Panasonic SA-XR50S Operating Instructions Manual Download Page 24

RQT7487-P

H1203RF0

Panasonic Consumer Electronics 
Company, Division of Matsushita 
Electric Corporation of America 

One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094 

http://www.panasonic.com

Panasonic Sales Company, 
Division of Matsushita Electric of 
Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”)

Ave. 65 de InfanterÍa, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina,
Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive 
Mississauga, Ontario 
L4W 2T3 

www.panasonic.ca

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2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd

Printed in Malaysia

Troubleshooting guide 

Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart 

do not solve the problem: 

In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-7262, or the website (http://www.panasonic. com/contactinfo), or the 

website (http://www.panasonic.com/support). 

In Canada, contact the Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or visit the website (www.panasonic.ca), or an 

authorized Servicentre closest to you.

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Common problems

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Sound modes

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Radio

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Multi control mode menus and factory settings 

(Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers 

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No power.

• Ensure the power cord is connected.

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No sound.

• Turn the volume up. 
• Check connections to speakers and other equipment. 
• Turn on the speakers
• Turn off the tape monitor.
• Select the correct source. 
• Change the D-INPUT setting to suit the type of connection you have made. 
• Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this unit. 
• Turn PCM FIX or DTS FIX off.

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Sound stops. “F 76” or 
“OVERLOAD” appears on the 
display for about a second, and 
the unit turns off.

• Determine and correct the cause, then turn the unit on. 

Causes include:

Shorting (bare wires touching) of positive and negative speaker wires. 

Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit. 

Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power. 

Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation. 

Consult your dealer if the problem occurs again after switching the unit on.

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“F 70” appears on the display.

• Turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer.

Sound is not heard from the center, 
surround, or subwoofer speakers.

• Ensure the SPEAKERS settings for your speakers are correct.
• Turn 2CH MIX off. 
• The source may be stereo. Change the sound mode.

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Sound is not heard from the  
surround back speaker.

• Ensure the SPEAKERS settings for your speakers are correct.
• Turn 6.1CH DECODING mode on.

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Cannot use Dolby Pro Logic 

DTS NEO:6 or SFC.

• Turn DVD ANALOG 6CH off.
• You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic 

, DTS NEO:6 or SFC when input is PCM with sampling

frequencies of 192, 176.4 (COAXIAL1), 96, or 88.2 kHz.

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There is no DTS audio output.
There is Audio output, but the DTS 
decoder indicator is not lit.

• Check the DVD player’s digital output settings. 

The radio cannot be tuned in or 
there is a lot of noise and 
interference.

• Connect the appropriate antenna. (You may need an outdoor antenna or one with more elements.)
• Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna.
• Reduce the treble.
• Turn off nearby televisions, video decks, DVD players, and satellite receivers.
• Separate the antenna from other cables, cords, and appliances.

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Main menu Sub menu 

(factory settings)

Main menu

Sub menu 

(factory settings)

Main menu

Sub menu 

(factory settings)

TUNER

(TUNER 
mode 
only)

TUNING

MANUAL

OPTION

B PROOF MODE A

SETUP 2

SPEAKERS

FRONT

SMALL

FM MODE AUTO

RESET

YES

CENTER

MEMORY CH 1

SETUP 1

SPEAKERS

SUBW YES

LCR S SB

SURROUND

AUTO MEM START

SUBW NO

SUR BACK

YES

TONE

BASS

0dB

D-INPUT

TV

OPT 1

SUB-WFR

TREBLE

DVR

OPT 2

DISTANCE

FRONT

10 FEET

BALANCE

L  

R

DVD

COAX 

1

CENTER

DIMMER

OFF

CD

COAX 2

SURROUND

5 FEET

ON

LEVEL 2

IN MODE

TV

AUTO

SUR BACK

SLEEP

OFF

DVR

FILTER

100

OPTION

DUAL PRG MAIN

DVD

EXIT

á

Exit the Multi control mode

DR COMP OFF

CD

A/D ATT

OFF

Summary of Contents for SA-XR50S

Page 1: ...s 3 The remote control 3 Control guide 14 The radio 16 Audio settings 18 Other functions 20 Making a recording 20 Advanced setup 21 Specifications 22 Product Service 22 Maintenance 22 Warranty U S A 23 Customer Services Directory U S A 23 Troubleshooting guide Back cover Before use Step 1 Home Theater connections 4 DVD player Speakers TV or monitor AC power supply cord Step 2 Other connections 6 D...

Page 2: ...PLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 prese...

