Panasonic SC-BTT790 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SC-BTT790 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Model No. SC-BTT790
SC-BTT583
SC-BTT490
VQT3Z79-1

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Home Theater Sound System Model No. SC-BTT790 SC-BTT583 SC-BTT490 Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-BTT790. Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Speaker WARNING ≥ Use only supplied speakers The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as Unit indicated in these operating instructions. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, result in the risk of fire.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The following limits are in place regarding the usage of this unit. You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental damage which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any condition of use or disuse of this unit.
  • Page 4: Package Contents And Accessories

    Package contents and accessories Getting started Check the package contents and supplied accessories before using this unit. Package contents Main unit Main unit Main unit SURROUND FRONT SURROUND FRONT SURROUND FRONT (Speakers) (Speakers) (Speaker cables) (Stands) (Stands) CENTER (Speaker cables) CENTER (Bases) (Bases)
  • Page 5: Unit And Media Care

    Accessories ∏ 1 Remote control ∏ AC mains lead* ∏ 1 FM indoor antenna ∏ 1 Video cable (N2QAYB000729) [BTT790] 2 for Australia and New Zealand 4 for the Middle East and South East Asia [BTT583] [BTT490] 1 for Australia and New Zealand 2 for the Middle East and South East Asia ∏...
  • Page 6: Playable Media

    Playable media Device Disc markings Device types Contents format BD-Video Video BD-RE Video, JPEG, MPO BD-R Video, DivX , MKV ® DVD-Video Video DVD-R Video, AVCHD, DivX ® MKV, JPEG, MPO, FLAC, MP3, WAV DVD-R DL DVD-RW Video, AVCHD — +R/+RW/+R DL Music CD Music [CD-DA]...
  • Page 7: Region Management Information

    “4” or “ALL”. ∫ BD-RE, BD-R Example: Discs recorded in DR mode using Panasonic Blu-ray Disc recorders may not play back the audio etc., correctly. ≥ It may not be possible to play the above media in some cases ∫...
  • Page 8: Control Reference Guide

    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 9 Main unit (Front) OPEN/CLOSE iPod SD CARD Standby/on switch (Í/I) ( SD card slot ( Press to switch the unit from on to standby USB port ( mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit Remote control signal sensor is still consuming a small amount of power.
  • Page 10: Step 1: Positioning

    ≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 42. [BTT583] [BTT490] ∫ Enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly Use the optional Panasonic wireless system (SH-FX71). ∫ Upgrade to 7.1-channel system The main unit is designed to enjoy the 7.1ch surround sound. A more theatre-like effect is possible with a wireless connection.
  • Page 11: Step 2: Preparing The Speakers

    STEP 2: Preparing the speakers Assembling the front and surround speakers [BTT790] Front speakers, Surround speakers [BTT490] Front speakers Attach the stand to the base. Tighten the 3 screws (supplied) securely. Slide the speaker cable into the groove. Thread the speaker cable through the base.
  • Page 12: Step 3: Connections

    Connecting the speaker cables Attach the speaker cable sticker (supplied) and connect the speaker cables to the speakers. [BTT583] [BTT490] ≥ When connecting speakers with the optional wireless system SH-FX71 ( 10), use the supplied speaker cables of SH-FX71. e.g., [BTT583] [BTT490] Surround speaker r: White s: Blue line SURROUND...
  • Page 13: Connection To A Tv

    ∫ HDMI ≥ Use the 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. Recommended part number (High Speed HDMI Cable): RP-CDHS15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHS30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHS50 (5.0 m), etc.
  • Page 14: Fm Antenna Connection

    Standard picture and better audio Optical digital audio cable (not supplied) VIDEO IN OPTICAL AUDIO IN Video cable (supplied) Standard picture and audio VIDEO IN Audio cable (not supplied) AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT Video cable (supplied) FM antenna connection Affix this end of the antenna to a wall or pillar where the reception is best.
  • Page 15: Digital Transmitter Connection

    Other device connection ∫ When the connecting devices have an HDMI terminal e.g., AV OUT AV OUT AV IN Set Top Box, etc. (ARC) Video game, etc. HDMI cable (not supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) HDMI standby pass-through Even if this system is in standby mode, the audio and/or video signal from the device connected to the HDMI1 IN (CABLE/SAT) or HDMI2 IN terminal will be sent to the TV connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal (the sound will not be output from this system).
  • Page 16: Connecting To The Network

