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1. SSS OY TE COMPONENT 001060 Le OF ViDEO out n ns w bri lbs a Pp Pr wW D ooe S VIDEO OUT recorder A TEE ren N ve EE EConnection to a DVD recorder with built in VCR DVD recorder with built in VCR DVD OUT terminals VIDEO OUT DVD VHS COMMON OUT terminals AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT Refer to page 14 for Using a DVD recorder with built in VCR This unit DIGITAL AUDIO OUT _ _ OPTICAL 2 DVD RECORDER ___ DVD RECORDER VIDEO IN a VCR1 AUDIO IN t VCR1 VIDEO IN Connection to equipment with DVD analog 5 1CH OUT terminals Connect as shown in DVD ANALOG 6CH connection page 5 replacing the DVD player with a DVD recorder Refer to page 14 for Playing DVD Audio VCR Playback only W VIDEO out DL AUDIO OUT mS R 2 c amp S 3 c c fo 8 i RQT7994 Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated Other con nections To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating instructions Cable box or satellite receiver etc When connecting to the video terminals conne
2. D DD Refer to the separate booklet Remote Control Operation Guide for remote control operation details Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts As of March 2005 In the U S A to order accessories refer to Accessory Purchases on page 26 In Canada to order accessories call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase e RQT7994 O 5 o 2 a x Home Theater connections 1 TV and DVD player Connections B RQT7994 Basic connection Preparation Turn off all components before making any connections Connection cable All cables are sold separately Audio cable Video cable Stereo connection cable White L q p Red R o A You can enjoy analog sound Video connection cable Coaxial cable You can enjoy digital sound such as Dolby Digital DTS and PCM e Do not sharply bend the optical fiber cable aj l Optical fiber cable lt o Use to connect to the TV MONITOR terminals for a standard picture ee e Use an analog connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded on this unit and to record analog sources TV or monitor DIGITAL AUDIO OUT A This unit EE Changing th
3. 10 08 EB Cc Factory settings 0 dB SW SW 10 MIN 1 wml 79 MAX Factory setting 10 e Approximately two seconds after adjusting the level a test signal is again output from each speaker in order Repeat steps 4 and 5 to adjust the level of each speaker Stop the test signal TEST E RQT7994 KS Basic operations 7 2 p b o fot e amp 7 ea E RQT7994 Playbac INPUT SELECTOR VOLUME SPEAKERS POWER A B DUALAMP BL AMP eD 00 DOWN uP RECEIVER AV SYSTEM DVD PLAYER ANALOG 6CH VO re UNING SS SKIPS WoL k gt DvD J OOS REJ 65 OFF DTS SFO DOPLIx NEO 6 MUSIC AV MOVIE Various kinds of playback E Playing DVD Audio Playing DVD ANALOG 6CH You can enjoy high quality sound with DVD Audio Refer to page 5 for DVD ANALOG 6CH connection Preparation e Turn SPEAKERS on DVD ANALOG 6CH only works when either SPEAKERS A or BI WIRE is on e Set the selector to DVD above e When you connect to a DVD recorder playback is not possible if DVR is selected for input Select DVD wo Press and hold until DVD 6CH is displayed PLAYER To cancel press and hold until DVD is displayed e Speaker settings pages 12 21 are ineffective Change the settings on the DVD player if necessary ANALOG 6 CH Enjoying high quality 2 channel sound You can enjoy high qual
4. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product Before connecting operating or adjusting this product please read the instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference As an ENERGY STAR Partner Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR For Canada only The word Participant is used in place of the word Partner If you have any questions contact In the U S A 1 800 21 1 PANA 7262 In Canada 905 624 5505 For U S A only The warranty can be found on page 26 For Canada only The warranty can be found on page 27 Panasonic Operating Instructions AV Control Receiver Model No SA XR55 Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 00 00 eee eee 2 How to set up the Home Theater 3 Listening caution ns nxn cesckeek ea cadaa enna nanan eee mK eR 3 Supplied accessories 0 00 cece eee eee eee 3 Home Theater connections 1 TV and DVD player 4 55 4 e Basic connection 2 020 eee 4 e High picture quality connection 5 DVD ANALOG 6CH connection 5 2 Speakers 2 0 0 cece eee 6 e Bi wiring connection 04 8 e Using speaker terminalB 8 3 AC power supply cord 8 Other connections e DVD recorder 9 eV
5. After 5 seconds the display will change from the channel number to the frequency e Hold down the button to change channels faster Reducing excessive noise Select if noise is excessive during radio reception Preparation Enter the MULTI CONTROL page 22 Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL E During FM stereo reception You can improve FM reception by switching reception to monaural 1 Select TUNER and press ENTER 2 Select FM MODE and press ENTER AUTO MONO Select MONO and press ENTER e Select AUTO to cancel Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER E During AM reception When there is a lot of noise interference with an AM broadcast try switching to this mode 1 Select OPTION and press ENTER 2 Select B PROOF BEAT PROOF and press ENTER 3 Select MODE A or MODE B and press ENTER Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER o fa i o 2 e 8 RQT7994 Remote control mode Other products may respond to this unit s remote control If this happens change the remote control mode Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL Change the remote control mode on the main unit and the remote control INPUT SELECTOR m to change gt Press to enter INPUT SELECTOR MULTI CONTROL ENTER O cola W To re
6. To enter two digit channels MULTI SOURCE RE MASTER For selecting a re master mode DIMMER For dimming the unit s display DO PL 1x Select MOVIE DOLBY EX MUSIC or GAME when Dolby Pro Logic Ix mode or Dolby Pro Logic I mode is on DTS NEO 6 For selecting a DTS NEO 6 mode CINEMA or MUSIC SFC MUSIC For selecting a SFC mode LIVE POP ROCK VOCAL JAZZ or DANCE SFC AV MOVIE For selecting a SFC mode DRAMA ACTION SPORTS MUSICAL or GAME OFF To cancel surround effects ia un 7 Fence E aUEE ponenn Limitations on using surround effects page 15 Depending on the speaker settings and input signal audio signal recorded on the disc etc some surround effects cannot be used VCR CD VCR TUNER BAND TV DVD RECORDER DVD PLAYER ANALOG 6CH Input mode and remote control mode buttons A CH V For selecting preset radio channels VOLUME To adjust the volume SUBWOOFER For selecting subwoofer level MUTING To mute the volume TEST To start the speaker test signal LEVEL To adjust speaker level EFFECT To adjust Dolby Pro Logic IIx DTS NEO 6 or SFC effects lt y gt First select EFFECT LEVEL or SFC and then press lt 4 or gt to complete the setting Sp
7. We Accept Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express and Personal Checks For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 Service in Puerto Rico Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Warranty Canada Panasonic Canada Inc 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC TECHNICS 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 or at its option replace the product for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase Technics Audio Product One 1 year parts and labour Panasonic Audio amp DVD Product One 1 year parts and labour Accessories including rechargeable batteries Ninety 90 days LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed subjected to usage for which the product was not designed misused or abused damaged during shipping or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance nor does it cover any product which is used commercial ly Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty This warranty is extended to the original end user purchase
8. FRONT to SMALL SUB WFR is set to YES When you set SUB WFR to NO FRONT is set to LARGE Distance setting By setting the distance between the speaker s position except the subwoofer and the listeners seating position the sound delay time is automatically adjusted so that sound reaches the listener at the same time 2 Select DISTANCE and press ENTER Select the speaker and press FRONT ENTER CENTER SURROUND SUR BACK Set the distance and press 3 A 30 FEET ENTER MIN MAX You can select differences at one foot intervals gt Select another setting gt Finish setting Filter setting If the Front speakers are set to SMALL make this setting Change the cut off if the bass from the front speakers is unsatisfactory so that this bass is output through the subwoofer 2 Select FILTER and press ENTER 80 100 150 200 Hz Select the bass filter frequency and press ENTER e This setting is effective for all speakers set to SMALL in Speaker settings gt Select another setting Finish setting This is displayed when you set BI WIRE in Bi wiring settings Select this when you connect bi wire compatible front speakers You can adjust HF high frequency and LF low frequency output balance from the bi wired speakers You can also adjust the sound delay time to offset th
