PTX7EB.book Page 1 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Operating Instructions DVD Home Theater Sound System SC-PTX7 P9 – 18 Model No. QUICK UICK START S T GUIDE GUID VOLUME 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.
PTX7EB.book Page 2 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Features DVD Playback High Speed Recording from CD to HDD (up to 4X recording speed) (➜ page 37) (➜ page 28) Recorded songs are automatically provided with the title, artist, and other information by the built-in Gracenote database§. § A connection to the Internet is necessary to obtain the newest CD title information. VOLUME ޓ You can enjoy DVD movie software with the included 3.1 ch speakers.
PTX7EB.book Page 3 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Caution for AC Mains Lead For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.
PTX7EB.book Page 4 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Table of contents Getting Started Features ..................................................... 2 Caution for AC Mains Lead....................... 3 ■ Read Me First Safety precautions .................................... 6 Cautions about personal and recorded data........................................................... 6 HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care ....... 7 Accessories .............................................
■ OPTION port Advanced radio operations .................... 59 Setting preset stations automatically....... 59 Selecting the preset channels ................. 59 Using FM outdoor aerial (optional).......... 59 RDS broadcasting ................................... 59 Operating iPod with this unit.................. 72 Playing tracks of iPod with the remote control for this unit................................. 73 Recording tracks from iPod to the HDD ..
PTX7EB.book Page 6 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Safety precautions Placement Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life. Do not place heavy items on the unit. Voltage Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source.
PTX7EB.book Page 7 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM HDD (Hard disk drive) handling care The HDD is a high precision recording instrument and because of its long recording capability and high speed operation it is a very special device that is easily susceptible to damage. Getting Started ∫ The HDD is a device that is not built to withstand vibration/shock or dust Depending on the setup environment and handling of the HDD some content may become damaged and play and recording may no longer be possible.
PTX7EB.book Page 8 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. (Product numbers correct as of February 2007. These may be subject to change.) ∏1 Remote control (N2QAYB000150) Preparing the remote control Remote control Batteries Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ∏2 Remote control batteries ∏1 FM indoor aerial (RSA0007-L) R6/LR6, AA ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
PTX7EB.book Page 9 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE Control reference guide Getting Started Remote control Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control.
PTX7EB.book Page 10 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE Control reference guide Main unit When opening and closing the front cover, be careful not to touch the standby/on switch, especially during recording. OPEN/CLOSE SELECTOR VOLUME VOLUME TUNING MUSIC PORT Adjust the volume of the main unit. 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) (➜ page 16) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
PTX7EB.book Page 11 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM The unit’s display USB PRG PGM TG RND D.MIX SLP MONO ST CT DDTS REC EQ H.
PTX7EB.book Page 12 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE STEP 1 Speaker location This unit comes equipped with a Dolby Virtual Speaker circuit installed. Using just the front/center speakers, the subwoofer, and by reproducing acoustic effects very similar to 5.1ch surround, you can enjoy a true “home theater” experience even within a limited space. Front/center speaker ≥Outputs the elements of the front and center speakers.
PTX7EB.book Page 13 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Speaker installation options ∫ Attaching to a wall 1 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall. ‰4.0 mm 2 Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s) by matching them with the hole(s). Front/center speaker ‰7.5 to 9.4 mm 24.5 mm 4.0 to 6.0 mm STEP 1 Wall or pillar Getting Started You can attach the front/center speakers to a wall. ≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 10 kg per screw.
PTX7EB.book Page 14 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE STEP 2 Basic connections Included parts to be used Speaker cable for front/ center speakers Speaker cable for subwoofer FM indoor aerial Using FM outdoor aerial (optional) (➜ page 59). ≥Look on the bottom of the speakers to identify the left and right speakers.
Page 15 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Getting Started PTX7EB.book AC mains lead Television (not included) STEP 2 Sound from the television (➜ page 38, To play audio from your television through this unit’s speakers) AV 21-pin Scart lead (not included) CENTER S-VIDEO SPEAKERS OUT SUBWOOFER (4Ω) AV VIDEO L OUT PR TV IN R AUX L QUICK UICK START S T GUIDE GUID (8Ω) R DIGITAL (TV) Y OPTICAL PB COMPONENT VIDEO OUT FM ANT 75Ω R FRONT L (8Ω) OUT IN(TV) AV OUT OPTION V.
PTX7EB.book Page 16 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE STEP 3 Performing QUICK SETUP 5 Press [3 4] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. Setup QUICK SETUP Select the type of TV you have connected. Standard (Direct View TV) CRT Projector HDD LCD TV/Projector Projection TV Plasma TV SELECT to select and press ENTER RETURN to return VOLUME 6 CANCEL STOP PAUSE [ENTER].
