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1. Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product Before connecting operating or adjusting this product please read these instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference Panasonic Home Theater Audio System Operating Instructions Model No SC H T400 Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 0 00000 0 00 2 Supplied accessories cece eceeeeteeseseeeeeeteteeateeees 3 The remote control 0 0 0 0 cece cece ceeeeecessesecssesseesteseesesense 3 Speaker connections 4 Equipment connections 6 Settings 8 Basic operations 10 Control guide o oo eee ce eeeeteeeeseeeeeeneeeeeseaeseeteeeeeneneeeees 12 Presetting Other settings Making a recording 15 Using outdoor antennas eee 15 Troubleshooting guide ccceccccceeeseeeeteteeeeeeeeeeeteeees 16 MaintOnanCe isisi ccccse cise chance eadairan ennai Specifications Warranty U S A Product Service 0 0 0 0 cccccccececseeseeeseseeeeeeeeseeeeeeeseseeeeneeeeeteeees Servicenter List U S A 0 ceeeeeteseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 19 Listening caution 0 0 00 ccc ceeeteeeeeeeeeeteeeees Back cover RQT6361 P RQT6361 _ N IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below Keep these o
2. Ci gt e I _ ILI_I gt CD Tape deck and antennas Antennas Tape deck D E PLAY OUT FM indoor antenna included Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best Adhesive tape e A REC IN If you have a graphic equalizer connect it to the TAPE terminals AM loop antenna included svo 8 OER OO ONF OON Using the stand Attach to the stand and place on a flat surface 200 DIGITAL IN De o Be DO une OPTI ALI OPTICAL COAXIAL OUT DIGITAL OUT Keep the antenna cord away from tape decks DVD players and other cords Outdoor antennas page 15 CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT The cooling fan operates at high power output levels only SPEAKERS HAUT PARLEURS SWITCHED AC outlet Power to the outlet is controlled by the power switch of this unit Audio equipment rated up to a maximum of 80 W can be connected here If equipment exceeding this rating is connected the outlet may be rendered inoperable Consult your dealer to replace RROD COMER FRONT paie eee AC power supply cord th
3. SFC MODE Notes on using the Digital Signal Processor The digital signal processor DSP in this unit can decode Dolby Digital and DTS digital signals It automatically determines the type of signal PCM Dolby Digital or DTS and processes it accordingly This unit cannot process other digital signal formats such as PCM signals with sampling frequencies of 96 kHz and 192 kHz and MPEG This unit cannot decode Dolby Digital RF radio frequency signals from a laser disc player VOLUME SFC MODE UP INPUT SELECTOR SOUND MODE C PROLOGIC I omen C MOVIE Use this mode when playing movie software especially videotapes recorded in Dolby Surround MUSIC Adds surround effects to stereo sources PANORAMA Sound is spread more so you feel like you are surrounded by music HALL Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall CLUB Conveys the exciting and intimate atmosphere of a jazz club LIVE Brings you up close for live stage performance and smoother vocals THEATER Recreates natural sound ambience and direction SIM SURR Simulated Surround Heightens the sensation of expanded space with stereo sources and augments monaural sources PARTY This mode uses the front and surround speakers so that sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing 1 4 6 210 ENTER ecco nf L
4. If this occur 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 5 Connecting the speakers to the receiver Speaker cords Connect the cords so the numbers on the stickers match the numbers under the terminals Connect the red cords to the red terminals and the black cords to the black terminals e Ensure the wire of the cords are fully inserted so they do not touch each other and short circuit e After you have completed set up and connection wind the excess cord and keep together with string SURROUND L SPEAKERS HAUT PARLEURS Attaching to a wall Attaching to speaker stands To attach vertically Rubber feet included 30 35 mm Uy Y 1 3 16 to 1 3 8 7 5 9 5 mm Screw not included 7 9 mm 9 32 to 23 64 A 4 11 64 E or 3 Rubber feet included Screw not included To attach horizontally Screw not included Rubber feet included 106 mm 4 11 64 30 35 mm Cn UY Y 1 3 16 to 1 3 8 e p T 7 5 9 5mm ge gt Eol 7 9 mm 9 32 to 23 64 Attach four rubber feet to each speaker ensuring they do not cover the holes Screw the wood screw into a thick and hard part of the wall
5. The surface you attach the speakers to must be able to support over 10 kg 22 Ib Consult your dealer for details 5 mm Pitch 0 8 mm lt A 60 mm 2 23 64 O t R Attach the stands with these holes Plate thickness 7 to 10 mm 9 32 25 64 Speaker stands not included Ensure the following conditions are met when you purchase your speaker stands e Screw diameter 5 mm pitch 0 8 mm length thickness of stand plate plus between 7 and 10 mm e Distance between the centers of the holes 60 mm The stands must be able to support over 10 kg 22 Ib e The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high position Caution e Use the speakers only with the recommended system Failure to do so may lead to damage the amplifier and or the speakers and may result in the risk of fire Consult a qualified service person if damage has occured or if you experience a sudden change in performance e Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual Speaker notes e 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 microphone or record player noise from FM broadcasts or continuous signals from
