RECEIVER

RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
DVD TV

^ ^ 2CH / 6CH
TUNER/BAND TAPE CD VCR

RECEIVER

AV Control Receiver
1 2 3
CH
4 5 6
VOLUME
7 8 9
DIRECT TUNING ENTER

0 > 10
DISC =
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
u i t y
– TV VOL +

h q
g

TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

DISPLAY

TV/VIDEO DIMMER
ENTER

SUBWOOFER
RETURN

MUTING
POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND
VOLUME
Operating Instructions
-TEST
INPUT MODE –SETUP –/L +/R
DOWN UP PHONES
TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT

SA-XR45
STEREO/ DOLBY
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC

Model No.
SA-XR25
SA-XR45

Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely.
Table of contents
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Before use
SA-XR45 is used in the illustrations unless otherwise mentioned.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................2
Listening caution..........................................................3
Supplied accessories ..................................................3
The remote control ......................................................4

Speaker connections
Step 1
4

Equipment connections
Step 2
6

Settings
Step 3
10

Basic operations
Step 4
14

Others
Control guide ..............................................................16
The radio ....................................................................19
Other settings ............................................................20
Other functions ..........................................................21
Making a recording ....................................................21
Sleep timer ..................................................................21

For U.S.A.
Reference
As an E NERGY S TAR ® Partner,
Panasonic has determined that this Troubleshooting guide ..............................................22
product meets the E NERGY S TAR ® The RESET function ..................................................22
guidelines for energy efficiency. Maintenance................................................................22
Warranty (U.S.A.) ........................................................23
Customer Services Directory (U.S.A.) ......................23
Specifications ..............................................Back cover
Product Service ..........................................Back cover

PP P PC RQT6840-P
 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.
1) Read these instructions. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
2) Keep these instructions.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
3) Heed all warnings. bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
4) Follow all instructions. When a cart is used, use caution when
Before use

moving the cart/apparatus combination to

5) Do not use this apparatus near water. avoid injury from tip-over.

6) Clean only with dry cloth. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
amplifiers) that produce heat. the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.

CAUTION:
CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
DO NOT OPEN
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
INSIDE. communications. However, there is no guarantee that
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
correct the interference by one or more of the following
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
measures:
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
¡Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
“dangerous voltage” within the product's
¡Increase the separation between the equipment and
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
receiver.
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
¡Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
¡Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
for help.
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
literature accompanying the appliance.
equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this
device.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
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device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this

device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 Listening caution Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied
accessories.
EST. 1924

1 AC power supply cord

(RJA0065-A)
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just
purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s
time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement
your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic 1 FM indoor antenna

Before use
Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you (RSA0006-L)
to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe
level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear 1 AM loop antenna
without annoying blaring or distortion–and, most importantly, (RSA0037)
without affecting your sensitive hearing.

We recommend that you avoid prolonged exposure to

excessive noise.

2 Batteries
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level”
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal”
can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level 1 Remote control
BEFORE your hearing adapts. SA-XR45 SA-XR25
To establish a safe level:
¡Start your volume control at a low setting.
¡Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably
and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level: (EUR7622X10) (EUR7622KA0)

¡Set the dial and leave it there. Refer to the separate booklet, “Remote Control Operation
Guide”, for remote control operation details.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing
damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you listening for Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
a lifetime. parts.
(Only for U.S.A.)
To order accessories contact 1-800-332-5368 or web site
WARNING: (http://www.panasonic.com).
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN,
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
User memo:
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON DATE OF PURCHASE _____________________________
THE APPARATUS. DEALER NAME __________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS _______________________________
________________________________________________
CAUTION! TELEPHONE NUMBER ____________________________
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL The model number and serial number of this product can be found
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK on either the back or the bottom of the unit.
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO reference.
NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
MODEL NUMBER _______________________________________

Marking sign is located on bottom of the unit. SERIAL NUMBER _______________________________________

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 The remote control
Batteries
Step 1 2 3 4
Placement of speakers
1
3 C
The front, center, and
(R6, AA, UM-3) A B surround speakers
– should be placed at
+ approximately the same
– G distance from the seating
2
Before use

30° 30° area. The angles in the

+ diagram are approximate.
D E

90° 90°

¡ Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.

¡ Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
F

Use Front speakers (A left B right)

Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m good coherency between the picture and sound.
(23 feet) directly in front of the unit.
Center speaker (C)
Remote control signal sensor Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the
seating area.

Surround speakers (D left E right)

Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area, about one meter
POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND (3 feet) higher than ear level.
DOWN UP PHO

Surround back speaker (F)

Place behind the seating area, about one meter (3 feet) higher than ear
level.

7 meters (23 feet) Subwoofer (G)

The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a
reasonable distance from the TV.
Transmission window Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency
RECEIVER
RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent output
DVD TV

^
TUNER/BAND
^
TAPE
2CH / 6CH
CD VCR
level, but can result in unnatural bass.
RECEIVER

1 2 3
CH
4 5 6

7
DIRECT TUNING
DISC

SKIP
8

0
ENTER
9
> 10
=
VOLUME

SLOW / SEARCH
Speaker cable
u i t y
– TV VOL +

h q
g

TOP MENU

DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
MENU

PLAY
LIST
Cable Speaker terminals
ENTER

DISPLAY

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER

RETURN

MUTING
Twist the wire FRONT
-TEST
INPUT MODE –SETUP –/L +/R

TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT

STEREO/ DOLBY
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC

¡ Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust. Other terminals
¡ Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.

■ How to open the remote control

Note If using 4-mm plugs

Do not short-circuit.

( )

( )
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Fully tighten the terminal,

then insert.
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 Speaker connections
Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.

Connecting speakers
Turn off the receiver before connecting the speakers.
Other connections are possible depending on your speaker system.
See your speaker system’s operating instructions for details.

Front speakers – Impedance: 6–8 Ω Center speaker – Impedance: 6–8 Ω

Right Left
C
B ( A

Step 1
(

)
)
Speaker cable
Speaker cable Speaker cable R L BACK
R L
FRONT CENTER SURROUND

75 Ω GND LOOP EXT R L

DIGITAL S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring

LOOP ANT (
GND OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN Y
FM ANT AM ANT SECOND AUDIO OUT OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
CENTER DVD DVR/VCR OUT
L L (
L PB
)
IN OUT IN
)
R PR
R R AC IN ∼
IN REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) OUT IN IN SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT OUT MONITOR OUT IN MONITOR OUT IN IN R L R L BACK
CD TAPE DVR/VCR TV DVD/DVD 6CH SUBWOOFER TV TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND
AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS

Subwoofer Surround speakers – Impedance: 6–8 Ω

D Left
OUT
SUBWOOFER
Speaker cable

E Right F Back
Monaural connection cable

INPUT
)

Speaker cable Speaker cable

G R L BACK
CENTER SURROUND
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Active subwoofer
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 Equipment connections
Step 1 2 3 4

Stereo connection cable Optical fiber cable

White (L)
Red (R)
Video connection cable Coaxial cable

Turn off all components before making any connections.

To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating Changing the digital input settings
instructions. You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if
Note necessary. Note the equipment you have connected to the
terminals, then change the settings (\ page 11 or 13).
¡Do not bend the optical fiber cable.
¡Use digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS (\ page 14).
¡Use analog connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded on
this unit, to record analog sources and to output through SECOND
AUDIO OUT (SA-XR45) (\ pages 8, 14, 20 and 21).