Page 17 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE STEP 4 Setting the clock 4 Press [3 4] to select “Setting the Day and Getting Started PTX7EB.book Time” and press [ENTER]. Setting the Day and Time Day HDD Adjusting Time SUN --:-- SELECT VOLUME ENTER CANCEL RETURN PAUSE Press [3 4] to select the “Day” and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 18 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM QUICK START GUIDE STEP 5 Setting the FM radio stations presets Setting preset channels Up to 30 stations can be set. HDD Preparation To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. BAND SELECT 1 2 VOLUME CANCEL STOP PAUSE Press [SUB MENU].
PTX7EB.book Page 19 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Disc handling care DO DO NOT ∫ Concerning non-cartridge discs Be careful about scratches and dirt. ∫ If there is dirt or condensation on the disc Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry. DO DO NOT ≥Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (This may cause disc warping and un-balanced rotation, rendering it unusable.) ≥Write on the label side of the disc only with a soft, oilbased felt pen.
PTX7EB.book Page 20 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Discs used with this unit Discs that can be recorded to this unit’s HDD ([HDD]) Disc Logo Data type Remarks Music discs ≥This unit is not compatible with HDCD. ≥Operation and sound quality of CDs that do not conform to CD-DA specifications (copy control CDs, etc.) cannot be guaranteed. CD [CD] CD-R/RW [CD] / [WMA] / [MP3] §1 See also “Tips for making data discs” (➜ page 22).
PTX7EB.book Page 21 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ Recorded discs (≤: Can be used, —: Cannot be used) Recorded on a DVD recorder, etc. Recorded on PC, etc.
PTX7EB.book Page 22 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Discs used with this unit ∫ Tips for making data discs Format Disc [WMA] CD-R/RW [MP3] DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW [JPEG] DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW [MPEG4] DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW [DivX] DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW CD-R/RW Extension Reference “.WMA” “.wma” ≥Compatible compression rate: between 48 kbps and 320 kbps ≥You cannot play WMA files that are copy protected.
PTX7EB.book Page 23 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM About compatible USB devices Getting Started The USB connectivity enables you to connect and play or record tracks or files from USB mass storage class devices. Typically, USB memory devices (Bulk only transfer). ∫ 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. ∫ Playable/recordable formats Extension [WMA] “.WMA” “.wma” [MP3] “.
PTX7EB.book Page 24 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Utilizing the Start menu By using the Start menu you can access the main functions quickly and easily. 1 Press [START]. Start Listen Watch Import/Record Setup ENTER Main Screen Press [3 4] to select an item and press [ENTER]. 2 Each sub-level menu is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions for operation.
PTX7EB.book Page 25 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Before recording A brief introduction about recording and importing from a PC Getting Started Recording This unit can record audio to the internal HDD from a variety of sources including commercial CDs, radio, music files (WMA/MP3), and audio from externally connected devices (portable digital audio players, etc.).
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PTX7EB.book Page 27 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Recording modes With these settings you can adjust the audio quality when recording tracks to the HDD. Recordings made with higher bitrates use more space, reducing the total available space on the HDD. Recording mode Higher audio quality Possible recording time LPCM Approx. 104 hours AAC(XP) 128 kbps Approx. 1,230 hours AAC(SP) 96 kbps Approx. 1,640 hours Longer AAC(LP) recording 64 kbps time Approx.
PTX7EB.book Page 28 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Recording from a CD a CD Setting the recording mode/ recording method Use the following methods to change the settings for audio quality of recordings and how recording is executed. ≥You will also perform this procedure when recording audio formats other than CD. Items displayed will change depending on the audio format used for recording. HDD SELECT VOLUME CANCEL STOP PAUSE 1 Press [SUB MENU].
Page 29 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM To start recording immediately after the recording mode/recording method settings (➜ page 28) After step 5 of “Setting the recording mode/ recording method” (➜ page 28) 1 Press [3 4] to select “Start Recording” and press [ENTER]. 2 Press [2 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. Recording of the all tracks on the CD starts.
PTX7EB.book Page 30 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM A brief introduction about search and playback of tracks recorded to the HDD You can easily search for tracks that have been recorded to this unit’s HDD by using a variety of categories based on your preferences. From the lists created by your search, you can select the tracks that you want to listen to. These lists that are created are referred to as “Playlists”. Tracks are played when a selection is made in a playlist.
PTX7EB.book Page 31 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing tracks from the HDD Operations during playback HDD STOP Stop PAUSE Pause SELECT VOLUME CANCEL STOP PAUSE PLAY ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play. FUNCTIONS TOUCH PLAY ONE RTޓޓޓ STA Skip ≥Operate in the Main Screen.
PTX7EB.book Page 32 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Searching for tracks in the HDD You can use several methods to easily find tracks in the HDD that you want to listen to. Searching for/selecting tracks in the HDD 1 From the Music Collection top menu... 2 Select the desired playlist. 3 Tracks are shown 4 Playback starts. and select the track.
