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As an ENERGY STAR?? Par tner , Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR?? guidelines for energy efficiency.

?? For Canada only: The word ???Participant??? is used in place of the word ???Partner???.

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1)Read these instructions.

2)Keep these instructions.

3)Heed all warnings.

4)Follow all instructions.

5)Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)Clean only with dry cloth.

7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer???s instructions.

8)Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli???ers) that produce heat.

9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ???t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)Only use attachments/accessories speci???ed by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table speci???ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14)Refer all servicing to quali???ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The lightning ???ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ???dangerous voltage??? within the product???s enclosure that may be of suf???cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Caution

???Use the speakers only with the recommended system. Failure to do so can damage the amplifier and speakers, and can cause fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage occurs or if a sudden change in performance is apparent.

???Do not attach these speakers to walls or ceilings.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR

PRODUCT DAMAGE,

*DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,

MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO

OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,

SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

*USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

*DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE

ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A

BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER

CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL

VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE

THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO

NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible.

The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

CAUTION!

Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat radiation vents in any way. In particular, do not place DVD recorder or CD/ DVD players on this unit as heat radiated from it can damage your software.

Before use

Before use

Connection

Connection

Play

Play

Troubleshooting and other information

Troubleshooting and other information

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Setting up your Home Theater system Before use

4

Step

1 Installing the speakers (??? page 8)

You can make your preferred setting because speaker cords are not required.

??? Make sure to place the speakers on a flat, stable surface so there is no danger of them falling over.

??? AC power supply cord (included) is necessary for each speaker.

???Only with HDMI cable connection, you cannot enjoy TV sounds on this system. Connect TV and the main unit using the optical fiber cable (or stereo connection cable) to enjoy TV sound on this system.

???Connect with an HDMI cable for high-quality audio and video.

???This connection requires HDMI terminals on both the television and the DVD recorder.

Step

3 Setting the speakers (??? page 13)

Use the remote control for speaker setting.

??? Make sure to make the speaker setting when using for the first time after purchase.

Step

4 Enjoying movies and music (??? page 16)

Enjoy surround sound with DVDs, TV, and other sources.

??? Audio is transmitted wirelessly.

Supplied accessories

Please check and identify the supplied accessories.

Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of April 2009. These may be subject to change.)

Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order accessories, refer to ???Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto

Speakers

Supplied accessories/Control guide Before use

Standby/on switch

(??? pages 13, 16)

For adjusting volume

(??? page 16)

[INPUT SELECTOR]

switch (??? page 16)

For connecting headphones (??? page 25)

Control guide Before use

Control guide

Rear view

Subwoofer output

AC inlet (??? page 12) terminal (??? page 12) Digital input terminal (??? pages 9 to 11, 19)

Note

The audio output terminals can be used when you do not use the wireless function and play back on other speakers via an external ampli???er. Use commercially available monaural audio cables (monaural mini plug/pin plug) to connect to audio input terminals of an external ampli???er channel by channel.

Speaker (with built-in ampli???er)

Note

TEST terminal: This is used to check the product operation status. Only used in factory. Do not insert a foreign object.

ID switch: This is used to check the product operation status and not used regularly.

Standby/on button (??? page 16)

Test signal output (??? pages 14, 21)

For using ???WHISPER-MODE SURROUND???

(??? page 20)

For using ???GAME??? (??? page 20)

For entering setup mode

(??? pages 10, 15, 21 to 24)

For selecting or canceling

Dolby Virtual Speaker,

Dolby Pro Logicand SFC mode

(??? page 17)

Input mode and remote control code buttons (??? pages 16, 24)

For adjusting speaker output

(??? pages 20, 21)

For adjusting the volume (??? page 16)

Muting (??? page 20)

For adjusting/activating settings

(??? pages 10, 15, 21 to 24)

For returning to the previous menu

(??? pages 10, 15, 21 to 24)

Note

For remote control buttons used for speaker setting, see pages 13 to 15.

guide/Remote control preparation Before use

Remote control preparation

Control

Inserting the batteries

Press on the tab to open.

(R6/LR6, AA)

Insert so the poles (( and )) match those in the remote control.

Use manganese batteries or alkaline batteries.

???Do not mix old and new batteries.

???Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.

???Do not take apart or short circuit.

???Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.

???Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.

???Do not heat or expose to ???ame.

???Do not leave the batteries in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can severely damage the remote control.

Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store them in a cool, dark place.

Note

???Do not place an object between the signal sensor and the remote control.

???Do not expose the signal sensor to the direct sunlight or the strong light of a ???uorescent lamp.

???Keep the transmission window and the system???s sensor free from dust.

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Connection

Installation

Setup example

???Aim the front face (with Panasonic logo) of each speaker at the listening-viewing position for setting.

Surround speaker (right)

??There is no positional distinction for each speaker before setting.

??Make sure to place the speakers on a ???at, stable surface so there is no danger of them falling over.

??When carrying speakers, hold the pole and base parts (??? page 6).

??The speakers of this system are not magnetically shielded.