6. You can turn the brand plate if you want to set up the small speakers laying on their sides Ensure the plate doesn t get caught on the net when you turn it The speaker nets cannot be removed gt Panasonic Set up the speakers so the numbers on the attached stickers correspond to the positions shown in the diagram Positioning for best effect How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field 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 Keep your speakers at least 10 mm 13 32 away from the system for proper ventilation Front speakers left right Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height Center speaker Place underneath or above the center of the TV Surround speakers left right Place slightly behind the seating area about one meter 3 feet higher than ear level Subwoofer The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is ata reasonable distance from the TV The front center and surround speakers should be placed at approximately the same distance from the seating area The angles in the diagram are approximate 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
7. Band select FM mode select button Memory button MEMORY BAND FM MODE For presetting radio stations For switching between AM and FM If reception is poor in FM press and hold until MONO appears to SFC mode select buttons switch to monaural mode SFC MODE lt gt For selecting the SFC mode Help reset button HELP RESET Press if an error message appears A message offering a possible solution scrolls across the display To reinitiate the unit s settings press and hold until RESET appears Standby on button POWER I Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa In standby mode the unit is still consuming a small amount of power POWER Speaker on off button SPEAKERS cuon Turning the speakers off automatically engages the STEREO mode when listening through headphones for example onl SPEAKERS HELP BAND EH Headphone jack PHONES RESET FM MODE MEMORY Plug type 6 3 mm 1 4 stereo 6 oP DOLBY Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearin TUNING PODEN damage ak j EP PR Pur PHONES Tuning buttons TUNING V A C For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning Tuning stops when a station is found eS 7 Tuning intervals FM 0 2 MHz AM 10 kHz Preset channel button PRESET Press
8. FRONT CENTER and SURROUND SMALL If you disconnect the subwoofer SUB WFR select NO Otherwise leave the setting as YES Press at the same time to enter the setting mode Change this setting only if you replace the included speakers You can change the cut off for the bass output from the front speakers You can raise the cut off from 100 Hz to either 150 Hz or 200 Hz The optimum setting for these speakers is 150 Hz SFC MODE VOLUME a i Select Select the speaker Change the DISTANCE setting lt SFC MODE gt gt SFC MODE b Sane a Press at the same SR a Og time to exit the Repeat for each speaker channel setting mode Select D INPUT Select the input Change the s gt Soone position setting INPUT SELECTOR lt SFC MODE b Pia A Mm 0 far a 4 a ee eee ae Output the signal Adjust the main Adjust the level Stop the test The speakers output a signal volume Press LEVEL to select the signal in order for about two seconds speaker channel then press each or TEST TEST ae O mee ee p f JS 0 Speakers set as NONE or Repeat for each NO ara
9. Impedance 8Q Input power MUSIC 200 W DIN 100 W Sound pressure level Frequency range 80 dB W 1 0 m 39 Hz 1 9 kHz 16 dB 42 Hz 1 7 kHz 10 dB 200 x 450 x 350 mm 7 7 8 x 17 23 32 x 13 25 32 6 9 kg 15 2 Ib Dimensions W x H x D Mass Notes 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and dimensions are approximate 2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer Reference RQT6361 RQT6361 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 Division of Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico Inc Ave 65 de Infanter a Km 9 5 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina Puerto Rico 00985 Panasonic Technics Audio Products Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales Company collectively referred to as the Warrantor will repair or replace this product with new or refurbished parts or equivalent product free of charge in the U S A or Puerto Rico in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows all time periods commerce from the date of original purchase AUDIO PRODUCTS labor and parts for one 1 year ALL AUDIO RACKS cabinets parts only 30 days TECHNICS STAND ALONE SPEAKERS SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS labor and parts for three 3 years USB READER WRITER
10. PERSONAL COMPUTER CARD ADAPTERS when applicable exchange defective unit with a new or refurbished one for one 1 year ACCESSORIES HEADPHONES CARTRIDGES MICROPHONES ADAPTERS labor and parts for ninety 90 days RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES when applicable exchange defective item for new one for ten 10 days Non rechargeable batteries are not warranted SD MEMORY CARDS RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK when applicable exchange defective item for new one for ninety 90 days Non rechargeable battery packs are not warranted Carry in or mail in service in the U S A can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a Panasonic Services Company PASC Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory Or call toll free 1 800 211 7262 to locate a PASC authorized Servicenter Carry in or mail in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty service is rendered This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during normal use and does not cover normal wear to the stylus when applicable or a dealer installed cartridge or stylus The warranty does not cover damages which occur in shipment or failures w