PTX7EB.book Page 33 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Searching by artist name Searching by album name From the top menu of the Music Collection From the top menu of the Music Collection 1 Press [3 4] to select “Artists” and 1 Press [3 4] to select “Albums” press [ENTER]. and press [ENTER]. All the artist lists are displayed. All the album lists are displayed. Music Collection DEF GHI Debussy Deliebes Dukas Dvorak Music Collection Albums TUV JKL MNO Juke box hits KOMPAKT compilation vol.
PTX7EB.book Page 34 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Searching for tracks in the HDD Searching from various userspecific playlists PL From the top menu of the Music Collection 1 Press [3 4] to select “Other Playlists” and press [ENTER]. Other Playlists PL 3 press [ENTER]. ≥With [2 1] you can select the other playlists. The selected track starts playing. ≥The playlist including the selected track will play through the last track (default setting). You can change the play range (➜ page 51).
PTX7EB.book Page 35 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Music Shuffle Tracks are automatically selected from the Music Shuffle collection playlist. TIPS Using Music Shuffle directly with the remote control ENERGETIC MELLOW RELAXING EMOTIONAL 1 Press [3 4] to select “Music Shuffle” and press [ENTER]. Music Shuffle Energetic Mellow Relaxing Emotional ENTER RETURN The different groups of Music Shuffle Energetic Mellow Relaxing Emotional Random Shuffle Tracks will be randomly selected and played.
PTX7EB.book Page 36 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing a CD or VCD Operations during playback HDD STOP Stop SELECT The position is memorized when “RESUME” appears on the unit’s display. ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to resume. (Resume play) ≥Press [∫] to clear the position. ≥Even after the unit is turned off or the selector is changed, the position is memorized (Normal playback only).
PTX7EB.book Page 37 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing DVD-Video, recordable DVD or DVD-Audio Operations during playback STOP SELECT VOLUME CANCEL STOP PAUSE PLAY FUNCTIONS TOUCH PLAY ONE RTޓޓޓ STA ޓDIRECT NAV TOP MENU IGATOR MENU PLAYLIST ENERGETIC MELLOW RELAXING EMOTIONAL HDDREC CH SELECT FAVORITE QUICK OSD REG PLAYMODE FL DISPLAY SLEEP SETUP SOUND VS The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the unit’s display. ≥Press [1] (PLAY) to resume.
PTX7EB.book Page 38 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing DVD-Video, recordable DVD or DVD-Audio To play audio from your television through this unit’s speakers Different methods of play for recordable DVDs [DVD-VR] ≥Titles appear only if they have been entered. ≥You cannot edit playlists and titles. HDD SELECT Playing the programs VOLUME CANCEL 1 Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
PTX7EB.book Page 39 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Using the FM radio Selecting the preset channels To preset channels (➜ page 18, Setting preset channels) HDD SELECT 1 Press [TUNER]§1 to switch the VOLUME selector to “FM”. 2 Press the numbered buttons to select the channel. CANCEL FUNCTIONS ≥To select a 2-digit number e.g., “12”: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].
PTX7EB.book Page 40 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Recording WMA/MP3 on recordable discs or USB devices [WMA] [MP3] WMA/MP3 tracks from recordable discs or USB devices will be recorded to the HDD as an analogue recording. To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. ≥WMA/MP3 recording is performed in “Listening while Recording” mode (➜ page 28, step 5). ≥Discs or USB devices that contain data other than WMA/MP3 may not be recorded. ≥You cannot perform this recording with [¥ CD 1HDD] (main unit).
PTX7EB.book Page 41 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Recording FM radio broadcasts You can record FM radio broadcasts to the HDD. After recording starts, track data will be recorded and divided using the time settings selected before the recording starts. Therefore the recording (from start to finish) will be made and divided into multiple tracks. ≥When dividing tracks, create at least a 2-second space between two tracks. (Tracks divided with less than 2-second of space cannot be divided.
PTX7EB.book Page 42 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Recording audio from external devices You can record audio tracks to the HDD from externally connected devices. After recording starts, track data will be recorded and divided using the time settings selected before the recording starts. Therefore the recording (from start to finish) will be made and divided into multiple tracks.
PTX7EB.book Page 43 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM NOTE ≥Audio from external devices cannot be recorded by pressing [¥ CD 1HDD] on the main unit. Use [¥ HDD REC] on the remote control. ≥The audio may sound broken up in the space between tracks recorded to the HDD.
PTX7EB.book Page 44 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Importing WMA/MP3 from a PC [WMA] [MP3] With a network connection (LAN home network), you can save WMA/MP3 data from your PC in the HDD of this unit. You can import recordings without any audio distortion or degradation.
