Panasonic SA-XR55 - User Manual

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Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please
read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
As an ENERGY STAR
®
Partner
∗
,
Panasonic has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
∗For Canada only: The word “Participant” is
used in place of the word “Partner”
If you have any questions contact
In the U.S.A.: 1-800-211-PANA(7262)
In Canada: 905-624-5505
For U.S.A. only
The warranty can be found on page 26.
For Canada only
The warranty can be found on page 27.
Before use
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
How to set up the Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Listening caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connections
Home Theater connections
1. TV and DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
• Basic connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
• High picture quality connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• DVD ANALOG 6CH connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
• Bi-wiring connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
• Using speaker terminal B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. AC power supply cord . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Other connections
• DVD recorder . . . . . 9 • VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• Cable box or satellite receiver etc. . . . . . . . . . 10
• CD player . . . . . . . 10 • Tape deck . . . . . . 10
• Game player etc. . 10 • Antennas . . . . . . . 11
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Settings
Receiver settings - Basic . . . . . . 12
Settings
- Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Basic
Operations
Basic operations
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using Surround effects . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operations
Control guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sound quality/Sound field/Convenient functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Making a recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Receiver settings
- Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Remote control mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Multi control menus and factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Reference
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty (U.S.A.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Warranty (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
Model No. SA-XR55
Operating Instructions
AV Control Receiver

Panasonic SA-XR55 Specifications

General

Brand	Panasonic
Model	SA-XR55
Category	Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Before Use

Important Safety Instructions

Comprehensive safety guidelines for operating the AV receiver and preventing hazards.

Home Theater Setup Overview

Guides on setting up surround sound, listening cautions, and identifying supplied accessories.

Antenna Connections

Details how to connect FM and AM antennas for optimal radio reception.

Remote Control Operation

Explains how to use the remote control, including battery installation and aiming.

Connections

TV and DVD Player Basic Connections

Describes fundamental audio and video connections for TV and DVD players.

High Picture Quality and DVD 6 CH Connections

Explains component, S-Video, and analog 6CH connections for enhanced audio/video.

Speaker Placement and Cable Connections

Guides on positioning speakers, different speaker setups, and connecting speaker cables.

Advanced Speaker Wiring and Power Connection

Details bi-wiring, using speaker terminal B, and connecting the AC power cord.

Peripheral Device Connections

Explains how to connect DVD recorders, VCRs, CD players, tape decks, and game players.

Settings

Basic Receiver Configuration

Guides on changing fundamental settings like speaker setup, bi-wiring, and surround back options using the MULTI CONTROL.

Speaker Testing and Input Signal Configuration

Explains how to test speaker output, adjust levels, and configure digital input terminals and signal modes.

Advanced Audio and System Settings

Covers adjustments for tone, balance, display, dual program output, compression, sleep timer, reset, and A/D attenuator.

Speaker Distance, Filter, and Bi-amp Adjustments

Details advanced settings for speaker distance, bass filter frequency, and bi-wire speaker balancing.

Remote Control Mode and Factory Settings

Explains changing remote modes and lists default factory settings for various functions.

Basic Operations

Playback Procedures

Details how to turn on the unit, select speakers, input sources, and adjust volume for playback.

Advanced Playback and Surround Modes

Covers specific playback scenarios like DVD-Audio, using Speaker B, DUAL AMP, BI-AMP, and basic surround effects.

Operations

Main Unit Controls and Display Indicators

Explains the buttons on the front panel and the meaning of various display indicators.

Remote Control Usage and Surround Effect Limitations

Describes remote control functions and conditions where surround effects cannot be used.

Sound Quality Adjustments and Surround Effects

Explains how to fine-tune surround effects, sound fields, and speaker levels.

Convenient Functions and Recording

Details subwoofer level adjustment, muting, re-master function, dimmer, and recording procedures.

Radio Tuning and Preset Management

Explains manual tuning, auto/manual station presetting, and reducing radio noise.

Reference

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the AV receiver's various sections.

Warranty and Customer Support Information

Details U.S. warranty terms, customer service contacts, and accessory purchase information.

Canadian Warranty and Product Maintenance

Outlines Canadian warranty terms and provides product maintenance guidelines.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Problems and Solutions

Provides a checklist of common issues and their remedies for no power, no sound, or distorted sound.

Error Indicators and Troubleshooting Steps

Addresses troubleshooting for specific error codes (F76, F70, U12) and display issues.

Surround Effect and Radio Troubleshooting

Offers solutions for issues related to surround effects and radio reception problems.