Panasonic SC-BTT500W Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Model No. SC-BTT880
19) or
SC-BTT500W
VQT5A61

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  • Page 1 Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-BTT880. Firmware updates Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology. Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you are notified.
  • Page 2: Precautions

    You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. ≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental damage swallowing. which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any ≥...
  • Page 3 Note for the battery symbol (bottom two To dispose or transfer this unit symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a The unit may keep the user settings information in the unit. If you chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Precautions ......2 Getting started Package contents and accessories ..5 Unit and media care .
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting started Package contents and accessories Getting started Check the package contents and supplied accessories before using this unit. Package contents Main unit Main unit (SA-BTT500) (SA-BTT880) FRONT SURROUND CENTER FRONT SURROUND CENTER (SB-HF5600) (SB-HS8800) (SB-HC5600) (SB-HF5000) (SB-HS5000) (SB-HC5000) (Speakers) (Speaker cable) (Stands) SUBWOOFER...
  • Page 6: Unit And Media Care

    ≥ This lens cleaner may not be available for sale in all countries, e.g. not available in ∏ 2 AC mains leads Germany, please consult your Panasonic dealer for advice. ≥ This lens cleaner is sold as specific for DIGA, but can be used on this unit as well.
  • Page 7: Playable Media

    Getting started Playable media Device Disc markings Device types Contents format BD-Video Video BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO BD-R Video, MKV, Xvid DVD-Video Video DVD-R Video, AVCHD, MKV, Xvid, JPEG, MPO, FLAC, MP3, WAV DVD-R DL DVD-RW Video, AVCHD — +R/+RW/+R DL Music CD Music [CD-DA] MKV, Xvid, JPEG,...
  • Page 8 ® Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio) ∫ BD-RE, BD-R adopted in BD-Video. Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic Blu-ray Disc recorders may not play back the ∫ 3D audio etc., correctly. ≥ 3D videos and 3D still pictures can be played...
  • Page 9: Control Reference Guide

    Getting started Control reference guide Turn the unit on and off Remote control Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or characters [CANCEL]: Cancel Select the source Basic playback control buttons ( Select preset radio stations ( Show status messages ( Show the Home screen of the VIERA Connect ( [3, 4, 2, 1] : Move the highlight for selection [OK] : Confirm the selection...
  • Page 10 Getting started Main unit (Front) SD CARD Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( Start play ( Press to switch the unit from on to standby SD card slot ( mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit USB port ( 20, 26) is still consuming a small amount of power.
  • Page 11: Step 1: Positioning

    Getting started STEP 1: Positioning For optimum position Place the front, centre and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. ≥ Adjust the volume using the Delay time function if the distance between each speaker and the seating position is not equal.
  • Page 12: Step 2: Preparing The Speakers

    Getting started STEP 2: Preparing the speakers Assembling the speakers [BTT880] Front speakers, Surround speakers Attach the stand to the base. Attach the speaker. Thread the speaker cable through the base. Tighten the 3 screws (supplied) securely. Tighten the screw (supplied) securely. ...
  • Page 13: Step 3: Connections

    Getting started Connecting the speaker cables Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) and connect the speaker cables to the speakers. ≥ [BTT500W] When connecting the surround speakers to the wireless system: use the speaker cables A. When connecting the surround speakers to the main unit: use the speaker cables B. ...
  • Page 14 ∫ HDMI ≥ Use the ARC compatible High Speed HDMI cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. When outputting 1080p signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. ≥ Audio will be output through the system’s speakers when “Off” is selected in “HDMI Audio Output”. ( ∫...
  • Page 15 Getting started FM antenna connection Affix this end of the antenna to a wall or pillar where the reception is best. FM indoor antenna (supplied) ≥ Use an FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor. Other device connection ∫ When the connecting devices have an HDMI terminal e.g., AV OUT AV OUT...
  • Page 16: Digital Transmitter Connection

    Wireless router, etc. Internet ≥ For up-to-date compatibility information on your wireless router, refer to http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) ≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services provided in airports, stations, cafes, etc. ≥ See page 2 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection.
  • Page 17: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Mains Lead

    Getting started STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead Connect only after all other connections are complete. Wireless system AC IN AC mains lead (supplied) AC mains lead (supplied) The cord with a ferrite core is for the wireless system. To a household mains socket To a household mains socket ≥...
  • Page 18: Step 6: Settings