TV and DVD player

DVD player

SA-XR45 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SA-XR25 DIGITAL

Step 2

DIGITAL DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT

OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN IN

OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL

AUDIO OUT
(CENTER, SUBWOOFER)
AUDIO OUT
(SURROUND L, R)
CENTER DVD
L L
VIDEO OUT
IN

AUDIO OUT
R R (FRONT L, R) Note
SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH Connect to FRONT L, R if your DVD player does
not have 6 channel output.

75 Ω GND LOOP EXT R L

DIGITAL S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring

LOOP ANT (
GND OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN Y
FM ANT AM ANT SECOND AUDIO OUT OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
CENTER DVD DVR/VCR OUT
L L (
L PB
)
IN OUT IN
)
R PR
R R AC IN ∼
IN REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) OUT IN IN SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT OUT MONITOR OUT IN MONITOR OUT IN IN R L R L BACK
CD TAPE DVR/VCR TV DVD/DVD 6CH SUBWOOFER TV TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND
AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS

Satellite receiver etc. TV or monitor

SA-XR45
DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT
OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN MONITOR OUT IN
OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL TV
VIDEO

SA-XR25
DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
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IN
OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN IN TV
OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL AUDIO
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Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.

Other audio visual equipment

SA-XR45 SA-XR25
DVD recorder/VCR VCR

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN

OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL

VIDEO IN VCR
VIDEO IN
DVR/VCR

VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT

OUT IN
OUT IN

AUDIO IN AUDIO IN

Step 2
AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT

OUT IN
OUT IN
DVR/VCR
VCR
AUDIO
AUDIO

75 Ω GND LOOP EXT R L

DIGITAL S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring

LOOP ANT (
GND OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN Y
FM ANT AM ANT SECOND AUDIO OUT OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
CENTER DVD DVR/VCR OUT
L L (
L PB
)
IN OUT IN
)
R PR
R R AC IN ∼
IN REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) OUT IN IN SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT OUT MONITOR OUT IN MONITOR OUT IN IN R L R L BACK
CD TAPE DVR/VCR TV DVD/DVD 6CH SUBWOOFER TV TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND
AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS

CD Player Tape deck CD recorder

SA-XR45
SA-XR45
DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL

OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN

OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL
OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN
SA-XR25 OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL
REC
(IN)
DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL

PLAY SA-XR25
(OUT) DIGITAL IN
OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN IN
OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) DIGITAL
TAPE

OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN IN

OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 COAXIAL

L
LINE OUT
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R
IN
CD
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 Equipment connections
Antennas

FM indoor antenna (included) FM outdoor antenna

Fix the other end of the antenna ¡ Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
where reception is best. ¡ The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
¡ Twist the coaxial cable’s shield braid firmly and connect it to the
Adhesive tape
GND terminal.

;;;
FM outdoor antenna
20 mm (25/32")

1
2

AM loop antenna
(included)
;;;
;;;
Shield braid

;;
75 Ω coaxial cable
75 Ω GND LOOP EXT 10 mm (3/8")
Red

;;
LOOP ANT White

;;;
GND
FM ANT AM ANT Core wire

;;;
75 Ω GND LOOP EXT
Step 2

LOOP ANT
Black GND
1 FM ANT AM ANT

LOOP ANT
GND

2
2
1
Keep the antenna cord away from tape decks, DVD players, and
other cords.

75 Ω GND LOOP EXT R L

DIGITAL S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring

LOOP ANT (
GND OUT (TV) IN (DVD) IN (DVR) IN IN Y
FM ANT AM ANT SECOND AUDIO OUT OPTICAL OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2 OPTICAL3 COAXIAL TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
CENTER DVD DVR/VCR OUT
L L (
L PB
)
IN OUT IN
)
R PR
R R AC IN ∼
IN REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) OUT IN IN SUBWOOFER SURROUND FRONT OUT MONITOR OUT IN MONITOR OUT IN IN R L R L BACK
CD TAPE DVR/VCR TV DVD/DVD 6CH SUBWOOFER TV TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND
AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS

Using the SECOND AUDIO OUT terminal SA-XR45

Use SECOND AUDIO OUT to connect a

stereo amplifier in another room. Choose Stereo amplifier
whether to output the audio of the source AUDIO IN
75 Ω GND LOOP EXT R L
playing on this unit or audio from another
source (\ “SECOND-A” or “Second Audio LOOP ANT
GND
Output”, page 20). FM ANT AM ANT SECOND AUDIO OUT O
C

R
IN REC (OUT) PLAY (IN) OUT IN IN S
CD TAPE DVR/VCR TV
AUDIO
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Note
¡Connect the source to analog terminals. You cannot output sources connected only to the digital terminals.
¡When you connect DVD 6CH input, only sound from the front left and right channels is output.
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 Other video connections

COMPONENT VIDEO Video connection cable

This connection provides high quality pictures by separating the color
(PB and PR) and the luminance (Y) signals.
S VIDEO
S-video connection cable
Use this connection for better picture quality than with the VIDEO
terminals.

Note
Video input can only be output again through the same type of
terminal. DVD recorder/VCR SA-XR45

S VIDEO

S-VIDEO OUT

TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN

GITAL S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring OUT

IN
(
Y
COAXIAL
VCR
TV MONITOR
OUT
TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
(
VCR SA-XR25
PB
) S VIDEO
IN
)
PR
AC IN ∼ S-VIDEO OUT
IN MONITOR OUT IN IN R L R L BACK
TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND

Step 2
EO COMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS

TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN VCR IN

OUT

TV or monitor DVD player

COMPONENT COMPONENT
VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO
IN (Y) OUT (Y) OUT (Y)
COMPONENT Y COMPONENT
VIDEO VIDEO
IN (PB) OUT (PB) COMPONENT VIDEO
PB
COMPONENT OUT (PB)
COMPONENT
VIDEO VIDEO
IN (PR) PR
OUT (PR)
IN COMPONENT VIDEO
MONITOR OUT IN DVD
TV COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (PR)
COMPONENT VIDEO

S-VIDEO IN S-VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO OUT S VIDEO
S VIDEO

TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN

TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN OUT
OUT

Connecting the AC power supply cord and other information

The cooling fan operates at high power output

levels only.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
S VIDEO Class 2 Wiring
FULLY INSERT.
(
TV MONITOR TV IN DVD IN DVR/VCR IN
OUT
(
Household AC outlet
)
) (AC 120 V/60 Hz)
AC IN ∼ Conserving power
UT IN IN R L R L BACK
TV DVD FRONT CENTER SURROUND
OMPONENT VIDEO SPEAKERS (6∼8Ω) HAUT-PARLEURS The unit consumes 1 W even when it is turned off
AC power supply cord with [POWER ^/l]. To save power when the unit is
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(included) not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the

household AC outlet.
Note
If the unit is left unplugged for longer than a few
The included AC power supply cord is for use with Connect this cord after all other cables weeks, all settings will revert to the factory
this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment. and cords are connected. settings. Do the settings again if this occurs. 9
 Settings
Step 1 2 3 4 SA-XR45 also has an On Screen Display Mode for settings 1
to 4 (\ pages 12 and 13).

