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Panasonic SC-ZT2 Operating Instructions Manual

Home theater audio system operating instructions
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SC-ZT2 Components
SC-ZT2 has 2 system product numbers.
System product number
Main unit (control box part)
Speakers
System product number
Main unit (control box part)
Speakers
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PP
Cf
Home Theater Audio System
1-800-561-5505
SC-ZT2PP-K
SU-ZT2PP-K
SB-ZT2PP-K1
SC-ZT2PP-S
SU-ZT2PP-KA
SB-ZT1PP-S1

Operating Instructions

Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read
these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
A s a n E N E R G Y S TA R
Panasonic has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
For Canada only: The word "Participant" is used in place of
the word "Partner".
SC-ZT2
Model No.
Pa r t n e r
,
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®
VQT2R70
H0110RT0

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Please register via the Internet at: www.Panasonic.com/register For Canada only The warranty can be found on page 31. SC-ZT2 Components SC-ZT2 has 2 system product numbers. System product number Main unit (control box part) Speakers System product number Main unit (control box part)

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Switching the input signal detection setting ...24 Reset (factory settings) ...24 When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operates with the remote control operations of this system ...24 Product Service ... 29 Listening caution ... 29 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.

  • Page 4: Setting Up Your Home Theater System

    Setting up your Home Theater system Step Installing the speakers You can make your preferred setting because speaker cords are not required. • Make sure to place the speakers on a flat, stable surface so there is no danger of them falling over.

  • Page 5: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2010. These may be subject to change.) Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Only for Canada: 3 AC power supply cords (K2CB2CB00021)
  • Page 6 Control guide Rear view AC inlet (➜ page 12) Audio output terminal (➜ below) Note The audio output terminals can be used when you do not use the wireless function and play back on other speakers via an external amplifi er. Use commercially available monaural audio cables (monaural mini plug/pin plug) to connect to audio input terminals of an external amplifi...

  • Page 7: Remote Control Preparation

    Remote control Standby/ON button (➜ page 16) Test signal output (➜ pages 14, 21) For using “WHISPER-MODE SURROUND” For using “GAME” (➜ page 20) For entering setup mode (➜ pages 10, 15, 21 to 24) For selecting or canceling Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic and SFC mode Remote control preparation Inserting the batteries...

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Setup example • Aim the front face (with Panasonic logo) of each speaker at the listening-viewing position for setting. Front speaker (left) Connected equipment Main unit Wireless functions As this system uses a frequency band of 2.4 GHz, the surrounding environment (i.e.

  • Page 9: Home Theater Connections

    TV. HDMI cable notes • It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cables. • Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). • Using the High Speed HDMI cable is recommended during 1080p output.

  • Page 10: Connecting Stb Etc

    Setting for automatically switching the input source to STB When you make the above connection and you use the Panasonic TV (VIERA), you can automatically switch this system’s input by switching the input source of the TV (VIERA) to STB in the following procedure.

  • Page 11: Connecting Equipment Without Hdmi Terminal (Dvd Player, Vcr, Etc.)

    Connecting equipment without HDMI terminal (DVD player, VCR, etc.) Connection cable Optical fi ber cable (not included) • For the correct type of video cable, refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting. Digital audio Main unit DVD player, VCR, etc.

  • Page 12: Other Connections

    Home Theater connections Other connections Connection cable HDMI cable (not included) To connect a second set of equipment that supports HDMI ✽ See page 9 for connecting this system to TV. To connect audio equipment (CD player, etc.) To connect a subwoofer (not included) You can connect a commercially available active subwoofer (with built-in amplifi...

  • Page 13: Speaker Setting

    Make sure that all equipment has been turned off. (When the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) are connected, do not turn on the TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) until the setting is complete.) Connect the AC power supply cords of main unit and 2 speakers to household AC outlets.

  • Page 14: Checking The Speaker Setting

    2. Perform steps 2 to 4 of “Setting the speakers” (➜ page 13). Installing surround speakers The surround speakers are not included. You can enjoy more dynamic surround playback with this system by installing Panasonic surround speakers SB-ZT1/SB-ZT2. Setup example Front speaker...

