TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 1 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB258 SC-HTB250 SC-HTB208 SC-HTB200 This illustration shows SC-HTB250. Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference. “EB” indicates the United Kingdom model.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 2 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Safety precautions WARNING! CAUTION! Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, – Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. – Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. – Use the recommended accessories. – Do not remove covers. – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 3 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Caution for AC mains lead The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following: (For the AC mains plug of three pins) AC For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 4 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM [HTB258]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB258 only. [HTB250]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB250 only. [HTB208]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB208 only. [HTB200]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB200 only. Supplied items Product numbers correct as of January 2018. These may be subject to change.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 5 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM References About Bluetooth® Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission. Frequency band • This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. Certification • This system conforms to the frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 6 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Placement of the active subwoofer [HTB258] [HTB250] You can place the subwoofer vertically or horizontally. Based on your option of subwoofer placement, paste the supplied speaker feet on the subwoofer accordingly. Vertical placement Speaker feet Protection layer (not supplied) For stability and to avoid injury, when the subwoofer is placed vertically, • Do not stack any object on the subwoofer. • Do not allow children to climb on the subwoofer.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 7 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Overview of controls Main unit Front Rear A Standby/on switch [1] 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. Active subwoofer [HTB258] [HTB250] B Adjust the volume level (~12) Front C Select the input source HDMI (ARC) Rear OPTICAL D Select the Bluetooth® device as the source To start Bluetooth® pairing, press and hold [ ].
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 8 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM █ Preparing the remote control Remote control Before using for the first time [HTB258] [HTB250] Remove the insulation sheet. Insulation sheet SUBWOOFER DIMMER SOUND MUTE HDMI (ARC) Replacing the battery Replace with a new battery (CR2025 lithium battery). OPTICAL PAIRING [HTB208] [HTB200] DIMMER SOUND Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 9 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Making the connections Switch off all equipment before connection. Components and cables are sold separately. Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Connecting the TV █ Connect an ARC compatible TV Connect to the ARC compatible terminal of the TV with an ARC compatible high speed HDMI cable.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 10 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Connecting a 4K Ultra HD TV The system cannot pass-through the 4K video signal of a 4K compatible equipment to a 4K Ultra HD TV. However, you can connect the system to a 4K Ultra HD TV to enjoy the 4K content. TV HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI IN (4K) HDMI cable* HDMI OUT HDMI cable e.g., Blu-ray Disc player (4K compatible) * Make sure to connect the HDMI cable to ARC compatible terminals.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 11 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Bluetooth® connection You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly through Bluetooth®. Preparation • Switch on the main unit. • Switch on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and put the device near the system. • Read the operating instructions of the device for details. █ Pairing a device Preparation If this system is connected to a Bluetooth® device, disconnect it (~right). 1 Press [ If the “ step 3. -PAIRING].
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 12 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM █ To adjust the subwoofer level Basic control [HTB258] [HTB250] Preparation Switch on the TV and/or connected device. Press [SUBWOOFER +] or [SUBWOOFER ‒] to adjust the level. 1 Press [`] to switch on the system. 2 Select the source. Indication HDMI: Press [HDMI (ARC)] on the remote control or [INPUT] on the main unit. OPTICAL: Press [OPTICAL] on the remote control or [INPUT] on the main unit.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 13 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Audio format Bluetooth® standby You can view the current audio format. This function allows you to connect a paired Bluetooth® device when the main unit is in standby mode. Press and hold [SOUND] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 14 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM HDMI CEC This unit supports “HDMI CEC” (Consumer Electronics Control) function. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details. Preparation Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. (~9, 10) Power on link When the TV is switched on, the main unit also switches on automatically. (This function does not work when OPTICAL or Bluetooth® is the source.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 15 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM The device is connected but audio cannot be heard through the system. • For some built-in Bluetooth® devices, you have to set the audio output to “SC-HTB258”, “SC-HTB250”, “SC-HTB208” or “SC-HTB200” manually. Read the operating instructions of the device for details. The dual audio cannot be changed from main to secondary.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 16 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM The WIRELESS LINK indicator does not lights up. • There is no link between the main unit and the active subwoofer. Check that the main unit is switched on. • The active subwoofer and the main unit may not be paired correctly. Try the following operation. (Wireless pairing) A Switch on the main unit. B Press and hold [I/D SET] on the rear of active subwoofer for a minimum of 4 seconds. The wireless link indicator will blink.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 17 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Indicators illumination The indicators show the condition of this system. The indicator patterns illustrated below are shown during normal operational conditions. They do not refer to the indications of a problem. Indicators MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL Description The indicator blinks for 5 seconds.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 18 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Specifications █ Amplifier section █ Wireless section [HTB258] [HTB250] Wireless module Frequency range No.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 19 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 20 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Safety information for customers in the EU and UK English Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC Server: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 21 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Vrsta brezžiène Frekvenčni pas povezave 2402 – 2480 MHz Bluetooth® 2.4 GHz 2404 – 2476 MHz wireless system Največja moč (dBm EIRP) 4 dBm 7 dBm Slovensky Vyhlásenie o zhode (DoC) “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” týmto vyhlasuje, že tento výrobok je v súlade so základnými požiadavkami a ďalšími príslušnými ustanoveniami smernice 2014/53/EÚ.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 22 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM Български Декларация за съответствие (DoC) С настоящото “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” декларира, че този продукт е в съответствие с основните изисквания и други съответни разпоредби на Директива 2014/53/EС. Потребителите могат да свалят копие от оригиналните DoC към нашите продуктите от типа RE от сървъра, на който се съхраняват DoC: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 23 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM For Australia Panasonic Warranty 1. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product, without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic the product is found to have a manufacturing defect within one (1) year or (12 months) (the “warranty period”) from the date of purchase appearing on your purchase receipt. 2.
TQBJ2086-3_en.fm Page 24 Wednesday, June 15, 2022 11:20 AM █ NORSK ADVARSEL! Produkt • For å redusere faren for brann, elektrisk støt eller skade på apparatet: – Dette apparatet må ikke utsettes for regn, fuktighet, drypp eller sprut. – Ikke plasser objekter som er fylt med væske, som vaser, på apparatet. – Bruk anbefalt tilbehør. – Fjern ikke deksler. – Dette apparatet må ikke repareres på egen hånd. Overlat servicearbeider til kvalifisert servicepersonell.