PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC OF PUERTO RICO INC. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Panasonic/Technics Audio Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company (collectively referred to as the warrantor) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase ("Limited Warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.
Product or Part Name Audio Products (except items listed below) All Audio Racks (cabinets) Technics Stand Alone Speakers, Subwoofer Speakers USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer Card Adapters (in exchange for defective item) Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, Microphones, Adapters Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for defectice item) SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery Packs (in exchange for defectice item)
Parts One (1) year Thirty (30) days Three (3) years One (1) year Ninety (90) days Ten (10) days Ninety (90) days
Labor One (1) year Not Applicable Three (3) years Not Applicable Ninety (90) days Not Applicable Not Applicable
During the "Labor" Limited Warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the "Parts" Limited Warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the Limited Warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This Limited Warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and only covers product purchased as new. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for Limited Warranty service.
Carry-In or Mail-In Service For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax (787)-768-2910.
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
This Limited Warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The Limited Warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God. THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER " LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE". THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items
listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied Limited Warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the Limited Warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor. PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No.

SC-HT440
Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number 1 or ALL. Example:

[U.S.A.[and[Canada[

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
For Canada only: The word Participant is used in place of the word Partner.

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Wireless-ready surround sound
Optional wireless surround speaker connection.
Advanced progressive scan page
Provides a smoother and sharper image.
High-performance sound effects page
Sound quality enhancement, Dolby Pro Logic II and more.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) In Canada: 1-800-561-5505 RQT8593-2P

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are for U.S.A. and Canada. Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

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:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the users authority to operate this device. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8)

RQT8593

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. \U.S.A.\and\Canada] Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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SC-HT440 SA-HT440 SB-FS440 SB-PC640 SB-FS441 SB-W440
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNITS VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS. DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT. DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Troubleshooting guide. 30 Specifications. 32
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). 34 Accessories. Back cover

Reference

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.). 33

Positioning the speakers

How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: 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. Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not. Setup example Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate.

FRONT (L, R)

SURROUND (L, R)

CENTER

SUBWOOFER
Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected. Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.

Main unit [Note]

Keep your speakers at least 10 mm (13/32q) away from the system for proper ventilation. To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow around the main unit, position it with at least 5 cm (2q) of space on all sides. Do not block the ventilation holes of the main unit.

Center speaker

Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or shelf. To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top of the television.

Subwoofer

Place to the right or left of the television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm (1113/16q) from the television.

Caution

Do not touch the netted area of the speakers. e.g. Surround speaker

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Main unit

Notes on speaker use
You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods. Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage: When playing distorted sound. When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. When adjusting the sound quality. When turning the unit on or off.

If irregular coloring occurs on your television
The front and center speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and setup combinations. If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes. The demagnetizing function of the television should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.
The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/ or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance. Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.

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Speaker installation options

Attaching to a wall

You can attach all of the speakers to a wall. The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg (22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers. 1 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. 30 to 35 mm (13/16 q to 13/8q) 7.5 to 9.4 mm (19/64q to 3/8q) 4.0 to 7.0 mm (5/32q to 9/32q)
Fitting speaker stands (not included)
Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them. Note the diameter and length of the screws and the distance between screws as shown in the diagram. The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lbs). The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position. e.g. Center speaker Metal screw holes For attaching to speaker stands
3.0 to 4.0 mm (1/8q to 5/32q) Wall or pillar
2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s). Front speaker Surround speaker
5 mm (3/16q), pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q) Plate thickness plus 7 mm to 10 mm (plus / q to 13/32q)
60 mm (23/8q) Speaker stand (not included)

200 mm (77/8z)

e.g. In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right. Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position.

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Speaker connections
Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier. Be careful not to cross (short-circuit) or reverse the polarity of the speaker wires as doing so may damage the speakers. 2 sheets of speaker cable stickers

CENTER CENTER

FRONT Lch

SURROUND Lch

FRONT Rch

SURROUND Rch

SUB WOOFER

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Insert the wire fully. i: White j: Blue
\For\U.S.A.\and\Canada]only]
Set your surround sound free! Optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60)
You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly when you use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (e.g. SH-FX60). For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic wireless accessory.
SURROUND Lch SURROUND Rch

FRONT Lch FRONT Rch

The illustration shows the model for U.S.A. and Canada.

