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As an ENERGY STAR
Panasonic has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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For Canada only: The word "Participant" is
used in place of the word "Partner".
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
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Operating Instructions
AV Control Receiver
Model No.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.:1-800-211-PANA(7262)
In Canada:905-624-5505
For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 38.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 39.
SA-XR57
RQT8549-P
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
As an ENERGY STAR 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”. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. -
Page 2: Before Use Important Safety Instructions
(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 RQT8549... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Before use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...2 Listening caution ...3 Connections Home Theater connections Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player HDMI connections for enjoying high-quality sounds and pictures easily ...5 To enjoy high-quality pictures ...6 To enjoy standard-quality pictures ...7 To enjoy analog sounds/To enjoy high-quality analog sounds using DVD-Audio discs... -
Page 4: Control Guide
Control guide Remote control Power button For selecting tuner/ For switching FM or AM (á page 34) For inputting channels TV (á page 20) DVD recorder (á page 20) VCR (á page 22) For selecting a track or chapter DVD recorder (á page 20) DVD player (á... -
Page 5: Connections
HDMI connections. Connection cable (All cables are sold separately) Video and Audio cable HDMI Cable (It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.) [Recommended part number: RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m), RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m) etc.] TV HDMI (AV IN) -
Page 6: To Enjoy High-Quality Pictures
Home Theater connections Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player To enjoy high-quality pictures Connection cable (All cables are sold separately) • Check terminals on your TV, DVD recorder or DVD player and obtain corresponding connection cables. •... -
Page 7: To Enjoy Standard-Quality Pictures
To enjoy standard-quality pictures Connection cable (All cables are sold separately) Video connection cable Optical fiber cable “Changing the digital input settings” (á page 32) LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP ANT FM ANT AM ANT DIGITAL IN (TV/STB) (DVD RECORDER) (DVD PLAYER) (CD) OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL1 COAXIAL2... -
Page 8: To Enjoy Analog Sounds/To Enjoy High-Quality Analog Sounds Using Dvd-Audio Discs (Dvd Analog 6-Channel Connections)
Home Theater connections Connecting the unit to a TV, DVD recorder and DVD player Connection cable (All cables are sold separately) Video connection cable Stereo connection cable White (L) Red (R) To enjoy analog sounds Make analog connections according to your equipment and preference. See pages 6 and 7 for video connections. LOOP LOOP LOOP... -
Page 9: To Enjoy Tv Sounds On Multi Channels/Connection To A Dvd Recorder With Built-In Vcr
To enjoy TV sounds on multi channels Make the following connections in addition to those instructed on pages 5 to 7. • Speakers produce sounds when you make connections for either digital audio (OPTICAL) output or analog audio output. Make connections according to your equipment and preference. -
Page 10: Placing And Connecting Speakers According To Their Numbers
Home Theater connections Connecting speakers Placing and connecting speakers according to their numbers The ideal placement is to set each speaker (excluding the subwoofer) the same distance away from the listening-viewing position. Measure the actual distance from each of the connected speakers to the listening-viewing position and perform steps instructed in “Setting distances”... -
Page 11: Connecting Speakers Designed For Bi-Wiring
Speaker impedance Front A: 6 to 8 Ω 6 to 8 Ω Center: Surround: 6 to 8 Ω 6 to 8 Ω Surround back: The unit’s rear view LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP ANT FM ANT AM ANT DIGITAL IN S VIDEO (TV/STB) (DVD RECORDER) (DVD PLAYER) (CD) -
Page 12: Connecting A Second Pair Of Front Speakers
Making surround speakers wireless with SH-FX50/SH-FX60 You can connect left and right surround speakers wirelessly by using Panasonic SH-FX50/SH-FX60 (A set consisting of a digital transceiver and a wireless system (sold separately)) with the unit. To use this option, insert the digital transceiver into the unit’s digital transceiver terminal and connect surround speakers to SH-FX50/SH-FX60’s wireless system. -