Setting the “Shared Folder” Press [ENTER]. Music Collection Import from PC 1 Folder(s) 1 file(s) 4.58 GB Do you want to import? Yes e.g., For “Windows XP Home Edition” No ENTER Cancel Press [2 1] to select “Yes” and press [ENTER]. Import starts and the current status and remaining time is displayed. After importing is finished, the status message appears. ≥If import does not start, refer to “Messages” (➜ page 99) to address to any problems. To stop importing Press [∫].
PTX7EB.book Page 46 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Managing data on the HDD [HDD] You can increase the available disc space on the HDD or you can obtain detailed information about the HDD/ tracks. Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í]. 3 Press [MUSIC COLLECTION] to switch the selector to “Music Collection”.
PTX7EB.book Page 47 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Compressing LPCM tracks to AAC Viewing track or HDD information By converting tracks recorded in LPCM to AAC, you can increase the amount of available space on the HDD. Compression is performed on the playlist that includes the track currently displayed on the Main Screen. From the Main Screen (➜ page 24) 1 2 3 Displays the detailed information of the track or HDD. From the Main Screen (➜ page 24) 1 2 Press [SUB MENU]. Press [SUB MENU].
PTX7EB.book Page 48 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing music or video files on recordable discs or USB devices [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX] (Discs only) Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu) For information about which data formats can be played on this unit, refer to pages 20s23, “Discs that can be played”, “About compatible USB devices”. Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit.
Page 49 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ Searching by a content or group title About DivX VOD content 1 Press [MENU]. ≥Press [2 1] to highlight a group title to search a group, or a content title to search its content. 2 3 Press [FUNCTIONS]. 5 6 ¢ A DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content is encrypted for copyright protection. In order to play DivX VOD content on this unit, you first need to register the unit. Find Press [3 4] to select a character and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 50 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Play mode settings of tracks recorded on the HDD [HDD] You can configure various playback methods of tracks recorded on the HDD, such as repeat playback, random playback or play range (setting that defines the end point of playback). Random playback 1 Press [PLAY MODE]. Music Collection Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í].
PTX7EB.book Page 51 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing the play range settings 1 Press [PLAY MODE]. Music Collection Play Mode Settings Repeat Playback On Random Playback Off Play Range Playlist ENTER RETURN 2 Press [3 4] to select “Play Range” and press [ENTER]. Play Range Settings One Track Playlist Play All Playlists ENTER Cancel Press [3 4] to select the play range and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 52 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Various playback methods of discs or data on a USB device [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [CD] [VCD] [WMA]§1 [MP3]§1 [JPEG] [MPEG4] [DivX]§2 §1 Except for WMA/MP3 files recorded on this unit’s HDD §2 Discs only If “Picture Adjustment” is selected, on-screen picture adjustments appear. e.g., Contrast adjustment Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í].
Page 53 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Switching subtitles and soundtracks Changing subtitles [DVD-V] [DVD-VR] [DivX] (Discs with subtitles) While playing 1 2 3 Program play (up to 32 items) Except [DVD-VR] While stopped 1 2 Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3 4] to select “Subtitle” and press [1]. Functions Title 2/ 5 Chapter 2 / 12 0:07:28 Time 1 English Audio Subtitle 2 French Angle 1/1 Other Settings Press [PLAY MODE] several times. Press the numbered buttons to select the item. e.g.
PTX7EB.book Page 54 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Various playback methods of discs or data on a USB device Changing play speed [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] Changing the order and speed of play All group play [DVD-A] While playing 1 2 While stopped 1 Press [PLAY MODE] several times. All Group Playback 3 Press PLAY to start Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3 4] to select “Other Settings”and press [1]. Press [3 4] to select “Play Speed” and press [1].
PTX7EB.book Page 55 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Other convenient features Displaying current playback condition (Quick OSD) Press [QUICK OSD]. Basics ------------> Details ^-------- Off ,-------b ∫ Basics e.g., [DVD-V] Current playback number Elapsed play time Playback condition Title 1 Chapter 1 Time 0 : 00 : 22 Program Playback Play mode Current position ∫ Details e.g., [DVD-V] 1 2 3 4 Details-DVD-Video 1 DTS 3/2.
PTX7EB.book Page 56 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Various playback methods of discs or data on a USB device Using on-screen menu The on-screen menu, which appears when [FUNCTIONS] is pressed while the disc is playing or stopped, allows you to turn subtitles on or off, switch audio tracks, and change a variety of other settings.
Page 57 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM If you have chosen “480p/576p”, “720p”, “1080i” or “1080p” (➜ left), select the method of conversion to suit the type of material. Other Settings Play Speed (➜ page 54, Changing play speed) ∫ Play Menu ≥When the tray is opened, the setting will return to Auto or Auto1. (Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed, [JPEG] The Repeat function can be used.
PTX7EB.book Page 58 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Various playback methods of discs or data on a USB device ∫ Picture Menu With HDMI connection (When “Video Mode” is set to “On”) (➜ page 87, “HDMI” menu) The picture quality will vary depending on the connected equipment. Choose the picture quality to your preference. Should one of the items below not be possible with the connected equipment it will not be displayed.