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Speaker cable sticker

2 FRONT (R) 1 FRONT (L)

4 SURROUND (R)
SURROUND Rch SURROUND Rch

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DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER

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Audio and video connections
Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly. Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the televisions operating instructions.

Video cable

Basic audio connection
Television (not included)
This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system. Refer to Operating other equipment ( page 28). Back of the main unit

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN
Audio cable (not included)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PB Y

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

S-VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

Basic video connection

VIDEO IN
Back of the main unit Video cable (included)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Television (not included)

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Video cables (not included)

Back of the main unit

Other video connections for improved picture quality
S-VIDEO OUT Television (not included)

S-VIDEO IN

Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals
The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S-VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors. The description of the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color. After making this connection, select Darker from the Black Level Control in the Video tab ( page 22). To enjoy progressive video Connect to a progressive output compatible television. Set Video Output Mode to 480p, and then follow the instructions on the menu screen ( page 19, Picture Menu). All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.

Back of the main unit S-video cable (not included)
Using the S-VIDEO OUT terminal
The S-VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y) signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)
Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connection
Cable TV box or video cassette recorder (not included)
To your cable TV service or television antenna

RF OUT

RF IN AUDIO OUT

RF cable (not included)

Video cable (included)
Radio and AC cord connections
FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord \U.S.A.\and\Canada] \Others] Power plug adaptor \Areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada]

AM loop antenna

Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. Using an outdoor antenna (optional) ( page 25). AM loop antenna Stand the antenna up on its base. Place the antenna where reception is best. Keep loose antenna cable away from other wires and cables.
Radio and AC cord connections / Preparing the remote control

LOOP ANT GND

AC power supply cord To household AC outlet [For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada] If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet Use the power plug adaptor (included). Black Red White Loosen the terminal screw with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
If it still does not fit, contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance.
Conserving power The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (For U.S.A. and Canada: approx. 0.4 W or for other areas: approx. 0.65 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.

[Note]

The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit.
Preparing the remote control

To exit the screen, press [ STOP]. To change the menu background to the one recorded on the disc, press [FUNCTIONS].

Press [PLAY LIST].

To exit the screen, press [PLAY LIST]. e.g.

Playlist

No. Date 1 11/9 10
Length 0:00:01 0:01:20 1:10:04 0:10:20 0:25:01 0:06:13 0:01:20 1:00:12 0:30:20 1:00:01
Title City Penguin Ashley at Prom Special Soccer Baseball Home Drama Goodbye Soccer 2 Baseball 2

ENTER RETURN

12/ 1 1/ 2 2/ 3 2/10 3/12 3/ 1 4/ 2 4/ 3 4/10
Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, and then press [ENTER].
Repeat this step if necessary. e.g.
New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te

PAG E 1 / 3

P l ay l i s t 1
Menu: Takes you to the next menu which shows play lists or another menu Play list: play starts

9 to select and press

to exit
Press [3, 4] or the numbered buttons to select the play list.
To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2]

P l ay l i s t 2

2 Prev

3Return

P l ay l i s t 3

Next 1

Selecting from the list
Tips for making data discs
When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen. There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen. This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write. DVD-RAM Discs must conform to UDF 2.0. CD-R/RW Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats). This unit supports multi-session but if there are many sessions it takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.

During play

Playlist Group Content
All By Artist Krissa No. Content title 1 Few times in summer 2 Less and less 7 And when I was born Quatre gymnopedies You've made me sad
I can't quit him Evening glory 8 Wheeling spin 9 Velvet Cuppermine 10 Ziggy starfish

to select

ENTER to play

RETURN

Press [2] followed by [3, 4] to switch among Playlist, Group and Content lists. Press [1] followed by [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER].

Playing RAM discs

[DVD-VR] Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles.