9. SETUP 1 BASIC SETUP scrolls once and press ENTER Select the settings to change below page 13 MULTI CONTROL CANCEL INPUT SELECTOR Speakers combination settings Set the speaker combination connected to this unit The speaker combination has to be set in order for the sound to be output properly Select SPKR SET SPEAKER SET and press ENTER Select if you have connected a subwoofer or not and press ENTER SUBW NO You have not connected one SUBW YES You have connected one SETUP 1 Select the speaker combination connected to this unit and press ENTER LCR S SB All speakers connected L_R S SB No center speaker LCR S __ No surround back speakers L_R S __ No center and surround back speakers LCR _ __ No surround and surround back speakers L_R _ __ Only front speakers gt Select another setting gt Finish setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER Select this when you connect bi wire compatible front speakers page 8 Select FRNT L R FRONT L R and press ENTER Select BI WIRE and press ENTER NORMAL Normal speakers BI WIRE Bi wire compatible speakers gt Select another setting gt Finish setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER Surround back speaker settings This is displayed when you connected surround
10. How to set up the Home TV DVD player etc 7 1 6 1 channel surround Ilaga k Speakers e 2 Front speakers e 1 Center speaker e 2 Surround speakers e 2 Surround back speakers 1 Surround back speaker e 1 Subwoofer 5 1 channel TV DVD player etc urround tea Gl Speakers e 2 Front speakers e 1 Center speaker e 2 Surround speakers e 1 Subwoofer Theater Settings These settings are necessary to output the audio correctly Speakers combination settings Surround back speaker settings Speakers combination settings You can create your desired environment by connecting other peripheral equipment Listen to your television or CDs in surround sound Turn on DOPL Ix e SFC MUSIC AV MOVIE page 17 Operations e Output 5 1 channel sound in 7 1 6 1 channel e Output a stereo source in 7 1 6 1 channel Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 SFC e Stereo playback e Output a stereo source in 5 1 channel Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 SFC e Stereo playback e Select Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 or SFC to listen to stereo sound from your television or CDs in surround Sound is output from all the speakers e Depending on the speaker settings and input signal audio signal from the disc being played this may not be possible Supplied accessories BA Please check and identify the supplied accessories VT Selecting fine audio eq
11. LINE OUT AUDIO PLAY OUT R IN N Game player etc These terminals are convenient for equipment you want to connect only temporarily Select VCR 2 for input 2 VIDEO OUT DL DR TE Game player etc AUDIO OUT l RQT7994 Antennas Adhesive tape FM indoor antenna included Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best AM loop antenna included Keep the antenna cord away from tape decks DVD players and other cords Red opricfiifopticat2 DIGITAL IN LOOP ANT GND FM outdoor antenna not included e Disconnect the FM indoor antenna e The antenna should be installed by a competent COAXIAL1 COAXIAL2 TV MONITOR DVD SnnnSNNNNNNNNENNNNNENNNNNNNNNNNDUNNNNENNNNNNNNENNENNNNNENNNNNNNNENNENNNNNENNENNNNNNNNENNNNNNNNENNNNNNNNENENM technician e Twist the coaxial cable s shield braid firmly and connect it to the GND terminal 20 mm 25 32 FM outdoor Shield braid Core wire 5 10 mm 3 8 a m m m m m m m m m 7 m m m m m 7 m m m m m 7 The remote control antenna 75Q coaxial cable CRUE R6 LR6 AA e Insert so the poles and match those in the
12. Neo 6 and DTS 96 24 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc User memo DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference MODEL NUMBER SA XR55 SERIAL NUMBER a fe D i O oc 3 RQT7994 Reference z RQT7994 Warranty U S A Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Audio Products Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Coverage If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc collectively referred to as the warrantor will for the length of the period indicated on the chart below which starts with the date of original purchase warranty period at its option either a repair your product with new or refurbished parts or b replace it with a new or a refurbished product The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor Labor One 1 year Product or Part Name Parts Aud
13. Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat e Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN gt CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and mai
14. center surround or subwoofer When P you play an analog or PCM source in stereo sound is output from the subwoofer speakers However when you play a Dolby Digital or DTS 2 channel source in stereo only the LFE low frequency effects channel signal from the source is output from the subwoofer Sound is not heard from the e Ensure the speaker settings for your speakers are correct 12 21 surround back speaker e Turn Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 or SFC on 15 Cannot use Dolby Pro Logic Ix e Turn DVD ANALOG 6CH off 14 e You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 or SFC when input is PCM with sampling DTS NEO 6 or SFC frequencies of 192 or 176 4 COAXIAL1 There is no DTS audio output Seas BTS Dita Aida O ere DVD 4 There is audio output but the A igital Audio Output setting on the player or recorder to DTS decoder indicator is not lit i Sound is distorted when using e Depending on the input source sound may be distorted if you increase the SFC speaker 18 the Sound Field Control SFC level or effect If this happens decrease the SFC speaker level or effect E Radio Pages e Connect the appropriate antenna You may need an outdoor antenna or one with more 11 elements The radio cannotbe tuned p e Adjust es of the FM or AM antenna 11 or there is a lot of noise and Z e Reduce the treble 19 interference e Turn off nearby televisions video decks DVD players and satellite receivers e Separate the antenna from other cabl
15. w TUNE A Operations Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR aa to change gt Press to enter Tuning intervals FM 0 2 MHz AM 10 kHz e Automatic tuning Hold down TUNE V or A until the frequency begins to scroll Tuning stops when a station is found Tuning may stop if there is interference Tune to the station cono E To return to the previous setting To cancel Press CANCEL Page 24 Multi control menus and factory settings MULTI CONTROL UHA lt gt TONE lt gt BALANCE lt gt eel EXIT lt gt SETUP 2 lt gt SETUP 1 gt 0 0 gt SLEEP For your reference Improving reception DVD players can interfere with radio reception Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the AM loop antenna if this occurs R RQT7994 Preset tuning Presetting stations E Auto presetting Set the channel reception to FM 87 9 MHz or AM 530 kHz Preset channels that are automatically assigned by this unit are FM 1 to 30 AM 21 to 30 Preset the FM stations first If the AM stations are preset before the EM stations they will be erased when the FM stations are preset wa Enter the MULTI CONTROL page 22 Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL CANCEL EJ Select TUNER and press ENTER Select AUTO MEM AUTO MEMORY and press ENTER Select START and press ENTER e Select CANCEL to
16. 5 1 channel sources in 6 1 channel select CINEMA Use this mode when playing movies NEO 6 MUSIC Use this mode when playing music E To cancel OFF E You can make further adjustments to the effect of MUSIC mode page 18 When the digital input CS indicator lights with Dolby Digital 2 channel and DTS 2 channel sources you can only use CINEMA mode When it does not light you can only use MUSIC mode page 16 Display indicators Other playback functions E DUAL AMP function Enjoy a higher quality sound during stereo 2 channel playback by playing the sound through the amplifiers used for multi ADI channel sound sources o DUAL AMP does not work in the following cases e When all the speakers are turned off During multi channel playback e When you are using Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 or SFC above When the DUAL AMP function does not work the DUAL AMP lamp goes out E Enjoying BI AMP sound When the front speakers are BI WIRE compatible The BI AMP function uses separate amplifiers for the high frequency and low frequency sounds to the BI WIRE speakers BEANE during playback This produces a higher quality sound 505 This function works when using a BI WIRE connection and input is analog excluding DVD 6CH or a 2 channel PCM signal Refer to page 8 for connecting BI WIRE speakers e Select BI WIRE for Bi wiring settings page 12 For your r
