Panasonic SC-HT930 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SC-HT930 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System
SC-HT930
Model No.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number or "ALL".
Region
The Middle East, South Africa, Saudi Arabia and
Kuwait
Southeast Asia and Thailand
Example:
[Southeast\Asia\and\Thailand\
GCS
GCT
GC GS
1
2
3
4
5
INPUT
SELECTOR
5 DISC SELECTOR
AC IN
Number
2
3
2
3
3
ALL
5
OPEN CLOSE
DISC EXCHANGE
DISC SKIP
VOLUME
PHONES
H.BASS
PROGRESSIVE CD MODE
DOWN
UP
TUNE MODE FM MODE MEMORY
TUNING
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), Bass sound enhancement and more.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
7
page
11
page
26
page
RQT7985-1B

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    TUNE MODE FM MODE MEMORY TUNING AC IN Operating Instructions Advanced DVD Home Theater Sound System progressive scan page SC-HT930 Model No. Provides a smoother and sharper image. Compatible with a variety of media formats page DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video and more. Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number or “ALL”.
  • Page 2 Dear customer System SC-HT930 Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance Main unit SA-HT930 and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Front speakers SB-FS930 Center speaker SB-PC930 Operations in these instructions are described mainly with Surround speakers SB-FS880...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Caution for AC Mains Lead (For Saudi Arabia and Kuwait) WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE (“GS” area code model only) LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED For your safety, please read the following text carefully. GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
  • Page 4: Simple Setup

    Simple setup The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS930 front speakers or SB-FS880 STEP Speaker assembly surround speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. Preparation ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.
  • Page 5: Other Speaker Setup Options

    ∫ Preventing the speakers from falling over Preparation Screw eye (not included) Attach screw eyes (not included) to secure the speakers to the wall (➜ diagram right). String (not included) Wall ≥You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the walls or pillars to which they are going to be fastened.
  • Page 6 How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: STEP Positioning ≥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.
  • Page 7: Video Connections

    STEP Connecting speakers with the subwoofer ≥Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier. ≥The terminals of the subwoofer have high output power. Carefully connect the speaker wires. Speaker cable (for center speaker) Sheet of speaker-cable stickers Speaker-cable sticker 2 FRONT (R) 1 FRONT (L) 4 SURROUND (R) 3 SURROUND (L)
  • Page 8 STEP Radio and system connections System cable AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna AC mains lead [Southeast]Asia,[Thailand,] [Saudi[Arabia]and[Kuwait] [the[Middle[East,[South[Africa,[ [Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait] ≥Connect the AC mains lead after all other connections are complete. ≥Optional antenna connections (➜ page 25). FM indoor antenna Affix this end of the antenna where reception is best.
  • Page 9: The Remote Control

    STEP The remote control Do not: ≥mix old and new batteries. Remote control Batteries ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame. ≥take apart or short circuit. ≥attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. ≥use batteries if the covering has been peeled off. Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
  • Page 10: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide See reference pages in brackets. AV SYSTEM Television and Video cassette recorder operations (28) Turn the unit on/off (9) TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Select the source Select the disc or show disc information (14) AUX (29), TUNER/BAND (24), DVD/CD (9) Switch the television’s video input mode (28) Channel select (24, 28) Select television channels and disc’s title...
  • Page 11: Discs That Can Be Played

    Discs that can be played Indication in Disc Logo Remarks these operating instructions Recorded with devices using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a [RAM] unified video recording standard), such as DVD video recorders, DVD video cameras, personal computers, etc. DVD-RAM Recorded using the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard [JPEG]...
  • Page 12: Basic Play

    Basic play OPEN/CLOSE Turn the unit Open the drawer and place the disc(s). ≥Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. ≥To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit.
  • Page 13 If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 32, 33). sing the remote control [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] AV SYSTEM e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD [VCD] with playback control -/-- Press [∫] to cancel the PBC Numbered...
  • Page 14: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions Reviewing titles to play ADVANCED DISC REVIEW AV SYSTEM (ADVANCED DISC REVIEW) TV/AV [RAM] [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW) DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD DISC Allows you to browse the disc contents and start playing from the selected position. You can select either “Intro Mode” or “Interval Mode”...
  • Page 15: Changing The Zoom Ratio

    [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [RAM] [DVD-V] Press [SHIFT]i[SUBTITLE] to select “On” or During play “Off”. Press [SHIFT]i[PLAY SPEED] several times ≥Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic to select “Normal”, “Fast” or “Slow”. DVD Recorders. Functions Play Speed Normal...
  • Page 16: Program/Random Play

