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1. Before connecting operating or adjusting this product please read these instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference Region number supported by this player Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold The region number of this player is 1 The player will play DVD Video marked with labels containing T or ALL Example Panasonic DVD System Operating Instructions Model No SC ST1 Re gt DvD itt AUDIO VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO As an ENERGY STAR Partner Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency The warranty can be found on page 40 Clear This manual was printed with soy based ink RQT6945 Y H0203KA0 Getting started EE RQT6945 Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this product For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control but you can do the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL WARNING TO REDUCE THE R
2. icai 13 Muting button MUTING 000 0c0ccceccceeeseseeeeeseeseeneeeens 28 5 Sound field sound quality buttons 0 c0 ce 25 27 FM mode Setup button FM MODE SETUP 12 24 Zoom button ZOOM cccccccceccececeeseecseeseeeseessseseeeeeeees 18 AV system standby on button 6 AV SYSTEM 32 Source select buttons Face towards this unit to change the source ePress TV or VCR AUX first to operate a Panasonic television or video cassette recorder page 32 20 TV VIDEO button TV VIDEO 00 cece cee eeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 32 21 Numbered buttons 1 9 0 210 ENTER 00 14 2 Slow search Tuning buttons 44 PR SLOW SEARCH oooi 14 24 23 Menu Play list button MENU PLAY LIST 0 14 20 24 Return TV volume up button RETURN TV VOL 12 32 Audio button AUDIO 0 00 eeen eenen 17 26 Group button GROUP 15 Buttons and function the same as the controls on the remote control Standby on switch POWER l nnee 13 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 Open close button OPEN CLOSE 4 l 13 29 Progressive out button PROGRESSIVE OUT 13 Source select button SELECTOR c0ccsceeeeeeeeees 13 61 Standby on indicator When the u
3. 430 x 64 x 100 mm 16 15 16 x 2 17 32 x 3 15 16 Dimensions W x H x D Mass 1 8 kg 4 0 Ib Type 1 way 1 speaker Bass ref Speaker unit Woofer 17 cm 6 3 4 cone type Impedance 4Q Input power 200 W Music Output sound pressure level 80 dB W 1 0 m Frequency range 40 Hz 220 Hz 16 dB 45 Hz 180 Hz 10 dB 160 x 450 x 424 mm 6 5 16 x 17 23 32 x 16 11 16 12 0 kg 26 5 Ib Dimensions W x H x D Mass 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and dimensions are approximate 2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer Reference E RQT6945 Reference a RQT6945 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service make the below 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 In the U S A contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1 800 211 7262 or e mail consumerproducts panasonic com or the website http vwww panasonic com 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 Power Page No power The unit is automatically switched to the standby mode Operation No response when buttons pressed No operations can be performed with the remote control Cannot switch on the television with the remote control Play doesn
4. ALL All group play PPN Marker page 18 RAM DVD A DVD V RQT6945 Display menu Bid 4 3 Aspect RAM DVD A DIC Select how to show images made for 4 3 aspect screens on a 16 9 aspect television e Normal laterally stretches images made for a 4 3 screen Auto expands suitable 4 3 letterbox images to fill more of the screen Other images appear in full in the center of the screen Shrink images appear in the center of the screen Zoom expands all images to fill the screen If your television has a similar feature use it instead for a better effect ENTER Zoom page 18 ZES GA Dae Ges ENTER Making fine adjustments to the zoom ratio Subtitle position Subtitle brightness Position 0 to 60 in 2 unit steps Brightness Auto 0 to 9 The brightness adjusts automatically against the background Bitrate display on off RINI During play shows the bitrate approximate values of the video being played While paused shows the data volume of the frame and type of picture page 34 Glossary I P B 9 438 Mbps 4 gt A V e Bitrate ae Cur 7 507 Mbps me Ave 6 730 Mbps bps a ae A record of bitrates for bitrate a sampling period Average bitrate OSD brightness 3 to 3 Adjust the brightness of the on screen displays Picture menu EU EIGEN EYES Only when PROGRESSIVE is on Picture mode eN Nor
5. 19 Fisher 13 14 15 18 34 Pioneer 09 G E 02 03 07 09 Quasar 02 Funai 08 30 Quasar 01 02 09 33 Gold Star 07 15 RCA 03 07 09 13 23 G E 02 03 11 RCA 02 03 04 09 10 Hitachi 05 07 24 25 Gold Star 27 11 12 23 24 26 Other functions JVC 12 Sanyo 14 Hitachi 09 10 11 Sanyo 14 18 34 LXI 03 06 07 10 14 15 Sharp 08 21 JVC 19 25 31 38 39 40 Sharp 16 17 Magnavox 06 07 11 15 22 Sylvania 06 07 15 LXI 10 13 14 15 18 Shintom 32 Mitsubishi 07 15 16 21 Symphonic 17 27 30 Sylvania 02 09 12 30 NEC 07 15 Toshiba 10 21 Magnavox 02 09 12 Symphonic 30 Zenith 18 20 Mitsubishi 21 22 28 29 Toshiba 23 24 NEC 19 25 31 38 Zenith 20 RQT6945 Reference E RQT6945 Glossary Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal This is called decoding Dolby Digital This is a method of coding digital signals developed by Dolby Laboratories Apart from stereo 2 channel audio these signals can also be multi channel audio A large amount of audio information can be recorded on one disc using this method Dolby Pro Logic A surround system where a 4 channel audio track is recorded as 2 channels and then is restored to 4 channels for play The surround channel is monaural and can reproduce up to 7 kHz DTS Digital Theater Systems This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world There is good separation betwee
6. 2 Press A V to select the play menu A B Repeat 3 Press lt gt to select A B Repeat and C Press ENTER at the starting point A 2 Press ENTER at the finishing point B z w B A B repeat starts To return to the normal play Press ENTER again To clear the menus Press RETURN until the menu disappears Selecting groups to play 1 During play Press GROUP Example Track number in group Group number 2 Press the numbered buttons to select the group and press ENTER 3 Press the numbered buttons to select the track number and press ENTER You can also use A V lt P to select numbers Playing all the groups in succession page 16 All group play Playing bonus groups Some discs contain bonus groups If a password screen appears after selecting a group enter the password with the numbered buttons Refer also to the disc s jacket Disc operations RQT6945 Disc operations E RQT6945 Discs Convenient functions AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TVAIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH PLAY MODE lt REPEAT Numbered buttons POSITION MEMORY CANCEL CANCEL A amp A 5 w SLOW SEARCH AV lt gt ENTER DISPLAY 0 TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME DISPLAY RETURN SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND OOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Common procedure
7. Current position GNI 2 PG Program number GAI PL Play list number GW T Title number Track number G Group number 3 T Track number in group C Chapter number 4 Condition play pause or slow search RAM Play speed below Changing the time display FLW Press A V to show the elapsed play time or remaining time for the program play list track or title or chapter during program and random play Elapsed play time display only cannot be changed Changing play speed YPEY Motion picture parts only Dolby Digital only You can slow down or speed up play During play Press lt 4 slower or gt faster There are five speeds x 0 8 lt gt x 0 9 lt x 1 0 normal speed lt gt x 1 2 gt x 1 4 WMA MP3 After you change the speed output is in stereo Sound is stereo as long as x 1 0 is orange To return to normal play Surround sound press gt play or ENTER Normal play is also restored when you return the speed to x 1 0 and clear the progress indicator RQT6945 Using On Screen Menu Icons Unless otherwise indicated select items with lt gt and change with A V Disc information BE Digital 1ENG 3 2 1 ch PG Program number EAM A V PL Play list number GWU G Group number ENTER T Title number A Y Track number T Track number in group Karaoke vocal on off Karaoke DVD only C Chapter number If a DVD title is a duet selec
8. call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase 1 Remote control E 2 Batteries EUR7623X20 for remote control 1 AM loop antenna N1DAAAA00001 1 AC power supply cord RJA0065 K E 1 FM indoor antenna M 1 Video cable RSA0007 K2KA2HA00003 E 1 System cable E 5 Speaker cables K1HA25JA0002 E 1 Antenna plug E 1 Sheet of speaker cable K2RC021B0001 stickers RQCA1029 E 4 Clips QWBG002AA if 4 Black screws XTB3 10JFZ T E 8 Screws XSN5 16FN 1 String for main unit RMF0321 E 1 Sheet of speaker feet RFA1388A CSS The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only Do not use it with other equipment 3 x 4 m 13 feet REE1203A 2 x 10 m 33 feet REE1203C Table of contents Getting started IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 00 4 Disc information 0 cee ccc ccteecteeeseeeeeeeseeeeseeeseeeeeeenaeens 5 Control reference guide ccc ccc cccceseesseeeteeeseeeseeeenees 6 Simple setup STEP 1 Speaker assemblly cccccccecceseeteeeseeees 7 STEP 2 POSITIONING ane eee 8 STEP 3 Connection ee a 10 STEP 4 The remote control c cc ccccecseeeeeeees 12 STEP S QUICK SETUP ieee 12 Discs Basic play 0 ccccccccscceteeeseeeseesceesseeeceeeseeeees 13 Position memory function cccccseeeeeeeeceeeeneeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeanaaseeens 14 Skip
9. gt DISPLAY RETURN C RETURN TV VOL TVVOL SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO SETUP ___ Common procedures See page 29 for menu and option details Preparation Press DVD CD 1 Press SETUP to show the menus Audio English Subtitle Automatic Menus English SELECT TAB 10 2 Ratings Level 8 ai O ENTER RETURN 2 Press lt gt to select the menu s tab The screen changes to display the menu Disc Video Audio Display Others os EL Q Car 3 Press A V to select the item you want to change and press ENTER 4 Press A V lt gt to select the option and press ENTER The screen now shows the menu again To return to the previous screen Press RETURN When you are finished Press SETUP Entering a password Ratings The password screen is shown when you select levels 0 to 7 1 Input a 4 digit password with the numbered buttons and press ENTER e f you enter a wrong number press CANCEL to erase it before you press ENTER The lock symbol appears closed to show the rating is locked e Do not forget your password 2 Press ENTER to confirm the 4 digits Now when you insert a DVD Video that exceeds the ratings limit you set a message appears on the television Follow the on screen instructions Changing the delay time Speaker S