POWER 8 TUNE 2 TUNE 1

1 SPEAKERS 2 DISTANCE

POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

DOWN

Set the size to suit your

Display
INPUT SELECTOR BAND speakers

LARGE: For speakers that can Enter the distance of the front,
reproduce a full sound range, center and surround speakers
particularly the bass range from the seating position
below 100 Hz.
SMALL: For speakers that cannot Change the distance so that the sound
adequately reproduce the from all the speakers (except for the
bass range. This setting is subwoofer) reaches you at the same
sufficient for most speakers if time.
you are using a subwoofer. You can select distances between 3
NONE: For speakers you haven’t and 30 feet at one-foot intervals.
connected (center or surround). The factory settings are:
POWER 8 The factory settings are: SMALL FRONT and CENTER: 10 FEET
SURROUND and SUR BACK:
For the surround back (SUR BACK) and 5 FEET
Switch on subwoofer (SUB-WFR), select YES if
you have connected one (factory
setting), or NO if you have not.
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RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
DVD TV

^ ^ 2CH / 6CH
Step 3

TUNER/BAND TAPE CD VCR

RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR

1 2 3
CH
4 5 6 VOLUME
VOLUME
BAND
Enter the setting mode.
7 8 9
DIRECT TUNING ENTER

0 > 10
DISC =
u
SKIP
i
SLOW / SEARCH
t y
Press at the
– TV VOL +
same time
h q
g

TOP MENU MENU

INPUT SELECTOR Select “SPEAKERS”. Select “DISTANCE”.

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR

ENTER
LIST
SPEAKERS DISTANCE

DISPLAY RETURN

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

Select the speaker. Select the speaker.
BAND

INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R

–/L +/R
FRONT FRONT
SLEEP
TONE/
BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT LEVEL FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, FRONT, CENTER,
SUR BACK, SUB-WFR SURROUND, SUR BACK
STEREO/ DOLBY
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC

SA-XR45 Repeat. Repeat.

-TEST/–SETUP Change the setting. Change the setting.

SA-XR25
TUNE 2 TUNE 1
SMALL 10 FEET
NONE, SMALL, LARGE 3 FEET 30 FEET
TEST
NO, YES

INPUT SELECTOR

Exit the setting mode.

BAND
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Press at the
10 same time
Change the settings to suit your equipment to the environment in which you are using it. Before making any changes, read the descriptions of the
settings, note the factory settings and ranges, and refer to the equipment’s instructions.

3 FILTER 4 D-INPUT
Digital input
5 Adjusting speaker output
level

Adjust the level of the other speakers based on the

Change these settings to suit the output of the front speakers. (Speakers set as “NONE” or
connections you have made to the optical “NO” are skipped. Adjust the volume of the front speakers
(OPT) and coaxial (COAX) digital input with [VOLUME].)
Change the cut-off for bass terminals, so that the correct source is
selected when you press [INPUT
output from the front speakers C (center), RS (right surround), SB (surround back) and
SELECTOR]. LS (left surround) can be adjusted between –10 dB and
The factory settings are: +10 dB, with 0 being the level of the front speakers.
If you set the front speakers to “SMALL”,
the filter is set to 100 Hz. Raise the cut-off SA-XR45 SA-XR25 Adjust center, surround and surround back output to the
if the bass from the front speakers is same apparent level of the front speakers.
TV: OPT 1 TV: OPT 1
unsatisfactory so that this bass is output
DVD: OPT 2 DVD: OPT 2 For SW (subwoofer), you can select “– – –” so there is no
through the subwoofer.
DVR: OPT 3 CD: COAX output, “MIN” for minimum output, a level between 1 and
You can raise the cut-off from 100 Hz to
CD: COAX 19, or “MAX” for maximum output.
either 150 Hz or 200 Hz.
Adjust subwoofer output so it is balanced with the front
speakers. Subwoofer output is easily influenced by the
source. You can also change its level while playing
something for better effect (\ page 18).

Step 3
Output the signal.
SA-XR45
-TEST/–SETUP

SETUP TEST L
SA-XR25 Two seconds each.
TEST L C R RS SB LS SW

VOLUME
Select “FILTER”. Select “D-INPUT”. Adjust the main
FILTER D-INPUT volume.

Select the input position. Select the speaker

TV OPT 1 LEVEL
channel.
SA-XR45 TV, DVD, DVR, CD C 0dB
SA-XR25 TV, DVD, CD C, RS, SB, LS, SW

Repeat. Repeat.
Change the setting. Change the setting. Adjust the level.

100 OPT 1 –/L +/R

C 4dB
SA-XR45 OPT 1, OPT 2, OPT 3, COAX -10 dB +10 dB
100, 150, 200
SA-XR25 OPT 1, OPT 2, COAX ---, MIN, 1 19, MAX

Stop the test signal.

SA-XR45
-TEST/–SETUP
COMPLETE
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SA-XR25
TEST

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 Settings On Screen Display mode SA-XR45

¡Use the on screen display to change the settings to suit

Speaker Size
your equipment to the environment in which you are
using it. 1
Turn on the television and select the video input for this
unit.
¡Before making any changes, read the descriptions of Set the size to suit your speakers
the settings, note the factory settings and ranges, and
refer to the equipment’s instructions. LARGE: For speakers that can reproduce a full sound
range, particularly the bass range below 100 Hz.
SMALL: For speakers that cannot adequately reproduce the
bass range. This setting is sufficient for most
speakers if you are using a subwoofer.
NONE: For speakers you haven’t connected (center or
RECEIVER surround).
RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
DVD TV The factory settings are: SMALL
^ ^ 2CH / 6CH
TUNER/BAND TAPE CD VCR For the surround back (Surr Back) and subwoofer
RECEIVER (Subwoofer), select YES if you have connected one (factory
1 2 3 setting), or NO if you have not.
CH
4 5 6
VOLUME
7 8 9
DIRECT TUNING ENTER
> 10
Enter the setup menu.
DISC 0 =
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH -TEST/–SETUP
u i t y
– TV VOL + SETUP ENTER
h q
g

TOP MENU MENU

Press and hold
DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

ENTER ENTER

Select the speaker.

DISPLAY RETURN

SETUP ENTER
Step 3

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

RETURN

INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R

-TEST/–SETUP Fr o n t [ SMAL L ]
TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT
Ce n te r [ SMAL L ]
STEREO/ DOLBY
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC
Su r r o u n d [ SMAL L ]
Su r r Ba ck [ YES ]
ENTER Su b wo o fe r [ YES ]

Repeat.
Change the setting.
SETUP ENTER

Fr o n t [ SMAL L ]
Ce n te r [ SMAL L ]
Su r r o u n d [ SMAL L ]
Su r r Ba ck [ YES ]
ENTER Su b wo o fe r [ YES ]
To exit On Screen Display mode
Select “Exit from SETUP” in the main
menu.
A/D Att enuat i on Exit the setup menu.
Secon d Audi o O ut put
Or Exit fr om S E T U P RETURN

Press [RETURN] until the setup menu

disappears. Or Or

Continue making other settings.