11. skigpecl speaker channel Select SIZE Select the speaker Change the setti n g INPUT SELECTOR lt SFC MODE gt SFC MODE gt O uu EnG GOMT Press at the same a Sah Sl time to exit the Repeat for each speaker channel setting mode Select FILTER Change the Ca gt SFC MODE setting NPUTseLECTOR COMEL ae B O ja RQT6361 RQT6361 Basic operations POWER l Switch on rr 2 SPEAKERS Turn SPEAKERS on 3 INPUT SELECTOR Select input TUNER CD DVD f TAPE amp VCR amp TV v omen 4 DSP SOUND MODE LJ For CD DVD TV Select digital or analog input a l Select the DSP sound mode L 4 g gt 5 Start play of the source 4 a 4 VOLUME Adjust the volume DOWN UP J When you finish listening aes Be sure to reduce the volume and press to switch the unit to standby a For your reference In rare cases the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on discs e With the PCM signals on CDs this may cause the beginning of a track to be cut off Engage the PCM FIX mode if this occurs e With DTS the signals may not be recognized at all Engage the DTS FIX mode if this occurs While the input source is selected and digital input is engaged Press and hold b The current mode is displayed Press aga
12. 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 CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT INA 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 As an ENERGY STAR Partner Panasonic has determined that this product meets the Lorupi ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit Please note them in the space provided below and keep for User memo future reference DATE O
13. EVEL JE a Le Pea EFFECT h 9 2 ype ele O O You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the center width and dimension controls Center Width Control C WDTH You can choose a level between 0 and 7 the higher the level the more the sound from the center channel is spread into the front speakers The default is level 0 Press Ol to select C WDTH Press or to adjust the effect Dimension Control DIMEN You can choose a level between 0 and 6 the higher the level the more the sound moves to the front The default is level 3 EFFECT O Press gt to select DIMEN Press or to adjust the effect You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and the delay time of the surround speakers These adjustments can be made for each SFC mode To adjust the speaker level Press oO to select the speaker channel Each time you press the button C gt SR gt SL gt SW Td Speakers set as NON E or NO are skipped Press oO Jor oO to adjust the level C SR and SL 10 dB to 10 dB SW off lt gt MIN lt gt 1 19 lt gt MAX To adjust the delay time Press O Press or to change the delay time Delay time can be set at 10 millisecond ms intervals between 10 and 100 ms The factory setting is 50 ms for each mode RQT6361 RQT6361 Control guide
14. F PURCHASE DEALER NAME ana pera SERIAL NUMBER DEALER ADDRESS cares Front center surround speakers SB AFC280 Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company Panasonic Canada Inc Em 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 2T3 i New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina www panasonic ca http www panasonic com Puerto Rico 00985 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd RQT6361 P H0102RF0 Printed in Malaysia This file has been downloaded from www UsersManualGuide com User Manual and User Guide for many equipments like mobile phones photo cameras monther board monitors software tv dvd and othes Manual users user manuals user guide manual owners manual instruction manual manual owner manual owner s manual guide manual operation operating manual user s manual operating instructions manual operators manual operator manual product documentation manual user maintenance brochure user reference pdf manual
15. M 3 Insert so the poles and match those in the remote control Do not use rechargeable type batteries Remote control signal sensor 7 meters 23 feet Transmission window Keep the transmission window and the units sensor free from dust Operation can be affected by strong light sources such as direct sunlight and the glass doors on cabinets RQT6361 RQT6361 Speaker connections 1 Attach the stickers to the speaker cords The 6 speaker cords are all the same About 10 cm 4 2 Connecting speakers and speaker cords Connect the red cord to the red terminal and the black cord to the black terminal Rear panel of small speakers The 5 small speakers are the same Connect the cables with stickers to attached to the small speakers 2 x front 2 x surround and 1 x center Rear panel of large speaker EEO E Connect the cable with sticker attached to the large speaker subwoofer 4 Placement of speakers 3 Attach the rubber feet to the speaker Attach these rubber feet to prevent vibration causing the speakers to move or fall over The five small speakers can be set up either standing or lying down See page 5 if you would prefer to hang the speakers on a wall or use speaker stands Lying down Large speaker One sheet of 25 rubber feet is included Use 3 or 4 feet per speaker Moving the brand plate