    Setting” in the Setup menu. ( ≥ If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) connection and security of wireless LAN devices. supporting HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable, 1 Press WPS button or corresponding button of then setting information on the TV such as “On-Screen...
  • Page 19 ≥ You can perform this setup anytime by selecting “Easy Network Setting” in the Setup menu. ( If you have more than one Panasonic products ≥ You can redo these settings individually using “Network Settings”. ( and the remote control operates both products at once, you will need to change the remote control ≥...
  • Page 20: Inserting Or Removing Media

    ≥ You cannot change the audio type when the TV is ≥ If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connected to this unit via the AUX terminal. connection cable, the setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment.
  • Page 21: Home Menu

    Getting started HOME menu Major functions of this unit can be operated from FM Radio the HOME menu. Preparation Videos/Photos/Music Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. Play back the contents. Disc Press [Í] to turn on the unit. SD Card ≥...
  • Page 22: Multi User Mode

    For more details, refer to HOME menu. the following website. Select ≥ Other than prepared http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) Wallpaper wallpapers, you can also select a photo in recording media as a wallpaper. ( 32, “Wallpaper”)
  • Page 23: Playback

    Playback Playback Playback Search/Slow motion Search While playing, press [SEARCH6] or Insert the media. [SEARCH5]. Playback starts depending on the media. ≥ Music and MP3: The speed is fixed to a single Select the item to play and press [OK]. step.
  • Page 24 Playback Displaying menus and playback Enjoying 3D video and photos information Preparation Connect 3D compatible TV to an HDMI AV OUT Show top menu/pop-up menu terminal of this unit using a High Speed HDMI Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU]. Cable. ( 14, 15) Select the item and press [OK].
  • Page 25: Using The Ipod/Iphone

    Playback Using the iPod/iPhone Slideshow Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of March 2013) Play a slideshow of photos and make various ≥ Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest settings during the playback. software before using this unit. ≥ Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod/iPhone.
  • Page 26 Playback Connect the iPod/iPhone firmly. iPod/iPhone Connection ≥ Check that the connector (B) has no dust or foreign materials before connecting. Connect the iPod/iPhone to either of the USB port ≥ To connect the iPod/iPhone firmly, remove it or the Dock. from the case, etc.
  • Page 27: Tv & Radio

    Panasonic When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. (VIERA) that supports HDAVI Control 2 or later. You can use this function by connecting Select “Video”...
  • Page 28: Enjoying Tv And Stb With Unit's Speakers

    TV & Radio Select the STB audio Enjoying TV and STB with unit’s speakers When the STB power is turned on, this unit and the TV will automatically turn on. The video is You can select whether audio is output from the output from the TV, and the audio is output from unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the the speakers of this unit.
  • Page 29: Listening To The Radio

    TV & Radio Listening to the Radio ∫ Manual tuning and presetting Select a radio broadcast. You can preset up to 30 channels. 1 Press [RADIO] to select “FM”. Preparation 2 Press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5] to Make sure that the FM antenna is connected. ( select the frequency.
  • Page 30: Advanced Operations

    Internet discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ≥ All features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
  • Page 31: Home Network Feature

    You can also enjoy viewing the video and photos recorded Server in Panasonic DLNA compatible recorders (DIGA). Renderer Refer to our website about the sales area, etc. ( right)
  • Page 32: Option Menu

    Advanced operations ∫ Start Slideshow Option menu Start the slideshow. A variety of playback operations and settings can ∫ Status be performed from this menu. Show the status messages. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. ∫...
  • Page 33: Sound Settings

    Advanced operations ∫ Pop-up Menu ∫ 24p Display Pop-up Menu. Movies and other material recorded on DVD-Video at 24p are output at 24p. ∫ Menu ≥ Only when you have selected “On” in “24p Display Menu. Output” ( 35) and play discs recorded at a rate of 60 fields per second.
  • Page 34 Advanced operations ∫ High Clarity Sound Plus 1, 2, 3 ∫ Sound Effects* When playing back music contents, it improves TV/CD/iPod (2ch Source): the sound quality by stopping the video output. Re-master: This feature gives you brighter sound by Not every function can be set individually. increasing the high frequency portion of the When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal this function is effective only when “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby...
  • Page 35: Setup Menu