For your reference
¡To return to the main menu Ce n te r
Select “Return” Su r r o u n d [ SMAL L ]
Or Su r r Ba ck [ YES ]
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Press [RETURN]. Su b wo o fe r [ YES ]

¡Do 5 on page 11 to adjust speaker output ENTER

Oth e r Se tu p s
level.
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 Speaker Distance Filter Frequency Digital Input
2 3 4
Enter the distance of the front, Change the cut-off for bass Change these settings to suit the
center and surround speakers output from the front connections you have made to the
from the seating position speakers optical (OPT) and coaxial (COAX)
digital input terminals, so that the
Change the distance so that the sound If you set the front speakers to correct source is selected when you
from all the speakers (except for the “SMALL”, the filter is set to 100 Hz. press [INPUT SELECTOR].
subwoofer) reaches you at the same time. Raise the cut-off if the bass from the The factory settings are:
You can select distances between 3 and front speakers is unsatisfactory so
30 feet at one-foot intervals. bass is output through the CD: COAX
The factory settings are: subwoofer. TV: OPT 1
Front and Center: 10 FEET You can raise the cut-off from 100 Hz DVD: OPT 2
Surround and Surr Back: 5 FEET to either 150 Hz or 200 Hz. DVR: OPT 3

-TEST/–SETUP
Enter the setup menu. SETUP ENTER
Press and hold

Select “Other Setups”. Ce n te r

Su r r o u n d [ SMAL L ]
Su r r Ba ck [ YES ]
Su b wo o fe r [ YES ]

Oth e r Se tu p s
ENTER

Step 3
Select “Speaker Distance”. Select “Filter Frequency”. Select “Digital Input”.
SETUP ENTER SETUP ENTER SETUP ENTER

Speaker S i ze Sp e a ke r Si ze Sp e a ke r Si ze
S peaker D i st ance Sp e a ke r Di s ta n c e Sp e a ke r Di s ta n c e
F i l t er Frequency Fi l te r Fr e q u e n c y Fi l te r Fr e q u e n c y
D -R ange C ompressi on D- Ra n g e Co mp r e s s i o n D- Ra n g e Co mp r e s s i o n
ENTER
D i gi t al I nput Di g i ta l In p u t Di g i ta l In p u t

Select the speaker. Select the input position.

SPEAKER ENTER DIGITAL ENTER
DI S TA N C E INPUT

Front [ 10 ] feet CD [ COAX ]

C ent er [ 10 ] feet TV [ OPT1 ]
S urround [ 5] feet DVD [ OPT2 ]
S urr B ack [ 5] feet DVR [ OPT3 ]
ENTER

Repeat. Repeat.
Change the setting. Change the setting. Change the setting.
SPEAKER ENTER FILTER ENTER DIGITAL ENTER
DI S TA N C E FREQUENCY INPUT

Front [ 10 ] feet CD [ COAX ]

C ent er [ 10 ] feet TV [ OPT1 ]
ENTER
S urround [ 5] feet [ 100 ] [ 150 ] [ 200 ] DVD [ OPT2 ]
S urr B ack [ 5] feet DVR [ OPT3 ]
Returns to the main menu.

Return to the main menu. Return to the main

menu.
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Ret ur n Re tu r n

ENTER
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 Basic operations
Step 1 2 3 4
NAVIGATOR LIST
INPUT SELECTOR
ENHANCED ENTER
SURROUND
POWER 8

DISPLAY RETURN

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND –/L +/R
DOWN UP PHONES

INPUT MODE INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R

LEVEL EFFECT
TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT

STEREO/ STEREO/ DOLBY

VOLUME 2CH MIX 2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC SFC

DOLBY NEO:6
PRO LOGIC2

DOWN UP

Sound modes
1 POWER 8 Switch on. The unit sets the sound mode to suit the signal.

Adding surround effects to stereo sources

■ Using Dolby Pro Logic2
2

2 Select input. Dolby Pro Logic 2 processor works not only on sources recorded
INPUT SELECTOR
with Dolby Surround, but also on any stereo source.
SA-XR45 TUNER / CD / TV / DVD
The following modes are available when using Dolby Pro DOLBY
,

PRO LOGIC2
TAPE , DVR/VCR , Logic 2.
SA-XR25 TUNER / CD / TV / DVD
,

TAPE , VCR , ■ Using NEO:6

Use NEO:6 to play 2-channel sources through multi-channels.
The following modes are available when playing 2-channel

3 Start play of the NEO:6

sources.

source. ■ Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)

The unit sets the sound mode to suit
Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and
the input signal.
spread by using these SFC modes with PCM or analog SFC
stereo sources.
Step 4

Choose from the following modes.

4 VOLUME Adjust the

volume.
Dolby Pro Logic 2, NEO:6 and SFC modes remain in effect until
you change them.
¡ To return to stereo sound
DOWN UP Press [STEREO/2CH MIX].

ENHANCED SURROUND mode

This mode uses the surround back speaker to create a
When you finish listening ENHANCED
realistic sound field. It is especially effective when playing SURROUND
Be sure to reduce the volume and press [POWER 8] to switch the unit DTS-ES and Dolby Digital Surround EX, but can be used
to standby. with other DTS and Dolby Digital sources, as well as
Dolby Pro Logic 2 and NEO:6. This mode engages automatically if
Notes on digital input the disc has a recognition signal for DTS-ES or Dolby Digital
This unit can decode the following signals: Surround EX (you can still turn the mode off).
¡ Dolby Digital, including Dolby Digital Surround EX
¡ DTS, including DTS-ES or DTS 96/24 (SA-XR45)
¡ PCM, including PCM with sampling frequencies of 192, 176.4 Listening to multi-channel sources in stereo
(SA-XR45, OPTICAL2), 96 or 88.2 kHz
When surround sources are played in this mode, the STEREO/
It cannot decode: 2CH MIX
sounds intended for the other speaker channels are
¡ Other digital signals, such as MPEG
played through the front speakers.
¡ Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser disc player
The 2CH MIX mode remains in effect until you change input mode
Notes on sound modes
or turn off the unit.
When input is Dolby Digital or DTS:
¡You cannot use SFC. ¡ To return to surround sound
When input is PCM with sampling frequencies of 192, 176.4 (SA-XR45, Press [STEREO/2CH MIX].
OPTICAL2), 96, or 88.2 kHz:
¡You cannot add surround effects with Dolby Pro Logic 2, NEO:6 or
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SFC. If the unit does not automatically recognize Dolby Digital

When you have selected “NONE” for both the center and surround Surround EX or DTS-ES and output is 5.1 channels:
speakers: ¡Press [ENHANCED SURROUND] to switch the mode on manually.
¡You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic 2, NEO:6, or SFC. Sound will now come from the surround back speaker.
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 MOVIE You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the center width
Use this mode when playing movie software, and dimension controls.
especially videotapes, recorded in Dolby Surround. Center Width Control – C-WDTH
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening
MUSIC to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front
Adds surround effects to stereo sources. image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
7 (center sound is spread out).
PANORAMA The default level is 3.
Sound is spread out more so you feel like you are
surrounded by music. 1. Press [EFFECT] to select “C-WDTH”.
2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect.

Dimension Control – DIMEN

You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround
speakers.
You can choose a level between –3 and +3 – Increase the level to move
sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the surround speakers.
The default is level 0.

1. Press [EFFECT] to select “DIMEN”.

2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect.
CINEMA You can adjust the effect of MUSIC with the center image control.
Use this mode when playing movie software. Center Image Control – C-IMG
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when listening
MUSIC to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the overall front
Adds surround effects to stereo sources. image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
Notes on using NEO:6 5 (center sound is spread out).
You cannot select the above modes when the “DTS” or The default level is 3.
“% DIGITAL” indicator is on.
1. Press [EFFECT] to select “C-IMG”.
2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust the effect.

