Panasonic SC-HTB500 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Home Theater Audio System

Model No. SC-HTB500

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.

Included Wall Mounting Installation Instructions

The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.

Before commencing work, carefully read these wall mounting 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.

RQTX1182-B

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, ≥ DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING

AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION!

≥ DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN

ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.

≥ DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS,

TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.

≥ DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE

UNIT.

≥ DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.

Warning

Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 60oC or incinerate.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE CLIMATES.

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.

This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

Figure A Figure B

Fuse cover

Figure A Figure B

Fuse (5 ampere)

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.

CAUTION!

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Ó OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.

THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.

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.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live. As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue. The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.

Operating Instructions

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Operating Instructions

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

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

Unit care ................................................................................................................. 5

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

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

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

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

Placement .............................................................................................................. 8

This unit ............................................................................................................................ 8

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

Assembling the unit ............................................................................................ 10

Connections ........................................................................................................ 11

Connection to a TV ......................................................................................................... 11

Connection from an HDMI compatible device ................................................................12

Digital transmitter connection .........................................................................................12

AC mains lead connection ..............................................................................................13

Active subwoofer wireless connection ............................................................................13

Using this unit ..................................................................................................... 14

Audio effects ....................................................................................................... 15

The various audio effects ................................................................................................ 15

Changing the audio effects .............................................................................................15

Linked operations with the TV

(VIERA Link “HDAVI Control

Specifications ...................................................................................................... 17

Audio information ............................................................................................... 18

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 18

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

Using the IR Blaster ........................................................................................................ 21

Safety precautions .............................................................................................. 22

Licenses ............................................................................................................... 22

”) ...................................................................... 16

Wall Mounting Installation Instructions

Safety Precautions .............................................................................................. 23

Components ........................................................................................................ 25

Installation procedure ......................................................................................... 25

Attaching the wall mount brackets ..................................................................................25

Connections ....................................................................................................................26

Placement .......................................................................................................................26

Attaching this unit to a wall .............................................................................................27

≥ Operations in these instructions are

described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on this unit if the controls are the same.

≥ Some accessories and external devices mentioned in these operating instructions that are

not supplied with this product may not be for sale in certain regions.

System SC-HTB500

This unit SU-HTB500

Active subwoofer SB-WA500

Accessories

Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.

∏ 1 Remote control

(Built-in battery)

(N2QAYC000027)

∏ 2 AC mains leads

(RFAX1027C)

∏ 2 Wall mount brackets

(RYQX1034-K)

∏ 2Screws

(RYQX1042-1)

∏ 1 Digital transmitter

(RFAX1032G)

∏ 2 Lock pins

(RYQX1048)

∏ 1 IR Blaster

(K2ZZ02C00007)

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≥ Product numbers correct as of May 2010. These may be subject to change.

Unit care

∫ Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit. ≥Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth.

∫ To dispose or transfer this unit

If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer, then follow the procedure to return all the settings to the factory presets to delete the user settings. (> 18, “To return to the factory preset.”)

∫ Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre ≥ For customers within the UK:

0844 844 3852

≥ For customers within the Republic of Ireland:

01 289 8333

≥ Visit our website for product information

www.panasonic.co.uk

≥ E-mail: customer.care@panasonic.co.uk Direct Sales at Panasonic UK

≥ For customers: 0844 844 3856 ≥ Order accessory and consumable items for

your product with ease and confidence by

phoning our Customer Care Centre Monday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm (Excluding public holidays).

≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory

ordering application at www.pas-europe.com

≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥

All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.

≥ It couldn’t be simpler! ≥ Also available through our Internet is direct

shopping for a wide range of finished products, take a browse on our website for further details.

Operating Instructions

Control reference guide

6 7

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AC IN

3 4

AC IN

DIGITAL TRANSMITTER

This 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 this unit 3 Select the source

“TV” !# “BD/DVD” 4 LED status indicators (> 14, 15)

A Audio source indicator

B Clear-mode Dialog indicator

C Sound Effect indicator

5 Remote control signal sensor

6 Active subwoofer on/off button 7 WIRELESS LINK indicator

This unit and active subwoofer (Rear)

D Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator E Audio format indicator

Remote control operation range

Distance:

Within approx. 7 m

Angle:

Approx. 10 right

up and 30odown, 30oleft and

1 Digital transmitter dock (> 12) 2 AC IN terminal (> 13) 3 Ir SYSTEM terminal

(Only for use with the supplied IR Blaster.