Do not install this system near a CRT-based television.

Note

???Make sure the base parts are not covered by cloth such as a curtain.

???Before attaching the leg cushion (Included) on the base parts to prevent tilt or rattle on the floor, make sure there are no people in the surrounding area.

???If the main unit is placed at the height of 50 cm (1.6 feet) or below from the ???oor, the radio waves reach smaller range.

???Do not install other equipment directly on or under the main unit.

???Set the distance from each speaker to the listening-viewing position. (??? page 22)

Installation

Wireless functions

As this system uses a frequency band of 2.4 GHz, the radio waves may be interrupted by an obstacle. Depending on the surrounding environment (i.e. radio wave interruption from outside, etc.) or the building structure where this system is used (i.e. wall that easily re???ects radio waves, etc.), sounds may be cut or noise may occur.

Install this system properly paying attention to the following descriptions.

?? Equipment certi???cation

As this system received Technical Conditions compliance certi???cation based on the Radio Law, the wireless station license is not required. However, if you do the following actions to this system, you may be punished by law.

??? Disassemble or refurbish

?? Restrictions for use

???Domestic use only.

???Use this system in the same room.

?? Do not place an obstacle between the main unit and speakers.

Radio waves from this system reach maximum range of 15 m (49 feet) in the same room. If there is an obstacle between the main unit and speakers or the main unit is placed at the height of 50 cm (1.6 feet) or below from the ???oor, the radio waves reach smaller range.

?? Keep this system away from equipment that generates radio wave interference.

If the following equipment is located near the system, install this system away from such equipment.

???Bluetooth, OA devices, telephone, etc.: approx. 3 m (10 feet) or more.

???Microwave oven, wireless LAN compatible devices: approx. 3 m (10 feet) or more.

This system is designed to automatically avoid radio wave interference with such household equipment. If radio wave interference occurs, the Wireless Link display (??? page 14) may blink, the sounds from speakers may be interrupted or noise may occur.

These phenomena occur when this system selects a proper frequency. These are not malfunctions.

?? Keep this system away from metal objects that tend to re???ect radio waves.

If there are metal objects or furniture in the room where this system is installed, radio waves tend to be re???ected. Depending on the listening-viewing position, sounds may be interrupted or noise may occur. These symptoms may be remedied by slightly moving this system???s position.

Note that radio waves tend to be re???ected also when this system is installed in rooms with a lot of activity.

Connecting equipment with HDMI terminal (TV, DVD recorder, etc.)

If connection A is not possible, make connection B. When both are

already connected, connection A takes priority over connection B.

TV

Connection

Connecting the optical ???ber cable

Insert the cable so its shape ???ts

correctly into Do not bend! the terminal.

Make sure to connect

to TV OUT .

Main unit

Blu-ray Disc player/

DVD recorder, etc.

HDMI

Video/Audio out

Home Theater connections

Connection

Home Theater connections

Basic connections

Connecting STB etc.

Use this connection to enjoy STB multi-channel sources on this system.

HDMI IN

Setting for automatically switching the input source to STB

When you make the above connection and you use Panasonic TV (VIERA), you can automatically switch this system???s input by switching the input source of TV (VIERA) to STB in the following procedure.

Preparation: Make sure that this system has been turned on. (??? page 16)

Home Theater connections

To return to the previous display/To cancel during setting operation in steps 2 to 5: Press [ RETURN].

1.Switch the input source of TV (VIERA) with the above connection and show STB pictures.

2.Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

3.Press [w][q] to select ???STB AUDIO ??? and press [OK].

4.Press [e][r] to select ???SET ??? and press [OK].

SET : The setting is automatically switched to ???AUX2 / STB ???.

OFF : The setting is not automatically switched to ???AUX2 / STB ???. (factory setting)

5.Press [RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

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Note

??????STB AUDIO ??? in step 3 is displayed only when the unit is connected to the Panasonic TV (VIERA). Also, this is not displayed when the step 1 operation is not performed.

???If you change the connection after setting, select OFF once and SET again.

???When you select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK], the setting mode finishes in step 3.

Connecting cables to audio terminals (DVD player, etc.)

??? Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable.

Audio cable (B)

A: Connect the video cable directly from the other equipment to the television.

B: Use this connection so audio from the equipment can be heard through the television???s speakers even if this system is in standby mode.

Reduce the volume on the television and select ???TV ??? after you have made connections as above if you want to use this system.

TV

Main unit

Connect the video cable directly from the other equipment to the television.

Digital audio out (optical)

VIDEO IN

Connecting the optical ???ber cable

Insert the cable so its shape ???ts correctly into the terminal.

Video cable

Use this connection so audio from the equipment can

be heard through the television???s speakers even if this system is in standby mode.

AUDIO IN

Audio cable

Connection

Home Theater connections

Connection

Home Theater connections/AC power supply connection

To connect a second set of equipment that supports HDMI

??? See page 9 for connecting this system to TV.

To connect audio equipment (CD player, etc.)