HALL You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and the
Imparts the reflection and spread of a large concert hall. delay time of the surround speakers. These adjustments can be made for
each SFC mode.
CLUB
Conveys the exciting and intimate atmosphere of a To adjust the speaker level
jazz club. 1. Press [LEVEL] to select the speaker channel.

Step 4
Each time you press the button:
LIVE C / RS / LS / SW
,

Brings you up close for “live” stage performance and

smoother vocals. Sound does not come from the surround back speaker.
Speakers set as “NONE” or “NO” are skipped.
THEATER 2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust the level.
Recreates natural sound ambience and direction. C, RS, and LS: –10 dB to +10 dB
SW: – – – (off) ,
/ MIN ,
/ 1 – 19 ,
/ MAX
SIM SURR (Simulated Surround)
Heightens the sensation of expanded space with To adjust the delay time
stereo sources, and augments monaural sources. 1. Press [EFFECT].
2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to change the delay time.
PARTY
This mode uses the front and surround speakers so Delay time can be set at 10-millisecond (ms) intervals between 10 and
that sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you 100 ms.
are facing. The factory setting is 50 ms for each mode.

For your reference

In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on ¡ When DTS FIX mode is on
discs. You cannot use ENHANCED SURROUND.
¡ With the PCM signals on CDs, this may cause the beginning of a track DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 (SA-XR45) are played as normal DTS (i.e.,
to be cut off. Engage the PCM FIX mode if this occurs. there is no output from the surround back speaker).
¡ With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS
FIX mode if this occurs.
While the input source is selected:
1. Press [INPUT MODE] to select “DIGITAL”
2. Press and hold [INPUT MODE] for four seconds.
The current mode is displayed. Press again to change the mode.
Each time you press the button:
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AUTO / PCM FIX / DTS FIX

,

When a FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may
cause noise to be output. Select “AUTO” if this occurs.
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The mode returns to AUTO when you switch the unit to standby.
 Control guide
Main unit

[% DIGITAL EX, % DIGITAL, % PL2 2,

DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS, NEO:6] ( SA-XR45 )
[% DIGITAL EX, % DIGITAL, % PL2 2, DTS-ES,
DTS, NEO:6] ( SA-XR25 )
Light to indicate the source’s input signal and decoding format
used.
% DIGITAL EX: Dolby Digital Surround EX sources
% DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources
% PL2 2: Dolby Pro Logic 2 decoder is being used
DTS 96/24: DTS 96/24 sources ( SA-XR45 )
DTS-ES: DTS-ES discrete or matrix sources
DTS: DTS sources
NEO:6: NEO:6 matrix decoder is being used

[POWER 8]
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice
versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
Standby indicator [^] POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6

When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this

indicator lights up in standby mode and goes out when the
unit is turned on.

Remote control signal sensor

Display
[SLEEP]
Sleep timer indicator.
Others

[˜, TUNED, ST, MONO]

Radio indicators
˜: Flashes or lights during presetting.
TUNED: A station is tuned.
ST: A stereo FM broadcast is tuned.
MONO: You have switched to
monaural mode with [FM
MODE] to improve reception.
M TUNED ST MONO SLEEP 2CH DIGITAL L C R
MIX
kHz ENHANCED LS SB RS
General display MHz SURROUND SFC S LFE
Shows the input mode, radio
frequency, and other general
information.

[kHz, MHz]
Frequency unit indicators
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kHz: AM, or PCM sampling frequency

MHz: FM

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 [FM MODE]
If reception is poor in FM, press so “MONO” appears to switch
to monaural mode.

[MEMORY]
For presetting radio stations.

[PRESET]
Press to allow preset station selection with [TUNE, 2, 1].

[TUNE, 2, 1]
For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations.
Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start
automatic tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.

[VOLUME]
Volume control.

[PHONES]
Headphone jack
Plug type: 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo
FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME ¡Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent
INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE
DIGITAL RE-MASTER
ENHANCED
SURROUND BAND
hearing damage.
¡The STEREO/2CH MIX mode is engaged when you
DOWN UP PHONES
connect headphones and you cannot select any of the other
sound modes.

[BAND]
For switching between FM and AM.

[ENHANCED SURROUND]
For turning on the enhanced surround mode.

[MULTI-SOURCE DIGITAL RE-MASTER] ( SA-XR45 )

For selecting a re-master mode. The button lights while a re-
master mode is on.

[INPUT SELECTOR]
For selecting input.

[DIGITAL]
Lights when digital input is selected. For your reference
¡When playing video sources connected to DVR/VCR

Others
(SA-XR45) or VCR (SA-XR25)
[L, C, R, LS, SB, RS, S, LFE]
The picture remains on the screen even if you select TAPE,
Program format indicators
CD or TUNER.
Show the channels contained in the digital input
signal. They do not light when input is analog.
L: Front left channel Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
C: Center channel “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
R: Front right channel Dolby Laboratories.
LS: Surround left channel
SB: Surround back channel Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
RS: Surround right channel US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other
S: If the surround channel is monaural. world-wide patents issued and pending.
LFE (Low Frequency Effects): Deep-bass effect. “DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater
[2CH MIX, ENHANCED , SURROUND, SFC] Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
2CH MIX: Appears when you are playing a multi-
channel source in 2CH MIX mode
ENHANCED : Appears when enhanced surround
mode is on
SURROUND: Appears when you are using Dolby Pro
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Logic 2, NEO:6 or enhanced surround

mode
SFC: Appears when you are using an SFC mode
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 Control guide
Remote control
Buttons not explained on this page are used only to operate other equipment. Refer to the separate Remote
Control Operation Guide for details.

[DVD 2CH/6CH, TV,

TUNER/BAND RECEIVER,
RECEIVER TAPE, CD, VCR] ( SA-XR45 )
RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
DVD TV
[DVD 2CH/6CH, TV,
[^, RECEIVER] TUNER/BAND, TAPE, CD, VCR]
Standby/on button. ^ ^ 2CH / 6CH ( SA-XR25 )
TUNER/BAND TAPE CD VCR
Input mode and remote control mode
RECEIVER buttons.
[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0] DVD 2CH/6CH:For switching between
To enter radio frequencies and 1 2 3 6-channel and
channels. CH 2-channel DVD input.
>10, ENTER]
[= 4 5 6
VOLUME
These buttons light when you press
To enter two digit channels.
7 8 9 other buttons to indicate the current
DIRECT TUNING ENTER remote control mode. ( SA-XR45 )
[DISC, DIRECT TUNING] 0 > 10
DISC =
To enable selection of radio stations SKIP SLOW / SEARCH [1, CH, 2]
by frequency. u i t y For selecting preset radio channels.
– TV VOL +

g
h q [+, –, VOLUME]
To adjust the volume.
TOP MENU MENU

[e,r,w, q, ENTER, RETURN]

DIRECT PLAY
To operate the on screen menus. NAVIGATOR LIST

( SA-XR45 ) ENTER [SUBWOOFER]

For selecting subwoofer level.
Adjust the level in 5 steps:
[DIMMER] SW MIN, SW 5, SW 10, SW 15, and
For dimming the unit’s display and DISPLAY RETURN SW MAX.
turning off the panel light. Select SW – – – to stop output.
TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

[INPUT MODE] [MUTING]

For selecting AUTO, ANALOG or To mute the volume.
INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R
DIGITAL.
TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT
[SLEEP] [-TEST/–SETUP] ( SA-XR45 )
To start the sleep timer. STEREO/ DOLBY To start the speaker test signal or
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC
enter the setup menu.
[TEST] ( SA-XR25 )
Others

[STEREO/2CH MIX] To start the speaker test signal.

