Panasonic SCHTB350, SC-HTB351 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTB350

SC-HTB351

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference.

If you have any questions, contact: U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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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. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING

Unit

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

j Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or

splashing.

j Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on

this unit.

j Use only the recommended accessories. j Do not remove covers. j Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat

If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.

<For USA-California only> This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

above 60

C (140 oF) or incinerate.

CAUTION

Unit

≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted

candles, on this unit.

Placement

≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,

j Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in

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

j Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with

newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.

≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local

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

≥ Insert with poles aligned. ≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects. ≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into

fire.

≥ Keep out of reach of children. ≥ Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and

may cause a fire. j Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the remote

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

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

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

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Precautions

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.150 GHz to 5.250 GHz and 5.725 GHz to

5.850 GHz frequency range. FCC require this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.150 GHz to 5.250 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this product.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm (7 person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

8q) or more away from

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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 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 correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 2

Before use

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

System (SC-HTB350/SC-HTB351) ..................................................................................... 5

Accessories ......................................................................................................................... 5

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

Main unit and active subwoofer (Front) ............................................................................... 6

Main unit and active subwoofer (Rear)................................................................................ 6

Remote control .................................................................................................................... 7

Getting started

Step 1 Selecting the placement method......................................................... 8

Speaker system................................................................................................................... 9

Active subwoofer ................................................................................................................. 9

Wireless interference........................................................................................................... 9

Step 2 Assembling the speakers................................................................... 10

When attaching the speakers to a wall.............................................................................. 10

When placing the speakers on a table .............................................................................. 14

Additional speaker fall prevention measures..................................................................... 17

Step 3 Connections ........................................................................................ 19

Connection with the TV ..................................................................................................... 19

Connection with other devices........................................................................................... 19

Speaker cable connection ................................................................................................. 20

AC power supply cord connection ..................................................................................... 20

Active subwoofer wireless connection............................................................................... 21

Bluetooth

connection ....................................................................................................... 21

Operations

Using this unit.................................................................................................. 22

Advanced operations ...................................................................................... 24

3D sound ........................................................................................................................... 23

Audio output modes........................................................................................................... 23

Reference

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 26

About Bluetooth

Indicator illumination ...................................................................................... 28

Specifications .................................................................................................. 29

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ......................... 31

Unit care ............................................................................................ Back cover

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Precautions

Reference Getting started

Before useOperations

Before use

≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. ≥ Operations in this Owner’s Manual 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

System (SC-HTB350/SC-HTB351)

∏ 1Main unit

(SU-HTB350)

∏ 1 Active subwoofer

(SB-HWA350)

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using the system.

∏ 1 Remote control

(with a battery)

(N2QAYC000063)

∏ 6 Screws

(XYN5+J14FJK)

∏ 2Stands

(RYQ0853-KJ)

∏ 2 AC power supply

cords

(K2CB2YY00059)

∏ 2 Speaker feet

(RKAX0028-K)

∏ 2 Speaker bases

(RAQ0086)

∏ 2 Front speakers

∏ 2 Speaker cables

(REEX1266A: RED)

(REEX1267A: WHITE)

Length: 3 m (9.8 ft)

∏ 2 Front ornaments

(RAQ0089)

(SB-HTB350)

∏ 1 Speaker joint

(RAQ0085)

∏ 2 Support legs

(RYQ0970-K)

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≥ Product numbers are correct as of December 2011. These may be subject to change. ≥ To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 31. ≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with this unit and the active subwoofer only.

Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords from other equipment with this unit or active subwoofer.

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Control reference guide

Main unit

Active subwoofer

2134

SPEAKERS

R L

DIGITAL

AUDIO

(OPT1)

BD/DVD (OPT2)

AC IN

AUX

Main unit and active subwoofer (Front)

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 the speakers 3 Select the input source

“TV”#“BD/DVD”#“AUX”

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4 Remote control signal sensor (> 7) 5 Input selector indicators

§1

A TV indicator

Lights green when the TV is the audio source

B BD/DVD indicator

Lights amber when the device connected to the BD/DVD terminal is the audio source

Main unit and active subwoofer (Rear)