16. ONO 18 3 dBf 4 5 uV IHF 58 STEREO 38 3 dBf 45 uV IHF 58 Total harmonic distortion MONO 0 2 STEREO 0 3 S N MONO 73 dB STEREO 67 dB Frequency response 20 Hz 15 kHz 1 dB 2 dB Alternate channel selectivity 65 dB Capture ratio 1 5 dB Image rejection at 98 MHz 40 dB Spurious response rejection at 98 MHz 75 dB AM suppression 50 dB Stereo separation 1 kHz 40 dB 10 kHz 30 dB Antenna terminal 75 Q unbalanced E AM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 530 1710 kHz Sensitivity 20 uV 330 V m Selectivity 55 dB IF rejection at 1000 kHz 50 dB E VIDEO SECTION Output voltage at 1 V input unbalanced 1 0 1 Vp p Maximum input voltage 1 5 Vp p Input output impedance 75 Q E GENERAL Power supply Power consumption Dimensions W x H x D AC 120 V 60 Hz 450 VA 350 W 430 x 158 x 370 mm 16 15 16 x 6 7 32 x 14 19 32 Mass 10 5 kg 23 1 Ib Power consumption in standby mode 1W Front center and surround speakers SB AFC280 Type 2 way 2 speaker Bass ref Speaker unit Woofer 10 cm cone type Tweeter 6 cm cone type Impedance 8Q Input power MUSIC 200 W DIN 100 W Sound pressure level Crossover frequency Frequency range 81 dB W 1 0 m 3 5 kHz 65 Hz 22 kHz 16 dB 95 Hz 20 kHz 10 dB 120 x 208 x 163 mm 4 3 4 x 8 3 16 x 6 7 16 1 8 kg 4 0 Ib Dimensions W x H x D Mass E Subwoofer SB W280 Type 1 way 2 speaker Bass ref Speaker unit Woofer 14 cm cone type x 2
17. PPARATUS Y 72 5 T co CAUTION Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat radiation vents in any way In particular do not place tape decks or CD DVD players on this unit as heat radiated from it can damage your software Oa important operating and maintenance servicing te 3 instructions in the literature accompanying the ap to pliance Ja _ Supplied accessories 6 Speaker cords _ 422 gt 2 Batteries Please check and identify REE0970A the supplied accessories KX 1 AC power supply cord RJAO065 A 25 feet 1 FM indoor antenna RSA0006 L 1 AM loop antenna set 1 Sheet of speaker feet Replacements sold in 1 sheet lots 4 feet per sheet RFA0631A K 1 Remote control EUR7702KE0 Refer to the separate booklet Remote Control Operation Guide for remote control operation details C 1 Sheet of speaker N1DAEYA00006 stickers 2 sets EEEEEE See es These sheets cannot be antenna holder purchased separately ABABA stand eec di Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for Only for U S A replacement parts The remote control To order accessories contact 1 800 332 5368 or web site http www panasonic com R6 AA U
18. an oscillator test disc or electronic instrument When adjusting the sound quality When turning the unit on or off RQT6361 Equipment connections Stereo connection cable Video connection cable White L m b e a Red R D i To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating Changing the digital input settings instructions z 5 Resa You can change the input settings for the digital Note terminals if necessary Note the equipment you have Do not bend the optical fiber cable connected to the terminals then change the settings e Turn off all components before making any connections pages 8 and 9 e Use digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS page 10 e Use analog connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded on this unit and to record a source m pages 10 and 15 TV VCR and DVD player DVD player DIGITAL IN OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL TV DVD DIGITAL AUDIO OUT i VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT SURROUND L R Du AUDIO OUT CENTER SUBWOOFER Video connections There are three types of connections COMPONENT S VIDEO and COMPOSITE Video input can only be output again through the same type o
19. d OPT2 so that the correct source is selected when you turn INPUT SELECTOR The factory settings are CD COAX DVD OPT 2 TV OPT 1 Turn SPEAKERS on Adjust the level of the other speakers based on the output of the front speakers Adjust the volume of the front speakers with VOLUME C center SR surround right and SL surround left can be adjusted between 10 dB and 10 dB with 0 being the level of the front speakers Adjust center and surround output to the same apparent level of the p SPEAKERS O speakers For SW subwoofer you can select so there is no output MIN for minimum output a level between 1 and 19 or MAX for maximum output Adjust subwoofer output so it is balanced with the front speakers Subwoofer output is easily influenced by the source You can also change its level while playing something to achieve a better effect mp page 13 SIZE Set the size to suit your speakers FILTER Change the cut off for bass output from the front speakers Change these settings only if you replace the included speakers LARGE For speakers that can reproduce a full sound range particularly the bass range below 100 Hz SMALL This is the factory setting and the optimum setting for the included speakers This setting is sufficient for most speakers if you are using a subwoofer NONE For speakers you haven t connected center or surround The factory settings are
