Panasonic SC-HT744 User Manual

RQT8720-PF0306NK0PCp qOperating InstructionsDVD Home Theater Sound SystemModel No. SC-HT744Region numberThe player plays DVD-Video marked with labels

RQT872010Simple Setup≥Ensure the AC cord is disconnected before you make the speaker connections.≥ Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.

RQT872011Simple Setup≥ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating

RQT872012Simple SetupConserving powerThe main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is turned off (approx. 0.4 W). To save power when th

RQT872013Simple SetupThe QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television

RQT872014Discs that can be played / Disc caution / MaintenanceDiscs that can be playedOperations in these instructions are described mainly with forma

RQT872015Product Service / GlossaryProduct Service1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if:(a) The AC

RQT872016Basic playBasic play[Note[≥ Discs continue to rotate while menus are displayed. To preserve the unit’s motor and your television screen, pres

RQT872017Basic playIf you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 34 to 36).Using the remote controlStopThe position is memorized

RQT872018Convenient functionsConvenient functionsYou can select the disc after checking the discs loaded with the Disc Information screen.≥ You can al

RQT872019Convenient functions≥ Selecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜ page 24) will be effective if the following functions are not available

RQT87202Dear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.-If you see t

RQT872020Playing data discs using navigation menusPlaying data discs using navigation menusSelecting “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (➜page 24) will

RQT872021Playing data discs using navigation menus≥ Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc.≥ You cannot edit programs, playlists an

RQT872022Using on-screen menusUsing on-screen menusCANCELWOOFERSLEEPSETUPMODESFCZOOMTESTREPEATPLDISPLAYCHMODEH.BASSC.FOCUSMUTINGSELECTFLSUBPLAYCDPLAYL

RQT872023Using on-screen menus∫ Play MenuThis works only when the elapsed play time can be displayed. It also works with all JPEG content.∫ Picture Me

RQT872024Using on-screen menusUsing on-screen menus∫ Picture Menu (Continued)∫ Audio Menu∫ Display Menu∫ Other MenuConfirming HDMI information[Note]≥

RQT872025Changing the player settingsChanging the player settings≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby.≥ Underlined item

RQT872026Changing the player settingsChanging the player settings∫ “Video” tab§Refer to “Frame still and field still” (➜ page 15, Glossary).∫ “Audio”

RQT872027Changing the player settings(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)(Center and surround speakers only)For optimum listening with 5.1-cha

RQT872028Using 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

RQT872029Using the radio∫ FM frequency stepThe step is factory-set to 0.2-MHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated in 0.1-MHz steps.

RQT87203TABLE OF CONTENTSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . .4Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Simple Setu

RQT872030Using sound effectsUsing sound effects[Note]≥The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect when the Rear Music Port or h

RQT872031Using sound effectsYou can enhance low-frequency sound so that heavy bass sound can be heard clearly, even if the acoustics of your room are

RQT872032Operating other equipmentOperating other equipmentYou can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television. Connect your equipment re

RQT872033Using other useful functionsUsing other useful functionsPress [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90^&q

RQT872034Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check p

RQT872035Troubleshooting guideSound abnormal or improper PageMenus Picture abnormal or unviewableProgressive videoListening to the radioTelevision ope

RQT872036Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guideUnit displays PageTelevision displaysThe display is dark. ≥ Select “Bright” in “FL Dimmer” in the “

RQT872037SpecificationsSpecificationsRMS Output Power: Dolby Digital ModeFront Ch 90 W per channel (4 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THDSurround Ch 90 W per channe

RQT872038Limited WarrantyPanasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler DriveMississauga, OntarioL4W 2T3www.panasonic.caC 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., L

RQT87204IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety

RQT87205AccessoriesAccessoriesPlease check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement par

RQT87206Simple SetupPreparation≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it.≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head

RQT87207Simple Setup4 Secure the speaker to the stand.5 Connect the speaker cable.∫ Preventing the speakers from falling≥ You will need to obtain the

RQT87208Simple Setup∫ Attaching to a wallYou can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall.≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers ar

RQT87209Simple SetupHow you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:≥ Place speakers on flat secure ba