17. frequently when using 2 channel analog input or DVD ANALOG 6CH input 2 Select OPTION and press ENTER o Select A D ATT A D ATTENUATOR and press 5 ENTER i Select ON and press ENTER OFF 2 e To cancel select OFF ON gt Select another setting Finish setting The RESET function The operation settings for the unit will be initialized to the settings made at the time of shipment However any preset radio stations will not be erased 2 Select OPTION and press ENTER Ej Select RESET and press ENTER Select YES and press ENTER NO e To cancel select NO YES e When you select YES the input source becomes TUNER Preset Channel 1 g RQT7994 Sound quality Sound field Convenient functions SUB MENU PLAYLIST RETURN TVVOL o RECORDER SUBWOOFER uu MULTE TI SOURCE RE MASTER DIMMER SFC DOPLIx NEO 6 MUSIC _AV MOVIE Adjusting the subwoofer level Select e You can make fine settings by pressing TEST then adjusting You can adjust the volume of the subwoofer while SUBWOOFER the output level page 13 listening to a source C5 e You cannot adjust the subwoofer level if DVD ANALOG 6CH Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while off gt MIN gt 5 Is Seles the subwoofer level is high Reduce the subwoofer e Select SW to stop output level if t
18. other type of equipment with this unit If the unit is left unplugged for longer than two weeks all settings will revert to the factory settings Perform the settings again if this occurs AC power supply cord included Other connections DVD recorder DIGITAL AUDIO OUT You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if necessary Note the equipment you Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating instructions AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO VIDEO IN OUT VIDEO have connected to the terminals then change the settings page 13 Pee CCC ees eB BUBB ee e cage ame E r ovo RECORDER eevonraad B SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT DVD DVD 6CH DIO DVD RECORDER VORI 1V STE High picture quality connection Use this connection instead of the VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT connections above A COMPONENT VIDEO connection provides a purer picture than a S VIDEO connection Select a S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO connection to match the peripheral equipment Video input can only be output again through the same type of terminal
19. remote control e Do not use rechargeable type batteries Aim at the sensor avoiding obstacles at a maximum range of 7m 23 feet directly in front of the unit Remote control signal sensor 7 meters 23 feet Transmission window e Operation can be affected by strong light sources such as direct sunlight and the glass doors on cabinets o c O O o lt fo S E RQT7994 E RQT7994 Receiver settings Basic Change the settings to tailor your equipment to the environment in which you are using it e Before making any changes read the following descriptions of the settings and refer to the instructions for the speakers and equipment Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR ia to change Press to enter MULTI CE W To return to the previous setting To cancel Press CANCEL INPUT SELECTOR MULTI ENTER CANCEL RECEIVER AV SYSTEM cD DVD RDE VOLUME MULT C5 om ci i 1 DOPLIx NEO 6 MUSIC_AV MOVIE e Any changes to settings remain as set even if the power is turned off For more detailed information on settings refer to Receiver settings Advanced on page 21 Page 24 Multi control menus and factory settings Use the MULTI CONTROL menus to change the settings left Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL Enter the MULTI CONTROL 4 Select
20. s operating instructions for details on how to prepare it for recording INPUT SELECTOR Select the source to be recorded INPUT SELECTOR Q 7 c 2 i o fox e g Begin recording Follow your recording unit s operating instructions Start the source to be recorded Follow your equipment s operating instructions e You cannot record a source connected through a digital terminal e When recording from a TV STB DVR CD or DVD ensure the source is connected through the corresponding analog terminals and ANALOG input is selected pages 4 5 9 10 and 13 e With a tape deck you can record any analog source except TAPE e With a DVD recorder you can record any analog source except DVR e When you select DVD ANALOG 6CH mode only sound from the front left and right channels is recorded Receiver settings Advanced INPUT SELECTOR MULTI CONTROL ENTER CANCEL Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR m to change gt Press to enter E To return to the previous setting To cancel Press E To select another settings Press several times to return to step 2 in the operations across and select another setting E To finish settings Press several times to select EXIT and press ENTER e Any changes to settings remain as set even if the power is turned off Page 24 Multi control menus and factory settings Use the
21. when using surround effects the surround effects are canceled Refer to page 17 for information about limitations on using surround effects Using Dolby Pro Logic Ix Using the Sound Field Control SFC Enjoy stereo 2 channel sources through multiple channels If you have not connected surround back speakers play is in Dolby Pro Logic I page 12 Speakers combination settings You can also enjoy Dolby Digital 5 1 channel and DTS 5 1 channel sources in 7 1 6 1 channel Select DOPLIx MOVIE Use this mode when playing movies MUSIC Use this mode when playing music GAME Enjoy games with greater audio impact e You can only use GAME mode when the input signal is 2 channel stereo When 7 SPKR is selected in Surround back speaker settings page 12 and there is a Dolby Digital 5 1 channel DTS 5 1 channel or Dolby Digital Surround EX sources Select DOLBY EX Use this mode when playing movies DOPL Ix MUSIC Use this mode when playing music E To cancel OFF E You can make further adjustments to the effect of MUSIC mode page 18 Using DTS NEO 6 Use DTS NEO 6 to play 2 channel sources through multi channels If all speakers are set to LARGE in Speaker settings page 21 there is no output from the subwoofer You can also enjoy Dolby Digital 5 1 channel and DTS
22. 5 624 8447 Tel 514 633 8684 Fax 604 278 5627 Fax 403 274 5493 Fax 905 238 2418 Fax 514 633 8020 IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE Carefully pack and send prepaid adequately insured and preferably in the original carton Include details of the defect claimed and proof of date of original purchase fa D i 2 O x Maintenance To clean this unit wipe with a soft dry cloth e Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit e Before using chemically treated cloth carefully read the instructions that came with it N RQT7994 N Troubleshooting guide 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 refer to the Customer Services Directory on page 26 if you reside in the U S A or refer to the Product information on page 25 if you reside in Canada E Common problems Pages No power e Ensure the AC power supply cord is connected 8 e Turn the volume up 14 e Check connections to speakers and other equipment 4to11 e Turn on the speakers 14 e Select the correct source 14 He gound m e Change D INPUT setting to suit the type of connection you have made 13 Sound is distorted e Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this unit 15 e Turn the muting off 20 e Turn PCM FIX off 13
23. CR 9 e Cable box or satellite receiver etc 10 e CDplayer 10 Tapedeck 10 e Game player etc 10 Antennas 11 The remote control 11 Receiver settings Basic 12 Settings Test 4 13 Settings Basic operations Playback 420520000 san cece r eae s 14 Basic Using Surround effects 15 Operations Control guid cscs sc cee cee keww ee ioiii eee ea eee 16 Sound quality Sound field Convenient functions 18 Making a recording 000 e cece cece eee eee 20 Receiver settings Advanced 0 00ccee cence eee 21 THE AIG ccc ccccine ee ene e rene SSN AWW Ane ia ksa 22 Remote control mode 000 cece cece eee eee 24 Multi control menus and factory settings 24 SPOCHICAONS bien ncnnanad Reka Renn aad RRR ER RE RRR RM 25 Product Service saiccecacassceenae ned cen ene ewe ee enee aa 25 Warranty S A 6s cescnccc rene etid cece keene aa ad aew ae 26 Warranty Canada 0 cece eee 27 Maintenance a ccncnna cease kde kere adm RRR wale eRe 27 Troubleshooting guide 000s eee eee Back cover RQT7994 2P Before use le RQT7994 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference 1
