Panasonic SC-HT500 User Manual

RDVD Home Theater Sound SystemOperating InstructionsModel No. SC-HT500PHONESDOWN UPVOLUMEOPEN/CLOSEDVD HOME THEATER SOUND SYSTEM SA-HT500Í/IRDS SFC

10RQT6835Simple setup[Note]The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg per screw.1 [For\the\Unit

11RQT6835Simple setupThe QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press [SETUP] the first time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings. Y

12RQT6835Getting startedControl reference guide1 Standby/on switch [Í] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Sleep button [SL

13RQT6835Disc operationsDiscs—Basic play[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Preparation≥Press [Í] to turn on the unit.≥Turn on the television

14RQT6835Disc operationsDiscs—Basic play[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Press the numbered buttons to select the item.Play starts from th

15RQT6835Disc operations[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]During play or while pausedPress [:] or [9].≥Each press increases the number of sk

16RQT6835Disc operationsDiscs—Convenient functions[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]During playPress [REPEAT].Each time you press the button

17RQT6835Disc operations[DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] [DVD-A]Press [1] (play).You can select up to 32 items to play in the order you choose.E

18RQT6835Disc operationsDiscs—Convenient functions[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3]You can mark a position so you can return to it easily a

19RQT6835Disc operations≥“–” or “––” is displayed instead of the language number in circumstances such as when no language is recorded on the disc.[RA

2RQT6835Getting startedDear customerThank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefull

20RQT6835Disc operationsWMA/MP3 and CD text navigation menus[WMA] [MP3] [CD] (CD text only)Various menus help you find items you want to start play.1

21RQT6835Disc operationsYou can use the text information recorded on these discs to find a track to play.1 Press [1] while a track is highlighted to d

22RQT6835Disc operationsPlaying the programs or play lists on DVD-RAM[RAM]Use the program list to find programs to play.1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].2 P

23RQT6835Disc operationsUsing GUI (Graphical User Interface) screens[RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] GUI screens are menus that contain in

24RQT6835Disc operationsUsing GUI (Graphical User Interface) screensUnless otherwise indicated, select items with [2, 1] and change with [3, 4].Audio/

25RQT6835Disc operations[Audio\menu] [Display\menu] [Picture\menu] [RAM] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD]To change the user mode 1 Select User mode and press [1]

26RQT6835Radio operationsThe radio1 Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.2 Press [6] or [5] to select the frequency of the required station.TUNED

27RQT6835Radio operationsSound field/sound quality operations[For\the\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe]Main unit onlyThe unit can display the tex

28RQT6835Sound field/sound quality operationsSound fieldDolby Pro Logic is a decoding system that was developed to get a better sense of presence from

29RQT6835Sound field/sound quality operationsPress [SFC] to select a setting.Each time you press the button:HEAVY: Adds punch to rock.CLEAR: Clarifies

3RQT6835Getting startedAccessoriesPlease check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement

30RQT6835Other functionsConvenient functionsPress [MUTING].Volume is reduced to minimum.To cancelPress [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum

31RQT6835Other functionsChanging settingsThis chart shows the settings for this unit. Change the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the uni

32RQT6835Other functionsChanging settingsSee page 31 for menu and option details.PreparationPress [DVD/CD].1 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.2 Press [

33RQT6835Other functions[DVD-V]The password screen is shown when you select levels 0 to 7.1 Input a 4-digit password with the numbered buttons and pre

34RQT6835Other functionsOperating a television or video cassette recorderYou can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television or a video c

35RQT6835Other functionsOptional antenna connectionsUse outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor.[Note]Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not

36RQT6835ReferenceTroubleshooting guideBefore requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the

37RQT6835ReferencePictureListening to the radioUnit displaysTelevision displaysTo clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.≥Never use alcohol, pai

38RQT6835ReferenceGlossaryDecoderA decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.Dolby DigitalThis is a method o

39RQT6835ReferenceSpecificationsAMPLIFIER SECTIONRMS Output Power : Dolby Digital Mode, 10 % Total Harmonic Distortion1 kHz Front CH 50 W per channel

4RQT6835Getting startedCaution for AC Mains Lead(For United Kingdom)(“EB” area code model only)For your safety, please read the following text careful

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5RQT6835Getting startedDisc information∫ Discs that can be played≥Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications. The unit cannot p

6RQT6835Simple setupSimple setup≥Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angl

7RQT6835Simple setup[1] Attaching the stickers to the speaker cablesAttach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier.[2] Connecting the spe

8RQT6835Simple setup∫ Connecting a television with a VIDEO IN terminal[For\the\United\Kingdom]and]Continental\Europe]∫ Connecting a television with SC

9RQT6835Simple setupConserving powerThe unit consumes power [approx. 0.7 W (Subwoofer)] even when it is turned off with [Í]. To save power when the un