Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTR310 If you have any questions contact 1-800-211-PANA (7262) Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. P SC-HTR310 (RQTX0165-P) - 14.07.08.
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.
Digital signals that can be played on this system DVD etc. Multi-channel LPCM (Linear PCM) PCM (2-channel) CD, DVD audio etc. Blu-ray disc, DVD audio etc. (Signals with sampling frequencies of up to 96 kHz) (Signals with sampling frequencies of up to 48 kHz) Before use DVD etc. DTS Digital signals that can be played on this system Dolby Digital Note • Playback of the following signals is also available when you make HDMI connections.
Before use Setting up your Home Theater system Step 1 Installing the rack ( pages 10 to 15) Setting up your Home Theater system After you have installed the rack, attach the glass top panel, shelf and glass doors. Step 2 Connecting the television and DVD player ( page 16) (Peripheral equipment and cables are not included unless otherwise mentioned.) Recommended TV size: 50 inches or less Basic connection ( page 16) Connect with an HDMI cable for high-quality audio and video.
Table of contents Before use Before use Digital signals that can be played on this system ................................................ 3 Setting up your Home Theater system ......... 4 Supplied accessories ..................................... 6 Control guide .................................................. 7 Remote control preparation .......................... 9 Installing and assembling the rack ............. 10 Home Theater connections .........................
Supplied accessories Before use Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of June 2008. These may be subject to change.) To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases” on page 39.
Control guide Before use This system (Front view) Control panel (display) Center speaker Front speaker (right) Subwoofer (left) Control guide Front speaker (left) Subwoofer (right) Caster (Rear view) Rear panel Cut-outs Amplifier Cut-outs 7 RQTX0165 SC-HTR310 (RQTX0165-P) - 14.07.08.
Control guide Before use Control panel For adjusting volume ( page 24) VOLUME Control guide Standby/on switch ( pages 22 to 24) ゲーム （ サウン ド ） Standby indicator ( page 22) WHISPER MODE INPUT SURROUND SELECTOR “INPUT SELECTOR” switch ( page 24) For using “WHISPER MODE SURROUND” ( page 29) Display When input signal is fixed to PCM ( page 33) When input signal is digital PCM DIGITAL INPUT DIGITAL DTS VS SFC PL When input signal is fixed to DTS ( page 33) Digital surround signal/Sound field ( be
Before use Input mode and remote control mode buttons ( pages 24, 25 and 34) Standby/on button ( pages 23 to 25) Test signal output ( page 23) Adjusting speaker output ( pages 23 and 29) For using “WHISPER MODE SURROUND” ( page 29) For adjusting the volume ( pages 23 to 25) For using “GAME” ( page 29) Control guide/Remote control preparation OR” 24) Remote control Muting ( page 29) For adjusting settings/For activating settings ( pages 29 to 34) To enter setup mode ( pages 29 to 34) Fo
Installing and assembling the rack Shelf assembly ( page 12) Glass door assembly ( page 15) Connection Glass top panel assembly ( page 12) Speaker net Setting the caster stoppers ( page 14) Installing each (DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder page 13) equipment (TV page 13) Installation Installing and assembling the rack At least 2 people are necessary for installation. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. (Do not use a powered screwdriver.
Removing casters • Remove casters at unstable places. (thick-piled carpet, uneven floor, etc.) • Spread soft cloth on the floor and tip the rack back to remove the casters. • Hold and pull to remove. • At least 2 people are necessary for removing casters. • Make sure that at least 2 people hold the bottom plate when moving the rack after removing the casters. See the following instructions about how to lift the rack. • Do not put anything on and in the rack when removing casters.
Installing and assembling the rack Glass top panel assembly 1 Adjust the included glass top panel so that it lines up with the protrusion on the back of the rack. Glass top panel Nonslip sheet Protrusion Sticker Connection • The glass top panel has the front side and back side. Face up the front side with the sticker. • The nonslip sheet has been put on the top panel of the rack. Do not remove the sheet when installing the glass top panel.
