Panasonic SC-RT30 Operating Instructions Manual
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Recordable DVD Home Theater System
Operating Instructions
SC-RT30
Model No.
SC-RT70
Operations Guide
Before using this product, perform setup and connections
after carefully reading the Setup Guide.
The illustration shows SC-RT30.
Region number supported by this
unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD
players and DVD-Video according to where
they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "2".
≥The unit will play DVD-Video marked with
labels containing "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2
ALL
EB
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
2
3
5
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.
These operating instructions are applicable to
the following system.
System
SC-RT30
This unit
SA-RT30
Front
SB-FS440
speakers
Center
SB-PC640
speaker
Surround
SB-FS441
speakers
Subwoofer
SB-W440
About descriptions in these operating
instructions
≥ These operating instructions are applicable
to models SC-RT30 and SC-RT70. Unless
otherwise indicated, illustrations in these
operating instructions are of SC-RT30.
[RT30] :indicates features applicable to
SC-RT30 only.
[RT70] :indicates features applicable to
SC-RT70 only.
≥ Pages to be referred to are indicated as
"➡
".
]Note]
"EB" on the outer packaging indicates the
United Kingdom.
RQT8672-1B
SC-RT70
SA-RT70
SB-FS71
SB-PC740
SB-FS72
SB-W940
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
SB-W440 SB-W940 About descriptions in these operating instructions ≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models SC-RT30 and SC-RT70. Unless Region number supported by this otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-RT30. unit [RT30] :indicates features applicable to Region numbers are allocated to DVD SC-RT30 only. -
Page 2: Caution For Ac Mains Lead
Caution for AC Mains Lead CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. (For United Kingdom) USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR (“EB” area code model only) PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN For your safety, please read the following text carefully. THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Convenient functions Caution for AC Mains Lead ......2 Entering text ........43 Accessories/The remote control information . -
Page 4: Accessories/The Remote Control Information
≥Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are ≥For your safety, be sure not to connect or handle the provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd. equipment with wet hands. ≥It couldn’t be simpler! ≥Your attention is drawn to the fact that the recording ≥Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a... -
Page 5: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control 1 Turn the unit on C Remote control signal output 2 Select the source D Turn on the television DVD, FM/AM, AUX/F MUSICP E Switches the remote control operation 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./ between the unit and the TV. -
Page 6: Disc Information
When playing a title recorded on both layers, video and audio may momentarily cut out when the unit is switching layers. §2 You may not be able to use +R recorded on this unit in another Panasonic DVD recorder and vice versa. Once the disc is finalized, however, it can be played in the other unit. -
Page 7: Discs That Cannot Be Played
Play-only discs Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (VR format) Indication in [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] these instructions Logo §1 Instructions High quality movie and music High fidelity music DVD-RW recorded on another DVD Recorder ≥You can play programmes that allow “One time only discs discs recording”... - Page 8 STEP Front and surround speaker assembly [RT70] Included parts to be used 2 Front and 2 4 Stands 4 Bases 16 Screws ≥ 2aStands with short cable: For front speakers Surround speakers ≥ 2aStands with long cable: For surround (with cover plate) speakers Preparation Front speakers...
- Page 9 Attach the speaker to the stand. 1 Pull out the end of the speaker cable and 2 Attach the speaker to the stand. position it between the ridges. Cover plate Speaker Before attaching the speaker, Ridges use a flathead screwdriver carefully to remove the cover plate, and keep for wall-mount Cable...
