Panasonic SC-RT30 Operating Instructions Manual
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Operating Instructions
SC-RT30
Model No.
Operations Guide
Before using this product, perform setup and connections
after carefully reading the Setup Guide.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com
EP
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
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
Main unit
SA-RT30
Front speakers
SB-FS440
Center speaker
SB-PC640
Surround speakers
SB-FS441
Subwoofer
SB-W440
RQT8728-E
2
3
5
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Please keep this manual for future reference. These operating instructions are applicable to the following system. System SC-RT30 Main unit SA-RT30 Front speakers SB-FS440 Web Site: http://www.panasonic-europe.com Center speaker SB-PC640 Surround speakers SB-FS441 Subwoofer SB-W440 RQT8728-E... - Page 2 CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started Convenient functions Accessories/The remote control information ..4 Entering text ........29 Control reference guide . -
Page 4: Accessories/The Remote Control Information
Accessories/The remote control information Accessories The remote control information ∫ Batteries Please check and identify the supplied accessories. ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. (Product numbers correct as of April 2006. These may be subject to change.) ∏... -
Page 5: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide Remote control 1 Turn the unit on F Input select (AV1, AV2, AV3 or DV) 2 Select the source G Channel select (➡ 10) H Adjust the volume DVD, FM/AM, AUX/F MUSICP 3 Select channels and title numbers, etc./Enter I Delete items (➡... -
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 Play-only discs Disc type DVD-Video DVD-Audio DVD-RW (VR format) Indication in these [-RW‹VR›] [DVD-V] [DVD-A] instructions Logo Instructions §1 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”...
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Page 8: Important Notes For Recording
Important notes for recording [RAM] [-R] [-R\DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R\DL] [+RW] Both main and secondary audio can be Select the main or secondary audio before recorded recording You can change the audio during playback. (➡ 37, Bilingual Audio Selection) (➡ 16, Changing audio during play) The selected audio only is recorded. -
Page 9: Recording Modes And Approximate Recording Times
Recording modes and approximate recording times ]Note] Depending on the content being recorded, the recording times may ≥This unit uses variable bit rate (VBR) recording which varies the become shorter than indicated. amount of data recorded to suit the images, so actual recording DVD-RAM DVD-R, DVD- times and remaining recording times shown by the unit will be... -
Page 10: Recording Television Programmes
Recording television programmes Press [W X CH] to select the channel. A B VOLUME To select with the numbered buttons: [0] ➡ [5] e.g., [1] ➡ [5] Press [REC MODE] to select the FM/AM recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP). MUSIC P., AUX INPUT Numbered... -
Page 11: 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 the main unit to select the recording Press [1] (PLAY) during recording. -
Page 12: Timer Recording
Timer recording Using S number to make timer recordings Entering S numbers is an easy way of timer recording. You can find these numbers in TV listings in newspapers or magazines. THEATER ≥You can enter up to 16 programmes up to a month in advance. Press [ShowView]. -
Page 13: 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 advance. (Each While the unit is on daily or weekly programme is counted as one programme.) Press [∫]. -
Page 14: Check, Change Or Delete A Programme
Timer recording Refer to the control reference on page 12. 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 15: Recording Mode
Recording broadcasts from an external equipment While stopped Press [INPUT] to select the input channel for the equipment you have THEATER connected. INPUT e.g.,If you have connected to AV2 input terminals, select “AV2”. Press [REC MODE] to select the recording mode. Select the channel on the other equipment. -
Page 16: 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 17: 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. s [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD] and MP3/DivX you turn the unit off. -
Page 18: Using Menus To Play Mp3, Divx And Still Pictures (Jpeg/Tiff)
Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Playing MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) ¦ THEATER Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. ∫MP3 G: Group No. Numbered buttons T: Track No. in the group TOTAL: Track No./Total tracks in all groups Menu Group Selected group... -
Page 19: To Select Other Folder (Group)
2 Press [3, 4] to select a folder (group) and press [ENTER]. About DivX subtitles text display The file list for the folder (group) appears. You can display subtitles text recorded onto the DivX video disc on this unit. Still picture This function has no relation to the subtitles specified in DivX standard specifications and has no clear standard. -