Page 13: Connecting The Unit To A Video Camera Or Game Player Etc
Connecting other equipment Connecting the unit to a cable box or satellite receiver etc. The unit makes audio output when you make either digital audio (OPTICAL) output connections or analog audio output connections. Make connections according to your equipment and preference. •... -
Page 14: Before Playback Detecting Speakers Automatically
Before playback AUTO SPEAKER DETECTOR POWER The unit checks each speaker’s connection status and make speaker settings automatically. Perform the following steps when you connect a new speaker. The unit considers seven speakers and one subwoofer are connected to the unit (keeps factory RECEIVER settings) unless you perform these steps. -
Page 15: Confirming Audio Output From Speakers And Adjusting Volumes
Confirming audio output from speakers and adjusting volumes Through these steps, you make sure each of the connected speakers makes audio output. Adjust the output level from each speaker and the output level from the front speakers to achieve balance in the listening- viewing position. -
Page 16: Enjoying Home Theater Features
Enjoying Home Theater features SPEAKERS POWER Basic playback Turn the unit on. POWER Press The [MULTI CH SURROUND] indicator comes on (Factory setting). Select [SPEAKERS A]. SPEAKERS Press When using a BI-WIRE connection (á page 11) Select “YES ” in “Setting bi-wiring connections” (á page 31). SPEAKERS Press Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] and... -
Page 17: Digital Signals That Can Be Played On This Unit
Digital signals that can be played on this unit This is the digital surround system developed by Dolby Dolby Digital Laboratories. Dolby Digital Surround EX adds a surround back (including Dolby channel to the traditional 5.1-channel format of Dolby Digital. This Digital Surround EX) creates a sound with greater presence. -
Page 18: Using Speakers B/Advanced Dual Amp Function/Enjoying Bi-Amp Sounds/Playing Dvd-Audio (Enjoying Dvd-Audio Sources Through Digital Connections/Playing Dvd Analog 6Ch/Enjoying High Quality 2-Channel Analog Sounds)
Playback options ADVANCED DUAL AMP AUTO SPEAKER ADVANCED DETECTOR DUAL AMP BI-AMP SPEAKERS POWER SPEAKERS AUTO SPEAKER DETECTOR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L Sound speakers FRONT B terminals on this unit. Press Using SPEAKERS The advanced dual amp function activates automatically when you use 2-channel stereo playback or 5.1-channel playback. -
Page 19: Using Hdavi Control
What is HDAVI Control? HDAVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recorder (DIGA) under HDAVI Control. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details. -
Page 20: Remote Controlling A Tv
Remote controlling a TV or DVD recorder etc. Besides this unit, you can operate a Panasonic TV, DVD recorder, DVD player, VCR or CD player (excluding certain models) using the supplied remote control. See respective equipment’s operating instructions for detailed operations. -
Page 21: Remote Controlling A Dvd Player
[ENTER] for execution after pressing number buttons. PAUSE To pause PAUSE To move forward and backward frame by frame To stop STOP playback Note [FUNCTIONS] activates display functions on some of the Panasonic DVD players. RQT8549... -
Page 22: Remote Controlling A Vcr
Remote controlling a TV or DVD recorder etc. Direct the remote control to the equipment you wish to operate. RECEIVER SYSTEM RECORDER TUNER PLAYER BAND ANALOG 6CH VOLUME DISC DIRECT TUNING ENTER SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY DRIVE SELECT DVD RECORDER CM SKIP ENTER SUB MENU... -
Page 23: Changing Remote Control Codes
6. Enter a code to operate some equipment This remote control can operate Panasonic and Technics audio-visual equipment that has remote control sensors. You may need to change the remote control code. It can also operate some other brands of televisions, video cassette recorders, and DVD players. -
Page 24: Listening To Sounds With Surround Effects
Listening to sounds with surround effects You can add surround effects or play stereo sources on multi channels. RECEIVER SYSTEM RECORDER TUNER PLAYER BAND ANALOG 6CH VOLUME DISC DIRECT TUNING ENTER SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY DRIVE SELECT DVD RECORDER CM SKIP ENTER SUB MENU... -
Page 25: Sfc (Sound Field Control)
SFC (Sound Field Control) Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC modes with Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or analog stereo sources. Press MUSIC Use this mode when modes. playing music. You can also select each of the following modes by (Music) pressing MUSIC... -