    Convenient functions CD MODE Program/Random play PLAY MODE Program play (up to 32 items) AV SYSTEM ∫ When CD Mode is off [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD You can program all the items on a disc in the play position. 1 _ 5 Press the numbered buttons to [DVD-A] [DVD-V]...
  • Page 17 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Random play “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ∫ When CD Mode is off [VCD] [CD] “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of You can play all the items on a disc in the play position in random Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
  • Page 18: Using Navigation Menus

    Using navigation menus ≥Press [SHIFT]i[ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page in the group or content field. ≥To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a Numbered JPEG image on the screen buttons VOLUME Select a JPEG file first, and then select audio contents. -/-- CANCEL (The opposite order is not effective.)
  • Page 19: Playing Ram Discs

    TOP MENU MENU Playing HighMAT discs Playing RAM discs DIRECT PLAY NAVIGATOR LIST [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [RAM] ≥Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. Press [TOP MENU]. ≥You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles. Playing the programs Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, then press [ENTER].
  • Page 20: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus Items shown differ depending on the AV SYSTEM type of disc. TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Main menu Numbered buttons VOLUME Program To start from a specific item -/-- CANCEL CANCEL Group SKIP SLOW/SEARCH Title Chapter Track TOP MENU MENU Playlist DIRECT...
  • Page 21: Other Settings

    Other Settings ∫ Audio Menu [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [RAM] [DVD-V] Dolby Pro (➜ page 26, Dolby Pro Logic II) Play Speed To change play speed – from “k0.6” to “k1.4” (in 0.1 unit steps) Logic II ∫ Play Menu To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, 3-channel or Dialogue...
  • Page 22: Changing The Player Settings

    Changing the player settings Show the Setup menu. AV SYSTEM SETUP If you have not set QUICK SETUP SHIFT MUTING (➜ page 9), the QUICK SETUP TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD screen appears. Select the tab. Select Numbered buttons VOLUME -/-- CANCEL ENTER SKIP...
  • Page 23: Changing The Delay Time (Speaker Settings

    ≥Standard (Direct View TV) ≥CRT Projector ≥LCD TV/Projector TV Type ≥Projection TV ≥Plasma TV Select to suit the type of television. ≥0ms ≥20ms ≥40ms ≥60ms ≥80ms ≥100ms Time Delay When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video.
  • Page 24: The Radio

    The radio Selecting the preset channels AV SYSTEM TV/AV DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or TUNER/BAND “AM”. Numbered Press the numbered buttons to select the buttons VOLUME -/-- channel. CANCEL Alternatively, press [W CH X]. SKIP SLOW/SEARCH To select a 2-digit number e.g.
  • Page 25: Optional Antenna Connections

    ∫ AM frequency step ain unit only The step is factory-set to 9 kHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated in 10-kHz steps. 1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “FM”. 2 Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR]. After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency.
  • Page 26: Sound Field And Sound Quality

    Sound field and sound quality C.FOCUS Center Focus SHIFT AV SYSTEM TV/AV (Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel) DISC TUNER/BAND DVD/CD DVD/CD You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television. Press [SHIFT]i[C.FOCUS].
  • Page 27: Other Useful Functions

    Other useful functions SUBWOOFER SLEEP Subwoofer level Sleep timer LEVEL SHIFT QUICK OSD You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects Press [SHIFT]i[SLEEP] to select the time (in the most suitable setting according to the type of playing source. minutes).
  • Page 28: Operating Other Equipment

    CH SELECT SHIFT 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 29: Operating The Tape Deck

    Changing the remote control code This remote control can also operate some other brands of Television code list televisions and video cassette recorders. Change the code to PANASONIC: 01, 29, 30, 31 MITSUBISHI: 14, 19, 28, 36 operate such equipment (➜ right).
  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION DISC SECTION RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Discs played (8 cm or 12 cm) 170 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Front Ch (1) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR compatible, JPEG formatted discs) 70 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch (2) DVD-Audio 260 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD...
  • Page 31 SUBWOOFER SECTION GENERAL [Active\subwoofer\SB-WA930] Power supply AC 110 V/127 V/220–230 V/240 V, 50/60 Hz Type 1 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Power consumption Main unit 25 W Speaker unit(s) Subwoofer 390 W 1. Woofer 15 cm Cone type Dimensions (WtHtD) 430 mmk68 mmk423 mm 2.
  • Page 32: 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, consult your dealer. Power Page ≥Insert the AC mains lead and system cable securely. No power.
  • Page 33 Menus Page ≥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.
  • Page 34: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Glossary Decoder Placement A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVD’s to normal. This is called decoding. Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These Dolby Digital conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby...
  • Page 35 MEMO RQT7985...
  • Page 36 ∏ 1 Speaker cable ∏ 1 System cable ∏ 8 Long screws ∏ 1 Sheet of speaker-cable stickers ∏ 8 Short screws ∏ 1 AM loop antenna ∏ 1 FM indoor antenna Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/ RQT7985-1B F0105NK1035...

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