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Other Settings

[DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] To change play speed from k0.6 to k1.4 Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play. After you change the speed Dolby Pro Logic II and Sound Enhancement have no effect. Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo (except when Surround Music is on). Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz. This function may not work depending on the discs recording.
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Picture Menu

Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Animation: Suitable for animation. Dynamic: Enhances the contrast for powerful images. User: Press [ENTER] to select Picture Adjustment ( below). Normal Cinema1:

Play Speed

Picture Mode

Picture Adjustment

Contrast: Increases the contrast between light and dark parts of the picture. Brightness: Brightens the picture. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of horizontal lines. Color: Adjusts the shade of the pictures color. Gamma: Adjusts the brightness of dark parts. Depth Enhancer: Reduces the rough noise in the background to give a greater feeling of depth. To select suitable picture quality with your television 480i (interlaced) ,------. 480p (progressive) When you select 480p, a confirmation screen appears. Select Yes only if connecting to a progressive output compatible television. If you have chosen 480p ( above), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material.

Play Menu

This works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content. [DVD-VR]: Program>Disc>Off During play list play: Scene>Playlist>Off [DVD-A]: Track>Group>Off [DVD-V]: Chapter>Title>Off [VCD] [CD]: Track>Disc>Off When CD Mode is on: Track>Disc>All CDs>Off When CD Mode is on during program or random play: Track>All CDs>Off [WMA] [MP3]: Content>Group>Off When CD Mode is on: Content>Group>All CDs>Off When CD Mode is on during program or random play: Content>All CDs>Off [JPEG]: Group>Off

Repeat

Video Output Mode

A-B Repeat

Except [JPEG] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part) To repeat a specified section Press [ENTER] at the starting and ending points. Press [ENTER] again to cancel. Except [DVD-VR] To mark up to 5 positions to play again Press [ENTER] (The unit is now ready to accept markers.) To mark a position: Press [ENTER] (at the desired point). To mark another position: Press [2, 1] to select Press [ENTER]. To recall a marker: Press [2, 1] Press [ENTER]. To erase a marker: Press [2, 1] Press [CANCEL]. This feature does not work during program and random play. Markers you add are cleared when you change the disc in the play position or switch the unit to standby. [DVD-VR] (Except still picture part) [DVD-V] (Except iR/iRW) Allows you to browse the disc contents and start playing from the selected position. You can select either Intro Mode or Interval Mode in Advanced Disc Review in the Disc tab ( page 21).

: Actual speaker position

ms 0.0

: Ideal speaker position
a b c : Primary listening distance

LS ms 0.0 RS

Approximate room dimensions Surround delay time To finish the speaker setting Press [2] to select Exit and press [ENTER]. When you change the surround speaker setting for Dolby Digital, the setting also changes for Dolby Pro Logic II. e.g., the settings for Music are the same as those for Dolby Digital. Dolby Digital 0 ms 5 ms 10 ms 15 ms Dolby Pro Logic II Music 0 ms 5 ms 10 ms 15 ms Movie 10 ms 15 ms 20 ms 25 ms
Circle of constant primary listening distance If either distance a or b is less than c, find the difference in the table and change to the recommended setting. a Center speaker Difference (Approx.) 30 cm (1 foot) 60 cm (2 feet) 90 cm (3 feet) 120 cm (4 feet) 150 cm (5 feet) Setting 1.0 ms 2.0 ms 3.0 ms 4.0 ms 5.0 ms b Surround speaker Difference (Approx.) 150 cm (5 feet) 300 cm (10 feet) 450 cm (15 feet) Setting 5.0 ms 10.0 ms 15.0 ms

Language code list

Abkhazian: Afar: Afrikaans: Albanian: Ameharic: Arabic: Armenian: Assamese: Aymara: Azerbaijani: Bashkir: Basque: Bengali, Bangla: Bhutani: Bihari: Breton: Bulgarian: Burmese: Byelorussian: Cambodian: Catalan: Chinese: Corsican: Croatian: Czech: 6783 Danish: Dutch: English: Esperanto: Estonian: Faroese: Fiji: Finnish: French: Frisian: Galician: Georgian: German: Greek: Greenlandic: Guarani: Gujarati: Hausa: Hebrew: Hindi: Hungarian: Icelandic: Indonesian: Interlingua: Irish: 7165 Italian: Japanese: Javanese: Kannada: Kashmiri: Kazakh: Kirghiz: Korean: Kurdish: Laotian: Latin: Latvian, Lettish: Lingala: Lithuanian: Macedonian: Malagasy: Malay: Malayalam: Maltese: Maori: Marathi: Moldavian: Mongolian: Nauru: Nepali: 7869 Norwegian: Oriya: Pashto, Pushto: Persian: Polish: Portuguese: Punjabi: Quechua: Rhaeto-Romance: Romanian: Russian: Samoan: Sanskrit: Scots Gaelic: Serbian: Serbo-Croatian: Shona: Sindhi: Singhalese: Slovak: Slovenian: Somali: Spanish: Sundanese: Swahili: 8387 Swedish: Tagalog: Tajik: Tamil: Tatar: Telugu: Thai: Tibetan: Tigrinya: Tonga: Turkish: Turkmen: Twi: Ukrainian: Urdu: Uzbek: Vietnamese: Volapk: Welsh: Wolof: Xhosa: Yiddish: Yoruba: Zulu: 8979 9085
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Using the radio

