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  • Page 1

    Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTX5 RQT9478-B Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.[...]

  • Page 2

    RQT9478 2 Before use Supplied accessories .................... 3 Caution for AC Mains Lead ........... 4 Safety precautions ........................ 4 Control guide ................................. 5 Remote control preparation ......... 6 Connection Installing and assembling the rack ...... 7 Home Theater connections .... 10 Basic connections ....[...]

  • Page 3

    RQT9478 3  Sales and Support Information Customer Care Centre • For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3852 • For customers within the Republic of Ireland: 01 289 8333 • Visit our website for product information • E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK • For customers: 0844 844 3856 • Order accessory and co[...]

  • Page 4

    RQT9478 4 Caution for AC Mains Lead Safety precautions Before use Caution for AC Mains Lead/Safety precautions For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please e[...]

  • Page 5

    RQT9478 5 AC IN SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER TV TV OUT OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 COAXIAL TV AUX 2 AUX 3 BD/DVD IN AUX 1 AUX 4 AUDIO IN 3 Ω 4 Ω FRONT R R L L DIGIT AL IN This system (Rack) Before use Control guide Speaker terminals The speakers are already connected. Do not touch the connectors unless absolutely necessary. If the connectors become disconnected, r[...]

  • Page 6

    RQT9478 6 Remote control Remote control preparation Inserting the batteries Using the remote control VOLUME WHISPER-MODE SURROUND INPUT SELECTOR Standby/on button ( ➜ pages 15, 16) Test signal output ( ➜ page 15) For using “WHISPER-MODE SURROUND” ( ➜ page 20) For using “GAME” ( ➜ page 20) For entering setup mode ( ➜ pages 20 to 23[...]

  • Page 7

    RQT9478 7 Installing and assembling the rack Connection Installation Installing and assembling the rack  At least 2 people are necessary for installation.  Use a phillips-head screwdriver. (Do not use an electric screwdriver.)  Choose a stable location for installation.  Handle the glass shelf with enough carefully. Wire dressing cover [...]

  • Page 8

    RQT9478 8 Installing and assembling the rack Connection Glass shelf assembly 1 Loosen the screws (included) for the glass shelf and insert the protrusions of the glass holders (included) to the holes inside the rack. • Insert to the left and right holes with the same height. • The height of the shelf can be adjusted at 2 different levels. • C[...]

  • Page 9

    RQT9478 9 Installing and assembling the rack Connection Setting the caster trays Wire dressing cover assembly Set the caster trays under all 4 casters to fi x this system and prevent it from moving. • When setting the caster trays, match the caster cover with the arrow of the caster trays as illustrated below. • At least 2 people are necessary[...]

  • Page 10

    RQT9478 10 Basic connections Home Theater connections Home Theater connections Connection Connection cable Stereo phono cable (not included) 21-pin scart cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. RS TV OPTICAL 1 TV AUX 4 AU DI O I N ONT R L DIGIT AL IN TV A[...]

  • Page 11

    RQT9478 11 Home Theater connections Connection  HDMI cable notes • It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cables. • Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). • When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less.  Enjoying only with TV speaker • When image equ[...]

  • Page 12

    RQT9478 12 SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER TV TV OUT OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 COAXIAL TV AUX 2 AUX 3 BD/DVD IN AUX 1 AUX 4 A UDIO IN 3 Ω 4 Ω FRONT R R L L DIGIT AL IN Connecting equipment without HDMI terminal (DVD player, VCR, etc.) Connection cable TV Digital audio out (optical) Connect the video cable directly from the other equipment to the television. VIDEO I[...]

  • Page 13

    RQT9478 13 • Turn off all equipment before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Home Theater connections/AC mains supply connection Connection Other connections Connection cable HDMI cable (not included) Stereo phono cable (not included) To connect a second set of equipment that suppor[...]

  • Page 14

    RQT9478 14 Connecting the wireless surround speakers Connection How to insert the digital transmitter 1 Press the dents on both sides with force. 2 Remove the cover. 3 Insert fi rmly with the label side (with 4 screws) facing front. Digital transmitter (SH-FX70) Label Dent • Use care because the cover may pop out. • Turn off this system before[...]

