Operating Instructions Wireless System and Digital Transmitter Model No. Table of Contents Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................3 Accessory ..............................................................................................3 SH-FX65 Use Designed for Panasonic DVD Home Theater Sound Systems that are compatible with the SH-FX65. Setup......................................................................................................4 Connections ........................................................................................5 Making the wireless link ......................................................................6 Reference Product service ......................................................................................7 Maintenance ..........................................................................................7 Troubleshooting guide ............................................................................7 Limited Warranty ....................................................................................8 Specifications.......................................................................................10 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. System Digital transmitter Wireless system SH-FX65 SH-FX65T SE-FX65 As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets ® the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ® P RQTX0047-Y WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC caution: To maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables may result in interference to radio and TV reception. Any changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094 Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262 CAUTION! DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILTIN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS. The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RQTX0047 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2 Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 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. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 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. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 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. 9) The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. 10) 11) 12) Accessory Please check and identify the supplied accessory. Use number indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement part. (Product number correct as of December 2006. This may be subject to change.) 13) 14) 1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00018) For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit. RQTX0047 To order this accessory, refer to "Accessory Purchases" on page 9. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS / Accessory 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. - If you see this symbolInformation on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. 3 Setup Setup Preparation Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Connect the AC power supply cord after all other connections are complete. Wireless setup diagram e.g. To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between the wireless system and other electronic devices that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz band). e.g. Wireless system Home theater unit (with the digital transmitter) Do not attempt to connect any extra surround speakers to the home theater unit. Wireless system Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft) Cordless phone and other electronic devices: approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft) Surround speaker cables The wireless system will automatically seek a clear channel if any of these other devices interfere with its communication. When this happens, the wireless link indicator (" [W1] " or an indicator) flashes on the home theater unit, and there is a brief interruption in audio coming from the surround speakers. This is the normal operation of the product working to assure the best possible performance of your home theater unit. If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to another location outside the range of the wireless system, or move the wireless system nearer to your home theater unit. Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33 ft) from the home theater unit. RQTX0047 [Note[ Do not use the wireless system and digital transmitter in a metal cabinet or bookshelf. 4 Connections Digital transmitter Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit. Wireless system 1 2 If the surround speaker cables have already been connected Do not insert or remove while the home theater unit is on. Disconnect the surround speaker cables from your home theater unit. Connect the surround speaker cables to the wireless system. i: White j: Blue Digital transmitter Insert fully until you hear a click. e.g. Rear of the home theater unit Insert the wires correctly. Surround speaker cable (R) Surround speaker cable (L) DIGITAL TRANSMITTER 1 3 Insert the wires, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. 2 AC cord AC power supply cord RQTX0047 To household AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Setup 5 Setup Making the wireless link Setup Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit. Pairing with existing SH-FX85 (not included) Your SE-FX65 can be used with SH-FX85, both operating on the same wireless system as SH-FX85. By pairing, you can enjoy the benefits of both systems working together simultaneously. Preparation Use the SH-FX85T transmitter card for pairing. Store your SH-FX65T transmitter card in a cool dry place for later use. Make sure that the speaker and AC cord connections on page 5 are completed. Turn on the home theater unit and SH-FX85, and then reduce the volume. 1 Turn on SE-FX65. While pressing [5/9] on the home theater unit, press the numbered button [3] on the remote control until "P" lights in the home theater unit's display. The indicator on SE-FX65 turns green. While "P" is displayed, press [I/D SET]. 1 Turn on the wireless system. Unit on/off button [POWER C I, B Í] Use this button to turn the unit on and off. C I: The unit is on. B Í: The unit is off. POWER AUTO OPERATION ON/OFF AUTO OPERATION ON/OFF indicator The indicator lights red when the unit is turned on and lights green when the wireless link is activated. When the wireless link is inactive for a long time, it turns red. 2 3 2 Turn on your home theater unit and check the wireless link indicator on the home theater unit. e.g. Display on the home theater unit MONO SLP STCT Use a pointed object. 4 DDTS PL SRDE. PRG PGM RND RDS EQ W1W2 WS " [W1] "or an indicator should light up. If " [W1] " or an indicator is flashing, refer to page 7, Troubleshooting guide. While pressing [5/9] on the home theater unit, press the numbered button [3] on the remote control. " [W1] " or the wireless link indicator lights on the home theater unit. Turn off and on SE-FX65. Make sure the indicator on SE-FX65 lights up green. 3 RQTX0047 Start play on the home theater unit. 5 6 Conserving power The wireless system consumes a small amount of power, even when it is off (approx. 0.2 W). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. [Note[ Repeat the above steps if you should use SH-FX65T transmitter ...