SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 1 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB10 Dear customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 2 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. ≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 3 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM 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. 8 9 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 4 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Table of Contents Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................... 3 Licenses ................................................................................................................ 3 Accessories .......................................................................................................... 5 Unit care .................................................
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 5 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM ≥ Operations in these instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same. ≥ Some accessories and external devices mentioned in these operating instructions that are not supplied with this product may not be for sale in certain regions. Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 6 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Control reference guide Main unit (Front) 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 Standby/on switch (POWER Í/I) 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.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 7 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Remote control Remove the insulation sheet A before using.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 8 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Placement Caution ≥ This unit and the supplied wall mount brackets are to be used only as indicated in these operating instructions or the installation instructions. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 9 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Assembling the unit Refer to the following when placing this unit on a table or in a rack. For wall mount, refer to the installation instructions. (> 21) Professional installation is required. The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist. Preparation ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 10 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Connections Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete. Compatible with FULL HD 3D TV and Blu-ray Player ≥ This unit can pass through the 3D signal from a 3D compatible Blu-ray Player to a FULL HD 3D TV.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 11 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Connection from an HDMI compatible device You can output the audio signal from the connected HDMI compatible Blu-ray player, DVD player, etc. with this unit and pass the signal through to your TV. Preparation ≥Connect this unit to the TV. (> 10) E.g., Blu-ray Disc Player AV OUT HDMI AV IN ≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the connected HDMI compatible device for the necessary setting, to output the video and audio signals.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 12 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Using this unit Preparation ≥ Turn on the TV. ≥ If VIERA Link is activated on both the connected TV and this unit, make sure to change the TV’s settings for this unit. (> 14, “Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)”) ≥ If VIERA Link is not activated or if the TV is not compatible with VIERA Link, reduce the volume of the TV to its minimum.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 13 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Audio effects B C A The various audio effects Clear-mode Dialog 1 Press the button for the respective effect on the remote control. A: Clear-mode Dialog B: Sound Effect C: Dolby Virtual Speaker ( 2 Dolby Virtual Speaker 3 VS) The status of the selected effect is indicated for 4 sec.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 14 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”) What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM. VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with an HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 15 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Specifications SPEAKER SECTION Power consumption: 25 W Power consumption in standby mode: Approx. 0.1 W Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Dimensions (WkHkD): (Without wall mount bracket) 800 mmk108 mmk58 mm (311/2qk41/4qk29/32q) (With wall mount bracket) 800 mmk108 mmk80 mm (311/2qk41/4qk35/32q) Mass (Weight): (Without wall mount bracket) Approx. 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) (With wall mount bracket) Approx. 3.3 kg (7.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 16 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the following guide do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 19 if you reside in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico, or refer to “Product information” on page 19 if you reside in Canada.
Page 17 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM If the “ D/DTS” indicator is blinking, unplug the AC power supply cord and consult your dealer. Set “VIERA Link” to “On”. Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR] on this unit and [SOUND EFFECT] on the remote control for more than 2 sec. If the “TV, BD/DVD” indicator is blinking, try the following to correct the problem. Consult your dealer if the problem persists. ≥ Turn the connected device off and on again.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 18 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 19 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories; or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.panasonic.com/help or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 20 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. PANASONIC PRODUCT—LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 21 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Installation Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB10 Safety Precautions Ensure that the installation location is strong enough to support long-term use. ≥If its strength becomes insufficient over the course of long-term use, the unit may drop, possibly causing injury. The installation work should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 22 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM WARNING: PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION IS REQUIRED. PANASONIC DISCLAIMS ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR INCORRECT HANDLING. Requests regarding handling: 1 Exercise care when selecting the location for the unit because it may discolor or deform due to light or heat if it is placed where it is exposed to direct sunlight, or near a heater.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 23 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Components The images shown in this installation instructions are for illustrative purpose only. Check the supplied components before starting.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 24 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Connections 3 Complete all the necessary connections to this unit. (> 10) ≥ Connect the AC power supply cord to this unit, but do not connect it to the household AC outlet until the installation is completed. ≥ For details, refer to the operating instructions for this unit. Placement 4 Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. A 36 mm (113/32q) B 72 mm (227/32q) C 108.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 25 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Attaching this unit to a wall 6 Thread a cord (not supplied) through the wall mount bracket. ≥ Use a cord which is capable of supporting over 20 kg (44.1 lbs). 7 A Rear of this unit B Fall prevention cord (not supplied) Attach the lock pins into the wall mount bracket. ≥ The lock pins are designed to lock the wall mount brackets to the screws that this unit is attached to.
SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book 9 Page 26 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM Mount the unit securely onto the screws. A Move this unit so that the screw is in this position. ≥ Be sure that both the wall mount brackets are securely attached to the screws. ≥ If this unit is tilting forward, remove this unit from the screws and adjust by tightening the screws. 10 Push the lock pins fully into place.
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SCHTB50_10PPC_RQTX1165-P.book Page 28 Monday, May 10, 2010 11:58 AM THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.