    Use of a wireless LAN connection is prohibited in the regions where DY-WL5 is not sold. ≥ 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.
  • Page 17: Step 4: Connecting The Ac Mains Lead

    STEP 4: Connecting the AC mains lead Connect only after all other connections are complete. [Except[Australia[and[New[Zealand] AC IN 220 240V 110 127V VOLT ADJ AC mains lead Before connecting the AC mains lead; (supplied) Set the voltage at the bottom of the main unit.
  • Page 18: Step 6: Settings

    Setting” in the Setup menu. ( 1 Press WPS button or corresponding button of ≥ If this unit is connected to a Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting the wireless router until the lamp starts HDAVI Control 2 or later via an HDMI cable, then the setting information on the TV is acquired by this unit.
  • Page 19: Firmware Updates

    ≥ 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 and the remote control operates both products at Settings”.
  • Page 20: Inserting Or Removing Media

    37) to “Off”. of the card and pull it straight out. ≥ Only works with Dolby Dual Mono. ≥ If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, the setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment. For ≥...
  • Page 21: Home Menu

    HOME menu Major functions of this unit can be operated from Videos/Photos/Music the HOME menu. Play back the contents. Disc Preparation SD Card ≥ When multiple contents are Turn on the television and select the appropriate recorded, select the types video input on the television.
  • Page 22: Multi User Mode

    For more details, refer to Create from Photos the following website. Select Icon If the Communication Camera is http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) connected, you can shoot and personalize your photo. ≥ You can also select a photo in recording media as an icon.
  • Page 23: 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. Repeat this procedure if necessary. Slow-motion While paused, press [SEARCH6] or [SEARCH5].
  • Page 24 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 Cable. ( 13, 15) Press [POP-UP MENU/TOP MENU]. ≥...
  • Page 25: Using The Ipod/Iphone

    Using the iPod/iPhone Slideshow Compatible iPod/iPhone (as of January 2012) 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: Ipod/Iphone Connection

    iPod/iPhone Connection iPod/iPhone Playback Preparation Preparation ≥ Turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of ≥ To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the main unit to its minimum. the appropriate video input mode. Push the centre of drawer (A), and pull Press [HOME].
  • Page 27: Viera Link

    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

    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

    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: Viera Connect (Enjoying Internet Service)

    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 * Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change 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

    Option menu ∫ Repeat Play (Only when the elapsed time is being displayed A variety of playback operations and settings can on the unit’s display.) be performed from this menu. Select the item that you want to repeat. Available options differ depending on the playing ≥...
  • Page 33: Picture Settings

    ∫ Playback Information Window Picture Settings Displays the following. ∫ Picture Mode Audio/video attribute information of disc. Select the picture quality mode during play. Settings status of “Digital Audio Output” ≥ If you select “User”, you can change settings in 36).
  • Page 34: Sound Settings

    Digital Tube Sound: Sound Settings This feature gives you warm sound, like that produced by a vacuum tube amplifier. “Surround Effects” and “Sound Effects” can also Recommended setting: be set by using the [SURROUND] and [SOUND] Digital Tube on the remote control. ( A crisp, delicate sound Sound 1 ∫...
  • Page 35: Setup Menu

    Setup menu ∫ High Clarity Sound Plus When playing back music contents, it improves Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The the sound quality by stopping the video output. settings remain intact even if you switch the unit ≥ Only when you have selected “Enable” in “High to standby.
  • Page 36 ∫ HDMI Output ∫ NTSC Contents Output Press [OK] to show the following settings: (This works only for video output from the VIDEO OUT terminal.) HDMI Video Format Select PAL60 or NTSC output when playing The items supported by the connected devices are NTSC discs.
  • Page 37 BD-Video Secondary Audio ∫ Audio Delay Select whether or not to mix the primary and Synchronization between picture and sound is secondary audio (including the button click corrected by adjusting the delay time of the audio sound). output. If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary audio only.
  • Page 38 Wireless Settings Language This allows the wireless router and connection settings to be set. Current connection settings ∫ Soundtrack Preference and connection state can be checked. Choose the language for audio. ≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of Connection Setting each disc will be selected.
  • Page 39 ∫ BD-Video Ratings Website. Set an age limit of BD-Video play. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.) ∫ Network Service Lock You can restrict the usage of VIERA Connect. Remote Device Settings (...
  • Page 40 ≥ While playing and pausing, etc., this function ∫ Remote Control Change the remote control code if other is not available. Panasonic products react to this remote control. On-Screen Messages ∫ Firmware Update ( Choose whether to show status messages automatically.
  • Page 41: Speaker Settings