Installing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder or other equipment on the shelf (Please also refer to the other equipment’s operating instructions.) 2 (Rear view) Cut-outs Big cut-outs Connection • Refer to pages 16 to 21 for connections with other equipment. • If the operating instructions of the equipment require heat release or ventilation, remove the cut-out on the back panel to secure ventilation.
Installing and assembling the rack Setting the caster stoppers Set the caster stoppers (included) under the casters to fix this system and prevent from moving. • When setting the caster stoppers, match the front side of caster with the arrow of the caster stopper. (Caster stopper position) Set the caster stoppers under 4 casters circled with the dotted line of figure below. Front side Front Connection Caster stopper (Bottom side) Arrow • Lift the rack to remove caster stoppers.
Glass door assembly Remove 4 screws from the glass holder using a Phillips-head screwdriver and take out the board. Board • Before taking out the board, remove the tape fixing the glass holder. • Use the Phillips-head screwdriver that matches the screw size. 2 Phillips-head screwdriver Glass holder Insert the glass door (included) to the glass holder firmly and tighten the 2 screws in front tentatively. • The illustration at right shows how to fix the left glass door.
Home Theater connections Basic connections Connection cable Stereo connection cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connection TV Connect the video directly from the other equipment to the television. Home Theater connections Audio out R L Use this connection so audio from the equipment can be heard through the television’s speakers even if this system is in standby mode.
• Turn off all components before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connecting equipment with HDMI terminal (TV, DVD recorder, etc.) Connection cable Stereo connection cable (not included) HDMI cable (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included) HDMI cable notes • Use a Panasonic HDMI cable for best results. Make the connection either or according to the suitability for your equipment.
Home Theater connections Connecting with digital terminal-mounted equipment Connection cable Optical fiber cable (not included) Coaxial cable (not included) • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connection TV Connect the video directly from the other equipment to the television.
• Turn off all components before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connecting with VCR Connection cable Stereo connection cable (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included) Digital audio out (optical) Connect the video directly from the other equipment to the television. Use this connection so audio from the equipment can be heard through the television’s speakers even if this system is in standby mode.
Other connections Connecting a set top box (cable or satellite) Connection cable Coaxial cable (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included) Connection • Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. Connect the video directly from the other equipment to the television. Other connections VIDEO IN TV Use this connection so audio from the equipment can be heard through the television’s speakers even if this system is in standby mode.
• Turn off all components before making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Connecting a combination DVD recorder/VCR Connection for equipment with DVD/VCR terminal. Connection cable Stereo connection cable (not included) Optical fiber cable (not included) TV Connect the video directly from the other equipment to the television.
AC power supply connection Connect AC power supply cord after all other cables are connected. AC power supply connection Connection Amplifier AC power supply cord (included) Household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Note • The included AC power supply cord is for use with this system only. Do not use it with other equipment. • Also, do not use AC power supply cord for other equipment with this system. Conserving power This system consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx.
Checking speaker output You can check audio output with a test signal 1. Press to turn on the system. 2. Press to output the test signal. Speaker 3. Press to adjust the volumes of • Test signal is output from one speaker at a time for two seconds in the following order. L (Front left) → C (Center) → R (Front right) → SUBW (Subwoofer) 4. Press to stop the test signal. Connection front speakers to the normal listening level.
Enjoying movies and music Preparation Turn on the television and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using Enjoying movies and music television remote control. Play Control panel Operation on the control panel 1 Turn on the system 2 Select the source. Press VOLUME ゲーム （ サウン ド ） Press (The input source switches each time you press the button.
See page 3 for digital signals that can be played on this system. 1 To turn on the system 2 To select the source or Press one of these buttons. (factory setting) TV BD/DVD AUX 1 AUX 2 AUX 3 or Enjoying movies and music Press the button. : TV : Blu-ray Disc player/ DVD recorder : AUX1 terminal : AUX2 terminal : AUX3 terminal “AUX 1”, “AUX 2” and “AUX 3” switch every time you press [AUX]. 3 4 Start play on the other equipment. You can enjoy the variety of surround effects.