    Advanced operations Setup menu ∫ HDMI Output Press [OK] to show the following settings: Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit HDMI Video Format The items supported by the connected devices are to standby.
  • Page 36 Advanced operations ∫ Still Mode HDMI Audio Output Select the type of picture shown when you pause This setting selects whether or not to output playback. audio from HDMI. ≥ Audio will be output through the system’s Automatically selects the type Automatic speakers when “Off”...
  • Page 37 Advanced operations Network ∫ 3D BD-Video Playback ∫ Easy Network Setting ( Select the playback method of 3D compatible ∫ Network Settings video software. Perform network-related settings individually. ∫ 3D AVCHD Output Press [OK] to show the following settings: Select the output method of 3D AVCHD videos. LAN Connection Mode Select the LAN connection method.
  • Page 38 System For the setting and operation method of connected equipment, refer to the following website. ∫ Easy Setting http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ You can execute basic settings. (This site is in English only.) ∫ TV Settings Remote Device Settings (...
  • Page 39 ∫ Remote Control automatically. Change the remote control code if other ≥ While playing and pausing, etc., this function Panasonic products react to this remote control. is not available. ∫ Firmware Update ( On-Screen Messages Press [OK] to show the following settings: Choose whether to show status messages automatically.
  • Page 40: Speaker Settings

    Advanced operations ∫ Delay time Speaker settings For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position.  If either distance 1 or 2 is less than 3, measure ...
  • Page 41: Changing The Sound Settings

    Advanced operations Changing the sound Speaker installation settings option For more details on each setting, refer to “Sound Consult a qualified building contractor when Settings” on the Option menu. ( attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and Surround Effects speakers and personal injury.
  • Page 42 Advanced operations [BTT880] Front speaker, Surround speaker To prevent tipping/falling of the Attach to a wall without the base and the stand. speakers Preventing tipping  [BTT880] Front speaker, Surround speaker  Preventing falling Front speaker, Surround speaker, Centre speaker Thread a string to the speaker.
  • Page 43: Reference

    Reference This unit is turned off when the input for the Troubleshooting guide Reference TV is switched. Before requesting service, please perform the This is a normal phenomenon when using VIERA following checks. Link (HDAVI Control 4 or later). For details please If the problem remains unresolved, consult read the operating instructions for the TV.
  • Page 44 Reference and select “2D Playback” in the setup screen The unit does not turn off. displayed when playing 3D discs. ( 1 Press and hold [Í/I] on the main unit for 3 If irregular colouring occurs on your TV, turn seconds.
  • Page 45 Reference Resolution Audio are output as Dolby Digital I can’t play back BD-Live. or DTS Digital Surround. The SD card is write-protected. ( Re-master will not work when the bitstream signal Confirm that this unit is connected to the is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. ( broadband Internet.
  • Page 46: Messages

    Reference Messages Wireless system (SH-FX71) The following messages or service numbers may The wireless link indicator is flashing. appear on the TV or unit’s display. There is no link between the main unit and the On the television wireless system. Turn the wireless system off and then back on.
  • Page 47 Reference or F On the unit’s display (“ ” stands for a number.) Check and correct the speaker cable connections. The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] There is something unusual. on the main unit for 3 seconds to switch the Check the unit using the troubleshooting unit to standby, then switch back on.
  • Page 48: Specifications

    Reference Specifications SPEAKER SECTION GENERAL Super Woofer Full range tweeter CONE TYPE CONE TYPE (cm) (cm) Piezo type Power Approx. 89 W consumption [BTT880] Front Power Approx. 0.1 W consumption in (When the other connected devices are Centre standby mode turned off) Surround Subwoofer...
  • Page 49 Reference WIRELESS SYSTEM AND File format DIGITAL TRANSMITTER File format Extension Reference <AMPLIFIER SECTION> This unit supports ID3 tags, but only titles, 250 W RMS TTL POWER “.MP3”, “.mp3” artist names and album OUTPUT 1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion names can be displayed.
  • Page 50: Language Code List

    Reference “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/ Display languages list Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Display Language Display Language Display Language Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 51 This product incorporates the following software: (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Corporation, (3) the software licensed under the GNU General Public License, Version 2 (GPL v2), (4) the software licensed under the GNU LESSER General Public License, Version 2.1 (LGPL v2.1) and/or,...
  • Page 52 LASER-spesifikasjon Klasse 1 LASER-produkt: Bølgelengde : 790 nm (CDs)/660 nm (DVDs)/405 nm (BDs) Laserstyrke : Ingen farlig stråling sendes ut Manufactured by: Panasonic Corporation Kadoma, Osaka, Japan Importer: Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation Web Site: http://panasonic.net...

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