24. MULTI CONTROL menus to change the settings MULTI CONTROL TUNER TONE gt BALANCE gt DIMMER J EXIT gt Q SETUP 1 gt OPTION gt SLEEP MULTI CONTROL CANCEL wu Enter the MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 4 weursetecton Select SETUP 2 ADVANCE SETUP scrolls once and press ENTER Select the settings to change below right Speaker settings Set the size so that the speakers can adequately reproduce the bass range 2 Select SPEAKERS and press ENTER Select the speaker and press ENTER SUB WFR FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUR BACK Change the setting and press ENTER SUB WFR NO YES FRONT SMALL LARGE CENTER SURROUND NONE SMALL LARGE SUR BACK NONE 1 SPKR 2 SPKRS NONE For speakers you haven t connected center surround or surround back SMALL For speakers that cannot adequately reproduce the bass range This setting is sufficient for most speakers if you are using a subwoofer LARGE For speakers that can reproduce a full sound range particularly the bass range below 80 Hz 1 SPKR f you connect one surround back speaker 2 SPKRS f you connect two surround back speakers For the subwoofer SUB WFR select YES if you have connected one or NO if you have not Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each speaker channel gt Select another setting Finish setting The following are set automatically When you set
25. ONENT VIDEO connection to match the peripheral equipment Video input can only be output again through the same type of terminal Preparation Turn off all components before making any connections Connection cable All cables are sold separately Audio cable Video cable Stereo connection cable White L q Red R D gt You can enjoy analog sound Coaxial cable oI Optical fiber cable l TV or monitor A Pere You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if Necessary Note the equipment you have connected to the a terminals then change the settings page 13 i DIGITAL AUDIO OUT A Q You can enjoy digital sound such as Dolby Digital DTS and PCM e Do not sharply bend the optical fiber cable COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y Ps Video connection cable a _ are Use to connect to the TV MONITOR terminals for a standard picture Can also be used to make a COMPONENT VIDEO connection for a higher quality picture than an S VIDEO connection S VIDEO connection cable gt oF IN S VIDEO You can enjoy a hi
26. back speakers in Speakers combination settings above Select this to set the number of surround back speakers Select SB SPKR SURROUND BACK SPEAKER and press ENTER Select the number of speakers and press ENTER 1 SPKR If you connect one surround back speaker 2 SPKRS If you connect two surround back speakers gt Select another setting gt Finish setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER MULTI CONTROL TUNER gt TONE lt gt BALANCE lt gt EXIT lt gt SETUP 2 lt gt QALU OPTION lt SLEEP Changing the digital input terminals Change these settings to suit the connections you have made to the optical OPT and coaxial COAX digital input terminals pages 4 5 9 and 10 You can only allocate one piece of equipment per terminal Select D INPUT DIGITAL INPUT and press ENTER Select the input position and press TV STB ENTER DVR DVD cD Change the setting and press OPT 1 ENTER OPT 2 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set other input COAX 1 T COAX 2 positions gt Select another setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL several times to return to step 2 in the operations across and select another setting Finish setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL several times to select EXIT and press ENTER Input signal settings This unit automatically detects whether i
27. cancel START CANCEL e During automatic presetting the memory indicator J flashes and the frequency scrolls The memory indicator and channel numbers are displayed for a second when a station is preset e The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes e Frequencies may not preset correctly when broadcast waves are too strong or too weak In such cases carry out presetting manually Listening to preset stations E On the remote control e Select the channel CH e Press the numbered buttons to select the channel 000 30e amp ENTE To select a two digit number e g 21 2 10 ENTER gt 2 gt 1 E Manual presetting 1 Tune to the station you want to preset page 22 wa Enter the MULTI CONTROL page 22 Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL CANCEL EJ Select TUNER and press ENTER 4 Select MEMORY and press ENTER Select a channel number and press ENTER STORED is displayed e To continue presetting press TUNE V or A to tune another station from step 1 Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER e Even if the AC power supply cord is disconnected from the household AC outlet the stations remain in the memory for approximately two weeks e FM stations can also be preset in the MONO mode below E On the main unit Press PRESET Select the channel TUNE A
28. ct to the VIDEO S VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO terminals to match the TV s connection pages 4 5 Video input can only be output again through the same type of terminal terminals if necessary Note the equipment you have connected to the terminals then change the at gt y POs lt Sp Pa COMPONENT You can change the input settings for the digital J VIDEO OUT g Pr settings page 13 Sanie Dox or satellite pa 5 receiver s S VIDEO OUT ae pac Ds viveo out L o c 3 OF DIGITAL 8 H AUDIO OUT CD player POLO ee You can change the input settings for the digital z terminals if necessary Note the equipment you have connected to the terminals then change the settings page 13 moon D m Pe S P ea ey CD player DIGITAL AUDIO OUT DL m R TVISTB 0V0 RECORDER DvD IN OPTICAL OPTICAL2 COAXIAL COAXIAL V MONTOR DVD DVD RECORDER DIGITAL IN VIDEO veri Twste rvmonton pvp ovoneconoeal Tv SVIDEO
29. display Check that sound is output from the connected Settings Test speakers e Adjust so output level from each speaker is balanced with the output level from the front speakers L Front left RS Surround right SBL C Center R Front right LS Surround left Surround back left SBR Surround back right SB Surround back If you connect one surround back speaker SW Subwoofer Turn SPEAKERS A on ere SPEAKERS When using a BI WIRE connection SPEAKERS 1A B BI WIRE e If you select SPEAKERS B only the test signal will not be output Check the test signal output A test signal is output from one speaker at a time for two seconds in the following order L gt C R RS S amp l SBL SBR SW e LS lt SB e Speakers set as _ not connected in Speakers combination settings page 12 are skipped If there is no output from a connected speaker Stop the test signal step 6 and check the connections pages 6 to 8 and settings page 12 left again Adjust the main volume VOLUME T VOL 50dB off 79 10 dB MIN MAX Select the speaker channel C RS LEVEL SBR l SB sw e Ls e Adjust the level e Adjust center surround and surround back output to the same apparent level as the front speakers C RS SBR SBL SB LS _ C 40B i
30. e Recording of some DVD Audio may not be possible due to copyright protection e Determine and correct the cause then turn the unit on Sound stops OVERLOAD Causes include 7 appears on the display for Shorting bare wires touching of positive and negative speaker wires 7 Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit 7 8 25 about a second and the unit Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power turns off Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation Consult your dealer if the problem occurs again after switching the unit on EI e ci aa aispiay e Turn the unit off disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer F70 appears on the display Turn the unit off disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer U12 appears on the display Match the Remote control mode on the main unit and the remote control 24 Display is dim Cancel DIMMER 19 20 Clicking sound heard during Depending on the input signal when playing DVD etc the DUAL AMP function changes 15 automatically A clicking sound is heard when it changes This does not mean a problem play with the unit E Surround effects Pages e Ensure the speaker settings for your speakers are correct 12 21 Sound is not heard from the e The source may be stereo Turn Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 or SFC on 15 e If the FRONT speakers are set to LARGE 21
