Operating Instructions DVD Home Theater Sound System Model No. SC-PT150 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. Your unit may not look exactly the same as illustrated. The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number “2” or “ALL”. Example: 2 ALL 2 3 USB connection for MP3 players EB RQTX0029-B10.
Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. ENGLISH Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.
Caution for AC Mains Lead If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer. CAUTION! IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
GETTING STARTED ENGLISH -If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.
Table of contents GETTING STARTED ENGLISH Caution for AC Mains Lead ............................................................................3 Safety precautions ......................................................................................4 Accessories ..............................................................................................6 Preparing the remote control .........................................................................6 Placement of speakers ........................
Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. 1 Antenna plug adaptor (K1YZ02000013) 1 Sheet of speaker cable stickers &2/.4 ,CH &2/.4 ,CH 3522/5.$ ,CH #%.4%2 &2/.4 2CH 3522/5.$ 2CH 35" 7//&%2 1 AC mains lead (K2CT3CA00004) 3522/5.$ ,CH 2 Remote control batteries GETTING STARTED 1 FM indoor antenna (RSA0007-L) #%.4%2 ENGLISH 1 Remote control (N2QAYB000091) &2/.4 2CH 3522/5.
Placement of speakers SPEAKERS ENGLISH How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: • Place speakers on flat secure bases. • Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains. GETTING STARTED SETUP EXAMPLE Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. The angles in the diagram are approximate.
Simple setup Making the connections GETTING STARTED ENGLISH Connect the AC mains lead only after all other connections have been made. • Ensure that you have the complete accessories before making the connections. Conserving power The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in standby mode (approx. 1 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.
ENGLISH Connect to the antenna. 7 FM indoor antenna Adhesive tape GETTING STARTED Tape the antenna where reception is the best. Connect to the television’s SCART terminal. • Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder. • Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed correctly. • Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.
Simple setup (continued) Other speaker setup options 7 Attaching to a wall GETTING STARTED ENGLISH You can attach the front, surround and center speakers to the wall. • The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers. 1 2 Drive a screw (not included) into a wall.
Performing QUICK SETUP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. ENGLISH To display the picture from this main unit, switch on the television and change the television’s input mode which is connected to this main unit (example : VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). To change your television’s input mode, refer to its operating instructions. • This remote control is able to perform some basic television operations (\ page 33). 1 3 Select “DVD/CD”.
Disc information ENGLISH Discs that can be played GETTING STARTED Disc Logo Indicated in these instructions by Remarks DVDVideo High quality movie and music discs. Video CD Music discs with video. Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107). CD Music discs. 7 Disc handling precautions (‡: Playable, *: Not playable) Disc Logo Recorded on a DVD video recorder, etc. *2 Recorded on a personal computer, etc.
Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras, etc. using Version 1.1 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). *3 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using Version 1.2 of the Video Recording Format (a unified video recording standard). *4 Discs recorded on DVD video recorders or DVD video cameras using DVD-Video Format. *5 Recorded using a format different from DVD-Video Format, therefore, some functions cannot be used.
Overview of controls GETTING STARTED ENGLISH Main unit Standby/on switch [y/I] (16) 4/1, ¡/¢ / 4 TUNING 3 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. Skipping or slow-search play, Select the radio stations (28) 0 OPEN/CLOSE Open or close the disc tray (16) +, – VOLUME Turn the volume up or down (16) AC supply indicator [AC IN] This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.
ENGLISH Remote control Switch the main unit on or off (11) Change the television’s video input mode (33) Adjust the television volume (33) GETTING STARTED Television operations (33) Select the source DVD: DVD/CD (11) FM (28) EXT-IN: AV (33), AUX (31), USB (32) Show the current disc’s playback condition (18) Select disc’s title numbers and etc.
Disc — Basic play Using the main unit 3 Select “DVD/CD”. • Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. • For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its cartridge before use. DISC OPERATIONS ENGLISH 2 Load a disc in the tray. 1 4 Power on. Adjust the volume and start playback.