20. e fuse included eeN Connect this cord after Household AC outlet all other cables and aT AC 120 V 60 Hz cords are connected Conserving power The unit consumes 1 W even when it is turned off with POWER I To Note save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time unplug it from the household AC outlet The included AC power supply cord is for use with If the unit is left unplugged for longer than a few weeks all settings will revert 7 this unit only Do not use it with other equipment to the factory settings Do the settings again if this occurs RQT6361 RQT6361 Settings Change the settings to suit your equipment to the environment in which you are using it Before making any changes read the descriptions of the settings note the factory settings and ranges and refer to the equipment s instructions DISTANCE Enter the distance of the front center and surround speakers from the seating position D INPUT Digital input Adjusting speaker output level Change the distance so that the sound from all the speakers except for the subwoofer reaches you at the same time You can select distances between 3 and 30 feet at one foot intervals The factory settings are FRONT and CENTER 10 FEET time to enter the setting mode SFC MODE Change these settings to suit the connections you have made to the three digital input terminals COAX OPT1 an
21. e recorded Begin recording Follow your recording unit s operating instructions Start the source to be recorded Follow your equipment s operating instructions e You cannot record a source connected through a digital terminal When recording CD DVD or TV ensure the source is connected through the corresponding analog terminals and ANALOG input is selected When you select DVD 6CH INPUT mode only sound from the front left and right channels is recorded Using outdoor antennas FM outdoor antenna Disconnect the FM indoor antenna The antenna should be installed by a competent technician e Twist the coaxial cable s shield braid firmly and connect it to the GND terminal 20 mm 25 32 neceaeeeatanatatat Roazee o RSENS Shield braid n FM outdoor antenna 10 mm 3 8 Bee 3 i 75 Q coaxial cable Core wire PONENT v I DIGITAL IN AM loop antenna included i Vinyl covered wire eee tenes i 512m 16 40 ft AM outdoor antenna e Run a piece of vinyl wire horizontally across a window or other convenient location Leave the loop antenna connected Disconnect the antenna when the unit is not in use Do not use the antenna during an electrical storm RQT6361 RQT6361 Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service make the below checks If you are in doubt about some of the ch
22. e you have set a mode DSP digital analog input or 2 channel 6 channel input for an input source That mode is engaged whenever you reselect the input source e When DVD 6CH input is on Speaker settings are ineffective Change the settings on the DVD player if necessary e When input is DIGITAL The tape monitor cannot be used When using a graphic equalizer Some distortion may occur depending on the equalizer s settings e To adjust the tone The STEREO DSP mode must be on and input must be either analog or PCM signals You cannot adjust the tone while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected e When using the subwoofer You cannot adjust subwoofer level while the DSP is defeated or if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while subwoofer level is high Reduce subwoofer level if this occurs RQT6361 RQT6361 Presetting TUNING BAND MEMORY us S Automatic presetting Press moe to select FM TUNING Press CA1 to tune to FM 87 9 MHz Press and hold 5 The FM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 1 to 30 Press DS to select AM Press LJ to tune to AM 530 kHz Press and hold 9 The AM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 21 to 30 FM stations are replaced if any were preset in these channels During automatic presetting the memory indicator M flashes and the fre
23. eck 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 web site http www panasonic com In Canada contact Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 905 624 5505 or web site www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you Common problems Pages No power No sound Cannot select DIGITAL input Sound stops OVERLOAD appears on the display F 70 appears on the display vv v Vv Vv Ensure the power cord is connected Turn the volume up Check connections to speakers and other equipment Turn on the speakers e Turn off the tape monitor Select the correct source Change the D INPUT setting to suit the type of connection you have made Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this unit e Turn PCM FIX or DTS FIX off e Cancel DSP DEFEAT Switch off the unit determine and correct the cause then switch the unit on Causes include Shorting bare wires touching of positive and negative speaker wires Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation e Turn the unit off disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your deal
24. er 10 4 7 10 13 10 10 10 14 DSP sound modes Pages Sound is not heard from the center surround or subwoofer speakers DSP sound modes cannot be selected v v e Ensure the SIZE settings for your speakers are correct Check the DSP sound mode e Cancel DSP DEFEAT e Cancel DSP DEFEAT e Turn DVD 6CH INPUT off 10 14 14 13 Radio Pages The radio cannot be tuned in or there is a lot of noise and interference gt Connect the appropriate antenna You may need an outdoor antenna or one with more elements e Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna Reduce the treble Select DSP DEFEAT e Turn off nearby televisions video decks DVD players and satellite receivers Separate the antenna from other cables leads and appliances 7 15 13 14 Dolby Laboratories Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Maintenance rights reserved 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 To clean this unit wipe with a soft dry cloth Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 1996 2000 Digital Theater Systems Inc All If the surfaces are dir
