SC-PT870 DVD Home Cinema System
Dynamic & Clear Sound Kelton Subwoofer, Bamboo Cone Speakers Smart Setup with Auto Speaker Setup (VIERA Link HDAVI Control 4) Ecology and Economy Circuit iPod Playback Intelligent Auto Standby (with VIERA Link HDAVI Control 4) High Quality Picture with HDMI 1080p Up-Conversion
DVD Home Cinema Sound System

Format Playable Type

DVD-Video DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-R(DL) +R +R(DL) +RW SVCD Video CD CD--COMMA-- CD-R / RW WMA MP3 JPEG MPEG4 DivX Television Signal System yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes PAL625/50, PAL525/60,NTSC
Receiver Power Output_Home Theater Mode (RMS)
Total Power Front Centre Surround Subwoofer 1000 W 125W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 250W (1kHz, 6ohms, 10% THD) 125W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 10% THD) 250W (100Hz, 6ohms, 10% THD)
Power Output_Home Theater Mode (DIN)
Total Power Front Centre Surround Subwoofer Whisper-mode Surround Dolby Pro Logic II Center Focus Super Surround EQ (Flat/ Heavy/ Clear/ Soft) Subwoofer Level Control RDS Digital Synthesizer Tuner Smart Setup Weight [kg] (Approx.) 590W 90W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 115W (1kHz, 6ohms, 1% THD) 90W x 2 (1kHz, 3ohms, 1% THD) 115W (100Hz, 6ohms, 1% THD) yes yes yes yes yes (4 preset) yes yes yes yes with Auto Speaker Setup 3.4
Dimensions [mm] (Approx.)
Width Height Depth 430.0 63.0 327.0

DVD/CD

Dolby Digital Decoder Dolby Pro Logic II DTS Decoder VIERA Link yes yes yes yes (HDAVI Control 4)
1080p Up-Conversion with HDMI yes Deep Colour Advanced Progressive Scan (PAL/ NTSC) Dialogue Enhancer Zoom yes yes yes yes (Normal, Auto, x2, x4)

Video D/A Converter

108MHz/12-bit
Universal Dock for iPod iPod Music Playback iPod Video & Photo Playback Integrated yes yes
iPod Full Title List on Screen yes Display for Music & Video Contents

Input / Output

Digital Input SCART HDMI Out Component Video Out_ Phone Out Wireless Terminal_ USB Terminal Audio Input_ 1 (Optical) (for MP3, WMA, JPEG, MPEG4, DivX) 1 (AUX)

Speaker System

Wireless Rear_ Ready

Front Speaker

Configuration Speaker Unit Weight [kg] (Approx)[Full Assembly with Stand Base] 1-Way 1-Speaker, Bass-reflex 6.5cm Cone Type (Bamboo Cone) 2.3
Dimensions [mm] (Approx)[Full Assembly with Stand Base/Max.]
Width Height Depth 255.0 1020.0 255.0

Centre Speaker

Configuration Speaker Unit Weight [kg] (Approx) 2-Way 2-Speaker, Bass-reflex 6.5cm Woofer + 6.5cm Cone Type(Bamboo Cone) 1.15

Dimensions [mm] (Approx)

Width Height Depth 250.0 94.5 81.0

Surround Speaker

Configuration Speaker Unit Weight [kg] (Approx)[Full Assembly with Stand Base] 1-Way 1-Speaker, Bass-reflex 6.5cm Cone Type 2.3

Subwoofer Speaker

Configuration Woofer Weight [kg] (Approx) Kelton Type 25cm Passive Radiator/ 16cm Woofer ( Cone Type) 4.7
Width Height Depth 181.0 361.0 315.0

Wireless Receiver Unit

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Operating Instructions

This illustration shows SC-PT570.
DVD Home Theater Sound System

Model No.

