Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
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· DVD player/TV or monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (4) · Speakers/AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . (5)
Other connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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· Bi-wiring connection/ Using speaker terminal B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (6) · Having fun with DVDs using HDMI connections/Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (7) · DVD recorder/VCR/TV or monitor/ Cable box or satellite receiver etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (9) · CD player/CD recorder/Tape deck/ Using the SECOND AUDIO OUT . . . . . . . . (10)
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Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] (only when the input signal is 2-channel)
SPEAKERS A:
BI-WIRE
SPEAKERS
BI-WIRE:
A
B
Use this mode when playing movies. When the input signal is Dolby Digital 5. 1 channel or Dolby Digital Surround EX, "MOVIE" is indicated by "DOLBY EX".
BI-WIRE
Press both at the same time.
· To cancel:Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
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Select input.
INPUT SELECTOR
Using DTS NEO:6
Use DTS NEO:6 to play 2-channel sources through multi-channels. The following modes are available when playing 2-channel sources.
DTS NEO:6
CINEMA
Use this mode when playing movies.
MUSIC
Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
TUNER FM
TUNER AM
CD
TV
· To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF]. · When the "DTS" or "% DIGITAL" indicator is lit, only the CINEMA mode can be selected.
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TAPE VCR 2 DVR/VCR1 DVD · If DVD or DVR/VCR1 are selected with a HDMI connection, "HDMI" lights up when communication has been established.
Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)
Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC modes with Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or analog stereo sources. Choose from the following modes.
SFC
The unit sets the sound mode (stereo or multi-channel) to suit the input signal. Select the desired sound mode (á right) If SPEAKERS B is selected, play will be 2-channel only. For multi-channel play, press [B] to turn off "B".
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Start play of the source.
MUSIC LIVE
Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall.
AV/MOVIE DRAMA
Best suited for dialogues in drama movies.
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POP/ROCK
Best suited for dynamic sound such as pop and rock music.
ACTION
Best suited for action movies with impact.
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Adjust the volume.
VOLUME
VOCAL
Best suited to enhance vocals.
SPORTS
Enjoy a feeling like being at a live sporting event.
JAZZ
Recreates natural sound ambience and direction.
MUSICAL
Enjoy a feeling like being at a live musical performance.
DANCE
Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect.
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GAME
Enjoy games with greater audio impact.
PARTY
This mode uses the front and surround speakers so that sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing. · To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
MONO
Best suited for older monaural audio movies.
When you finish listening
Be sure to reduce the volume and press [POWER 8] to turn the unit to standby.
Notes on digital input
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This unit can decode the following signals: · Dolby Digital, including Dolby Digital Surround EX · DTS, including DTS-ES or DTS 96/24 · PCM, including PCM with sampling frequencies of 192, 176. 4 (COAXIAL1, HDMI), 96 or 88. 2 kHz It cannot decode: · Other digital signals, such as MPEG · Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser disc player
6. 1CH DECODING mode
This mode uses the surround back speaker to create a realistic sound field. It is especially effective when playing DTS-ES and Dolby Digital Surround EX, but can be used with other DTS and Dolby Digital sources, as well as Dolby Pro Logic x, DTS NEO:6 and SFC. This mode engages automatically if the disc has a recognition signal for DTS-ES or Dolby Digital Surround EX (you can still turn the mode off). Play will however be as DTS if the input signal is from a DTS 96/24 source.
6. 1CH DECODING
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· To cancel: Press [6. 1CH DECODING]. · You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic x, Dolby Pro Logic , DTS NEO:6 or SFC. With a source for which down-mixing is prohibited: · The 2CH MIX mode cannot be used. · Play may not be normal if SPEAKERS B has been selected or all the speakers have been set to off and you are listening through headphones.
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Control guide
Main unit
Standby indicator [^]
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
[SPEAKERS, A, B, BI-WIRE]
For selecting speakers A or B. Turning the speakers off automatically engages the STEREO/2CH MIX mode (when listening through headphones, for example).
[% DIGITAL, % EX/PL x, % PL , DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS, DTS NEO:6]
Lights to indicate the source's input signal and decoding format used. % DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources % EX/PL x: Dolby Digital Surround EX sources or Dolby Pro Logic x decoder is being used. DTS 96/24: DTS 96/24 sources DTS-ES: DTS-ES discrete or matrix sources DTS: DTS sources DTS NEO:6: DTS NEO:6 matrix decoder is being used.
[MULTI CONTROL]
Press to enter Multi control and use [INPUT SELECTOR] to select/ enter.
[POWER 8]
[INPUT SELECTOR]
For selecting input. Selects/Enters each setting in Multi control.
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.
[BI-AMP]
Lights when the BI-AMP function is activated.
[VOLUME]
Volume control.
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
SPEAKERS
A B BI-AMP
PUSH ENTER
Remote control signal sensor [VCR 2]
For a video camera, etc.
BI-WIRE
^
POWER 8
6. 1CH DECODING
DOWN
UP
VCR 2
PHONES
S-VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L AUDIO IN R
[6. 1CH DECODING]
For turning on the 6. 1 channel decoding mode. When using this mode the indicator lights.
[HQ SOUND MODE]
Lights when using HQ sound mode.
[HDMI]
Lights when the signals have been established with a HDMI connection.
[PHONES]
Headphone jack Plug type: 6. 3 mm (1/ 4") stereo · Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage. · Turn the speakers off when using the headphones.
[BASS SYNTHESIZER]
For turning on the bass synthesizer mode. When using this mode the indicator lights.
[MULTI-SOURCE RE-MASTER]
For selecting a re-master mode. [. . . ] "DTS", "DTS-ES", "Neo:6" and "DTS 96/24" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Reference
Product information
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U. S. A. , refer to "Customer Services Directory" on page 27. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www. panasonic. ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
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Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the "Customer Services Directory" on page 27 if you reside in the U. S. A. , or refer to the "Product information" on page 26 if you reside in Canada.
n Common problems
No power. · · · · · · · · · · Ensure the AC power supply cord is connected. [. . . ]