Operating Instructions Wireless System Model No. SH-FX67 Designed for Panasonic DVD Home Theater Sound Systems that are compatible with the SH-FX67. Table of Contents Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................3 Accessories............................................................................................4 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-FX67 SH-FX67T SE-FX67 Use Setup......................................................................................................5 Connections ........................................................................................6 Making the wireless link ......................................................................8 Using the surround back speakers......................................................9 Reference Product service ....................................................................................10 Maintenance ........................................................................................ 10 Troubleshooting guide ..........................................................................10 Specifications.......................................................................................11 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.)..................................................12 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) .............................................14 P PC RQTX0125-1P 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. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. 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, BUILT-IN 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 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. WARNING: ENGLISH RQTX0125 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 2 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. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly 1) Read these instructions. at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit 2) Keep these instructions. from the apparatus. 3) Heed all warnings. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 4) Follow all instructions. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with 6) Clean only with dry cloth. the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the when moving the cart/apparatus combination to manufacturer's instructions. avoid injury from tip-over. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that when unused for long periods of time. produce heat. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for been dropped. replacement of the obsolete outlet. The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit. Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of unit. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA. This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. 3 RQTX0125 ENGLISH 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. 3 Accessories Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use number indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement part. (Product number correct as of December 2007. This may be subject to change.) For U.S.A.: To order accessories, refer to "Accessory Purchases" on page 13. For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase. 1 AC power supply cord (K2CB2CB00021) For use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with this unit. 2 Speaker cables [REEX0860B (Blue), REEX0868B (Grey)] User memo: DATE OF PURCHASE ___________________________________ DEALER NAME________________________________________ DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE NUMBER__________________________________ ENGLISH RQTX0125 The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER SH-FX67 4 4 Setup Setup 5 RQTX0125 ENGLISH 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. [Note[ Do not use the wireless system and digital transmitter in a metal cabinet or bookshelf. Do not attempt to connect any extra surround speakers to the home theater unit. Place the wireless system within approximately 10 m (33 ft) from the home theater unit. Wireless setup diagram e.g. 7.1ch (Using two units of the wireless system) [Compatible model: e.g. SC-BT100] Home theater unit (with the digital transmitter) Seating position Wireless system Wireless system e.g. 5.1ch [Compatible model: e.g. SC-PT660, SC-PT754] Home theater unit (with the digital transmitter) Seating position LS Wireless system LS RS LB RB RS Surround speaker cables (included) Surround speakers are not included. LS: Surround (left), RS: Surround (right) Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating position. Surround speaker cables (included) Surround speakers and surround back speakers are not included. This placement offers 7.1-channel playback. Your home theater unit must be capable of 7.1-channel playback. LS: Surround (left), RS: Surround (right) Place on the side of the seating position. LB: Surround back (left), RB: Surround back (right) Place behind the seating position, about 1 meter (3 ft) higher than ear level. (Continued on next page) 5 Setup 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). Connections Digital transmitter Refer also to the operating instructions for your home theater unit. Do not insert or remove while the home theater unit is on. Setup e.g. Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft) Cordless phone and other electronic devices: approx. 2 m (6-1/2 ft) Wireless system 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. DIGITAL TRANSMITTER SH-FX67 digital transmitter Insert fully until you hear a click. e.g. Rear of the home theater unit ENGLISH RQTX0125 6 6 Connections Wireless system Preparation If the surround speaker cables (with a blue connector and a grey connector) have already been connected, disconnect the surround speaker cables from your home theater unit. Connecting the speakers to the wireless system Connect to terminals of the same color. AC IN I/D SET SPEAKERS ENCEINTES LS / RB LB / RS SURR SURROUND (3 ­ 6 ) L R SIDE SIDE AMBIOPHONIQUES For 5.1ch connection [Compatible model: e.g. SC-PT660, SC-PT754] Speaker cable SURROUND (LS): Blue SURROUND (RS): Grey Selector setting for the left and right speakers SURR SURR Insert fully. For 7.1ch connection [Compatible model: e.g. SC-BT100] L R SIDE SIDE Surround selector SURROUND (LS): Blue SURROUND BACK (LB): Grey SURROUND (RS): Grey SURROUND BACK (RB): Blue Selector setting for the left speakers Selector setting for the right speakers Impedance: 3 to ...