SC-PT570 SC-PT870

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.
The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number 2 or ALL. Example:

RQTX0226-1R

until 2008/01/05
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Getting Started

These operating instructions are applicable to models SC-PT570 and SC-PT870. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-PT570. 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.
Indicates features applicable to: [PT570] : SC-PT570 System Main unit Front speakers Center speaker Surround speakers Subwoofer [PT870] : SC-PT870 SC-PT570 SA-PT570 SB-HF770 SB-HC470 SB-HS470 SB-HW560 SC-PT870 SA-PT870 SB-HF770 SB-HC470 SB-HS870 SB-HW560

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.
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. THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
Playing Discs Other Operations

WARNING:

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. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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. This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

(Side of product)

Reference

(Inside of product)

Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 Remote control (N2QAYB000361)
[PT570] 3 Speaker cables [PT870] 1 Speaker cable
[PT570] [PT570] 8 Screws 2 Speaker stands (with cable) [PT870] 16 Screws [PT870] 4 Speaker stands (with cable)
2 Remote control batteries

1 AC mains lead

[PT570] 2 Bases [PT870] 4 Bases
1 Auto speaker setup microphone

RQTX0226

1 FM indoor antenna
1 Sheet of speaker cable stickers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Presetting stations automatically. Confirming the preset channels. Manual tuning. RDS broadcasting. 10 11

Quick Start Guide

step 1 Assembling the speakers. 4 step 2 Positioning. 5 step 3 Connections. 6
Speaker connections.6 Radio antenna connections.6 Audio and video connections.7
Selecting the playback source. 11

Place the Auto speaker setup microphone at actual seating position. (At ear level when seated.) The test signal is output from each speaker.

Turn on the unit.

When the Smart setup screen appears automatically, skip step 2 and 3. e.g. [PT570]

SETUP MIC

Select DVD/CD. Show the Smart setup.

Smart setup

(Main unit only)
Would you like to start smart setup?

Yes No

SET RETURN

Select Yes.

Follow the messages and make the settings.
( right, Smart setup settings)
[Note] Auto speaker setup can be activated through Smart setup only.

Finish Smart setup.

Language
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Setting up the radio

Confirming the preset channels

PLAY MODE

Numbered buttons

RADIO EXT-IN

SEARCH

Select FM.

Main unit: Press [SELECTOR].

Select the channel.

To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2]

FUNCTIONS

Alternatively, press [X, W]. Main unit: Press [-TUNE MODE] to select PRESET on the display, and then press [X TUNE W] to select the channel. When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, ST lights in the display.
-TUNE MODE/FM MODE MEMORY
The FM setting is also shown on the TV display. If noise is excessive Press and hold [PLAY MODE] (main unit: [FM MODE]) to display MONO.

SELECTOR

Press and hold the button again to cancel the mode. The mode is also cancelled when you change the frequency.
Presetting stations automatically
Up to 30 stations can be set.

Manual tuning

MENU PLAY LIST
Each time you press the button: LOWEST (factory preset): To begin auto preset with the lowest frequency. CURRENT: To begin auto preset with the current frequency. To change the frequency, refer Manual tuning ( right). Release the button when FM AUTO is displayed.

Select the frequency.

Main unit: Press [-TUNE MODE] to select MANUAL on the display, and then press [X TUNE W] to select the frequency. To start automatic tuning, press and hold [6, 5] (main unit: [X TUNE W]) until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.

(press and hold)

Main unit: Press and hold [MEMORY]. The tuner starts to preset all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order.
SET OK is displayed when the stations are set, and the radio tunes to the last preset station. ERROR is displayed when automatic presetting is unsuccessful. Preset the channels manually ( 11).

Selecting the source by the remote control

DVD/CD (

Each time you press the button: FM ( 10) AV: For audio input through the SCART (AV) terminal. AUX: For audio input through the AUX terminal. D-IN: For audio input through the OPTICAL IN terminal. ( right)
(TV) will appear beside AUX or D-IN, indicating the TV audio setting for VIERA Link HDAVI Control ( 20). 21) 22)

USB iPod

USB ( iPod (
While MANUAL is displayed
Select other surround modes.
Each time you press [2, 1]: PLII MOVIE Suitable for movie software, or the one recorded in Dolby Surround. (except [DivX]) PLII MUSIC Adds 5.1-channel effects to stereo sources. (except [DivX]) S.SRND You can enjoy sound from all speakers with stereo sources. (Surround output will be in mono.) STEREO Sound will be output to the front speakers and the subwoofer only for any source.