Main unit

Audio out

To connecting a subwoofer (not included)

You can connect a commercially available active subwoofer (with built-in ampli???er) (not included) to the subwoofer output terminal (??? page 6) if you want to enjoy deeper bass sounds.

Connection cable

Monaural connection cable (not included)

AC power supply connection

To save power when the system is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. Make sure to turn this system off before unplugging the AC power supply cord.

If you unplug the AC power supply cord without turning this system off, some of the settings may not be saved.

Main unit

Connect AC power supply cord after all other cables are connected.

This system consumes approx. 0.5 W when AC power supply cord is connected to the household AC outlet (approx. 0.2 W in standby condition (HDMI off mode) (??? page 22)).

AC power supply cord (included)

Household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Speakers

For power consumption of speaker, see page 14.

Side view

Household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Note

Press

2. Turn 4 speakers on.

[WIRELESS LINK] indicator 

WIRELESS LINK

Press POWER

??????4CH SEARCH ??? appears on the display. (This is displayed only at the first-time setting.)

???The color of [WIRELESS LINK] indicator changes from red to green.

???When the [WIRELESS LINK] indicator of each speaker lights green, ???4CH SEARCH ??? display disappears.

When installing front speakers only

See ???Setting front speakers only??? (??? page 15).

Connection

3.Press and hold [CH] on the remote control for about 3 seconds until ???4 SPKR SET ??? is displayed on the main unit???s display.

4.Press the remote control button corresponding to the speaker outputting the con???rmation sound.

Speaker setting

???Sound is output from either of the speakers.

???When you press the button corresponding to the con???rmation sound of speaker, another speaker outputs con???rmation sound. Press the corresponding button in the same way and complete settings for all 4 speakers.

???When ???COMPLETE ??? disappears on the main unit???s display, the speaker setting is complete.

Note

???Check if the speakers are properly set after setting the speakers. (??? page 14)

???If the speakers are set incorrectly in step 4, turn the main unit off then on again and perform steps 3 and 4.

??? If [WIRELESS LINK] indicator does not change from red to green, see page 27 of ???Troubleshooting guide???.

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Speaker setting

While the wireless speakers operate normally, the Wireless Link display lights, but when radio waves are interrupted (When speakers are in standby condition, etc.), it blinks.

???When you turn the main unit off with the speakers on, the speakers automatically enter standby (Wireless link standby). The color of [WIRELESS LINK] indicator turns to red.

???To reduce more of the power consumption of speakers in standby, turn the speakers off. The speakers enter standby (In standby

condition).

<Power consumption of speakers in standby> Wireless link standby: approx. 0.8 W (for 1 speaker) In standby condition: approx. 0.1 W (for 1 speaker)

Checking the speaker setting

Press

3. Make sure that the display of main unit matches speaker locations.

The test signal is output from one speaker at a time for about 2 seconds in the order shown below. ???TEST L ??? ??? ???TEST R ??? ??? ???TEST RS ??? ??? ??? ???TEST LS ??? ???

Speaker setting

?? Con???rm the correct setting locations in the following chart.

???This is not displayed

when using the front speakers only.

Setting front speakers only

Make this setting after the speaker setting on page 13 is complete.

Preparations

???Make sure that all equipment has been turned off.

(When the VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? compatible Panasonic TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) are connected, do not turn on TV (VIERA) and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) until the setting is complete.)

???Turn the main unit on. (??? page 13)

???Turn 2 speakers on. (??? page 13)

???Prepare the remote control. (??? page 7)

1.Set ???2CH ??? at the setting operation of ???Changing the number of speakers to 2??? below.

2.Turn the main unit off once.

3.Turn the main unit on again.

4.Press and hold [CH] on the remote control for about 3 seconds until ???2 SPKR SET ??? is displayed on the main unit???s display.

??? Always aim the remote control at the main unit for operation.

5.Press the remote control button corresponding to the speaker outputting the con???rmation sound.

???Sound is output from either of the speakers.

???When you press the button corresponding to the con???rmation sound of speaker, another speaker outputs con???rmation sound. Press the corresponding button in the same way and complete settings for all 2 speakers.

???When ???COMPLETE ??? disappears on the main unit???s display, the speaker setting is complete.

Note

???Check if the speakers are properly set after setting the speakers. (??? page 14)

???If the speakers are set incorrectly in step 5, turn the main unit off then on again and perform steps 4 and 5.

???If [WIRELESS LINK] indicator does not change from red to green, see page 27 of ???Troubleshooting guide???.

Connection

Speaker setting

??To return to the previous display/To cancel during setting operation: Press [ RETURN].

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???SPEAKERS ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select ???2CH ??? and press [OK].

2CH : When only front speakers are installed

4CH : When surround speakers are additionally installed (factory setting)

???When changing the number of speakers to 4, select ???4CH ??? and press [OK].

4.Press [e][r] to select ???YES ??? and press [OK].

???To cancel, select ???NO ???.

5. Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Note

When you select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK], the setting mode ???nishes in step 2.

