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... an experienced radio/TV technician for help. System Main unit Front speakers Center speaker Surround speakers Subwoofer SC-HT440 SA-HT440 SB-FS440 SB-PC640 SB-FS441 SB-W440 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is...
... an experienced radio/TV technician for help. System Main unit Front speakers Center speaker Surround speakers Subwoofer SC-HT440 SA-HT440 SB-FS440 SB-PC640 SB-FS441 SB-W440 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is...
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... discs 16 Selecting a track using CD text 16 Playing HighMATTM discs 17 Playing RAM discs 17 Using on-screen menus 18 Main menu 18 Other Settings 19 Changing the player settings 21 Changing the delay time of the speakers 23 Other Operations Using the radio 24 Presetting stations automatically 24 Selecting the preset channels 24 Manual tuning 24 Using an outdoor antenna (optional 25 Using sound effects 26 Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control . . . 26 Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus 26 Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby...
... discs 16 Selecting a track using CD text 16 Playing HighMATTM discs 17 Playing RAM discs 17 Using on-screen menus 18 Main menu 18 Other Settings 19 Changing the player settings 21 Changing the delay time of the speakers 23 Other Operations Using the radio 24 Presetting stations automatically 24 Selecting the preset channels 24 Manual tuning 24 Using an outdoor antenna (optional 25 Using sound effects 26 Changing the sound quality: Sound Field Control . . . 26 Enhancing the sound from the center speaker: Center Focus 26 Enhancing the stereo sound: Dolby...
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... if you set them up on an even surface to prevent them from the system for proper ventilation. ≥ To allow for about 30 cm (1113/16q) from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. - Positioning the speakers FRONT SURROUND (L, R) (L, R) CENTER SUBWOOFER Main unit ≥Use only supplied speakers Using other than those described in the diagram are not. When turning the unit...
... if you set them up on an even surface to prevent them from the system for proper ventilation. ≥ To allow for about 30 cm (1113/16q) from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument. - Positioning the speakers FRONT SURROUND (L, R) (L, R) CENTER SUBWOOFER Main unit ≥Use only supplied speakers Using other than those described in the diagram are not. When turning the unit...
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...; Set "Video Output Mode" to terminals of the same color. ≥ After making this connection, select "Darker" from the "Black Level Control" in order to play audio from your cable TV service or television antenna RF IN RF OUT RF cable (not included) Television (not included) RF IN AUDIO OUT L AUDIO IN Audio cable (not included) R VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN Video cable (included) Back of the component video input terminals depends on the menu screen (➜...
...; Set "Video Output Mode" to terminals of the same color. ≥ After making this connection, select "Darker" from the "Black Level Control" in order to play audio from your cable TV service or television antenna RF IN RF OUT RF cable (not included) Television (not included) RF IN AUDIO OUT L AUDIO IN Audio cable (not included) R VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN Video cable (included) Back of the component video input terminals depends on the menu screen (➜...
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... is turned off . Keep loose antenna cable away from the household AC outlet. Main unit [For\areas\except\U.S.A.[and\Canada] Before connecting the AC power supply cord Set the voltage. Adhesive tape AC IN AC power supply cord To household AC outlet [For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada] ≥ If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet Use the power plug adaptor (included). Remove the batteries if the remote control...
... is turned off . Keep loose antenna cable away from the household AC outlet. Main unit [For\areas\except\U.S.A.[and\Canada] Before connecting the AC power supply cord Set the voltage. Adhesive tape AC IN AC power supply cord To household AC outlet [For\areas\except\U.S.A.\and\Canada] ≥ If the power plug does not fit your AC outlet Use the power plug adaptor (included). Remove the batteries if the remote control...
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...) Adjust the volume of power. (12) MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (29) 4, 5 / X TUNING W Skip or slow-search play (12)/ Select the radio stations (24) SURROUND MUSIC Equalizing the sound (12) Display Open/Close the disc drawer (12) DISC EXCHANGE Open the disc drawer to exchange the disc in the play list (17) Return to page 29, Using the Music Port. "DVD/CD". To change its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 28). 1 2 3 4 5 6 Select Register Turn on -screen menu...
...) Adjust the volume of power. (12) MUSIC PORT Connect an external device (29) 4, 5 / X TUNING W Skip or slow-search play (12)/ Select the radio stations (24) SURROUND MUSIC Equalizing the sound (12) Display Open/Close the disc drawer (12) DISC EXCHANGE Open the disc drawer to exchange the disc in the play list (17) Return to page 29, Using the Music Port. "DVD/CD". To change its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 28). 1 2 3 4 5 6 Select Register Turn on -screen menu...
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... a Video CD has playback control, you select JPEG as MP3 with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to "Customer Services Directory" on DVDs to approximately one disc using these operating instructions. Your television must be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of information. It achieves the same sound quality as the storage system on media such as the original parts. Product information...
... a Video CD has playback control, you select JPEG as MP3 with product operation: In the U.S.A., refer to "Customer Services Directory" on DVDs to approximately one disc using these operating instructions. Your television must be heard above the noise of the equipment and the highest level of information. It achieves the same sound quality as the storage system on media such as the original parts. Product information...