Selecting the preset channels

TUNER/BAND

Press [TUNER/BAND] to select FM or AM. Press the numbered buttons to select the channel.
To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2] Alternatively, press [X, W].
PRG DE S A AC ST SRD E. HDCD H.BASS W PGM 1 DISC SFC TG D.MIX MONO SLP
When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, ST lights in the display.

If noise is excessive

This is normal for Video CDs. Press [ STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY]. These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos. Even if a second soundtrack is not recorded, two numbers are normally shown. This is normal for DVD-Audio.
If you change the volume or sound effects during Advanced Disc Review, the function continues without the on-screen display. Cancel the function.
Subtitle position is wrong. No subtitles. Subtitles overlap the closed captions. Adjust the position. (Subtitle Position in Display Menu) Display the subtitles. (Subtitle in Main menu) Clear the subtitles. 18
Cannot add markers. You cannot add markers with DVD-RAM. If the discs elapsed play time does not appear on the units display, you cannot add markers.

A-B repeat

Point B is automatically set. The end of an item becomes point B when it is reached.
Sound abnormal or improper
Sound is distorted. Effects do not work. Humming is heard during play. No sound Noise may occur when playing WMA. Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs. An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the main unit. Keep other appliances and cables away from the main unit. There may be a slight pause in sound when you change the play speed.
The Setup menu cannot be accessed.
Select DVD/CD as the source. Cancel Program and Random play.
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Picture abnormal or unviewable
The picture on the television is not displayed correctly or disappears. Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television, and is not connected through a video cassette recorder. Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance. If you are using an indoor television, change to an outdoor antenna. The television antenna wire is too close to the unit. Move it away from the unit. Change TV Aspect in the Video tab. Use the television to change the aspect. If your television does not have that function, change 4:3 Aspect in Display Menu. Change the zoom setting. (Just Fit Zoom or Manual Zoom in Display Menu) Restore the zoom ratio to k1.00. (Manual Zoom in Display Menu) Set Subtitle Position in Display Menu to 0. Set 4:3 Aspect in Display Menu to Normal. Turn off televisions zoom function. Use the other preset aspect ratios or manual adjustment. Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the type of disc.

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Picture size does not fit the screen.
Menu is not displayed correctly.
Auto zoom function does not work well.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION
RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch 110 W per channel (3 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch 90 W per channel (4 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center Ch 225 W per channel (6 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Subwoofer Ch 225 W per channel (6 ), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 850 W FTC Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch 40 W per channel (3 ), 120 Hz20 kHz, 1 % THD Surround Ch 70 W per channel (4 ), 120 Hz20 kHz, 1 % THD Center Ch 75 W per channel (6 ), 120 Hz20 kHz, 1 % THD Subwoofer Ch 65 W per channel (6 ), 45 Hz120 Hz, 1 % THD Total FTC Dolby Digital mode power 360 W
FM/AM TUNER, TERMINALS SECTION
Preset Memory Frequency Modulation (FM) Frequency range Sensitivity S/N 26 dB Antenna terminals Amplitude Modulation (AM/MW) Frequency range AM Sensitivity S/N 20 dB at 1000 kHz Phone jack Terminal Music Port (Front) Sensitivity Terminal FM 15 stations AM/MW 15 stations 87.9107.9 MHz (200-kHz step) 87.5108.0 MHz (100-kHz step) 2.5 V (IHF) 2.2 V 75 (unbalanced) 5201710 kHz (10-kHz step) 560 V/m Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8z) jack 100 mV, 4.7 k Stereo, 3.5 mm (1/8z) jack