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Page 10: Step 1 Front And Surround Speaker Assembly [Rt70]
STEP Positioning and connection of speakers Included parts to be used 2 Speaker cables [RT70] 2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers FRONT SURROUND CENTER FRONT SURROUND WOOFER Place the speakers. Preparation [RT70] Use only supplied speakers Check to make sure the screws on the front and surround Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality speakers are not loose. -
Page 11: Connect The Speaker Cables
The illustration shows SC-RT70, but this connection method is also used for SC-RT30. [RT70] The front and surround speaker cables were connected to the back of the speakers in step 1 (➡ 9). Connect the supplied speaker cables to the center speaker and subwoofer, and then connect all the speaker cables to this unit. -
Page 12: Step 3 Video Connections
STEP Video connections Included parts to be used 2 RF coaxial leads 1 RF coaxial lead This unit (black) (grey) Use the supplied RF coaxial leads To prevent interference patterns from appearing on your TV, use only the supplied RF coaxial leads when you connect this unit to your TV and aerial outlet or aerial lead, as shown in connection types A–C. - Page 13 Connecting to a television and Satellite/Digital terrestrial receiver Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead ≥ You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (➡ 57). ≥ You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. [Required[setting] “AV1 Output”...
- Page 14 STEP 3 Video connections Connecting to a television and VCR Using a fully wired 21-pin Scart lead ≥ You can use a variety of Q Link functions by connecting the unit to a Q Link compatible television (➡ 57). ≥ You can enjoy high-quality viewing by connecting the unit to an RGB compatible television. [Required[setting] “AV1 Output”...
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Page 15: Other Connections
In the patterns “A”–”C” (➡ 12–14), you can also connect this unit and TV with the VIDEO OUT, S VIDEO OUT, and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals instead of connecting with a fully wired 21-pin Scart cable. Other connections Connecting to a television with VIDEO Connecting to a television with terminal S VIDEO terminal... -
Page 16: Step 4 Radio And Ac Mains Lead Connections
STEP Radio and AC mains lead connections Included parts to be used AM loop aerial FM indoor AC mains lead aerial Connect the aerials. AM loop aerial Push up. Stand the aerial up on its base. Place the aerial where reception is Insert the best. -
Page 17: Speaker Installation Options
Speaker installation options Attaching to a wall Front speaker [RT30] Surround speaker [RT30] 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 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. -
Page 18: Tv Tuning (Auto Setup)
TV Tuning (Auto Setup) When setup has completed, the confirmation screen appears. Í THEATER Press [ENTER]. The owner ID settings screen appears. Press [1] and press the numbered Numbered buttons to enter your choice of a 4- buttons digit PIN number. ¢... - Page 19 Timer recording from satellite receiver with VIDEO Plus+ system This unit is not designed to control (turn on or change channels on) your satellite receiver. However, you can use VIDEO Plus+ Recording by making the satellite receiver’s PlusCode numbers available for recognition on this unit. Take the following steps to make all satellite stations available for recognition on this unit.
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Page 20: Set Up To Match Your Television And Remote Control
Set up to match your television and remote control Press [3, 4] to select the TV aspect THEATER and press [ENTER]. Í TV operation TV Aspect Setup 16:9 WIDE TV buttons 16:9 Tuning 4:3 TV Disc Numbered Picture Letterbox Sound buttons Display SELECT... -
Page 21: Television Operation
You can operate the TV through the unit’s remote control. Point the remote control at the television When other Panasonic products placed nearby affect this While pressing [Í TV], enter the code unit’s remote control, change the remote control code on this with the numbered buttons. -
Page 22: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R\DL] [+RW] [RAM] Select the main or secondary audio Both main and secondary audio can be before recording recorded (➡ 51, Bilingual Audio Selection) You can change the audio during playback. The selected audio only is recorded. (➡... -
Page 23: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Recording modes and approximate recording times ]Note] Depending on the content being recorded, the recording ≥ This unit uses variable bit rate (VBR) recording which times may become shorter than indicated. varies the amount of data recorded to suit the images, so DVD-RAM DVD-R, actual recording times and remaining recording times... -
