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Panasonic SC-PT660 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic SC-PT660 Operating Instructions Manual

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The illustration shows SC-PT660.
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number "1" or "ALL".
Example:
1
1
ALL
As an ENERGY STAR Partner,
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".
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Operating Instructions

DVD Home Theater Sound System
Model No.
Sound enhancement
26
options
Surround Enhancer, Dolby Pro
Logic II and more.
iPod connectivity
28
Enjoy iPod music through the
speakers, view iPod photos or
videos on the TV.
Wireless-ready
5

surround speakers

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
In Canada: 1-800-561-5505
SC-PT660
SC-PT754
RQTX0094-1P

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    The illustration shows SC-PT660. Region number The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “1” or “ALL”. Example: As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 2: 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 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..2 Simple Setup Getting Started step 1 Assembling the speakers ..4 step 2 Positioning ..... . 5 Speaker installation options .
  • Page 4: Step 1 Assembling The Speakers

    step Assembling the speakers Preparation ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it. ≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver. ≥ For optional wall mount, refer to page 6. [PT754] : Front speakers Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection.
  • Page 5: Step 2 Positioning

    Set your surround sound free! Optional Panasonic wireless accessory (example: SH-FX67) You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly when you use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (example: SH-FX67). For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic wireless accessory.
  • Page 6: Speaker Installation Options

    Notes on speaker use ≥Use only supplied speakers Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be negatively affected. ≥ You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods. ≥...
  • Page 7: Step 3 Cable Connections

    ≥ Set “VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 (HDMI) (➜ 19). VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” If your Panasonic TV is an HDMI control compatible, you can operate your TV synchronizing with home theater operations or vice versa (➜ 24, Using the VIERA Link ≥...
  • Page 8: Speaker Connections

    step Cable connections Audio and video connections (Continued) Other audio connection TV terminal Optical digital audio cable ≥ Do not bend sharply when connecting. OPTICAL OUT Speaker connections Connecting the speakers to the main unit: Connect to terminals of the same color. Speaker Terminal/connector color FRONT (L)
  • Page 9: Step 4 Ac Cord Connection

    Using an FM/AM outdoor antenna (optional) Use outdoor antenna if FM/AM radio reception is poor. ≥ Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use. ≥ Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm. FM outdoor antenna [Using a TV antenna (not included)] ≥...
  • Page 10: Step 6 Performing Quick Setup

    step Performing QUICK SETUP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. Preparation Turn on your TV and select the appropriate video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, HDMI, etc.). ≥To change your TV’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions.
  • Page 11: Step 7 Presetting The Radio Stations

    step Presetting the radio stations - DVD - 2ND SELECT TV/VIDEO iPod FM/AM/ EXT-IN Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons DISC MODE SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY TOP MENU START DIRECT NAVIGATOR - RETURN MENU - SETUP PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE -FL DISPLAY FUNCTIONS -REPEAT...
  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    To change the mode back to “REMOTE 1”, repeat both steps above by replacing [2] with [1]. (➜ 11, 15) Aim the remote control at the Panasonic TV and press the button. [Í TV]: Turn the TV on/off [TV/VIDEO]: Change the TV’s video input mode...
  • Page 13: Utilizing The Start Menu

    5 DISC EXCHANGE POWER SELECTOR 1 Standby/on switch [POWER Í/I] Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. (➜ 14) 2 5 DISC SELECTOR Select a disc directly (➜...
  • Page 14: Basic Play

    Basic play Preparation To display the picture, turn on your TV and change its video input mode. Using the main unit POWER Turn on the unit. Open all the disc trays. ≥ To select a desired tray (➜ below, Selecting the desired tray). ≥...
  • Page 15: Using The Remote Control

    If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ 32 to 34). Using the remote control - DVD - 2ND SELECT TV/VIDEO iPod FM/AM/ EXT-IN Numbered ONE TOUCH PLAY buttons DISC DISC MODE SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SKIP STOP PAUSE PLAY STOP, PAUSE TOP MENU START...
  • Page 16: Other Playback Functions

    Other playback functions −CD MODE DISC MODE SKIP STOP PAUSE STOP TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE FUNCTIONS -REPEAT CANCEL SOUND SUBWOOFER CANCEL -W.S. -CH SELECT Playing CDs sequentially (CD Mode) [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] This feature allows you to play all loaded CDs sequentially. Select an applicable disc before playing (➜...
  • Page 17: Using Navigation Menus

    Using navigation menus TV/VIDEO DISC MODE SKIP SLOW/SEARCH SKIP STOP PAUSE STOP TOP MENU TOP MENU, DIRECT DIRECT NAVIGATOR NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY MENU, LIST PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE FUNCTIONS -REPEAT CANCEL SOUND SUBWOOFER LEVEL -W.S. -CH SELECT Playing data discs [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [DVD-VR] Select “DATA”...
  • Page 18: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus TV/VIDEO Numbered buttons DISC MODE SKIP STOP PAUSE TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY LIST FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS CANCEL SOUND CANCEL -W.S. Items shown differ depending on the type of disc. ∫ Menu 1 (Disc/Play) TRACK SEARCH To start from a specific item ≥...
  • Page 19 [JPEG] To select “ON” or “OFF” for picture’s J P G date display DAT E DATE DISPLAY To rotate a picture (during pause) [JPEG] : 0,------. 90,------.180,------.270 ^--------------------------------------------J ROTATION ∫ Menu 2 (Video) NORMAL CINEMA1: Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes. CINEMA2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes.
  • Page 20: Changing The Player Settings