Stop Enter numbers The position is memorised while “RESUME” is on the display. • Press [3, PLAY] to resume. • Press [7, STOP] again to clear the position. (while stopped) Example: To select 12, with Playback control (PBC) Press [7, STOP] and then press the numeric buttons to cancel the PBC functions. Pause • Press [3, PLAY] to resume playback. ENGLISH Search (during play) Note • The numeric buttons that can function depend on the number of tracks on the VCD.
Advanced play Displaying current playback condition Example: (during play) D VD V PROGR AM SELECT T I T L E T I T LE 1 T I T LE 2 T I T LE 3 T I T LE 4 T I T LE 5 T I T LE 6 T I T LE 7 T I T L E CHA P . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Example: 1 2 T 1 C 2 3 4 S T A R T : P L AY 5 T I ME D VD V PROGR AM S E L E C T CHAP T E R AL L CHA P . 1 CHA P . 2 CHA P . 3 CHA P . 4 CHA P . 5 CHA P . 6 CHA P . 7 CHA P . 8 CHA P .
Playing data discs using navigation menus Playing data discs Select “DATA” in “OTHERS” tab (\ page 25) to play WMA, MP3 or JPEG content. Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW (DVD-VR) discs • Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc. • You cannot edit programs, play lists and disc titles. Playing from the selected item 1 Playing the programs 1 * 2 : Group (Folder)* : JPEG PG : WMA/MP3 content (File)* Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups in these instructions.
Using on-screen menus 2 Select the item. 3 Make the settings. Select ENGLISH Select Confirm Confirm DISC OPERATIONS Select 1 4 Display the functions screen. Press to exit. Items shown differ depending on the type of disc as well as the recording format. Functions menu 1 RQTX0029 To start from a specific item TRACK SEARCH TITLE SEARCH Example: CONTENT SEARCH T2 C1 1: ENG 3 / 2.1c h x1 .
Functions menu (continued) Example: T2 C1 OF F AUD IO 1: ENG 3 / 2.1 c h OFF x1 . 0 1 To select audio soundtrack To select “L”, “R” , “L+R” or “L R” ENGLISH AUDIO (Karaoke disc) To select “ON” or “OFF” for vocals To select “OFF”, “V2”, “V1” or “V1+V2” for different vocal selections • Read the disc’s instructions for details. Signal type/data LPCM/PPCM/ Ÿ Digital/DTS/MP3/MPEG: Signal type kHz (Sampling frequency)/bit/ch (Number of channels) Example: 3 /2 .1ch : OFF DATE DISPLAY DISC OPERATIONS .
Using on-screen menus (continued) Functions menu (continued) To select subtitle language Example: T2 C2 1 : ✱✱✱ 2 / 0 c h OF F 1 : E NG SUB T I T L E ENGLISH SUBTITLE ANGLE x1 . 0 1 (SVCD only) • On +R/+RW, a subtitle number may be shown for subtitles that are not displayed. • “ON” or “OFF” appears only with discs that contain subtitle on/off information (Subtitle on/off information cannot be recorded using Panasonic DVD Recorders).
Changing the player settings 1 4 Display the MAIN menu. Make the settings. Select (Press and hold) 2 Confirm Select the tab. ENGLISH Select 3 5 Select the item. DISC OPERATIONS Confirm Press to exit.
Changing the player settings (continued) QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. MAIN menu (continued) MENUS • ENGLISH • FRENCH Choose the language for disc • ITALIAN • SWEDISH menus. Changing the menu language in QUICK SETUP also changes • OTHER – – – – *2 this setting. DISC OPERATIONS ENGLISH RATINGS Set a ratings level to limit DVDVideo play.
QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. MAIN menu (continued) NTSC DISC OUT • NTSC: When connected to a NTSC television. Choose PAL 60 or NTSC output • PAL60: When connected to a PAL television. when playing NTSC discs (\ page 13, Video systems). STILL MODE Specify the type of picture shown when paused. • AUTO • FIELD*4: The picture is not blurred, but picture quality is lower. • FRAME*4: Overall quality is high, but the picture may appear blurred.
Changing the player settings (continued) Changing the delay time of the speakers Effective when playing multi-channel audio (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.