Enjoying movies and music

Enjoying movies and music

Preparations ??? Turn on the TV and switch its input to match the connection (HDMI, for example) using the TV???s remote control.

??? Make sure that the speakers are on. (The following are operations when the power is on in Wireless link standby.)

Enjoying sound ???eld effects

Sound ???eld effects differ depending on input sources. Select the mode you prefer after listening to the actual sound.

Surround playback

Multi-channel signals are distributed to left and right front speakers, and left and right surround speakers to output.

SFC (Sound Field Control)

You can enjoy more dynamic and broader surround effects when using SFC with Dolby Digital, DTS and stereo signals (video, CD, etc.).

?? Using SFC (Sound Field Control)

To cancel SFC mode

Press

Dolby Pro Logic

You can enjoy 2-channel sources such as CD with the surround effect.

?? Using Dolby Pro Logic

Press

To cancel sound ???eld effects

Press [???SETUP, OFF]. (??? right)

Canceling sound ???eld effects

Press

To cancel SFC mode

Press [ VIRTUAL SPEAKER].

Note

???See page 5 about how to display the surround digital signal/ sound field.

???If the input signal is 2-channel, Dolby Virtual Speaker also

works in conjunction by pressing [ PL ]. (Only when not connecting the surround speakers)

??? You cannot use Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Pro Logic and SFC when the source contains PCM signals with sampling frequencies of over 48 kHz. They are automatically canceled if those signals are input. To use the effect when playing back

other sources, press [VIRTUAL SPEAKER], [ PL ] or [SFC MUSIC, MOVIE] again to select.

???You can also press [GAME] on the remote control to select ???GAME ??? mode (??? left) of SFC. (??? page 20)

???When using the surround speakers, Dolby Pro

Logic cannot be used for surround signals such as Dolby Digital and DTS, and multi-channel LPCM signals.

??? When playing back 7.1-channel LPCM signals, you can enjoy

the VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??????

Using the VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??????

What is VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? ? VIERA Link??? is a new name for EZ SyncTM.

VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) 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.

???VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control???, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers??? equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

???This system supports ???HDAVI Control 4??? function.

???HDAVI Control 4??? is the newest standard (current as of December, 2008) for Panasonic???s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic???s conventional HDAVI equipment.

???Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers??? equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

What you can do with VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control???

Use the remote control of TV (VIERA) for operation. Operations differ depending on the type of TV.

???The following illustrations and displays are examples, which may differ from the actual product.

???When you do operations other than the following, use this system???s remote control.

???See operating instructions of TV (VIERA) as well.

1.You can select ???Speaker Selection??? (???Home Cinema??? or ???TV???).

Using

Play

Main unit

Remote control of TV (VIERA)

TV

When audio is input, the main unit will be automatically turned on if it is in standby??? mode and the sound is output from this system???s speaker. You can also adjust the volume level by using the volume control buttons.

??????Standby??? condition means the condition that the main unit is off.

TV (VIERA) speakers become active.

When using with the Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 4 or later version, the main unit is automatically turned off. (Intelligent Auto Standby) See operating instructions for TV (VIERA) as well.

For correct use of VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control???

Use TV (VIERA)???s remote control to select ???Home Cinema??? without turning on the main unit with this system???s power button (including the remote control). (The main unit is automatically turned on.)

??? See operating instructions of TV (VIERA) as well.

Connection

Connect this system with VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? compatible TV (VIERA) and DIGA Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA) with an HDMI cable.

???Please use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).

???When outputting 1080p signal, please use the HDMI cables 5.0 meters (16.4 feet) or less.

???It is recommended that you use Panasonic???s HDMI cables. (Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilized.) Recommended part number: RP-CDHG10 (1.0 m / 3.3 ft.), RP-CDHG15 (1.5 m / 4.9 ft.), RP-CDHG20 (2.0 m / 6.6 ft.),

RP-CDHG30 (3.0 m / 9.8 ft.), RP-CDHG50 (5.0 m / 16.4 ft.), etc.

Note

???Only with HDMI cable connection, you cannot enjoy TV (VIERA) sounds on this system. Connect TV (VIERA) to this system with the optical fiber cable (or stereo connection cable) to enjoy TV (VIERA) sound.

???See the operating instructions for the TV (VIERA) for VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? operation of connected equipment.

Setup

Preparations: Check ???VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? setting??? (??? page 23) of this system is ???ON ???. Make the setting to activate VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? function in the menu operation of TV (VIERA).

1.Turn on all equipment other than the TV.

2.Turn on the TV (VIERA).

3.Switch TV (VIERA) input to the HDMI terminal that this system is connected to.

4.Ensure that pictures from the Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder (DIGA), etc. are shown correctly after this system???s input is switched to ???BD/DVD ??? or ???AUX 1 ???.

Note

Make this setting in the following cases:

???when this system is connected for the first time after purchase

???when adding or reconnecting equipment

???when changing the settings for ???Reducing standby power consumption (In standby condition (HDMI off mode))??? (??? page 22) and ???VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? setting??? (??? page 23)

When not using this function

Set ???VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? setting??? to ???OFF ???. (??? page 23)

Using the VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??????

