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Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
The illustration shows SC-HT520 for the United
Kingdom and Continental Europe.
Model No. SC-HT878/SC-HT870
SC-HT520

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,

please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference. Table of contents
Getting started
Caution for AC Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Simple setup
STEP 1 Front and surround speaker
assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Region number Other speaker setup options . . . . . . 7
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the
STEP 2 Locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
region number or “ALL”.
STEP 3 Connecting speakers with the
subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Region Number STEP 4 Video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
The United Kingdom, Continental Europe, the STEP 5 Radio and system connection . . . . 13
Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and 2 STEP 6 The remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Kuwait STEP 7 QUICK SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Southeast Asia 3
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Australia and N.Z. 4
Discs that can be played/Disc handling . . . . . . 15
Russia 5
Disc operations
Example: [The\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe[
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2 Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2 ALL 3
5 Position memory/Zoom/Audio/Subtitle/
Quick replay/Page skip/Repeat play/
All group, random and program play
Using navigation menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Playing data discs/Playing HighMATTM discs/Playing
the programs/Playing a play list
Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Other operations
The radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Automatic presetting/Selecting the preset channels/
Manual tuning/RDS broadcasting/Optional antenna
connections
Sound field and sound quality . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-30
Sound Field Control/Super Surround/Center Focus/
Dolby Pro Logic II/Speaker level adjustments/Down-
mixing/Subwoofer level/Custom Sound Memory
Other functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Sleep timer/Enjoying Karaoke/Muting/
Using headphones
Operating other equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Reference
Safety precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
[Note[
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

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Dear customer ≥These operating instructions are applicable to models

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance SC-HT878, SC-HT870 and SC-HT520 for a variety of
and safety, please read these instructions carefully. regions.
≥Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these
[HT878]: indicates features applicable to SC-HT878 only. operating instructions are of SC-HT520 for the United
[HT870]: SC-HT870 only. Kingdom and Continental Europe.
[HT520]: SC-HT520 only. ≥Operations in these instructions are described mainly
with the remote control, but you can do the operations on
the main unit if the controls are the same.

System SC-HT878 SC-HT870 SC-HT520

Main unit SA-HT878 SA-HT870 SA-HT520
Front speakers SB-FS878 SB-PF921 SB-FS520
Center speaker SB-PC878 SB-PC920 SB-PC520
Surround speakers SB-FS878 SB-PS921 SB-FS520
Active subwoofer SB-WA878 SB-WA870 SB-WA520

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 EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
(Inside of product)
WARNING: (Produktets innside)
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR (Tuotteen sisällä)
PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT
NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,
SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

CAUTION!
CLASS 1
≥DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, LASER PRODUCT
BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO
OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
VENTILATION VENTS.
≥DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS
WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND
SIMILAR ITEMS.
≥DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. (Back of product)
≥DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.

For the Middle East, South Africa, Southeast Asia, Saudi

Arabia and Kuwait
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.
For the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Australia, N.Z.
and Russia
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and

easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall
remain readily operable.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile

telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please
increase separation between the product and the mobile
telephone.

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Caution for AC Mains Lead Accessories

(For United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia Please check and identify the supplied
accessories. Use numbers indicated in
and Kuwait) parentheses when asking for replacement parts.
(“EB” and “GS” area code models only)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully. ∏ 1 Remote control ∏ 1 AM loop antenna
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for [HT878] [HT870] (N1DAAAA00001)
your safety and convenience. (EUR7722X30)
[HT520]
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
(EUR7722X10)
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the

Caution for AC Mains Lead/Accessories

replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by
∏ 1 FM indoor antenna
ASTA or BSI to BS1362. (RSA0007-J)
Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the
fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is ∏ 2 Remote control batteries
∏ 1 System cable
refitted when the fuse is replaced. (K1HA25HA0001)
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer. ∏ 1 Video cable
(RJL1P016B15A) ∏ Speaker cables
CAUTION! [HT878] [HT520]
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE 3k4-m cables
(REE1247A)
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD 2k10-m cables
BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF (REE1247C)
∏ 1 AC mains lead
SAFELY. [HT870]
[The\United\Kingdom,[ 1k4-m cable (REE1203A)
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF
[Saudi[Arabia]and[Kuwait]
THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE (RJA0053-3X)
SOCKET.
∏ 1 Sheet of speaker-cable
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated stickers
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician. \Australia\and\N.Z.]
IMPORTANT (K2CJ2DA00010)
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code: ∏ 8 Silver screws [HT878]
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. (XSN5+16FN)
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings [Continental[Europe,[Russia,[
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: [Southeast[Asia,[the[Middle[
∏ 4 Black screws [HT878]
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal [East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[
[Arabia[and[Kuwait] (XTB3+10JFZ)
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
(K2CQ2CA00002)
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red. ∏ 4 Clips [HT878]
(QWBG002AA)
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED [The\United\Kingdom] ∏ 4 Large washer screws [HT870]
∏ 1 Antenna plug adaptor
GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW. (K1YZ02000013)
(RHD50015)
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.
∏ 8 Small screws [HT870]
Before use
(XSN5+10FN)
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse [Note]
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only.
(figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the Do not use it with other equipment.
instructions below. \The\United\Kingdom\and\Republic\of\Ireland]
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
www.panasonic.co.uk (for UK customers only)
Figure A Figure B ≥ Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by telephoning our
Fuse cover Customer Care Centre Mon–Friday 9:00am–5:30pm.
(Excluding public holidays.)
≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application.
≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
≥ It couldn’t be simpler!

Customer Care Centre

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover. For UK customers: 08705 357357
For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Figure A Figure B
Technical Support
For UK customers: 0870 1 505610
This Technical Support Hot Line number is for
Fuse Fuse Panasonic PC software related products only.

(5 ampere) (5 ampere) For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer Care
Centre number listed above for all enquiries.
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Customer Care Centre numbers listed above.
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Simple setup Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting the assembly, setup, and
connection.
2 front and 4 large washer 4 mounting plates

STEP 1 [HT870]
4 bases 4 pipes 2 surround
speaker units
screws

8 small screws
Front and surround speaker assembly

Front and surround speaker assembly

[Note] 2 Attach the plate A to the speaker.
The front and surround speaker pairs as well as the pipe pairs are Ensure the plate A is fastened on straight by lightly tightening the
different. top and bottom screws alternately until fully tightened.
– Check the label on the rear of the speaker before attaching the Small screws
pipe (‹ page 8). Speaker
– The pipe with the shorter cable is for the front speaker unit.
Preparation Plate A
≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay a soft cloth and perform
assembly on it.
≥For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Polyfoam
1 Attach the pipe to the base.
1 Thread the speaker cable through the base.

Lessen excess speaker cable. You can also attach to the upper rear of the speaker.
The height of the speaker is indicated in the diagram
(‹ page 5) when attaching the plate A to the upper rear or
Thread the lower rear of the speaker.
speaker cable
Cable through here. 3 Place the pipe on the plate A and attach the plate B.

Plate B Rotate the pipe so that the flat

side is facing away from the
Hole for screw back of the speaker.
Groove
2 Insert the pipe.

Insert the pipe while slightly

pulling on the speaker cable.

3 Secure the pipe to the

Rear side of base
base.
Ensure the screw is Large
securely fastened. washer
Fit the offset into the slot
screw
and slide the plate B into
the locked position.
Plate B
Cable
Offset
The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment
Slot
to Panasonic SB-PF921 front speakers and SB-PS921
surround speakers. Only use as indicated in this setup.

2 Attach the stand to the front and 4 Secure the plate with the same screw removed in
surround speaker. procedure 1.
≥There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.
Small screw
≥Using the polyfoam included with this unit may be convenient.
1 Remove the screw and separate the mounting plate into
two parts.
Plate B Plate A

Small screw

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∫ Front and surround speaker height

(Assembled diagram)
4 Connect the speaker cables.
1 Twist off the vinyl ends of Rear speaker
the speaker cables. panel
Speaker You can adjust within this range.

704 mm Insert the wire

1,160 mm 750 mm
fully.

Front and surround speaker assembly

Pipe _: Copper
Stopper `: Silver
818 mm 575 mm screw
Base
Do not Push!
remove.
Attach to lower Attach to upper
rear of speaker. rear of speaker.
2 Press the speaker cable into the groove.

3 Adjust the speaker height.

≥Check the screws you tightened on page 4. If there is any excess speaker cable,
detach the rubber cap on the top of
e.g. Attaching the stand to the lower rear of the speaker the pipe and thread the speaker
1 Loosen the attached speaker mounting cable into the opening while pulling
plate screw until the attached speaker is the speaker cable from the bottom of
slightly loose and adjustable. the base.

Be careful not to loosen the screw too

much or the speaker may detach and fall.

2 With one hand on the base, and the other

holding the speaker, adjust the height of
the speaker up and down.
≥After adjusting the height, tighten the screw 5 Fasten the speaker cable to the base.
on the mounting plate securely.

1 Press the speaker 2 Fit the speaker

cable and thread cable into the
between the base cover
hooks. groove as far as
Phillips-head screwdriver possible.

Stopper screw Rear side of base

Cable
Screw to stop mounting plate from moving or
sliding below this point.

For your reference

You can enjoy good acoustics by
adjusting the height of the speaker
with the height of the television so the
center positions of both are
approximately the same.

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over (Front and surround speakers)
Preparation
Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to the wall Screw eye (not included) Wall
(‹diagram right). e.g. String (not included)
≥You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the
walls and pillars to which the screw eyes are going to be
fastened.
≥Consult with a qualified housing contractor concerning the
appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a
surface that may not have strong enough support. Improper
Approx. 150 mm
attachment may result in damage to the wall or speakers.
1 Thread the string (not included) through the slot on the
rear of the speaker to prevent it from falling over. Rear of the speaker
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STEP [HT878] 1
Front and surround speaker assembly
Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting the assembly, setup, and connection.
4 speaker cables
4 speaker units 4 stands 4 bases 8 silver screws ≥2k4-m cables:
For front speakers
Front and surround speaker assembly

≥2k10-m cables:
For surround speakers

4 Assembled
_: Copper
Confirm screw
is securely
`: Silver
Insert the
Approx. fastened. wire fully.
120 mm 2
5

8 Position wire in
grooves as necessary,
1 3 Fit into groove. 7 Place into groove.
avoiding knots.

_: Copper
4 `: Silver
Confirm screw
2 is securely
fastened.

1 Fit into groove. 5 Place into groove.

≥You can attach the speakers directly to their bases (if you want to put them on shelves, for example).

∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over (Front and surround speakers)
String (not included)
Wall
Black screw
4 black screws

4 clips Approx. 150 mm

Clip
Screw eye (not included)

[Note]
Consult with a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not
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Other speaker setup options

[HT878] (Center speaker only) [HT870] [HT520]
∫ Attaching to a wall
1 Drive a screw (not included) into a wall.
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s).

≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of Wall or pillar
supporting 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the

Other speaker setup options

speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and
speakers.
[HT870]
≥When mounting the front and surround speaker to a wall, we recommend using a string (not included) to prevent it from falling (‹ page 5).
≥Use of optional speaker cables are recommended for wall-mounted front and surround speakers. (You can also remove the speaker cables
from the pipes supplied with this system.)

Front and surround speakers [HT870] Center speaker [HT878]

270 mm

230 mm

Center speaker [HT520]

So that the speaker fits up against the wall squarely, be Center speaker [HT870]
sure to press the speaker cable down into the groove.

150 mm

86 mm

In this position, the Move the speaker so

speaker will likely that the screw is in
fall if moved to the this position.
left or right.

∫ Fitting speaker stands (not included)

[HT878] [HT870] (Center speaker only)[HT520]
Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.
Observe the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram.
≥The stands must be able to support over 10 kg.
≥The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position.
e.g. [HT520] Front speaker

5 mm, pitch 0.8 mm

60 mm

Speaker stand
(not included)

Attach the stands to Plate thickness

these metal screw plus 7 to 10 mm
holes.
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2
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points.
≥Place speakers on flat secure bases.
STEP Locating ≥Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover
walls and windows with thick curtains.
≥Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the
seating position. The angles in the diagrams are approximate.

[HT878]
Locating

AC IN

FRONT (L, R) SURROUND (L, R) CENTER SUBWOOFER

≥The front left, right and surround speakers are all the same.