DISC SECTION

Discs played [8 cm (3z) or 12 cm (5z)] (1) DVD (DVD-Video, DVD-Audio) (2) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR, JPEG4, 5) (3) DVD-R (DVD-Video) (4) DVD-RW (DVD-Video) (5) iR/iRW (Video) (6) CD, CD-R/RW [CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD 1, MP32, 5, WMA3, 5, JPEG4, 5, HighMAT Level 2 (Audio and Image)] 1 Conforming to IECMPEG-1 Layer 3, MPEG-2 Layer Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 Class 2A Not compatible with Multiple Bit Rate (MBR) 4 Exif Ver 2.1 JPEG Baseline files Picture resolution: between 320k240 and 6144k4096 pixels (Sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0). Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed. 5 The total combined maximum number of recognizable audio and picture contents and groups: 4000 audio and picture contents and 400 groups. Pick up Wavelength (DVD/CD) 662/785 nm Laser power (DVD/CD) [U.S.A.[ CLASS II/CLASS I [Others[ CLASS 1/CLASS 1M Audio output (Disc) Number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW)

VIDEO SECTION

Video system NTSC Composite video output Output level 1 Vp-p (75 ) Terminal Pin jack (1 system) S-video output Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ) C output level NTSC; 0.286 Vp-p (75 ) Terminal S terminal (1 system) Component video output (480p/480i) Y output level 1 Vp-p (75 ) PB output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ) PR output level 0.7 Vp-p (75 ) Terminal Pin jack (Y: green, PB: blue, PR: red) (1 system)

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SPEAKER SECTION
[Front\speakers\SB-FS440] Type Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Surround\speakers\SB-FS441] Type Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Center\speaker\SB-PC640] Type Speaker unit(s) 1. Full range 2. Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Subwoofer\SB-W440] Type Speaker unit(s) Woofer Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 3 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 110 W (Max) 80 dB/W (1.0 m) 102 Hz25 kHz (j16 dB) 113 Hz22 kHz (j10 dB) 92 mmk273 mmk95.4 mm (35/8zk103/4zk33/4z) 0.84 kg (1.85 lbs) 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 4 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 90 W (Max) 80 dB/W (1.0 m) 96 Hz25 kHz (j16 dB) 120 Hz22 kHz (j10 dB) 92 mmk135 mmk95.4 mm (35/8zk55/16zk33/4z) 0.75 kg (1.65 lbs) 1 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance 6 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 6.5 cm (21/2z) Cone type 250 W (Max) 84 dB/W (1.0 m) 105 Hz25 kHz (j16 dB) 125 Hz22 kHz (j10 dB) 270 mmk92 mmk95.4 mm (105/8zk35/8zk33/4z) 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Impedance cm (61/2z) Cone type 250 W (Max) 80 dB/W (1.0 m) 32 Hz220 Hz (j16 dB) 38 Hz180 Hz (j10 dB) 183 mmk396 mmk267 mm (77/32zk1519/32zk101/2z) 4 kg (8.8 lbs)

One (1) year

Ninety (90) days Ten (10) days Ninety (90) days
Ninety (90) days Not Applicable Not Applicable
During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the Parts warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold as is. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.
Customer Services Directory
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)

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http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport
or, contact us via the web at:
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:
http://www.pasc.panasonic.com
or, send your request by E-mail to:
npcparts@us.panasonic.com
You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm, EST.) Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 (We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY : 1-866-605-1277

Service in Puerto Rico

Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantera, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Phone (787)750-4300, Fax (787)768-2910
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Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)
Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC/TECHNICS PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase. Technics Audio Product Panasonic Audio & DVD Product Accessories including rechargeable batteries One (1) year, parts and labour One (1) year, parts and labour Ninety (90) days

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level: Start your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion. Once you have established a comfortable sound level: Set the dial and leave it there. Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia.
Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3.
HighMAT and the HighMAT logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
, HDCD, High Definition Compatible Digital and Pacific Microsonics are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114, with other patents pending.

Accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of January 2006. These may be subject to change.) Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to Accessory Purchases on page 33. For other areas: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase. 1 Remote control (N2QAYZ000001) 1 AM loop antenna (N1DAAAA00002) 1 AC power supply cord \U.S.A.\and\Canada] (K2CB2CB00018) 2 Sheets of speaker cable stickers