Panasonic SC-HT744 operating instructions Using sound effects

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[Note]

 

The following sound effects may not be available or have no effect when

 

 

the Rear Music Port or headphones are used (page 33), or depending

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on the type of source.

 

You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound effects

 

 

are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound effects off.

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Changing the sound quality:

SFC

 

 

Sound Field Control

 

 

 

 

To enjoy the following sound quality settings, ensure that Surround Music (page 16) is turned off.

Press [SFC].

Each time you press the button:

FLAT: Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset).

MOVIE: Use this mode when playing movie software.

SPORT: Simulates sound to make you feel like you are at a sports event.

MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo sources.

HEAVY: Adds punch to rock.

CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds.

SOFT: For background music.

To check the current setting, press [SFC].

MOVIE, SPORT and MUSIC are not available when Dolby Pro Logic II is on, or when play a disc recorded with a multi-channel source.

You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best surround effect (page 31, Speaker level adjustments).

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Enhancing the sound from the

C.FOCUS

center speaker: Center Focus

 

 

 

This applies to discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel.

You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television.

Press [C.FOCUS].

Each time you press the button:

C FOCUS ON,------.C FOCUS OFF

This does not work when Surround Music (page 16) or Sound Field Control (MOVIE, SPORT or MUSIC) is turned on.

This also works when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.

Enhancing the stereo sound:

PL

Dolby Pro Logic II

 

 

 

Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5-channel surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround) from stereo sound sources, whether or not it has been specifically Dolby Surround encoded.

Press [ÎPLII].

Each time you press the button:

Movie:

Movie software, recorded in Dolby Surround.

 

 

 

PL PRG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DDTS

Music:

Stereo sources

 

CD

MODE

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Cancel

 

DVD

RDS

PTY PS AAC

This works only in DVD/CD mode.

ÎPLII” lights when there is effect.

This does not work when audio is output from HDMI AV OUT terminal.

Dolby Pro Logic II is canceled when Surround Music is turned on.

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Contents Region number ExampleF0306NK0 SB-FS72 SB-FS71Center speaker SB-PC740 Surround speakers Subwoofer SB-W740Table of Contents User memo SC-HT744Accessories AccessoriesAssembling the front and surround speakers Attach the stand to the base Secure the stand to the baseAttach the speaker to the stand Secure the speaker to the stand Preventing the speakers from fallingAssembled Connect the speaker cableSpeaker installation options Attaching to WallFitting speaker stands not included Positioning the speakers Video Television with an Hdmi terminalConnections Speaker connections / AudioBasic video connection Cable TV box or video cassette recorder connectionBasic audio connection Video connectionsAC cord connections Preparing the remote controlUse RadioPerforming Quick Setup / Control reference guide Disc handling precautions Disc caution MaintenanceTo clean discs Discs that can be playedGlossary Product ServiceProduct Service Product informationBasic play Using the main unitBasic play Press to skip Press and hold toPlay BasicDuring pause Convenient functions BasicsDetails Program play up to 32 items Press Play Mode while stoppedProgram and Random play Random playSearching by a content or group title Playing data discs using navigation menusUsing the submenu Selecting a track using CD textPlaying HighMATTM discs Playing data discs using navigation menusPlaying scenes one by one Playing RAM and DVD-R/-RW DVD-VR discsUsing on-screen menus Main menuOther Settings Picture MenuPlay Menu Other Menu Audio MenuDisplay Menu Confirming Hdmi informationChanging the player settings Disc tabHdmi tab Video tabAudio tab Display tabChanging the delay time of the speakers Language code listUsing the radio Presetting the channelIf noise is excessive AM outdoor antenna Using a vinyl wire Using an outdoor antenna optionalFM outdoor antenna Using a television antenna Using the radioUsing sound effects Adjusting the volume of each To adjust speaker level during playAdjusting the amount of bass Enhancing the bass soundOperating other equipment Changing the remote control codeTelevision code list Operating the televisionSetting the sleep timer Using other useful functionsUsing headphones Using the Music PortUnresponsive or inoperable function Troubleshooting guidePower Specific operation undesirable or unexpectedListening to the radio Sound abnormal or improperProgressive video Television operationTroubleshooting guide Unit displaysTelevision displays Specifications Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyPanasonic Canada Inc

SC-HT744 specifications

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