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Panasonic SC-HT730 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SC-HT730 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System
SC-HT730/SC-HT733/
Model No.
SC-HT930/SC-HT933
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number "1" or "ALL".
Example:
1
ALL
[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".
P
PC PX
1
2
3
4
INPUT
POWER
SELECTOR
1
2
4
®
®
OPEN CLOSE
DISC EXCHANGE
DISC SKIP
5
VOLUME
PHONES
H.BASS
PROGRESSIVE CD MODE
5 DISC SELECTOR
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.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
In Canada: 1-800-561-5505
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
11
page
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RQT7972-4P

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    The illustration shows SC-HT730. Operating Instructions DVD Home Theater Sound System SC-HT730/SC-HT733/ Model No. SC-HT930/SC-HT933 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.
  • Page 2 SC-HT730, SC-HT733, SC-HT930 and SC-HT933 for a variety of regions. ≥Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-HT730 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting started IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....3 Simple setup STEP 1 Front speaker assembly ....4 Other speaker setup options .
  • Page 4: Simple Setup

    Phillips-head screwdriver (not included) Cable Pipe A Small screws Pipe A The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS730, SB-FS930 or SB-PF920 front speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. 4 Bracket 4 Small 2 Brackets screws screws Attach the pipes to the speakers.
  • Page 5 [HT930] [Note] To prevent the speaker cables from being pulled out of the pipes, leave the plastic wrap on the pipes while assembling the speaker stands. 2 Front speakers 2 Pipes Assemble the speaker stands. Thread the speaker cable through the base. For quicker threading, loosely fold the cable in half (do not crease), pass the folded portion through the hole, and then pull the rest of the cable through the base.
  • Page 6 The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-PF920 front speakers. Only use as indicated in this setup. Attach the stand to the speakers. ≥There is no difference between the right and left speakers and stands.
  • Page 7 Connect the speaker cables. Twist off the vinyl tips of the speaker cables. ≥If the speaker cables do not have vinyl tips, directly connect them to the terminals. Copper Silver Push ! Press the speaker cable into the groove. If there is any excess speaker cable, thread the speaker cable into the opening near the top of the pipe while pulling the speaker cable from the bottom of the base.
  • Page 8: Other Speaker Setup Options

    Other speaker setup options ∫ Attaching to a wall You can attach all of the speakers to a wall. Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) with the hole(s). ≥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.
  • Page 9: Positioning

    STEP Positioning FRONT (L, R) SURROUND CENTER (L, R) FRONT (L, R) SURROUND CENTER (L, R) FRONT (L, R) SURROUND CENTER (L, R) ≥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.
  • Page 10: Connecting Speakers With Subwoofer

    [HT930] [HT933]: silver) wires to negative (j) terminals. Incorrect connection can damage the speakers. RQT7972 Speaker-cable sticker Click! Sheet of speaker-cable stickers The illustration shows SC-HT730 for U.S.A. and Canada. 2 FRONT (R) 1 FRONT (L) 4 SURROUND (R)
  • Page 11: Video Connections

    ≥Connect to the component video input terminals on a 480p compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.) ≥All Panasonic televisions that have 480p input connectors are compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television.
  • Page 12: Radio And System Connections

    When you insert the digital transmitter into the DIGITAL TRANSMITTER slot of the main unit and connect the surround speakers to the receiver, you can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly. RQT7972 For details, please refer to the operating instructions for Panasonic SH-FX50 Digital Transmitter and Receiver. FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord \U.S.A.\and\Canada]...
  • Page 13: The Remote Control

    STEP The remote control Remote control Batteries Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 STEP QUICK SETUP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO...
  • Page 14: Control Reference Guide

    Select the tuning mode (28) ;/FM MODE Pause (16)/Adjust the FM reception condition (28) 1/MEMORY Play discs (16)/Memorize the receiving radio stations (28) The illustration shows SC-HT730. Television and Video cassette recorder operations (32) Select the source [HT933] AUX (33) ([HT930]...
  • Page 15: Discs That Can Be Played

    Discs that can be played Disc Logo these operating DVD-RAM DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R (DVD-Video)/ DVD-RW (DVD-Video) iR (Video)/ — iRW (Video) Video CD SVCD CD-R — CD-RW § A process that allows play on compatible equipment. ≥It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording. ∫...
  • Page 16: Basic Play

    Basic play Power on. Select “DVD/CD”. INPUT POWER SELECTOR 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons/ indicators Start play. When the disc finishes playing: If the next disc doesn’t start playing, select it with the 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons. ≥You can also select the disc using the remote control (➜...
  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control

    If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 36, 37). AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO TUNER/BAND DVD/CD Numbered buttons VOLUME ENTER CANCEL CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TOP MENU MENU TOP MENU DIRECT PLAY NAVIGATOR LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS RETURN ENTER TV VOL TV VOL...
  • Page 18: Convenient Functions

    Convenient functions AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO TUNER/BAND DISC ENTER CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND C.FOCUS LEVEL H.BASS SLEEP ZOOM SUBTITLE QUICK OSD CM SKIP AUDIO QUICK OSD ZOOM, CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT ANGLE/PAGE...
  • Page 19: Changing The Zoom Ratio

    To display/clear the subtitles Press [2, 1] to select “On” or “Off”. [RAM] (On/Off only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information) Press [SHIFT]i[SUBTITLE] to select “On” or “Off”. ≥Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders. Normal REPEAT Fast Slow (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.
  • Page 20: Program/Random Play