Setup example

Main unit

[HT870]
Do not use a front speaker as
a surround speaker or vice
versa. Verify the type of
speaker with the label on the
rear of the speaker.

FRONT (L, R) SURROUND (L, R) CENTER SUBWOOFER

≥The left and right speaker pairs are the same with respect to the front and surround
speakers.
Speaker labels
Setup example

Main unit

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[HT520]

1 2 3 4

Locating
FRONT SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER
(L, R) (L, R)
≥The front left, right and surround speakers are all the same.

Setup example

Main unit

≥Use only supplied speakers Notes on speaker use

Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will ≥You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you
be negatively affected. play sound at high levels over extended periods.
≥Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from ≥Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from – When playing distorted sound.
falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface. – When the speakers are receiving howling from a record player,
noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an
Main unit oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.
[Note] – When adjusting the sound quality.
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for – When turning the unit on or off.
proper ventilation.
If irregular coloring occurs on your television
Center speaker The supplied speakers are designed to be used close to a
≥Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it
television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions
is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a
and setup combinations.
rack or shelf. If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.
≥To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top
The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the
of the television.
problem. If it persists, move the speakers farther away from the
Subwoofer television.
Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy
shelf so that it won’t cause vibration. Leave 10 cm at the rear for Caution
ventilation. ≥The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only
as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to
Caution damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may
Hold the speakers by the sides. Applying pressure to the front net result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service
can damage the speaker. person if damage has occurred or if you experience a
e.g. [HT520] sudden change in performance.
≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using
methods other than those described in this manual.

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STEP 3 Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.
\Note]
≥Never short-circuit positive (i) and negative (j) speaker wires.
≥Be sure to connect only positive (copper) wires to positive (i) terminals and negative (silver) wires to negative (j) terminals.
Incorrect connection can damage the speakers.
[HT878]
Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Speaker cable Sheet of speaker-cable stickers

≥4-m cable: For center speaker

Speaker-cable sticker

2 FRONT (R)
1 FRONT (L)
4 SURROUND (R)
SUBWOOFER 3 SURROUND (L)

5 CENTER

2 1 4 35

Insert the wire fully. Copper

Silver

Click!

[HT870]
Speaker cable Sheet of speaker-cable stickers
≥4-m cable: For center speaker

Speaker-cable sticker
2 FRONT (R)

1 FRONT (L)

Insert the wire fully.

2 1 4 SURROUND (R)
SUBWOOFER
3 SURROUND (L)

Click!
5 CENTER

4 3 5

Silver
Copper

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[HT520]
5 speaker cables Sheet of speaker-cable stickers
≥3k4-m cables: For front and center speakers

≥2k10-m cables: For surround speakers

Connecting speakers with the subwoofer

Speaker-cable sticker

2 FRONT (R)
1 FRONT (L)
4 SURROUND (R)
3 SURROUND (L)

SUBWOOFER 5 CENTER

2 1 4 35

Insert the wire fully.

Click! Copper
Silver

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STEP 4 Video connections

Video cable

≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.

Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not display
properly.
Video connections

≥Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the

television’s operating instructions.

∫ Television with a VIDEO IN terminal ∫ Television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN

terminals
Television
VIDEO IN Television
(not included) COMPONENT
(not included) VIDEO IN
PR PB Y Video cables
(not included)

Video cable Back of the COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT
(included) main unit PB (480P/480I) Y

Back of the COMPONENT S-VIDEO

VIDEO OUT OUT
main unit PB (480P/480I) Y

S-VIDEO PR
OUT VIDEO
OUT

PR
VIDEO
OUT

∫ Television with an S-VIDEO IN terminal [The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe\and\Russia]

∫ Television with SCART terminal
Television S-VIDEO AV
(not included) IN Television
(not included)

S-video cable
(not included) Scart cable
(not included)
COMPONENT
Back of the VIDEO OUT
main unit PB (480P/480I) Y
Back of the
S-VIDEO
OUT
main unit
AV

PR
VIDEO
OUT

S-VIDEO OUT terminal

The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the To enjoy progressive video
VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and ≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480P
luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.) compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if
connected to an incompatible television.)
≥When playing NTSC discs, change video output mode to
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals “480P” (‹ page 23) or press [PROGRESSIVE] on the main
These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive unit so “PROG.” appears on the display.
output and provide a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT
terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color All Panasonic televisions that have 480P input connectors are
difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another
order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors. brand of television.
≥The description of the component video input terminals depends [Note]
on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Output from this unit is interlace if you have connected to the
Connect to terminals of the same color.
television through the VIDEO OUT, S-VIDEO OUT or SCART
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe\and\Russia]
(AV) terminal or when playing PAL discs, even if “PROG.” is on
≥When making this connection, select “Video/Y PB PR” or
the display.
“S-Video/Y PB PR” from QUICK SETUP (‹ page 14).

SCART (AV) terminal

To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output
from the SCART (AV) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or
“RGB” to suit the type of television you are using. Select “S-Video/
Y PB PR” or “RGB/No Output” from QUICK SETUP (‹ page 14).
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STEP 5 Radio and system connection

System cable AM loop FM indoor AC mains lead [[Continental[Europe,[Russia,[Southeast]
antenna antenna [The\United\Kingdom,[ [Australia\and\N.Z.] ]Asia,[the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[
[Saudi[Arabia]and[Kuwait]
[Arabia[and[Kuwait]

Radio and system connection/The remote control

≥Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete.
≥Optional antenna connections (‹ page 27).
\Southeast\Asia,\the\Middle\East,\
FM indoor antenna \South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia\and\Kuwait[
AM loop antenna Before connecting the
Adhesive tape
Stand the antenna up on its base. Place AC mains lead
Fix the other end of the antenna
where reception is best. the antenna where the reception is best.
Keep loose antenna cable away from Set the voltage.
other wires and cables. 127 V 110 V 220 V-230 V 240 V
Click!
VOLT ADJ
Subwoofer Use a flat-head screwdriver to turn
the voltage selector on the back of
the subwoofer to the appropriate
Main unit
position for the area in which this
system is used.
FM ANT
(75h) AUX
VCR TV
AUDIO AUDIO
LINE
OUT
CO
V
If the power supply in your area is
IN IN
AM ANT
L
PB
115 V or 120 V, please set the voltage
selector as follows:
1
A LOOP

≥For 115 V: Set to 110 V.

R
EXT
PR

≥For 120 V: Set to 127 V.

Catch up
2
To disconnect
Press the catch AC mains lead
and pull out.
To disconnect
To household mains socket
Press the catch
and pull out.
System cable Catch up

Conserving power [The\United\Kingdom,[Saudi[Arabia]and[Kuwait]

The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC
off (For the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Russia, Australia and
MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 3 BEFORE CONNECTION.
N.Z.: approx. 0.7 W or for Southeast Asia, the Middle East, South Africa,
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait: approx. 0.9 W). To save power when the unit is
not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

STEP
Remote control
6 The remote control
Batteries Do not:
≥mix old and new batteries.
≥use different types at the same time.
≥heat or expose to flame.
≥take apart or short circuit.
so the poles (i and j) match
2 Insert
those in the remote control.
≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
3 damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.

Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long

period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
∫ Use
1 ≥Do not use Aim at the sensor (‹ page 14), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum
R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 rechargeable type range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.
batteries.
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STEP 7 QUICK SETUP

The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.

Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.
QUICK SETUP/Control reference guide

1 2 3 4 5 6
Select
SETUP
DVD/CD SHIFT MUTING RETURN SETUP
r ENTER

ENTER
SHIFT
r
MUTING
Register

Turn the unit Select Shows QUICK Follow the messages Press to Press to exit.
on. “DVD/CD”. SETUP screen. and make the settings. finish QUICK
SETUP.
To change these settings later
Select “QUICK SETUP” in “Others” tab (‹ page 25).

Control reference guide

See reference pages in brackets.

Standby/on indicator
(33) AV SYSTEM
When the unit is connected to the AC mains
TV VCR/AUX Select the source supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode and
Turn the unit on.
(14, 26, 33). goes out when the unit is turned on.
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Source select button [INPUT SELECTOR] (26)
(31)
Switch the DVD/CD # FM # AM # TV # VCR # AUX
television’s video
1 2 3 (26, 33) # Return to DVD/CD
input mode (33).
CH
4 5 6 TUNE MODE
FM MODE MEMORY
VOLUME

/I RDS
PROGRESSIVE SFC SUBWOOFER LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE

VOLUME
(17) 7 8 9 TUNING DOWN UP PHONES

-/--
Adjust the volume.
CANCEL 0 S10
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
RDS, Progressive button (17, 27)
(17) Remote control
Standby/on switch [Í/I]
signal sensor
Press to switch the unit from on to
standby mode or vice versa.
TOP MENU MENU
In standby mode, the unit is still
(17, 20, 21) (17, 20, 21)
consuming a small amount of power.
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

(14) ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN
(22, 33) (17, 33)
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL
(30) (28) (28) (28, 30)
POSITION ZOOM SETUP
C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING
POSITION ZOOM SETUP
C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING
PAGE
FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE (30) (18) (18) (24, 31) AC supply
indicator (AC IN)
TEST PAGE
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE This indicator lights
(17) (17, 18) (19) (19) when the unit is
TEST
connected to the AC
CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE mains supply.
(29) (18) (18)

To use functions labeled in orange:

While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.

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Discs that can be played

Indication
used in
Disc Logo operating
Remarks
instructions
Recorded using Version 1.1 of the ≥Recorded with DVD-Video recorders, DVD-
Video Recording Format (a unified Video cameras, personal computers, etc.
video recording standard). ≥Remove TYPE 2
[RAM]
and 4 discs from
their cartridges
DVD-RAM
before use.

Discs that can be played/Disc handling

Recorded using the DCF (Design ≥Recorded with Panasonic DVD-Video
rule for Camera File system) recorders.
[JPEG]
standard. ≥To play JPEG files, select “Play as Data Disc”
in Other Menu (‹ page 23).
[DVD-A] —
DVD-Audio Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content.
[DVD-V]
To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (‹ page 23)
—
DVD-Video

[DVD-V] Panasonic DVD-R recorded and finalized§ on Panasonic DVD-Video recorders or

DVD-R DVD-Video cameras are played as DVD-Video on this unit.

—
Video CD

[VCD]
Conforming to IEC62107
SVCD

This unit is compatible with HDCD, but does not support the Peak Extend function.
(A function which expands the dynamic range of high level signals)
CD [CD] HDCD-encoded CDs sound better because they are encoded with 20 bits, as
compared with 16 bits for all other CDs.
≥During HDCD play, “HDCD” lights on the unit’s display.
≥This unit can play CD-R/RW (audio recording disc) recorded with the formats on
[WMA]
the left. Close the sessions or finalize§ the disc after recording.
[MP3]
CD-R ≥HighMAT discs
— [JPEG]
CD-RW WMA, MP3 or JPEG files only.
[CD]
To play without using the HighMAT function, select “Play as Data Disc” in Other
[VCD]
Menu (‹ page 23).
§A process that allows play on compatible equipment.

≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
∫ Discs that cannot be played
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, DVD+R, iRW, DVD-RW, SACD, Disc handling
Divx Video Discs and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed
from their cartridge, 2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji
VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that ∫ To clean discs
do not conform to IEC62107. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
∫ Audio format of DVDs
This unit automatically recognizes
and decodes discs with these
symbols.

∫ Video systems
– This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match [RAM] [DVD-R]
the system used on the disc. ≥Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner
– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television. (LF-K200DCA1, where available).
– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL ≥Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs, etc.
television (‹ page 24, “NTSC Disc Output” in “Video” tab).
∫ Disc handling precautions
≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc
HighMAT™ and the HighMAT logo are either warping, rendering it unusable).
trademarks or registered trademarks of ≥Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing
Microsoft Corporation in the United States instrument.
and/or other countries. ≥Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
≥Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
≥Do not use the following discs:
– Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels
(rented discs, etc.).
– Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
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Basic play
Basic play

1 Turn the unit 2 Select 3 Open the

on. “DVD/CD”. disc tray.

/I
INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE
OPEN/CLOSE

VOLUME
TUNE MODE
FM MODE MEMORY
/I RDS
PROGRESSIVE SFC SUBWOOFER LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE

TUNING DOWN UP PHONES

PROGRESSIVE

4 Load the 5 Start play. 6 Adjust the

disc. volume.
≥Load double-sided
discs so the label
for the side you
want to play is DOWN UP
facing up.