C AUX indicator

Lights amber when the device connected to the AUX terminal is the audio source

D Bluetooth

indicator Lights blue when the Bluetooth the audio source

6 Audio format indicators

§1

E Dolby Digital indicator

Lights when Dolby Digital is the current audio format

F DTS indicator

Lights when DTS is the current audio format

G PCM indicator

Lights when PCM (2ch, Multi-channel) is the current audio format

7 WIRELESS LINK indicator (> 21)

device is

1 AC IN terminal (> 20) 2 Speaker terminals (> 20) 3 TV terminal (> 19)

4 BD/DVD terminal (> 19) 5 AUX terminal (> 19) 6 Active subwoofer on/off button

§1 The indicators will also blink in various conditions (> 28)

§2 The I/D SET button is only used when the main unit is not paired with the active subwoofer (> 27)

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Remote control

DIALOG LEVEL

LINK MODE

PAIRING

----

INPUT

SELECTOR

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C Remote control signal sensor

≥ Operation range

Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft) directly in front Angle: Approx. 30

left and right

Remove the insulation sheet A before using.

∫ To replace a button-type battery

1 While pressing the stopper B, pull out the

battery holder.

1 Turn the main unit on or off (> 22) 2 Adjust the dialog effect level (> 22) 3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer

(bass sound) (> 22) 4 Adjust the volume of this system (> 22) 5 Mute the sound (> 22) 6 Select the TV as the source (> 22) 7 Select the Bluetooth

(> 22) 8 Select the input source (> 22)

“TV”#“BD/DVD” #“AUX”

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device as the source

∫ Remote control operation range

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

≥ Use the remote control within the correct operation range.

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

facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place.

≥ When replacing the battery, use:

CR2025 (Lithium battery)

≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

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Getting started

When attaching the speakers to a wall

When placing the speakers on a table

Place the speakers horizontally

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Place the speakers vertically

Place the speakers using the stands

Place the speakers using the speaker bases

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Page 14

Page 15

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Place the speakers using the support legs and speaker feet

Step 1 Selecting the placement method

≥Choose a placement method that suits you best.

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Caution

≥ This system is to be used only as indicated in these 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.

≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to a wall using methods other than those described in this manual.

Speaker system

≥Use a screwdriver (i) for assembling the speakers. ≥Do not hold the speakers in one hand to avoid injury, you may drop the speakers when carrying them.

∫ When attaching the speakers to a wall

The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 33 kg (72.8 lbs) per screw. Consultation with a qualified installation specialist is recommended when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and speakers, and personal injury.

∫ When placing the speakers in front of the TV

The speakers may block or interfere with the TV’s various sensors (C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on a 3D compatible TV.

≥ If the stands are being used

Move the speakers further away from the TV. If the TV still does not function properly, try removing the stands.

≥ If the stands are not used

Move the speakers further away from the TV. If the TV still does not function properly, try placing them beside the TV (> 8).

Active subwoofer

When carrying the active subwoofer

A Do not hold the active subwoofer from this

opening.

The parts inside (speaker unit) may be damaged.

B Always hold the bottom of the active subwoofer when

moving it.

Wireless interference

To avoid interference, maintain the following distances between the main unit/active subwoofer and other electronic devices that use the same radio frequency (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band).

C Main unit/active subwoofer D Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (6 E Cordless phone and other electronic devices:

approx. 2 m (6

/2 ft)

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≥ Place the active subwoofer within a few meters of the main unit and in a horizontal position with the top panel faced upward. ≥ Do not use the main unit or active subwoofer in a metal cabinet. ≥ Placing the active subwoofer and the speakers too close to the walls and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls

and windows with thick curtains.

≥ If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes. If it persists, move the speakers further away from

the TV.

≥ Keep magnetized items away. Magnetized cards, watches, etc., can be damaged if placed too close to the active subwoofer

and the speakers.

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Step 2 Assembling the speakers

When attaching the speakers to a wall

Place the speakers horizontally

∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables

(L): WHITE (R): RED

∏ 4 Screws

≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17. ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.

∏ 1 Speaker joint

Assemble the speakers.

≥ The two speakers are interchangeable.



“”

shaped slit

≥ Insert the speaker joint fully into the slit.

B Screw (supplied)

≥ Be sure to insert the screws following the order as indicated in the illustration. ≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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