PTX7EB.book Page 59 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Advanced radio operations Setting preset stations automatically Up to 30 stations can be set. Preparation To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 1 2 Press [TUNER]§1 to switch the selector to “FM”. 3 4 Press [SUB MENU]. Using FM outdoor aerial (optional) Use a television aerials (not included) if FM radio reception is poor. ≥Disconnect the FM indoor aerial.
PTX7EB.book Page 60 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Editing playlists [HDD] You can create a user playlist with the tracks you like in the order you want them to play. You can also edit the order of tracks in playlists other than just the user playlists. Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í]. 3 Press [MUSIC COLLECTION] to switch the selector to “Music Collection”.
PTX7EB.book Page 61 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Removing tracks from a playlist Changing the order of a playlist Tracks can be removed from the playlists while keeping the tracks on the HDD. This function can be used with playlists “User Playlists” and “Most Often Played”. You can change the order of playlists. This function can be used with playlists “User Playlists”, “Favorites”, “Artists” and “Albums”.
PTX7EB.book Page 62 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Editing playlists Changing the name of a playlist You can change the names of playlists. This function can be used with playlists “User Playlists”, “Analogue Recorded”, “Artists”, and “Albums”. ∫ Entering text You can give names to recorded tracks, etc. The maximum number of characters: Characters Track title User playlist title Artist title Album title While the playlist that you want to change the name of is stopped, 1 2 3 4 5 Press [SUB MENU].
PTX7EB.book Page 63 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Deleting a user playlist Removing a track from “Favorites” This function will delete the user playlists, but the tracks will remain on the HDD. 1 2 While stopped, press [SUB MENU]. Press [3 4] to select “Edit Playlist” and press [ENTER]. 1 While the user playlist that you want to delete is stopped, press [SUB MENU]. 3 2 Press [3 4] to select “Edit Playlist” and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 64 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Editing playlists Setting of Music Shuffle information You can set if this unit will use Music Shuffle information indicated in the track when generating Music Shuffle lists. Clearing the history for “Most Often Played” and/or “Recently Ripped” playlists You can clear the history and create new “Most Often Played” or “Recently Ripped” playlists. From the Main Screen (➜ page 24) 1 2 3 Press [SUB MENU].
PTX7EB.book Page 65 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Deleting tracks [HDD] Unnecessary tracks can be deleted from the HDD. You can select and delete a single track, or several tracks at once from a playlist. Tracks that are deleted cannot be recovered, therefore carefully check the tracks before deleting them. Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í].
PTX7EB.book Page 66 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing titles [HDD] [CD] Artist and album names can be manually input, or the Gracenote database can be used to automatically obtain track information. About obtaining track title information ≥Each track contains unique characteristics which act as a “sound fingerprint”. Gracenote database uses these unique characteristics to search and obtain information about music.
Page 67 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Searching for track names, artist names and album names within the Gracenote database and entering them automatically TIPS ≥You can also perform the operations left from the Track List. Press [3 4] to select “Obtain Track Title” and press [ENTER]. Then operate from step 4. [HDD] You can use the Gracenote database to search for and obtain title information for recordings made from sources other than CD-DA.
PTX7EB.book Page 68 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Dividing and combining tracks on the HDD [HDD] Tracks recorded as LPCM can be divided and combined. 1 track can be divided into 2 tracks. Alternately, 2 tracks can be combined into 1 track. Tracks that can be divided and/or combined are limited to tracks recorded to the HDD as LPCM. Tracks recorded to the HDD in AAC, or WMA and MP3 tracks imported from a PC, cannot be divided or combined. Dividing tracks Only tracks recorded as LPCM can be divided.
PTX7EB.book Page 69 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM To stop partway through Press [∫]. Combining tracks Only tracks recorded in LPCM format can be combined with other LPCM tracks. This function can be used with playlists “Albums” and “Analogue Recorded”. When the track you want to designate as the first track is stopped, 1 2 Press [SUB MENU]. 3 Press [3 4] to select “Divide and Combine LPCM Track” and press [ENTER]. 4 Press [3 4] to select “Combine with Another Track” and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 70 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Using the VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operation of this unit, and a Panasonic television (VIERA) 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.
PTX7EB.book Page 71 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM \ You can select whether audio is output from this unit or the television speakers by using the television menu settings. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your television. Home Cinema Theater speakers are active. ≥When this unit is in standby mode, changing the television speakers to theater speakers in the television menu will automatically turn this unit on and select “TV Audio§” as the source.
PTX7_EB_7_advanced.fm Page 72 Monday, March 12, 2007 7:24 PM Operating iPod with this unit By inserting Universal Dock for iPod (SH-PD10, not included) into the OPTION port on the back of this unit, you can charge and play or record tracks from a connected iPod. Also make sure to read the operating instructions for SHPD10. ≥You can enjoy higher audio quality when audio tracks from iPod are output through this unit’s speakers. ≥You can perform basic functions on iPod with this unit’s remote control.