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... or cable TV programs. (Refer to page 7 for the side you want to rotate while menus are finished with the 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons. ≥ You can select the other trays. start playing, select it with the menus. ≥ Total title number may not be displayed properly on . Press and hold to skip. OPEN/CLOSE SURROUND MUSIC POWER MUSIC PORT SURROUND 1 2 3 4 5 MUSIC 5 DISC SELECTOR 5 DISC SELECTOR 5 Start play. Changing the other trays, press [DISC SKIP...
... or cable TV programs. (Refer to page 7 for the side you want to rotate while menus are finished with the 5 DISC SELECTOR buttons. ≥ You can select the other trays. start playing, select it with the menus. ≥ Total title number may not be displayed properly on . Press and hold to skip. OPEN/CLOSE SURROUND MUSIC POWER MUSIC PORT SURROUND 1 2 3 4 5 MUSIC 5 DISC SELECTOR 5 DISC SELECTOR 5 Start play. Changing the other trays, press [DISC SKIP...
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..." is off: PLAY,-.Contents number Basic play . ≥ [VCD] Slow-motion: forward direction only. [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] ≥ [VCD] Forward direction only. If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 30 to previous screen Main unit display - [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] [VCD] with playback control Shows a disc menu. - [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Time display ,-.Information display (e.g. [DVD-VR] Program number) [JPEG...
..." is off: PLAY,-.Contents number Basic play . ≥ [VCD] Slow-motion: forward direction only. [DVD-A] (Motion picture part) [DVD-VR] [DVD-V] [VCD] ≥ [VCD] Forward direction only. If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 30 to previous screen Main unit display - [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] e.g. To select 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] [VCD] with playback control Shows a disc menu. - [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] Time display ,-.Information display (e.g. [DVD-VR] Program number) [JPEG...
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... 2-channel stereo (except when Surround Music is on). - Disc Review When you find a title/program to select "Picture Adjustment" (➜ below). Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. User: Press [ENTER] to play Press [1 PLAY]. ≥ This may not work depending on the disc's recording. ∫ Play Menu This works only when the elapsed play time can select either "Intro Mode" or "Interval Mode" in "Advanced Advanced Disc Review" in...
... 2-channel stereo (except when Surround Music is on). - Disc Review When you find a title/program to select "Picture Adjustment" (➜ below). Cinema2: Sharpens images and enhances detail in dark scenes. User: Press [ENTER] to play Press [1 PLAY]. ≥ This may not work depending on the disc's recording. ∫ Play Menu This works only when the elapsed play time can select either "Intro Mode" or "Interval Mode" in "Advanced Advanced Disc Review" in...
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Changing the player settings 1 Numbered buttons 2 Select Press and hold to show the Setup menu. Select the tab. ENTER SETUP Go right 3 Select Select the item. Tab Setup Disc Video Audio Display Others Audio Subtitle Menus Advanced Disc Review Ratings English Automatic English Intro Mode Level 8 Item Setting to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥ Underlined items...
Changing the player settings 1 Numbered buttons 2 Select Press and hold to show the Setup menu. Select the tab. ENTER SETUP Go right 3 Select Select the item. Tab Setup Disc Video Audio Display Others Audio Subtitle Menus Advanced Disc Review Ratings English Automatic English Intro Mode Level 8 Item Setting to select and press ENTER RETURN to exit ≥ The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. ≥ Underlined items...
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...; Frame§: Overall quality is high, but brightens when you notice the audio is set. Changing the player settings QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ "Video" tab TV Aspect Choose the setting to suit your center and surround speakers. ≥ Off ≥ On: Adjusts for late night viewing. (Only works with the video. Still Mode Specify the type of television.
...; Frame§: Overall quality is high, but brightens when you notice the audio is set. Changing the player settings QUICK SETUP enables successive settings of the items in the shaded area. ∫ "Video" tab TV Aspect Choose the setting to suit your center and surround speakers. ≥ Off ≥ On: Adjusts for late night viewing. (Only works with the video. Still Mode Specify the type of television.
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... Exit SW LS ms 0.0 RS Surround delay time Circle of the speakers (Effective when playing multi-channel audio) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for Dolby Pro Logic II. When you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to the recommended setting. Changing the delay time of constant primary listening distance If...
... Exit SW LS ms 0.0 RS Surround delay time Circle of the speakers (Effective when playing multi-channel audio) (Center and surround speakers only) For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for Dolby Pro Logic II. When you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to the recommended setting. Changing the delay time of constant primary listening distance If...
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... hold the button down. Leave the AM loop antenna connected. After a few seconds the display changes to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2. [Note] After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be installed by a competent technician. Continue to remove the cover. 10 mm (13/32z) 10 mm (13/32z) Peel back 1 7 mm (9/32z) 2 1 3 Install the coaxial cable. AM outdoor antenna (Using a vinyl wire) Run...