Page 20: Regarding Divx Vod Content
Using menus to play MP3, DivX and still pictures (JPEG/TIFF) Refer to the control reference on page 18. DivX Playable discs DVD-R, CD-R/RW Regarding DivX VOD content File format DivX ≥Files must have the DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright extension “.DIVX”, “.divx”, protection. -
Page 21: 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, Language). THEATER [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] [+R] [+R]DL] [+RW] [-RW‹VR›] The disc’s audio attributes appear. [VCD] (SVCD) and DivX Select the soundtrack number. -
Page 22: Functions Window
Using on-screen menus/FUNCTIONS window and Status message Refer to the control reference on page 21. 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 this unit. ≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. -
Page 23: Deleting Titles
Deleting titles Using DELETE Navigator to delete titles Preparation ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit THEATER the connections to this unit. ≥Turn the unit on. ≥Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate this unit. ≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. -
Page 24: 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 ARD 10.10. FRI ARD 11.10. SAT , Previous Page 02/02 Next ENTER Previous... -
Page 25: Title Operations
Title operations After performing steps 1–3 (➡ 24) Press [2, 1] to select “Delete” and press [ENTER]. § Delete ≥Once deleted, the recorded contents are lost and cannot be restored. Make certain before proceeding. ≥[-R] [-R]DL] [+R] [+R]DL] The available recording time on a disc does not increase when you delete titles. [RAM] [-R] [-R]DL] [-RW‹V›] ≥[-RW‹V›] [+RW] Available recording space on a disc increases only when the last recorded title is deleted. -
Page 26: 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 27: 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 press § Delete [ENTER]. While stopped [RAM] Once deleted, the playlists are lost and Press [FUNCTIONS]. cannot be restored. Press [3, 4] to select “To Others”... -
Page 28: 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] [RAM] Programmes are recorded as a title while at the same time INPUT chapters are created at each break in the images and the playlist is created automatically. -
Page 29: Entering Text
Entering text Refer to the control reference on page 28. 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 30: Dvd Management
DVD Management Deleting all titles and playlists THEATER —Delete all titles [RAM] After performing steps 1–3 (➡ left) ,,, FUNCTIONS Press [3, 4] to select “Delete all ENTER titles” and press [ENTER]. RETURN Press [2, 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. -
Page 31: 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 to create the menu before playing a You can select whether to show the top menu after finalizing. -
Page 32: Child Lock
Child Lock The radio THEATER 9:CH A B VOLUME 9:CH Numbered buttons A B VOLUME , ENTER RETURN ENTER The Child Lock deactivates all buttons on the unit and remote control. Use it to prevent other people from operating the unit. FM MODE Preparation ≥Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate this unit. -
Page 33: Preset Tuning
∫ If noise is excessive Selecting channels Press [FM MODE]. Each time you press the button: Press [FM/AM] to select the “FM” or FM: Changes between stereo and forced monaural. “AM”. “ST” (stereo) or “MONO” (monaural) lights up in the display. AM: BP1 ) BP2 ) BP3 ) BP4 (BPlBeat Proof) Press the numbered buttons or ^--------------------------------------}... -
Page 34: Sound Effect
Sound effect Refer to control reference on page 35. The factory settings for the “H. Bass” (➡ below) and Subwoofer levels (➡ 35) are optimized for 5.1 channel movie playback. If the bass seems too heavy during 2-channel disc playback, etc. change the settings. Changing the sound quality Using the built-in sound quality settings, you can create a 5.1 channel effect while using 2-channel audio. -
Page 35: Dolby Digital And Dts
Muting the sound Press [MUTING]. “MUTING” flashes on the unit's display. SFC/EQ OPEN/CLOSE To cancel ≥Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum “VOL 0”, then raise it to the required level. ≥Muting is cancelled when you switch the unit to standby. ∫... -
Page 36: Changing The Unit's Settings
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 35. Common procedures Preparation Press [3, 4] to select the tab and ≥Press [THEATER] to switch the remote control to operate this unit. ≥Press [DVD] to select the DVD drive. press [1]. - Page 37 Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) ≥On: Pictures become clear and vivid. Normally, use this setting. Picture Comb Filter ≥Off: Select it when recording noisy pictures. Select the picture sharpness when recording. The setting is fixed with “On” if you set “TV System” to “NTSC” (➡...