[Note[
Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. Press [∫] when
If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting
you finish to preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen.
(‹ page 38, 39).

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AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX Select

SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD On-screen

DVD/CD ENTER

item select
Register
Numbered 1 2 3
CH
buttons
4 5 6
[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
7 8 9
VOLUME
ij e.g. To select 12:
-/-- VOLUME
CANCEL CANCEL 0 S10 1 2 3
[S10] ‹ [1] ‹ [2]
[VCD] with playback control
, SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
, 4 5 6

7 8 9
While stopped, press the
-/-- numbered buttons.
Enter number 0 S10

TOP MENU MENU [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Basic play
TOP MENU MENU e.g. To select 123:
DIRECT PLAY
ENTER
[1] ‹ [2] ‹ [3] ‹ [ENTER]
NAVIGATOR LIST

342 1 ENTER
≥Press [CANCEL] to cancel
CANCEL
ENTER DISPLAY RETURN the number(s).
RETURN
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH [DVD-A] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL
A folder on WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs is
POSITION ZOOM
C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO
SETUP
MUTING treated as a “Group”.
Starting play
FL DISPLAY
FL DISPLAY
PAGE
GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE from a PAGE
Select
GROUP selected GROUP
SHIFT
TEST
CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE # ENTER

SUBTITLE group
Register

Return to RETURN
The position is memorized previous
while “RESUME” is on the screen
display.
≥Press [1] (play) to resume.
[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA]
[DVD-V] To review the
Stop [MP3]
previous chapters
(‹ page 18, Position Time display,.Number display
memory) Main unit FL DISPLAY [JPEG]
≥Press [∫] to clear the display When Slideshow is on:
position.
SLIDE()Number display
When Slideshow is off:
≥Press [1] (play) to start play.
PLAY()Number display
Pause

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

Information SUBTITLE [CD] (CD text only)
SKIP Turns the information screen
screen
on/off
≥[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Skip [3 4]: Group skip
TOP MENU
[DVD-A] [DVD-V]
during play
ENTER
Shows a disc top menu
[2 1]: Content skip
during play
MENU [DVD-V]
Disc menu Shows a disc menu
Search ≥Up to 5 steps.
(during play) ≥Press [1] (play) to start play.
SLOW/SEARCH
Slow-motion ≥ [VCD] Slow motion, forward [VCD]
RETURN
(during pause) direction only. Shows a disc menu

Main unit
Progressive only TUNED MONO RDS PS
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLEEP
WMA CSM RND
video RDS HDCD SFC SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
PROGRESSIVE DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP

≥ [VCD] Forward direction only.

Frame-by-
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Convenient functions

POSITION
AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX MEMORY Position memory
Memorizes the position to resume play.
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

ZOOM
1 2 3
SHIFT AUDIO Zoom
4 5 6
CH
r Expands the letterbox picture to fit the screen.
VOLUME
7 8 9
-/--
CANCEL 0 S10 ZOOM
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH AUDIO Audio
Changes the soundtrack.

TOP MENU MENU

SUBTITLE Subtitle
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST Changes the subtitle language.
342 1
Convenient functions

ENTER

ENTER DISPLAY RETURN

RETURN QUICK REPLAY Quick replay
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
Replays a scene.
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

POSITION C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING
PAGE
MEMORY FL DISPLAY
PAGE
GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE
ZOOM SHIFT
r GROUP Page skip
AUDIO Selects still pictures.
PAGE TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE
SHIFT SUBTITLE
QUICK
REPLAY See below for details.

Position memory Audio

(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] (with multiple soundtracks) [RAM] [VCD]
[JPEG]: Works with all JPEG content.) Press [AUDIO] several times to select the
This position is memorized even after turning off the unit, changing
soundtrack.
the source or changing the disc. [RAM] [VCD]
Press [POSITION MEMORY]. You can use this button to select “L”, “R” or “LR”. Menu
[DVD-V] (Karaoke discs) Audio 1
Position memorized
Press [2 1] to select “On” or “Off” of vocals.
≥Up to 5 discs. Read the disc’s instructions for details.
≥When the sixth disc is memorized, the earliest position is replaced.
When the unit is turned on, “DVD/CD” is reselected or the disc is Subtitle
inserted, “RESUME” displays.
[DVD-V] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only)
Press [1] (play) to start play from that [RAM] (On/Off only)
position. Press [SUBTITLE] several
To review the previous chapters [DVD-V] times to select the subtitle Menu
Press [1] (play) while the following message is displayed. Subtitle Off
language.
Press PLAY to preview chapters or Press PLAY to Chapter Review
To clear/display the subtitles
Press [2 1] to select “On” or “Off”.
The beginning portions of each chapter up to the current one are played.
≥Do not press [1] (play) if you want to cancel review.
Quick replay
Zoom (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.)

[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]

Press [QUICK REPLAY] to skip back a few
Press [SHIFT]i[ZOOM] seconds.
Menu
several times to select the
preset aspect ratio or Just Fit Zoom ˜1.00 Page skip
“Auto”. (Just Fit Zoom) [DVD-A]
During play or while paused
Fine adjustments (Manual Zoom)
Press [2 1]. Press [SHIFT] i [PAGE].
–from k1.00 to k1.60 (in 0.01 units) The page changes each time you do this.
–from k1.60 to k2.00 (in 0.02 units) ≥Press [RETURN] to go back to page 1.
≥Press and hold [2 1] to alter faster.

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AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX REPEAT Repeat play
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

Numbered 1 2 3 All group, random and program play

buttons 4 5 6
CH

[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]

VOLUME
7 8 9 [VCD] [CD] (There is no on-screen display.)
-/--
CANCEL CANCEL 0 S10 Each time you press the button while stopped:
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH All group ([DVD-A])>Program> Random>off (Normal play)
^---------------------------------------------------------------------}
PLAY MODE To exit all group, program and random mode
TOP MENU MENU Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.
≥Disable HighMAT disc play to use random and program play.
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST Select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (‹ page 23).
342 1 ≥[DVD-A] Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password

Convenient functions
ENTER

ENTER DISPLAY RETURN screen appears after selecting a group, enter the password
with the numbered buttons to play the bonus group. Refer
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
also to the disc’s jacket.
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

C.S.M
POSITION
MEMORY
ZOOM
AUDIO
SETUP
MUTING See below for details.
PAGE
PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE
PLAY MODE
REPEAT SHIFT
TEST
CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE

SHIFT

Repeat play 2 Press [1] (play).

≥You can play a maximum of 999 audio/picture contents
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. in random order.
[JPEG]: Works with all JPEG content.)
During play ∫ Program play (up to 24 items)
Press [REPEAT] several times to 1 Press the numbered e.g. [DVD-V]
Menu
select an item to be repeated. buttons to select the P rogram P l ay
Repeat Off
[RAM] items ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] No.
Choose a title and chapter.
Title Chapter Time

PG REPEAT’ ALL REPEAT (Entire disc)’ REPEAT OFF 1 Play

≥During play list play

then press [ENTER]). Clear

SCENE REPEAT’ PL REPEAT’ REPEAT OFF ≥To select a 2-digit number Clear all

e.g. To select 25:

[DVD-A]
[S10]‹[2]‹[5]
TRACK REPEAT’ GROUP REPEAT§’ REPEAT OFF to select and press ENTER to exit
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
PLAY

[DVD-V] [2]‹[5]‹[ENTER]
CHAPTER REPEAT’ TITLE REPEAT§’ REPEAT OFF ≥Repeat this step to program other items.
[VCD] [CD] (There is no on-screen display.) e.g. [CD]
TRACK REPEAT’ ALL REPEAT (Entire disc)’ REPEAT OFF TUNED MONO RDS PS S.SRND L C R
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLEEP TRCK C.F LS RS
[WMA] [MP3] (There is no on-screen display.) WMA CSM
HDCD SFC
RND
SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
CHAP DTS
PL
S LFE

CONTENT REPEAT’ GROUP REPEAT§’ REPEAT OFF

DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP DIGITAL

Track No. Program No.

[JPEG] (There is no on-screen display.)
GROUP REPEAT§’ REPEAT OFF 2 Press [1] (play).
§During all group ([DVD-A]), program and random play “ALL REPEAT”
is displayed. To select all the items [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
(on the disc or in the title or group)
All group, random and program play Press [ENTER] and [3 4] to select “ALL”, then press [ENTER]
∫ All group play again to register.
[DVD-A] All Group Playback To change the program
Press [1] (play). [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Press PLAY to start Press [3 4] to select an item.
– To change an item, repeat step 1.
∫ Random play – To clear an item, press [CANCEL] (or select “Clear” and press
[ENTER]).
1 [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] e.g. [DVD-V]
≥Press [SHIFT]i[PAGE] to skip 8 lines at a time.
Press the numbered Random Playback [VCD] [CD]
Choose a title. Each time [CANCEL] is pressed, the displayed item is cleared.
buttons to select a title Title 1
or a group ([WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] 0 ~ 9 to select PLAY to start
To clear the whole program
then press [ENTER]). [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
[DVD-A] Press [3 4 2 1] to select “Clear all” and press [ENTER].
[VCD] [CD]
≥To enter all groups, press [2 1] to select “All” and press
While stopped, press [∫] to clear all.
[ENTER].
≥To deselect a group, press the numbered buttons The whole program is also cleared when the unit is turned off, the
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[VCD] [CD] The program is retained in memory.
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Using navigation menus

AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX TOP MENU MENU
or Playing data discs
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

Numbered TOP MENU MENU

buttons 1 2 3
CH
or Playing HighMATTM discs
4 5 6
VOLUME
7 8 9
-/--
S10
CANCEL 0
Playing the programs
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
, DIRECT
NAVIGATOR

TOP MENU TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY

Playing a play list
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
PLAY
LIST
PLAY LIST LIST
Using navigation menus

342 1 ENTER

ENTER DISPLAY RETURN See below and the following page for details.
DISPLAY
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING

PAGE
FL DISPLAY REPEAT PLAY MODE
PAGE GROUP

TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE
SHIFT

Playing data discs 2 Press [3 4] to move through the tracks

and press [ENTER].
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] ≥Press [SHIFT]i[PAGE] to skip 10 lines at a time.
You can play JPEG files on DVD-RAM or play HighMAT discs without
using the HighMAT function (‹ page 23, “Play as Data Disc” in Using the submenu [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Other Menu).
∫ Using playback menus (except JPEG files on DVD-RAM) 1 While the menu is displayed
Press [DISPLAY].
1 Press [TOP MENU]. Items shown differ depending on the type of software.
2 Press [3 4] to select “All”, “Audio” or
Groups and content
Multi
“Picture” and press [ENTER]. Contents only
List
≥To exit the screen Groups only
Press [TOP MENU].
Tree
Thumbnail Thumbnail images [JPEG]
∫ Using navigation menus To go to next groups [WMA] [MP3]
Next group
1 Press [MENU]. Previous group To go to previous groups [WMA] [MP3]
2 Press [3 4 2 1] to select the group or All WMA/MP3 and JPEG files
audio/picture content and press [ENTER]. Audio WMA/MP3 files only
Group and content Picture JPEG files only
number currently playing To switch between guide messages and
Navigation Menu 5 JPEG
002 My favorite2 005 Japanese 001 Lady Starfish Help display the elapsed play time indicator
: JPEG files To search by content or group title
Perfume 001 Lady Starfish Find
001 My favorite1
002 My favorite2
002 Metal Glue
003 Life on Jupiter
(‹below)
001 Brazilian 004 Starperson
002 Chinese : WMA/MP3 files
003 Czech
004 Hungarian
005 Japanese
006 Mexican
007 Philippine
2 Press [3 4] to select the sub menu and
008 Swedish
009 Piano
010 Vocal
press [ENTER].
Group 005/023 Content 0001/0004
DISPLAY to display the sub menu RETURN to exit
Number currently selected ∫ Searching by content or group title [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
Place the cursor on the group title to search a group, or place the
Group Audio/picture contents
cursor on the content title to search contents.
≥To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a 1 Select “Find” (‹ above).
JPEG image on the screen
Select a JPEG file first, and then select tracks. ¢ A Find
(The opposite order is not effective.)
≥To exit the screen 2 Press [3 4] to select a character and press [ENTER].
≥Repeat to enter another characters.
Press [MENU].
≥Lower case is also searched.
To use the contents screen to find a track ≥Press [6 5] to skip between A, E, I, O and U.
[CD] (CD text only) ≥Press [2] to erase a character.
≥Erase the asterisk (¢) to search for the titles starting with that
1 Press [TOP MENU] CDText

Disc Title: All By Artist

1/23 2 01 character.
or [MENU].
Disc Artist:
Track title:
Track Artist:
Pink Island
Long John Platinum
SHIPWRECKED
3 Press [1] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].
1. Ashley at Prom
The search result screen appears.
2. City Penguin
3.
4.
5.
Formura one
Soccer
Baseball
4 Press [3 4] to select the content or group and press
6.
7.
8.
Neanderthal
Cartoons
Trilobites
[ENTER].
RQT7429 9. White Dwarf
10. Discovery

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Playing HighMATTM discs Playing the programs

[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [RAM]
1 While stopped 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Press [TOP MENU]. ≥Titles appear only if you Direct Navigator

2 Press [3 4 2 1] to select the item have entered them.

≥You cannot change
following the on-screen instructions. program and disc titles. No. Date On Title Contents

e.g.
Menu: Takes you to the next
2 Press [3 4] or the
1
2
3
11/ 1(WED)
1/ 1 (MON)
2/ 2 (TUE)
0:05
1:05
2:21
Monday feature
Auto action
Cinema
New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te PAG E 1 / 3

menu which shows play numbered buttons 4

5
3/ 3 (WED)
4/10(THU)
3:37
11:05
Music
Baseball

lists or another menu to select the 0 9 to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit

M e nu 1 P l ay l i s t 1 M e nu 2

Play list: play starts program.