Page 24: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes Press [W X CH] to select the channel. _ ` VOLUME e.g. Display To select with the numbered buttons: [0] ➡ [5] ∫ e.g. [1] ➡ [5] Press [REC MODE] to select the recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP). FM/AM MUSIC P., AUX e.g. -
Page 25: To Specify A Time To Stop Recording-One Touch Recording
To specify a time to stop recording— Playing while you are recording One Touch Recording [RAM] [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] Playing from the beginning of the title you are During recording recording—Chasing playback Press [¥ REC] on this unit to select the recording time. Press [1] (PLAY) during recording. -
Page 26: Timer Recording
Timer recording Press the numbered buttons to enter the PlusCode number. ≥ To correct the number Press [2] to move back to correct a digit. THEATER Press [ENTER]. Timer Remain 1:58 SP Recording 12:53:00 15/ 7 TUE Numbered Name Name Date Start Stop... -
Page 27: Manually Programming Timer Recordings
Manually programming timer To cancel recording when recording recordings has already begun You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in While the unit is on advance. (Each daily or weekly programme is counted as Press [∫]. one programme.) The confirmation screen appears. -
Page 28: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 26. Check, change or delete a programme Even when the unit is in standby mode, you can display the timer recording list by pressing [PROG/CHECK]. Press [PROG/CHECK]. Icons Message displayed in the “Drive space”... -
Page 29: Recording From A Satellite/Digital Terrestrial Receiver
Recording from a satellite/digital terrestrial receiver Linked timer recordings with external equipment (SKY Digital STB/digital terrestrial receiver) — EXT LINK THEATER INPUT To record programmes from a SKY Digital STB/digital terrestrial receiver using timer programming Preparation ≥ Make sure you connect the AV2 input terminal of this unit to “VCR Scart Terminal”... -
Page 30: Playing Discs
Playing discs [Note] ≥ It is not possible to play continuously from one side of a double sided disc to the other. You will need to eject the disc and turn it over. ≥ Depending on the disc, it may take time for the menu screen, pictures, sound, etc. -
Page 31: Operations During Play
Operations during play Press [∫]. The stopped position is memorized. Resume play function Press [1] (PLAY) to restart from this position. Stop The stopped position is cleared when: s you press [∫] several times. s you open the tray. [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD] and MP3 you turn the unit off. -
Page 32: Using Menus To Play Mp3 And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Playing MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/ TIFF) THEATER Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. ∫MP3 Numbered G: Group No. buttons T: Track No. in the group TOTAL: Track No./Total tracks in all groups Menu Group Selected group :, 9... -
Page 33: To Select Other Folder (Group)
To select other folder (group) Useful functions during still picture play You can display still pictures one by one with constant interval. While the JPEG Menu is displayed While the file list is displayed 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select Press [1]. -
Page 34: Regarding Mp3 And Still Pictures
Using menus to play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) You can play MP3 and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) on this Regarding MP3 and still pictures unit by making folders as shown below. However depending on how you create the disc (writing software), ≥... -
Page 35: Using On-Screen Menus/Functions Window And Status Message
Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message Disc menu—Setting the disc content § [DVD-V] [DVD-A] Soundtrack Select the audio and language (➡ below, Audio attribute, THEATER Language). [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] The disc’s audio attributes appear. [VCD] (SVCD) Select the soundtrack number (1–2). -
Page 36: Functions Window
Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message Refer to the control reference on page 35. FUNCTIONS window Picture menu—Change the picture quality By using the FUNCTIONS window you may access the main functions quickly and easily. Preparation Playback NR ≥ Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate Reduces noise and picture degradation. -
Page 37: Deleting Titles
Deleting titles Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles Preparation ≥ Turn on the television and select the appropriate video THEATER input to suit the connections to this unit. ≥ Turn the unit on. ≥ Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate this unit. -
