TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started

 

Playing Discs

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Control reference guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

POWER-SAVING FEATURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . belowQuick Start Guidestep 1 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6step 2 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Speaker connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Radio antenna connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Audio and video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

step 3 AC power supply cord connection . . . . . . . . 8step 4 Preparing the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . 8step 5 Easy setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Listening to the radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Presetting stations automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Listening/confirming the preset channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the START menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Selecting the source using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Listening to the TV or other device’s audio from this unit’s speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Enjoying sound effects from all speakers

Enjoying surround sound effects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Selecting sound mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Whisper-mode Surround. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Adjusting the speaker level during playback . . . . . .11 Adjusting the speaker balance during playback . . .11

Basic play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Playing from the selected item. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Other modes of play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Program and Random play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Other OperationsLinked operations with the TV(VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting the audio link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Easy control only with VIERA remote control . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using the iPod/iPhone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Reference

Changing the player settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Discs that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Speaker installation option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO

RICO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA). . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Getting Started

Playing Discs

Other Operations

Reference

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed

below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

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 amplifiers) 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 fit 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 specified by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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 qualified 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.

RQTX1230

5