Page 26: Sound Effect Under Remote Control
Sound effect under remote control See pages 24 and 25 for information about each mode. Adjusting Dolby Pro Logic You can use the following modes when the input source is 2-channel stereo. RECEIVER (Dimension SYSTEM RECORDER Control) TUNER PLAYER BAND ANALOG 6CH (Center Width VOLUME... -
Page 27: Convenient Functions Under Remote Control
Convenient functions under remote control RECEIVER SYSTEM RECORDER TUNER PLAYER BAND ANALOG 6CH Adjusting the subwoofer level VOLUME DISC DIRECT TUNING ENTER SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY DRIVE SELECT DVD RECORDER CM SKIP Silencing speakers temporarily ENTER SUB MENU RETURN SUBWOOFER TEST EFFECT VOL... -
Page 28: Sound Effect/Convenient Functions
Sound effect/Convenient functions AUTO SPEAKER ADVANCED DETECTOR DUAL AMP BI-AMP POWER SPEAKERS AUTO SPEAKER DETECTOR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L Basic operation Entering the menu MENU Press SETUP RETURN Selecting an item for setting INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select an item. ENTER Press for confirming the choice. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Bass/Adjusting The Treble/Adjusting The Volume Balance/Changing The Audio Output (Dual Program)/Adjusting The Brightness Of The Display/Sleep Timer
1 Select and confirm the choice. Adjusting the bass 2 Make adjustment and confirm the • You can adjust the bass choice. through this operation. 1 Select and confirm the choice. Adjusting the treble 2 Make adjustment and confirm the choice. •... -
Page 30: Setting The Receiver
Setting the receiver AUTO SPEAKER ADVANCED DETECTOR DUAL AMP BI-AMP POWER SPEAKERS AUTO SPEAKER DETECTOR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L Basic operation Entering the setup Press and hold Selecting an item for setting INPUT SELECTOR Turn to select an item. ENTER Press for confirming the choice. -
Page 31: Setting Speakers And Their Sizes/Setting Distances/Setting Bi-Wiring Connections/Setting The Lowpass Filter
1 Select and confirm the choice. 2 Select a speaker for setting and confirm the choice. 3 Change a setting and confirm the choice. Setting speakers and their sizes When you set the front speakers (LR) as “LARGE ” • You can set connected •... -
Page 32: Making Bi-Amp Settings
Setting the receiver POWER See page 30 for receiver operations. Changing the digital input settings • Change these settings to suit the connections you have made to the optical (OPT) and coaxial (COAX) digital input terminals. (á pages 6, 7, 9 and 13) •... -
Page 33: Selecting The Equipment Connected To The Hdmi Input Terminal
See page 30 for receiver operations. 1 Select and confirm the choice. Selecting the equipment connected to the HDMI 2 Select and confirm the choice. input terminal • You set the connected equipment as a DVD 3 Select the equipment connected to the HDMI recorder or DVD player input terminal and confirm the choice. -
Page 34: The Radio
The radio AUTO SPEAKER ADVANCED DETECTOR DUAL AMP BI-AMP POWER SPEAKERS MULTI CH SURROUND AUTO SPEAKER DETECTOR S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN L INPUT SELECTOR Turn to make a choice. Manual tuning On the remote control (Direct tuning) Select “TUNER ”. TUNER Press BAND... -
Page 35: Preset Tuning
Preset tuning Presetting stations Auto presetting Set the channel reception to FM 87.9 MHz or AM 530 kHz. (ápage 34) Preset channels that are automatically assigned by this unit are: FM: 1 to 30 AM: 21 to 30 Preset the FM stations first. If the AM stations are preset before the FM stations, they will be erased when the FM stations are preset. -
Page 36: Reference 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 remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 38 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on back cover if you reside in Canada. n Common problems No power. -
Page 37: Help Message
Help message Message Cause/countermeasure Muting is on. Press [MUTING] on the remote control and cancel the function (á page 27). The selected mode is not “MUSIC ”. Change the mode to “MUSIC ” (á page 24). Center and surround speakers are not connected, or they are set as absent. -
Page 38: Warranty (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 39: Warranty (Canada)
Warranty (Canada) 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. -
Page 40: Supplied Accessories
For product information or assistance with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38. In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624- 5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.