  • Page 15: Setting Surround Speakers

    • Make sure that all equipment has been turned off. (When the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” compatible Panasonic TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) are connected, do not turn on the TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) until the setting is complete.) •...

  • Page 16: Enjoying Movies And Music

    Enjoying movies and music • Turn on the TV and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using the TV remote control. Preparations • Make sure that the speakers are on. (The following are operations when the power is on in Wireless Link Standby.) Aim the remote control toward the signal sensor ( ➜...

  • Page 17: Enjoying Sound Fi Eld Effects

    Enjoying sound fi eld effects Sound fi eld effects differ depending on input sources. Select the mode you prefer after listening to the actual sound. Dolby Virtual Speaker You can enjoy surround effects as if you were listening to 5.1 channel sources. (Dolby Pro Logic also works for stereo signals of video, CD, etc.) Using Dolby Virtual Speaker •...

  • Page 18: Play Using The Viera Link "Hdavi Control

    2. When you switch off the TV (VIERA), the main unit automatically turns off. Note • When using with the Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 4 and later version, when the main unit is turned on, the TV (VIERA) is set to “Home Cinema”.
  • Page 19 • Using the High Speed HDMI cable is recommended during 1080p output. • It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cables. (Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.) Recommended part number: RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m / 4.9 ft.), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m / 9.8 ft.) RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m / 16.4 ft.) etc.

  • Page 20: Functions And Settings

    Functions and settings To return to the previous display/ To cancel during setting operation ( ➜ page 21): Press [ RETURN]. VQT2R70 Using “WHISPER-MODE SURROUND” This function is effective during surround playback only. You can enjoy the dynamic effect even if the sound volume level is low during surround playback. Press [WHISPER-MODE SURROUND] to select “W.S.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Surround Speaker Output

    Adjusting the surround speaker output using the test signal You can make this setting when using the surround speakers. You can adjust the surround speaker volume by outputting the test signal. 1. Press [TEST] to output the test signal. Speaker display L : Front left, R : Front right, RS : Surround right, LS : Surround left •...

  • Page 22: Setting Distances

    Functions and settings To return to the previous display/ To cancel during setting operation: Press [ RETURN]. VQT2R70 Setting distances You can make this setting when using the surround speakers. This setting is not displayed under different conditions. By setting the distance from front/surround speakers to the listening-viewing position, the sound delay time is automatically calculated and adjusted so that sound reaches the listener at the same time.

  • Page 23: Viera Link "Hdavi Control" Setting

    Note • If delaying audio output is not necessary, select “OFF ”. • “AUTO ” is effective only when connecting the Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 and later versions. (Auto Lip Synchronization Function) • When you connect the Panasonic TV incompatible with HDAVI Control 3 and later versions or non-Panasonic TV, if “AUTO ”...

  • Page 24: Switching The Input Signal Detection Setting

    4” (➜ page 15) are reset. When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operates with the remote control operations of this system When using this system’s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system’s remote control code to “REMOTE 1 ”.

  • Page 25: Error Messages

    “2 ” on the remote control in step 4 of procedure “When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operates with the remote control operations of this system”. When “REMOTE 1 ” is displayed, set the code to “1 ”...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Guide

    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, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 30 if you reside in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico, or refer to “Product information” on page 29 if you reside in Canada. Problem No power.

  • Page 27: Digital Signals That Can Be Played On This System

    Problem VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” does not function properly. Even if multi-channel audio sources, such as DVD, Blu-ray disc, are played back, “ DIGITAL” or “DTS” is not displayed. This system’s input automatically switches to “AUX2 / STB ”, but sound is not heard.

  • Page 28: Glossary

    Glossary ARC (Audio Return Channel) This function was added to HDMI Ver.1.4. This sends digital audio signals from the HDMI input terminal of the TV, etc. to the HDMI output terminal of this system. CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) This is the copyright protection technology which prevents fi...

  • Page 29: Product Service

    In the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 30. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

  • Page 30: Limited Warranty

    If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or...

  • Page 31: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC PRODUCT – LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
  • Page 32 (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,wrists,feet and ankles). Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094...

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