10. on the unit Try setting the disc into place again 3 Press gt play CD text only Group and track names are displayed on the television To turn the display on or off gt page 22 Disc information You can also use the navigation menus to control play page 19 Disc operations EE 4 Adjust the volume dB m OdB Minimum Maximum E To pause play Press Il during play Press P play to restart play E To stop play Press W page 14 Resume function e If O appears on the television The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc t may take some time for play to start but this is normal RQT6945 Disc operations E Discs Basic play AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER REPEAT yA POSITION oe M E M O RY POSITION Numbered buttons ol MEMORY CANCEL SLOW SEARCH ao Se v CHA SKIP 2 lt lt gt P a TOP MENU AV lt gt ENTER DISPLAY SLOW SEARCH lt lt gt gt La RETURN SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND OOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO ae gt gt Position memory function RAM When the elapsed play time is displayed During play Press POSITION MEMORY to memorize a position aye N ie Position memorized 0O S N Press again to replace the position This position
11. 0 1 MHz steps 1 Press TUNER BAND to select FM 2 Press and hold TUNER BAND After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency Continue to hold the button down The minimum frequency changes and the step is changed To return to the original step repeat the above steps Any FM frequencies preset in channels will be changed by this procedure Preset them again E When you receive poor AM radio reception Turn off the television if it is too close to the unit Preset tuning Preset channels to make selection simple Up to 15 stations can each be set in the FM and AM bands Automatic presetting 1 Tune to FM 87 9 MHz or FM 87 5 MHz left 2 Press and hold ENTER Release the button when FM AUTO is displayed The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order SET OK is displayed when the stations are set The last station to be set is then played 3 Tune to AM 520 kHz 4 Press and hold ENTER E ERROR is displayed Presetting was unsuccessful Preset manually Manual presetting 1 Tune to the station left 2 Press ENTER 3 While PGM is flashing Press the numbered buttons to select a channel Alternatively press K lt V CH or PP CH AJ then press ENTER CH 1 lt a S gt PGM The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset in that channel S
12. DVD format video cameras personal computers etc using Version 1 1 of the Video Recording Format a unified video recording standard Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use then return them when you are finished Read the instructions for the disc carefully Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched Store discs in their cartridges and ensure the disc label and cartridge label face the same way e Some parts of the disc for example where one program ends and another begins may not play smoothly It may not be possible to play CD R CD RW DVD R and DVD RAM in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording E Playing PAL system DVD Audio This unit converts PAL to NTSC for play The picture is compressed to show it in its entirety but this may cause it to be stretched vertically E To clean discs DVD Audio DVD Video Video CD CD Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry DVD RAM DVD R e Clean with an optional DVD RAM PD disc cleaner LF K200DCA1 where available Never use cloths or cleaners for CDs etc E Handling precautions e Do not write on the label side with a ball point pen or other writing instrument e Do not use record cleaning sprays benzine thinner static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent e Do not attach labels or stickers to discs Do not use discs with exposed adhesive from tape or left over peeled off stickers Do
13. WAEN OPEN EXPOSURE TO B EC60825 1 Class 3b ATTENTION RAONNENENT LASER VE RIE ET INVISIBLE EN TAS D OUVERTURE EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU ADVARSEL SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTR LING VED BNING UNDG UDS TTELSE FOR STR LING VARO AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA N KYV JA N KYM T N LASERS TEILYLLE L KATSO S TEESEEN VARNING S OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTR LNING N R DENNA DEL PPNAD BETRAKTA EJ STRALEN ADVARSEL sn OG USYNLIG SET ue NAR DEKSEL PNES NG EKSPONERING FOR STR LE VORSICHT SORENE UND UNSICHTBARE PESE WENN ABDECKUNG OFFNET NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN it ATER WLBT MSE RRS SENKE SE RU RT YF REET ER CECE O eal ra sozes Back of product 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 reasonable 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 encoura
14. by the producer of the disc e 4 3 Letterbox Widescreen software is shown in the letterbox style on a 4 3 aspect television Discs Basic play POWER E PROGRESSIVE Put 12 cm discs into the groove Insert with the side Put 8 cm discs you want to play on the holder facing the lens Remove TYPE 2 and 4 discs from their cartridges before use O To enjoy progressive video Press PROGRESSIVE OUT The television will be disrupted for a moment but this is normal Output from this unit is interlace if you have connected to the television through VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT or playing PAL discs even if PROGRESSIVE is on the display e When progressive output is on closed captions will not be displayed RAM Preparation Press POWER l to turn on the unit Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television to suit the connections for the unit 1 Press SELECTOR to select DVD CD as the source Each time you press the button taal gt FM gt AM gt TV gt VCR AUX E E ee 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 to open the loading tray and place the disc in the tray Press OPEN CLOSE 4 to close the loading tray The disc loading tray opens automatically if the disc is not loaded properly and a CLOSE ERR message will display
15. cable not included Simple setup E RQT6945 Simple setup E RQT6945 Simple setup The remote control 2 Batteries Insert so the poles and 1 Remote control R6 LR6 match those in the remote AA UM 3 control e Do not use rechargeable type batteries Do not mix old and new batteries use different types at the same time heat or expose to flame take apart or short circuit attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries use batteries if the covering has been peeled off Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time Store in a cool dark place E Use Aim at the sensor avoiding obstacles ata maximum range of 7 m 23 feet directly in front of the unit AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX 1 SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television to suit the connections for the unit 1 Press to turn on the unit Press DVD CD to select DVD CD as the source 2 3 Press SETUP to show the QUICK SETUP screen 4 Press A V to select the menu language and press ENTER DISPLAY RETURN 4 _ RETURN TV VOL TV V
16. manufacturer 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 avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 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 Disc information E Discs that can be played nise Wine Coe Indication used in YP g instructions DVD DVD RAM DVD Audio DVD Video Video CD COMPACT MISE DIGITAL VIDEO COMPACT Including CD text DIGITAL AUDIO ige TEXT CD R RW Use discs with the above logos and that conform to specifications The unit cannot play other discs correctly Do not use irregularly shaped discs e g heart shaped as these can damage the unit E Discs that cannot be played PAL discs except DVD Audio DVD RAM 2 6 GB TYPE 1 DVD ROM CD ROM CDV CD G RW DVD RW CVD SVOD SACD Divx Video Discs and Photo CD E Disc structure Disc structure and the labels given to the items on discs depend on the disc type Track the smallest division on DVD Audio CDs and V
17. television for the following operations E Turning the television on off Press AV SYSTEM E Switching the television s video input mode Press TV VIDEO E Changing channels Press l4 lt V CH or PP CH 4 E Adjusting the volume Press TV VOL or TV VOL Television Audio cable not included AUDIO OUT RQT6945 Reduce the volume on the television to minimum and control the volume on this unit Operating a video cassette recorder Connection example Video cassette recorder Audio cable not included AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT OR O L i a Z A a Rear of main unit Video cable L not included VCRin AUX E IN l VIDEO OUT Television C Dm Video cable already connected page 11 Preparation Face the remote control at this unit and press VCR AUX The button lights and VCR AUX appears on the unit s display You can operate the video cassette recorder Change the video input mode on the television VIDEO 2 in the example Face the remote control at the video cassette recorder for the following operations E Turning the video cassette recorder on off Press AV SYSTEM E Play pause and stop Press gt II or W Fast forward and rewind Press lt lt or PP You can connect a laser disc or record player instead of a video cassette recorder Connect as shown above and select VCR AUX
18. 8 Limited Warranty U S A oo cee eeneeeeeeeeeteeees 4o HeT Customer Services Directory U S A es 40 Bx Getting started EE Getting started RQT6945 listed below Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 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 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 12 13 14 Only use attachments accessories specified by the
19. AL SURROUND Play a Dolby Digital or DTS source The Dolby Digital or DTS indicator lights E To down mix Dolby Digital or DTS multiple channel signals to 2 channels Press and hold MIX 2CH MIX2ch ON To cancel press and hold MIX 2CH again To check the current setting Press FL DISPLAY When D MIX flashes on the display The DVD Audio Contains multiple channel signals that cannot be down mixed You cannot use the MIX 2ch setting in the following cases When using headphones When Dolby Pro Logic is on When Super Surround is on D70 lo nd com Ke Dolby Pro Logic is a decoding system that was developed to get a better sense of presence from sources encoded with Dolby Surround The feeling of position has been improved by the addition of a separate center speaker channel Software encoded with Dolby Surround can be identified with this mark DVD CD Video CD Laser Disc Video tape DIO Pov sunnoun 1 Press EE PL 2 Play a Dolby Surround source To cancel Press EE PL again This does not work when playing multi channel Dolby Digital Speaker level adjustments If the level of the speakers appears to be different while listening to a source adjust the level of the speakers to the same apparent level E Adjust using test signal Preparation Press DVD CD 1 Press and hold TEST to output a test signal Lch Front left Cch Center Rech Front right RSch Ri
20. Before using chemically treated cloth read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully Listening caution Selecting fine audio equipment 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 Start your volume control at a low setting Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly and without distortion Once you have established a comfortable sound level 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 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pr
