Panasonic SCHTB385 Operating Instructions

EG EB

Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTB385

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. (> 10 to 15)

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 system.)

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, jEnsure that the power supply voltage

corresponds to the voltage printed on this unit.

Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.

jDo 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 screws out of reach of children to

prevent swallowing.

≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of

children to prevent swallowing.

≥ Keep the optical digital audio cable cap out of

reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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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.

Precautions

Caution for AC Mains Lead

Figure A

Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

(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 5ampere 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.

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Table of contents

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

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

Before use

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

This system (SC-HTB385) ...................................................................................................5

Accessories .........................................................................................................................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

AC mains lead connection ...................................................................................................9

Step 2 Placement ........................................................................................... 10

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................10

The active subwoofer ........................................................................................................10

Wireless interference .........................................................................................................10

Selecting the placement method .......................................................................................11

When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table ............................................................12

When attaching the main unit to a wall ..............................................................................13

Step 3 Wireless connections ........................................................................ 16

Active subwoofer wireless connection ...............................................................................16

Bluetooth

Remote control code ......................................................................................17

Operations

connection .......................................................................................................16

Using this system ...........................................................................................18

3D sound .........................................................................................................19

Sound menu ....................................................................................................19

Audio format ......................................................................................................................20

Setup menu .....................................................................................................21

Reference

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................22

About Bluetooth

Unit care ..........................................................................................................25

Licenses .......................................................................................................... 25

Specifications ................................................................................................. 26

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Getting started

Operations

Reference

Before use

Precautions

Before use

Cap

≥ 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-HTB385)

∏ 1 Main unit (speaker)

(SU-HTB385)

∏ 1 Active subwoofer

(SB-HWA385)

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this system.

∏ 1 Remote control (with a

battery)

(N2QAYC000109)

1 Optical digital audio cable

∏

For Continental Europe only (K7CXJYA00001)

∏ 2 Wall mount brackets

(RMQ2281A, RMQ2281B)

≥ Remove the cap before using the cable.

Attach the cap If you are not using the cable.

∏ 2 Screws

(XYN5+J14FJK)

∏ 2 AC mains leads

For the United Kingdom and Ireland (K2CT2YY00097)

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≥ Product numbers are correct as of March 2016. These may be subject to change. ≥ The supplied AC mains lead is for use with this system only.

Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords from other equipment with this system.

For Continental Europe

(K2CQ2YY00119)

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Control reference guide

2134

Main unit

Active subwoofer

This system (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 this system (> 18) 3 Select the input source (> 18)

“TV” (-# “BLUETOOTH”

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4 Select the Bluetooth

(> 18) 5 Remote control signal sensor (> 8) 6 Display 7 WIRELESS LINK indicator (> 16)

device as the source

Before use

Main unit

Active subwoofer

This system (Rear)

1 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN (TV) terminal

(> 9)

2 USB port (for service use only)

§ The I/D SET button is only used when the main unit is not paired with the active subwoofer. (> 24)

3 AC IN terminal (> 9) 4 Active subwoofer on/off button (> 16)

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Remote control

SOUND

MUSIC

INPUT

SETUP





3 4





For table top layout

For wall mounting layout

∫ Before using for the first time

Remove the insulation sheet A.

∫ To replace a button-type battery

Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)



1 Turn the main unit on or off (> 18) 2 Select the input source (> 18)

“TV” (-# “BLUETOOTH” 3 Select the setup menu (> 21) 4 Select the sound menu (> 19) 5 Select the Bluetooth

(> 18) 6 Adjust the volume of this system (> 18) 7 Mute the sound (> 18) 8 Select and confirm the option

device as the source

∫ 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

left and right



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

facing upward.

B Remote control signal sensor for table top layout C Remote control signal sensor for wall mounting layout

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Getting started

Before use

Getting started

OPTICAL

OUT

OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN

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

AC IN

Step 1 Connections

≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions.

Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are completed.

Connection with the TV

A Optical digital audio cable (supplied for Continental Europe only)

≥ When you use the optical digital audio cable, insert the tip correctly into the terminal.

≥OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN (TV) terminal is compatible with PCM. Change “DIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT” setting to “PCM” on the TV. Read the operating instructions for the TV for details.

AC mains lead connection

≥ Connect only after all other connections are completed.

B To a household mains socket C AC mains lead (supplied)

≥

This system consumes a small amount of AC power (>26) even when it is turned off. In the interest of power conservation, if you will not be using this system for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.

Saving energy

The main unit is designed to conserve its power consumption and save energy.

The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode when no signal is input and no operation is

≥

performed for approx. 20 minutes. Refer to page 21, “AUTO POWER DOWN” to turn this function off.

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Step 2 Placement

Safety Precautions

Professional installation is required. The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist. PANASONIC DISCLAIMS ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR INCORRECT HANDLING.

≥ Be sure to install the main unit as indicated within this operating instructions. ≥ Attach using techniques suited to the structure and materials of the installation location.

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 speaker, 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 the main unit to a wall using methods other than those described in this

manual.

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≥ Do not hold the main unit in one hand to avoid injury, you may drop the main unit when carrying it. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.

The active subwoofer

When carrying the active subwoofer

A Do not hold the active subwoofer from this

opening.

The parts inside may get 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 band).

C Main unit/active subwoofer D Wireless router, cordless phone and

other electronic devices: approx. 2 m

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