Naming folders and files Files are treated as contents and folders are treated as groups on this unit. At the time of recording, prefix folder and file names. This should be with numbers that have an equal number of digits, and should be done in the order you want to play them (this may not work at times). Files must have the extension (\ see below). (Extension: “.WMA” or “.wma”) • Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps. • You cannot play WMA files that are copy-protected.
Using the radio Manual tuning Automatic presetting 1 1 To select “FM”. To select “FM”. OR (main unit) 2 OR (remote control) To select “MANUAL”. (main unit) 2 (remote control) Press and hold. OR 3 (main unit) To select the frequency. (main unit) (remote control) Release the button when “FM AUTO” is displayed. The tuner tunes to the lowest frequency and starts to preset all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order.
Using sound effects Note • The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect depending on the type of source. • You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off. Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus This applies to 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.
Using sound effects (continued) Adjusting the volume of each speaker: Speaker level adjustments To adjust speaker level during play (Effective when playing multi-channel audio or when Dolby Pro Logic II is on.) This is one of the ways to get appropriate surround effects. Preparation 1. Press and hold [–CH SELECT] to select the speaker. L C R RS LS SW 1 While stopped and no on-screen display is shown To output a test signal.
Operating other equipment Optional audio connection for video cassette recorder This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your video cassette recorder through your home theater system. Press [EXT-IN] (\ page 15) to select “AUX” as the source to operate the audio input.
Operating other equipment (continued) Optional USB connection and operation The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play tracks or files from USB mass storage class devices. Typically, USB memory devices. (Bulk only transfer) Select the desired item for playback. Preparation Before connecting any USB mass storage device to the unit, ensure that the data stored therein has been backed up. It is not recommended to use a USB extension cable. The USB device might not be recognised by this unit.
Compatible devices • Devices which are defined as USB mass storage class: – USB devices that support bulk only transfer. – USB devices that support USB 2.0 full speed. Supported Formats File name JPG* Music MP3 WMA .jpg .jpeg .mp3 .wma It may not be possible to play all the files due to the condition on how they were created. ENGLISH * Still pictures File extension Note • CBI (Control/Bulk/Interrupt) is not supported.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. 7 Power Page No power. • Insert the AC mains lead securely. 8 The unit is automatically switched to the standby mode. • The Sleep timer was working and had reached the set time limit. 15 7 Unresponsive or inoperable function No response when any buttons are pressed.
7 Menus The Setup menu cannot be accessed. Page • Select “DVD/CD” as the source. • Cancel program and random play. • Cancel JPEG’s playback. — 18 — 7 Sound abnormal or improper Sound is distorted. • Noise may occur when playing WMA. — Effects do not work. • Some audio effects do not work or have less effect with some discs. • Dolby Pro Logic II does not work if you have changed the play speed. — — Humming is heard during play. • An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the main unit.
Troubleshooting guide (continued) 7 Television displays “ ” • The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc. — “ERROR” • You are trying to display an incompatible group or content. • You are trying to play a protected group or content. You cannot play it. — — “Check the disc” • This disc may be dirty. — “This disc may not be played • Only DVD-Video discs that include or have the same region in your region” number as the one on the rear panel of this unit can be played.
Glossary DTS (Digital Theater Systems) This surround system is used in many movie theaters around the world. There is good separation between 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.
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch 55 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Surround Ch 55 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Center Ch 55 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Subwoofer Ch 55 W per channel (5 ), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 330 W DIN Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Front Ch 25 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 1 % THD Surround Ch 25 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 1 % THD Center Ch 25 W per channel (5 ), 1 kHz, 1 % THD Subwoofer Ch 25 W
Surround speakers SB-HS151 Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 5 Full range 6.5 cm Cone type Input power (IEC) 55 W* (Max) Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 96 Hz to 25 kHz (–16 dB) 120 Hz to 22 kHz (–10 dB) Dimensions (W x H x D) 92 mm x 135 mm x 95.4 mm Mass 0.6 kg Subwoofer SB-W340 Type 1 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Speaker unit(s) Impedance 5 Woofer 12 cm Cone type Input power (IEC) 55 W (Max) Output sound pressure 80 dB/W (1.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. 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.