For selecting STEREO or 2CH MIX [TONE/BALANCE]
mode. To adjust the bass, treble and front
[DOLBY PRO LOGIC 2] speaker balance.
For selecting a Dolby Pro Logic 2 [LEVEL]
mode: MOVIE, MUSIC or Use when adjusting speaker level.
PANORAMA. [EFFECT]
[NEO:6] Use when adjusting Dolby Pro Logic
For selecting a NEO:6 mode: 2, NEO:6 or SFC effects.
CINEMA or MUSIC. [–/L, +/R]
[SFC] First select SLEEP, EFFECT, LEVEL,
For selecting SFC modes. TONE or BALANCE, then press [–/L]
or [+/R] to adjust.

For your reference

¡When DVD 6CH input is on
Speaker settings are ineffective. Change the settings on the DVD player if necessary.
¡When using the subwoofer
You cannot adjust subwoofer level if DVD 6CH INPUT is selected.
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Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while subwoofer level is high. Reduce
subwoofer level if this occurs.
¡When muting is on
18 Muting is also canceled when the unit is turned off.
 The radio
RECEIVER
FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 SA-XR45 SA-XR25 RECEIVER AV SYSTEM
DVD TV
TUNER/BAND TUNER/BAND
^ ^ 2CH / 6CH
TUNER/BAND TAPE CD VCR
RECEIVER
RECEIVER

1 2 3 1 2 3
CH CH
POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME
4 5 6
4 6
INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

5
DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

DOWN UP PHONES
VOLUME
7 8 9
DIRECT TUNING ENTER
7 8 9 DISC 0 > 10
=
DIRECT TUNING ENTER SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
INPUT SELECTOR BAND u i t y
0 > 10
DISC = – TV VOL +

h q
g

TOP MENU MENU

Manual tuning Automatic presetting

You can tune radio stations manually by selecting the station’s 1. Tune to “FM 87.9 MHz”.
frequency.
2. Press and hold [MEMORY].
1. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select “TUNER”. The FM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 1 to 30.
2. Press [BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”. 3. Tune to “AM 530 kHz”.
3. Press [TUNE 2 or 1] to select the frequency. 4. Press and hold [MEMORY].
Tuning intervals: FM – 0.2 MHz The AM stations the unit can receive are preset in channels 21 to 30.
AM – 10 kHz (FM stations are replaced if any were preset in these channels.)
Improving reception
During automatic presetting, the memory indicator (˜) flashes and the
¡ FM mode frequency scrolls. The memory indicator and channel numbers are
You can improve FM reception by switching reception to monaural. displayed for a second when a station is preset.
Press [FM MODE]. The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes.
“MONO” lights.
Press [FM MODE] again to cancel. For your reference
¡ For your reference Even if the power supply cord is disconnected from the household AC
DVD players can interfere with radio reception. Turn the DVD player off outlet, the stations remain in memory for approximately two weeks.
or move it further away from the antennas if this occurs.

Direct tuning (on the remote control) Manual presetting

1. Press [TUNER/BAND RECEIVER]. ( SA-XR45 ) Preset the stations one at a time.

Press [TUNER/BAND]. ( SA-XR25 ) 1. Tune to the station.

The band changes each time you press the button. 2. Press [MEMORY].
2. Press [DISC, DIRECT TUNING]. 3. Press [TUNE 2 or 1] to select a channel.
3. Press the numbered buttons to enter the 4. Press [MEMORY].

Others
frequency.
e.g. To select 107.9 MHz, press [1] / [0] / [7] / [9]
Tuning intervals: FM – 0.1 MHz For your reference
AM – 10 kHz FM stations can also be preset in the MONO mode.
¡ If you do not press a button while the cursor is flashing, the display
returns to the frequency being received.
¡ If the frequency has not been input correctly, “ERROR” will be Selecting channels
displayed.
1. Press [PRESET].
The channel number flashes for about 5 seconds.
2. Press [TUNE 2 or 1].
Hold down the buttons to change channels faster.

On the remote control

Press [1 , CH, 2].
or
Press the numbered buttons.
For channels 1 to 9, press the corresponding number.
For channels 10 or over, press [=>10, ENTER], then the two digits.
>10, ENTER] / [2] / [1]
e.g. To select channel 21: [=
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 Other settings
– TV VOL +

h q
g

TUNE 2 TUNE 1 TOP MENU MENU

DIRECT PLAY
NAVIGATOR LIST

ENTER ENTER
POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

DOWN UP PHONES

DISPLAY RETURN

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

INPUT SELECTOR BAND RETURN

INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R

-TEST/–SETUP
TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT

STEREO/ DOLBY

On the main unit On Screen Display mode SA-XR45

A DR COMP - Dynamic range compression A D-Range Compression - Dynamic range compression

Change this setting to listen to software recorded with Dolby Digital at Change this setting to listen to software recorded with Dolby Digital at
low volume (such as late at night) and maintain audio clarity. It low volume (such as late at night) and maintain audio clarity. It
reduces the peak level in loud scenes without affecting the sound reduces the peak level in loud scenes without affecting the sound
field. field.
OFF: The software is played with the original dynamic range (factory OFF: The software is played with the original dynamic range (factory
setting). setting).
STANDARD: The level recommended by the producer of the software STANDARD: The level recommended by the producer of the software
for household viewing. for household viewing.
MAX: The maximum allowable compression (recommended for night MAX: The maximum allowable compression (recommended for night
viewing). viewing).

B A/D ATT - A/D attenuator B A/D attenuation

Turn the A/D attenuator on if “OVERFLOW” lights frequently when Turn the A/D attenuator on if “OVERFLOW” lights frequently when
using 2-channel analog input or DVD 6CH input. using 2-channel analog input or DVD 6CH input.
The factory setting is OFF. The factory setting is OFF.

C Second Audio Output

C SECOND-A - Second Audio output ( SA-XR45 ) Select the source to output from SECOND AUDIO OUT.
Select the source to output from SECOND AUDIO OUT. The factory setting is SOURCE (the source playing on this unit is
The factory setting is SOURCE (the source playing on this unit is output).
output).
Changing the settings
Changing the settings 1. Press and hold [-TEST/–SETUP] to enter the
setup menu.
1. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] and [BAND] at the
2. Press [e] or [r] to select “Other Setups”.
same time to enter the setting mode.
3. Press [ENTER].
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the item you
4. Press [e] or [r] to select the item you want to
want to change.
change.
3. Change the settings.
5. Press [ENTER].
Others

A DR COMP 6. Change the settings.

Press [TUNE 2 or 1] to select “OFF”, “STANDARD” or “MAX”.
A D-Range Compression
Press [w] or [q] to select “OFF”, “STANDARD” or “MAX”.
B A/D ATT
Press [TUNE 2 or 1] to select “OFF” or “ON”.
B A/D attenuation
Press [w] or [q] to select “OFF” or “ON”.
C SECOND-A ( SA-XR45 )
Press [TUNE 2 or 1] to select “SOURCE”, “CD”, “TV”, “DVD”, C Second Audio Output
“DVR/VCR” or “TAPE”. Press [w] or [q] to select the “SOURCE”, “CD”, “TV”, “DVD”,
¡To listen to the radio, select SOURCE and tune to the station. “DVR/VCR” or “TAPE”.
4. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] and [BAND] at the ¡To listen to the radio, select SOURCE and tune to the station.

same time to exit the setting mode. 7. Press [ENTER].

