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RQT6866
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RQT6866
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Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
Use numbers indicated in parentheses when
asking for replacement parts.
- AC mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 1
For the United Kingdom For Australia and N.Z.
(RJA0053-3X) (RJA0035-2X)
For Eastern Europe
(RJA0019-2X)
Note
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not use
it with other equipment.
- Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 1
[EH790] for the United Kingdom [EH790] for Australia and N.Z.
and Eastern Europe (EUR7702280)
(EUR7702270)
[EH590]
(EUR7702070)
- Remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
- FM indoor antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
For the United Kingdom For Australia and N.Z.
and Eastern Europe (RSA0006-J)
(RSA0007)
- AM loop antenna set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(RSA0022-L)
- Speaker leads
(REE1234) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (REE1233) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
(Red/Black) (Gray/Blue)
- Antenna plug adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Only for the United Kingdom
(SJP9009)
SC-EH790
SH-EH790
SA-EH790
SL-EH790
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RS-DV290
SB-DV290
SB-PC95
SB-PS95
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions care-\
fully.
These operating instructions are applicable to the following systems.
These operating instructions, however, fundamentally explain the operati\
on
of system SC-EH790.
[EH790] : indicates a function which can be enjoyed with SC-EH790 only.
[EH590] : indicates a function which can be enjoyed with SC-EH590 only.
System
Sound processor
Tuner / amplifier
CD changer
CD player
Cassette deck
Front
Speakers Center
Surround
SC-EH590
SH-EH590
SA-EH590
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SL-EH590
RS-DV290
SB-EH590
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CD changer or CD player
(Back of product)
Safety precautions
Placement
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high tem-
peratures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can
damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit\
s
service life. Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion and
unwanted acoustical effects. Do not place heavy items on the unit.
Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and
cause a fire. Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when setting
the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
AC mains lead protection
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor
connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not pull\
,
bend, or place heavy items on the lead. Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains
lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.
Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric s\
hock
or malfunction. Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the po\
wer
supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable
gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.
Service
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted,\
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is no\
t
covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead and
contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric shock or
damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or
reconstructed by unqualified persons. Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if\
it
is not to be used for a long time.
Table of contents
Before use
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caution for AC Mains Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control guide and preparatory steps
Front panel controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turning DEMO off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Basic operations
CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . 13
The radio: manual tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
The radio: preset tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing sound field and quality
Boosting the super woofer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the super sound equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing sound field and quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the acoustic image equalizer (AI EQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using the manual equalizer (M.EQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Enjoying surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236CH DISCRETE INPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
DOLBY PRO LOGIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 24
SUPER SURROUND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
24
Speaker level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Recording operations
Before recording (Deck 2 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recording CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Recording the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Tape-to-tape recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Timer operations and convenient functions
Using the timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Changing the sound range display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Muting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Enjoying karaoke
(For Australia and N.Z. ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
External unit connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Optional antenna connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Using other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
References
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cassette tape selection and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
Simple set-up and playLocating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Speaker leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Flat cables and AC mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Listening to a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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.
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.
-„ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNITS VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWS-
PAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
-„ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CAN-
DLES, ON THE UNIT.
-„ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
MANNER.
CAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCE-
DURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZAR-
DOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVI-
CING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile tele-
phones during use. If such interference is apparent, please in-
crease separation between the product and the mobile telephone.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.
For United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
www.panasonic.co.uk (for UK customers only)
-„ Order accessory and consumable items for your
product with ease and confidence by telephoning our
Customer Care Centre Mon-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm.
(Excluding public holidays.)
-„ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering
application.
-„ Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
-„ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are
provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
-„ It couldnt be simpler!
Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357
For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Technical Support
For UK customers: 0870 1 505610
This Technical Support Hot Line number is for
Panasonic PC software related products only.
For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer Care
Centre number listed above for all enquiries.
For all other product related enquiries, please use the
Customer Care Centre numbers listed above.
DANGER NVIS BLE LASER RADIAT ON WHEN OPEN.
AVOID D RECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
ADVARSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRĂ
LING VED Ă
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ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGĂ
UDSĂTTELSE FOR STRĂ
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VARO! AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTI NA
NĂKYMĂTĂNTĂ LASERSĂTEILYLLE. ĂLĂ KATSO SĂTEE\
SEEN.
VARNING OSYNLIG LASERSTRĂ
LNING NĂR DENNA DEL ĂR ĂPPNAD OCH
SPĂRREN ĂR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRĂ
LEN.
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BRYTES. UNNGĂ
EKSPONERING FOR STRĂ
LEN.
VORSICHT UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEĂFFNET.
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN. (Inside of product)
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RQT6866
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RQT6866
Simple set-up and play
A
DC B
E
Notes on speaker use-«You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play
sound at high levels over extended periods.
-«Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
-„When playing distorted sound.
-„When the speakers are receiving howling from a microphone
(for Australia and N.Z.) or record player, noise from FM broadcasts,
or continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic
instrument.
-„When adjusting the sound quality.
-„When turning the unit on or off.
If irregular colouring occurs on your televisionThese speakers are designed to be used close to a television, but the
picture may be affected with some televisions and set-up combinations.
If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.
The televisions demagnetizing function should correct the problem.
If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.
Note
The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be
capable of supporting 5 kg per screw.
Front speakersLeft and right front speakers are exactly same.
Surround speakersPlace either side of the listening position, or slightly to the rear, about 1
meter higher than ear level with the Technics logo facing toward the
listening position.
The effect varies with the type of music and the music source.
If you are unable to position the surround speakers as recommended
You can put them near the front speakers and still achieve a surround-like
effect (-Ą page 26, VIRTUAL REAR SURROUND).
Attaching to a wall
Set the speaker onto screws and slide through bracket to lock into
position.
STEP 1
Simple set-up and play
Locating
Components
Sound processor
Cassette deck Tuner/amplifier
Speakers
Note
Do not put the CD changer or CD player on the top
of the tuner/amplifier. Heat can damage your CDs.CD changer or CD player Sound processor
Cassette deck Tuner/amplifier CD changer or
CD playerOptimum location
Distance: A=B=C=D=E
Front speaker (left) Front speaker (right)
[EH790]
Center speaker
[EH790]
Surround speaker (left)[EH790]
Surround speaker (right) Use only the supplied speakers.Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be neg-
atively affected. The illustrations show SC-EH790 for the United Kingdom and Eastern Europe.
Caution-„Use the speakers only with the recommended system.
Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the
speakers, and may result in the risk of fire.
Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if
you experience a sudden change in performance.
-„Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods
other than those described in this manual.
Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For United Kingdom)
(EB area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains
plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that
the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it
is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark m or the BSI mark o on the
body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must en-
sure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
local dealer.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code
as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
Brown or Red.WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL n OR COL-
OURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF -KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC
mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug
fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Figure A
Figure B
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUIT-
ABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR
HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE RE-
MOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS-
POSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG
IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE
SOCKET.
70 mm
30 - 35 mm
7.5-9.5 mm
7 - 9 mm
