HT855En.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Operating Instructions DVD Home Theater Sound System SC-HT855 Model No. Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2 ” or “ALL”. Example: High-quality picture HDMI capability, Advanced progressive scan and more.
2 Attach the speaker to the stand. Base Speaker Stand The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS540 front speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. 8 Screws Screw Tighten securely. Slide the speaker cable into the groove.
HT855En.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Secure the speaker to the stand. Speaker Screw Tighten securely. Ensure the speaker cable is centered in the groove. Stand Connect the speaker cable. : White : Blue Press the speaker cable into the groove.
8606En_p04-13.fm Page 6 Thursday, March 9, 2006 8:57 PM Speaker installation options ∫ Attaching to a wall You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. ≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting over 10 kg per screw.
HT855En.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Positioning the speakers STEP How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: ≥ Place speakers on flat secure bases. ≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains. ≥...
Blue Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control) Back of the main unit If your Panasonic television is an HDMI control compatible television, you can operate your television synchronizing with home-theater AV OUT operations or vice versa [➜ page 34, Operating both the television and the home theater system: Control with HDMI (HDAVI Control)].
2 Set “Video Output Mode” to “480p” or “576p”, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen (➜ page 21, Picture Menu). ≥ Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i·50p, 525 (480)/60i·60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.
HT855En.book Page 10 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Radio and AC mains lead connections STEP AM loop antenna ≥ Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete. ≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 29). AM loop antenna Stand the antenna up on its base.
HT855En.book Page 11 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Performing QUICK SETUP STEP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). ≥...
HT855En.book Page 12 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Control reference guide See page references in parentheses. Turn the unit on/off (11) Change the television’s video input mode (33) Select disc’s title numbers etc./Enter numbers (15) Select preset radio stations (28) Show a disc top menu (17) or program list (18) Frame-by-frame/Select or register menu items on the television screen (15)
≥ [DVD-VR] Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. ≥ [JPEG] Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders using the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) Standard Version 1.0.
HT855En.book Page 14 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Basic play To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). ≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. Using the main unit Turn the unit on.
HT855En.book Page 15 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 36 to 38). Using the remote control Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons CANCEL SKIP STOP PAUSE TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FL DISPLAY The position is memorized while “RESUME”...
HT855En.book Page 16 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Convenient functions Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons CANCEL FUNCTIONS Displaying current playback condition Press [FUNCTIONS]. Each time you press the button: Main menu (➜ page 20) -----------------> Basics -------------------->Details ^---------------------- off (No on-screen display) ,------------------b ∫...
HT855En.book Page 17 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Playing data discs using navigation menus Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons STOP TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 23) will be effective if the following functions are not available to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX video contents.
HT855En.book Page 18 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Playing data discs using navigation menus Selecting a track using CD text [CD] Titles appear with CD Text disc playback. Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. ≥ To exit the screen, press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. e.g.
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≥ You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit. ≥ The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.
≥ On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed. ≥ [DVD-VR] “On” or “Off” appears only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders). [DVD-VR] To recall a marker recorded on DVD-Video recorders Press [3, 4] ➜...
HT855En.book Page 21 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Other Settings [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] To change play speed – from “k0.6” to “k1.4” ≥ Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play. ≥ After you change the speed –...
HT855En.book Page 22 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Using on-screen menus Other Settings ∫ Picture Menu (Continued) If you have chosen “xxx (interlace) (➜ page 21, “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material.
HT855En.book Page 23 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Other Settings ∫ Display Menu [JPEG] On ,------. Off Information 0 to s60 (in 2 unit steps) Subtitle Position Auto, 0 to s7 Subtitle Brightness To select how to show images made for 4:3 aspect screens on a 16:9 aspect television Normal: Laterally stretches images.
HT855En.book Page 24 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Changing the player settings Numbered buttons Setup Disc Audio Video Subtitle Audio Menus HDMI Advanced Disc Review Display Others Ratings to select and press ENTER ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥...
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HT855En.book Page 25 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “Video” tab ≥ 4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3) TV Aspect The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the screen (unless Choose the setting to suit your prohibited by the disc).
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HT855En.book Page 26 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Changing the player settings QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “HDMI” tab RGB Range Set “HDMI Colour Space” to “RGB” (➜ page 22, Picture Menu). Video Output (This setting is irrelevant when connected through the VIDEO OUT or...
HT855En.book Page 27 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Changing the delay time of the speakers (Effective when playing multi-channel audio) (Center and surround speakers only) 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 you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.
HT855En.book Page 28 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Using the radio Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons FUNCTIONS -TUNE MODE / -FM MODE Presetting stations automatically ain unit only Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM. Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM”...
HT855En.book Page 29 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM RDS broadcasting The unit can display the text data transmitted by the radio data system (RDS) available in some areas. If the station you are listening to is transmitting RDS signals, “RDS” will light up on the display.
HT855En.book Page 30 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Using sound effects SUBWOOFER LEVEL -SFC CH SELECT, TEST [Note] ≥ The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect depending on the type of source, or when headphones are used. ≥...
HT855En.book Page 31 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Enhancing the bass sound: H.BASS You can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are not optimal. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playback source.
8606En_p28-44.fm Page 32 Thursday, March 9, 2006 9:26 AM Using other useful functions ONE TOUCH PLAY SLEEP Setting the sleep timer Press and hold [—SLEEP]. MODE While the time is shown Press [—SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes). SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90 ^"""""...
ONE TOUCH PLAY FUNCTIONS SUBWOOFER LEVEL Operating the television You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment referring to “Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection” (➜ page 9). [Note] The remote control may not work properly with some models.
What is HDAVI Control? HDAVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operation of this unit and Panasonic TV (VIERA) with HDAVI Control. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. For operational details, see the operating instructions of the connected equipment.
HT855En.book Page 35 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.
HT855En.book Page 36 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Power ≥...
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HT855En.book Page 37 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Marker ≥ You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM or DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs. Cannot add markers. ≥ If the disc’s elapsed play time does not appear on the unit’s display, you cannot add markers. A-B repeat ≥...
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HT855En.book Page 38 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Troubleshooting guide Listening to the radio ≥ Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. Distorted sound or noise is heard. ≥ Use an outdoor antenna. “ST” flickers or does not light. ≥...
HT855En.book Page 39 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Glossary CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM. Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.
4:0:0, 4:2:0, 4:2:2 or 4:4:4). Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed. 522–1629 kHz (9-kHz step) §4 MPEG4 data recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD 560 µV/m video recorders Conforming to SD VIDEO specifications (ASF standard)/MPEG4 Optical terminal (1 system) (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system...
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HT855En.book Page 41 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM SPEAKER SECTION [Front\speakers\SB-FS540] Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) 252 mmk1123 mmk234 mm Mass [Surround\speakers\SB-FS741]...
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HT855En.book Page 42 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 2:33 PM Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
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Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo tarttua ongelman sattuessa. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or...