  • Page 15

    RQT9478 15 Checking speaker output Check connections when the speaker does not output the test signal. ( ➜ page 5) Note Checking audio output with a test signal Adjusting speaker (subwoofer, wireless surround speaker) output Checking speaker output Connection 1. Press to turn on the system. 2. Press to output the test signal. Speaker display L : [...]

  • Page 16

    RQT9478 16 Play Enjoying movies and music Turn on the TV and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using the TV’s remote control. Enjoying movies and music TV : TV BD/DVD : Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder AUX 1 : AUX1 terminal AUX 2 : AUX2 terminal AUX 3 : AUX3 terminal AUX 4 : AUX4 terminal  “AUX 1” , “AUX 2” ,[...]

  • Page 17

    RQT9478 17 Enjoying movies and music Enjoying sound fi eld effects Play Sound fi eld effects differ depending on input sources. Select the mode you prefer after listening to the actual sound. Dolby Virtual Speaker You can enjoy surround effects as if you were listening to 5.1 channel sources. (Dolby Pro Logic also works for stereo signals of vide[...]

  • Page 18

    RQT9478 18 1. You can select “Speaker Selection” (“Home Cinema” or “TV”). When audio is input, this system will be automatically turned on if it is in standby ✽ mode and the sound is output from this system’s speaker. You can also adjust the volume level by using the volume control buttons. ✽ “Standby” condition means the cond[...]

  • Page 19

    RQT9478 19 Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI Control™” Play For correct use of VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” Use TV (VIERA)’s remote control to select “Home Cinema” without turning on this system with this system’s standby/on button (including the remote control). (This system is automatically turned on.) See TV (VIERA)’s operating instr[...]

  • Page 20

    RQT9478 20 Functions and settings Using “WHISPER-MODE SURROUND” This function is effective during surround playback only. You can enjoy the dynamic effect even if the sound volume level is low during surround playback. Press [WHISPER-MODE SURROUND]. “ W.S. ON ” is displayed.  To cancel Press again. If cancelled, “ W.S. OFF ” is displ[...]

  • Page 21

    RQT9478 21 Setting distances You can make this setting when connecting the wireless surround speakers with SH-FX70. ( ➜ page 14) This setting is not displayed in other conditions. By setting the distance from front/surround speakers to the listening-viewing position, the sound delay time is automatically calculated and adjusted so that sound reac[...]

  • Page 22

    RQT9478 22 Functions and settings To return to the previous display/To cancel during setting operation: Press [ RETURN]. Play Functions and settings VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” setting When you do not wish to use VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( ➜ page 18), you can set the unlinked operation by selecting “ OFF ”. The normal setting is “ [...]

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    RQT9478 23 Reset (factory settings) The operation settings for the system will be initialized to the settings made at the time of shipment. 1. Press and hold [–SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds. The setting items are displayed. ( ➜ page 21) 2. Press [ w ][ q ] to select “ RESET ” and press [OK]. 3. Press [ e ][ r ] to select “ YES ” and p[...]

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    RQT9478 24 Error messages Troubleshooting and other information Display Check point/Cause/Countermeasure Page CANCEL MUTE FUNCTION (Scrolling) • The test signal is not output while muting is on. Cancel muting for operation. 20 MUTE (Blinking) • This is always displayed while muting is on. 20 NOT POSSIBLE FOR THIS INPUT SOURCE (Scrolling) • Yo[...]

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    RQT9478 25 Troubleshooting and other information Glossary/Speci fi cations Speci fi cations  AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power (each channel driven) 1 kHz, 10 % total harmonic distortion Front (L/R) 90 W per ch (4 Ω ) 100 Hz, 10 % total harmonic distortion Subwoofer 105 W per ch (3 Ω ) Total Power Output 285 W Input sensitivity/Input impeda[...]

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    RQT9478 26 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, consult your dealer for instructions. Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Problem Possible solution Pages No power. • Ensure the AC mains lead is connected[...]

  • Page 27

    RQT9478 27 Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting and other information Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. [...]

  • Page 28

    RQT9478-B H0409RT0 Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany En CAUTION! • DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. [...]