≥Press [SHIFT]i[PAGE] to skip 5 lines at a time.
≥To select a 2-digit number

Using navigation menus

P l ay l i s t 2 M e nu 3 P l ay l i s t 3

2 Prev 3Return Next1

e.g. 23: [S10] ‹ [2] ‹ [3]
≥Press [1] to show the contents of the program and the disc.
≥To change the menu background
Press [DISPLAY]. 3 Press [ENTER].
The background changes to the one recorded on the disc. ≥To exit the screen
≥To exit the screen Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Press [∫].
Playing a play list
∫ Selecting from the list
1 During play Playlist All By Artist [RAM]
No. Content title (Only when the disc contains a play list)
Press [MENU]. Playlist
1 Few times in summer

Group
Content
2 Less and less
3
4
And when I was born
Quatre gymnopedies
1 Press [PLAY LIST]. Playlist

No. Date Length Title

5 You've made me sad

2 Press [2] then 6

7
I can't quit him
Evening glory
8 Wheeling spin
2 Press [3 4] or the 1
2
3
11/1
1/ 1
2/ 2
0:00:01
0:01:20
1:10:04
City Penguin
Ashley at Prom
Formula one

[3 4] to switch numbered buttons

9 Velvet Cuppermine 4 3/ 3 0:10:20 Soccer
10 Ziggy starfish 5 4/10 0:00:01 Baseball
6 4/11 0:00:01 City Penguin

among Playlist, 0 9 to select ENTER to play RETURN to exit to select the play 7
8
4/ 15
4/ 17
0:01:10
0:13:22
Ashley at Prom
Formula one
9 4/ 20 0:05:30 Soccer

Group and Content list. 10 4/22 0:07:29 Baseball

lists. ≥Press [SHIFT]i[PAGE] to 0 9 to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit

skip 10 lines at a time.

≥To select a 2-digit number
3 Press [1] then [3 4] to select an item e.g. 23: [S10] ‹ [2] ‹ [3]
and press [ENTER]. 3 Press [ENTER].
≥Press [SHIFT]i[PAGE] to skip 10 lines at a time. ≥To exit the screen
Press [PLAY LIST].
≥To exit the screen
Press [MENU].

Tips for making WMA/MP3 and JPEG discs (For CD-R, CD-RW) [WMA]
≥Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended ≥You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.
formats).
≥This unit is compatible with multi-session but if there are a lot of [MP3]
sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of ≥This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags.
sessions to a minimum to avoid this. ≥Compatible sampling rate: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1
and 48 kHz
Naming folders and files e.g. [MP3]
At the time of recording, prefix folder [JPEG]
and file names with 3-digit numbers in root ≥To view JPEG files on this unit:
001 group
the order you want to play them (this – Take them on a digital camera that meets the DCF Standard
001
may not work at times). (Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0. Some digital
Files must have the extension: 001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3
cameras have functions that are not supported by the DCF
“.WMA” or “.wma” 003 track.mp3 Standard Version 1.0 like automatic picture rotation which may
002 group
“.MP3” or “.mp3” render a picture un-viewable.
“.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg” – Do not alter the files in any way or save them under a different
001 track.mp3
003 group
002 track.mp3 name.
003 track.mp3
004 track.mp3 ≥This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other
such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or play
001 track.mp3
002 track.mp3 associated sound.
003 track.mp3

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Using on-screen menus

(Refer to page 14 for remote control button positions.)

1 2 3 4
Select
Select 1 2 3

DISPLAY Go to the
4 5 6
next menu ENTER DISPLAY
7 8 9
ENTER -/--
Register 0 S10

Register
Return to the
previous menu
Press once. Select the menu. Make the settings. Press to exit.
(When pressed twice, the elapsed
play time indicator appears ‹
below.)
Items shown differ depending on
Using on-screen menus

the type of software.

Main Menu

Program To start from a specific item Still Picture To switch still picture
Group
Thumbnail To show thumbnail images
Title
Chapter Subtitle (‹ page 18)
Track
Playlist [RAM]
Content To recall a marker recorded on DVD-Video
Marker (VR)
recorders
To skip incrementally or decrementally To recall a marker: [3 4] ‹ [ENTER]
(Time Slip)
1 Press [ENTER] twice to show Time Slip (with multiple angles)
Angle
indicator. To select the angle
Time 2 Press [3 4] to select the time and press
[ENTER].
Rotate Picture To rotate pictures
≥Press and hold [3 4] to alter faster.
To turn on/off slideshow
To start from a specific time (Time Search) Slideshow
To change the slideshow timing (0–30 sec)
To change remaining/elapsed time display

(‹ page 18)

Audio [WMA] [MP3]

To display the current bitrate or sampling
frequency

∫Elapsed play time indicator

(Except [JPEG])
Condition—play, pause, or slow/search Current position

Current playback item Press [3 4] to select the elapsed

play time or the remaining time.

Other Settings
Except [JPEG] [RAM] (Still picture part)
[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [RAM] [DVD-V]
To repeat a specified section
To change play speed A-B Repeat
Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending
– from k0.6 to k1.4 (in 0.1 unit steps)
points. Press [ENTER] again to cancel.
Play Speed ≥After you change the speed
– Output is in stereo. Except [RAM]
– Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted To mark up to 5 positions to play again
to 48 kHz. [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept
markers.)
∫ Play Menu To mark a position: [ENTER] (at the desired
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. Marker point)
[JPEG]: Works with all JPEG content.) To mark another position: [2 1] ‹ [ENTER]
To recall a marker: [2 1] ‹ [ENTER]
Repeat (‹ page 19)
To erase a marker: [2 1] ‹ [CANCEL]
RQT7429 ≥This feature does not work during program
and random play.
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∫ Picture Menu ∫ Display Menu

Normal On ,------. Off
Information
Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances ([JPEG]: Off, Date, Details)
detail in dark scenes. Subtitle Position 0 to s60 (in 2 unit steps)
Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances
Subtitle Brightness Auto, 0 to s7
detail in dark scenes.
Animation To select how to show images made
Dynamic for 4:3 aspect screens on a 16:9
User (Press [ENTER] to select “Picture aspect television
Adjustment”) (‹ below)
Normal: Horizontally stretches images.
Picture Adjustment Auto: Expands 4:3 letterbox images
Picture Mode to fill more of the screen.
Contrast Other images appear in full in
4:3 Aspect
Brightness the center of the screen.
Sharpness Shrink: Images appear in the center
Colour of the screen.

Using on-screen menus

Gamma (Adjusts the brightness of dark parts.) Zoom: Expands all images to fill the
Depth Enhancer screen.
Reduces the rough noise in the background to If your television has a similar feature,
give a greater feeling of depth. use it instead for a better effect.
This does not work while using Cinema1 or 2
To select the appropriate screen size
(‹ above). Just Fit Zoom
to fit your TV screen
Video Output When playing NTSC discs
Manual Zoom To zoom in and out manually
Mode ≥480I (Interlace) ,------. 480P (Progressive)
[RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD]
If you have chosen “480P” (‹ above), select Bitrate Display [DVD-A] (Motion picture part)
the method of conversion for progressive On ,------. Off
output to suit the type of material.
Auto1(normal): For viewing film material GUI See-through On ,------. Off
Transfer Mode s3 to r3
Auto2: For viewing film material (the same as GUI Brightness
Auto1, but able to convert 30-frame-
per-second progressive video) ∫ Other Menu
Video: For video material
Play as DVD-Video While stopped
∫ Audio Menu or ≥Select “Play as DVD-Video” to play
Play as DVD-Audio DVD-Video contents of DVD-Audio.
Dolby Pro (‹ page 28)
Logic II
Play as DVD-VR, While stopped
To make the dialogue in movies easier to ≥Select “Play as Data Disc” to play
hear Play as HighMAT
JPEG files on DVD-RAM or to play a
Dialogue [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, 3-channel or HighMAT disc without using the
Enhancer or over, with the dialogue recorded in the Play as Data Disc HighMAT function.
center channel)
On ,------. Off Signal type/data
[RAM] [DVD-V] (Discs recorded with 48 kHz only) LPCM/PPCM/ÎDigital/DTS/MPEG: Signal type
[DVD-A] (Discs recorded with 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz(Sampling frequency)/bit/ch(Number of channels)
kHz only) Example: 3/2 .1ch
[VCD] [CD] .1: Low frequency effect
≥During 2ch output of these discs, this .1: (not displayed if there is no signal)
feature gives you a more natural sound by .0: No surround
adding the higher frequency signals not .1: Mono surround
recorded on the disc, for example, playing .2: Stereo surround (left/right)
DVD-Video recorded with 48 kHz at 96 kHz. .1: Center
(Sampling frequency ‹ page 35) .2: Front leftiFront right
≥During multi-channel output of these discs, .3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
this feature reproduces the frequencies lost
during recording to give you a sound closer
to the original.
Multi
[WMA] [MP3] (Disc recording is other than 8
Re-master
kHz, 16 kHz, 32 kHz)
This feature reproduces the higher
frequencies lost during recording to give you a
sound closer to the original.
1 --. 2 --. 3 --.Off
^------------------------}
[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [CD] (LPCM/PPCM)
1 High tempo (e.g., pop and rock)
2 Various tempos (e.g., jazz)
3 Low tempo (e.g., classical)
Other discs
1 Light effect
2 Medium effect
3 Strong effect

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Changing the player settings

(Refer to page 14 for remote control button positions.)

1 2 3 4 5
Select Select Select
1 2 3
SETUP SETUP
ENTER 4 5 6
SHIFT MUTING ENTER
SHIFT MUTING
r
ENTER

Go right Register
Register
7 8
-/--
9
r
0 S10

Shows Setup menu. Select the tab. Select the item. Make the settings. Press to exit.

Item ≥The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.
≥Underlined items are the factory preset.
Changing the player settings

Setup

Tab Disc Setting The QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in
Audio English
Video Subtitle Automatic the shaded area.
Audio Menus English
Display
Others Ratings Level 8

to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit

∫ “Disc” tab
Audio ≥English ≥(Language options)§1 ≥Original§2 ≥Other¢¢¢¢§3
Choose the audio language.
Subtitle ≥Automatic§4 ≥English ≥(Language options)§1 ≥Other¢¢¢¢§3
Choose the subtitle language.
Menus ≥English ≥(Language options)§1 ≥Other¢¢¢¢§3
Choose the language for disc menus.
Changing the menu language from
QUICK SETUP also changes this
setting.
Ratings Setting ratings (When level 8 is selected)
Set a ratings level to limit DVD-Video ≥8 No Limit ≥1 to 7 ≥0 Lock All: To prevent play of discs without ratings levels.
play. Changing ratings (When level 0–7 is selected)
≥Follow the on-screen instructions. ≥Unlock Player ≥Change Password ≥Change Level ≥Temporary Unlock
§1 §2
Language options The original language designed on the disc is selected.
[Southeast\Asia]: Chinese §3
Input a code number referring to the table on page 34.
[Others]: French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish §4
If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitle
and Dutch appears in that language (If available on the disc).