Page 73 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM By inserting SH-PD10 (not included) into the OPTION port and connecting iPod, you can play tracks (audio) through this unit’s speakers. Additionally, you can use the remote control for this unit to perform operations such as play, stop, and record§ operations on iPod. § Only audio tracks can be recorded from iPod. You can record tracks from iPod to the HDD. Preparation 1 Connect the SH-PD10 and iPod as shown on page 72.
PTX7EB.book Page 74 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playing audio tracks wirelessly from your PC with this unit Expand your listening options with the Panasonic wireless audio kit SH-FX570K.
Page 75 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM By performing the following operations on the remote control, you can play or record tracks from your PC. Preparation 1 Connect the SH-FX570K as shown on page 74. 2 Press [N SELECT O] to switch the selector to “OPTION”. Recording wirelessly transmitted tracks to the HDD You can record tracks from your PC to the HDD in this unit. 1 Preparations on your PC Turn on the computer and boot Windows. Auto Synchro (factory preset): Unit enters recording standby mode.
PTX7EB.book Page 76 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing audio quality/sound field ∫ To switch the subwoofer level 2 Setting the sound effects By changing the settings, you can enjoy various audio quality. 1 Press [SOUND]. Each time the button is pressed, it switches as shown below. ^""""""""""} [RMTR] (using for “Music Collection” only) ^""""""""""""""} When “EQ” is selected, press [SELECT]. Each time the button is pressed, it switches as shown below. [HEAVY] Good for rock music, etc.
Page 77 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ To change the subwoofer trim levels PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY PS A AC DISC SFC OPTICAL To DIGITAL OUT TG HDMI D.MIX MONO SLP ST CT SRD E. HDCD H.BASS W PGM 2 The settings for the trim level of the subwoofer changes (s6 to r6 dB). Setting the Dolby Virtual Speaker With only the included front/center speakers and the subwoofer, you can add a surround sound effect similar to 5.1 ch (Dolby Digital or DTS) to any audio source.
PTX7EB.book Page 78 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Using the scheduled timer recording function When the previously set time and day of the week is reached, the power will turn on and the unit will record from an external audio source or radio to the HDD, and when the recording time is finished, the unit will turn off automatically. You can also set the unit to make multiple recordings.
Page 79 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM After completing step 4 on the left column on page 78, 5 Press [3 4 2 1] to select the scheduled timer recording that you want to use and press [ENTER]. REC Timer setting REC1 On REC5 -(Erase Setting) REC2 Off REC6 -(Erase Setting) REC3 Off REC7 -(Erase Setting) REC4 On Day : SUN Time : 14:00 - 14:25 Source : FM 100.90 MHz View Details RETURN Selected scheduled timer recording day of the week and starting time.
PTX7EB.book Page 80 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Using other convenient functions Setting the sleep timer 1 Using headphones 1 Press [SLEEP]. PL PRG D DTS MODE RDS Y PS A AC SLP MONO ST SRD E. HDCD H.BASS W PGM 1 D D 2 Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not included). Headphone plug type: ‰3.5 mm stereo mini plug VOLUME While the time is shown Press [SLEEP] to select the time (in minutes).
PTX7EB.book Page 81 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Backing up HDD data to a PC We recommend backing up the tracks on the HDD regularly using a PC or NAS (Network Attached Storage). In the event that this unit requires service and the music data is damaged or lost, you can restore music from the last time you backed up.
PTX7EB.book Page 82 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Backing up HDD data to a PC Backing up data recorded to the HDD To cancel backup 1 Press and hold [Í] during backup. Backup Cautions about backup data: Be careful not to perform any of the following: ≥Do not open backup data with applications or software, and do not change the contents. ≥Do not compress the backup data. ≥Do not change the backup data file name or change the saved location.
Page 83 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM To cancel restore 1 Press and hold [Í] during restoring. Restoring backed up data Restore This function will restore the backup data that was saved on your PC to this unit. If the HDD requires service, please wait until the HDD has been repaired before restoring the backup to the HDD. Restoring the backup data to the HDD will reset the HDD (no tracks on the HDD). If restoring fails, the content of the HDD will be lost.
PTX7EB.book Page 84 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM For reference: connecting this unit directly to a PC When importing WMA/MP3 data (➜ page 44), creating a backup (➜ page 82), or restoring backed up data (➜ page 83), you can connect this unit directly to your PC with a cross LAN cable. When using this connection method, changes to the settings on this unit and your PC are necessary. Preparation 1 Connect this unit to the PC with a cross LAN cable (not included).