(> 21))

4 HDMI AV OUT terminal (> 11 ) 5 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal

(> 11)

6 HDMI AV IN terminal (> 12)

Remote control

7 8

1 Turn this unit on or off (> 14) 2 Select the source (> 14)

[TV]:

Select the TV as the source

[BD/DVD]:

Select the device connected to the HDMI

AV IN terminal as the source 3 Turn Clear-mode Dialog on or off (> 15) 4 Adjust the Subwoofer level of the active

subwoofer 5 Adjust the Volume of this unit 6 Mute the sound 7 Turn Dolby Virtual Speaker on or off (> 15) 8 Turn Sound Effect on or off (> 15)

Remove the insulation sheet A before using.

∫ To replace a button-type battery

1 While pressing the stopper B, pull out the

battery holder.

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

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

≥ When the button-type battery runs down,

replace it with a new battery (part number: CR2025). The battery should normally last about 1 year, however this depends on how frequently the unit is used.

≥ Do not heat or expose to flame. ≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an

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

Warning

Keep the Button-Type battery out of the reach of children. Never put Button-Type battery in mouth. If swallowed call your doctor.

Operating Instructions

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Placement

Caution

≥ This unit, the supplied wall mount brackets and the active subwoofer are to be used only as

indicated in these operating instructions or the wall mounting installation 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 this unit to a wall using methods other than those described in

this manual.

How you place this unit and the active subwoofer can affect the bass and the sound field.

This unit

Place this unit near the TV.

This unit should be placed parallel to the seating position.

E.g.,

On the wall

In a rack

1, 2, 3

On a table

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

To attach this unit to the wall, refer to the wall mounting installation instructions. (> 23)

Installation work should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.

§1 Place this unit on a flat secure base. (Do not place this unit on the TV’s pedestal.)

§2 To allow for proper ventilation and to allow for proper air flow around this unit, position it with at least 5 mm of

space on all sides of this unit.

§3 Secure the unit to prevent it from falling. (> 10)

§4Do not place this unit in front of a 3D compatible TV. This unit may block the transmitter for the 3D eyewear.

5 Do not place this unit too close to the TV. This unit may interfere with the TV’s various sensors (ambient light, etc.).

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≥ You can damage the speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended

periods.

≥ Placing this unit too close to the floor, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows

with thick curtains.

≥ Do not use the active subwoofer or this unit in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.

∫ If the TV’s remote control sensor is

blocked by this unit.

Try using the TV’s remote control from a different angle. If the problem persists, you can use the supplied IR Blaster to relay the signal to the TV. (> 21) ≥ Do not use the IR Blaster if the TV’s remote

control sensor is not blocked by this unit.

∫ If irregular colouring occurs on your TV,

turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.

If it persists, move this unit further away from the TV.

The Active subwoofer

Place to the right or left of the TV, on the floor or on a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause vibration. Leave about 30 cm from the TV.

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

A Active subwoofer B Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m C Cordless phone and other electronic

devices: approx. 2 m

The active subwoofer will automatically seek a clear channel if any of these other devices interfere with its communication. When this happens there is a brief interruption to the audio coming from the subwoofer. This is the normal operation of the product working to assure the best possible performance of your home theater audio system. If the interference persists, try moving the other devices to another location outside the range of the active subwoofer or move the active subwoofer nearer to this unit.

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≥ Place the active subwoofer within approximately

10 m of this unit, and in a horizontal position with the top panel faced upward.

≥ To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good

airflow around the active subwoofer, position it with at least 5 cm of space on all sides.

≥ Do not use the active subwoofer or this unit in a

metal cabinet or bookshelf.

Assembling the unit

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E.g.,

Refer to the following when placing this unit on a table or in a rack. For wall mount, refer to

the wall mounting installation instructions. (> 23)

Professional installation is required. The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.

Preparation

≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.

≥Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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≥ Do not hold this unit in one hand to avoid injury by dropping this unit when carrying.

To prevent the unit from falling

1 On the rear of the unit:

Place the wall mount bracket by aligning the holes in the wall mount bracket with the projecting parts A.

2 Screw the wall mount bracket firmly into place.

≥ Screw tightening torque: 80 N0cm to 120 N0cm. ≥ Repeat the steps above when installing the second wall mount bracket.

3 Thread a cord (not supplied) through each wall mount bracket.

≥ Make sure to use a cord which is capable

of supporting over 20 kg.

A Rear of this unit B Fall prevention

cord (not supplied)

4 After all the necessary connections are finished. (> 11)

Place the unit in the desired position and attach each cord onto the rack or table.

≥ Attach each cord to a different screw eye. ≥ Make sure that there is no more than a 3 cm slack.

A This unit

B Fall prevention cord (not supplied) C Rack or table D Screw eye (not supplied)

≥ Attach at a position capable of supporting over

20 kg.

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