
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...MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R / / - EFFECT LEVEL + DISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING ;;yy;;yy- + VOLUME DISPLAY Select "DISTANCE". w q SFC MODE Change the setting. TEST Adjust the main volume. - Select "SIZE". Change the setting. INPUT SELECTOR w q SFC MODE w q SFC MODE -+ TEST - w q SFC MODE Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Output the signal. The speakers output...
...MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R / / - EFFECT LEVEL + DISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING ;;yy;;yy- + VOLUME DISPLAY Select "DISTANCE". w q SFC MODE Change the setting. TEST Adjust the main volume. - Select "SIZE". Change the setting. INPUT SELECTOR w q SFC MODE w q SFC MODE -+ TEST - w q SFC MODE Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Output the signal. The speakers output...
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... frequencies of the source. 6 DOWN VOLUME Adjust the volume. SURROUND mode SPEAKERS L CR SL SR LFE SOUND MODE SURROUND DIGITAL Select this may cause the beginning of signal, PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS, and processes it accordingly. ¡This unit cannot process other speaker channels are available when using Dolby Pro Logic 2. w q SFC MODE When you are playing a digital surround source (Dolby Digital or DTS). Select "AUTO" if this mode when playing analog or digital stereo sources. RQT6361 Notes on using these SFC (sound field control) modes with Dolby DOLBY...
... frequencies of the source. 6 DOWN VOLUME Adjust the volume. SURROUND mode SPEAKERS L CR SL SR LFE SOUND MODE SURROUND DIGITAL Select this may cause the beginning of signal, PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS, and processes it accordingly. ¡This unit cannot process other speaker channels are available when using Dolby Pro Logic 2. w q SFC MODE When you are playing a digital surround source (Dolby Digital or DTS). Select "AUTO" if this mode when playing analog or digital stereo sources. RQT6361 Notes on using these SFC (sound field control) modes with Dolby DOLBY...
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FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DSP SOUND MODE VOLUME DOWN UP DOLBY PRO LOGIC 2 INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R DIGITAL INPUT 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC ENTER 4 5 6 ≥10/ENTER 7 8 9 0 TOP MENU MENU LEVEL ENTER DISPLAY SUBWOOFER / / - EFFECT LEVEL + EFFECT ;y;yDISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING - + VOLUME - + MOVIE Use this mode when playing movie software, especially videotapes, recorded in stereo regardless of the surround ...
FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DSP SOUND MODE VOLUME DOWN UP DOLBY PRO LOGIC 2 INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R DIGITAL INPUT 1 2 3 DIRECT TUNING/ DISC ENTER 4 5 6 ≥10/ENTER 7 8 9 0 TOP MENU MENU LEVEL ENTER DISPLAY SUBWOOFER / / - EFFECT LEVEL + EFFECT ;y;yDISC/ DECK 1/2 SOUND MODE SFC TEST TV/VIDEO CH MUTING - + VOLUME - + MOVIE Use this mode when playing movie software, especially videotapes, recorded in stereo regardless of the surround ...
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... "RESET" appears. The display General display Shows the input mode, radio frequency, and other general information. FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN Frequency unit indicators [kHz, MHz] kHz: AM, MHz: FM Speaker indicator [SPEAKERS] Lights when the speakers are on /off button [SPEAKERS] Turning the speakers off automatically engages the STEREO mode (when listening through headphones, for prolonged periods of power. M TUNED SPEAKERS MONO STEREO kHz MHz SOUND MODE STEREO SURROUND SFC L SL FIX PCM CR S SR LFE PRO LOGIC 2 DIGITAL DSP sound mode...
... "RESET" appears. The display General display Shows the input mode, radio frequency, and other general information. FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN Frequency unit indicators [kHz, MHz] kHz: AM, MHz: FM Speaker indicator [SPEAKERS] Lights when the speakers are on /off button [SPEAKERS] Turning the speakers off automatically engages the STEREO mode (when listening through headphones, for prolonged periods of power. M TUNED SPEAKERS MONO STEREO kHz MHz SOUND MODE STEREO SURROUND SFC L SL FIX PCM CR S SR LFE PRO LOGIC 2 DIGITAL DSP sound mode...
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...select button [DVD 6CH INPUT] For switching between analog and digital input when you have selected TV, CD, or DVD. to adjust. You cannot adjust the tone while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected. ¡When using a graphic equalizer Some distortion may occur, depending on the equalizer's settings. ¡To adjust the tone The STEREO DSP mode must be on Speaker settings are playing. % DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources : DTS sources % PRO LOGIC 2: Analog sources in SURROUND mode Digital sources with 2-channel signals in SURROUND mode FIX: PCM FIX or DTS FIX mode PCM: PCM FIX...