    ∫ 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  the distance and adjust the time to make up for the difference (see the table below).
  • Page 42: Enjoying Sound Effects From All Speakers

    Enjoying sound effects Speaker installation from all speakers option For more details on each setting, refer to “Sound Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper Settings” on the Option menu. ( attachment may result in damage to the wall and Surround Effects speakers and personal injury.
  • Page 43 [BTT790] Preventing the speakers from Front speaker, Surround speaker falling or dropping [BTT490] Front speaker Preventing from falling Attach to a wall without the base and the stand. [BTT790] Front speaker, Surround speaker [BTT583] [BTT490] Front speaker Preventing from dropping Front speaker, Surround speaker, Centre speaker ...
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide Reference Front and surround [BTT790] [BTT490] speaker assembly option Before requesting service, please perform the following checks. It is possible to shorten the height of the front If the problem remains unresolved, consult speaker and the surround speaker by directly your dealer for instructions.
  • Page 45 This unit is turned off when the input for the The unit switches to standby mode. TV is switched. This unit will automatically turn to standby This is a normal phenomenon when using mode after 30 minutes if it is inactive. ( VIERA Link (HDAVI Control 4 or later).
  • Page 46 A black band is displayed around the edge of 3 Press and hold [OK] on the remote control or the screen. [< OPEN/CLOSE] on the unit for at least The aspect ratio of the screen is abnormal. 3 seconds. Confirm the “TV Aspect” is set properly. ( The system switches from PAL to NTSC or Adjust the aspect setting on the television.
  • Page 47 Cannot switch audio. iPod/iPhone operation When audio is output from the HDMI AV OUT terminal, set “Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby Cannot charge or operate. TrueHD”, “DTS/DTS-HD” or “MPEG Audio” to Check that the iPod/iPhone is connected “PCM”. ( firmly. ( The battery of the iPod/iPhone is depleted.
  • Page 48: Messages

    Messages Wireless system [BTT790] The following messages or service numbers may (SH-FX71) appear on the TV or unit’s display. The wireless link indicator is flashing. On the television There is no link between the main unit and the wireless system. Turn the wireless system off Cannot play.
  • Page 49 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 50: Specifications

    Specifications SPEAKER SECTION GENERAL Woofer Full range Tweeter CONE TYPE CONE TYPE SEMI-DOME (cm) (cm) TYPE (cm) Power consumption: 89 W [BTT790] Power consumption in Front standby mode: Approx. 0.1 W Centre Power supply Surround AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz [For[Australia[and[New[Zealand] Subwoofer AC 110 V to 127 V,...
  • Page 51: Video Section

    VIDEO SECTION File format Signal system: PAL/NTSC File format Extension Reference Video output This unit supports ID3 Output level: 1.0 Vp-p (75 ≠) tags, but only titles, artist “.MP3”, “.mp3” Output connector: Pin jack (1 system) names and album names HDMI AV output* can be displayed.
  • Page 52: Supplemental Information

    Supplemental information ∫ Display languages list Display Language Display Language Display Language English Japanese Arabic French Chinese Hindi German Korean Persian Italian Malay Indonesian Spanish Vietnamese Maori Dutch Thai Bulgarian Swedish Polish Romanian Norwegian Czech Greek Danish Slovak Turkish Portuguese Hungarian Others Russian...
  • Page 53 “AVCHD”, “AVCHD 3D”, “AVCHD Progressive” and “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 54 MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. At least three (3) years from delivery of products, Panasonic will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge no more than our cost of physically performing source code distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code covered under GPL v2/LGPL v2.1.
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  • Page 56 Web Site: http://panasonic.net VQT3Z79-1 Panasonic Corporation 2012 F0112SY1022...

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