∫ “Video” tab
TV Aspect ≥4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3)
Choose the setting to suit your The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless
television and preference. prohibited by the disc).

≥4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3)

Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style.

≥16:9: Widescreen television (16:9)

TV Type ≥Standard (Direct View TV)
Select to suit the type of television. ≥CRT Projector ≥LCD TV/Projector
≥Projection TV ≥Plasma TV
Time Delay ≥0ms ≥20ms ≥40ms ≥60ms ≥80ms ≥100ms
When connected with a Plasma
display, adjust if you notice the audio
is out of sync with the video.
Video Out (AV/Component)§5 ≥Video/Y PB PR ≥S-Video/Y PB PR
Choose the video signal format to be ≥RGB/No Output
output from the SCART (AV) and
Component terminal.
Still Mode ≥Automatic
Specify the type of picture shown ≥Field: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower.
when paused. ≥Frame: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
NTSC Disc Output ≥PAL60: When connected to a PAL television
Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output when ≥NTSC: When connected to an NTSC television
RQT7429 playing NTSC discs (‹ page 15) ([Southeast\Asia]: “NTSC” is the factory preset.)

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∫ “Audio” tab
Dynamic Range Compression ≥Off
≥On: Adjust for clarity even when the volume is low through compressing the range of the lowest
sound level and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with
Dolby Digital)
Audio during Search ≥On
≥Off
Speaker Setting (‹ below) ≥Center: 0.0/1.0/2.0/3.0/4.0/5.0 ms
Set the delay time for your center and ≥Surround (L/R): 0.0/5.0/10.0/15.0 ms
surround speakers.

∫“Display” tab
Menu Language §6 ≥ English ≥
§7
≥English ≥ Français ≥Deutsch ≥Italiano ≥Español ≥Português ≥Svenska ≥Nederlands
On-Screen Messages ≥On ≥Off

Changing the player settings

§6
[Southeast\Asia] §7
[Except\Southeast\Asia]

∫ “Others” tab
FL Dimmer ≥Bright ≥Dim
≥Auto: The display is dimmed during play, but brightens when you perform some operations.
HighMAT ≥Enable
≥Disable (Unable to use the HighMAT function)
QUICK SETUP ≥Yes ≥No
Re-initialize Setting ≥Yes: The password screen is shown if Ratings (‹ page 24) are set. Please enter the same
This returns all values in the Setup password. After “INIT” on the display disappears, turn the unit off and on again.
menus to the default settings. ≥No

Changing the delay time (Speaker Setting)

(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
(Center and surround speakers only) If either distance a or b is less : Recommended placement
For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, than c, find the difference in the
except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the relevant table and change to the
seating position. If you have to place the center or surround recommended setting. L C R
speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to
make up for the difference. a
c
Center delay time
SW
b
LS RS
L ms C R
0.0

Exit Exit
SW a Center speaker
Difference Setting
ms
LS
0.0
RS Approx. 34 cm 1.0 ms
Approx. 68 cm 2.0 ms
Approx. 102 cm 3.0 ms
Surround delay time
Approx. 136 cm 4.0 ms
1 Press [3 4] to select the delay time box and press [ENTER]. Approx. 170 cm 5.0 ms
2 Press [3 4] to adjust the delay time and press [ENTER].
b Surround speakers
Difference Setting
Approx. 170 cm 5.0 ms
Approx. 340 cm 10.0 ms
Approx. 510 cm 15.0 ms

To finish the speaker setting

Press [2] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].

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The radio

AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX

SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

TUNER/BAND
WCH RDS INPUT SELECTOR MEMORY
Numbered 1 2 3
XCH
CH
buttons 4 5 6
VOLUME
7 8 9
-/-- VOLUME
TUNE MODE
CANCEL 0 S10 /I RDS
SFC SUBWOOFER LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE
FM MODE MEMORY

PROGRESSIVE

SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TUNING DOWN UP PHONES

TOP MENU MENU

-TUNE MODE
−FM MODE X TUNING W
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

ENTER

ENTER DISPLAY RETURN

TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING

PAGE
The radio

FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE

TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE

Automatic presetting Selecting the preset channels

Up to 15 stations can each be set in the FM and AM bands.
Main unit only
1 Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or
1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.
“AM”. 2 Press the numbered buttons to select the
2 Press [-TUNE MODE] to select channel.
Alternatively, press [XCH] or [WCH].
“MANUAL”. To select a 2-digit number
Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET e.g. 12: [S10] ‹ [1] ‹ [2]
3 Press [X TUNING] or [TUNING W] to tune TUNED MONO
MP3 ST L R
RDS PS
PTY DISC SLEEP

to the lowest frequency (FM: 87.50,

WMA CSM RND D.MIX
HDCD SFC SEQ PROG.
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP

AM: 522). When a stereo FM broadcast is being received.

[Southeast\Asia,\the\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia\and\
\Kuwait\ : (AM: 522 or 520) TUNED MONO RDS PS
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC

4 Press and hold [MEMORY].

WMA CSM
JPEG SFC
RND
SEQ
DVD- AV RCD PGM
Release the button when “FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO” is
displayed. ∫ If noise is excessive in FM
TUNED MONO RDS PS
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the Main unit only MP3 ST L R PTY DISC
channels in ascending order. Press and hold [−FM MODE] to WMA CSM RND
JPEG SFC SEQ
≥“SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set. The last display “MONO”. DVD- AV RCD PGM
station to be set is then played.
≥“ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is Press and hold [−FM MODE] again to cancel
unsuccessful. Preset the channels manually (‹ page 27). the mode.
The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

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Manual tuning RDS broadcasting

Main unit only [The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe\and\Russia]
Main unit only
1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “FM” The unit can display the text data transmitted by the radio data
system (RDS) available in some areas.
or “AM”. If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS signals, “RDS”
2 Press [-TUNE MODE] to select will light up on the display.

“MANUAL”. Press [RDS] to display the text data.

3 Press [X TUNING] or [TUNING W] to Each time you press the button:
select the frequency. PS > PTY > Frequency display
^--------------------------------------}
Press and hold [X TUNING] or [TUNING W] until the
frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning
stops when a station is found. PTY displays
NEWS VARIED FINANCE COUNTRY
Presetting the channel one by one
AFFAIRS POP M CHILDREN NATIONAL
1 Tune to the station (‹ above). INFO ROCK M SOCIAL A OLDIES
2 Press [ENTER]. SPORT M.O.R. M § RELIGION FOLK M

3 While “PGM” is flashing on the display EDUCATE LIGHT M PHONE IN DOCUMENT

Press the numbered buttons to select a DRAMA CLASSICS TRAVEL TEST

The radio
channel. CULTURE OTHER M LEISURE ALARM
Alternatively, press [X CH] or [W CH], then press [ENTER]. SCIENCE WEATHER JAZZ
§ “M.O.R. M”=Middle of the road music
TUNED MONO RDS PS
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLEEP
WMA CSM RND D.MIX
HDCD SFC SEQ PROG.
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP

[Note]
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset
RDS displays may not be available if reception is poor.
to that channel.

∫ AM frequency step
Main unit only
[Southeast\Asia,\the\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia\and\Kuwait[
The step is factory-set to 9 kHz, but you can change it to receive
broadcasts allocated in 10-kHz steps.

1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR] on the main unit to select “FM”.

2 Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR].
After a few seconds, the display changes to show the current
minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The
minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat the above steps.
[Note]
Any FM/AM frequencies preset in channels will be changed by this
procedure. Preset them again.

Optional antenna connections

Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.
≥Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.

[The\United\Kingdom]
Use the antenna plug
adaptor (included).

Leave the loop antenna

connected.
FM ANT VCR TV
(75h) AUX AUDIO AUDIO
LINE
OUT
IN IN
AM ANT
FM outdoor antenna A
L

LOOP
(Using a television EXT
R AM outdoor antenna (Using a
antenna) vinyl wire)
≥Disconnect the FM indoor Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across
antenna. 75 ≠ coaxial cable a window or other convenient location.
≥The antenna should be installed (not included) 5–12 m RQT7429
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Sound field and sound quality

AV SYSTEM
SFC Sound Field Control
TV VCR/AUX
Changes the sound quality.
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

C.FOCUS
1 2 3 SUPER SRND Super Surround
CH
4 5 6 Adds surround effects to stereo sound.
VOLUME
7 8 9
-/--
CANCEL 0 S10
C.FOCUS
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
SHIFT SUPER SRND Center Focus
r For clearer dialogues.
TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST
MIX 2CH
ENTER PL Dolby Pro Logic II
DISPLAY RETURN
Changes stereo sound to surround sound.

TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL
PLII [Note]
SFC C.S.M
POSITION
MEMORY
ZOOM
AUDIO
SETUP
MUTING C.FOCUS ≥When connected with headphones, the following sound field systems cannot be
SUPER SRND used. (Excluding Sound Field Control)
Sound field and sound quality

PAGE
FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE
≥You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound field
TEST

SHIFT
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE
systems are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound field system
off.
See below for details.

Sound Field Control Center Focus

Press [SFC]. TUNED MONO RDS PS
(Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel)
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLE
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem
Each time you press the button: WMA CSM RND like it is coming from within the television.
D
HEAVY: Adds punch to rock. JPEG SFC SEQ PR
CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds. DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL Press [SHIFT]i[C.FOCUS].
SOFT: For background music.
S.SRND L C R
DISCO: Reverberates sound to make you feel like you are in a disco. TRCK C.F LS RS
LIVE: Makes vocals more alive. CHAP DTS
S LFE
PL
HALL: Expands sound to make you feel like you are in a hall. DIGITAL
FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset).
CENTER FOCUS ON ,------. CENTER FOCUS OFF
To check the current setting ≥This does not work when Super Surround is turned on.
Press [SFC]. ≥This will also work when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.

Super Surround Dolby Pro Logic II

Press [SUPER SRND]. Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5-channel
Each time you press the button: S.SRND L C R surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround)
TRCK C.F LS RS
MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo CHAP DTS
from any stereo program material, whether or not it has been
S LFE
sources. PL specifically Dolby Surround encoded.
DIGITAL
MOVIE: Use this mode when playing
movie software. Press [ÎPLII].
S.SRND L C R
PARTY: Sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are Each time you press the button: TRCK C.F LS RS
MOVIE: Movie software, recorded in Dolby CHAP DTS
facing. PL
S LFE
Surround.
(off): Cancel DIGITAL
MUSIC: Stereo sources
OFF: Cancel
≥You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best
surround effect (‹ page 29, Speaker level adjustments).
≥Super Surround does not work when playing a DVD recorded with ≥This works only in DVD/CD mode.
Dolby Digital or DTS. ≥“ÎPLII” lights when there is effect.
≥When Super Surround is on, Dolby Pro Logic II (‹ right) turns off.

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AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT Speaker level adjustments
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD
DVD/CD
r
1 2 3
CH
4 5 6

ij See below for details.

VOLUME
7 8 9
-/--
CANCEL 0 S10 VOLUME
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH

TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

342 1 ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN

TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING

Sound field and sound quality

PAGE
FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE

TEST
SHIFT SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE

TEST
CH SELECT

Speaker level adjustments

This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects. Adjust ∫ To adjust speaker level during play
the speaker level to the same level as the front speakers. (Effective when playing multi-channel audio or Dolby Pro Logic
Preparation II is on.)
Press [DVD/CD].
1 Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker.
1 While stopped L #C #R #RS #LS #SW
Press [SHIFT]i[TEST] to output a test ^--------------------------------------------------}
SW: Subwoofer
signal.
≥You can adjust SW only if the disc includes a subwoofer
L: Front left
channel.
C: Center
≥SW does not appear on the display and is not adjustable
R: Front right
when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.
RS: Right surround
≥S appears instead of RS and LS on the display when
LS: Left surround
“MUSIC” or “MOVIE” is selected with Super Surround
2 Press [VOLUME, r] or [s] to set the (‹ page 28). In this case, you can adjust both surround
volume level normally used for listening. speaker levels at the same time.
S: `6 dB to +6 dB
3 Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to
2 Press [3] (increase) or [4] (decrease) to adjust the
adjust the speaker level for each speaker. speaker level for each speaker.
C, RS, LS: `6 dB to +6 dB
C, RS, LS, SW: `6 dB to +6 dB
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
≥To adjust the balance of the front speakers ≥To adjust the balance of the front speakers
While outputting the test signal, press [2 1].
During play, press [2 1].