25. er to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition Product information For product information or assistance with product operation In the U S A contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1 800 211 7262 or e mail consumerproducts panasonic com or web site http www panasonic com In Canada contact Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 905 624 5505 web site www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you Servicenter List U S A Technics Panasonic Quasar For Product Information Operating Assistance Literature 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 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 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 Factory Servicenters Locations CALIFORNIA 6550 Katella Avenue Cypress CA 90630 800 Dubuque Avenue S San Francisco CA 94080 3878 Ruffin Road Suite A San Diego CA 92123 FLORIDA 3700 North 29 Avenue Suite 102 Hollywood FL 33020 GEORGIA 8655 Roswell Road Suite 100 At
26. f terminal COMPONENT This connection provides high quality pictures by separating the color PB and Pr and the luminance Y signals S VIDEO Use this connection for better picture quality than the COMPOSITE terminals COMPOSITE This is the most basic video connection q AUDIO OUT al FRONT L R Connect to FRONT L R if your DVD player does not have 6 channel output SPEAKERS HAUT PARLEURS iB SURROUND CENTER FRONT inte ee S KIKKE acn AC OUTLET Anes S Se Satellite receiver etc DIGITAL IN io OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL TV DVD DIGITAL OUT wv or monitor ee TV gt MONITOR OUT VIDEO IN Si VIDEO OUT ca AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT E gt AUDIO OUT RQT6361 Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable
27. fecting the sound field OFF The software is played with the original dynamic range factory setting STANDARD The level recommended by the producer of the software for household viewing MAX The maximum allowable compression recommended for night viewing Q Press E 1v at the same time to enter the setting mode Press srcuoe to select DR COMP INPUT SELECTOR Turn MAX Press 1v at the same time to exit the setting mode DIMMER to select OFF STANDARD or Dim the unit s display for better viewing in a darkened room The factory setting is OFF normal brightness Press L24 at the same time to enter the setting mode Press E sc to select DIMMER INPUT SELECTOR Turn iC to select OFF or ON Press L ne at the same time to exit the setting mode Making a recording INPUT SELECTOR Recording on a tape deck or VCR You can record to a tape deck connected to TAPE REC OUT or to a VCR connected to VCR OUT See the recording units operating instructions for details on how to prepare it for recording When recording with a tape deck you can record any source except TAPE When recording with a VCR you can record any source except TAPE or VCR INPUT SELECTOR Turn O to select the source to b
28. fined space such as a bookcase or cabinet Allow at least 10 cm 4 inches clearance from the rear of the unit To prevent the risk of electric shock or fire due to overheating ensure curtains and other materials do not obstruct the unit s ventilation Foreign material Ensure objects and liquids do not get into the unit Avoid exposing the unit to excessive smoke dust mechanical vibration and shock Magnetism Situate the unit away from equipment and devices that generate strong magnetic fields Stacking Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit Surface Place the unit on a flat level surface Carts and stands Use the unit only with carts and stands recommended by the manufacturer Move carts with care Sudden stops excessive force and uneven surfaces can cause carts to overturn Wall and ceiling mounting Do not mount the unit on walls or ceilings unless specified in the instructions Environment Water and moisture Do not use the unit near water such as near a bathtub or swimming pool Avoid damp basements Heat Situate the unit away from heat sources such as radiators Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5 C 41 F or rise above 35 C 95 F Power lines Take care when setting up an outdoor antenna that it is not near overhead power lines electric lights or electrical circuits and that there is no danger of the antenna falling on power lines electric lights or electrical ci
29. hich are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accident misuse abuse neglect mishandling faulty installation misapplication set up adjustments maladjustment of consumer controls improper operation or maintenance improper antenna inadequate signal reception or pick up alteration modification power line surge improper voltage supply lightning damage commercial use such as hotel office restaurant or other business or rental use of the product or service by anyone other than a PASC Factory Servicenter or a PASC authorized Servicenter or damage that is attributable to acts of God LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS There are no express warranties except as listed above THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE 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 above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If a problem
