Panasonic SC-PT870 Home Theater System User Manual


 
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RQTX0229
Getting Started
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started
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.
[Note]
Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for proper ventilation.
Setup example
Place the front, center, and surround speakers at approximately the same distance from the seating position. Using “Auto speaker setup” (B 11) is a
convenient way to get the ideal surround sound from your speakers when you are unable to place them. The angles in the diagram are approximate.
Caution
Do not touch the front netted area of the speakers. Hold by the sides.
e.g. Center speaker
If irregular colouring occurs on your TV
The center speaker is designed to be used close to a TV, but the picture
may be affected with some TVs and setup combinations.
If this occurs, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.
The demagnetising function of the TV should correct the problem. If it
persists, move the speakers further away from the TV.
Notes on speaker use
Use only supplied speakers
Using other speakers can damage the unit, and sound quality will be
negatively affected.
You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods.
Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage:
– When playing distorted sound.
– When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, a
microphone, noise from FM broadcasts, or continuous signals from
an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.
– When adjusting the sound quality.
– When turning the unit on or off.
step 2 Positioning
60°60°
To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain
good airflow around the main unit, position it
with at least 5 cm of space on all sides.
Put on a rack or shelf. Vibration caused by
the speaker can disrupt the picture if it is
placed directly on the TV.
Place to the right or left of
the TV, on the floor or a
sturdy shelf so that it will
not cause vibration. Leave
about 30 cm from the TV.
Subwoofer Front speakers Center speaker
Main unit
Surround speakers
e.g. [PT570]
Set your surround sound free!
Optional Panasonic wireless
accessory (example: SH-FX70)
You can enjoy surround speaker sound wirelessly when you
use the optional Panasonic wireless accessory (example:
SH-FX70).
For details, please refer to the operating instructions for the optional
Panasonic wireless accessory.
Remove the digital transmitter cover before installing any optional
Panasonic wireless accessory.
Replace the cover when the digital transmitter is not in use.
DO
NOT
DO
AVAV
OPTICAL
IN
TRANSMITTER
DIGITAL
PUSH PUSH
PUSH PUSH
Back of the
main unit
Digital transmitter
cover
Push! Push!
You can use the blunt end of a writing instrument to
push here until the cover pops out.
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.
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