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To return to the previous display/ To cancel during setting operation (??? page 21): Press [ RETURN].

This function is effective during surround playback only. You can enjoy the dynamic effect even if the sound volume level is low during surround playback.

Press [WHISPER-MODE SURROUND] to select ???W.S. ON ???.

???The current setting is displayed first.

Each time you press, the setting switches between ???W.S. OFF ??? and ???W.S. ON ???.

?? To cancel Press [WHISPER-MODE SURROUND] to select ???W.S. OFF ???.

Note

WHISPER-MODE SURROUND is not effective in the following cases. When using the surround speakers:

When Dolby Pro Logic and SFC are off with 2-channel signal input When not using the surround speakers:

When Dolby Virtual Speaker is off

If the above setting is made when this function is on, this function temporarily becomes off.

Using ???GAME???

Enjoy gaming with more dynamic sound.

Press [GAME].

??? ???GAME ??? mode (??? page 17) in SFC is selected. ?? To cancel Press again.

If canceled, SFC???s effect itself is canceled.

Muting

???MUTE ??? blinks on the display while the volume is muted.

Press [MUTE].

Note

???Muting is canceled when you switch the system to standby.

???Muting is also canceled when you adjust the volume.

Adjusting the bass (woofer part) output

When you feel the bass volume is not balanced with the volume of the front speakers, you can adjust the bass during playback.

1. Press [CH] to select ???WFR ???.

(The speaker is switched each time you press the button.)

WFR (woofer) ??? RS (surround right) (when used) ??? LS (surround left) (when used)

Adjusting the surround speaker output using the test signal

You can make this setting when using the surround speakers. You can adjust the surround speaker volume by outputting the test signal.

1. Press [TEST] to output the test signal.

Speaker display

L : Front left, R : Front right,

RS : Surround right, LS : Surround left

???The test signal is output from one speaker at a time for two seconds in the following order.

TEST L p TEST R p TEST RS p TEST LS

2.Press [VOL +, ???] to adjust the volumes of front speakers to the normal listening

level.

Adjustment range: 0 (Min) to 50 (Max)

3.Press [CH] to select surround speakers for adjustment.

4.Press [SPEAKER LEVEL +, ???] to adjust

each speaker???s output level.

Adjustment range: RS, LS : ???10 to +10

???The test signal comes from the speaker being adjusted.

???The test signal is output again in the above order 2 seconds after adjustment.

??Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the level of each speaker.

5. Press [TEST] to stop the test signal.

Note

???You can check the audio output of the front speakers.

(??? page 14) (When the surround speakers are not used, only ???TEST L ??? and ???TEST R ??? are displayed and the test signal is output alternately.)

???To adjust the volume balance of left and right front speakers, see ???Adjusting the volume balance of front speakers???

(??? right).

???Even if you adjust each channel level in this adjustment, each

channel level setting in each SFC mode (??? page 17) does not change.

???When you make this adjustment while using the front speakers only, Dolby Virtual Speaker functions. When

playing 2-channel sources, Dolby Pro Logic also works in conjunction. (??? page 17)

???To adjust the bass volume, do not output the test signal for adjustment. (??? page 20)

?? Setup menu items

???EXIT???

?????? appears only when audio adjustment can be made.

???Select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to finish the setup mode.

Adjusting sound quality

You can adjust the level of bass and treble.

This setting is effective only when you perform stereo playback of 2-channel analog and PCM signals (during Dolby Virtual Speaker and Dolby Pro Logic is off).

This setting is not displayed in other conditions. Be sure to make this setting in the above condition.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? above)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???BASS ??? or ???TREBLE ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] for adjustment, and press

[OK].

Adjustment range: ???6 to +6

Factory setting: 0

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Adjusting the volume balance of front speakers

You can adjust the balance of the front speakers.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? above)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???BALANCE ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [w][q] for adjustment, and press

[OK].

L : Front left

R : Front right

Move the bar to left and right on the display to adjust.

???As the bar gets closer to ???L ???, the sound moves to left front.

???As the bar gets closer to ???R ???, the sound moves to right front.

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Note

???The bar indication is approximate.

???When using headphones, you cannot adjust the volume balance.

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Functions and settings

To return to the previous display/To cancel during setting operation: Press [ RETURN].

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You can make this setting when using the surround speakers. This setting is not displayed under different conditions.

By setting the distance from front/surround speakers to the listening-viewing position, the sound delay time is automatically calculated and adjusted so that sound reaches the listener at the same time.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???DISTANCE ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [w][q] to select a speaker to set and press [OK].

FRONT : Front speakers

SURR : Surround speakers

4. Press [e][r] to select the distance and press [OK].

Adjustment range: 1.0 to 10.0 meter (3.0 to 30.0 ft (feet))

Factory setting : Front 3.0 meter (10.0 ft (feet))

Surround 1.5 meter (5.0 ft (feet))

5.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Note

Radio waves from this system reach the maximum range of 15 m (49 feet) within the same room.