31. e difference in HF and LF output directions 2 Select BI AMP and press ENTER Correcting the HF and LF difference Select HF PHASE and press ENTER Set the difference and press ENTER e Difference HFEA Side view of a LF i speaker in cross section 0 00 FEET Adjusting the balance 3 Dagia BALANCE 3 press ENTER Adjust the balance and pgss a e The bar shows the standard balance H gt Select another setting H gt Finish setting 0 00 MIN 10 90 FEET MAX You can select differences at 0 03 feet intervals o fa paa o 2 e 2 RQT7994 The radio INPUT SELECTOR Manual Tuning BMD PRESET TINE CONRO evren E On the remote control Direct tuning A o Select TUNER CANCEL TUNER BAND Select FM or AM TUNER BAND Press and hold for 2 seconds Press DISC DIRECT TUNING DIRECLIUNING Enter the station frequency RECEIVER AV SYSTEM 00O 000 00O e g 107 9 MHz Press 1 0 gt 7 gt 9 Tuning intervals FM 0 1 MHz AM 10 kHz e If you do not press a button while the cursor is flashing the display returns to the frequency being received e If the frequency has not been input correctly ERROR will be displayed E On the main unit Select TUNER INPUT SELECTOR Select FM or AM eSa DOPLIx NEO 6 MUSIC_AV MOVIE BAND
32. e digital input settings 4 You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if necessary Note the equipment you have connected to the terminals then change the settings mpage 13 Preereeeieeie ftir CeB PUPP pane N Signal flow EXT gee eee VIDEO IN Q AUDIO OUT ROQ Q DVD player meme L E DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT OUT CAUTION CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat BOOKCASE BUILT IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER radiation vents in any way In particular do not place tape CONFINED SPACE ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL decks or CD DVD players on this unit as heat radiated from it VENTILATED TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS can damage your software Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating instructions High picture quality connection Use this connection instead of the VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT connections on page 4 ACOMPONENT VIDEO connection provides a purer picture than a S VIDEO connection Select a S VIDEO or COMP
33. eaker settings Input signal Surround effects that cannot be used Only front L R lan 3 e Dolby Pro Logic Ix e DTS NEO 6 e SFC Front L R Center Multi channel gt ae Pra EOGI mele NERS Front L R Center 2 channel gt GAME mode Dolby Pro Logic Ix No surround back Multi channel Dolby Pro Logic Ix e DTS NEO 6 Input signal are display indicators page 16 Surround effects that cannot be used e 1 channel e 3 channel T K e Surround sound is monaural S PCM with a sampling frequency Dolby Fro Logie Ix DTS NEO 6 A e SFC Excluding 2 channel sources exceeding 96 kHz DTS ES e DTS 96 24 ES Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 o fa pa o 2 e W ROT7994 N Sound quality Sound field Convenient functions INPUT SELECTOR MULTI CONTROL ENTER CANCEL za oes SABE C009 RECEIVER AV SYSTEM i i i D a lt Pa 2 3 S 3 3 id 3 I gt zZ ANALOG 6CH 0 LEVEL EFFECT DTS 3 SFC OOPLOx NEO 6 MUSIC AV MOVIE Operations Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL INPUT SELECTOR aia to change Press to enter E To return to the previous setting To cancel Press Sin E To select another settings ata Press several times to return to step 2 in the cance operations across and select another setting E To finish settings Press several times to select EX T and pre
34. eference When playing video sources connected to DVD RECORDER The picture remains on the screen even if you select TUNER CD or TAPE Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC modes with Dolby Digital DTS PCM or analog stereo sources Choose from the following modes Select LIVE Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall SFC POP ROCK Best suited for dynamic sound such as MUSC pop and rock music MUSIC VOCAL Best suited to enhance vocals JAZZ Recreates natural sound ambience and direction DANCE Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect Select DRAMA Best suited for dialogues in drama movies SFC ACTION Best suited for action movies with AV MOVIE impact AV MOVIE SPORTS Enjoy a feeling like being at a live sporting event MUSICAL Enjoy a feeling like being at a live musical performance GAME Enjoy games with greater audio impact E After pressing MUSIC or AV MOVIE the mode changes even if you press 55 OFF E To cancel E You can make further adjustments to these effects page 18 For your reference Depending on the combination of input source and SFC mode sound may be distorted In this case decrease the SFC speaker level or effect page 18 Try another SFC mode above Digital signals that can be played on this unit E Dolby Digital i
35. es cords and appliances mere Saloyormoisennen e Try changing the BEAT PROOF mode 23 listening to AM E Remote control Pages pee ete cents coca t e Replace the batteries if they are worn 11 work Cine rBrodne eles noua tose e Change this unit s remote control mode to REM2 24 remote control Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 http www panasonic com 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Printed in Malaysia Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc Panasonic Canada Inc Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 5770 Ambler Drive San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Mississauga Ontario Puerto Rico 00985 L4W 2T3 www panasonic ca RQT7994 2P HO405WM2055
36. ft SBR right Sw X SBL Place behind the seating area about one meter 3 feet higher than ear level SBL SBR Two surround back speakers SB One surround back speaker D Subwoofer The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a reasonable distance from the TV 77 5 5 L o F o of te e The front center surround and surround back speakers should be placed at approximately the aD 3 0 130 w same distance from the seating position fo H KAPA ii e The angles in the diagram are approximate S A GD e Set the distance of the speakers from the seating position if you cannot place them at the same 454 7 i S 4s i distances page 21 Es AB LAE ats a e Speaker settings and placement should suit the number of speakers page 12 mPlacement of speakers The number of speakers Speakers Placement z oe 7 2 Front speakers Left Right 1 Center speaker s 2 Surround speakers Left Right 2 Surround back speakers Left Right Sr Pa So aaa 2 Front speakers Left Right 1 Center speaker N 2 Surround speakers Left Right 1 Surround back speaker S 6 2 Front speakers Left Right 2 Surround speakers Left Right cc 2 Surround back speakers Left Right Rss 2 Front speakers Left Right 2 Surround speakers Left Right ae 1 Surround back speaker E Ra 5 2 Front speakers Left Right 1 Center speaker i S 2 Surround speakers Left Right s bu sce 4 2 Front speakers Left Right 2 Surro
37. gher quality picture than with a video connection cable AUDIO OUT 7 c fa S o c c fo 8 This unit N Signal flow DVD player J Crs L Y Ps AUDIO OUT Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT S VIDEO OUT GomrunenrviuED D VIDEO OUT You can play high fidelity sound such as DVD Audio You need to make additional connections for this Refer to page Playing DVD Audio 14 for FRONT R DVD player He DL SURROUND pone E m1 CENTER g SUBWOOFER A Home Theater connections 2 Speakers CB O Front speakers L left R right Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is good coherency between the picture and sound O C Center speaker Gc Place underneath or above the center of the TV Aim the speaker at the seating area S GB Surround speakers LS left RS right Gap Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area about one meter 3 feet higher than ear 3 o level p gt ED EaD GE Surround back speakers SBL le
38. his occurs MAX 15 10 Factory setting SW 10 Muting e MUTING IS ON scrolls on the display while the volume is To mute the volume C45 muted e Muting is canceled when the power is turned off E To cancel Press again Multi source re master Select EFFECT 1 For fast tracks pop and rock mh iskonginal feature boosts the frequencies of the hace EFFECT 2 For tracks with a variety of tempos jazz higher harmonics that are lost during recording due 7 EFFECT 3 For slow tracks classical to compression s EFFECT 4 For compressed audio signals You can enjoy a full more natural sound with this OFF The re master processing is off factory setting e Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 and SFC are canceled when using multi source re master e If you make any settings in Speakers combination settings Surround back speaker settings or Speaker settings pages 12 21 when using multi source re master multi source re master is canceled Multi source re master cannot be used in the following cases When input signal is DTS 96 24 PCM with sampling frequencies of 192 176 4 96 or 88 2 kHz Dimmer E To cancel Press again DIMMER Refer to page 19 for adjusting the brightness of the display Dim the display for better viewing in a darkened room Making a recording You can record to a tape deck connected to TAPE REC OUT or a DVD recorder connected to DVD RECORDER OUT See the recording unit
