I have a panasonic SA-HT920 5 disc changer surround sound system. I have two problems. 1- I lost the cable connecting the main unit to the subwoofer, and can't find a replacement. Anyone know where I can find a cheap replacement? (the ones online were like $70!) 2- I had 2 discs in the 5 disc changer and when I picked it up to move it two discs fell out and won't come out. Is there an easy way to take this apart without damaging the unit? Remember though, I don't have the cable to power it on. Thank you Jameson

The timer light constantly blinking on a Pioneer XV-HTD540 5 disc DVD/CD changer surround sound system could indicate a few different issues. To resolve this issue, you can try the following steps:

1. Check the connections: Make sure that all cables are securely connected to the system, including the power cable, audio cables, and any other cables that may be required for your setup.
2. Reset the system: Unplug the system from the power source, wait for a few seconds, and then plug it back in. This can sometimes resolve any issues that may be causing the timer light to blink.
3. Check the discs: If you have any discs in the changer, remove them and try turning the system on without them. Sometimes, a dirty or damaged disc can cause the timer light to blink.
4. Perform a factory reset: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, a factory reset of the Pioneer XV-HTD540 may be necessary. This will restore the unit to its original settings and resolve any software-related issues.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to seek further assistance from the manufacturer or a professional repair service. It's important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety guidelines when attempting to repair or troubleshoot your system to avoid damaging the unit or causing potential harm.

When power is applied do you get any LED light or display that shows?

Sounds like it may have a hardware problem, specially if sometimes it plays one disc, and others not (I mean the same disc).

But in any case, check to see if there are any firmware updates from Panasonic, that may fix the not recognising new discs issue.

Usually firmware updates are done by formatting a USB pen with a manufacturer's tool and then booting the unit from that USB.
In some others just leaving the firmware file in the USB, and the unit will pick it up an upgrade.

There is a fault with the DVD Changer and the noise is the gears grinding. This is a common fault with these units as a small arm within the unit breaks and blocks the mechanism.

You can either try and replace the complete DVD Changer or remove it and just us it as a surround sound system with your auxiliaries connected to it.

Page 22 in the Manual details the required input to be selected dependent on the connection type.

To enjoy sound from the TV (Page 29)

AUX*1: When using an Audio cable

ARC*1: When using an HDMI cable

(Available when using an ARC

compatible TV)

DIGITAL IN*1: When using an Optical
digital audio cable

And from Page 29

Turn on your TV and select the appropriate audio input mode
[AUX, ARC, D-IN] to suit the connections to this unit. (Page 22)

Page 30 details how to set the audio link.

Setting the audio link with the TV

With the remote control;

Select the actual TV audio connection on the main unit.

1 Press [START] and press [3, 4] to select "Other

Functions" and press [OK].

2 Press [3, 4] to select "Setup" and press [OK].

3 Press [3, 4] to select "TV / Device Connection" and press

[OK].

4 Press [3, 4] to select "TV Audio Input".

5 Press [2, 1] to switch "AUX","ARC" or "DIGITAL IN".

Select "AUX" or "ARC"*1 in "TV Audio Input" when the

DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal is used for the STB

connection.

Whenever the connection or settings are changed, reconfirm
the points above.


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Cheers

Andy

Hi there
Q: Did you push the CD Door by force?
If yes ...
1: you have misplaced the mechanical wheels ..
or broke some thing.
2: Or the second possibility is that the Driving motor rubber is broken
the answer is to service it.
Good Luck
Hope this helps

it is the problem of cd changer mechanism and company have 1000 reasons to blame the user.

If you want to play 5.1 sound, and you got to need this fiber optic cable(black single cable)..with reciver decoder with optical on IN, to connect the xbox 360 machine on, and the high defintion cable of the xbox.

The remote control and main unit are factory-set to “REMOTE 1”
mode.
If your remote control affects other equipment during operation, you
can switch to operate in “REMOTE 2” mode.
To switch to “REMOTE 2” mode
1 While pressing and holding [AUX] on the main unit
Press and hold [2] until “REMOTE 2” appears on the
main unit display.
2 Press and hold [ENTER] and [2] for at least 2
seconds.
The main unit and remote control are now set to operate in
“REMOTE 2” mode.
To return to “REMOTE 1” mode
Do steps 1 and 2 above but use [1] instead of [2] for both steps.
(“REMOTE 1” appears on the main unit during step 1.)
The remote control cannot work with the main unit if their
modes are different.
“REMOTE 1” or “REMOTE 2” appears on the main unit display when
you operate the remote control.
If “REMOTE 1” appears (The main unit is in “REMOTE 1” mode.)
Press and hold [ENTER] and [1] on the remote control for at least
2 seconds.
If “REMOTE 2” appears (The main unit is in “REMOTE 2” mode.)
Press and hold [ENTER] and [2] on the remote control for at least
2 seconds.

I have a Panasonic SA-AK66 5 disc changer stereo system. At first I was getting a no disc. I inserted my cd disc cleaner, now it won't play the disc or open (the drawer). What happened?