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The illustration shows SC-HT740.
Operating Instructions
High-quality
DVD Home Theater Sound System
picture
page 8
Model No. SC-HT740/SC-HT940/
HDMI capability, Advanced
SC-HT743 progressive scan and more.
U.S.A. and Canada
Wireless-ready
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
surround sound
page 8
number “1” or “ALL”.
Example: Optional wireless surround
1
speaker connection.
2
1 ALL
4
Hig
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HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 2 Frid ay, Febr uary 24, 2006 7: 47 PM [HT740]: indicates features applicable to SC-HT740 only. Dear customer [HT743]: SC-HT743 only. Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and [HT940]: SC-HT940 only. safety, please read these instructions carefully. System SC-HT740 SC-HT743 SC-HT940 ≥ These operating instructions are applicable to models Main unit SA-HT740 SA-HT743 SA-HT940 SC-HT740, SC-HT743 and SC-HT940 for a variety of regions. ≥ Unless
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8582En_ p03-13.f m Page 3 Thursd ay, Marc h 2, 200 6 7:49 P M TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 2 STEP5 Radio and AC cord connections . . . . 10 Simple Setup Getting STEP6 Preparing the remote control . . . . 10 Started STEP1 Assembling the front speakers . . . . 4 Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . 11 Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 STEP2 Positioning the speakers . . . . .
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8582En_ p03-13.f m Page 4 Friday , March 3, 2006 2:09 PM The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS740 or SB-FS940 STEP1 Assembling the front speakers front speakers. Use only as indicated in this setup. Preparation ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it. ≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver. ≥ Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, and connection. ≥ There is no
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HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 5 Frid ay, Febr uary 24, 2006 7: 47 PM [HT940] 2 Front speakers 2 Stands (with cable) 2 Bases 6 Screws 2 Sliders The speaker height can be adjusted. 1 Min: 110 cm (43 /4z) 5 Max: 135 cm (53 /32z) 1 Attach the speaker to the stand. 2 Insert the stand into the base while gently pulling on the Place the polyfoam underneath the speaker for stability while end of the cable. attaching the speaker to the stand. Cable 1 Feed the speaker cable (the shorter part) into the b
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8582En_ p03-13.f m Page 6 Monday , March 27, 2006 3:59 PM Speaker installation options ∫ Attaching to a wall Center speaker [HT940] Front speaker [HT940] You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. ≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting over 10 kg (22 lbs) [[HT940] 15 kg (33 lbs) for the front speakers] per screw. Consult a qualified building 255 mm 1 190 mm contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper
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HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 7 Frid ay, Febr uary 24, 2006 7: 47 PM STEP2 Positioning the speakers 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. ≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not. Setup example Place the front, center, and
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8582En_ p03-13.f m Page 8 Monday , March 27, 2006 3:59 PM STEP3 Speaker connections ≥Ensure the AC cord is disconnected before you make the speaker connections. Speaker cables 2 sheets of speaker cable stickers ≥[HT740] [HT743] 1 kshort cable: For center speaker ≥ Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier. ≥ [HT940] 2 kshort cables: For center speaker and subwoofer FRONT SURROUND CENTER ≥ 2 klong cables: For surround speakers Lch Lch 1 3 5 FRONT SURROUND SUB Rch Rch WOOFER 2
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8582En_ p03-13.f m Page 9 Friday , Februa ry 24, 2 006 8:41 PM Basic audio connection ≥ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your Television RF IN television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other Back of the main unit (not included) equipment” (➜ page 30). AUDIO AUDIO A AU UX X COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUT IN PB Y L S-VIDEO L OUT R R PR VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN § Audio cable (not included) § [HT940] Connect the audio cable to the TV AUDIO IN termi
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8582En_p03-13.fm Page 10 Monday, February 13, 2006 5:41 AM STEP5 Radio and AC cord connections AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord Power plug adaptor \Others] \U.S.A.\and\Canada] \Areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada] ≥ Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. The illustration shows SC-HT740 for U.S.A. and Canada. ≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 27). FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Affix this end of the Stand the antenna up on it