30. in to change the mode Each time you press the button AUTO PCM FIX gt DTS FIX t When a FIX mode is on the unit cannot process other signals This may cause noise to be output Select AUTO if this occurs The selected mode is stored for each input source even if the unit is turned off STEREO mode SOUND MODE SPEAKERS STEREO Use this mode to play digital or analog stereo sources or to play surround sources through two speakers When surround sources are played in this mode the sounds intended for the other speaker channels are played through the front speakers SURROUND mode a N Te a Lg e St BR SOUND MODE SURROUND SPEAKERS DODIGITAL Select this mode when you are playing a digital surround source Dolby Digital or DTS Also select this mode when playing analog or digital stereo sources The Dolby Pro Logic II processor works not only on sources recorded with Dolby DOLBY Surround but also on any stereo source The PROLOGIC I following modes are available when using Dolby C Pro Logic I SFC modes SOUND MODE SPEAKERS SFC Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC sound field control modes with PCM or analog stereo sources The SFC modes cannot be used if the input signal is Dolby Digital or DTS Choose from the following modes lt gt
31. is monaural SL Surround channel left SR Surround channel right LFE Low Frequency Effect Deep bass effect Signal format indicators FIX EE PRO LOGIC I PCM EC EE DIGITAL Light depending on the source you are playing BE DIGITAL Dolby Digital sources ET Y DTS sources EE PRO LOGIC I Analog sources in SURROUND mode Digital sources with 2 channel signals in SURROUND mode FIX PCM FIX or DTS FIX mode PCM PCM FIX mode Volume control VOLUME Tape monitor button indicator TAPE MONITOR For monitoring sound when recording to a 3 head cassette deck Also used when you have connected a graphic equalizer to the TAPE terminals Input selector INPUT SELECTOR Digital analog input select button indicator DIGITAL INPUT For switching between analog and digital input when you have selected TV CD or DVD The button lights when digital is selected DVD 6ch 2ch input select button DVD 6CH INPUT For switching between 6 channel and 2 channel DVD input Subwoofer level button SUBWOOFER Adjust the level in 5 steps SW MIN SW 5 SW 10 SW 15 and SW MAX Select SW to stop output Tone balance adjust buttons BASS TREBLE BALANCE L R For adjusting the tone and balance First select BASS TREBLE or BALANCE then press L or R to adjust For your reference e When playing videotapes The picture remains on the screen even if you select TAPE CD or TUNER e Onc
32. lanta GA 30350 ILLINOIS 1709 North Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 MASSACHUSETTS 60 Glacier Drive Suite G Westwood MA 02090 MINNESOTA 7850 12 Avenue South Airport Business Center Bloomington MN 55425 OHIO 2236 Waycross Road Civic Center Plaza Forest Park OH 45240 PENNSYLVANIA 2221 Cabot Blvd West Suite B Langhorne PA 19047 Service in Puerto Rico TEXAS 13615 Welch Road Suite 101 Farmers Branch TX 75244 WASHINGTON 20425 84 Avenue South Kent WA 98032 HAWAII 99 859 lwaiwa Street Aiea Hawaii 96701 Phone 808 488 1996 Fax 808 486 4369 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 Reference RQT6361 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 you to avoid prolonged exposure to excessive n
33. oise 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 m 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 encouraged to
34. perating instructions handy for future reference Power source Connect the unit to a power source of the type described in these instructions or as marked on the unit Polarization The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where one blade is wider than the other This safety feature ensures that the plug fits into your household AC outlet only one way If the plug doesn t fit one way try reversing it If the plug still doesn t fit contact an electrician to replace the obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the plug Power cord protection Route the AC power supply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it Never take hold of the plug or cord with wet hands Always grasp the plug body firmly when connecting and disconnecting it Overloading When connecting the AC power supply cord be careful not to overload the household AC outlet extension cord or outlet from any other device as this can result in fire or electric shock Nonuse periods Turn the unit off when it is not in use Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a long time Unplug the unit during lightning storms Attachments and accessories Use only the attachments and accessories recommended in these operating instructions Installation Placement OaPT Ventilation Situate the unit so that it receives proper ventilation Do not install in a con
35. performance or e The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged Servicing Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel 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 Safety check After repairs or service ask the servicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition 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 suffi cient 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 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN MOISTURE DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE A