21. C cseeeeeeeeeeneseeeeeees 25 Speaker level adjustments ccccccsseeseeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseaaas 25 Super Surround Sound Field Control cccccseseceeeeseeeeseeeeees 26 72741 2 F OCU eemeR ene eee EEN ee pe ee en ome erento Smee rere Seren eter 26 Custom Sound Memory Store the sound settings 26 Sound quality 0 ccc ccc ecseeceecceesseeseeeseeseessseeseeeeeens 27 ACUSHING TNS DASS rozaria TNA 27 Re master Enjoying more natural sound c cseeeeeeeseeeeeees 27 Other functions Convenient functions cc ccc cece eecseeeseeeeeseeeseeeeees 28 Muting the volume Dimming the display ccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeees 28 The sleep timer Using headphones c seeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 28 Changing settings cc ccecrecsteeeteeeseeeeeeesseeeeeens 29 Language code liSt cece cseeseeeesseeeseeeessseeeseeeeenees 31 Optional antenna connectione 0 ccc cece 31 Operating a television or video cassette recorder 32 Reference GIO SSN Yossie ce cascscesdestasntinzs cemsenesctcsteawosneauvesstueestaseasecueusctunee 34 Specifications iss 2s ch cede detabs eh ctsesecoeendetenietctwensaanecshetustetedow 35 Troubleshooting Quide cece ccsccesecesseeeeseeseeeeens 36 Product Service ivcziisnes sccasecsienieteicsiodsdesenneueisticnecdecedanexessyoriieneslech 38 Maintenance en eee eee 3
22. Croatian Czech Danish Dutch English Esperanto Estonian Faroese Fiji Finnish French Frisian Galician Georgian German Greek Hausa Hebrew Hindi Hungarian Icelandic Indonesian Interlingua Irish Italian Japanese Javanese Kannada Kashmiri Kazakh Kirghiz Korean Kurdish Laotian Lithuanian Macedonian Malagasy Malay Malayalam Maltese Maori Marathi Moldavian Mongolian Nauru Nepali Norwegian Oriya Pashto Pushto Persian Polish Portuguese 7684 7775 7771 7783 7776 7784 7773 7782 7779 7778 7865 7869 7879 7982 8083 7065 8076 8084 Romanian Russian Samoan Sanskrit Scots Gaelic Serbian Serbo Croatian Shona Sindhi Singhalese Slovak Slovenian Somali Spanish Sundanese Swahili Swedish Tagalog Telugu Thai Tibetan Tigrinya Tonga Turkish Turkmen Twi Ukrainian Urdu Uzbek Vietnamese Volap k Welsh Wolof Xhosa Yiddish Yoruba Byelorussian Greenlandic Latin Punjabi 8065 Tajik Zulu Cambodian Guarani Latvian Lettish Quechua 8185 Tamil Catalan Gujarati Lingala Phaeto Romance 8277 Tatar Optional antenna connections Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm AM outdoor antenna Using a vinyl wire Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a windo
23. Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Technics 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 Sales Company 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 Product or Part Name Parts Labor Audio Products except items listed below One 1 year One 1 year All Audio Racks cabinets Thirty 30 days Not Applicable Technics Stand Alone Speakers Subwoofer Speakers Three 3 years Three 3 years USB Reader Writer Personal Computer Card Adapters in exchange for defective item Accessories Headphones Cartridges Microphones Adapters Ninety 90 days Ninety 90 days Rechargeable Batteries in exchange for SD Memory Cards Rechargeable Battery l Packs in exchange for defective item Ninety 20 days NouApplicablc During the Labor warranty period there will be no charge for labor During the Parts warranty pe
24. FF or ON E Changing the position and brightness of the subtitles page 23 RQT6945 Disc operations E RQT6945 Discs Convenient functions AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH Numbered buttons REPEAT POSITION AE CANCEL 210 ENTER CANCEL A Pry p aa D OD G7 GD Ga TOP MENU MENU TOP MENU o AV lt gt ENTER PLAY LIST DISPLAY RETURN DISPLAY J RETURN TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Ga ZOOM _ __ Marking places to play again GW DVD A DVD V You can mark a position so you can return to it easily at a later time 1 During play Press DISPLAY until the unit information screen is displayed page 22 2 Press A V to select the play menu Example Marker 3 Press lt gt to select Marker and press ENTER RAM Press gt to select an asterisk 4 Press ENTER at the point you want to mark To mark another position Up to 5 points ENJ up to 999 points 1 Press gt to select x 2 Press ENTER at the point To recall or erase a marker 1 Press lt gt to select a marker 2 Press ENTER to recall or press CANCEL to erase To mark the eleventh point and beyond 1 Press lt gt to select the marker pin i
25. ISK 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 CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT 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 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance speakers Active subwoofer SB WA330 CAUTION LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM FDA 21 CFR Class I CAUTION ewe AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
26. OL VOLUME Panasonic 2 5 Wr 55 SETUP QUICK SETUP Lar ee P Select the menu language English Fran ais ee Espanol D SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND OOPL FOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP 3 u n ZOOM GROUP AUDIO The QUICK SETUP screen appears when you press SETUP the first time after purchase and assists you to make necessary settings You can access this screen again later if you need to gt page 29 Others QUICK SETUP To return to the previous screen Press RETURN E TV Type Select to suit the type of television Standard Direct View TV factory preset CRT Projector e LCD TV Projector Projection TV e Plasma TV v ENTER RETURN 5 Press A V to select Yes to continue and press ENTER 6 Press A V to select the item and press ENTER Audio Language page 29 Subtitle Language page 29 TV Type gt below TV Aspect gt below Press ENTER and then SETUP to end the settings E TV Aspect Select 4 3 regular or 16 9 widescreen to suit your television If you have a regular 4 3 television you can also select how video on some discs is shown page 29 Video TV Aspect e 4 3 Pan amp Scan factory preset a Widescreen software is expanded to fill the screen of a 4 3 aspect television unless prohibited
27. Press A V Each time you press the button A OG Adjusting the bass Press SUBWOOFER LEVEL RAM SU B W 2 Type of music Effect level Each time you press the button Fast tempo l Example pops and rock Agal SUB W 1 gt SUB W 2 gt SUB W 3 gt SUB W 4 factory preset pie pop E gt gt SS I Example jazz Sound effect is improved with each number increment a classical Sound field sound quality operations EE RQT6945 Other functions E RQT6945 Convenient functions AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD SLEEP DIMMER FL DISPLAY DIMMER MIX 2CH O 210 ENTER REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL DACH A SKIP SLOW SEARCH TD D TOP MENU p MENU C Q PLAY LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR DISPLAY RETURN TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME VOLUME la vs _ MUTING MUTING C S M LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Ge amp a Muting the volume Press MUTING MUTING Volume is reduced to minimum To cancel Press MUTING again or reduce the volume to minimum dB then raise it to the required level Muting is also canceled when you switch the unit to standby Dimming the display Press and hold DIMMER To return to the original brightness press and hold DIMMER again The display also returns to the original brightness when you switch the unit to standby Th
28. alls or ceilings ER To prevent the speakers and main unit from falling over 1 String for main unit 4 Black screws 4 Clips a y D E Main unit Screw not included D A Thread the string through 4 A Thread through the ring screw and tie firmly String for main unit Approx 150 mm 5 15 16 Use screws that are suitable for the type of walls and beams to which you are attaching not included Consult with a qualified professional housing contractor when attaching to a surface that may not have enough strength to support the speakers or when attaching to a concrete wall Not attaching properly may result in damage or injury from falling speakers or other objects E Front and surround speakers String not included Clip Black screw 150 mm 5 15 16 Screw not included Use wall screws and string to prevent speakers from falling not included Simple setup E RQT6945 Simple setup STEP 31 Connection 1 System Cable 1 AM loop antenna 1 FM indoor antenna 1 Video cable 1 AC power supply cord Simple setup E 1 Speakers Subwoofer Never short circuit positive and negative speaker wires Red Be sure to connect only positive copper wires to positive terminals and negative silver wires to negative terminals Incorrect connection can damage the speakers Oj iiver Copper Front L Front R Surround L Su
29. aporate This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions This unit cannot play DVD Video with a region number other than 1 ALL or multiple region numbers including 1 The disc may be dirty and may require cleaning Ensure that the disc is installed with the label of the side to be played facing upwards Check that the DVD RAM has something recorded on it The unit may not operate properly if the disc is damaged or dirty Press POWER I and after the display disappears wait a few seconds then press POWER again and eject the disc This function is dependent on software availability Try selecting from the disc s menu if one is available This function is dependent on software availability This function is dependent on software availability Subtitles are cleared from the television Display the subtitles Change the position of the subtitles with Subtitle Position in the on screen menu icons This function is dependent on software availability This function is dependent on software availability Even if a disc has a number of angles recorded these angles may be recorded for specific scenes only Select DVD CD as the source Cancel all group program and random play You cannot add markers while playing a play list or if the disc s play time doesn t appear on the unit s display The unit r
30. as the source When connecting a record player We recommend using a record player with a built in phono equalizer If your player doesn t have a built in equalizer connect it first to a separate equalizer and then connect that to this unit Changing the remote control code TV cop 5 wi wane VCR AUX The remote control can also operate some other brands of televisions and video cassette recorders Change the code to operate such equipment and some Panasonic products While aiming the remote control at the equipment Numbered Press and hold TV or VCR AUX buttons PLAY MODE MIX 2CH REPEAT POSITION MEMORY Press a numbered button to enter the first digit ln oe Press a numbered button to enter the A 2 second digit f The remote control outputs the on off signal al ae If the code is correct the equipment turns on or off 9 If it doesn t try entering another code TV VOL VOLUME e Note that this remote control cannot operate some equipment gt gt amp and that it may not be able to perform some operations Reenter the codes after you change the batteries CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Television code list Video cassette recorder code list Panasonic 01 02 26 Philco 06 07 Panasonic 01 02 09 33 Philco 02 09 12 30 Sony 04 Philips 06 Sony 05 06 07 35 36 37 Philips 02 09 12 Fisher 14 Pioneer 02 10