SURROUND

OK SETUP, CH SELECT

-CH SELECT

The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect with some sources, or when headphones are used ( 35). You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off.
PLII lights in the main units display when there is effect.
Recommended modes to enjoy TV audio or stereo sources from all speakers:
PLII MOVIE PLII MUSIC S.SRND
Enjoying surround sound effects
SURROUND OUTPUT indicator on the main unit will light up when there is surround sound effect. Each time you press the button: STANDARD: Sound is output as it was recorded/encoded. Speaker output varies depending on the source. MULTI-CH: You can enjoy sound from the front speakers, as well as the surround speakers even when playing a 2-channel sound or non-surround sound. MANUAL: ( right)
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Selecting sound mode

Adjusting the speaker output level manually
Preparation To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input mode. Press [r, s VOL] to adjust the volume to normal listening level. Select TEST TONE from SPEAKER SETTINGS in AUDIO menu ( 25).

Select a sound mode.

Each time you press the button: EQ: Equalizer SUBW LVL: Subwoofer Level C.FOCUS: Center Focus
selected 2 While thedisplayed mode is

Make settings.

Refer to the followings for setting details of each sound effect.

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Using navigation menus

While picture is displayed e.g.

Group name

JPEG images G

Group and content number

1/ 1:C 3/ 9
TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU, PLAY LIST
Select a picture. Press [:, 9 SKIP] to skip page by page.
To go to other group 1 Press [3] to select the group name. 2 Press [2, 1] to select the group and press [OK].
Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs

[DVD-VR]

Playing data discs
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] [DVD-VR] Select DATA in DVD-VR/DATA ( 26, OTHERS menu) to play WMA, MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 or DivX contents. Using PLAYBACK MENU PLAYBACK MENU screen appears when the disc contains both video (MPEG4/DivX) and other format (WMA/MP3/JPEG).

PLAYBACK MENU

Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles. Playing the programs

While stopped

PG 3 DATE LENGTH TITLE LIVE CONCERT AUTO ACTION CINEMA
10/11 0:16:02 02:15 12/: : 25 01:30 04/: 16: 05 02:10 OK RETURN

WMA/MP3/JPEG MPEG4/DivX

AUDIO/PICTURE VIDEO
To exit the screen, press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Select AUDIO/PICTURE or VIDEO. To start play, press [1 PLAY]. To select an item to play, refer Playing from the selected item ( below).
Select the program. Press [2, 1] to skip page by page.
Playing a play list This works only when the disc contains a play list.
Playing from the selected item You can select to play from your desired item while the DATA-DISC screen is displayed. e.g. Group (Folder):
DATA-DISC ROOT Perfume My favorite1 My favorite2 My favorite3 Underwater Fantasy planet Starpersons1 Starpersons2 OK RETURN
PL DATE LENGTH TITLE CITY PENGUIN FOOTBALL SPECIAL
11/: 00 : 10 00:01 12/: 01: 20 01:20 01/: 10: 04 01:10 OK RETURN

Content (File):

: WMA/MP3 : JPEG : MPEG4/DivX
To display/exit the screen, press [MENU]. To exit the screen, press [PLAY LIST].
Select an item. Press [2, 1] to skip page by page. To return to 1 level up from the current folder, press [RETURN]. Maximum: 28 characters for file/folder name.
Select the play list. Press [2, 1] to skip page by page.
Play starts from the selected content.
Selecting the picture in Thumbnail menu [JPEG]
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Using on-screen menus

Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.