    Convenient functions CD MODE Program/Random play PLAY MODE AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO TUNER/BAND 1 _ 5 Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND LEVEL H.BASS SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY...
  • Page 21 Random play ∫ When CD Mode is off [VCD] [CD] You can play all the items on a disc in the play position in random order. [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] You can play selected item(s) on a disc in the play position in random order.
  • Page 22: Using Navigation Menus

    Using navigation menus Numbered buttons CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU TOP MENU, DIRECT NAVIGATOR DIRECT NAVIGATOR FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND LEVEL H.BASS SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP ANGLE/PAGE ADVANCED SHIFT DISC REVIEW SHIFT TOP MENU MENU Playing data discs...
  • Page 23: Playing Ram Discs

    TOP MENU MENU Playing HighMAT [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [TOP MENU]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select the item, then press [ENTER]. ≥Repeat this step if necessary. Menu: Takes you to the next e.g. New Playlist Item Long Name Display Te PAG E 1 / 3 M e n u 1 P l ay l i s t 1...
  • Page 24: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS TV VOL Press once. FUNCTIONS Select the menu. Select Go to the next menu ENTER Register Return to the previous menu Make the settings.
  • Page 25: Picture Menu

    Other Settings ∫ Picture Menu Normal Cinema1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. Animation Dynamic User (Press [ENTER] to select “Picture Picture Adjustment”) (➜ below) Mode Picture Adjustment Contrast Sharpness Gamma: Adjusts the brightness of dark parts.
  • Page 26: Changing The Player Settings

    Changing the player settings AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO TUNER/BAND Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND C.FOCUS LEVEL H.BASS SLEEP ZOOM SUBTITLE QUICK OSD CM SKIP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT ADVANCED PLAY SPEED SHIFT...
  • Page 27: Changing The Delay Time (Speaker Settings)

    ≥Standard (Direct View TV) TV Type ≥Projection TV Select to suit the type of television. ≥0ms Time Delay When connected with a Plasma display, adjust if you notice the audio is out of sync with the video. ≥Automatic Still Mode ≥Field: Specify the type of picture shown ≥Frame: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
  • Page 28: The Radio

    The radio AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO TUNER/BAND Numbered buttons ENTER CANCEL SKIP SLOW/SEARCH TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND C.FOCUS LEVEL H.BASS SLEEP ZOOM SUBTITLE QUICK OSD CM SKIP AUDIO ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP REPEAT ADVANCED PLAY SPEED...
  • Page 29: Optional Antenna Connections

    Clamp with pliers The illustration shows SC-HT730 for U.S.A. and Canada. 5–12 m (16 – 39 feet) 4 Attach the cover. RQT7972...
  • Page 30: Sound Field And Sound Quality

    Sound field and sound quality AV SYSTEM DISC TV/VIDEO CANCEL SKIP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ENTER FUNCTIONS TV VOL SUBWOOFER SUPER SRND LEVEL H.BASS SUBWOOFER LEVEL SLEEP ZOOM QUICK OSD CM SKIP SLEEP ANGLE/PAGE FL DISPLAY GROUP SUPER SRND, H.BASS ADVANCED SHIFT DISC REVIEW...
  • Page 31: Subwoofer Level

    SUBWOOFER Subwoofer level LEVEL You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playing source. Press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL]. ≥When DVD-Video or DVD-RAM is selected SUB W 4 (factory preset)>SUB W 1>SUB W 2>SUB W 3 ^--------------------------------------------------------------------------} ≥When another source is selected SUB W 2 (factory preset)>SUB W 3>SUB W 4>SUB W 1...
  • Page 32: Operating Other Equipment

    Tape deck (not included) 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 33: Specifications

    Press [DVD/CD] to select “DVD/CD”. Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”. Start recording and play. Listening to the tape deck Press [AUX] to select “AUX” as the source. Television code list Panasonic: 01, 02, 26 Philco: Sony: Philips: Fisher: Pioneer:...
  • Page 34 Specifications DISC SECTION Discs played [8 cm (3z) or 12 cm (5z)] (1) DVD-RAM (DVD-VR compatible, JPEG formatted discs) (2) DVD-Audio (3) DVD-Video (4) DVD-R, DVD-RW (DVD-Video compatible) iR, iRW (Video compatible) (5) CD-Audio (CD-DA) (6) Video CD (7) SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) (8) CD-R/RW (CD-DA, Video-CD, SVCD, MP3, WMA, JPEG formatted disc) §1...
  • Page 35 [HT930] [Front\speakers\SB-FS930] Type 2 way, 3 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) 1. Woofer 2. Woofer z) Ring shaped dome type 3. Tweeter 6 cm (2 Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Cross over frequency Frequency range 75 Hz–50 kHz (j16 dB) 90 Hz–45 kHz (j10 dB) Dimensions (WtHtD) 260 mmk1234 mmk270 mm...
  • Page 36: 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, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 39 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on page 38 if you reside in Canada.
  • Page 37 Menus ≥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. cassette recorder.
  • Page 38: Language Code List

    For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 39. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
  • Page 39: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    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...
  • Page 40: Listening Caution

    Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Marketing Europe G.M.B.H. Wiesbaden N. (a Division of Panasonic Marketing G.M.B.H.) Military Sales Department 6200 Wiesbaden-Biebrich, Hagenauerstr. 43 Germany To establish a safe level: ≥Start your volume control at a low setting.

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