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HT744En.book Page 1 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM
Operating Instructions
High-quality
DVD Home Theater Sound System
picture
page 10
Model No. SC-HT744
HDMI capability, Advanced
progressive scan and more.
Wireless-ready
surround sound
page 10
Region number
Optional wireless surround
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region
number “1” or “ALL”.
speaker connection.
Example:
1
2
1 ALL
4
High-performance
sound effects
page 30
Sound quality enhancement,
Bass enh
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HT744En.book Page 2 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and System SC-HT744 safety, please read these instructions carefully. Main unit SA-HT744 Front speakers SB-FS71 Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the Center speaker SB-PC740 remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main Surround speakers SB-FS72 unit if the controls are the same. Subwoofer SB-W740 CAUTION! CAUTION THIS P
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HT744En.book Page 3 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . 4 STEP 5 Radio and AC cord connections . . . . 12 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Getting STEP 6 Preparing the remote control . . . . 12 Simple Setup Started STEP 1 Assembling the front and STEP 7 Performing QUICK SETUP . . . . . . 13 surround speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Speaker installation options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Con
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HT744En.book Page 4 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM 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. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from 2) Keep these in
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SUB SURROUND FRONT WOOFER Rch Rch 6 4 2 CENTER SURROUND FRONT Lch Lch 5 3 1 8720En_p01-05.fm Page 5 Thursday, March 23, 2006 3:05 PM Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of March 2006. These may be subject to change.) To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase. ∏ 1 Remote control ∏ 1 AC power supply cord ∏ 2 Stands for front speakers (EUR76
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HT744En.book Page 6 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM The supplied stands are specially designed for attachment to Panasonic SB-FS71 front STEP1 Assembling the front and speakers or SB-FS72 surround speakers. surround speakers Use only as indicated in this setup. Preparation ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform assembly on it. ≥ For assembly, use a Phillips-head screwdriver. ≥ Make sure you have all the indicated components before starting assembly, setup, an
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HT744En.book Page 7 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM 4 Secure the speaker to the stand. Assembled! Speaker Screw Tighten securely. Ensure the speaker cable is centered in the groove. Stand 5 Connect the speaker cable. Insert the wire fully. _: White `: Blue Push! Press the speaker cable into the groove. ∫ Preventing the speakers from falling String (not included) ≥ You will need to obtain the appropriate screw eyes to match the Thread from the wall to the walls or pillars to which they ar
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8720En_ p06-15.f m Page 8 Friday , March 24, 2006 4:29 PM Speaker installation options Reattaching the speaker cable to the stand ∫ Attaching to a wall 1 Remove the eight screws from the stand, and remove the speaker net. You can attach all of the speakers (except subwoofer) to a wall. ≥ The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should Screw be capable of supporting over 10 kg (22 lbs) per screw. Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wal
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HT744En.book Page 9 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM STEP2 Positioning the speakers How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points: ≥ Place speakers on flat secure bases. ≥ Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick curtains. ≥ Left and right speakers are interchangeable, but front and surround speakers are not. ≥ Place the front, center, and surround speakers at app
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8720En_p06-15.fm Page 10 Thursday, March 23, 2006 3:06 PM STEP3 Speaker connections ≥Ensure the AC cord is disconnected before you make the speaker connections. Speaker cable (For center speaker) 2 sheets of speaker cable stickers ≥ Attach the speaker-cable stickers to make connection easier. FRONT SURROUND Lch Lch CENTER 1 3 5 FRONT SURROUND SUB Rch Rch WOOFER 2 4 6 Be careful not to cross Speaker cable sticker (short-circuit) or reverse the CENTER CENTER polarity of the speaker 5 5 wires
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HT744En.book Page 11 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Basic audio connection ≥ This audio connection will enable you to play audio from your Television television through your home theater system. Refer to “Operating other (not included) equipment” (➜ page 32). RF IN Back of the main unit AUDIO AUDIO AU AUX X COMPONENT VIDEO OUT OUT IN PB Y L L S-VIDEO OUT R R PR VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN Audio cable (not included) Basic video connection Television (not included) Back of the main unit C