Setting 7.1-channel virtual surround

When playing back 7.1-channel LPCM signals, you can enjoy wider sound ???eld effects as if another speaker is added. Factory setting is ???AUTO ???.

When you do not want to use 7.1-channel virtual surround effect, select ???OFF ??? in this setting.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???7.1CH VS ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select ???OFF ??? and press [OK].

AUTO : The setting is switched between ON and OFF depending on the input signals.

Only when 7.1-channel LPCM signals are input, 7.1-channel virtual surround is ON (When other signals are input, this setting is OFF.).

OFF : 7.1-channel virtual surround is always OFF.

Factory setting : AUTO

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Reducing standby power consumption (In standby condition (HDMI off mode))

Standby through function (??? pages 9, 28) does not work in this mode if you have connected through the HDMI terminal.

VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? (??? page 18) will not function when this system is off.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???HDMI ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [w][q] to select ???STNBY ??? and press [OK].

4.Press [e][r] to select ???OFF ??? and press [OK].

OFF : Standby power consumption reduced (approx. 0.2 W)

ON : ???Standby through??? is activated when this system is turned off. (Normal power consumption)

Factory setting: ON

5.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? setting

When you do not wish to use VIERA Link ???HDAVI Control??? (??? page 18), you can set the unlinked operation by selecting ???OFF ???.

The normal setting is ???ON ??? (Linked operation).

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???HDMI ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [w][q] to select ???CTRL ??? and press [OK].

4.Press [e][r] to select ???ON ??? or ???OFF ???

and press [OK].

ON : When the operation is linked

OFF : When the operation is not linked

Factory setting: ON

5.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Adjusting the time lag between audio and video by delaying audio output

You can reduce audio and video time lag by adjusting sound delay.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???SOUND DLY ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select the setting and

press [OK].

AUTO, OFF, 10, 20, 30, 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 140,160, 180, 200

Factory setting: AUTO

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Note

???If delaying audio output is not necessary, select ???OFF ???.

??????AUTO ??? is effective only when connecting the Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting HDAVI Control 3 and later versions. (Auto Lip Synchronization Function)

???When you connect the Panasonic TV incompatible with HDAVI Control 3 and later versions or non-Panasonic TV, if ???AUTO ??? is set, ???40 ??? (msec) is set.

Switching between dual sounds

You can switch between dual sounds of Dolby Digital signals.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???DUAL PRG ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select the audio and press

[OK].

MAIN : Main audio SAP : Sub channel audio output

M+S : Main + Sub channel audio output

Factory setting : MAIN

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Clear audio at low volume

Dynamic range compression function for Dolby Digital.

It compresses the dynamic range so that you can still hear dialog and leave the sound ???eld unaffected.

Use this function when you have to turn the volume down, such as late at night.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP,OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???DRCOMP ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select the setting and

press [OK].

OFF : Normal playback

STANDARD : The best suited playback for each audio source

MAX : Always compressed at the maximum level

Factory setting : OFF

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Switching the attenuator

Switch the attenuator ???ON ??? when big sounds become distorted while playing an analog input source.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about

2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???ATTENUATOR ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select ???ON ??? and press

[OK].

ON, OFF

Factory setting : OFF

4.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

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Most sources can be played with ???AUTO ??? (factory setting).

However, in the following cases, change the input signal detection setting.

???When the beginning of the song is cut during playback of CD, set to ???PCM ??? (PCM FIX).

???When the signal is not detected during playback of DTS sources, set to ???DTS ??? (DTS FIX).

???When noise occurs, return the setting to ???AUTO ???.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???INPUT MODE ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [w][q] to select the input and press [OK].

Input: TV, DVD, AUX1, AUX2

4. Press [e][r] to select the detection method of input signal and press [OK].

AUTO : Automatic detection

PCM : PCM (from CDs) digital input ???xed

DTS : DTS digital input ???xed

Factory setting : AUTO

?? Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change setting.

5.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Reset (factory settings)

The operation settings for the system will be initialized to the settings made at the time of shipment.

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???RESET ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select ???YES ??? and press [OK].

YES : Choice for resetting NO : Choice against resetting

???To cancel, select ???NO ???.

Note

???All the settings are reset when you select ???YES ??? and the input selector automatically switches to ???BD/DVD ???.

???If you select ???NO ???, you will return to step 2. To exit setup mode, press [ RETURN] a few times to display ???EXIT ???, and then press [OK].

???The contents of speaker setting are not reset. However, the contents set at ???Changing the number of speakers to 2??? (??? page 15) are reset.

When other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, etc.) manufactured by Panasonic operates with the remote control operations of this system

When using this system???s remote control, other equipment may operate. In this case, switch this system???s remote control code to ???REMOTE 1 ???. Do the following to set the same code number for this main unit and remote control.

