Panasonic SC-HTB485 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTB485

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. (> 13 to 18)

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 adhesive tape out of reach of children

to prevent swallowing.

≥ Keep the button-type battery 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-HTB485) ...................................................................................................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

Connection from an HDMI compatible device ...................................................................10

Connection to a 4K Ultra HD TV ........................................................................................11

Using the IR Blaster ...........................................................................................................11

AC mains lead connection .................................................................................................12

Step 2 Placement ........................................................................................... 13

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................13

The active subwoofer ........................................................................................................13

Wireless interference .........................................................................................................13

Selecting the placement method .......................................................................................14

When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table ............................................................15

When attaching the main unit to a wall ..............................................................................16

Step 3 Wireless connections ........................................................................ 19

Active subwoofer wireless connection ...............................................................................19

Bluetooth

Remote control code ......................................................................................20

Operations

connection .......................................................................................................19

Using this system ...........................................................................................21

3D sound .........................................................................................................22

Sound menu ....................................................................................................22

Audio format ......................................................................................................................23

Setup menu .....................................................................................................24

Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

”) ............... 25

Reference

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

About Bluetooth

Unit care ..........................................................................................................29

Licenses .......................................................................................................... 29

Specifications ................................................................................................. 30

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR AUSTRALIA)..................................................35

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Getting started

Operations

Reference

Before use

Precautions

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-HTB485)

∏ 1 Main unit (speaker)

(SU-HTB485)

∏ 1 Active subwoofer

(SB-HWA480)

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this system.

∏ 1 Remote control (with a

battery)

(N2QAYC000109)

∏ 2 AC mains leads

For the United Kingdom and Ireland (K2CT2YY00097)

∏ 1 IR Blaster

(K2ZZ02C00007)

For Continental Europe

(K2CQ2YY00119)

∏ 2 Wall mount brackets

(RMQ2281A, RMQ2281B)

For Australia and New Zealand (K2CJ2YY00101)

∏ 2Screws

(XYN5+J14FJK)

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≥ Product numbers are correct as of December 2014. 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.

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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 (> 21) 3 Select the input source (> 21)

“TV” --# “BD/DVD” --# “BLUETOOTH”

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4 Select the Bluetooth

(> 21) 5 NFC touch area (> 20) 6 Remote control signal sensor (> 8) 7 Display 8 WIRELESS LINK indicator (> 19)

device as the source

Before use

3 4

Main unit

Active subwoofer

This system (Rear)

1 HDMI AV IN (BD/DVD) terminal (> 10) 2 HDMI AV OUT (TV (ARC)) terminal (ARC

compatible) (> 9, 10)

3 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN (TV) terminal

(> 10)

§ The I/D SET button is only used when the main unit is not paired with the active subwoofer. (> 28)

4 Ir SYSTEM terminal (> 11, 12 ) 5 USB port (for service use only) 6 AC IN terminal (> 12) 7 Active subwoofer on/off button (> 19)

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Remote control

SOUND

MUSIC

7 8

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)

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1 Turn the main unit on or off (> 21) 2 Select the input source (> 21)

“TV” --# “BD/DVD” --# “BLUETOOTH”

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3 Select the setup menu (> 24) 4 Select the sound menu (> 22) 5 Select the Bluetooth

(> 21) 6 Adjust the volume of this system (> 21) 7 Mute the sound (> 21) 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

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≥ 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

HDMI IN (ARC)

AV OUT

TV(ARC)

Be sure to connect to the TV’s ARC compatible terminal. (Refer to the operating instructions for the TV.)

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.

∫ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

≥ The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (> 25) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use the ARC compatible High Speed HDMI Cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.

∫ IR (Infrared) Blaster

≥ Do not use the IR Blaster if the TV’s remote control sensor is not blocked by the main unit. (> 14)

Connection with the TV

Verify if the TV’s HDMI terminal is labelled “HDMI (ARC)”.

Connection differs depending on the label printed next to the HDMI terminal.

Labelled “HDMI (ARC)”: Connection [A] Not Labelled “HDMI (ARC)”: Connection [B]

∫ What is ARC?

ARC is an abbreviation of Audio Return Channel, also known as HDMI ARC. It refers to one of the HDMI functions. When you connect the main unit to the terminal labelled “HDMI (ARC)” on the TV, the optical digital audio cable that is usually required in order to listen to sound from a TV is no longer required, and TV pictures and sound can be enjoyed with a single HDMI cable.

Make the connection.

[A] Labelled “HDMI (ARC)”

A HDMI cable

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[B] Not labelled “HDMI (ARC)”

HDMI IN

OPTICAL

OUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AV OUT

TV(ARC)

e.g., Blu-ray Disc player

A HDMI cable

B Optical digital audio cable

≥ When you use the optical digital audio cable, insert

the tip correctly into the terminal.

Connection from an HDMI compatible device

You can direct the audio signal from the connected Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, Set Top Box, etc. to this system.

Preparation

≥Connect the main unit to the TV. (> 9)

AV IN

BD/DVD

HDMI OUT

A HDMI cable

∫ HDMI standby pass-through

Even if the main unit is in standby mode, the audio and/or video signal from the device connected to the HDMI AV IN terminal will be sent to the TV connected to the HDMI AV OUT terminal (the sound will not be output from this system).

∫ 3D compatibility

Compatible with FULL HD 3D TV and Blu-ray Disc player. ≥ The main unit can pass-through the 3D video signal from a 3D compatible Blu-ray Disc player to a FULL HD 3D TV.

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≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the connected HDMI compatible device for the necessary setting, to output the video and

audio signals.

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Connection to a 4K Ultra HD TV

HDMI IN (ARC)

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN (4K)

AV OUT

TV(ARC)

e.g., Blu-ray Disc player

(4K compatible)

Connect both ends to ARC compatible HDMI terminals.

(4K compatible)

Ir SYSTEM

Infrared emitter

This system cannot pass-through the 4K content 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.

A HDMI cable

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≥ Refer to the operating instructions of the 4K Ultra HD TV (VIERA) and the 4K/60p compatible equipment for setup and for

playing the 4K content.

≥ To enjoy multi-channel output from this system, set the audio output of other equipment to Bitstream. ≥ The audio signal input to this system is up to 5.1 channels.

Using the IR Blaster

With the IR Blaster connection, it is possible to send the IR signal received by this system’s remote control signal sensor to the TV’s sensor.

Use the TV’s remote control within the operation range of this system’s remote control signal sensor.

≥For the operation range, refer to page 8.

Connect the jack plug to the main unit’s Ir SYSTEM terminal.

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