Menu 1 (Disc/Play)

TRACK SEARCH TITLE SEARCH CONTENT SEARCH CHAPTER SEARCH PG SEARCH (Program Search) PL SEARCH (Playlist Search)
To start from a specific item [VCD] This does not work when using playback control. e.g. [DVD-V]: T2 C5 To select numbers for data disc e.g. 123: [S10] [1] [2] [3] [OK]

ONS CTI UN

[DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple soundtracks) To select audio soundtrack [DVD-VR] [VCD] To select L, R, L+R or L R [DVD-V] (Karaoke disc) To select ON or OFF for vocals To select OFF, V1, V2 or V1+V2 for vocal selections Actual operations depend on the disc. Read the discs instructions for details. Signal type/data LPCM/PPCM/D/DTS/MP3/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels) e.g.

Show the on-screen menu.

Each time you press the button: Menu 1 (Disc/Play) Menu 2 (Video) Menu 3 (Audio) Menu 4 (HDMI) Exit e.g. Menu 1 (Disc/Play) [DVD-V] Current item
3/2.1ch.1: Low frequency effect (not displayed if there is no signal).0: No surround.1: Mono surround.2: Stereo surround (left/right)
.1: Center.2: Front leftiFront right.3: Front leftiFront rightiCenter
T 1 C1 1:ENG OFF TITLE SEARCH

Item name

3/2. 1 :E
[DivX] It may take some time for play to start if you change the audio on a DivX video disc. [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] To change play speed from k0.6 to k1.4 (in 0.1-unit steps) Press [1 PLAY] to return to normal play. After you change the speed Dolby Pro Logic II has no effect. Audio output switches to 2-channel stereo. Sampling frequency of 96 kHz is converted to 48 kHz. This function may not work depending on the discs recording. ( 16, Repeat play) A-B Repeat (To repeat a specified section) Except [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] [DVD-VR] (Still picture part) [VCD] (SVCD) Press [OK] at the starting and ending points. Select OFF to cancel. [DVD-V] [DivX] (with multiple subtitles) [VCD] (SVCD only) To select subtitle language On iR/iRW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed. [DVD-VR] (with subtitle on/off information) To select ON or OFF This may not work depending on the disc. [DivX] ( 26, Displaying DivX subtitles text) [DVD-V] (with multiple angles) To select a video angle

Select the item.

e.g. Menu 1 (Disc/Play) [DVD-V] Current setting

PLAY SPEED

T 1 C1 1:ENG 3/ OFF 1 CHAPTER SEARCH

Make the settings.

REPEAT MODE

SUBTITLE

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[JPEG] To select ON or OFF for pictures date display

Menu 3 (Audio)

To make the dialogue in movies easier to hear [DVD-V] (Dolby Digital, DTS, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) [DivX] (Dolby Digital, 3-channel or higher, with the dialogue recorded in the center channel) OFF, ON

DATE DISPLAY

To rotate a picture (during pause) [JPEG]: 0,------. 90,------.180,------.270 ^--------------------------------------------J

ROTATION

Menu 2 (Video)
NORMAL CINEMA1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. CINEMA2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. DYNAMIC: Enhances the contrast for powerful images. ANIMATION: Suitable for animation. To select zoom sizes NORMAL, AUTO ([DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD]), k2, k4 [JPEG]: during pause If you have chosen 480p/576p/720p/1080p (progressive), 1080i (interlaced) [VIDEO FORMAT in Menu 4 (HDMI)] or PROGRESSIVE under VIDEO OUT (I/P) ( 25, VIDEO menu), select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material. The setting will return to AUTO or AUTO1 when the disc tray is opened, the unit is turned off or another source is selected. When playing PAL discs AUTO: VIDEO: FILM: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it. Select when using AUTO, and the content is distorted. Select this if the edges of the film content appear jagged or rough when AUTO is selected. However, if the video content is distorted as shown in the illustration to the right, then select AUTO.

Menu 4 (HDMI)

To show HDMI information. ( below, Confirming HDMI information)

PICTURE MODE

HDMI STATUS
This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 25, HDMI menu) set to ON.

VIDEO FORMAT

This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 25, HDMI menu) set to ON. To select suitable picture quality with your TV (Video recordings will be converted to, and output as, high-definition video.) 480p/576p/720p/1080p (progressive) 480i/576i/1080i (interlaced) If the picture is distorted, press and hold [CANCEL] until the picture is displayed correctly. (The output will return to 480p/ 576p.)