31. ature Request Dealer Locations and all Customer Service inquiries please contact 1 800 211 PANA 7262 Monday Friday 9 am 9 pm Saturday Sunday 9 am 7 pm EST or send e mail consumerproducts panasonic com For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 877 833 8855 Web Site http www panasonic com You can purchase parts accessories or locate your nearest servicenter by visiting our Web Site Accessory Purchases 1 800 332 5368 Customer Orders Only For hearing or speech impaired TTY users TTY 1 866 605 1277 Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South Kent WA 98032 6 am to 5 pm Monday Friday 6 am to 10 30 am Saturday PST Visa MasterCard Discover Card American Express Check Service in Puerto Rico Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Panasonic Sales Company Factory Servicenter Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Phone 787 750 4300 Fax 787 768 2910 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company Panasonic Canada Inc Company Division of Matsushita Division of Matsushita Electric of 5770 Ambler Drive Electric Corporation of America Puerto Rico Inc PSC Mississauga Ontario One Panasonic Way Secaucus Ave 65 de Infanteria Km 9 5 L4W 2713 New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina www panasonic ca http vww panasonic com Puerto Rico 00985 Rat6945 2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial C
32. can Vista 1 85 1 Cinemascopet 2 35 1 Cinemascope2 2 55 1 WMA MP3 and CD text navigation menus CD text only Various menus help you find items you want to start play 1 2 Press TOP MENU Example navigation menu Group name MENU No Group G01 My favorite gt Tree G 1 1 001 Both Ends Freezing T 1 2 002 Lady Starfish Total 223 3 003 Life on Jupiter 4 004 Metal Glue 5 005 Paint It Yellow 0 9 6 006 Pyjamamama SELECT NUMBER 7 007 Shrimps from Mars SELECT 8 008 Starperson A 9 009 Velvet Cuppermine 10 010 Ziggy Starfish ENTER RETURN Find Next Press A V to select a track and press ENTER indicates the track currently playing To show other pages Press A V lt gt to select Prev or Next and press ENTER After listing all the tracks in one group the list for the next group appears To exit the navigation menu Press TOP MENU Track title search Example finding a track including the word LOVE 1 4 Press A V to select Find and press ENTER veELcul NUMBER 7 pe SELECT 8 Fall In The Frozen Season gt A Violet Sky gt 10 Pink Island gt ENTER RETURN Find Next Press A V to select L and press ENTER Characters change in alphanumeric order each time you press A Repea
33. con 12345678910 2 Press A V to select 11 20 You can select the next group when the current group is full Markers added with this unit clear when you switch the unit to standby change the source or open the loading tray Variable zoom function RAM Motion picture parts only Change the zoom ratio so the pictures expands to the optimum size to fill the screen Preparation Change the setting TV Aspect to suit your television page 29 During play Press ZOOM to select the aspect ratio Example Zoom display e Subtitle Brightness Subtitle Position gt page 23 gt page 23 Each time you press the button 4 3 Standard European Vista 16 9 Standard Cinemascope2 lt Cinemascope1 lt American Vista e Refer to the disc s instructions and Screen size below for the aspect ratio of the picture To restore the original ratio Press ZOOM until the ratio returns to 1 00 e The ratio also returns to 1 00 when you open the loading tray change the source or switch the unit to standby The ratio may return to 1 00 when a menu is displayed Making fine adjustments to the zoom ratio While the ZOOM icon is displayed Press A V The ratio changes in 0 01 units between 1 00 and 1 60 and in 0 02 units between 1 60 and 2 00 E Screen size Movies are made using a variety of screen sizes ra 16 2 Standard we ju Eroan Vista 1 66 eel Ameri
34. e sleep timer This timer turns the unit off after a set time Press SLEEP to select the time minutes SLEEP 30 Each time you press the button SLEEP 30 SLEEP 60 gt SLEEP 90 f SLEEP OFF SLEEP 120 To cancel the timer Press SLEEP to select SLEEP OFF To check the SLEEP setting Press SLEEP once The time remaining appears To change the setting Press SLEEP to display the remaining time then press again to select the required time Using headphones 1 Reduce the volume and connect the headphones not included Headphone plug type 3 5 mm 1 8 stereo PHONES E ka Bottom view om A 2 Adjust headphone volume with VOLUME Audio is automatically switched to stereo 2 channel Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage Changing settings This chart shows the settings for this unit Change the settings to suit your preferences and to suit the unit to the environment in which it is being used These settings are retained in memory until they are changed even if the unit is turned off See page 30 for details on menu operation Underlined items are the factory preset Audio Choose the preferred audio language English French Spanish Original Other K K x Original The original language of each disc will be selected Other k Input a code number with the numbered buttons page 31 Subtitle Choose t
35. eads and displays the markers added with a DVD video recorder You can clear them but reappear when you switch the unit to standby change the source or open the loading tray The unit numbers markers by time so they change when you add and delete them e You cannot select random or program play with some DVD Video e Folders deeper than the eighth layer are displayed as the eighth layer e While stopped and DVD CD is the source press and hold W on the unit and 210 on the remote control for about 3 seconds until Initialized disappears from the television Turn the unit off and on again All settings will return to the default values Sound No sound Distorted sound Humming heard during play Picture Picture distorted No picture The picture shown on the television is not normal The sides of the picture are cut off the picture is stretched horizontally or black bands appear at the top and bottom of the screen There is ghosting when progressive output is on Picture quality is poor The picture on the television disappears or stripes appear on the screen Menus not displayed correctly Listening to the radio Noise is heard ST flickers or doesn t light Sound is distorted A beat sound is heard A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts Check the connections Turn the volume up Turn muting off e Switch off the unit determine and correct the cause the
36. electing channels 1 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or AM 2 Press the numbered buttons or kea V CH or PP CH A to select the channel CH 2 To select a 2 digit number Example To select channel 12 press 210 gt 1 2 Sound field AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY C 4 DVD CD DIMMER FL DISPLAY L MIX 2CH 5 REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL SKIP SLOW SEARCH OD e8 D v CHA TOP MENU MENU DIRECT PLAY LIST NAVIGATOR DISPLAY RETURN TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME a azm SUBWOUUFER E CH SELECT BH PL _ S SRND Oo PL C FOCUS TEST e TEST C FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO a a ow amp e Dolby Pro Logic Super Surround Center Focus and Subwoofer Level adjusting pages 25 27 cannot be used if headphones are connected ERROR appears on the display You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound field systems are used with some sources If this occurs turn the sound field system off Dolby Digital and DTS Dolby Digital and DTS are digital encoding systems used on DVD to carry surround sound Both were originally developed for use in cinemas This unit automatically recognizes and decodes these systems Software encoded with DTS can be identified with this Software encoded with Dolby Digital can be identified with this mark mark Damos B DIGIT
37. em 23 press 210 gt 2 gt 3 e When playing DVDs you can also use A V lt gt to select items Press ENTER to confirm your selection To return to the menu screen TOP MENU Shows the first menu screen MENU Shows the menu screen RETURN Shows the menu screen e The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after you finish playing an item Press M when you finish to preserve the unit s motor and your television screen Skipping items GW DVD A DVD V During play or while paused Press lt or PP Each press increases the number of skips Play position 3 Chapter track Chapter track Chapter track N r twice once pes twice Play positon Marker gt V Program scene Program scene Program scene N eo fo eee ee twice once once twice three times Fast forward and rewind SEARCH RAM DVD A DVD V During play Press lt lt or PP Audio will be heard during search for most discs You can turn this audio off if you want to page 29 Audio Audio during Search Motion picture parts only Dolby Digital only You can slow down or speed up play page 21 Slow motion play RAM Motion picture parts only While paused Press lt lt or PP Frame by frame viewing RAM Motion picture parts only While paused Press lt 4 or gt The frame changes each time you press the button The frames cha
38. er Focus Sound Field Control Super Surround E Store the settings 1 Make the settings 2 Press and hold C S M Gs E Recall the settings The unit recalls the settings when you play the disc again The settings are replaced if you change them e When you store settings for a 31st disc the earliest settings disappear Press C S M while CSM is lit and the settings return to those that were on before the settings are recalled Press C S M while CSM is out and you are playing a disc for which you stored settings and those settings are recalled Sound quality Re master Enjoying more natural sound AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX C m m GW CAA EYER co SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD Go FL DISPLAY Discs recorded with 2 channel LPCM at 44 1 kHz or 48 kHz 4 This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding the higher eer frequency signals not recorded on the disc O PERI Discs recorded at 44 1 kHz or 48 kHz This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording to D a ae give you a sound closer to the original mae 1 During play 9 9 Press DISPLAY until the unit information screen is displayed page 22 DISPLAY ry 9 Press i to select the audio menu E SUBWOOFER MUTING CSM SFC LEVEL LEVEL SsRND pop crocus Test OFF A8kHz Cc FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Re master aS Fa ow I Press lt gt to select Re master
39. erminals These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals PB PR and luminance signal Y separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors The description of the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor e g Y PB PR Y B Y R Y Y CB CrR Connect to terminals of the same color e After making this connection change the black level for a better picture page 29 Video Black Level Control COMPONENT VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Video cables not included To enjoy progressive video Connect to the component video 480P input terminals on a television compatible with this unit s copy guard system Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television Press PROGRESSIVE OUT on the main unit so PROGRESSIVE appears on the display page 13 All televisions manufactured by Panasonic and that have 480P input connectors are compatible Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of television E Connecting a television using the S VIDEO IN terminal S VIDEO OUT terminal S VIDEO IN The S VIDEO OUT terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal by separating the chrominance C and luminance Y signals Actual results depend on the television S video
