Panasonic SC-BT230 Home Theater System User Manual


 
STEP 2: Positioning
Caution
The main unit and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in this setup. Failure to do so may
lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified
service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this
manual.
Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field.
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.
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Using "Auto Speaker Setup" (_ 19) is a convenient way to get
the ideal surround sound from your speakers when you are
unable to place them.
Keepyourspeakersatleast 10mm (13/32pp)awayfromthesystemfor
properventilation.
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O Center speaker
Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by the speaker can
disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the TV.
O Front speakers
Subwoofer
(D Surround speakers
Place the speakers at the same height or higher than ear
level.
O I'_i_1 Wireless system
Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33
ft.) from the main unit, and in a horizontal position with
the top panel faced upward.
To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good
airflow around the wireless system, position it with at
least 5 cm (2") of space on all sides.
Do not use the wireless system or the digital transmitter
in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.
Useonly supplied speakers
Using otherspeakerscandamagethe unit,and soundqualitywill be
negativelyaffected.
Youcan damageyourspeakersandshortentheir usefullifeif you play
soundat highlevelsoverextendedperiods.
Positioningspeakersin front
Itis possibleto locateattthe speakersinfrontofthe listeningposition.
Howevertheoptimal surroundsoundeffectmaynot beobtainable.
Placespeakers on flatsecurebases.
Placing speakers too closeto floors, walls, and cornerscan resultin
excessivebass.Coverwallsandwindowswiththickcurtains.
Foroptional watt mount, referto page40.
If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn
the TV off for about 30 minutes.
If it persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.
Wireless system
To avoid interference, maintain the following distances
between the wireless system and other electronic devices
that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).
Wireless _:_
_:_ Wireless LAN:
system _ approx. 2 m (61!2ft.)
Cordless phone and
other electronic devices:
approx. 2 m (6V2ft.)
The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if
any of these other devices interfere with its communication.
When this happens, the wireless link indicator C _ ") flashes
on the main unit, and there is a brief interruption in audio
coming from the surround speakers.
This is the normal operation of the product working to assure
the best possible performance of your home theater system.
If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to
another location outside the range of the wireless system or
move the wireless system nearer to the main unit.
Upgrade your system to 7.1-channel
system
The main unit is designed to enjoy the 7.1ch surround sound.
By connecting 2 units of the Panasonic wireless system
SH-FX71 with 4 speakers, more theater-like effect can be
available.
Necessary equipment:
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1 optional wireless system (SH-FX71)
2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 _ to 6 _, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]
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2 optional wireless systems (SH-FX71)
2 additional speakers
[Impedance: 3 _ to 6 _, Speaker input power: 100 W (Min)]
For more details, refer to the operating instructions for the
optional wireless system.