36. quency scrolls The memory indicator and channel numbers are displayed for a second when a station is preset The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes WV ETALOEV MN IKA iae Preset the stations one at a time Tune to the station Press Co TUNING Press L to select a channel Press C4 Selecting channels Press m The channel number flashes for about 5 seconds TUNING Press Hold down the buttons to change channels faster For your reference Even if the power supply cord is disconnected from the household AC outlet the stations remain in memory for approximately one month Improving reception e DSP DEFEAT w SOUND MODE Press and hold J until DEFEAT appears DSP Press and hold Col again to turn the DSP on While the DSP is defeated you cannot Select DSP sound modes Adjust the tone Output a test signal Adjust individual speaker output or Use digital input e For your reference DVD players can interfere with radio reception Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the antennas if this occurs Other settings INPUT SELECTOR SFC MODE DR COMP Dynamic range compression Change this setting to listen to software recorded with Dolby Digital at low volume such as late at night and maintain audio clarity It reduces the peak level in loud scenes without af
37. rcuits When installing an outdoor antenna take extreme care not to touch such power lines or circuits as contact with them can be fatal 4 Outdoor antenna grounding lf you connect an outdoor antenna ground the antenna system to protect against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1990 provides information about grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Refer to this diagram GROUND ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE MEULE a See page 16 for details Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before cleaning Clean with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive pads scouring powders or solvents N 9 Ea 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
38. to allow preset station selection with TUNING V A DSP sound mode select button DSP SOUND MODE For selecting STEREO SURROUND or SFC Dolby Pro Logic II mode select button DOLBY PRO LOGIC I Use when ME PRO LOGIC II lights in the SURROUND mode The display Frequency unit indicators kKHz MHz kHz AM MHz FM General display Shows the input mode radio frequency and other general information T WA NWA A AT Cs IM IM IAM IAM IAN IAM IZM IAN MHz LSE SR LFE indi TUNED SOUND MODES FIX DOPRO LOGIC Speaker indicator SPEAKERS 9 SPEAKERS MONO STEREOSURROUND PCM Lights when the speakers are on STEREO SFC ECS DODIGITAL Radio indicators TUNED MONO STEREO M TUNED A station is tuned MONO You have switched to monaural mode with BAND FM DSP sound mode indicators MODE to improve reception SOUND MODE STEREO SURROUND SFC STEREO A stereo FM broadcast is tuned Show the current DSP sound mode M Lights during presetting VOLUME pera nes UP TAPEMONITOR SUBWOOFER DVD 6d INPUT m e 9 BASS TREBLE BALAN _ L eS J Program format indicators L C R S SL SR LFE Show the channels contained in the digital input signal They do not light when input is analog L Front channel left C Center channel R Front channel right S If the surround channel
39. ty came with the cloth carefully Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit Before using chemically treated cloth read the instructions that Specifications IHF 78 Receiver E AMPLIFIER SECTION Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output 40 Hz 20 kHz both channels driven 0 9 total harmonic distortion 100 W per channel 6 Q 1 kHz continuous power output both channels driven 0 05 total harmonic distortion 105 W per channel 6 Q Total harmonic distortion rated power at 40 Hz 20 kHz half power at 1 kHz Power output at 1kHz each channel driven 0 9 total harmonic distortion 0 9 6 Q 0 07 6 9 Front 2 x 100 W 6 Q Center 100 W 6 Q Surround 2 x 100 W 6 Q Subwoofer f 100 Hz 100 W 6 Q Low frequency damping factor 30 6 Q Load impedance Front 6 8 Q Center 6 8 Q Surround 6 8 Q Subwoofer 6 8 Q Dynamic headroom 2 dB 6 Q Frequency response CD TAPE DVD TV VCR Input sensitivity CD TAPE DVD TV VCR S N IHF A CD TAPE DVD TV VCR Input impedance CD TAPE DVD TV VCR Tone controls 10 Hz 70 kHz 3 dB 27 mV 200 mV IHF 66 75 dB 85 dB IHF 66 22 kQ BASS 50 Hz 10 to 10 dB TREBLE 20 kHz 10 to 10 dB Subwoofer frequency response 6 dB 7 200 Hz Digital input Optical 2 Coaxial 1 E FM TUNER SECTION Frequency range 87 9 107 9 MHz Sensitivity 11 2 dBf 2 uV IHF 58 50 dB quieting sensitivity M
40. 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 Consumer Affairs Department at the company address indicated above If you ship the product Carefully pack and send it prepaid adequately insured and preferably in the original carton Attach a postage affixed letter detailing the complaint to the outside of the carton Do NOT send the product to the Executive or Regional Sales offices They are NOT equipped to make repairs Product Service Damage requiring service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if a The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or b Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit or c The unit has been exposed to rain or d The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or e The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged Servicing Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel 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 Safety check After repairs or service ask the servic

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