TRANSFER MODE

The numbers displayed depend on the disc being played. One of the above numbers is displayed.

COLOUR SPACE

This works when the HDMI connection is being used with VIDEO PRIORITY ( 25, HDMI menu) set to ON. To select suitable picture colour with your TV YCbCr 4:2:2 YCbCr 4:4:4 RGB If the setting above is not compatible with your TV, it will not be displayed.
When playing NTSC discs AUTO1: AUTO2: Automatically detects the film and video content, and appropriately converts it. In addition to AUTO1, automatically detects film contents with different frame rates and appropriately converts it. Select if the video content is distorted when using AUTO1 or AUTO2.
Confirming HDMI information

HDMI --- INFORMATION

VIDEO:
CONNECTED STATE AUDIO STREAM MAX CHANNEL VIDEO FORMAT COLOUR SPACE
CONNECTED PCM 2ch 720p YCbCr 4:4:4

SOURCE SELECT

[DivX]
When you select AUTO the constructing method of the DivX contents is automatically distinguished and output. If the picture is distorted, select INTERLACE or PROGRESSIVE depending on which constructing method was used when the contents were recorded to disc. AUTO, INTERLACE, PROGRESSIVE
1 Connection status 2 Shows the output signal type. 3 Shows the number of audio channels. 4 ( above, VIDEO FORMAT) 5 ( above, COLOUR SPACE) [Note] When OFF is selected in AUDIO OUT ( be displayed in AUDIO STREAM. 25, HDMI menu), will

HD ENHANCER

To sharpen the 720p, 1080i and 1080p picture quality OFF, 1 (weakest) to 3 (strongest)

DIALOGUE ENHANCER

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Using the VIERA Link HDAVI ControlTM

Other Operating

One touch play
You can turn on this unit and the TV, and start playing the disc with a single press of a button. During standby mode (Remote control only)

For Panasonic D-Snap/DIGA

USB device

[Note] Maximum: 255 folders (excluding Root folder), 4000 files, 28 characters for file/folder name. Only one memory card will be selected when connecting a multiport USB card reader. Typically the first memory card inserted.
The START menu can also be shown by using a button on the TVs remote control (e.g. [OPTION]). When DVD/CD or USB is selected as the source, this works only during stop mode. This does not work while iPod music playback screen is displayed on the TV.
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Operating other devices (continued)

Select the menu.

Each time you press the button: Music menu -----------------------------) Video menu ^-- iPod menu (iPod LCD) (}
When using the START menu in IPOD mode

REPEAT iPod PLAY

REPEAT USB iPod
iPod Music Videos All (iPod display) Input Selection Sound

Home Cinema

SKIP STOP

OK RETURN

Music: Shows the music menu. Videos: Shows the video menu. All (iPod display): Switches to iPod menu. Enjoying music/videos
Select music or video menu on the TV.

Using the iPod

You can enjoy iPod music through this units speakers or view iPod videos/photos on the TV. Preparation To view photos/videos from the iPod Ensure the video connection to the SCART (AV) terminal on this unit and select VIDEO/YPbPr from VIDEO OUT SCART in VIDEO menu ( 25). Operate the iPod menu to make the appropriate photo/video output settings for your TV. (Refer to operating instructions of your iPod.) To display the picture, turn on the TV and select the appropriate video input mode. Before connecting/disconnecting the iPod, turn the main unit off or reduce the volume of the main unit to its minimum.
Press [2, 1] to skip page by page. To return to the previous screen, press [RETURN].
Play starts from the selected song or video. e.g. music playback screen
Playback condition Song Artist Album
iPod 3 of 20 Good morning Ronaldo Happy days 2:43

Shuffle mode Repeat mode

Connect the iPod (not included) firmly.
Recharging starts when the iPod is inserted.