Enjoying movies and music The effects for sound field differ depending on input source. Select the mode you prefer. Sound field Dolby Virtual Speaker You can enjoy surround effects just like 5.1 channel. (Dolby Pro Logic sources.) Dolby Virtual Speaker has the following modes. works with video cassettes or CD stereo REFERENCE (Standard mode) Standard sound effect. WIDE (Wide mode) Broadens the effect to the left and right.
Using Dolby Virtual Speaker • The mode switches each time you press the button. ( page 26) Press Using Dolby Pro Logic Press Using SFC (Sound Field Control) You can enjoy by adding your favourite surround effect in addition to the Dolby Virtual Speaker ( above) effect. • The mode switches each time you press the button.
Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM” What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ? VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or DVD recorder (DIGA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with the HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
Functions and settings Press To cancel Press again. If cancelled, “W.S. OFF ” is displayed. You can enjoy dynamic surround effect even when the sound volume level is low. VOLUME ゲーム （ サウン ド ） WHISPER MODE INPUT SURROUND SELECTOR Press [WHISPER MODE SURROUND] indicator • When this function is on, [WHISPER MODE SURROUND] indicator lights up on the control panel. Note • WHISPER MODE SURROUND cannot be used in the following cases.
Functions and settings 1 Press and hold 2 Press REAL CENTER function Makes the dialog from the center speaker clearer when playing surround sources. Functions and settings Factory setting is “ON”. See right to set it “OFF”. for about 2 seconds. to select “REAL C.”. Press confirm. REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT Only appears when audio adjustment can be made. 3 Press to select “OFF”.
1 Press and hold Reducing standby power consumption 2 Press for about 2 seconds. to select “HDMI”. REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT (Standby mode) Press confirm. to Press confirm. to Press confirm. to • Select “EXIT” and confirm to finish the setup mode. Standby through function ( pages 25 and 38) does not work in this mode if you have connected through the HDMI terminal.
Functions and settings 1 Press and hold 2 Press for about 2 seconds. Press confirm. to select to “DUAL PRG”. • Select “EXIT” and confirm REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, to finish the setup mode. TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT Only appears when audio adjustment can be made. Switching between dual sounds Functions and settings You can switch between dual sounds of 3 Press Dolby Digital signals. to select the sound.
2 Press for about 2 seconds. to select “INPUT Press confirm. to Press confirm. to Most sources can be • Select “EXIT” and REAL C., BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, HDMI, played with “AUTO ” MODE”. confirm to finish the TV DELAY, DUAL PRG, DRCOMP, ATTENUATOR, (factory setting). setup mode. REMOTE, INPUT MODE, RESET, EXIT However, in the Only appears when audio adjustment can be made. following cases, change the input signal to select source. 3 Press detection setting. Press to ● When the beginning confirm.
Functions and settings When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operate When using this system’s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system’s remote control code to “REMOTE 1”. Do the following to set the same code number for this system and remote control. 1. Press and hold 2. Press for about 2 seconds. Press to select “REMOTE”. REAL C.
Error messages Display Check point/Cause/Countermeasure Pages • Set the same remote control code for this system and remote control. If “REMOTE 2” is displayed, set remote control code to “2”. If “REMOTE 1” is displayed, set remote control code to “1”. 34 • The equipment connected by the HDMI cable is not compatible with this system’s copyright protection technology. — • The system is receiving video signals that are incompatible with it through HDMI connection.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory” on page 39. Problem Possible solution No power. • Ensure the AC power supply cord is connected. No sound or image after playback starts. • Select the correct source. • Turn the muting off. • Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this system.
HDMI Problem Possible solution • Confirm “Setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” to “OFF ”” is set to “ON ” (in simultaneous operation). When it is “OFF ”, change to “ON ”. • VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” does not function in power saving standby mode when this system is turned off. See “Reducing standby power consumption (Standby mode)” and set to “ON ” (normal power consumption). • Check VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” settings of the connected equipment.
Glossary Analog Optical Audio signals produced from L/R audio output terminals of general equipment is called analog audio. Using optical fiber cable for digital signal input/output from DVD, CD, etc., provides better sound quality for playback or recording compared to analog. Only possible with equipment that has an optical terminal. CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) This is the copyright protection technology which prevents file copy of DVD audio.
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