Panasonic SC-HTB18 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTB18

Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Included Installation Instructions

The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist. (> 12 to 16)

Before commencing work, carefully read these installation instructions and the operating instructions to ensure that installation is performed correctly. (Please keep these instructions. You may need them when maintaining or moving this unit.)

Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK model.

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Safety precautions

WARNING CAUTION

Unit

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage, jDo not expose this unit to rain, moisture,

dripping or splashing.

jDo not place objects filled with liquids, such

as vases, on this unit.

jUse only the recommended accessories. jDo not remove covers. jDo not repair this unit by yourself. Refer

servicing to qualified service personnel.

≥ To prevent injury, this apparatus must be

securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

AC mains lead

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage,

Ensure that the power supply voltage

corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.

Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.

jDo not handle the plug with wet hands. jHold onto the mains plug body when

disconnecting the plug.

jDo not use a damaged mains plug or socket

outlet.

≥ The mains plug is the disconnecting device.

Install this unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not

recharge, disassemble, heat above 60 incinerate.

≥ Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of

children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

C or

Small object

≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

Unit

≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as

lighted candles, on this unit.

≥ This unit may receive radio interference caused

by mobile telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please increase separation between this unit and the mobile telephone.

≥ This unit is intended for use in moderate

climates.

≥ Product Identification Marking is located on the

bottom of the unit.

Placement

≥ Place this unit on an even surface. ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

product damage, jDo not install or place this unit in a bookcase,

built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.

jDo not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings

with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

jDo not expose this unit to direct sunlight, high

temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ Insert with poles aligned. ≥ Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte

leakage and may cause a fire. jRemove the battery if you do not intend to use

the remote control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.

jDo not heat or expose to flame. jDo not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed

to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.

≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact

your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Caution for AC Mains

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

About Bluetooth

Lead

(For the AC mains plug of three pins)

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. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark Ï or the BSI mark Ì on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.

Before use

Remove the connector cover.

How to replace the fuse

The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.

1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.

2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.

Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission.

∫ Frequency band used

This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

∫ Certification of this device

≥ This system conforms to frequency restrictions and

has received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.

≥ The action below are punishable by law in some

countries:

j Taking apart or modifying the unit. j Removing specification indications.

∫ Restrictions of use

≥ Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth®

equipped devices is not guaranteed.

≥ All devices must conform to standards set by Bluetooth

SIG, Inc.

≥ Depending on the specifications and settings of a

device, it can fail to connect or some operations can be different.

≥ This system supports Bluetooth

depending on the operating environment and/or settings, this security is possibly not sufficient. Transmit data wirelessly to this system with caution.

≥ This system cannot transmit data to a Bluetooth

device.

security features. But

∫ Range of use

Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m. The range can decrease depending on the environment, obstacles or interference.

∫ Interference from other devices

≥ This system may not function properly and troubles

such as noise and sound jumps may arise due to radio wave interference if the main unit is located too close to other Bluetooth

2.4 GHz band.

≥ This system may not function properly if radio waves

from a nearby broadcasting station, etc. are too strong.

devices or the devices that use the

∫ Intended usage

≥ This system is for normal, general use only. ≥ Do not use this system near equipment or in an

environment that is sensitive to radio frequency interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories, etc).

Precautions

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Safety precautions............................................................................................. 2

Caution for AC Mains Lead............................................................................... 3

About Bluetooth

Before use

Supplied items ................................................................................................... 5

This system (SC-HTB18)............................................................................................................ 5

Accessory................................................................................................................................... 5

Control reference guide .................................................................................... 6

This system (Front)..................................................................................................................... 6

This system (Rear)..................................................................................................................... 7

Remote control ........................................................................................................................... 8

Getting started

Step 1 Connections ........................................................................................... 9

Connection with the TV .............................................................................................................. 9

Connection with other devices.................................................................................................... 9

Speaker cable connection ........................................................................................................ 10

AC mains lead connection ........................................................................................................ 10

Bluetooth

Step 2 Placement ............................................................................................. 12

Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................... 12

The subwoofer.......................................................................................................................... 12

Wireless interference................................................................................................................ 12

Selecting the placement method .............................................................................................. 13

When placing the main unit on a rack or on a table ................................................................. 14

When attaching the main unit to a wall..................................................................................... 15

............................................................................................... 3

connection .............................................................................................................. 11

Operations

Using this system ............................................................................................ 17

Advanced operations ...................................................................................... 18

Reference

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 20

Unit care ........................................................................................................... 21

Licenses ........................................................................................................... 21

Indicator illumination ...................................................................................... 22

Specifications .................................................................................................. 23

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Reference Getting started

Before useOperations

Before use

≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. ≥ Operations in this operating instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but

you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same.

Supplied items

This system (SC-HTB18)

∏ 1 Main unit (Speaker)

(SU-HTB18)

∏ 1 Subwoofer

(SB-HTB18)

Accessory

Check the supplied accessory before using this system.

∏ 1 Remote control

(with a battery)

(N2QAYC000103)

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≥ Product numbers are correct as of March 2014. These may be subject to change.

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Control reference guide

This system (Front)

1 2 34

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1 Standby/on switch (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.

2 Adjust the volume of this system (> 17) 3 Select the input source (> 17)

“TV” --# “BD/DVD” --# “ ”(Bluetooth

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4 Select the Bluetooth

device as the source

(> 17)

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SubwooferMain unit

5 Input selector indicators

A TV indicator

Lights green when the TV is the audio source

B BD/DVD indicator

Lights amber when the device connected to the

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BD/DVD terminal is the audio source

C Bluetooth® indicator

Lights amber when the Bluetooth® device is the audio source

6 Sound mode indicators

D CLEAR VOICE indicator

Lights amber when clear voice is the current sound mode

E SURROUND indicator

Lights amber when surround is the current sound mode

7 Remote control signal sensor (> 8)

§ The indicators will also blink in various conditions. (> 22)

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Before use

This system (Rear)

Main unit

Subwoofer

10 11 12

8 AC mains lead (> 10) 9 Wall mounting hole 10 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal (> 9) 11 AUDIO IN terminal (> 9)

§ For service use only

12 MULTI ANGLE switch (> 14, 15)

Switch the audio quality according to the placement method of the main unit.

13 Subwoofer terminal 14 Speaker cable

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Remote control

SURROUND

CLEAR VOICE

BD/DVD

4 5

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1 Turn the main unit on or off (> 17) 2 Turn the surround effect on or off (> 17) 3 Turn the clear voice effect on or off (> 17) 4 Select the TV as the source (> 17) 5 Select the BD/DVD as the source (> 17) 6 Adjust the output level of the subwoofer

(bass sound) (> 17) 7 Adjust the volume of this system (> 17) 8 Mute the sound (> 17) 9 Select the Bluetooth

(> 17)

device as the source

∫ Before using for the first time

Remove the insulation sheet A.

∫ To replace a button-type battery

Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)

≥ Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark

facing upward.

∫ About remote control signal sensor

The remote control signal sensor is located on the main unit.

≥Use the remote control within the correct operation range.

Distance: Within approx. 7 m directly in front Angle: Approx. 30

B Remote control signal sensor

left and right

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