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Page 38: Speaker Setting
Changing the unit’s settings Refer to the control reference on page 35. Tabs Menus Options (Underlined items are the factory presets.) Remote Control (Setup Guide ➡ 8) ≥DVD 1 ≥DVD 2 ≥DVD 3 Others Clock (➡ 41) ≥On: Power consumption is minimized when the unit is turned Power Save ≥Refer to the following when “Power Save”... -
Page 39: Resetting Channel Setting
Resetting channel setting Refer to the control reference on page 35. To change detailed station settings You can add or delete channels, or change programme positions. After performing steps 1–5 While stopped Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select a Press [FUNCTIONS]. -
Page 40: Tv System
Resetting channel setting TV System Refer to the control reference on page 35. Automatic setting Change this setting if you connect an NTSC television or to record You can restart auto channel setting if the channel reception setting NTSC video from another source. (Setup Guide ➡... -
Page 41: Set The Clock Manually
Set the clock manually Refer to the control reference on page 35. ≥Usually, the unit’s channel reception setting function (Setup Guide ➡ 6) automatically adjusts the clock to correct time. Under some reception conditions, however, the unit cannot set the clock automatically. ≥In this case, follow the operation steps below to manually set the clock. -
Page 42: Using Other Useful Functions
Using other useful functions Enjoying TV broadcast with this unit’s speakers White Audio cable (not included) AUDIO OUT Television Red White 9:CH A B VOLUME Back of the main unit 1 Press [AUX] to select “AUX” as the source. 2 Turn on the television and select the channel. 3 Adjust the volume on this unit. -
Page 43: 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 44: Messages
Messages On the television Page ≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different Authorization Error. registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit. ≥The programme was copy-protected. Cannot finish recording — ≥The disc may be full. -
Page 45: 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 output —... - Page 46 Troubleshooting guide TV screen and video (Continued) Page ≥Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, set The 4:3 aspect ratio picture expands left and right. “Progressive” in the Picture menu to “Off”. ≥Check the settings for “TV Aspect”...
- Page 47 Sound page ≥Check the connections and settings. No sound. 2–5 Low volume. (Setup Guide) ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the audio. Distorted sound. ≥Some multi-channel DVD-Audio will prevent down-mixing of all or part of their contents if Cannot hear the desired audio —...
- Page 48 ≥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. —...
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Page 49: Disc Handling
Play (Continued) Page ≥Set “Transfer” in Picture menu to “Auto”. When playing PAL disc, picture distorted. ≥Change “Source Select” in Disc menu. When playing DivX disc, picture distorted. ≥This is normal on DivX video. It takes time before play starts. —... -
Page 50: Glossary
Your television must be compatible to enjoy progressive video. that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest Panasonic televisions with 625 (576)/50i · 50p, 525 (480)/60i · 60p level of sound before distortion occurs. Dynamic range compression input terminals are progressive compatible. -
Page 51: Specifications
Specifications ∫ AMPLIFIER SECTION Video Video system: RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode SECAM (only input)/PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields 110 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 %, THD Front: NTSC colour signal, 525 lines, 60 fields 225 W (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 %, THD Center: Recording system:... -
Page 52: 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://panasonic.net RQT8728-E F0406SS0...