Page 3: ...l Insert so the poles and match those in the remote control Do not use rechargeable type batteries Aim at the sensor avoiding obstacles at a maximum range of 7m 23 feet directly in front of the unit Keep the transmission window and the unit s sensor free from dust Operation can be affected by strong light sources such as direct sunlight and the glass doors on cabinets CAUTION DO NOT INSTALL OR PLA...

Page 4: ... distance from the seating area The angles in the diagram are approximate White L Red R 75Ω GND LOOP EXT FM ANT AM ANT IN CD L R REC OUT PLAY IN TAPE LOOP ANT GND IN TV DVR VCR1 OUT IN OUT OPTICAL TV IN OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 DVR IN COAXIAL2 CD IN OUT IN DVR VCR1 MONITOR OUT TV MONITOR OU Y PB P IN IN TV DVD D S VIDEO DIGITAL CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT DVD DVD 6CH AUDIO COAXIAL1 IN DVD VIDEO MONIT...

Page 5: ...moothest low frequency performance Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output level but can result in unnatural bass Cable Speaker terminals Twist the wire FRONT A Other terminals Note If using 4 mm plugs Do not short circuit Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated To connect equipment refer to the appropriate operating instructions Fully tighten th...

Page 6: ...0 75Ω GND LOOP EXT FM ANT AM ANT IN CD L R REC OUT PLAY IN TAPE LOOP ANT GND IN TV OUT OPTICAL TV IN OPTICAL1 COAXIAL2 CD IN OUT SUBWOOFER DVR VCR1 MONITOR OUT TV MONITOR OUT Y PB PR IN IN IN TV DVD DVR VCR1 Y PB PR Y PB PR TV IN S VIDEO DVD IN COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT DVD DVD 6CH AUDIO COAXIAL1 IN DVD MONITOR OUT IN TV R FRON DVD IN DVR IN DIGITAL OPTICAL2 OUT IN VIDEO OUT ...

Page 7: ... DVD VIDEO MONITOR OUT IN TV R L FRONT A Class 2 Wiring DVD IN TV MONITOR OUT Y PB PR IN Y PB PR TV IN S VIDEO TV MONITOR OUT COMPONENT VIDEO S VIDEO OUT S VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PB COMPONENT VIDEO OUT PR COMPONENT VIDEO IN PR COMPONENT VIDEO IN PB COMPONENT VIDEO IN Y LOOP ANT GND DVR VCR1 OUT IN OUT OPTICAL TV IN OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 DVR IN COAXIAL2 CD IN OUT SUBWOOFER O...

Page 8: ...1 OPTICAL2 DVR IN COAXIAL2 CD IN OUT SUBWOOFER OUT IN DVR VCR1 MONITOR OUT TV MONITOR OUT Y PB PR IN IN IN TV DVD DVR VCR1 Y PB PR Y PB PR TV IN S VIDEO DVD IN COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT DVD DVD 6CH AUDIO COAXIAL1 IN DVD VIDEO MONITOR OUT IN TV R FRON DVD IN OPTICAL OUT DIGITAL DIGITAL IN 75Ω GND LOOP EXT FM ANT AM ANT IN CD L R LOOP ANT GND IN TV DVR VCR1 OUT IN OUT OPTICAL T...

Page 9: ... FM indoor antenna The antenna should be installed by a competent technician Twist the coaxial cable s shield braid firmly and connect it to the GND terminal FM outdoor antenna 75Ω coaxial cable 20 mm 25 32 Shield braid 10 mm 3 8 Core wire N VCR1 Y PB PR Y PB PR TV IN DVD IN COMPONENT VIDEO CENTER SURROUND AC IN R L BACK R L FRONT A FRONT B SPEAKERS 6 8 Ω HAUT PARLEURS R L Class 2 Wiring Front rig...

Page 10: ...put mode 1 Select This unit automatically detects whether input is digital or analog but you can fix the input mode AUTO Automatically detects the input signal and plays ANALOG Fixes the input signal to analog and plays DIGITAL Fixes the input signal to digital and plays PCM FIX Fixes the input signal to PCM and plays To finish settings Note regarding PCM FIX mode In rare cases the unit may have t...

Page 11: ...the input position 3 Change the setting Output the signal Adjust the main volume 2 Select the input position 3 Change the setting Select the speaker channel Adjust the level c For more detailed information on settings refer to Advanced setup on page 21 Stop the test signal VOLUME LEVEL TEST u t y i 4 5 6 7 8 9 DISC 0 10 VOLUME ENTER DIRECT TUNING TUNER BAND MUTING h q g TOP MENU MENU DIRECT NAVIGA...