39. ing MHz FM SOUND MODE DOO DIGITAL Dolby Digital decoder is being used DOPLIx Dolby Pro Logic Ix Dg DIGITAL EX Dolby Digital Surround EX decoder Dolby Pro Logic Ix decoder is being used when decoder is being used the input signal is Dolby Digital 5 1 channel or Dolby Digital Surround EX DOPLI Dolby Pro Logic II pg Ex Dolby Digital Surround EX decoder Dolby Pro Logic Ix decoder is being used when the input signal is DTS decoder is being used DTS ES DTS ES discrete or matrix decoder is being used NEO 6 DTS NEO 6 matrix DTS DTS decoder is being used decoder is being used DTS 96 24 DTS 96 24 decoder is being used SFC SFC matrix function is STEREO 2 channel stereo decoder is being used being used DO DIGITAL EX and DO EX are displayed only when 1 SPKR is selected in Surround back speaker settings page 12 DO PLT is displayed when using Dolby Pro Logic Ix with stereo 2 channel sources and SB is set to _ in Speakers combination settings page 12 a RQT7994 Remote control Buttons not explained on this page are used only to operate other equipment Refer to the separate booklet Remote Control Operation Guide for remote control operation details RECEIVER Standby on button 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 To enter radio frequencies and channels DISC DIRECT TUNING To enable selection of radio stations by frequency 2 10 ENTER
40. io Products except items listed below One 1 year USB Reader Writer Personal Computer Card Adapters in exchange for defective item Accessories Headphones Cartridges Microphones Adapters Rechargeable Batteries DVD R RAM Discs in exchange for defective item SD Memory Cards Rechargeable Battery Packs in exchange for defective item One 1 year Not Applicable Ninety 90 days Ninety 90 days Ten 10 days Not Applicable Ninety 90 days Not Applicable During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts warranty period there will be no charge for parts You must carry in or mail in your product during the warranty period If non rechargeable batteries are included they are not warranted This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold as is A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service Carry In or Mail In Service For Carry In or Mail In Service in the United States call 1 800 211 PANA 1 800 211 7262 or visit Panasonic web site http www panasonic com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Puerto Rico Inc 787 750 4300 or fax 787 768 2910 Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects i
41. ion You can enjoy high quality sound by connecting to speakers designed for bi wiring BI WIRE compatible speakers have separate terminals for the high frequency and low frequency signals e When using a bi wiring connection select BI WIRE for Bi wiring settings page 12 Refer to page 15 for Enjoying BI AMP sound HF High frequency LF Low frequency Front speaker R Front speaker L FRONT A Speaker impedance BI WIRE 6 80 Using speaker terminal B For connection to a second pair of speakers Use the A terminals to enjoy multi channel sound If you select SPEAKERS B only playback is 2 channel When a multi channel source is played the sounds intended for all the speakers are played through the front left and front right speakers 2CH MIX Refer to page 14 for Using SPEAKERS B FRONT A FRONT B CENTER SURROUND SURROUND 00 Oe Front speaker L Speaker impedance Front A and B 6 8Q Front B 6 8 Q Home Theater connections 3 AC power supply cord CENTER SURROUND SURROUND BACK Household AC outlet AC 120 V 60 Hz Connect this cord after all other cables and cords are connected e The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only Do not use it with other equipment Do not use an AC power supply cord from any
42. ity stereo sound with 192 kHz 2 channel DVD Audio 1 Cancel the DVD 6CH setting above 2 Set the input signal to ANALOG in Input signal settings page 13 POWER 0 o NIZ TAAS Turn SPEAKERS A on SPEAKERS A When using a BI WIRE connection SPEAKERS OBER e If you use a BI WIRE connection for the front speakers select BI WIRE in Bi wiring settings page 12 SPEAKERS TUNER CD TV STB DVD t t TAPE VCR2 VCR1 DVR DVD RECORDER scrolls once on the Select input INPUT SELECTOR e If DVR is selected display e If you watch a DVD etc change to video input on the television E Using a DVD recorder with built in VCR To play a DVD Select DVR To play a video cassette Select VCR 1 Start play of the source e The unit sets the sound mode stereo or multi channel to suit the input signal e Select the desired surround effects page 15 Adjust the volume VOLUME VOL 500B off 79 MIN lt 1 0 dB MAX DOWN uP e When you finish listening Be sure to reduce the volume and press 0 1 POWER to turn the unit to standby E Using SPEAKERS B Refer to page 8 for connecting SPEAKERS B SPEAKERS Sound is output from the speaker connected to B the FRONT B terminals on this unit To turn off the sound from the spea
43. just the effect of MUSIC with the center image control C IMG Center Image Control This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening to music Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front image or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image You can choose a level between 0 the center speaker is dominant and 5 center sound is spread out Select Adjust EFFECT gt 5 C IMG 2 Factory setting 2 Using the Sound Field Control SFC You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and effect These adjustments can be made for each SFC mode To adjust the speaker level SFC MUSIC AV MOVIE Select Adjust C RS SBR SBL SB LS LEVEL 10 10 dB Co gt sw Factory settings 0 dB off MIN 1 19 MAX Factory setting 10 e Speakers set as _ not connected in Speakers combination settings are skipped page 12 To adjust SFC effect Select Adjust EEEECT EFFECT 1 EFFECT 10 CO gt Factory setting 5 Use the MULTI CONTROL menus to change the settings page 18 Basic operations with the MULTI CONTROL MULTI CONTROL TUNER lt gt oa e ELIE ea lt lt EE lt EXIT SETUP 2 lt gt SETUP 1 e o gt a itt Enter the MULTI CONTROL owe Select
44. ker connected to the A terminals press SPEAKERS A and cancel EY If you select SPEAKERS B only e Playback is in stereo 2 channel e When a multi channel source is played with digital connections 2CH MIX is displayed and the sounds intended for all the speakers are played through the front speakers When DVD ANALOG 6CH is selected the sound from the front 2 channels is output If you select SPEAKERS B only the following are set automatically irrespective of settings selected in speaker settings pages 12 21 e Speaker size LARGE e Subwoofer NO Bass is output from the front speakers E Using headphones SPEAKERS Press to turn all the speakers off Reduce the volume and connect the When using a BI WIRE connection headphones The sound from the SPEAKERS B SPEAKERS SPEAKERS headphones automatically becomes 2CH MIX When DVD ANALOG 6CH is selected the sound from the front 2 channels is output Using Surround effects Adding surround effects e This unit does not automatically recognize the Dolby Digital Surround EX signal The surround back channel is added by using Dolby Pro Logic Ix e Dolby Pro Logic Ix DTS NEO 6 and SFC modes remain in effect until you change them e You cannot select Dolby Pro Logic IIx DTS NEO 6 and SFC at the same time e If you make any settings in Speakers combination settings Surround back speaker settings or Speaker settings pages 12 21
45. le protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user s authority to operate this device This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable
46. mode when INPUT SELECTOR When the unit is connected to the AC mains listening through headphones for For selecting input supply this indicator lights up in standby mode example Selects each setting in Multi control and goes out when the unit is turned on INPUT SELECTOR MULTI CONTROL ENTER ESE O o eet Remote DUAL AMP BAND PHONES control signal Lights when the For switching between FM and AM Headphone jack sensor DUAL AMP function PRESET Plug type 6 3 mm 1 4 stereo RIAD ois 1 is activated Press to allow preset station selection with V TUNE J Avoid listening for prolonged VCR 2 f A For a game player BI AMP V TUNE A periods of time to prevent hearing etc Lights when the BI For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations damage f AMP function is Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start Turn the speakers off when using activated automatic tuning Tuning stops when a station is found the headphones Display indicators RE MASTER TUNED DIGITAL INPUT Lights when the multi source A station is tuned e The channels contained in the digital input signal light re master function is on ST e No sound is output from a channel if the speaker is set to _ not connected in MULTI CONTROL A s
