Panasonic SC-BT100 Operating Guide

RQT9161

The following messages or service numbers appear on the TV or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use.

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

≥Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions 

that came with the cloth carefully.

Observe the following points to ensure continued 
listening and viewing pleasure.
Dust and dirt may adhere to the unit’s lens over time, making it 
impossible to play discs.
Use the lens cleaner (not included) about once every year, 
depending on frequency of use and the operating 
environment. Carefully read the lens cleaner’s instructions 
before use.

≥You are trying to play the DivX VOD content that was purchased with a different 

registration code. You cannot play the content on this unit.

≥You inserted an incompatible disc.

≥You tried to play a non-compatible image.

≥Confirm “SD” on the unit’s display is not blinking and re-insert the card.

≥The disc may be upside down.

≥You inserted an incompatible disc.

≥The DivX VOD content has zero remaining plays. You cannot play it.

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≥The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.

≥Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.

≥The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] on this unit to switch the unit to 

standby for 3 seconds. Now press [

Í/I]

 

on this unit again to turn the unit on.

≥Some BD-Video discs can only be output with HDMI.

≥There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video or DVD-Video.

≥The disc is dirty or badly scratched. The unit cannot play.

≥Displayed when the unit is started and turned off. This is not a malfunction.

≥The unit is carrying out its recovery process. You cannot operate the unit while 

“PLEASE WAIT” is displayed.

≥The remote control and this unit are using different codes. Change the code on 

the remote control.

Press and hold [OK] and the indicated number 
button at the same time for more than 5 
seconds.

≥You inserted an unformatted DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, +RW, an unused +R, +R DL 

or DVD-RW (DVD-Video format).

≥You have inserted a disc the unit cannot play.

≥The unit is hot.

The unit switches to standby for safety reasons. Wait for about 30 minutes until 
the message disappears.
Select a position with good ventilation when installing the unit. Do not block the 
cooling fan on the rear of the unit.

[W2S]” or “[W4S]” is flashing.

(when using the optional 
wireless accessory: SH-FX67)

≥There is no link between this unit and the wireless system. Check that the 

wireless system is plugged into the household mains socket and is turned on.

≥Ensure that the digital transmitter is fully inserted into the slot of this unit.

≥If the wireless system is not used, disconnect the digital transmitter from this unit.

≥The HDMI connection acts unusually.

–The connected equipment is not HDMI compatible.
–Please use HDMI cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover).
–The HDMI cable is damaged.

 or F

≥Check and correct the speaker cable connections.

≥There is something unusual. (The service number displayed after H and F 

depends on the unit’s condition.)

≥Check the unit using the troubleshooting guide. If the service number does not 

disappear, do the following.
1 Disconnect the plug from the household mains socket, wait a few seconds, 

then reconnect it.

2 Press [

Í/I] to turn the power on. (The unit may be fixed.)

If the service number does not disappear despite doing the above, request service 
from the dealer. Inform the dealer of the service number when requesting service.

≥7.1ch Virtual Surround is available only when playing 6ch sources or above.

≥7.1ch Virtual Surround is available only when speaker setting is set to 5.1ch.

e.g., Display

Lens cleaner: RP-CL720E
≥This lens cleaner is not for sale in Germany and may not be 

for sale depending on the region.

≥This lens cleaner is sold as specific for DIGA, but can be 

used without problem on this unit as well.

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