Page 12: ... suited to enhance vocals SPORTS Enjoy a feeling like being at a live sporting event JAZZ Recreates natural sound ambience and direction MUSICAL Enjoy a feeling like being at a live musical performance DANCE Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect GAME Enjoy games with greater audio impact When you finish listening Be sure to reduce the volume and press POWER 8 to switch the unit to standby Notes on ...

Page 13: ...6 1CH DECODING is on 1 19 MAX Output is only from the speakers selected in the SPEAKERS settings To adjust SFC effect Adjust the effect SFC effect can be adjusted between EFFECT 1 minimum and EFFECT 10 maximum The factory setting is EFFECT 5 for each mode Listening to multi channel source in stereo 2CH MIX mode When multi channel sources are played in this mode the sounds intended for the other sp...

Page 14: ...oid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage Turn the speakers off when using the headphones Display SPEAKERS Speaker indicators Sound is output from speakers connected to the front A surround and center terminals Sound is output only from speakers connected to the front B terminals Sound is output from speakers connected to the front A and B terminals TUNED ST MONO Radio ...

Page 15: ...lection of radio stations by frequency 10 ENTER To enter two digit channels TUNER BAND Change the input mode and remote control mode to TUNER For switching between FM and AM 1 CH 2 For selecting preset radio channels 4 3 VOLUME To adjust the volume HELP Displays help messages Press if an error message appears A message offering a possible solution scrolls across the display MUTING To mute the volu...

Page 16: ...t noise will also reduce 1 Select OPTION 2 Select B PROOF 3 Select MODE A or MODE B For your reference Improving reception DVD players can interfere with radio reception Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the antennas if this occurs Beat proof mode Changing these settings also changes the A D attenuator settings which are linked á page 19 To finish settings 1 Press MULTI CONTROL ...

Page 17: ...Preparation Set the station signal you want set as a preset Preset the stations one at a time FM stations can also be preset in the MONO mode For your reference Even if the power supply cord is disconnected from the house hold AC outlet the stations remain in memory for approximately two weeks To finish settings 1 Press MULTI CONTROL several times to select EXIT 2 Press INPUT SELECTOR SPEAKERS A B...

Page 18: ...selected Press and hold at the same time for 2 seconds To cancel perform the same operation again AUTO is displayed In rare cases the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on discs With DTS the signals may not be recognized at all Engage the DTS FIX mode if this occurs When DTS FIX mode is on the unit cannot process other signals This may cause noise to be output Turn the setting o...

Page 19: ...evel recommended by the producer of the software for household viewing MAX The maximum allowable compression recommended for night viewing 1 Select 2 Select 3 Select To finish settings A D attenuator 1 Select 2 Select 3 Select 1 Press MULTI CONTROL several times to select EXIT 2 Press INPUT SELECTOR Turn the A D attenuator on if OVERFLOW lights frequently when using 2 channel analog input or DVD A...

Page 20: ...instructions for details on how to prepare it for recording Note With a tape deck you can record any analog source except TAPE With a DVD recorder VCR you can record any analog source except TAPE and DVR VCR1 With digital recording equipment you can record any digital source without copy protection When you select DVD ANALOG 6CH mode only sound from the front left and right channels is recorded So...

Page 21: ...me You can select distances between 3 and 30 feet at one foot intervals 1 Select 2 Select the speaker 3 Change the setting FILTER 1 Select 2 Change the setting Change the cut off for bass output from the front speakers If you set the front speakers to SMALL the filter is set to 100 Hz Raise the cut off if the bass from the front speakers is unsatisfactory so that this bass is output through the su...

Page 22: ...6 15 16 x 3 9 32 x 14 13 16 Mass 4 2 kg 9 3 lb n DIN POWER 1 kHz T H D 1 2 x 100 W 6 Ω Notes 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Mass and dimensions are approximate 2 Total harmonic distortion is measured by the digital spectrum analyzer Digital input OPTICAL 2 COAXIAL 2 Digital output OPTICAL 1 Power consumption in standby mode 1W Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit Pr...

Page 23: ...23 Reference RQT7487 Warranty U S A Customer Services Directory U S A ...

Page 24: ...lower than that rated for this unit Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation Consult your dealer if the problem occurs again after switching the unit on 5 9 5 9 F 70 appears on the display Turn the unit off disconnect the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer Sound is not heard from the center surround or subw...

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