47. n materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration faulty installation set up adjustments misadjustment of consumer controls improper maintenance power line surge lightning damage modification or commercial use such as in a hotel office restaurant or other business rental use of the product service by anyone other than a Factory Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer or damage that is attributable to acts of God THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY As examples this excludes damages for lost time travel to and from the servicer loss of media or images data or other memory content The items listed are not exclusive but are for illustration only ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the exclusions may not apply to
48. ncluding Dolby Digital Surround EX DVD etc This is digital surround format developed by Dolby Laboratories Dolby Digital Surround EX adds a surround back channel to the traditional 5 1 channel format of Dolby Digital This creates a sound with greater presence E DTS including DTS ES or DTS 96 24 DVD etc This digital surround system was developed by DTS Digital Theater Systems Inc DTS ES adds a surround back channel to the traditional 5 1 channel format of DTS This creates a sound with greater presence DTS 96 24 provides 96 kHz sound at up to 24 bits The 96 kHz 24 bit high frequency sounds are played through multiple channels E PCM signal CD DVD Audio etc This unit s DIGITAL IN COAXIAL1 terminal can play up to 192 kHz and the other DIGITAL IN terminals can play up to 96 kHz E It cannot decode e Other digital signals such as MPEG e Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser disc player 7 c 2 i o fos ie 9 no a a RQT7994 Operations Control guide 6 l POWER SPEAKERS A B MULTI CONTROL CANCEL VOLUME Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode For selecting speakers A or B Press to enter Multi control or cancel Volume or vice versa In standby mode the unit is still Turning the speakers off ENTER control consuming a small amount of power automatically engages the Enters setting in Multi control Standby indicator STEREO 2CH MIX
49. nish setting e To check the setting After setting the time you can check the remaining time using step 2 e To change a setting Repeat the procedure from the beginning Changing the audio output Dual program When the input signal is Dolby Digital DTS and DUAL appears in the display the audio to be output is set 2 Select OPTION and press ENTER Select DUAL PRG DUAL PROGRAM and press ENTER Select the audio and press ENTER MAIN Main audio output SAP Sub channel audio output MAIN SAP Main and sub channel audio output gt Select another setting Finish setting e The setting remains in effect even if the power is turned off Listening comfortably at low volume Change this setting to listen to software recorded with Dolby Digital at low volume such as late at night maintaining audio clarity It reduces the peak level in loud scenes without affecting the sound field 2 Select OPTION and press ENTER COMPRESSION and press ENTER Select the level and press ENTER E Select DR COMP DYNAMIC RANGE OFF The software is played with the original dynamic range STANDARD The level recommended by the producer of the software for household viewing MAX The maximum allowable compression recommended for night viewing gt Select another setting gt Finish setting A D attenuator Turn the A D attenuator on if OVERFLOW lights
50. nput is digital or analog but you can fix the input mode Select AUTO when it is not necessary to fix the signal 2 Select IN MODE INPUT MODE and press ENTER Select the input position and press TV STB ENTER DVR DVD CD Change the setting and press ENTER AUTO Automatically detects the input signal and plays In AUTO the unit distinguishes the digital signals then the analog signals ANALOG Fixes the input signal to analog and plays DIGITAL Fixes the input signal to digital and plays PCM FIX Fixes the input signal to PCM and plays Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set other input positions gt Select another setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL several times to return to step 2 in the operations across and select another setting Finish setting Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL several times to select EXIT and press ENTER Note regarding PCM FIX mode In rare cases the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on discs With the PCM signals on CDs this may cause the beginning of a track to be cut off Engage the PCM FIX mode if this occurs When POM FIX mode is on the unit cannot process other signals This may cause noise to be output Select another mode in this case e This setting is not necessary when playback is normal e When an input position is set to PCM FIX and the input signals are not from a PCM source PCM FIX flashes on the
51. ntenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN MOISTURE DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to Aid avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U S A CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonab
52. onic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 905 624 5505 or visit the website www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you S N MONO 73dB STEREO 67dB Frequency response 20 Hz 15 kHz 1 dB 2 dB Alternate channel selectivity 65 dB Capture ratio 1 5dB Image rejection at 98 MHz 40dB Spurious response rejection at 98 MHz 75dB AM suppression 50dB Stereo separation 1 kHz 40dB 10 kHz 30dB Antenna terminal 75 Q unbalanced E AM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 530 1710 kHz Sensitivity 20 uV 330 V m Selectivity 55 dB IF rejection at 1000 kHz 50dB E VIDEO SECTION Output voltage at 1 V input unbalanced 140 1 Vp p Maximum input voltage 1 5 Vp p Input output impedance 75Q S Video Input TV DVD DVD RECORDER Output TV MONITOR Component Video Input TV DVD DVD RECORDER Output TV MONITOR E GENERAL Power supply Power consumption Dimensions W x H x D AC 120 V 60 Hz 135W 430 mm x 107 5 mm x 394 mm 16 15 16 x 4 7 32 x 15 1 2 Mass 4 6 kg 10 1 Ib E DIN POWER 1 kHz T H D 1 2x 100 W 6 Q Power consumption in standby mode 0 2W Notes 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and dimensions are approximate 2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS DTS ES
53. only Exit the Multi control Operations 10 FEET DISTANCE 5 FEET RQT7994 Specifications IHF 78 E AMPLIFIER SECTION Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output 20 Hz 20 kHz both channels driven 0 09 total harmonic distortion 100 W per channel 6 Q 1 kHz continuous power output both channels driven 0 09 total harmonic distortion 105 W per channel 6 Q Total harmonic distortion rated power at 20 Hz 20 kHz Power bandwidth both channels driven 3 dB Power output each channel driven 0 9 total harmonic distortion at 1kHz 0 09 6 Q 4 Hz 88 kHz 6 0 9 Front L R 100 W 6 9 Center 100 W 6 9 Surround L R 100 W 6 Q Surround back L R 100 W 6 9 Load impedance Front L R AorB 6 8 Q AandB 6 8 Q BI WIRE 6 8 Q Center 6 8 Q Surround L R 6 8 Q Surround back L R 6 8 Q Frequency response CD TAPE TV DVD DVD RECORDER VCR1 VCR2 DVD 6CH Input sensitivity CD TAPE TV DVD DVD RECORDER VCR1 VCR2 Input impedance CD TAPE TV DVD DVD RECORDER VCR1 VCR2 S N IHF A CD TV DVD DVD RECORDER Digital Input 85 dB 103 dB IHF 66 Tone controls 4 Hz 88 kHz 3 dB 4 Hz 44 kHz 3 dB 27 mV 200 mV IHF 66 22 kQ BASS 50 Hz 10 to 10 dB TREBLE 20 kHz 10 to 10 dB Subwoofer frequency response 6 dB 7 Hz 200 Hz Digital in
54. put OPTICAL 2 COAXIAL 2 E FM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 87 9 107 9 MHz Sensitivity 11 2 dBf 2 uV IHF 58 50 dB quieting sensitivity MONO 18 3 dBf 4 5 uV IHF 58 STEREO 38 3 dBf 45 uV IHF 58 Total harmonic distortion MONO 0 2 STEREO 0 3 Product Service Damage requiring service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if a The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or b Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit or c The unit has been exposed to rain or d The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or e The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged 2 Servicing Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel 3 Replacement parts When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety check After repairs or service ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition Product information For product information or assistance with product operation In the U S A refer to Customer Services Directory on page 26 In Canada contact the Panas