PTX7EB.book Page 85 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing the settings Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í]. Changing video settings 1 Press [SETUP]. Setup Setup for Video DVD VIDEO HDMI DISPLAY To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. Other Setup Remote Control Clock / Timer Power On/Off TV Audio Input Network Maintenance To exit the screen Press [RETURN] several times.
PTX7EB.book Page 86 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing the settings ∫ “Video” menu ([SETUP] ➜ “Setup for Video” ➜ “Video”) TV Aspect ≥4:3 Pan&Scan: Regular aspect television (4:3) The sides of the widescreen picture are cut off so it fills the Choose the setting to suit screen (unless prohibited by the disc). your television and preference. ≥4:3 Letterbox: Regular aspect television (4:3) Widescreen picture is shown in the letterbox style. TV Type Select to suit the type of television.
PTX7EB.book Page 87 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ “Audio” menu Dynamic Range Compression ≥Off ≥On: Adjusts for clarity even when the volume is low by compressing the range of the lowest sound level and the highest sound level. Convenient for late night viewing. (Only works with Dolby Digital.) –This function works only when the selector is set to “DVD/CD”.
PTX7EB.book Page 88 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing the settings Changing other settings 1 Press [SETUP]. Setup Setup for Video DVD VIDEO HDMI DISPLAY To return to the previous screen Press [RETURN]. Other Setup Remote Control Clock / Timer Power On/Off TV Audio Input Network Maintenance To exit the screen Press [RETURN] several times. ENTER Main screen 2 Press [3 4] to select “Other Setup” and press [ENTER]. 3 4 Press [3 4] to select the menu and press [1].
PTX7EB.book Page 89 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ “Network” menu ([SETUP] ➜ “Other Setup” ➜ “Network”) Network Settings (➜ page 96) TCP/IP 1 In most cases, this should be selected. ≥IP Auto Setting: ≥IP Manual Setting: If you are connecting this unit to a network and assigning a fixed IP address, perform the following settings: IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway. TCP/IP 2 ≥DNS Auto Setting: In most cases, this should be selected.
PTX7EB.book Page 90 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Optional remote control settings Television operation You can operate the television through the unit’s remote control. Point the remote control at the television While pressing [Í TV], enter the code with the numbered buttons. e.g., 01: [0] ➜ [1] Manufacturer and Code No.
PTX7EB.book Page 91 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Optional connections To enjoy higher picture quality Using the following connections, you can enjoy higher picture quality. ∫ Connecting to a television with COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminals The COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals provide a purer picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal. These terminals can be used for either interlaced or progressive output.
PTX7EB.book Page 92 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Optional connections Connecting to the set top box, satellite receiver or video cassette recorder Use the following connections when you want to output audio of your set top box, satellite receiver or VCR through this unit’s speakers. ≥Do not connect through the video cassette recorder. Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly. Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.
PTX7EB.book Page 93 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Connecting to the other audio equipment AUX and Music Port allow you to enjoy music from a tape deck or other external devices (e.g. MP3 player etc.) through this unit. For more information about using these connections, see page 42 and 80.
PTX7EB.book Page 94 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Optional connections Network connection By connecting to the Internet, you can use the following functions: ≥You can obtain the most recent CD title information from the online Gracenote® database. [This unit has an abbreviated Gracenote® database in the HDD. CD title information can be obtained even if you are not connected to the Internet (➜ page 25, About the Gracenote® database)]. ≥Importing WMA/MP3 data (➜ page 44), data backup (➜ page 82), etc.
PTX7EB.book Page 95 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM ∫ Router settings ≥We recommend setting the DHCP for the router to “ON” (the setting to automatically assign IP addresses). This is usually set to “ON”, therefore changes may be unnecessary. ≥Depending on the security settings of the router, this unit may not be able to connect to the Internet. ∫ Settings for this unit ≥When the DHCP server function is set to “ON”, you can use the default settings for this unit; no changes to the settings are necessary.
PTX7EB.book Page 96 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Changing the network settings These settings are used if you will connect this unit to a network. Preparation 1 To display the picture turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. 2 Press [Í]. Common procedures 1 2 3 4 Press [SETUP]. Press [3 4] to select “Other Setup” and press [ENTER]. Press [3 4] to select “Network” and press [1]. Press [3 4] to select “Network Settings” and press [ENTER].
PTX7EB.book Page 97 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Frequently asked questions ≥Set the recording mode to LPCM. 27, 28 I want to make as many recordings as possible. ≥Set the recording mode to AAC(LP). 27, 28 If I adjust the volume or audio quality during recording, what will happen? I want to find out how much space is remaining on the HDD. After making the recording, I want to compress the tracks to increase the amount of available space on the HDD.
PTX7EB.book Page 98 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM RQT8927 Messages 98 Television displays (in general) Page Another playlist with the ≥Another playlist with the same name already exists and you are trying to — same name already exists, create a combined playlist that will be in excess of 99 tracks. The but you cannot combine maximum number of tracks that can be added to a single playlist is 99. them because the maximum Give the playlist a different name or cancel editing.