Current position

These icons will only appear for music mode. : Song shuffle : Album shuffle : Repeat 1 song : Repeat all
Basic controls (For music and videos only)
iPod Pull out Dock adapter (not included) Main unit
Button [1 PLAY] [ STOP], [; PAUSE] [:, 9SKIP] (press and hold) [:, 9SKIP] Other methods of playback Shuffle mode (For music playback only) Press [PLAY MODE] several times. SONGS, ALBUMS, OFF
Function Play Pause Skip Search

Dock for iPod Attach the dock adapter which should be supplied with your iPod to the dock for the stable use of the iPod. If you need an adapter, consult your iPod dealer. USB iPod

Select IPOD.

The iPod automatically switches to this units display mode. Music menu appears on the TV. e.g.
iPod Music Playlists Ar tists Albums Songs Podcasts Genres Composers Audiobooks OK RETURN Home Cinema
Repeat mode Press [REPEAT] several times. During the music/video playback: ONE, ALL, OFF
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Enjoying photos

Select the iPod menu.
a your 2 Playcanslideshow oncontrol iPod. the iPod menu. You use the remote to operate
[3, 4]: [OK]: [RETURN]: To navigate menu items. To go to the next menu. To return to the previous menu.
While an iPod is connected Do not push the Dock for iPod.
Do not push or pull your iPod back and forth with great force.
Attaching to a wall 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. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers. 1 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall.

[PT570] Surround speaker

190 mm

At least 30 mm 4.0 mm

7.0 mm to 9.0 mm 3 to 5 mm
Reattaching the speaker cable

Wall or pillar

2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s). [PT570] Front speaker [PT870] Front and surround speakers Attach to a wall without the base and the stand

e.g. 72 mm

In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right. Insert the cable from the bottom. Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position.
Pull out the cable through the hole.

348.5 mm

Speaker installation option
Compatible iPod iPod touch 2nd generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB) iPod nano 4th generation (video) (8GB, 16GB) iPod classic (120GB) iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB) iPod nano 3rd generation (video) (4GB, 8GB) iPod classic (80GB, 160GB) iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum) (2GB, 4GB, 8GB) iPod 5th generation (video) (60GB, 80GB) iPod 5th generation (video) (30GB) iPod nano 1st generation (1GB, 2GB, 4GB) iPod 4th generation (color display) (40GB, 60GB) iPod 4th generation (color display) (20GB, 30GB) iPod 4th generation (40GB) iPod 4th generation (20GB) iPod mini (4GB, 6GB) Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

Select to suit the type of equipment you connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal. Select BITSTREAM when the equipment can decode the bitstream (digital form of 5.1-channel data). Otherwise, select PCM. (If the bitstream is output to the equipment without a decoder, high levels of noise can be output and may damage your speakers and hearing.)
BITSTREAM PCM BITSTREAM PCM BITSTREAM PCM When audio is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal, and the connected equipment does not support the item selected, the actual output will depend on the performance of this connected equipment.
When audio output is from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (Depending on the capabilities of the connected equipment, audio output may differ from the audio settings of the main unit.) OFF: When audio output is not from the HDMI AV OUT terminal. (The audio is output using the settings of the main unit.)

RGB RANGE

This works only when COLOUR SPACE in Menu 4 (HDMI) is set to RGB ( 19). STANDARD ENHANCED: When the black and white images are not distinct.

DYNAMIC RANGE

ON: OFF Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital)

VIERA Link

SPEAKER SETTINGS
Select the delay time of the speakers. (Effective when playing 5.1-channel sound) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.

C L C R

POWER OFF LINK
Select the desired power off link setting of this unit for VIERA Link operation ( 20). (This works depending on the settings of the connected VIERA Link HDAVI Control compatible equipment.) VIDEO/AUDIO: When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off automatically. VIDEO: When the TV is turned off, this unit will turn off except during the following conditions: audio playback ([CD] [MP3] [WMA]) iPod mode radio mode AUX or D-IN mode (non-selected TV audio setting for VIERA Link)
: Actual speaker position

: Ideal speaker position

: Primary listening

distance

TV AUDIO
Approximate room dimensions
Select the TV audio input to work with the VIERA Link operations ( AUX DIGITAL IN
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.) Setting 30 cm 1ms 60 cm 2ms 90 cm 3ms 120 cm 4ms 150 cm 5ms b Surround speaker Difference (Approx.) Setting 150 cm 5ms 300 cm 10ms 450 cm 15ms

