Panasonic SCHT540 User Manual

RQT8596-BEOperating InstructionsDVD Home Theater Sound SystemModel No. SC-HT540/SC-HT990Region numberThe player plays DVD-Video marked with labels con

RQT8596Simple Setup10≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.≥ Tu

RQT859611Simple SetupCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT≥ Using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminalsThe COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provides a purer picture than the S

RQT8596Simple Setup12Conserving powerThe main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (For Continental Europe: approx. 0.5 W

RQT859613Simple SetupThe QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television

RQT859614Discs that can be played / Disc caution / MaintenanceDiscs that can be playedOperations in these instructions are described mainly with forma

RQT859615GlossaryGlossaryDecoderA decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.DivXDivX is a popular media tech

RQT859616Basic playBasic playTo display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, e

RQT859617Basic playIf you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 34 to 36).Using the remote controlStopThe position is memorized

RQT859618Convenient functionsConvenient functionsPress [FUNCTIONS].Each time you press the button:Main menu (➜ page 22) --------------------> Basic

Playing data discs using navigation menusRQT859619Playing data discs using navigation menusSelecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 24) wil

RQT85962AccessoriesDear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.[H

RQT859620Playing data discs using navigation menusPlaying data discs using navigation menusTitles appear with CD Text disc playback.≥ Titles appear on

RQT859621Playing data discs using navigation menusTips for making data discs≥ When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be disp

RQT859622Using on-screen menusUsing on-screen menus1Show the Main menu.2Select the menu.e.g. [DVD-V]3Make the settings.e.g. [DVD-V]4Press to exit.Main

RQT859623Using on-screen menus∫ Play MenuThis works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.∫ Picture Me

RQT859624Using on-screen menusUsing on-screen menus∫ Audio Menu∫ Display Menu∫ Other MenuOther Settings Items shown differ depending on the type of di

Changing the player settingsRQT859625Changing the player settings≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.≥ Underlined item

RQT859626Changing the player settingsChanging the player settings∫ “Video” tab∫ “Audio” tab∫ “Display” tab∫ “Others” tab§5[Continental]Europe]§8[South

RQT859627Changing the player settings(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)(Center and surround speakers only)For optimum listening with 5.1-cha

RQT859628Using the radioUsing the radioUp to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.When a stereo FM broadcast is being received, “ST” lights

RQT859629Using the radio∫ AM frequency step[Southeast\Asia,\Thailand,]the]Middle]East,\South]Africa,]Saudi[Arabia[and[[Kuwait[The step is factory-set

RQT85963TABLE OF CONTENTSAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Caution for AC Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RQT859630Using sound effectsUsing sound effects[Note]≥ The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect depending on the type of sou

RQT859631Using sound effectsYou can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are

RQT859632Using other useful functionsUsing other useful functionsPress [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90^&q

RQT859633Using other useful functions / Operating other equipment[Southeast\Asia,\Thailand,\the\Middle]East,\South\Africa,\Saudi\Arabia\and\Kuwait\[DV

RQT859634Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check p

RQT859635Troubleshooting guideMarker PageA-B repeatSound abnormal or improperMenus Picture abnormal or unviewableProgressive video(Continued on next p

RQT859636Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guideListening to the radio PageUnit displaysTelevision displaysDistorted sound or noise is heard.“ST” f

RQT859637SpecificationsSpecifications[HT540][Continental[Europe]RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital ModeFront Ch 110 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD

RQT859638SpecificationsSpecifications[HT540] [Front\speakers\SB-FS540]Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex)Speaker unit(s) Impedance 3 ≠Full rang

RQT859639Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” a

RQT85964Caution for AC Mains LeadCaution for AC Mains Lead(For Saudi Arabia and Kuwait)(“GS” area code model only)For your safety, please read the fol

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/RQT8596-BF0306NK0p-If you see this symbol-SUOMI NORSKThis product

RQT85965Safety precautions / About DivX VOD contentSafety precautionsSet the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures,

RQT8596Simple Setup6[HT540] Front speakers[HT990] Front and surround speakersPreparation≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and pe

RQT85967Simple Setup4 Secure the speaker to the stand.5 Connect the speaker cable.∫ Preventing the speakers from falling≥ You will need to obtain the

RQT8596Simple Setup8∫ Attaching to a wallYou can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers ar

RQT85969Simple SetupHow you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:≥ Place speakers on flat secure ba