To stop the test signal

Press [SHIFT]i[TEST] again.

[Note]
There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.

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Sound field and sound quality

AV SYSTEM MIX 2CH

TV VCR/AUX
SHIFT PL Down-mixing
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD
r Down-mixes multi-channel signals to 2 channels.

1 2 3
SUBWOOFER
4 5 6
CH
LEVEL Subwoofer level
VOLUME
7 8 9 Adjusts the amount of bass.
-/--
CANCEL 0 S10
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH

C.S.M Custom Sound Memory

Stores up to 30 sound settings (one setting per
TOP MENU MENU
disc).
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN
See below for details.
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL
LEVEL MIX 2CH
POSITION ZOOM SETUP
C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING
C.S.M
PAGE
Sound field and sound quality

FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE

TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE
SHIFT

Down-mixing Custom Sound Memory

You can output the down-mixed 2 channel signals when necessary [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD]
(e.g. when you intend to record 5.1 ch sound on other recording Available sound setting:
equipment). Subwoofer level, Center Focus, Sound Field Control,
Super Surround
Press [SHIFT]i[MIX 2CH].
After making the sound field or sound quality settings
TUNED MONO RDS PS S.SRND L C R
MP3 ST L R
WMA CSM
HDCD SFC
PTY DISC SLEEP
RND
SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
TRCK C.F LS RS
CHAP DTS
PL
S LFE
Press and hold [C.S.M].
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP DIGITAL

TUNED MONO RDS PS

MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLEEP
MIX 2CH ON ,------. MIX 2CH OFF WMA CSM
JPEG SFC
RND
SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP
[Note]
When “D.MIX” flashes on the display, the disc contains multiple-
channel signals that cannot be down-mixed. [DVD-A] ∫ Recall the settings
The unit recalls the settings when you play the disc again.

Subwoofer level ≥The settings are replaced if you change them.

≥When you store settings for the 31st disc, the settings for the
Press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL]. earliest disc are cleared.
SUB W 1>SUB W 2>SUB W 3>SUB W 4 (factory preset) ≥Press [C.S.M] while “CSM” is displayed to cancel the sound setting
^--------------------------------------------------------------} for the disc.
TUNED MONO RDS PS S.SRND L C R
≥Press [C.S.M] while “CSM” is out to recall the sound setting for the
MP3 ST L R PTY DISC SLEEP TRCK C.F LS RS
WMA CSM
HDCD SFC
RND
SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
CHAP DTS
PL
S LFE disc.
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP DIGITAL

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Other functions

SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD

SLEEP

1 2 3 SLEEP Sleep timer

CH Turns the unit off after a set time.
4 5 6

7 8 9
VOLUME
ij
-/-- VOLUME
CANCEL 0 S10
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SETUP
MUTING
Muting
TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
PLAY
LIST See below for details.
ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN

TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING
MUTING
PAGE
REPEAT PLAY MODE
FL DISPLAY GROUP
AUDIO

Duet discs
Sleep timer Off: Vocals off

Other functions
V1+V2: Both parts
Press [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes). V1: Part 1 only
V2: Part 2 only
RDS PS
PTY DISC SLEEP
RND D.MIX [VCD]
SEQ PROG.
PGM TTL GRP Press [AUDIO] during play.
Each time you press the button:
LR )L-)R
SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90
^""""}
^""""" OFF(_ SLEEP 120(_""}
LR: Vocals and accompaniment
L: Accompaniment only
To cancel the timer R: Vocals only
Press [SLEEP] to select “OFF”. Select “L” for karaoke. (R and L may be reversed on some discs.)

To confirm the remaining time

Press [SLEEP] again. Muting
To change the setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
Press [MUTING].
“MUTING” flashes on the unit’s display.
TUNED MONO RDS PS S.SRND L C R

Enjoying Karaoke MP3 ST L R

WMA CSM
JPEG SFC
PTY DISC SLEEP
RND
SEQ
D.MIX
PROG.
TRCK C.F LS RS
CHAP DTS
PL
S LFE
DVD- AV RCD PGM TTL GRP DIGITAL

[Southeast\Asia,\the\Middle\East,\South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia,]
[Kuwait,\Australia,\N.Z.\and\Russia] To cancel
1 Turn [MIC LEVEL] to “MIN” and connect ≥Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum (– – dB),
then raise it to the required level.
the microphone(s) (not included). ≥Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.
Microphone plug type: 6.3 mm monaural

MIN MIC LEVEL MAX VOLUME Using headphones

VOLUME
TUNE MODE

1
FM MODE MEMORY

Reduce the volume and connect the

/I RDS
PROGRESSIVE SFC SUBWOOFER LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE

1 MIC 2 MIC LEVEL TUNING DOWN UP PHONES

MIN MAX

headphones (not included).

Headphone plug type: 3.5 mm stereo

VOLUME
VOLUME
TUNE MODE
FM MODE MEMORY
/I RDS
PROGRESSIVE SFC SUBWOOFER LEVEL INPUT SELECTOR OPEN/CLOSE

TUNING DOWN UP PHONES

2 Insert the disc and start play (‹ page 16).

3 After music starts
Adjust the main volume with [VOLUME].
4 Adjust the microphone volume.
To turn the vocals on and off
2 Adjust headphone volume with
[DVD-V] [VOLUME].
≥Audio is automatically switched to stereo (2-channel).
1 Press [AUDIO] during play.
2 Press [2 1] to select the mode. [Note]
Solo discs Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing
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Operating other equipment

∫ Connection example

Television Video cassette recorder

(not included) To show video from the video (not included)
cassette recorder
Select “VIDEO 2” input on your
To play sound from the television television in this example.
Reduce the volume on the television to
its minimum and control the volume on
this unit. AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT
L 1 L
R 2 R

To play sound from a

video cassette
recorder
FM ANT VCR TV COMPONENT
(75h) AUX AUDIO AUDIO
LINE
VIDEO OUT
OUT
IN IN PB (480P/480I)
Y
AM ANT
L S-VIDEO
OUT
A LOOP Already connected
R
(‹ page 12)
Operating other equipment

EXT
PR
VIDEO
OUT

To record discs, radio

broadcast, etc. to a tape
deck
PLAY OUT REC IN
To play sound from a L L
tape deck R R
Audio cable (not included)

Tape deck Video cable (not included)

(not included) : Signal flow

AV SYSTEM TV
AV SYSTEM
TV VCR/AUX
VCR/AUX
SLEEP TV/AV TUNER/BAND DVD/CD
DVD/CD
TV/AV TUNER/BAND
Numbered 1 2 3
buttons CH WCH
4 5 6 XCH
VOLUME
7 8 9
-/--
CANCEL 0 S10
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
6, 5

, ;, 1
TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

ENTER

DISPLAY RETURN
TV VOL ` TV VOL _
TV VOL TV VOL
SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS MIX 2CH
LEVEL SFC SUPER SRND PL

POSITION ZOOM SETUP

C.S.M MEMORY AUDIO MUTING

PAGE
FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT PLAY MODE

TEST
SHIFT CH SELECT QUICK REPLAY SUBTITLE

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Operating the television and the video cassette recorder

You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television or
a video cassette recorder. Connect your equipment referring to Video cassette recorder
“Connection example” (‹ page 32). Preparation
[Note] ≥Change the video input mode on the television (“VIDEO 2” in the
The remote control may not work properly with some models. example).
.
≥Aim the remote control at the unit and press [VCR/AUX] to light up
the button.
Television
≥Aim the remote control at the video cassette recorder for the
Preparation following operations.
≥Aim the remote control at the unit and press [TV] to light up the
button. Turning the video cassette recorder on/off
≥Aim the remote control at the television for the following operations. Press [Í AV SYSTEM].

Turning the television on/off Play, pause and stop

Press [Í AV SYSTEM]. Press [1] (play), [;] or [∫].

Switching the television’s video input mode Fast forward and rewind
Press [TV/AV]. Press [6] or [5].

Changing channels
Press [X CH] or [W CH]. Connecting a laser disc or record player
Connect instead of a video cassette recorder (‹ page 32) and
Adjusting the volume
select “VCR” as the source.

Operating other equipment

Press [TV VOLs] or [TV VOLr].
We recommend using a record player with a built-in phono equalizer.
If your player doesn’t have a built-in equalizer, connect it first to a
separate equalizer and then to the unit.

Changing the remote control code Operating the tape deck

[HT878] [HT870]
This remote control can also operate some other brands of Listening to the tape deck
televisions, video cassette recorders. Change the code to operate
such equipment (‹ below). Press [VCR/AUX] several times to select “AUX” as the
Aim the remote control at the equipment. source.
While pressing [TV] or [VCR/AUX] Recording to the tape deck
Press a numbered button to enter the first digit, and then
the second digit. 1 Press [DVD/CD] to select “DVD/CD”.
The remote control outputs the on/off signal. If the code is correct, or
the equipment turns on or off. If it doesn’t, try entering another code. Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.

[Note] 2 Start recording and play.

Reenter the codes after you change the batteries.

[HT878] [HT870]
Television code list Video cassette recorder code list
PANASONIC: 01, 29, 30, 31 NOKIA: 05, 07, 37 PANASONIC: 01, 29, 30 NORDMENDE: 20, 21
AKAI: 07, 11, 28, 36, 37 NORDMENDE: 26, 41 AKAI: 06, 08, 16, 17, 19, OKANO: 06
ALBA: 05, 11, 12 OCEANIC: 27, 35 37 ORION: 05, 09
BAUR: 32 ORION: 02, 03, 05, 10, 11, ALBA: 02, 06, 23 PHILIPS: 22, 32, 33, 34, 35
BLAUPUNKT: 28, 36 12, 38 BAIRD: 08, 10, 37 PHONOLA: 32
BRANDT: 26, 41 PHILIPS: 11, 12, 13, 15 BLAUPUNKT: 01, 26, 29, 30, 33 RFT: 33
BUSH: 02, 05, 10, 11, 12, PHONOLA 11, 12 BUSH: 02, 09, 23 ROADSTAR: 02, 03, 18, 23, 27
32, 38 RADIOLA: 11, 12 DAEWOO: 15 SABA: 21
DAEWOO: 11, 12, 32 ROADSTAR: 39 FERGUSON: 31 SALORA: 08, 11, 17, 19, 37
DUAL: 32 SABA: 26, 41 FISHER: 05, 07, 10, 11, 12 SAMSUNG: 15, 16, 18, 27
FERGUSON: 11, 12 SALORA: 07, 37 GOLDSTAR/LG: 03, 04, 36, 37 SANYO: 07, 10, 11
FINLUX: 11, 12, 22, 23, 24, SAMSUNG: 11, 12, 15, 21, 25, GOODMANS: 02, 03, 18, 23, 27, SCHAUB LORENZ: 10
25, 40 34, 39 33 SCHNEIDER: 02, 03, 18, 23, 27,
FISHER: 37 SANYO: 07, 17, 25, 37 GRUNDIG: 02, 23, 26, 28, 32, 32
FUNAI: 02, 38 SCHNEIDER: 11, 12 33 SEG: 02, 18, 23, 27
GOLDSTAR: 11, 12 SEG: 39, 40 HCM: 02, 23 SHARP: 22
GOODMANS: 11, 12, 25, 32 SELECO: 11, 24 HITACHI: 13, 14 SIEMENS: 03, 10, 11, 32
GRUNDIG: 28, 36 SHARP: 17, 20 ITT: 08, 10, 11, 37 SONY: 24, 25, 26
HITACHI: 01, 09, 26, 41 SIEMENS: 11, 12, 17, 28, 36 ITT/NOKIA: 18, 27, 37 THOMSON: 21
ICE: 21, 39 SINUDYNE: 02, 05, 11, 12, 22, JVC: 20, 21 THORN: 10
INNO HIT: 34 24, 38, 40 KENDO: 08, 09, 37 TOSHIBA: 15, 17, 19, 32
ITT/NOKIA: 05, 07, 37 SONY: 16 LOEWE: 03, 32 UNIVERSUM: 03, 08, 32, 37
JVC: 18 THOMSON: 05, 26, 41 LUXOR: 08, 10, 11, 17, 19,
KENDO: 40 THORN: 06, 08, 11, 12, 14, 37
LOEWE: 14, 33 16, 25, 32 MATSUI: 03, 05, 09
LOEWE OPTA: 32 TOSHIBA: 03, 04, 06, 08 METZ: 01
LUXOR: 37 UNIVERSUM: 39 MITSUBISHI: 17, 19, 21, 32
MATSUI: 02, 05, 06, 07, 10, WHITE WESTING HOUSE: NEC: 04, 21, 36, 37
11, 12, 25, 37, 38 11, 12, 22, 40 NOKIA: 08, 10, 11, 18, 22,
MITSUBISHI: 14, 19, 28, 36 27, 37
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Safety precautions Language code list

