Using the radio

TUNER/BAND

Numbered buttons

ENTER

FUNCTIONS

The illustration shows SC-HT540.

TUNING

MEMORY

the radio

-TUNE MODE / -FM MODE

Using

SELECTOR

 

Presetting stations automatically

Main unit only

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1

Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

 

Each time you press the button:

 

MANUAL()PRESET

3

Press [X TUNING W] to tune to the lowest

 

frequency (FM: 87.50, AM: 522).

4

Press and hold [MEMORY].

 

Release the button when “FM AUTO” or “AM AUTO”

 

is displayed.

 

The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into

 

the channels in ascending order.

 

“SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set,

 

and the radio tunes to the last preset station.

 

“ERROR” is displayed when automatic presetting is

 

unsuccessful. Preset the channels manually

RQT8722

(right).

 

Selecting the preset channels

1

Press [TUNER/BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press the numbered buttons to select the

 

channel.

 

 

 

 

To select a 2-digit number

 

 

 

PRG DISC SFC TG D.MIX

MONO SLP

 

e.g. 12: [S10] [1] [2]

DE

 

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

Alternatively, press [X, W].

AAC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When a stereo FM broadcast is being

 

 

 

ST

SRD E.

 

received, “ST” lights in the display.

 

HDCD

 

 

H.BASS

 

 

 

 

W PGM

 

 

 

 

1

If noise is excessive

When “FM” is selected

Press and hold [—FM MODE] on the main

unit to display “MONO”.

 

MONO ST SRD E.

 

HDCD

 

H.BASS

 

W PGM

 

1

Press and hold [—FM MODE] again to cancel the mode.

The mode is also canceled when you change the frequency.

When “AM” is selected

Press [FUNCTIONS] on the remote control.

Each time you press the button: BP 2()BP 1

Manual tuning

 

Main unit only

1

Press [SELECTOR] to select “FM” or “AM”.

2

Press [-TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”.

3

Press [X TUNING W] to select the frequency.

To start automatic tuning, press and hold

[X TUNING W] until the frequency starts scrolling. Tuning stops when a station is found.

Presetting the channel

Up to 15 stations can be set in each band, FM and AM.

1While listening to the radio broadcast

Press [ENTER].

2While the frequency and “PGM” are flashing on the display

Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.

To select a 2-digit number

 

 

DISC SFC TG

D.MIX MONO SLP

e.g. To select 12:

 

[S10] [1] [2]

 

 

Alternatively, press [X, W], and then press [ENTER].

The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset to that channel.

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Panasonic SC-HT540, SC-HT990 operating instructions Using the radio, If noise is excessive, Presetting the channel

SC-HT990, SC-HT540 specifications

The Panasonic SC-HT540 and SC-HT990 are home theater systems that offer a blend of advanced technology and user-friendly experiences, delivering high-quality sound for an immersive audio-visual environment. Both systems boast distinct features that make them suitable for different user needs while showcasing Panasonic's commitment to innovation in home entertainment.

The SC-HT540 is equipped with a powerful 5.1 channel surround sound system, utilizing a 1000-watt total system power output. This system includes a compact yet robust subwoofer that enhances the low frequencies, providing a balanced and dynamic audio experience. The speakers are designed to deliver clear dialogues and rich sounds, which makes it ideal for watching movies and listening to music. It supports Dolby Digital and DTS for an immersive surround sound experience.

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