3 Audio and video connections
Basic setup example
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Guide Getting Started
Other video connections
[\\\\\\\\\\\HDMI\AV\OUT\\\\\\\\\]
This connection provides the best picture quality.
Connect the HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI AV OUT terminal on the main unit to the HDMI AV IN terminal on your TV.
≥Set “VIDEO PRIORITY” to “ON” (B 17, HDMI menu).
≥Set “VIDEO FORMAT” in Menu 4 (HDMI) (B 14).
VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
If your Panasonic TV is VIERA Link compatible, you can operate your TV synchronising with home theater operations or vice versa
(B 14, Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”).
≥Make the extra audio connection (B above) when you use VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” function.
[Note]
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≥It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Recommended part number:
[COMPONENT\VIDEO\OUT]
This connection provides a much purer picture than the VIDEO OUT terminal.
Connect the Component Video cable (not included) from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminal on the main unit to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN terminal on your TV.
To enjoy progressive video
≥Connect to a progressive output compatible TV.
–Set “VIDEO OUT (I/P)” in VIDEO menu to “PROGRESSIVE” and then follow the instructions on the menu screen (B 16).
≥Panasonic TVs with 576/50i·50p, 480/60i·60p input terminals are progressive compatible. Consult the manufacturer if you have another brand of TV.
≥Do not make the video connections through the VCR.
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed properly.
≥Only one video connection is required. Choose one of the video connections above depending on your TV.
Other audio connection [PT75]
[\\\\\\OPTICAL\IN\\\\\\]
This is the preferred connection for best sound and true surround sound.
Connect the optical cable (not included) from the OPTICAL IN terminal on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT terminal on your TV.
This unit can decode the surround signals received from your TV, cable or satellite STB. Refer to the operating instructions for the TV, cable or satellite STB for the settings necessary to output its audio from the digital audio output to your home theater system. Only Dolby Digital and PCM can be played with this connection.
≥After making this connection, make settings to suit the type of audio from your digital equipment (B 9).
[Note]
If you have various sound sources (such as
the TV output should then be connected to the AUX or OPTICAL IN terminal ([PT70]: AUX/TV terminal) of the main unit.
Quick Start
step 3 AC mains lead connection
Except [Australia[and[N.Z.]
Main unit (rear)
Before connecting the AC mains lead
Set the voltage.
VOLT |
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ADJ | 110−127V | 220−240V |
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AC IN
[Saudi[Arabia[and[Kuwait]
BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON THE BACK COVER BEFORE CONNECTION.
Use a
To household mains socket
AC mains lead (included)
Conserving power | [Note] |
The main unit consumes a small amount of power, even when it is in | The included AC mains lead is for use with the main unit only. |
standby mode (approx. 0.48 W). To save power when the unit is not to | Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other |
be used for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket. | equipment with the main unit. |
You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the main |
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