40. etting 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 Center delay time Exit SELECT A ID v 0 ENTER RETURN Surround delay time 1 Press A V lt gt to select the delay time box and press ENTER 2 Press A V to adjust the delay time and press ENTER a SS eo bars ca See eit Values If distance or is greater than or equal to distance set to 0 If distance or is less than distance set as follows a Center speaker Setting Approx 50 cm 1 1 2 feet Approx 100 om 3 feet 3 feet Approx 150 cm 5 feet Approx 200 cm 6 feet ob Surround speakers Setting Approx 200 cm 6 feet Approx 400 om 12 fee Approx 600 om 18 fee When you are finished Press A V lt gt to select Exit and press ENTER Language code list Abkhazian Afar Afrikaans Albanian Ameharic Arabic Armenian Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Basque Bengali Bangla Bhutani Bihari Breton Bulgarian Burmese Chinese Corsican
41. f the soundtrack when changing soundiracks that are accompanied by still pictures Even if a second soundtrack isn t recorded two soundtrack numbers will normally be shown when you press AUDIO The soundtrack currently playing is number 1 Signal type data LPCM PPCM SifDigital DTS Signal type k kHz Sampling frequency b bit Number of bits Example 3 2 1 ch 1 LFE Low Frequency Effects Not displayed if there is no LFE signal 0 No surround 1 Mono surround ch channel Number of channels 2 Stereo surround left right 1 Center 2 Front left Front right 3 Front left Front right Center Motion picture parts only Discs with multiple subtitle languages You can change the subtitle language and turn the subtitles on and off RAM You can turn the subtitles on and off 1 During play Press DISPLAY until the disc information screen is displayed gt page 22 Example Subtitle Number Disc operations EE 2 Press lt gt to select Subtitle Number Example Je taime n some cases the subtitle language is not changed to the selected one immediately Refer to Audio Subtitle language page 22 for language abbreviations f the subtitles overlap closed captions recorded on discs turn the subtitles off To clear display the subtitles 1 Press lt to highlight the following icon DAA C 1 ENG 2 Press A V to select O
42. ged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 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 FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U S A Notice This product has parts that contains a small amount of mercury It also contains lead in some components Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance lt http www eiae org gt Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts Only for U S A To order accessories contact 1 800 332 5368 or the website http www panasonic com Only for Canada To order accessories
43. ght surround LSch Left surround 2 Press VOLUME or to set the volume level normally used for enjoying the source 3 Press A to increase or V to decrease L R 16 dB to 0 dB C RS LS 10 dB to 6 dB To stop the test signal press and hold TEST again E To adjust speaker level during play 1 Press CH SELECT to select the speaker Turn off the Super Surround setting when using Dolby Digital DTS page 26 Each time you press the button Lch gt Cch Rch RSch LSch gt SWch f SWch Subwoofer Sch is displayed on the unit when using the Super Surround setting Sch Surround speakers 2 Press A to increase or V to decrease L R 16 dB to 0 dB C RS LS S 10 dB to 6 dB SW 10 dB to 10 dB Sound field sound quality operations RQT6945 Sound field sound quality operations F RQT6945 Sound field AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD 210 ENTER FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL SKIP SLOW SEARCH TO ep ae D v CHA TOP MENU p MENU C 4 PLAY LIST DIRECT NAVIGATOR DISPLAY 5 RETURN TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL gt CH SELECT S SRND DOPL cCFOCUS TEST Cc SFC C FOCUS q N Z00M GROUP AUDIO j Super Surround Add surround effects to stereo sound Press S SRND Each time you press
44. he preferred subtitle language Automatic English French Spanish Other k k k gt Automatic If the language selected for Audio is not available subtitles of that language will automatically appear if available on that disc Menus Choose the preferred language for disc menus Ratings page 30 Set a ratings level to limit DVD Video play e The password screen is shown if you choose levels O to 7 or if you choose Ratings when levels 0 to 7 have been selected Select Level 0 to prevent play of discs that do not have ratings levels recorded on them TV Aspect page 12 Choose the setting to suit your television and preference TV Type page 12 Select to suit the type of television Still Mode Specify the type of picture shown when paused Black Level Control Change the black level of the picture if you connected a television through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals Speaker Setting page 30 Set the delay time for your center and surround speakers Dynamic Range Compression Dolby Digital only Change the dynamic range for late night viewing Audio during Search Choose whether to have sound during search Menu Language Choose the preferred language for these menus and the on screen messages On Screen Messages Choose whether to show on screen messages or not DVD Video Mode Select how to play pictures contained on some DVD Audio The setting returns to Off w
45. hen you remove the disc turn the unit off or change the source QUICK SETUP page 12 Answer questions to make basic settings English French Spanish Other x Setting ratings When level 8 is selected 8 No Limit All DVD Video can be played 1 to 7 Prohibits play of DVD Video with corresponding ratings recorded on them O Lock All Prohibits play of all DVD Video Changing ratings When level 0 7 is selected Unlock Player Change Level Change Password Temporary Unlock 4 3 Pan amp Scan 4 3 Letterbox Standard Direct View TV CRT Projector LCD TV Projector Projection TV Plasma TV Automatic Lighter when connected to a TV through the VIDEO OUT or S VIDEO OUT terminal Darker when connected to a TV through the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y PB PR terminals Other functions Multi channel Center 0 1 3 2 6 3 9 5 3 ms Surround L R 0 5 3 10 6 15 9 ms For clear dialog when listening at low volume On Off e This feature doesn t work for some discs Fran ais Espa ol Off DVD Audio are played as DVD Audio On DVD Video contents found on DVD Audio can be played Yes Menu language Audio language Subtitle language TV type TV aspect No RQT6945 Other functions E RQT6945 Changing settings AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD C gt DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH Numbered buttons REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL A CANCEL AV lt
46. ideo CDs or a single WMA MP3 file Chapter the smallest division on DVD Video Group collections of tracks on DVD Audio and equivalent to folders or albums on data discs Title the largest division on DVD Video usually an entire movie Program the division on DVD RAM equivalent to a single recording Play list a group of scenes on DVD RAM Scene DVD RAM program sections specified and grouped into play lists on a DVD video recorder Playing DVDs and Video CDs The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video CD has menus Read the disc s instructions carefully E CD R and CD RW discs This unit can play CD R RW audio recording disc recorded with CD DA video CD WMA or MP3 Finalize the disc after recording E DVD R discs Panasonic DVD R recorded and finalized on a Panasonic DVD video recorder are played as DVD Video on this unit A process that allows play on compatible equipment E DVD RAM discs DVD RAM discs must meet the following conditions for this unit to be able to play them e Non cartridge discs e Discs that can be removed from their cartridges TYPE 2 and 4 Getting started Capacity 12 cm 5 9 4 GB double sided and 4 7 GB single sided 8 cm 3 2 8 GB double sided Recording Discs recorded with DVD video recorders
47. ideo codes frames using these 3 picture types I Intra coded picture This picture has the best quality and is the best to use when adjusting the picture P Predictive coded picture This picture is calculated based on past or P pictures B Bidirectionally predictive coded picture This picture is calculated by comparing past and future and P pictures so it has the lowest volume of information Linear PCM pulse code modulation These are uncompressed digital signals similar to those found on CDs Playback control PBC If a Video CD has playback control you can select scenes and information with menus WMA MP3 and CD text information Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 except for extended formats This unit is compatible with multi session but if there are a lot of sessions it takes more time for play to start Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this The order tracks appear in the menus may differ to the order shown on your computer Noise may occur when playing WMA files You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected This unit is not compatible with ID3 tags f you play an MP3 track that includes still picture data it will take some time before the music itself starts playing and the elapsed time will not be displayed during this time Even after the track starts the correct play time will not be displayed Order of play Give folders and files names 3 digi
48. interlace output Check the settings in the On Screen Menu Icons Picture Menu The U1 settings do not work on the images from PAL system DVD Audio e Mobile telephone chargers can cause some disturbance The location and orientation of the antenna are incorrect If you are using an indoor antenna change to an outdoor antenna The television antenna wire is too close to the unit Separate the antenna wire of the television from the unit Change the zoom ratio to x 1 00 With the on screen menu icons change Subtitle Position to 0 or change 4 3 Aspect to Normal e Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna Turn the television off or separate it from the unit e Use an outdoor antenna Turn the television off or separate it from the unit Separate the antenna from other cables and cords Turn the television off or separate it from the unit Y Q o pae 2 x RQT6945 Reference E RQT6945 Troubleshooting guide Unit displays The display is dark Press and hold DIMMER to brighten the display NO PLAY You inserted a disc the unit cannot play insert one it can You inserted a blank DVD RAM NO DISC You haven t inserted a disc insert one You haven t inserted the disc correctly insert it correctly F61 Check and correct the speaker cord connections If this does not fix the problem there is a power suppl