8. Press [e] or [r] to select “Exit from SETUP”.
9. Press [ENTER].

For your reference

¡To exit On Screen Display mode
Press [RETURN] until the setup menu disappears.
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¡To return to the main menu

Press [RETURN].

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 Other functions Making a recording

INPUT SELECTOR
DISPLAY RETURN

TV/VIDEO DIMMER SUBWOOFER MUTING

INPUT MODE
FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME
INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED
DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

–/L +/R DOWN UP PHONES

TONE/
SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1 VOLUME

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

STEREO/ DOLBY
2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC DOWN UP PHONES

MULTI-SOURCE
TONE/ DIGITAL RE-MASTER
BALANCE

Input mode Recording on other equipment

This unit automatically detects whether input is digital or analog, but you You can record to a tape deck connected to TAPE REC (OUT), a VCR
can fix the input mode. connected to VCR OUT (SA-XR25), a DVD recorder/VCR connected to
Press [INPUT MODE] to select “AUTO”, “ANALOG” DVR/VCR OUT (SA-XR45), or digital recording equipment connected to
DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT.
or “DIGITAL”.
See the recording unit’s operating instructions for details on how to
prepare it for recording.
Balance
You can adjust the balance of the front speakers.
1. Press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the source to
be recorded.
1. Press [TONE/BALANCE] to select “BALANCE”.
2. Begin recording.
2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust. Follow your recording unit’s operating instructions.
3. Start the source to be recorded.
Tone Follow your equipment’s operating instructions.

You can adjust the level of the bass and treble.

¡ With a tape deck, you can record any analog source except TAPE.
1. Press [TONE/BALANCE] to select “BASS” or ¡ With a VCR, you can record any analog source except VCR
“TREBLE”. (SA-XR25).
¡ With a DVD recorder/VCR, you can record any analog source except
2. Press [–/L] or [+/R] to adjust bass/treble.
DVR/VCR (SA-XR45).
¡ With digital recording equipment, you can record any digital source
For your reference without copy protection.
¡To adjust the tone ¡ When you select DVD 6CH INPUT mode, only sound from the front
The STEREO mode must be on and input must be either analog or left and right channels is recorded.
PCM signals. You cannot adjust the tone if DVD 6CH is selected. ¡ Some sources do not allow digital recording. Connect through the
analog terminals and select “ANALOG” input.
Re-master SA-XR45

This original Panasonic feature boosts the frequencies of the higher

harmonics that are lost during recording due to compression. Sleep timer
Press [MULTI-SOURCE DIGITAL RE-MASTER] to select

Others
“EFFECT 1”, “EFFECT 2”, “EFFECT 3” or “EFFECT 4”. INPUT MODE -TEST/–SETUP –/L +/R
When Re-master is on, the current level appears, then each time you –/L +/R
SLEEP TONE/
press the button: SLEEP BALANCE LEVEL EFFECT

EFFECT 1: for fast tracks (pop and rock) STEREO/ DOLBY

2CH MIX PRO LOGIC NEO:6 SFC

EFFECT 2: for tracks with a variety of tempos (jazz)

EFFECT 3: for slow tracks (classical)
EFFECT 4: for compressed audio signals
OFF: the re-master processing is off.
The SLEEP timer can turn the unit off after a set time.
It does not control any other components.

1. Press [SLEEP].
SLEEP / OFF
,

2. Within 5 seconds
Press [–/L] or [+/R] to select the required time.
The display changes as follows:
30 ,/ 60 , / 90 ,/ 120 (in minutes)

To check the setting

Press [SLEEP] once.
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¡The time remaining appears.

To change a setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
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 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 e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site
(http://www.panasonic.com).
In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at 905-624-5505, or web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized
Servicentre close to you.

Common problems Pages

No power. ¡Ensure the power cord is connected. 9

¡Turn the volume up. 14

¡Check connections to speakers and other equipment. 4–9
¡Select the correct source. 14
No sound. ¡Change the D-INPUT (or Digital Input) setting to suit the type of connection you have 11,13
made.
¡Check that the digital signals can be decoded by this unit. 14
¡Turn PCM FIX or DTS FIX off. 15
¡Determine and correct the cause, then switch the unit on.
Sound stops. “F 76”, Causes include:
“OVERLOAD” or “FAN LOCK” –Shorting (bare wires touching) of positive and negative speaker wires. 4
appears on the display for –Using speakers with an impedance lower than that rated for this unit. 5
about a second, and the unit –Straining of the speakers through excessive volume or power. –
turns off. –Using the unit in a hot environment without proper ventilation. –
Consult your dealer if the problem occurs again after switching the unit on.
“F 70” appears on the display. ¡Turn the unit off, disconnect the AC power supply cord, and consult your dealer. –

Sound modes Pages

Sound is not heard from the ¡Ensure the SPEAKERS (or Speaker Size) settings for your speakers are correct. 10,12
center, surround, or ¡Turn 2CH MIX off. 14
subwoofer speakers. ¡The source may be stereo. Change the sound mode. 14

Sound is not heard from the ¡Ensure the SPEAKERS (or Speaker Size) settings for your speakers are correct. 10,12
surround back speaker. ¡Turn ENHANCED SURROUND on. 14

¡Turn DVD 6CH INPUT off. 18

2,
Cannot use Dolby Pro Logic2
¡You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic2, NEO:6 or SFC when input is PCM with sampling 14
NEO:6 or SFC.
frequencies of 192, 176.4 (SA-XR45, OPTICAL2), 96, or 88.2 kHz.

Radio Pages

¡Connect the appropriate antenna. (You may need an outdoor antenna or one with 8
more elements.)
The radio cannot be tuned in
¡Adjust the position of the FM or AM antenna. 8
or there is a lot of noise and
¡Reduce the treble. 21
interference.
¡Turn off nearby televisions, video decks, DVD players, and satellite receivers. –
¡Separate the antenna from other cables, cords, and appliances. –
There is a lot of noise when ¡Try changing the A/D ATT (or A/D attenuation) setting. This may change the volume, 20
listening to AM. but noise will also reduce.

The RESET function Maintenance

Reference

INPUT SELECTOR If the surfaces are dirty

POWER 8 To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.

¡ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
¡ Before using chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came
POWER 8 ^ % DIGITAL EX % DIGITAL % PL2 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES DTS NEO:6 FM MODE MEMORY PRESET TUNE 2 TUNE 1

INPUT SELECTOR MULTI-SOURCE ENHANCED

VOLUME
with the cloth carefully.
DIGITAL RE-MASTER SURROUND BAND

DOWN UP PHONES

While the unit is on

While pressing and holding [INPUT SELECTOR],
press [POWER 8].
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“RESET” appears on the display.