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S N O I T C N U F C Y I A S L U P M H D C N HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 11 Fri day, Feb ruary 24 , 2006 7 :47 PM STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). ≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 30). 1
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HT740 & 940En.book Page 12 Tuesday, January 31, 2006 6:52 PM Discs that can be played Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats. DVD-Video [DVD-V] — DVD-Audio [DVD-A] [DVD-V] ≥ [DVD-V] Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (➜ page 22). Video CD [VCD] ≥Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) DVD-RAM [DVD-VR] [MP3] [JPEG] ≥ [DVD-VR] Recorded with device
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HT740 & 940En.book Page 13 Tuesday, January 31, 2006 6:52 PM Product Service 1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor 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. 2. Servicing—Do not attempt to
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HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 14 Fri day, Feb ruary 24 , 2006 7 :47 PM Basic play OPEN/CLOSE POWER 3 Open the drawer and place the disc(s). 1 Power on. ≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. ≥ To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit. ≥ Play will start from the disc in the front-left position of the tray. ≥ For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its cartridge before use. ≥ Do not: SELECTOR –load more than one disc per tray. –tou
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 15 Fri day, Feb ruary 24 , 2006 7 :47 PM If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 32 to 34). Using the remote control [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] 12 3 TV e.g. To select 12: TV VIDEO [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] 1 4 5 6 VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. AUX [VCD] with playback control 2 7 89 Press [∫ STOP] to cancel the PBC 1 2 3 CH 0 10 function, and then press the 4 5 6 Numbered numbered buttons. Enter number 7 89 but
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S S S N N N O O O I I I T T T C C C N N N U U U F F F C I S U M D N HT740 & 940En.b ook Pag e 16 Fri day, Feb ruary 24 , 2006 7 :47 PM Convenient functions CD MODE Playing CDs sequentially TV TV VIDEO [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. AUX This feature is very convenient if you want to play several music CDs sequentially. Make sure that applicable disc is in the play position before 1 2 3 1 5 CH playing (➜ Checking the disc type in each tray, left). 4 5 6 Numbered buttons 7
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HT740 & 940En.book Page 17 Tuesday, January 31, 2006 6:52 PM To change the selected program PLAY MODE 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. Program and Random play 2 Press the numbered buttons to change each item. ([WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.) To clear the selected program Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. Program and random playback screens appear sequentially. 2 Press [CANCEL] (or press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N 8582En_p14-25.fm Page 18 Wednesday, February 1, 2006 11:47 AM Playing data discs using navigation menus TV TV VIDEO ∫ Using the submenu VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. 1 While Navigation Menu is displayed AUX Press [FUNCTIONS]. 1 2 3 CH 2 Press [ 3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER]. 4 5 6 Numbered Items shown differ depending on the type of disc. 7 89 buttons VOLUME DISC 0 10 SLOW SEARCH Groups and contents are displayed. Multi , SLOW/SEARCH SKIP Contents only
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8582En_p14-25.fm Page 19 Monday, February 13, 2006 5:52 AM Playing a playlist TM Playing HighMAT discs MENU This works only when the disc contains a playlist. [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] Press [PLAY LIST]. e.g. Playlist 1 ≥ To exit the screen, press Press [TOP MENU]. 1 1 2 [PLAY LIST]. ≥ To exit the screen, press [ ∫ STOP]. ≥ To change the menu background to the one recorded on the disc, No. Date Total Time Title Contents 1 11/1 0:00:01 City Penguin 2 1/ 1 0:01:20 Ashley at Prom press [FUNCTIONS]. 3
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S S S N N N O O O I I I T T T C C C N N N U U U F F F C I S U M D N 8582En_p14-25.fm Page 20 Monday, February 13, 2006 5:52 AM Using on-screen menus Show the Main menu. 1 TV TV VIDEO VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. AUX Select Go to the Select the menu. 2 1 2 3 next menu CH e.g. [DVD-V] 4 5 6 Numbered ENTER Functions 7 89 buttons VOLUME Title 1/2 1 English DISC 0 10 Chapter 3/10 2 French SLOW SEARCH Register Time 0:24:31 3 Spanish SKIP Audio 1 English Return to the STOP PAUSE PLAY Subtitle 3 Spani