49. is saved even if you turn the unit off change the source or open the loading tray When you turn the unit on reselect DVD CD or reinsert the disc whose position you memorized RESUME lights on the display Press gt play to start play from the memorized position The position is cleared You can memorize positions on up to five different discs at a time When you memorize another position the earliest position is replaced Resume function RESUME lights on the display when the unit has recorded the position at which you stopped play Press P play to start play from that position The position is cleared when you Turn the unit off Select another source or open the loading tray e Press I to clear the position Chapter Preview DVD V The following message appears immediately after you press P play when RESUME is displayed Press P play while the message is displayed and the beginning portions of each chapter up to the current one are played Full play resumes from the point where you pressed W or POSITION MEMORY Press PLAY to Preview Chapters RQT6945 This feature works only within a title 14 If you do not press gt play the message disappears and play starts from where you pressed W or POSITION MEMORY When a menu appears on the television Press the numbered buttons to select an item To select a 2 digit number Example To select it
50. kHz 10 kHz steps DISC SECTION Disc played DVD AUDIO DVD VIDEO DVD RAM DVD R DVD VIDEO formatted discs CD CD DA VIDEO CD CD R RW CD DA VIDEO CD WMA MP3 formatted discs Audio Number of channels Video Signal system Output terminal 5 1 FL FR SL SR C SW NTSC RCA composite video S terminal Y C Component video terminals Y PB PR Pick up Beam Source Semiconductor Laser Wavelength DVD 658 nm VCD CD 790 nm GENERAL Power supply AC 120 V 60 Hz Power consumption 210 W Power consumption in standby mode 0 5 W Dimensions W x H x D 250 x 1 063 x 250 mm 9 27 32 x 41 7 8 x 9 27 32 including protrusions Mass 7 8 kg 17 2 Ib SPEAKER SECTION Type 2 way 2 speaker Bass ref Speakers Full range 6 5 cm 2 1 2 cone type Super tweeter Piezo type Impedance 6 Q Input power 60 W Music Output sound pressure level 79 dB W 1 0 m Crossover frequency 10 kHz Frequency range 85 Hz 25 kHz 16 dB 90 Hz 22 kHz 10 dB 250 x 1 062 x 250 mm 9 27 32 x 41 25 32 x 9 27 32 Dimensions W x H x D stand and base fitted Mass 4 1 kg 9 0 Ib stand and base fitted Type 3 way 5 speaker Bass ref Speakers Woofer 5 cm 2 cone type x 4 Tweeter 2 5 cm 1 semi dome type Impedance 6 Q Input power with filter 200 W Music Output sound pressure level 82 dB W 1 0 m Crossover frequency 3 5 kHz 5 0 kHz Frequency range 130 Hz 50 kHz 16 dB 150 Hz 45 kHz 10 dB
51. kground e You can select programs with the numbered buttons To select a 2 digit number Example 23 210 gt 2 3 3 Press ENTER The program being played in the background continues To clear the program list Press DIRECT NAVIGATOR Titles appear only if you have entered them You cannot change program and disc titles Using the play list menu You can play a group of scenes a play list created on other equipment such as a DVD video recorder 1 Press PLAY LIST PLAY LIST No Date Length Title 1 10 17 0 46 35 oS 2 10 24 0 0915 3 11 29 0 12 32 4 12 22 0 07 30 0 9 SELECT NUMBER SELECT lt b y ENTER RETURN 2 Press A V to select the play list You can select play lists with the numbered buttons To select a 2 digit number Example 23 210 gt 2 3 3 Press ENTER to start play To clear the play list screen Press PLAY LIST Using On Screen Menu Icons AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH Numbered buttons REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL SLOW SEARCH SKIP MD D GSD O Vv CHA AV lt gt ENTER DISPLAY RETURN D H SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO GW DVD A DVD V On Screen Menu Icons are menus that contain information abou
52. l lines Color 7 to 7 Adjust the shade of the picture s color Gamma 0 to 5 Emphasis of outlines Only when PROGRESSIVE is on 2 Q pee 1 gt above Disc operations EE RQT6945 Radio operations m RQT6945 The radio AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD CC TUNER BAND FL DISPLAY DIMMER MIX 2CH Numbered buttons REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL SKIP SLOW SEARCH Ce alae Oo AN CD D SLOW SEARCH lt lt gt gt TOP MENU F MENU C D DIRECT PLAY LIST NAVIGATOR ENTER n cs a VOLUME SUBWOOFEH 4 MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND OOPL CFOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO FM MODE a C Manual tuning 1 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or AM 2 Press lt lt or gt P to select the frequency of the required station TUNED Displayed when a radio station is tuned ST Displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received Press and hold lt 4 or gt P until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning Tuning stops when a station is found 3 Adjust the volume E if noise is excessive in FM Press FM MODE to display MONO Press FM MODE again to cancel the mode The mode is also canceled when you changed the frequency E FM frequency step The step is factory set to 0 2 MHz but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated
53. m you want to clear with A V 2 Press CANCEL or select Clear with A V lt gt and press ENTER To clear the whole program Select Clear all with A V lt gt and press ENTER Note Times are not displayed while programming e The program is cleared when you switch the unit to standby open the loading tray select another source or exit the program mode by pressing PLAY MODE Random play 1 Press the numbered buttons to select a title or group Example PAAY Random Playback Title 1 B Press PLAY to start You can select more than one group To enter all groups select All using lt gt and press ENTER e To deselect a group press the numbered buttons corresponding to the group you want to clear 2 Press gt play 19 bki e or is displayed instead of the language number in circumstances such as when no language is recorded on the disc RAM DVD A DVD V Discs with multiple soundtracks During play Press AUDIO The number changes each time you press the button RAM Signal type data gt below K i Digital Elengish 3 2 1 ch Number of channels Audio language below Soundtrack selected Soundtrack playing LR gt L gt R to You can also use this button to turn the vocals on and off on karaoke discs Read the disc s instructions for details Play restarts from the beginning o
54. mal mode eS Soft mode Soft picture with fewer video artifacts eF Fine mode Details are sharper C1 Mellows images and enhances detail in dark scenes e C2 Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes e U1 U2 U3 User mode below Video output mode e 480l Interlace video e 480P Progressive video PROGRESSIVE is on Transfer mode Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played Auto1 normal for viewing film material e Auto2 for viewing film material the same as Auto 1 but able to convert 30 frame per second progressive video e Video for video material To change the user mode 1 Select User mode and press P to highlight the number 2 Press A V to select 1 2 or 3 U1 MPEG D N R Digital Noise Reduction Depth Enhancer 0 to 4 Reduces the rough noise in the background to give a greater feeling of depth 3D NR 0 to 4 Dot NR On Reduces overall noise Reduces the dot noise that occurs at the borders between colors Block NR 0 to 3 Smoothes block noise Mosquito NR 0 to 3 Reduces the smudging that appears around contrasting sections of the picture Contrast 7 to 7 Increases the contrast between light and dark parts of the picture Brightness 0 to 15 Brightens the picture Sharpness 7 to 7 Adjusts the sharpness of the edges of the horizonta
55. n switch the unit on Causes include Shorting bare wires touching of positive and negative speaker wires Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation An AC power supply cord or fluorescent light is near the subwoofer Keep other appliances and cords away from the subwoofer Some distortion is normal during SEARCH Check the connection Make sure the television is on Ensure the television s video input setting e g VIDEO 1 is correct e Go to Video in the SETUP menus and change TV Aspect to suit your television e Use the television to change the aspect to the correct one If your television cannot change the aspect when input is progressive try changing 4 3 Aspect with the on screen menu icons e Ensure that the unit is connected directly to the television and is not connected through a video cassette recorder Connect to the component video 480P input terminals on a television compatible with this unit s copy guard system You cannot view progressive video if your television is not compatible Change the size with the variable zoom function The images on PAL system DVD Audio are compressed for display They may also appear vertically stretched Press PROGRESSIVE OUT so the indicator goes out This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVD Video but should be corrected if you use
56. n the channels so realistic sound effects are possible Dynamic range Dynamic range is the difference between the lowest level of sound that can be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of sound before distortion occurs Film and video DVD Videos are recorded using either film or video Usually film is recorded at 24 frames per second the rate movies are filmed at while video is recorded at 30 frames per second Frame still and field still Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture There are about 30 frames shown each second One frame is made up of two fields A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames A still is shown when you pause a moving picture A frame still is made up of two alternating fields so the picture may appear blurred but overall quality is high A field still is not blurred but it has only half the information of a frame still so picture quality is lower Interlace and progressive output NTSC the video signal standard has 480 interlaced l scan lines whereas progressive scanning uses twice the number of scan lines This is called 480P The video signals output from this unit s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals Y PB PR allow you to enjoy higher quality pictures than if the signals were output from the VIDEO OUT terminal or S VIDEO OUT terminal P B MPEG 2 the video compression standard adopted for use with DVD V
57. nge in succession if you press and hold the button Pressing Il also activates forward frame by frame Notes e The speed of search and slow motion increases up to 5 steps Press gt play to restart play You cannot move backwards with Video CD during frame by frame and slow motion When playing Video CDs with playback control Pressing buttons to perform skip search or slow motion may take you to a menu screen Starting play from a selected item RAM DVD A DVD V Press the numbered buttons to select the item Play starts from the selected item To select a 2 digit number Example To select track 23 press 210 gt 2 3 MP3 2 3 gt ENTER This works only when stopped with some discs Repeat play RAM During play Press REPEAT Each time you press the button O Program All Entire disc gt Off During play list play Scene Playlist Off Chapter Title Off Track All Entire disc Off Track Group Off During all group PLYN program and random play All is displayed E To repeat only your favorite tracks chapters Start program play page 16 and press REPEAT to select the repeat mode A B repeat play RAM DVD A DVD V You can repeat a section between points A and B within a program title or track 1 During play Press DISPLAY until the unit information screen is displayed gt page 22