The operation settings for the unit will be initialized to the settings made
at the time of shipment.
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 Warranty (U.S.A.)
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric
Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America of Puerto Rico, Inc.
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5
San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985

Panasonic/Technics Audio Products

Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage Carry-In or Mail-In Service
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or For Carry-In or Mail-In Service in the United States call 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company or Panasonic Sales 7262) or visit Panasonic web site: http://www.panasonic.com
Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will, for the length of the period For assistance in Puerto Rico call Panasonic Sales Company (787)-750-4300 or fax
indicated on the chart below, which starts with the date of original purchase (787)-768-2910.
(“warranty period”), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
parts, or (b) replace it with a new or a refurbished product. The decision to repair or This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, and
replace will be made by the warrantor. DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage. The warranty ALSO
DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused
Product or Part Name Parts Labor by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse,
Audio Products (except items listed below) One (1) year One (1) year abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjust-
All Audio Racks (cabinets) Thirty (30) days Not Applicable ments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge,
lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as in a hotel, office, restaurant,
Technics Stand Alone Speakers, Subwoofer
Three (3) years Three (3) years or other business), rental use of the product, service by anyone other than a Factory
Speakers
Servicenter or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
USB Reader-Writer, Personal Computer
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER “ LIMITED
Card Adapters One (1) year Not Applicable
WARRANTY COVERAGE”. THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
(in exchange for defective item)
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
Accessories: Headphones, Cartridges, PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. (As
Ninety (90) days Ninety (90) days
Microphones, Adapters examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the servicer, loss of
Rechargeable Batteries (in exchange for media or images, data or other memory content. The items listed are not exclusive, but
Ten (10) days Not Applicable
defective item) are for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE
Ninety (90) days Not Applicable LIMITED WARRANTY.
Packs (in exchange for defective item)
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
During the “Labor” warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the “Parts” limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the exclusions may not apply to you.
warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. You must carry-in or mail-in your prod- This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have others rights which
uct during the warranty period. If non-rechargeable batteries are included, they are not vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the
warranted. This warranty only applies to products purchased and serviced in the United warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled
States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of a new to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor’s Consumer Affairs Department at the
product which was not sold “as is”. A purchase receipt or other proof of the original pur- addresses listed for the warrantor.
chase date is required for warranty service. PARTS AND SERVICE WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Customer Services Directory (U.S.A.)

For Product Information, Operating Assistance, Literature Request, Dealer Locations, and
all Customer Service inquiries please contact:
1-800-211-PANA (7262), Monday–Friday 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday 9 am–7 pm, EST.
or send e-mail:
consumerproducts@panasonic.com
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com

You can purchase parts, accessories or
locate your nearest servicenter by visiting
our Web Site.

Accessory Purchases:
Reference

1-800-332-5368 (Customer Orders Only)

For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
Panasonic Services Company 20421 84th Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032
(6 am to 5 pm Monday–Friday; 6 am to 10:30 am Saturday; PST)
(Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Check)

Service in Puerto Rico

Matsushita Electric of Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Sales Company/Factory Servicenter:
Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985
Phone (787) 750-4300 Fax (787) 768-2910
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 Specifications (IHF’78)
■ AMPLIFIER SECTION ■ FM TUNER SECTION
Rated minimum sine wave RMS power output Frequency range 87.9–107.9 MHz
20 Hz–20 kHz both channels driven Sensitivity 11.2 dBf (2 µV, IHF ’58)
0.3 % total harmonic distortion 100 W per channel (6 Ω) 50 dB quieting sensitivity
1 kHz continuous power output both channels driven MONO 18.3 dBf (4.5 µV, IHF ’58)
0.3 % total harmonic distortion 105 W per channel (6 Ω) STEREO 38.3 dBf (45 µV, IHF ’58)
Total harmonic distortion Total harmonic distortion
rated power at 20 Hz–20 kHz 0.3 % (6 Ω) MONO 0.2 %
Power output each channel driven STEREO 0.3 %
0.9 % total harmonic distortion at 1kHz S/N
Front (L/R) 100 W (6 Ω) MONO 73 dB
Center 100 W (6 Ω) STEREO 67 dB
Surround (L/R/BACK) 100 W (6 Ω) Frequency response 20 Hz–15 kHz, +1 dB, –2 dB
Load impedance Alternate channel selectivity 65 dB
Front (L/R) 6–8 Ω Capture ratio 1.5 dB
Center 6–8 Ω Image rejection at 98 MHz 40 dB
Surround (L/R/BACK) 6–8 Ω Spurious response rejection at 98 MHz 75 dB
Frequency response AM suppression 50 dB
SA-XR45 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, DVR/VCR, TAPE Stereo separation
1 kHz 40 dB
10 Hz–44 kHz, ±3 dB
10 kHz 30 dB
SA-XR25 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TAPE 10 Hz–44 kHz, ±3 dB Antenna terminal 75 Ω (unbalanced)
Input sensitivity ■ AM TUNER SECTION
SA-XR45 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, DVR/VCR, TAPE Frequency range 530–1710 kHz
Sensitivity 20 µV, 330 µV/m
27 mV (200 mV, IHF ’66)
Selectivity 55 dB
SA-XR25 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TAPE IF rejection at 1000 kHz 50 dB
27 mV (200 mV, IHF ’66) ■ VIDEO SECTION
Input impedance Output voltage at 1 V input (unbalanced) 1±0.1 Vp-p
SA-XR45 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, DVR/VCR, TAPE Maximum input voltage 1.5 Vp-p
22 kΩ
Input/output impedance 75 Ω
SA-XR25 CD, TV, DVD/DVD 6CH, VCR, TAPE 22 kΩ SA-XR45
S-Video Input TV, DVD, DVR/VCR
S/N (IHF A) SA-XR25 TV, DVD, VCR
SA-XR45 TV, DVD, DVR/VCR (Digital Input) 85 dB (98 dB, IHF ’66) Output TV MONITOR
SA-XR25 TV, DVD (Digital Input) 85 dB (98 dB, IHF ’66) Component Video Input TV, DVD
Output TV MONITOR
Tone controls ■ GENERAL
BASS 50 Hz, +10 to –10 dB Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 to –10 dB Power consumption 130 W
Subwoofer frequency response (–6 dB) 7 Hz–200 Hz Dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 74 x 375 mm
(16-15/16'' x 2-29/32'' x 14-3/4'')
Digital input (OPTICAL)
Mass SA-XR45 4.2 kg (9.2 lb.)
SA-XR45 (DVD: Fs 192 kHz Ready) 3
SA-XR25 4 kg (8.8 lb.)
SA-XR25 2
■ DIN POWER
(COAXIAL) 1 1 kHz, T. H. D 1 % 2 x 100 W (6 Ω)
Digital output (OPTICAL) 1
Power consumption in standby mode: 1W
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.

Product Service
1. Damage requiring service — The unit should be serviced by 4. Safety check — After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform
qualified service personnel if: safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or Product information
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change For product information or assistance with product operation:
in performance; or In the U.S.A., contact the Panasonic Customer Call Center at 1-800-211-
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged. 7262, or e-mail consumerproducts@panasonic.com, or web site
2. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that (http://www.panasonic.com).
described in these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to In Canada, contact Panasonic Canada Inc. Customer Care Centre at
authorized servicing personnel. 905-624-5505, web site (www.panasonic.ca), or an authorized
3. Replacement parts — When parts need replacing ensure the Servicentre closest to you.
servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have
the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Panasonic Sales Company, Panasonic Canada Inc. En

Company, Division of Matsushita Division of Matsushita Electric of 5770 Ambler Drive
Electric Corporation of America Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) Mississauga, Ontario
One Panasonic Way Secaucus, Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 L4W 2T3
New Jersey 07094 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, www.panasonic.ca
http://www.panasonic.com Puerto Rico 00985
 2002 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. RQT6840-P
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