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HT744En.book Page 12 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM STEP5 Radio and AC cord connections AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord ≥ Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. ≥ Using an outdoor antenna (optional) (➜ page 29). FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Affix this end of the Stand the antenna up on its base. antenna where Place the antenna where reception is best. reception is best. Keep loose antenna cable away from other wires and cab
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N HT744En.book Page 13 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM STEP7 Performing QUICK SETUP The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings. To display the picture from the main unit, turn on your television and change its video input mode (e.g. VIDEO 1, AV 1, etc.). ≥ To change your television’s video input mode, refer to its operating instructions. ≥ This remote control can perform some basic television operations (➜ page 32). 1 2 3 4 5 6 Select RETURN D
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HT744En.book Page 14 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Discs that can be played Operations in these instructions are described mainly with formats. Icons such as [DVD-V] show the formats. DVD-Video [DVD-V] — DVD-Audio [DVD-A] [DVD-V] ≥ [DVD-V] Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video content. To play DVD-Video content, select “Play as DVD-Video” in Other Menu (➜ page 24). Video CD [VCD] ≥Including SVCD (Conforming to IEC62107) DVD-RAM [DVD-VR] [MP3] [JPEG] ≥ [DVD-VR] Recorded with devices using
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HT744En.book Page 15 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Product Service 1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel if: (a) The AC power supply cord or AC adaptor has been damaged; or (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or (c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or (e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 2. Servicing—Do not attempt to servic
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HT744En.book Page 16 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Basic play OPEN/CLOSE POWER 1 Power on. 3 Open the drawer and place the disc(s). ≥ Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up. ≥ To load discs on the other trays, press [DISC SKIP] on the main unit. ≥ Play will start from the disc in the front-left position of the tray. ≥ For DVD-RAM, remove the disc from its cartridge before use. ≥ Do not: SELECTOR –load more than one disc per tray. –touch the drawer
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N HT744En.book Page 17 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM If you are experiencing problems, refer to troubleshooting (➜ page 34 to 36). Using the remote control [DVD-VR] [DVD-A] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] 12 3 TV e.g. To select 12: TV VIDEO [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2] 1 4 5 6 VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. AUX [VCD] with playback control 2 7 89 Press [∫ STOP] to cancel the PBC 1 2 3 CH 0 10 function, and then press the 4 5 6 Numbered numbered buttons. Enter number 7 89 buttons VOLUME 6
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N HT744En.book Page 18 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Convenient functions CD MODE Playing CDs sequentially TV TV VIDEO [VCD] [CD] [WMA] [MP3] VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. AUX This feature is very convenient if you want to play several music CDs sequentially. Make sure that applicable disc is in the play position before 1 2 3 1 5 CH playing (➜ Checking the disc type in each tray, left). 4 5 6 Numbered 7 89 buttons While stopped VOLUME DISC 0 10 DISC Press [CD
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HT744En.book Page 19 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM To change the selected program PLAY MODE 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. Program and Random play 2 Press the numbered buttons to change each item. ([WMA] [MP3] Press [ENTER] to register the selection.) To clear the selected program Press [PLAY MODE] while stopped. 1 Press [3, 4] to select the program number. Program and random playback screens appear sequentially. 2 Press [CANCEL] (or press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select “Clear” and p
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S N O I T C N U F C I S U M D N HT744En.book Page 20 Thursday, March 23, 2006 1:30 PM Playing data discs using navigation menus TV TV VIDEO ∫ Using the submenu VOLUME DVD FM AM MUSIC P. 1 While Navigation Menu is displayed AUX Press [FUNCTIONS]. 1 2 3 CH 2 Press [3, 4] to select an item and press [ENTER]. 4 5 6 Numbered Items shown differ depending on the type of disc. 7 89 buttons VOLUME DISC 0 10 SLOW SEARCH Groups and contents are displayed. Multi , SLOW/SEARCH SKIP Contents only List STOP