58. nit is connected to the AC mains supply this indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on 6 Loading TAY icicecyassssicdiines saxcnocepaansnieehwnaencdveassnstdcangndedsceomepensontoxt 13 63 Display Headphone jack PHONES ccccccccccesccsseeesseesseessetens 28 65 Remote control signal sensor AC supply indicator AC IN This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply Simple setup step 1 Speaker assembly Preparing the front and surround speakers The speaker units stands and bases for the front and surround speakers are the same Only the lengths of the cables are different 4 Speaker units 4 Stands 4 Bases 2 Short cables 2 Long cables 8 Screws for FRONT L R for SURROUND L R Simple setup E Stand Base Speaker nit Stand Connect the speaker cables Confirm screw is Approx securely fastened NLE 120 mm 4 3 4 Place into groove Position wire in grooves as necessary avoiding knots Oma the Confirm screw is YAPA speaker cables securely fastened Speaker unit Stand Base 1 Fit into groove 5 Place into groove Preparing the center speaker 1 Short cable 1 Sheet of speaker Connect the for CENTER feet 4 feet per sheet speaker cables gt above RQT6945 7 Q a Q T RQT6945 Simple setup STEP 2 Positioning 1 At
59. not use scratch proof protectors or covers e Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market RQT6945 Getting started E RQT6945 Control reference guide AV SYFTEN TV VCR AUX o IR __ SLEEP TV VIDEOJTUNER BAND DVD CD SFC LEVEL CH SELECT aa FM MUDE GROUP AUDIO E m Panasonic Subwoofer Remote control Standby on switch 0 0 cccccc ccc cccceeceessecsseecseseeeeeeeseeeeens 12 2 Sleep button SLEEP 00 ccccccccccccceeecsseecesseeesseseeseeeees 28 3 FL display Dimmer button FL DISPLAY DIMMER 25 28 4 Play mode Mix 2ch button PLAY MODE MIX 2CH cc ccccccccceeceeceeseeeeeee ees 16 25 5 Repeat button REPEAT c e 15 6 Cancel button CANCEL o e 16 7 Position memory button POSITION MEMORY 14 Skip Preset channel TV channel buttons Kia gt P SKIP V CH N ounce cece ee eeeeeeeeees 14 24 32 9 Basic operation buttons 0 cccccccscceeeceeeeesteseseeeeeeeneen 13 Top menu Direct navigator button TOP MENU DIRECT NAVIGATOR ccseeeeeees 14 20 1 Cursor buttons A V lt gt Enter button ENTER 12 2 Display TV volume down button DISPLAY TV VOL cccccccsccccsceeeeececeeeeececeeeecsceeess 21 32 3 Volume buttons VOLUME
60. nter speaker on a rack or shelf Subwoofer Place to the right of the television on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it won t cause vibration Leave 10 cm 4 on the right for the woofer to be effective Leave 10 cm 4 at the rear for ventilation Notes on speaker use You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage When playing distorted sound When the speakers are receiving howling from a record player noise from FM broadcasts or continuous signals from an oscillator test disc or electronic instrument When adjusting the sound quality When turning the unit on or off If irregular coloring occurs on your television These speakers are designed to be used close to a television but the picture may be affected with some televisions and set up combinations If this occurs turn the television off for about 30 minutes The television s demagnetizing function should correct the problem If it persists move the speakers further away from the television Caution Use the speakers only with the recommended system Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and or the speakers and may result in the risk of fire Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance e Do not attach these speakers to w
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62. o Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems Inc US Pat No 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 and other world wide patents issued and pending DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Copyright 1996 2000 Digital Theater Systems Inc All rights reserved Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 and 4 819 098 licensed for limited viewing uses only This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Reference EE User memo The model number and serial number of this product can be DATE OF PURCHASE Do pe ae s Ta 7 GAN i ee and keep for DEALER NAME i P future reference DEALER ADDRESS SC ST1 MODEL NUMBER TELEPHONE NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER RQT6945 Limited Warranty U S A Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Sales Company
63. ping items Fast forward and rewind SEARCH 14 SIOW MOTION play ccseeeeeeeeceeeeseeeeeceaneeseeeeeeesneeeeeeeeseeeseeeeneesnas 14 Frame by frame ViQWING ccccceeeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeaaaaaees 15 Starting play from a selected item Repeat play cccccccees 15 A B repeat play Selecting groups to play ccccssssseeeeeeeeneeeees 15 Discs Convenient fuNCtiONS c ccc cceceseeeteeenteeees 16 All group play Program play Random play ccccsssssseeeeeeeseeeees 16 Soundtracks Subtttles ccccccccccececssssseeeeceeeesseeeeeeseeseeeeeseeeas 17 Marking places to play again Variable zoom function 18 WMA MP3 and CD text navigation menus 19 Playing the programs or play lists on DVD RAM 20 Selecting a program to play DIRECT NAVIGATOR 5 20 Using the play list Menu siccsicssnescietsncxcnvessenedessetce teins nassincadetoaanededs 20 Using On Screen Menu ICONSG c ccc eeeeeeeeeteee 21 Common procedures Progress indicator eeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 21 Disc information Unit information ccssccceeeeseeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeees 22 Radio operations THe radio e E E E 24 Manual tuning Preset tuning cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaneeeeeeeeeeeeeees 24 Sound field sound quality operations Sound field ressone aeaii 25 Dolby Digital and DTS Dolby Pro LOGI
64. r 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 The servicer will require all components to service your system Therefore should service ever be necessary be sure to bring the entire system Product information For product information or assistance with product operation In the U S A contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1 800 211 7262 or e mail consumerproducts panasonic com or the website http Awww panasonic com 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 Maintenance If the surfaces are dirty Before moving the unit ensure the loading tray is empty To clean this unit wipe with a soft dry cloth Failure to do so will risk severely damaging the disc and the Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit unit
65. riod there will be no charge for parts You must carry in or mail in your prod uct 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 pur chase date is required for warranty service One 1 year Not Applicable 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 the website http www panasonic com For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company 787 750 4300 or fax 787 768 2910 Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in 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 adjust ments 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 prod
66. rround R Center Subwoofer Main unit Catch facing right other cables through the removable cavity You can also pass To disconnect Press the catch and pull out Fit the cover Catch facing out To disconnect Press the catch and pull out RQT6945 ER AM loop antenna TO Su eee 7 To household AC outlet AC 120 V 60 Hz 6 I AC power supply cord Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete Conserving power The unit consumes power approx 0 5 W even when it is turned off with POWER To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time unplug it from the household AC outlet Remember to reset the radio stations and any other memory items before using the unit again Information you enter into the unit s memory remains intact for up to 2 weeks after the AC power supply cord is disconnected 4 FM indoor antenna Adhesive tape Place the antenna where reception is best Stand the antenna up on its base Keep loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords E Connecting a television using the VIDEO IN terminal Connect directly to your television Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder because the picture may not be played correctly due to the copy guard Television VIDEO IN Video cable E Connecting a television using the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals COMPONENT VIDEO OUT t
67. s for all group program and random play While stopped Press PLAY MODE Each time you press the button All group PILAN Program Random Off Normal play If you select bonus groups you will have to enter a password page 15 All group play Press gt play Program play You can select up to 32 items to play in the order you choose Example PAMPAY PROGRAM Choose a title and chapter then press ENTER gl No T C Time O 1 Play pp a Clear Clear all i SELECT NUMBER SELECT A jib DA ENTER RETURN Press PLAY to start 1 Press the numbered buttons to select a title chapter group or track wma mP3 then press ENTER Example so P 0 TTL CHAP PGM L L Title No Chapter No Program No To select a 2 digit number Example To select item 25 press 210 2 5 MP3 2 gt 5 gt ENTER e Repeat this step to program other items e To select an item using the cursor buttons Press ENTER and A V to select an item then press ENTER again to register the number All the items in the selected disc title or group are selected when you select ALL 2 Press gt play To add or change the program Press A V to select an available item then repeat step 1 To move to the page before or after the one shown Press lt lt gt P To clear an item 1 Select the ite
68. t the disc or unit These menus allow you to perform operations by changing this information 1 Press DISPLAY Each time you press the button Disc information page 22 Progress indicator right y Unit information page 22 Original display 2 While the leftmost icon is highlighted Press A V to select the menu Each time you press the button Play menu A y Display menu Audio menu A v Picture menu 3 Press lt gt to select the item 4 Press A V to select the setting Items with A or Y above and below can be changed by A V ePress ENTER if the setting does not change after pressing A V e Some items require different operations Read the explanations on the following pages For your reference e Depending on the condition of the unit playing stopped etc and the type of software you are playing there are some items that you cannot select or change e When numbers are displayed e g title No the numbered buttons are also effective for setting After entering the numbers press ENTER to register the setting To clear the menus Press RETURN until the menus disappear E To change the position of the icons 1 Press lt gt to select the rightmost icon 2 Press A V to move the icons There are 5 positions Progress indicator Indicates how far you have played through an item Example PAPAY Disc operations EE