Page 38: Editing Titles/Chapters
Editing titles/chapters Editing titles/chapters and playing chapters THEATER During play or while stopped Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the title. DIRECT NAVIGATOR Title View DVD-RAM BBC1 10/10 FRI BBC1 11/10 SAT :, 9 Previous Page 02/02 Next ENTER Previous... -
Page 39: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 38) Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before § Delete proceeding. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥ [-R] [-R]DL] [+R] [+R]DL] The available recording time on a disc does not increase when you delete titles. -
Page 40: Creating, Editing And Playing Playlists
Creating, editing and playing playlists Press [3, 4] to select “Playlists” and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Create” THEATER and press [ENTER]. Playlists Playlist View DVD-RAM Create Previous Page 01/01 Next ENTER RETURN Press [2, 1] to select the source title and press [4]. -
Page 41: Editing And Playing Playlists/Chapters
Editing and playing playlists/chapters Playlist operations [RAM] After performing steps 1–5 (➡ left) [-RW‹VR›] (Play only) § Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and Delete press [ENTER]. While stopped [RAM] Once deleted, the playlists are lost Press [FUNCTIONS]. and cannot be restored. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”... -
Page 42: Copying From A Video Cassette Recorder
Copying from a video cassette recorder DV automatic recording (DV Auto Rec) THEATER [RAM] [-R] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+RW] INPUT [RAM] Programmes are recorded as a title while at the same time chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically. -
Page 43: Entering Text
Entering text Refer to the control reference on page 42. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] character and press [ENTER]. You can give names to recorded titles, etc. Repeat this step to enter other characters. The maximum number of characters: [RAM] Characters... -
Page 44: Dvd Management
DVD management Cartridge-protection THEATER [RAM] (with a cartridge) With the write-protect tab in the protect position, play automatically starts when PROTECT inserted in the unit. 3,4,2,1 Deleting all titles and playlists— FUNCTIONS ENTER Delete all titles [RAM] RETURN After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left) Press [3, 4] to select “Delete all Common procedures titles”... -
Page 45: Selecting Whether To Show The Top Menu First-Auto-Play Select
Selecting whether to show the Top Creating Top Menu—Create Top Menu Menu first–Auto-Play Select [+RW] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] +RW discs contain no Top Menu data. Top Menu is a convenient function. We recommend you create the menu You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. -
Page 46: Child Lock
Child Lock The radio THEATER WXCH _ ` VOLUME WXCH Numbered buttons _ ` VOLUME 6, 5 ENTER RETURN VIDEO Plus ENTER VIDEO Plus The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the FM MODE unit. -
Page 47: Presetting The Channel
∫ If noise is excessive Selecting the preset channels Press [FM MODE]. Each time you press the button: Press [FM/AM] to select the “FM” or “AM”. FM: Changes between stereo and forced monaural. [“ST” (stereo) or “MONO” (monaural) lights up in the Press the numbered buttons or display.] AM: BP1... -
Page 48: Sound Effect
Sound effect Refer to control reference on page 49. Changing the sound quality Using the built-in sound quality settings, you can create a 5.1 channel effect while using 2- channel audio. This does not work with multi-channel audio. Press [SFC/EQ] several times to select the desired setting. Each time you press the button: e.g. -
Page 49: Dolby Digital And Dts
Muting the sound [RT30] SFC/EQ Press [MUTING]. [RT70] SURROUND (Settings can be confirmed on the display or the television ENHANCER screen.) “MUTING” flashes on the e.g. Display unit's display. THEATER To cancel ≥Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum Numbered “VOL 0”, then raise it to the required level. -
Page 50: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 49. Common procedures Preparation Press [3, 4] to select the tab and ≥ Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate press [1]. this unit. ≥ Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. Press [3, 4] to select the menu and While stopped press [ENTER]. - Page 51 Tabs Menus Options (Boxed items are the factory presets.) ≥ On: Select it to record clear picture. Picture Comb Filter ≥ [Off]:Normally, use this setting. Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC”...