Setting the main unit

1. Press and hold [???SETUP, OFF] for about 2 seconds.

The setting items are displayed. (??? page 21)

2.Press [w][q] to select ???REMOTE ??? and press [OK].

3.Press [e][r] to select ???1 ??? and press [OK].

Factory setting : 2

???You cannot ???nish the setting mode until the setting on the remote control is changed. Go to step 4.

???To set the remote control code to 2, select ???2 ??? in step 3 and press [OK].

Setting the remote control

4. Press and hold [OK], and then press [TV] (more than 2 seconds).

TV: Remote control code 1

BD/DVD: Remote control code 2 (factory setting)

???Select the same number as the code number you have selected in step 3.

???To set the remote control code to 2, press and hold [OK] in step 4, and then press [BD/DVD] more than 2 seconds.

5.Press [ RETURN] several times to select ???EXIT ??? and press [OK] to ???nish the setting.

Note

If different codes are set between the main unit and remote control, the error message ???REMOTE 2 ??? or ???REMOTE 1 ??? is displayed.

???Disconnect the HDMI cable then reconnect it.

???Do not connect more than 2 sets of equipment to this system???s output.

headphones/Speci???cations

Speci???cations

This system supports ???HDAVI Control 4??? function.

Operating humidity range 20 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)

FTC output power

1.0 % total harmonic distortion

g SPEAKER SECTION???2

2 way 5 speakers system (Bass reflex type)

Operating temperature range 0??C to 40??C (32??F to 104??F)

Operating humidity range 20 % to 80 % RH (no condensation)

???2: per 1 speaker

???3: use 4 speakers

Note: 1. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

2.Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer.

3.Total harmonic distortion is measured by using AES17 filter.

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RQT9471

Before requesting service, make the following checks.

If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to ???Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)??? on page 30 if you reside in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico, or refer to ???Product information??? on page 29 if you reside in Canada.

Digital signals that can be played on this system

guide/Digital signals that can be played on this system/Maintenance

??Dolby Digital

Blu-ray disc, DVD etc.

??DTS

Blu-ray disc, DVD etc.

??PCM (2-channel)

CD, DVD audio etc.

??Multi-channel LPCM (Linear PCM)

Blu-ray disc, DVD audio etc.

Note

???With HDMI connection, this system can play back multi-channel LPCM signals with sampling frequencies of over 48 kHz and PCM signals of over 96 kHz in addition to multi-channel LPCM of up to 48 kHz and PCM of up to 96 kHz. (If frequency exceeds these figures, playback equipment performs down-sampling and plays back as 48 kHz signals. However, playback may be impossible depending on the discs. See operating instructions of playback equipment for more information.)

???With the optical fiber connection, this system can play multi-channel LPCM signals with sampling frequencies of up to 48 kHz and PCM signals of up to 96 kHz.

???See ???Glossary??? (??? page 28) for more detailed information on each signal.

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Maintenance

Unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet and wipe the system using a soft and dry cloth.

???When the system is very dirty, wring the cloth soaked in water thoroughly, wipe the dirt and wipe moisture off with a dry cloth.

???Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, etc. because they may cause casing to deform and coating to come off.

??? Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that come with the cloth carefully.

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Glossary

Analog

Audio signals produced from L/R audio output terminals of general equipment is called analog audio.

CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media)

This is the copyright protection technology which prevents ???le copy of DVD audio.

Decoder, Decode

Decoder is the device to enable us to hear audio data that is encoded on DVD, etc., as a normal audio signal. This process is called Decode.

Deep Color

This system can reproduce greater color gradation (4096 steps) when connected to compatible TV and recorder, etc.

You can enjoy exceptionally rich, natural-looking colors, with smooth, detailed gradation and minimal color banding.

Digital

Blu-ray Disc players, DVD recorders, DVD players, and CD players are usually equipped with digital output terminals. Connect through the digital terminal to enjoy digital surround sounds such as Dolby Digital and DTS.

Dolby Digital

Digital sound compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories.

Compatible with surround sound as well as 2-channel stereo sound. With this technology, you can keep massive amount of audio data in a disc ef???ciently.

Dolby Pro Logic

This system can process not only Dolby Surround, but also other 2-channel sources to produce a 5.1-channel sound for a more realistic sound ???eld. It is also possible to enhance old

movies recorded in stereo with this dynamic 5.1-channel sound. This system uses Dolby Pro Logic to add surround effects to stereo sources such as video cassettes and CDs.

Dolby Virtual Speaker

This system allows you to enjoy a surround effect with two front speakers. This is not merely a ???virtual surround??? effect, but rather uses the optimal speaker arrangements and listening positions for 5.1-channel sound.

Down-sampling

This is the process of resampling by reducing the sampling rate of a signal that was sampled at a certain rate.

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.

HDMI (High De???nition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI enables you to transmit digital audio and video signals using a single cable.

You can also transmit control signals using HDMI connections.

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Optical

Using optical ???ber cable for digital signal input/output from DVD, CD, etc., provides better sound quality for playback or recording compared to analog. Only possible with equipment that has an optical terminal.

