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Operating Instructions
DVD Home Theater Sound System
SC-HT680
Model No.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number "1" or "ALL".
Example:
1
ALL
As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
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".
P
PC
1
2
4
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Advanced
progressive scan
Provides a smoother and sharper image.
Compatible with a variety
of media formats
DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video and more.
High performance
sound effects
Sound field control (SFC), Super Surround and more.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
In Canada: 1-800-561-5505
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”. Example: ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, 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”. - Page 2 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. RQT7969 System SC-HT680 Main unit SA-HT680 Front speakers SB-FS680 Center speaker...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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 4: Simple Setup
Small screws Pipe A The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS680 front speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. 4 Bracket 4 Small 2 Brackets screws screws Attach the pipes to the speakers. - Page 5 ∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over Preparation Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to the wall (➜ diagram right). ≥You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened. ≥Consult a qualified housing contractor concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have strong enough support.
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Page 6: To Enjoy Progressive Video
≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480p compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.) ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television. -
Page 7: Optional Antenna Connections
STEP Antennas and AC power supply cord ≥Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. AM loop antenna Stand the antenna up on its base. Place the antenna where reception is best. AM loop Keep loose antenna cable away antenna from other wires and cables. -
Page 8: Control Reference Guide
STEP 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. DVD / CD Turn on Select the unit. “DVD/CD”. To change these settings later Select “QUICK SETUP”... -
Page 9: Discs That Can Be Played
Discs that can be played Disc Logo DVD-RAM DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R (DVD-Video)/ DVD-RW (DVD-Video) iR (Video)/ — iRW (Video) Video CD SVCD CD-R — CD-RW § 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. ∫... -
Page 10: Basic Play
Basic play Power on. Select “DVD/CD”. POWER AC IN Open the drawer and place the disc. ≥Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. ≥[RAM] Remove the disc from its cartridge before use. To load discs on the other trays: Press a disc button and then press [<... - Page 11 If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 28, 29). AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Numbered buttons VOLUME ENTER CANCEL CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TOP MENU MENU TOP MENU DIRECT PLAY NAVIGATOR LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN ENTER TV VOL TV VOL...
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Page 12: Convenient Functions
Convenient functions AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC TUNER/BAND DISC ENTER CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR , ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS LEVEL SUPER SRND SLEEP ZOOM SUBTITLE QUICK OSD CM SKIP AUDIO QUICK OSD ZOOM, CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP... -
Page 13: Changing Soundtracks
To display/clear the subtitles Press [2, 1] to select “On” or “Off”. [RAM] (On/Off only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information) Press [SHIFT]i[SUBTITLE] to select “On” or “Off”. ≥Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders. Normal REPEAT Fast Slow (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. - Page 14 Convenient functions CD MODE Program/Random play PLAY MODE AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC TUNER/BAND 1 _ 5 Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER LEVEL SUPER SRND SLEEP SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD QUICK OSD CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE...
- Page 15 Random play ∫ When CD Mode is off [VCD] [CD] You can play all the items on a disc in the play position in random order. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can play selected item(s) on a disc in the play position in random order.
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Page 16: Using Navigation Menus
Using navigation menus Numbered buttons CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER LEVEL SUPER SRND SLEEP QUICK OSD ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY ANGLE/PAGE ADVANCED SHIFT DISC REVIEW SHIFT TOP MENU MENU Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can play JPEG files on DVD-RAM or play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function (➜... -
Page 17: Playing Ram Discs
TOP MENU MENU Playing HighMAT [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [TOP MENU]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, then press [ENTER]. ≥Repeat this step if necessary. Menu: Takes you to the next e.g. New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te PAG E 1 / 3 M e n u 2 M e n u 1... -
Page 18: Using On-Screen Menus
Using on-screen menus AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC Numbered buttons CANCEL CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER LEVEL SUPER SRND SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP ADVANCED SHIFT DISC REVIEW Press once. FUNCTIONS Select the menu. -
Page 19: Other Settings
Other Settings [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [RAM] [DVD-V] Play Speed To change play speed – from “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1 unit steps) ∫ Play Menu (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. [JPEG]: Works with all JPEG content.) Repeat (➜... -
Page 20: Changing The Player Settings
Changing the player settings AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC TUNER/BAND Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER C.FOCUS LEVEL SUPER SRND SLEEP ZOOM SUBTITLE QUICK OSD CM SKIP AUDIO ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT ADVANCED PLAY SPEED... - Page 21 ≥Standard (Direct View TV) TV Type ≥Projection TV Select to suit the type of television. ≥0ms Time Delay When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video. ≥Automatic Still Mode ≥Field: Specify the type of picture shown ≥Frame: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
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Page 22: Sound Field And Sound Quality
Sound field and sound quality AV SYSTEM TV/VIDEO DISC TUNER/BAND ENTER CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER LEVEL SUPER SRND SUBWOOFER LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD CM SKIP SLEEP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP SUPER SRND ADVANCED SHIFT DISC REVIEW... -
Page 23: Other Useful Functions
TEST Speaker level adjustments SHIFT CH SELECT This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects. Preparation Press [DVD/CD]. While stopped and no on-screen display is shown Press [SHIFT]i[TEST] to output a test signal. L: Front left C: Center RS: Right surround LS: Left surround ≥There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel. -
Page 24: The Radio
The radio TUNE MODE POWER AC IN OPEN CLOSE DISC CHANGE TUNING Automatic presetting ain unit only Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM. Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”. Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. Each time you press the button: MANUAL()PRESET Press [X TUNING W] to tune to the lowest frequency (FM: 87.9 or 87.5, AM: 520). -
Page 25: Operating Other Equipment
FM ANT SUBWOOFER FRONT 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 “Connection example” (➜ above). [Note] The remote control may not work properly with some models. -
Page 26: Other Speaker Setup Options
Other speaker setup options ∫ Attaching to a wall You can attach all of the speakers to a wall. Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. 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 supporting 10 kg (22 lbs) per screw. -
Page 27: Specifications
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode 55 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Front Ch 55 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch 160 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center Ch 220 W per channel (4 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Subwoofer Ch... -
Page 28: 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 solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 31 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 30 if you reside in Canada. - Page 29 Menus ≥Select “DVD/CD” as the source. The Setup menu cannot be ≥Cancel program and random play. accessed. Picture abnormal or unviewable ≥Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video Picture distorted. cassette recorder.
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Page 30: Product Service
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 31. 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 31: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)
Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST. For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pasc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com... -
Page 32: Listening Caution
(N1DAAAA00001) ∏ 1 Sheet of rubber pads (RKAX0025-K) ∏ 1 FM indoor antenna (RSA0007-L) Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.