[DVD-VR]2 [DVD-V]4

Recorded on a personal computer, etc.
[WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]

Finalizing6

DVD-RAM

Not necessary

DVD-R/RW

Necessary

DVD-R DL

iR/iRW iR DL CD-R/RW1

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Necessary Necessary Necessary7
It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the recording method, or how the files were created ( 29, Tips for making data discs). 1 This unit can play CD-R/RW recorded with CD-DA or Video CD format. 2 Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). 3 Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.2 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). 4 Discs recorded on DVD recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format. 5 Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore some functions cannot be used. 6 A process that allows play on compatible equipment. To play a disc that is indicated as Necessary, the disc must first be finalized on the device it was recorded on. 7 Closing the session will also work. Note about using a DualDisc The digital audio content side of a DualDisc does not meet the technical specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA) format so playback may not be possible. Discs that cannot be played Blu-ray, HD DVD, AVCHD discs, DVD-RW version 1.0, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD, Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge, 2.6 GB and 5.2 GB DVD-RAM, and Chaoji VCD available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to IEC62107. Video systems This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your TV must match the system used on the disc. PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC TV. This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL TV ( 24, NTSC DISC OUT in VIDEO menu). Disc handling precautions Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable. Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument. Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, liquids which prevent static electricity, or any other solvent. Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers. Do not use the following discs: Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs, etc.). Discs that are badly warped or cracked. Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.

Maintenance

To clean discs Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth. Do not use commercially available lens cleaners as they may cause malfunction. Cleaning of the lens is generally not necessary although this depends on the operating environment.
Before moving the unit, ensure the disc tray is empty. Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the unit.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. c 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. HDAVI ControlTM is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary and third parties. This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Visual Standard (MPEG-4 Video) and/or (ii) decoding MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information including that relating to promotional, internal and commercial uses and licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com. Plays DivX video DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used under license.

The settings for TV ASPECT1 and LANGUAGE2 will automatically follow to the information from the TV. ( 9, Smart setup settings) 1 When using VIERA Link HDAVI Control with HDAVI Control 3 or later compatible TV 2 When using VIERA Link HDAVI Control with HDAVI Control 2 or later compatible TV
stands for a number. (The actual number following U70 will depend on the state of the main unit.) The HDMI connection acts unusually. The connected equipment is not HDMI-compatible. Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). The HDMI cable is too long. The HDMI cable is damaged.

Disc operation

It takes time before play starts.
Play may take time to begin when an MP3 track has still picture data. Even after the track starts, the correct play time will not be displayed. This is normal. [MP3] This is normal on DivX video. [DivX]
A menu screen appears during skip or search. [VCD]
This is normal for Video CDs. Playback control menu does not appear. [VCD] with playback control Press [ STOP] twice and then press [1 PLAY].

REMOTE 1 or REMOTE 2

Match the modes on the main unit and remote control. Depending on the number being displayed (1 or 2), press and hold [OK] and the corresponding numbered button ([1] or [2]) for at least 2 seconds. ( 34)

LOADING

Program and Random play do not work. [DVD-V]
These functions do not work with some DVD-Videos.
The iPod is not ready. Wait for this display to disappear. Disconnect the iPod, and then reconnect it firmly. ( 22)

Play does not start.

This unit may not play WMA and MPEG4 that contains still picture data. If playing DivX VOD content, refer to the homepage where you purchased the DivX VOD content. (Example: www.divx.com/vod) [DivX] If a disc contains CD-DA and other formats, proper playback may not be possible.

NO MIC

The Auto speaker setup microphone is not inserted. Check whether the Auto speaker setup microphone is plugged in properly into the SETUP MIC jack.
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No subtitles.

Display the subtitles. (SUBTITLE in Menu 1) ( 18) Subtitles may not be displayed depending on the disc. [DivX]
Zoom function may not work well, especially in dark scenes and may not work depending on the type of disc.
When playing PAL disc, picture distorted.