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)

This is one of the methods that enable analog sounds to be converted to digital sounds without compression.

This method is used for music CD, etc.

Sampling frequency

Sampling is the process of converting the heights of sound wave (analog signal) samples taken at set periods into digits (digital encoding). Sampling frequency is the number of samples taken per second, so larger numbers mean faithful reproduction of the original sound.

Standby through function

When this system and TV and Blu-ray Disc player/DVD recorder etc. are connected with HDMI cables, image/audio from Blu- ray Disc player/DVD recorder etc. can still be transmitted to TV through this system even though the system is turned off.

This is useful when you want to enjoy late night viewing only with the television???s speakers.

Images recorded with x.v.Color or Deep Color are also supported.

Surround signal

Audio signal made up with front speakers, center speaker and surround speakers. When the front speakers are only used for this system, surround signals are automatically played by Dolby Virtual Speaker.

WHISPER-MODE SURROUND

Even when the sound volume level is low, you can enjoy dynamic surround playback similarly as during normal playback. This is convenient when listening at night.

x.v.Color

This is a name of products compliant with ISO Standard for wider color space: ???xvYCC???. This system supports x.v.Color.

1080p

This is one of the digital hi-vision images.

1080 is the number of effective scanning lines that constitute the actual screen. This enables every detail to be beautifully expressed. Images are less ???ickered with progressive method that scans in order from the top. This system supports 1080p.

5.1-channel surround

Monaural and stereo use one channel and two channels respectively to reproduce sound, but 5.1-channel surround uses 5 speakers and 1 subwoofer. The 5 channels are: 1 center speaker, 2 front speakers, and 2 surround speakers at the

side of or to the rear of the sitting position. Sound output of the subwoofer is much narrower than the other speakers, and so is considered as 0.1. This is called 5.1-channel surround when played through all 5.1 channels, when the front speakers are only used for this system, you can enjoy the sound ???eld effect with Dolby Virtual Speaker as if you are listening to 5.1-channel sources.

7.1-channel virtual surround

When playing back 7.1-channel LPCM signals with this function, you can enjoy wider sound ???eld effects as if another speaker is added.

Product Service

1.Damage requiring service ??? The unit should be serviced by quali???ed service personnel if:

(a)The AC power supply cord or the plug 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 service the unit beyond that described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servicing personnel.

3.Replacement parts ??? When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts speci???ed by the manufacturer or parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result in ???re, electric shock, or other hazards.

4.Safety check ??? After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform safety checks to con???rm that the unit is in proper working condition.

The servicer will require all components to service your system. Therefore, should service ever be necessary, be sure to bring the entire system.

Product information

For product information or assistance with product operation:

In the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico, refer to ???Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)??? on page 30.

In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 1-800-561-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized Servicentre closest to you.

Listening caution

EST. 1924

Selecting ???ne audio equipment such as the unit you???ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it???s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association???s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing ???comfort level??? adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds ???normal??? can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.

Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

???Start your volume control at a low setting.

???Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

??? Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for a lifetime.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit.

Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

SERIAL NUMBER _______________________________________

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________________

DEALER NAME _______________________________________

DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________

_____________________________________________________

TELEPHONE NUMBER _________________________________

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-De???nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDAVI Control??? is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

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Limited Warranty Coverage (For USA and Puerto Rico Only)

If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as ???the warrantor???) will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (???warranty period???), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or replace will be made by the warrantor.

During the ???Labor??? warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the ???Parts??? warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your product during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold ???as is???. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original purchase date is required for warranty service.

Carry-In or Mail-In Service

For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States and Puer to Rico call 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or visit Panasonic Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions

This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER ???LIMITED

WARRANTY COVERAGE???. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but are for illustration only.)

ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF

MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor???s Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.

PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY

ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

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Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)

Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.panasonic.com/help

or, contact us via the web at:

http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

You may also contact us directly at: 1-800-211-PANA (7262),

Monday-Friday 9 am-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 10 am-7 pm, EST.

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)

Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at:

http://www.pstc.panasonic.com

or, send your request by E-mail to:

npcparts@us.panasonic.com

You may also contact us directly at:

1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only) (Monday ??? Friday 9 am to 9 pm, EST.)

Panasonic Service and Technology Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032

(We Accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, and Personal Checks)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277

As of October 2008

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)

Panasonic Canada Inc.

PANASONIC PRODUCT ??? LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.

LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for which the product was not designed, misused or abused, damaged during shipping, or which has been altered or repaired in any way that affects the reliability or detracts from the performance, nor does it cover any product which is used commercially. Dry cell batteries are also excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This warranty is extended to the original end user purchaser only. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed.

THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES.

In certain instances, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable.

WARRANTY SERVICE

FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE, please contact:

FOR PRODUCT REPAIRS, please locate your nearest Authorized Servicentre at www.panasonic.ca :

Link : ???ServicentresTM locator??? under ???Customer support???

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT TO A SERVICENTRE

Carefully pack and send prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.

Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of original purchase.

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