PTX7EB.book Page 99 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Television displays (in general) Page Several suggestions for titles have been found. Please choose one. ≥Select the appropriate title from the list of title suggestions found. 28 There are no tracks in the Music Collection. ≥There are no tracks recorded to the HDD. — There are no tracks that can be converted or analysed. ≥All tracks (or playlists) in the HDD have completed conversion and analysis.
PTX7EB.book Page 100 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Messages RQT8927 Unit displays (in general) Page H∑∑ or F7∑∑ ≥Trouble may have occurred. The number following “H” and “F7” depends — (∑∑ stands for a number.) on the status of the unit. Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, disconnect the AC mains lead, and then reconnect it. — ≥If the service numbers fail to clear, note the service number and contact a qualified service person.
PTX7EB.book Page 101 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM 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. General Issues Power Page No power. ≥Insert the AC mains lead securely into the household mains socket.
PTX7EB.book Page 102 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Troubleshooting guide General Issues Operation Audio does not sound correct. The left and right channels are reversed. During play, a “humming” sound can be heard. I can’t connect to the network. While using my PC, I cannot connect to the network. You have forgotten your ratings password. Reset all the settings in “Setup for Video” to Factory Preset. The SUB MENU button doesn’t work.
Operation Play doesn’t start. It takes time before play starts. Specific locations will not play correctly. WMA/MP3 discs are not read correctly. Menu doesn’t appear. [VCD] with playback control The program and random play functions do not work. Play restarts from the beginning of the track when soundtrack is changed. Subtitle position is wrong. No subtitles. In A-B Repeat, point B is automatically set. Repeat play is automatically cancelled.
PTX7EB.book Page 104 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Troubleshooting guide Playback Issues Picture Picture distorted. Picture size doesn’t fit the screen. Picture stops. When playing PAL disc, picture distorted. The television may display incorrectly or colours appear faded. Menu not displayed correctly. Auto zoom function does not work well. Playback Issues While “HDMI Status” displayed, any items are not underlined. Picture distorted.
PTX7EB.book Page 105 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Playback Issues HDMI and progressive There is ghosting when HDMI or progressive output is on. Pictures not in progressive output. Page ≥This problem is caused by the editing method or material used on DVDVideo, but should be corrected if you use interlaced output. –When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal, set “Video Output Mode” in Picture Menu to “480i/576i”. (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to “480i/576i”.
PTX7EB.book Page 106 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION DISC SECTION Dolby Virtual Speaker Mode (RMS) Total Power Output 300 W 1 kHz 10 % total harmonic distortion Front: Front Section 50 W per ch (8 ≠) Center Section 50 W per ch (8 ≠) 100 Hz 10 % total harmonic distortion Subwoofer: 100 W(4 ≠) Dolby Virtual Speaker Mode (DIN) Total Power Output 210 W 1 kHz 1.
PTX7EB.book Page 107 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM SPEAKER SECTION GENERAL [Front\&\center\channel\SB-FCX9] ∫ Front speaker section Type Mechanical 2 way, 1 speaker system (Bass reflex) Full range 6.5 cm Cone type Impedance/Input power (IEC) 8 ≠/50 W§9 (Max) Output sound pressure 82 dB/W (1.0 m) Frequency range 85 Hz to 25 kHz (j16 dB) 100 Hz to 22 kHz (j10 dB) Power supply AC 230 to 240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption 90 W Dimensions (WtHtD) 360 mmk105.5 mmk334 mm Mass Approx. 4.
PTX7EB.book Page 108 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Glossary AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) An audio compression method that compresses audio to approximately 1/12 of its size with CD-level quality. CPPM (Content Protection for Pre-recorded Media) A copy protection system used for DVD-Audio files. This unit supports CPPM. Decoder A decoder restores the coded audio signals on DVDs to normal. This is called decoding.
PTX7EB.book Page 109 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) This is a system used for compressing/decoding colour still pictures. If you select JPEG as the storage system on digital cameras, etc., the data will be compressed to 1/10–1/100 of its original size. The benefit of JPEG is less deterioration in picture quality considering the degree of compression. LAN (Local Area Network) A group of linked devices in a company, school or home.
PTX7EB.book Page 110 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Gracenote® Corporate Description Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information visit www.gracenote.com. Gracenote® Proprietary Legends CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2007 Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright © 2007 Gracenote.
PTX7EB.book Page 111 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM 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.
PTX7EB.book Page 120 Monday, March 12, 2007 10:13 AM Index AAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 27, 108 A-B Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Advanced Disc Review . . . . . . 55 Album Changing an album name . . . . 66 Searching by album name . . . . 33 All group play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Analysis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 46 Angle select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Artist Changing an artist name . . . . . 66 Searching by artist name . . . . . 33 Auto Power Off Mode . . .