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Page 52: Speaker Setting
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 49. Tabs Menus Options (Boxed items are the factory presets.) ≥ [DVD\1] ≥DVD 2 ≥DVD 3 Others Remote Control (➡ 21) Clock (➡ 55) ≥PIN number ≥Name ≥House No. ≥Postcode Owner ID (➡... -
Page 53: Resetting Channel Setting
Resetting channel setting To move a TV station to another programme position 1 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a programme position and press [C]. 2 Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the new programme position to which you want to assign the TV station and OPEN/CLOSE press [ENTER]. -
Page 54: Tv System
Resetting channel setting TV System Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to Refer to the control reference on page 53. record NTSC video from another source. Automatic setting You can restart auto channel setting if the channel reception While stopped setting (➡... -
Page 55: Set The Clock Manually
Set the clock manually Refer to the control reference on page 53. ≥ Usually, the unit’s channel reception setting function (➡ 18) automatically adjusts the clock to correct time. Under some reception conditions, however, the unit cannot set the clock automatically. ≥... -
Page 56: Using Other Useful Functions
Using other useful functions You can also enjoy TV broadcasts with this unit’s speakers if you connect the TV to this unit’s AV1 terminal (➡ 12–14). While stopped 1 Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. 2 Press [INPUT] to select “AV1”. 3 Turn on the television and select the channel. -
Page 57: Linked Operations With The Tv (Q Link)
Linked operations with the TV (Q Link) What is Q Link? Q Link enables you to connect this unit to a Q Link equipped Panasonic TV and perform various linked functions. The following systems from other manufacturers have similar function to Q Link from Panasonic. -
Page 58: Messages
Messages On the television Page ≥ The programme was copy-protected. Cannot finish recording — ≥ The disc may be full. completely. — ≥ The maximum number of times you can record the programme is exceeded. ≥ The disc may be dirty or scratched. Cannot record on the disc. -
Page 59: Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a CRT television or a multi system television using PAL mode that is compatible with progressive scan, we cannot recommend progressive output as some flickering can occur. ≥ All Panasonic televisions that have 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p Is my television progressive —... -
Page 60: Troubleshooting Guide
≥ Operations do not work due to a poor-quality disc. (Try again ≥ Poor reception due to atmospheric conditions. using a Panasonic disc.) ≥ Image disturbance during search. ≥ The unit freezes due to one of its safety devices being ≥... - Page 61 Radio ≥This is being caused by weak signal reception. Noise is heard. Sound is distorted. When listening to FM radio, try the following operations. “TUNED” is flashing or –Adjust the position of the FM aerial. — doesn’t light. –Use an FM outdoor aerial. “ST”...
- Page 62 ≥ DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW (DVD-Video format), +R, +R DL or +RW recorded — on this unit may not be recordable on other Panasonic DVD recorders. ≥Audio from FM/AM broadcasts cannot be recorded. —...
- Page 63 Recording, timer recording and copying (Continued) Page ≥ The timer programme remains if set to daily or weekly. The timer programme remains even after recording finishes. ≥ If there is a power failure or the plug is disconnected from the household mains A part or whole of a recorded —...
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Page 64: Disc Handling
Troubleshooting guide Edit Page ≥ The disc is dirty. Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. Cannot format. below ≥ You tried formatting a disc that is not compatible with this unit. 6–7 ≥ The unit writes the chapter division information to the disc when you turn it off or Cannot create chapters. -
Page 65: Glossary
30 frames/60 fields per second (NTSC discs). Generally video. appropriate for TV drama programmes or animation. Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/ Finalize 60i · 60p input terminals are progressive compatible. A process that makes play of a recorded CD-R, CD-RW, Protection DVD-R, etc. -
Page 66: Specifications
Specifications ∫ AMPLIFIER SECTION Recordable discs DVD-RAM: Ver. 2.0 [RT30] RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Ver. 2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0 110 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 %, THD Ver.2.2/5X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0 Front: 225 W (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 %, THD Center: DVD-R: for General Ver. - Page 67 Video [RT70] Video system: ≥Front speakers [SB-FS71] PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields Type: 2 way, 2 speaker system, Bass-ref. NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields Woofer/Tweeter: 6.5 cm CONE/6 cm CONE type Recording system: MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR) 4 ≠/90 W (Max) §...
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Page 68: Index
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ RQT8672-1B F0306YU1046...