Placement Abkhazian: 6566 Lingala: 7678

Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high Afar: 6565 Lithuanian: 7684
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These Afrikaans: 6570 Macedonian: 7775
conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby Albanian: 8381 Malagasy: 7771
shortening the unit’s service life. Ameharic: 6577 Malay: 7783
Do not place heavy items on the unit. Arabic: 6582 Malayalam: 7776
Armenian: 7289 Maltese: 7784
Assamese: 6583 Maori: 7773
Voltage Aymara: 6588 Marathi: 7782
Azerbaijani: 6590 Moldavian: 7779
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit Bashkir: 6665 Mongolian: 7778
and cause a fire. Basque: 6985 Nauru: 7865
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when Bengali; Bangla: 6678 Nepali: 7869
setting the unit up on a ship or other places where DC is used. Bhutani: 6890 Norwegian: 7879
Bihari: 6672 Oriya: 7982
AC mains lead protection Breton: 6682 Pashto, Pushto: 8083
Bulgarian: 6671 Persian: 7065
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not Burmese: 7789 Polish: 8076
damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or Byelorussian: 6669 Portuguese: 8084
electric shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead. Cambodian: 7577 Punjabi: 8065
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC Catalan: 6765 Quechua: 8185
mains lead can cause electric shock. Chinese: 9072 Rhaeto-Romance: 8277
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric Corsican: 6779 Romanian: 8279
shock. Croatian: 7282 Russian: 8285
Czech: 6783 Samoan: 8377
Danish: 6865 Sanskrit: 8365
Foreign matter Dutch: 7876 Scots Gaelic: 7168
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric English: 6978 Serbian: 8382
shock or malfunction. Esperanto: 6979 Serbo-Croatian: 8372
Safety precautions/Maintenance/Language code list

Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or Estonian: 6984 Shona: 8378
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the Faroese: 7079 Sindhi: 8368
power supply and contact your dealer. Fiji: 7074 Singhalese: 8373
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain Finnish: 7073 Slovak: 8375
flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit. French: 7082 Slovenian: 8376
Frisian: 7089 Somali: 8379
Galician: 7176 Spanish: 6983
Service Georgian: 7565 Sundanese: 8385
German: 6869 Swahili: 8387
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is
Greek: 6976 Swedish: 8386
interrupted, indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other
Greenlandic: 7576 Tagalog: 8476
problem that is not covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect
Guarani: 7178 Tajik: 8471
the AC mains lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service
Gujarati: 7185 Tamil: 8465
center. Electric shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is
Hausa: 7265 Tatar: 8484
repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Hebrew: 7387 Telugu: 8469
Hindi: 7273 Thai: 8472
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power
Hungarian: 7285 Tibetan: 6679
source if it is not to be used for a long time.
Icelandic: 7383 Tigrinya: 8473
Indonesian: 7378 Tonga: 8479
Maintenance Interlingua: 7365 Turkish: 8482
Irish: 7165 Turkmen: 8475
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth. Italian: 7384 Twi: 8487
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. Japanese: 7465 Ukrainian: 8575
≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that Javanese: 7487 Urdu: 8582
came with the cloth carefully. Kannada: 7578 Uzbek: 8590
Kashmiri: 7583 Vietnamese: 8673
Kazakh: 7575 Volapük: 8679
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty.
Kirghiz: 7589 Welsh: 6789
Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the
Korean: 7579 Wolof: 8779
unit.
Kurdish: 7585 Xhosa: 8872
Laotian: 7679 Yiddish: 7473
Latin: 7665 Yoruba: 8979
Latvian, Lettish: 7686 Zulu: 9085

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Glossary

Decoder I/P/B
A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This MPEG 2, the video compression standard adopted for use with
is called decoding. DVD-Video, codes frames using these 3 picture types.
I: Intra coded picture
Dolby Digital This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when
This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby adjusting the picture.
Laboratories. Apart from stereo (2-channel) audio, these signals can P: Predictive coded picture
also be multi-channel audio. A large amount of audio information can This picture is calculated based on past I or P-pictures.
be recorded on one disc using this method. B: Bidirectionally-predictive coded picture
This picture is calculated by comparing past and future I and
DTS (Digital Theater Systems) P-pictures so it has the lowest volume of information.
This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the
world. There is good separation between the channels, so realistic Linear PCM (pulse code modulation)
sound effects are possible. These are uncompressed digital signals, similar to those found on
CDs.
Dynamic range
Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound Playback control (PBC)
that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest If a Video CD has playback control, you can select scenes and
level of sound before distortion occurs. information with menus.

Frame still and field still Sampling frequency

Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave
picture. There are about 30 frames shown each second. (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital
One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per
second, so larger numbers mean more faithful reproduction of the
fields one after the other to create frames.
original sound.
A still is shown when you pause a moving picture. A frame still is
made up of two alternating fields, so the picture may appear blurred,
but overall quality is high.
A field still is not blurred, but it has only half the information of a
frame still so picture quality is lower.

Glossary

Windows Media, and the Windows logo “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of
are trademarks, or registered Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
countries.
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
WMA is a compression format intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
developed by Microsoft Corporation. It and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
achieves the same sound quality as technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
MP3 with a file size that is smaller than is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
that of MP3. otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from , HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital® and
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the
United States and/or other countries.

HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161,
Dolby Laboratories. 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in
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Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION DISC SECTION

[HT878] Discs played [8 cm or 12 cm]
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode (1) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR compatible, JPEG formatted disc)
Front Ch 55 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD (2) DVD-Audio
Surround Ch 55 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD (3) DVD-Video
Center Ch 160 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD (4) DVD-R (DVD-Video compatible)
Subwoofer Ch 220 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD (5) CD-Audio (CD-DA)
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 600 W (6) Video CD
[Southeast[Asia,[the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[ (7) SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107)
PMPO output power 5000 W (8) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD, MP3, WMA, JPEG
DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode formatted disc)
Front Ch 40 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD (9) MP3/WMA§1
Surround Ch 40 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD ≥Compatible compression rate:
Center Ch 120 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD MP3: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
Subwoofer Ch 150 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 1 % THD WMA: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps
Total DIN Dolby Digital mode power 430 W (10) JPEG§1
[HT870] ≥Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode ≥Picture resolution: between 320k240 and 6144k4096 pixels
Front Ch 170 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD (sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0)
Surround Ch 70 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD (11) HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)
Center Ch 260 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD §1
The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio
Subwoofer Ch 260 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
and picture contents and groups: 4000 audio and picture
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 1000 W
contents and 400 groups.
DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Pick up
Front Ch 140 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
Wavelength (DVD/CD) 662 nm/785 nm
Surround Ch 55 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
Laser power CLASS 2/CLASS 3A
Center Ch 180 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
NORSK
Subwoofer Ch 180 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 1 % THD
Bølgelengde (DVD/CD) 662 nm/785 nm
Total DIN Dolby Digital mode power 750 W
Laserstyrke Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut
[HT520]
Audio output (Disc)
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
Specifications

Number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)

Front Ch 60 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
Audio performance (measured at LINE OUT terminal)
Surround Ch 60 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
(1) Frequency response
Center Ch 60 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD
≥DVD (linear audio) 4 Hz–22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)
Subwoofer Ch 200 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD
4 Hz–44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)
Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 500 W
≥DVD-Audio 4 Hz–88 kHz (192 kHz sampling)
[Southeast[Asia,[the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[
≥CD-Audio 4 Hz–20 kHz
PMPO output power 5000 W
(2) S/N ratio
DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode
≥CD-Audio 95 dB
Front Ch 45 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
(3) Dynamic range
Surround Ch 40 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
≥DVD (linear audio) 95 dB
Center Ch 40 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 1 % THD
≥CD-Audio 93 dB
Subwoofer Ch 140 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 1 % THD
(4) Total harmonic distortion
Total DIN Dolby Digital mode power 350 W
≥CD-Audio 0.005 %
FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
Preset station FM 15 stations
AM/MW 15 stations
VIDEO SECTION
Video system
Frequency Modulation (FM)
Signal system PAL625/50, PAL525/60, NTSC
Frequency Range 87.50–108.00 MHz (50-kHz step)
Composite video output
Sensitivity
Output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe\and[Russia[ 1.5 µV (IHF)
Terminal Pin jack (1 system)
[Others\ 2.5 µV (IHF)
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe[and[Russia[ :
S/N 26 dB
Scart jack (1 system)
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe[and[Russia\ 1.2 µV
S-video output
[Others\ 2.2 µV
Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Antenna terminals 75 ≠ (unbalance)
C output level PAL; 0.3 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW)
NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Frequency range
Terminal S terminal (1 system)
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe,[Russia,[Australia[and[N.Z.[ :
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe[and[Russia[ :
522–1629 kHz (9-kHz step)
Scart jack (1 system)
[Others\ 522–1629 kHz (9-kHz step)
Component Video output (480P/480I)
520–1630 kHz (10-kHz step)
Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ≠)
AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 999 kHz 560 µV/m
PB output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Phone jack
PR output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Terminal Stereo, 3.5 mm jack
Terminal Pin jack (Y: green, PB: blue, PR: red) (1 system)
[Southeast[Asia,[the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[Arabia,[Kuwait,[
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe[and[Russia[
[Russia,[Australia[and[N.Z.\
RGB video output
Mic jack
R output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Sensitivity 0.7 mV, 1.2 k≠
G output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Terminal Mono, 6.3 mm jack (2 systems)
B output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ≠)
Terminal Scart jack (1 system)

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SPEAKER SECTION Output sound pressure 82 dB/W (1.0 m)

[HT878] [Front/Surround\speakers\SB-FS878] Cross over frequency 5 kHz
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Frequency range 110 Hz–50 kHz (j16 dB)
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 6 ≠ 140 Hz–45 kHz (j10 dB)
Full range 6.5 cm Cone type Dimensions (WtHtD) 320k97k93 mm
Tweeter Piezo type Mass 1.5 kg
Input power (IEC) 55 W (Max)
[HT870] [Active\subwoofer\SB-WA870]
Output sound pressure 79 dB/W (1.0 m)
Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Cross over frequency 10 kHz
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Frequency range 85 Hz–25 kHz (j16 dB)
Woofer 20 cm Cone type
90 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)
Output sound pressure 84 dB/W (1.0 m)
Dimensions (WtHtD) 250k1062k250 mm
Frequency range 34 Hz–220 Hz (j16 dB)
Mass 4.1 kg
38 Hz–190 Hz (j10 dB)
[HT878] [Center\speaker\SB-PC878] Dimensions (WtHtD) 248k417k476.6 mm
Type 3 way, 5 speaker system (Bass reflex) Mass 16.4 kg
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 6 ≠ [HT520] [Front/Surround\speakers\SB-FS520]
Woofer 5 cm Cone type Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Woofer 5 cm Cone type Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Woofer 5 cm Cone type Full range 6.5 cm Cone type
Woofer 5 cm Cone type Input power (IEC) 70 W (Max)
Tweeter 2.5 cm Semi-dome type Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Input power (IEC) 160 W§ (Max)
Frequency range 88 Hz–25 kHz (j16 dB)
Output sound pressure 82 dB/W (1.0 m)
100 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)
Cross over frequency 3.5 kHz, 5 kHz
Dimensions (WtHtD) 86k180k112 mm
Frequency range 130 Hz–50 kHz (j16 dB)
Mass 0.73 kg
150 Hz–45 kHz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD) 430k64k100 mm
[HT520] [Center\speaker\SB-PC520]
Mass 1.8 kg
Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
[HT878] [Active\subwoofer\SB-WA878]
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Full range 6.5 cm Cone type
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Input power (IEC) 60 W (Max)