... hold the button down. Leave the AM loop antenna connected. After a few seconds the display changes to the original step, repeat steps 1 and 2. [Note] After changing the setting, previously preset frequencies will be installed by a competent technician. Continue to remove the cover. 10 mm (13/32z) 10 mm (13/32z) Peel back 1 7 mm (9/32z) 2 1 3 Install the coaxial cable. AM outdoor antenna (Using a vinyl wire) Run...
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...;PLII]. Using sound effects Using sound effects DVD VOLUME Enhancing the sound from within the television. MUSIC: Adds surround effects to get the best surround effect (➜ page 27, Adjusting the volume of the center speaker seem like you play the same type of source, except when Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on. § When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is canceled. Music: Stereo sources Off: Cancel PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY...
...;PLII]. Using sound effects Using sound effects DVD VOLUME Enhancing the sound from within the television. MUSIC: Adds surround effects to get the best surround effect (➜ page 27, Adjusting the volume of the center speaker seem like you play the same type of source, except when Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on. § When Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is canceled. Music: Stereo sources Off: Cancel PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD RDS PTY...
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... volume and connect the headphones (not included). Using the Music Port The Music Port allows you press [SURROUND MUSIC] on the unit's display. Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo SURROUND MUSIC VOLUME External device Reduce the volume before connecting. 2 Press [MUSIC P./AUX] to 2-channel stereo. [Note] To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time. Muting the sound Press [MUTING]. can enjoy surround sound when you to connect and enjoy music from the beginning. PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD...
... volume and connect the headphones (not included). Using the Music Port The Music Port allows you press [SURROUND MUSIC] on the unit's display. Plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo SURROUND MUSIC VOLUME External device Reduce the volume before connecting. 2 Press [MUSIC P./AUX] to 2-channel stereo. [Note] To prevent hearing damage, avoid listening for prolonged periods of time. Muting the sound Press [MUTING]. can enjoy surround sound when you to connect and enjoy music from the beginning. PL PRG D DTS CD MODE DVD...
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... power supply cord, and then reconnect it to 2 hours for DVD-Audio. - password. Subtitle Subtitle position is not recorded, two numbers are depleted. cables away from the television. Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. factor. Even after the track starts, the - Sound abnormal or improper Sound is normal for it . ≥ Condensation has formed. Alternatively, turn CD Mode off and on -screen display. displayed correctly. [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] A menu screen...
... power supply cord, and then reconnect it to 2 hours for DVD-Audio. - password. Subtitle Subtitle position is not recorded, two numbers are depleted. cables away from the television. Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. factor. Even after the track starts, the - Sound abnormal or improper Sound is normal for it . ≥ Condensation has formed. Alternatively, turn CD Mode off and on -screen display. displayed correctly. [WMA] [MP3] [JPEG] A menu screen...
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... using optional wireless accessory) "D.MIX" is flashing. [DVD-A] ≥ Select "Bright" in "FL Dimmer" in Picture Menu. 19 ≥ The unit's VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if "PRG" is connected directly to display incompatible contents. ≥ Only DVD-Video discs that the wireless - Set "Video Output Mode" in Picture Menu to "480i". (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to the unit. Cover page 22 Troubleshooting guide...
... using optional wireless accessory) "D.MIX" is flashing. [DVD-A] ≥ Select "Bright" in "FL Dimmer" in Picture Menu. 19 ≥ The unit's VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT terminal outputs the interlaced signal even if "PRG" is connected directly to display incompatible contents. ≥ Only DVD-Video discs that the wireless - Set "Video Output Mode" in Picture Menu to "480i". (Alternatively, press and hold [CANCEL] to switch to the unit. Cover page 22 Troubleshooting guide...
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...;3 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 Class 2A Not compatible with low-cut filter equipped amplifier [Note] 1. Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed. §5 The total combined maximum number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW) VIDEO SECTION [Front\speakers\SB-FS440] Type Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Surround\speakers\SB-FS441] Type Speaker unit...
...;3 Windows Media Audio Ver.9.0 Class 2A Not compatible with low-cut filter equipped amplifier [Note] 1. Extremely long and narrow pictures may not be displayed. §5 The total combined maximum number of channels 5.1ch (FL, FR, C, SL, SR, SW) VIDEO SECTION [Front\speakers\SB-FS440] Type Speaker unit(s) Full range Input power (IEC) Output sound pressure Frequency range Dimensions (WtHtD) Mass [Surround\speakers\SB-FS441] Type Speaker unit...
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... COVERAGE". If a problem with a new or a refurbished product. locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; Product or Part Name Parts Labor Audio Products (except items listed below) One (1) year One (1) year USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer Card Adapters (in exchange for defective item) One (1) year Not Applicable Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, Microphones, Adapters Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/-RAM Discs (in exchange...
... COVERAGE". If a problem with a new or a refurbished product. locate your nearest Dealer or Servicenter; Product or Part Name Parts Labor Audio Products (except items listed below) One (1) year One (1) year USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer Card Adapters (in exchange for defective item) One (1) year Not Applicable Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, Microphones, Adapters Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days Rechargeable Batteries, DVD-R/-RAM Discs (in exchange...