55. r only A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES In certain instances some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse quential damages or the exclusion of implied warranties so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance please contact your Dealer or our Customer Care Centre at Telephone 905 624 5505 Fax 905 238 2360 Web www panasonic ca For product repairs please contact one of the following eYour Dealer who will inform you of an authorized Servicentre nearest you eOur Customer Care Centre at 905 624 5505 or www panasonic ca eA Panasonic Factory Servicentre listed below Richmond Calgary Alberta Mississauga Ontario Lachine Qu bec British Columbia Panasonic Canada Inc Panasonic Canada Inc Panasonic Canada Inc Panasonic Canada Inc 12111 Riverside Way 6835 8 St N E 5770 Ambler Dr 3075 rue Louis A Amos Richmond BC Calgary AB Mississauga ON Lachine QC V6W 1K8 T2E 7H7 L4W 2T3 H8T 104 Tel 604 278 4211 Tel 403 295 3955 Tel 90
56. ss ENTER Page 24 Multi control menus and factory settings l RQT7994 Adjusting the level of each surround effect Refer to page 15 for information about surround effects Using Dolby Pro Logic Ix DopLox You can adjust the effect of MUSIC with DIMEN Dimension Control C WDTH Center Width Control and PANORAMA Only when the input signal is 2 channel DIMEN Dimension Control You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround speakers You can choose a level between 3 and 3 Increase the level to move sound to the front speakers decrease to move it to the surround speakers Select Adjust EFFECT E 3 l 3 gt EB Factory setting 0 DIMEN 0 C WDTH Center Width Control This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening to music Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front image or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image You can choose a level between 0 the center speaker is dominant and 7 center sound is spread out Select Adjust EFFECT fr 7 C WDTH 3 Factory setting 3 PANORAMA Sound is spread out more so you feel like you are surrounded by music Select Select EFFECT O o PANORAMA OFF Factory setting Using DTS NEO 6 pis You can ad
57. tereo FM broadcast is tuned Speakers combination settings page 12 even if the channel indicator lights When you press the MULTI MONO L Front left channel C Center channel CONTROL CANCEL button Lights when using the monaural R Front right channel LS Surround left channel and enter the settings the mode SB Surround back channel RS Surround right channel indicator lights m S If the surround channel is monaural SLEEP SEE Og See See Flashes during automatic LFE Low Frequency Effects Deep bass effect Sleep timer indicator presetting PCM Lights when the PCM FIX mode is set i r i REMASTER i TUNED ST MONO W ane ae eo ik Dam H EEUE LE E E E E E Mhz PCM CS C H i i SPEAKERS A BG CEEB General 2CH MIX SOUND MODE Speaker indicators display Lights when playing a The following light to A Sound is output from speakers connected to the Shows the input multi channel source in indicate the source s front A surround and center terminals mode radio 2CH MIX mode input signal multi B Sound is output only from speakers connected to frequency and kHz MHz channel digital signal the front B terminals other general Frequency unit indicators and the decoding A B Sound is output from speakers connected to the information kHz AM or PCM sampling format used below front A B surround and center terminals frequency A B BI WIRE Sound is output from speakers connected by Bi wir
58. the settings to change below right Adjusting the tone You can adjust the level of the bass and treble 2 Select TONE and press ENTER Select BASS or TREBLE and BASS press ENTER TREBLE Adjust the level and press ENTER 79 4 10aB MIN MAX Select another setting Finish setting Adjusting the volume balance You can adjust the balance of the front speakers 2 Select BALANCE and press ENTER Adjust the balance and press 7 ENTER A isl e The bar shows the standard balance gt Select another setting Finish setting Adjusting the brightness of the display Dim the display for better viewing in a darkened room Choose a level between 1 bright and 3 dim 2 Select DIMMER and press ENTER Select ON and press ENTER OFF ON e Select OFF to cancel Select the level and press ENTER LEVEL 7 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 gt Select another setting Finish setting e When you operate the main unit or remote control this is temporarily canceled Sleep timer The sleep timer can turn the unit off after a set time It does not control any other components 2 Select SLEEP and press ENTER OFF 30 60 90 120 in minutes Select the time and press ENTER When this is set SLEEP appears on the display e To cancel select OFF gt Select another setting Fi
59. turn to the previous setting To cancel CANCEL Press CANCEL On the main unit H wa Enter the MULTI CONTROL CANCEL and press ENTER EJ Select REMOTE and press ENTER 2 Select SETUP 2 ADVANCE SETUP scrolls once 4 Select REM2 and press ENTER REM REM2 Press MULTI CONTROL CANCEL 2 times to select EXIT and press ENTER On the remote control Press TUNER BAND TUNER 2 BAND 74 Press and hold both at the same time for 2 seconds E To return to REM1 1 Select REM1 in step 4 2 Press and hold both ENTER and 1 at the same time for 2 seconds in step 7 LAY LIST RETURN a 5 iS Multi control menus and factory settings Main menu Sub menu factory settings Main menu Sub menu factory settings FM MODE AUTO spxrsetT SYBWNO licrsss MEMORY CH 1 SUBW YES AUTO MEM START FRNT L R NORMAL BASS 0dB SB SPKR 2 SPKRS TREBLE TV STB OPT 1 Lay DVR OPT 2 OFF D INPUT DVD COAX 1 ON LEVEL 2 CD COAX 2 OFF TV STB DUALPRG MAIN DVR DR COMP OFF IN MODE DVD AUTO A D ATT OFF CD B PROOF 3 MODE A SUB WFR YES RESET YES FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SMALL SURROUND SUR BACK 2 SPKRS FRONT CENTER SURROUND SUR BACK FILTER 100 x4 BALANCE L Y BI AMP HF PHASE 0 00 FEET X 1 During FM AM reception only X 2 During FM reception only REMOTE REM1 24 X 3 During AM reception only X 4 When BI WIRE is selected
60. uipment such as the unit you ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment Now it s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and most importantly without affecting your sensitive hearing We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise Sound can be deceiving Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound So what sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts To establish a safe level e Start your volume control at a low setting e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly and without distortion Once you have established a comfortable sound level e Set the dial and leave it there Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future After all we want you listening for a lifetime 1 AC power supply cord K2CB2CB00018 1 AM loop antenna RSA0037 1 Remote control EUR7722KM0 1 FM indoor antenna RSA0006 L TS 2 Batteries
61. und speakers Left Right o see 3 2 Front speakers Left Right 1 Center speaker i 5 se 2 2 Front speakers Left Right i a RQT7994 Peripheral equipment sold separately unless otherwise indicated To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating instructions Preparation Turn off all components before making any connections Speaker cable All cables are sold separately If using 4 mm plugs Speaker cable Twist the wire Speaker terminals Do not short circuit D P E A G 4 A 5 4G amp S G De DG Monaural connection cable A Dm gt Fully tighten the terminal then Connect the cables so L R and are correct insert Speaker impedance Front A 6 8 Q Center 6 8 Q Front speakers Surround 6 8 Q Surround back 6 8 Q R L Center speaker O SURROUND SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS 6 89 HAUT PA f l folfellal lal COREE i L N Surround Surround back INN speakers speakers Active subwoofer Connect here if there is only one surround back speaker o c amp S 3 c c fo S RQT7994 Home Theater connections 2 Speakers Connections a RQT7994 Preparation Turn off all components before making any connections Bi wiring connect
62. you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period you may contact your dealer or Servicenter If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction then write to the warrantor s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Customer Services Directory http www panasonic com consumersupport or contact us via the web at http www panasonic com contactinfo You may also contact us directly at 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 10 am 7 pm EST Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter purchase Parts and Accessories or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Accessory Purchases http www pasc panasonic com or send your request by E mail to npcparts us panasonic com You may also contact us directly at Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 Purchase Parts Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at 1 800 332 5368 Phone 1 800 237 9080 Fax Only Monday Friday 9 am to 8 pm EST

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