Specifications
Woofer 17 cm Cone type
Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Frequency range 84 Hz–25 kHz (j16 dB)
Frequency range 32 Hz–220 Hz (j16 dB)
96 Hz–22 kHz (j10 dB)
36 Hz–190 Hz (j10 dB)
Dimensions (WtHtD) 181k102k112 mm
Dimensions (WtHtD) 209k361k463 mm
Mass 0.77 kg
Mass
[Russia,[Australia[and[N.Z.\ 11.5 kg
[HT520] [Active\subwoofer\SB-WA520]
[Southeast[Asia,[the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait[
Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)
11 kg
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Woofer 17 cm Cone type
[HT870] [Front\speakers\SB-PF921]
Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m)
Type 2 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Frequency range 32 Hz–220 Hz (j16 dB)
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 6 ≠
36 Hz–190 Hz (j10 dB)
Woofer 6.5 cm Cone type
Dimensions (WtHtD) 209k361k463 mm
Woofer 6.5 cm Cone type
Tweeter 6 cm Ring-shaped dome type Mass 11 kg
Input power (IEC) 170 W§ (Max)
Output sound pressure 83 dB/W (1.0 m) GENERAL
Cross over frequency 7 kHz Power supply
Frequency range 92 Hz–50 kHz (j16 dB) [Continental\Europe[and[Russia\ AC 230 V, 50 Hz
110 Hz–45 kHz (j10 dB) [The\United\Kingdom,[Australia[and[N.Z.\ AC 230j240 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions (WtHtD) 250k1160 (Max)/704 (Min)k247 mm [Others\ AC 110/127/220j230/240 V, 50/60 Hz
Speaker height adjustment range 1160–575 mm Power consumption Main unit 25 W
[However, the height of the stand is fixed at 704 mm] [HT878] Subwoofer 250 W
Mass 4 kg [HT870] Subwoofer 390 W
[HT520] Subwoofer 220 W
[HT870] [Surround\speakers\SB-PS921] Dimensions (WtHtD) 430k68k359.2 mm
Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Mass Main unit 3.2 kg
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠ Operating temperature range r5 to r35 oC
Woofer 6.5 cm Cone type Operating humidity range 5 to 90 % RH (no condensation)
Tweeter 6 cm Cone type
Input power (IEC) 70 W (Max)
Power consumption in standby mode
Output sound pressure 81 dB/W (1.0 m)
[The\United\Kingdom,\Continental\Europe,[Russia,[Australia[and[N.Z.\ 0.7 W
Cross over frequency 5 kHz
[Others] 0.9 W
Frequency range 89 Hz–41 kHz (j16 dB)
100 Hz–40 kHz (j10 dB) §Rating with low cut filter equipped amplifier
Dimensions (WtHtD) 250k1160 (Max)/704 (Min)k247 mm
Speaker height adjustment range 1160–575 mm [Note]
[However, the height of the stand is fixed at 704 mm] 1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass 3.6 kg Mass and dimensions are approximate.
2. Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum
[HT870] [Center\speaker\SB-PC920]
analyzer.
Type 2 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex)
Speaker unit(s) Impedance 4 ≠
Woofer 6.5 cm Cone type
Woofer 6.5 cm Cone type RQT7429
Tweeter 6 cm Ring-shaped dome type
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Troubleshooting guide

Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart
do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
Power Page
No power. ≥Insert the AC mains lead and system cable securely. 13
The unit is automatically ≥The Sleep timer activated. 31
switched to the standby mode.

Unresponsive or inoperable function

No response when any button is ≥This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions. 15
pressed. ≥The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other external —
factor. Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC
mains lead, and then reconnect it.
≥Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate. —
No response when remote ≥Check that the batteries are installed correctly. 13
control buttons are pressed. ≥The batteries are depleted. Replace them with new ones. 13
≥Aim the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate. 14
No picture or sound. ≥Check the video or audio connection. 10`12,
32
≥Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment. —
≥Check that the DVD-RAM has something recorded on it. —
You have forgotten your ratings ≥While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [∫] on the main unit and [S10] on the —
password. remote control until “Initialized” disappears from the television. Turn the unit off and on again.
Reset all the settings to Factory All settings will return to the default values.
Preset.

Specific operation undesirable or unexpected

It takes time before play starts. ≥Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, —
[MP3] the correct play time will not be displayed, however this is normal.
Folders deeper than the eighth ≥Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer. —
Troubleshooting guide

layer on a data CD are not

displayed correctly.
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG]
A menu screen appears during ≥This is normal for Video CDs. —
skip or search. [VCD[
Programmed items are not ≥Some items cannot be played even if you have programmed them. —
played. [DVD-V]
The on-screen menu shows “2” ≥Even if a second soundtrack isn’t recorded, two numbers will normally be shown. —
as a soundtrack option when
[AUDIO] is pressed, but the
audio does not change. [DVD-A]
Play restarts from the beginning ≥This is normal for DVD-Audio. —
of the track when soundtrack is
changed. [DVD-A]

Subtitle
Subtitle position is wrong. ≥Adjust the position. (“Subtitle Position” in Display Menu) 23
No subtitles. ≥Display the subtitles. 18
Marker
Cannot add markers. ≥You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM. —
≥If the disc’s elapsed play time doesn’t appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers. —
A-B repeat
Point B is automatically set. ≥The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached. —
A-B repeat is automatically ≥A-B repeat is canceled when you press [QUICK REPLAY]. —
canceled.

Sound abnormal or improper

Sound distorted. ≥Noise may occur when playing WMA files. —
Effects do not work. ≥Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs. —
≥Multi Re-master and Dolby Pro Logic II do not work if you have changed the play speed. —
Humming heard during play. ≥An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the subwoofer. Keep other appliances and cables —
away from the subwoofer.
Sound mixed. ≥If you are using the scart terminal (AV) and the audio input terminals (TV AUDIO IN) at the —
same time, turn off the connected equipment at one or the other terminals.

Menus
The Setup menu cannot be ≥Select “DVD/CD” as the source. —
accessed. ≥Cancel all group, program and random play. 19

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Picture abnormal or un-viewable Page

Picture distorted. ≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video 12
cassette recorder.
Picture size doesn’t fit the ≥Change “TV Aspect” in “Video” tab. 24
screen. ≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change 23
“4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu.
≥Change the Zoom setting. 18
The television may display ≥The unit and television are using different video systems. —
incorrectly or colors appear [Southeast\Asia] Use a multi-system or NTSC television.
faded. [Others] Use a multi-system or PAL television.
≥The system used on the disc does not match your television.
– PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television. —
– This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL television (“NTSC Disc 24
Output” in “Video” tab).
Menu not displayed correctly. ≥Restore the zoom ratio to a1.00. 18
≥Set “Subtitle Position” in Display Menu to “0”. 23
≥Set “4:3 Aspect” in Display Menu to “Normal”. 23
Auto zoom function does not ≥Turn off TV’s zoom function. —
work well. ≥Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment. 18
≥Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the —
type of disc.
The picture on the television ≥Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance. —
disappears or stripes appear on ≥If you are using a TV indoor antenna, change to an outdoor antenna. 27
the screen. ≥The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Separate the antenna wire of the television —
from the unit.

Progressive video
There is ghosting when ≥Change “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480I”. This problem is caused by the editing 23
progressive output is on. method or material used on DVD-Video, but should be corrected if you use interlace output.
Pictures not in progressive ≥When playing NTSC discs, press [PROGRESSIVE] on the main unit so “PROG.” is displayed. 17, 23

Troubleshooting guide
output. Or select “480P” in “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu.
≥If the unit is connected to the television through VIDEO OUT, S-VIDEO and SCART, output will 12
be interlace.

Listening to the radio

Noise is heard. ≥Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. —
“ST” flickers or doesn’t light. ≥Use an outdoor antenna. 27
Sound is distorted.
A beat sound is heard. ≥Turn the television off or move it away from the unit. —
A low hum is heard during AM ≥Separate the antenna from other cables. —
broadcasts.

Television operation
Cannot operate the TV. ≥Press [TV] first to operate the television. —
[HT878] [HT870]
≥Check the remote control code for the TV manufacturer. 33

Unit displays
The display is dark. ≥Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in “Others” tab. 25
“NO PLAY” ≥You inserted a disc which the unit cannot play; insert one it can. 15
≥You inserted a blank disc. —
“NO DISC” ≥You haven’t inserted a disc; insert one. —
≥You haven’t inserted the disc correctly; insert it correctly. 16
“F61” ≥Check and correct the speaker cord connections. 5, 6,
If this does not fix the problem, there is a power supply problem. Consult the dealer. 10,11
“DVD U11” ≥Disc is dirty. Wipe it clean. 15
“ERROR” ≥Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again. —
“DVD H∑∑” ≥Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” depends on the status of the unit. Turn —
∑∑ stands for a number. the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead,
and then reconnect it.
≥If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service —
person.

Television displays
“/” ≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. —
“Cannot display group xx, ≥You are trying to display incompatible contents. —
content xx”
“This disc may not be played in ≥You can only play DVD-Video if their region number is the same or includes the same region Cover
your region” number as the unit or if the DVD-Video is marked “ALL”. Confirm the region number for the unit
on the rear panel.
No on-screen display. ≥Select “On” in “On-Screen Messages” in “Display” tab. 25
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SUOMI NORSK

VAROITUS! ADVARSEL!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVET I
YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE. DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG
BESTRÅLING.
VAROITUS: DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å
REPARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SERVICE
TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI TUOTETTA
OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV
KOHTAAVAN MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI
KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.
LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, KOSTEUDELLE,
VESIPISAROILLE TAI ROISKEELLE, EIKÄ NESTETTÄ
SISÄLTÄVIÄ ESINEITÄ, KUTEN ESIMERKIKSI ADVARSEL:
MALJAKOITA, SAA ASETTAA LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE. FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, ELEKTRISK
STØT ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE
VAROITUS! APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, FUKTIGHET,
VANNDRÅPER ELLER VANNSPRUT. DET MÅ HELLER
≥ÄLÄ ASENNA TAI LAITA TÄTÄ LAITETTA
IKKE PLASSERES GJENSTANDER FYLT MED VANN,
KABINETTITYYPPISEEN KIRJAKAAPPIIN TAI MUUHUN
SLIK SOM BLOMSTERVASER, OPPÅ APPARATET.
SULJETTUUN TILAAN, JOTTA TUULETUS ONNISTUISI.
VARMISTA, ETTÄ VERHO TAI MIKÄÄN MUU
MATERIAALI EI HUONONNA TUULETUSTA, JOTTA ADVARSEL!
VÄLTETTÄISIIN YLIKUUMENEMISESTA JOHTUVA ≥APPARATET MÅ IKKE PLASSERES I EN BOKHYLLE,
SÄHKÖISKU- TAI TULIPALOVAARA. ET INNEBYGGET KABINETT ELLER ET ANNET
≥ÄLÄ PEITÄ LAITTEEN TUULETUSAUKKOJA LUKKET STED HVOR VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE
SANOMALEHDELLÄ, PÖYTÄLIINALLA, VERHOLLA TAI ER UTILSTREKKELIGE. SØRG FOR AT GARDINER
MUULLA VASTAAVALLA ESINEELLÄ. ELLER LIGNENDE IKKE FORVERRER
≥ÄLÄ ASETA PALAVAA KYNTTILÄÄ TAI MUUTA VENTILASJONSFORHOLDENE, SÅ RISIKO FOR
AVOTULEN LÄHDETTÄ LAITTEEN PÄÄLLE. ELEKTRISK SJOKK ELLER BRANN FORÅRSAKET AV
≥HÄVITÄ PARISTOT LUONTOA OVERHETING UNNGÅS.
VAHINGOITTAMATTOMALLA TAVALLA. ≥APPARATETS VENTILASJONSÅPNINGER MÅ IKKE
DEKKES TIL MED AVISER, BORDDUKER , GARDINER
TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI OG LIGNENDE.
LEUDOSSA ILMASTOSSA. ≥PLASSER IKKE ÅPEN ILD, SLIK SOM LEVENDE LYS,
OPPÅ APPARATET.
Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen ≥BRUKTE BATTERIER MÅ KASSERES UTEN FARE FOR
MILJØET.
täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo
tarttua ongelman sattuessa.
DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER
MODERATE KLIMAFORHOLD.

Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten, og

støpslet må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå
problemer.

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