69. t V1 or V2 to duet with the ENTER Numbered Time GI CEA EXE paltoni Select a position to start play by specifying a time ENTER Disc operations E Current bitrate kbps Current sampling frequency kHz Display only Changing the time display RAM DVD A DVD V Audio mode GIN WMA MP3 Display only Elapsed play time for the program play list title or track a tl fen playback control only Pisplay enly Remaining time for the group PAPEN or disc CD Still picture number t e T eee re o return to page 1 Remaining time for the program play list title or track 4 gt Select Return gt ENTER Soundtrack GZ page 17 SHcesniow Display only Picture number Subtitle language page 17 Audio Subtitle language Subtitle on off GW LILAA DYES English SVE Swedish CHI Chinese Track information on off CD text only French NOR Norwegian KOR Korean German DAN Danish MAL Malay Italian POR Portuguese VIE Vietnamese Spanish RUS Russian THA Thai Dutch JPN Japanese x Others Unit information A B repeat page 15 ENTER Re master page 27 RAM DVD A DVD V RAM Repeat mode page 15 Dialogue Enhancer on off RAM DVD A DVD V Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center Play mode gt page 16 channel This makes the dialogue in movies easier to hear Normal play PGM Program play Display only RND Random play
70. t number prefixes in the order you want to play them Extension i 004track wma or WMA The extension for MP3 is mp3 or MP3 CD text only When making your own CD text discs The unit plays the tracks in the order you record them so you do not have to give titles number prefixes Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Designed for Windows Media WMA is a compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation It achieves the same sound quality as MP3 with a file size that is smaller than that of MP3 MPEG Layer 3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power 10 total harmonic distortion 1 kHz Front 40 W per channel 6 Q Surround 50 W per channel 6 Q Center 120 W 6 Q 100 Hz Subwoofer 200 W 4 Q RMS Total Output Power 500 W FTC Output Power 1 0 total harmonic distortion 120 Hz 20 kHz Front 27 W per channel 6 Q Surround 27 W per channel 6 Q Center 62 W 6 Q 45 Hz 120 Hz Subwoofer 130 W 4 Q FTC Total Output Power 300 W Input sensitivity input impedance VCR AUX 350 mV 10 kQ TV 350 mV 10 kQ FM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 87 9 107 9 MHz 200 kHz steps 87 5 108 0 MHz 100 kHz steps Antenna terminals 75 Q unbalanced AM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 520 1710
71. t start or stops immediately when you press gt play Cannot eject disc Cannot select alternative languages No menu play No subtitles The position of the subtitles is incorrect Soundtrack and or subtitle language is not the one selected with the SETUP menus Cannot change angle The SETUP menu cannot be accessed Cannot add markers There are already markers RNU Marker numbers added are different when called up GUJ Cannot select random or program play Folders deeper than the eighth layer on a data CD are not displayed correctly You have forgotten your ratings password Reset all the SETUP settings to Factory Preset Insert the AC power supply cord and system cable securely The unit was switched to standby by the sleep timer Some operations may be prohibited by the disc The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning static electricity or some other external factor Reset procedure Press to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON Alternatively press to switch the unit to the standby mode disconnect the AC power supply cord and then reconnect it Check that the batteries are installed correctly The batteries are depleted Replace them with new ones Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate e Press TV first to operate the television e Condensation has formed Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to ev
72. t this step to enter O V and E Press k lt gt P to skip between A E I O and U Only uppercase appear but the search also includes lower case Press lt 4 to erase a character You can erase the asterisk x to search for the first word in a title You can enter numbers with the numbered buttons Press gt to select Find and press ENTER The search results screen appears Press A V to select the track and press ENTER To return to the navigation menu Press RETURN To use the tree screen to find a group 1 Press gt while a track is highlighted to display a tree screen MENU G SELECT NUMBER SELECT A 8 T 14 Total 123 ENTER RETURN 001 My favorite 001 Brazilian pops 002 Chinese pops 003 Czech pops 004 Hungarian pops 006 Japanese pops 007 Mexican pops 008 Philippine pops 009 Swedish pops L 001 Momoko 002 Standard number 001 Piano solo 002 Vocal You cannot select groups that contain non compatible files 2 Press A V lt gt to select a group and press ENTER The navigation menu for the group appears To return to the navigation menu Press RETURN To use the contents screen to find a track CD text only You can use the text information recorded on these discs to find a track to play 1 Press gt while a track is highlighted to displa
73. tach the stickers to the cables Front L short cable 1 Sheet of speaker cable stickers Setup example D Front R Main unit sS s a C D Front L O Surround L Use only supplied speakers Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface The speaker nets cannot be removed Positioning for best effect How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field Note the following points e Place speakers on flat secure bases e Placing speakers too close to floors walls and corners can result in excessive bass Cover walls and windows with thick curtain Surround L Subwoofer 4 Surround R The front and surround speakers are the same Use those you have connected the short cords to as front speakers and those you have connected the long cords to as surround speakers e Place the front center and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position The angles in the diagram are approximate Keep your speakers at least 10 mm 13 82 away from the system for proper ventilation Center speaker Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the television Put the ce
74. the button MUSIC MOVIE OFF Ld You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best surround effect page 25 Speaker level adjustments Turn Super Surround off when playing a DVD recorded with Dolby Digital or DTS The surround effects will not be reproduced correctly if this is left on Dolby Pro Logic page 25 switches off Sound Field Control Press SFC to select a setting GD Each time you press the button HEAVY Adds punch to rock CLEAR Clarifies higher sounds SOFT For background music DISCO Reverberates sound to make you feel like you were in a disco LIVE Makes vocals more alive HALL Expands sound to make you feel like you were in a hall FLAT Canceled no effect is added factory preset To check the current setting Press SFC Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television Press C FOCUS Each time you press the button CENTER FOCUS 1 Normal gt CENTER FOCUS 2 Enhanced L oral This does not work when Super Surround is turned on This will have less effect when Dolby Pro Logic is turned on C gt Custom Sound Memory Store the sound settings Store the sound settings for a disc so the unit recalls them the next time you play it Number of discs 30 Settings Dolby Pro Logic Subwoofer level Cent
75. uct 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 ex cludes 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 you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others 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 warrantors 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 U S A For Product Information Operating Assistance Liter
76. w or other convenient location 5 12 m 16 39 feet Rear of main unit Leave the loop FM outdoor antenna a antenna Disconnect the FM indoor antenna S connected The antenna should be installed by a competent technician Rework your outdoor antenna s 75 Q coaxial cable as follows 2 53 When po AMANT EXT PE FMANT 750 1 7 1 Antenna plug Jl included 75 Q coaxial cable not included Remove a piece of the 2 Carefully pull the tabs Install the coaxial cable Attach the cover outer vinyl insulator apart to remove the cover Clamp the cable conductor RR and wind it on so that it does 9 not contact anything else TEL mm 13 32 T i Peel back 10 mm 13 32 ES NE Clamp with pliers 7 mm 9 32 i RQT6945 Other functions E Operating a television or video cassette recorder You can use the remote control to operate a Panasonic television or a video cassette recorder Some models cannot be operated by this remote control AV SYSTEM pe wi Zz VCR AUX D TV VIDEO DIRECT NAVIGATOR TOP MENU A C 4 TV VOL VOLUME SUBWOOFER MUTING CSM SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND DOPL CFOCUS TEST ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Operating a television Preparation Face the remote control at this unit and press TV The button lights and TV appears on the unit s display You can now operate the television Face the remote control at the
77. y problem Call 1 800 211 PANA DVD U11 e Disc is dirty Wipe it clean ERROR Incorrect operation performed Read the instructions and try again DVD HUL Trouble may have occurred The number following H depends on the status of the unit JU stands for a number Reset procedure Press to switch the unit to the standby mode and then back to ON Alternatively press to switch the unit to the standby mode disconnect the AC power supply cord and then reconnect it f the service numbers fail to clear note the service number and contact a qualified service person CLOSE ERR Try setting the disc into place again Television displays No on screen display Go to Display in the SETUP menus and select On for On Screen Messages On Screen Menu Icons not Press A V while the rightmost icon is highlighted to move them down displayed or only partially displayed on the television The disc s menu is displayed in a Go to Disc in the SETUP menus and select the preferred language for Menus different language Product Service 1 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 o
78. y the contents screen MENU SELECT A Ja v ENTER RETURN Contents Disc Title Artist e SHIPWRECKED e ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK Track 10 Title Artist e Pink Island e Long John Platinum 2 Press lt gt to move through the tracks and press ENTER See page 34 for details about WMA MP3 and CD text Disc operations RQT6945 Disc operations E RQT6945 Playing the programs or play lists on DVD RAM AV SYSTEM TV VCR AUX SLEEP TV VIDEO TUNER BAND DVD CD FL DISPLAY DIMMER PLAY MODE MIX 2CH Numbered buttons REPEAT POSITION MEMORY CANCEL DIR ECT TOP MENU MENU NAVIGATOR Q O PLAY LIST DIRECT PLAY LIST Ava gt NAVIGATOR DISPLAY RETURN TV VOL TV VOL VOLUME SUBWOOFER MUTING C S M SFC LEVEL CH SELECT S SRND OOPL FOCUS TEST FM MODE SETUP ZOOM GROUP AUDIO Selecting a program to play DIRECT NAVIGATOR Use the program list to find programs to play 1 Press DIRECT NAVIGATOR CVA HREGTNAVGATOR ay 2 eX A Si No Date On Program Title A 1 12 23 SAT 21 02 Saturday feature 2 12 26 TUE 14 35 Auto action 3 112 FRI 20 00 Sunday Cinema 4 1 24weED 19 30 Music 5 mue 19 05 Baseball 0 9 SELECT A SELECT NUMBER ENTER V O RETURN M Used 1 32 50 2 Press A V to select the program The selected program plays in the bac

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