...select button [DVD 6CH INPUT] For switching between analog and digital input when you have selected TV, CD, or DVD. to adjust. You cannot adjust the tone while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected. ¡When using a graphic equalizer Some distortion may occur, depending on the equalizer's settings. ¡To adjust the tone The STEREO DSP mode must be on Speaker settings are playing. % DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources : DTS sources % PRO LOGIC 2: Analog sources in SURROUND mode Digital sources with 2-channel signals in SURROUND mode FIX: PCM FIX or DTS FIX mode PCM: PCM FIX...
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...MEMORY ]. Select DSP sound modes, - FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R DR COMP - The AM stations the unit can receive are replaced if any were preset in channels 1 to software recorded with radio reception. INPUT SELECTOR 3 Turn [ ] to select "OFF" or "ON". 4 Press [ w q SFC MODE ] at the same time to select "DIMMER". The channel number flashes for approximately one at the same time to enter the setting mode. 2 Press...
...MEMORY ]. Select DSP sound modes, - FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R DR COMP - The AM stations the unit can receive are replaced if any were preset in channels 1 to software recorded with radio reception. INPUT SELECTOR 3 Turn [ ] to select "OFF" or "ON". 4 Press [ w q SFC MODE ] at the same time to select "DIMMER". The channel number flashes for approximately one at the same time to enter the setting mode. 2 Press...
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FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R Recording on how to VCR OUT. Follow your recording unit's operating instructions. 3 Start the source to the GND terminal. 20 mm (25/32") ;;;;;;Shield braid ;;;;10 mm (3/8") Core wire FM outdoor antenna 75 Ω coaxial cable Y S-VIDEO TV TV VCR PB MONITOR IN IN OUT PR TV DVD TV ;;;;;; Do not use Step 1 Step...
FM MODE MEMORY TUNING 21 PRESET DSP DOLBY SOUND MODE PRO LOGIC 2 DOWN VOLUME UP INPUT SELECTOR DIGITAL INPUT TAPE MONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6CH INPUT BASS/TREBLE BALANCE 3 4 L R Recording on how to VCR OUT. Follow your recording unit's operating instructions. 3 Start the source to the GND terminal. 20 mm (25/32") ;;;;;;Shield braid ;;;;10 mm (3/8") Core wire FM outdoor antenna 75 Ω coaxial cable Y S-VIDEO TV TV VCR PB MONITOR IN IN OUT PR TV DVD TV ;;;;;; Do not use Step 1 Step...
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... AC power supply cord, and consult your speakers are correct. ¡Check the DSP sound mode. ¡Cancel "DSP DEFEAT". ¡Cancel "DSP DEFEAT". ¡Turn DVD 6CH INPUT off nearby televisions, video decks, DVD players, and satellite receivers. ¡Separate the antenna from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Maintenance If the surfaces are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 16 RQT6361 Manufactured under license from the center, surround, or subwoofer speakers. Radio Pages ¡Connect the appropriate antenna...
... AC power supply cord, and consult your speakers are correct. ¡Check the DSP sound mode. ¡Cancel "DSP DEFEAT". ¡Cancel "DSP DEFEAT". ¡Turn DVD 6CH INPUT off nearby televisions, video decks, DVD players, and satellite receivers. ¡Separate the antenna from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Maintenance If the surfaces are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 16 RQT6361 Manufactured under license from the center, surround, or subwoofer speakers. Radio Pages ¡Connect the appropriate antenna...
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...) Input impedance CD, TAPE, DVD, TV, VCR 22 kΩ Tone controls BASS 50 Hz, +10 to -10 dB TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 to change without notice. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer. 17 RQT6361 Before use Specifications are approximate. 2. Mass and dimensions are subject to -10 dB Subwoofer frequency response (-6 dB) 7-200 Hz Digital input Optical 2 Coaxial 1 Speakers I Subwoofer (SB-W280) Type Speaker unit Woofer Impedance Input power MUSIC DIN Sound pressure level Frequency range Dimensions...
...) Input impedance CD, TAPE, DVD, TV, VCR 22 kΩ Tone controls BASS 50 Hz, +10 to -10 dB TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 to change without notice. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer. 17 RQT6361 Before use Specifications are approximate. 2. Mass and dimensions are subject to -10 dB Subwoofer frequency response (-6 dB) 7-200 Hz Digital input Optical 2 Coaxial 1 Speakers I Subwoofer (SB-W280) Type Speaker unit Woofer Impedance Input power MUSIC DIN Sound pressure level Frequency range Dimensions...
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... calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . 18 RQT6361 Refer all time periods commerce from state to authorized servicing personnel. 3. When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. If the problem is in proper working condition. or...
... calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you . 18 RQT6361 Refer all time periods commerce from state to authorized servicing personnel. 3. When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory. If the problem is in proper working condition. or...
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Servicenter List (U.S.A.) 19 RQT6361 Reference Others Step 4 Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Before use
Servicenter List (U.S.A.) 19 RQT6361 Reference Others Step 4 Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Before use
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... TELEPHONE NUMBER The model number and serial number of this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. ¡Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can maximize the fun and excitement your volume control...
... TELEPHONE NUMBER The model number and serial number of this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. ¡Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can maximize the fun and excitement your volume control...