    Changing the player settings TV/VIDEO DISC MODE SKIP STOP PAUSE TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE FUNCTIONS -REPEAT CANCEL SOUND SUBWOOFER -W.S. -CH SELECT ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥...
  • Page 21 QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “VIDEO” menu ≥ 4:3PAN&SCAN: Regular aspect TV (4:3) TV ASPECT Choose the setting to suit your TV and preference. ≥ 4:3LETTERBOX: Regular aspect TV (4:3) ≥ 4:3ZOOM: Regular aspect TV (4:3) ≥...
  • Page 22 Changing the player settings QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ “DISPLAY” menu LANGUAGE Choose the language for the on-screen messages. ∫ “HDMI” menu VIDEO PRIORITY AUDIO OUT RGB RANGE This works only when “COLOR SPACE”...
  • Page 23: Selecting The Delay Time Of The Speakers

    Selecting the delay time of the speakers (Effective when playing 5.1-channel sound) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position. If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.
  • Page 24: Hdavi Control

    EZ Sync VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable.
  • Page 25: Speaker Control

    Speaker control You can select whether audio is output from this unit’s speakers or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Home theater This unit’s speakers are active. ≥...
  • Page 26: Using Sound Effects

    Using sound effects - DVD - 2ND SELECT TV/VIDEO iPod FM/AM/ EXT-IN ONE TOUCH PLAY DISC MODE SKIP SLOW/SEARCH STOP PAUSE PLAY TOP MENU START DIRECT NAVIGATOR - RETURN MENU - SETUP PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE -FL DISPLAY FUNCTIONS -REPEAT -SLEEP PLII CANCEL...
  • Page 27: Adjusting The Subwoofer Level

    Adjusting the subwoofer level You can adjust the amount of bass. The unit automatically selects the most suitable setting according to the type of playback source. SUB W 1 SUB W 2 SUBWOOFER ^-------------------------------------------} LEVEL -CH SELECT ≥ To check the current setting, press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL]. ≥...
  • Page 28: Operating Other Equipment

    Operating other equipment TV/VIDEO DISC MODE SKIP STOP PAUSE STOP, PAUSE TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR MENU PLAY LIST -PLAY MODE FUNCTIONS -REPEAT FUNCTIONS CANCEL SOUND SUBWOOFER PLII -W.S. You can play an external source through your home theater system. Enjoying TV audio Preparation Confirm the audio connection to the AUX terminal on the main unit (➜...
  • Page 29 Select “IPOD”. iPod The iPod automatically switches to this unit’s display mode. Music menu appears on the TV. e.g. iPod Playlist Ar tists Albums Songs Podcasts Genres Composers Audio Books To operate through display of iPod, press [FUNCTIONS]. Enjoying music Select an item.
  • Page 30: Discs That Can Be Played

    Discs that can be played Commercial discs Disc DVD-Video Video CD Recorded discs (±: Playable, Disc DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW DVD-R DL iR/iRW iR DL CD-R/RW §1 ≥ It may not be possible to play all the above-mentioned discs in some cases due to the type of disc, the condition of the recording, the recording method, or how the files were created (➜...
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    ∫ Tips for making data discs Format Disc Extension [WMA] CD-R/RW “.WMA” “.wma” [MP3] DVD-RAM “.MP3” DVD-R/RW “.mp3” CD-R/RW [JPEG] DVD-RAM “.JPG” DVD-R/RW “.jpg” CD-R/RW “.JPEG” “.jpeg” ≥ There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen. ≥...
  • Page 32: 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 solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 38 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to “Product information” on page 35 if you reside in Canada.
  • Page 33 Disc trays ≥ Press [Í] to release the jammed tray(s) as the unit will switch off. Switch it on again and the tray(s) Disc tray(s) cannot open. “CHGR ERR” is displayed. will initialize to the previous tray(s) condition. If this still does not fix the problem, please consult the dealer.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting guide iPod operation Cannot charge or operate. Cannot display iPod photos/ videos on the TV. HDMI or progressive video There is ghosting when HDMI or progressive output is on. Pictures not in progressive output. Closed captions not displayed. Radio Distorted sound or noise is heard.
  • Page 35: Glossary

    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 1-800-561- 5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.
  • Page 36: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION [PT660] RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode 125 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Front Ch 125 W per channel (3 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch 250 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center Ch 250 W per channel (6 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Subwoofer Ch...
  • Page 37 [PT754] [Surround\speakers\SB-HS760] Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Weight] [PT754] [Center\speaker\SB-HC760] Type 2 way, 2 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) 1. Full range 2.
  • Page 38: Limited Warranty (Only For 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.pstc.panasonic.com or, send your request by E-mail to: npcparts@us.panasonic.com...
  • Page 39: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) PANASONIC 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: Accessories

    The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com C 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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