Panasonic SC-HTE80 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Home Theater Audio System

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, visit: U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: www.panasonic.com/support Canada: www.panasonic.ca/english/support

Model No.

SC-HTE80

RQT9860-1Y

Do the procedures with the remote control. You can also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the same.

Your system and the illustrations can look differently.

The model number and serial number of this product can be found on either the back or the bottom of the unit. Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER SC-HTE80 SERIAL NUMBER

User memo:

DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER ADDRESS

TELEPHONE NUMBER

Supplied accessories

Check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. (Product numbers correct as of November 2013. This may be subject to change.)

For U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 16.

For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

 1 AC power supply cord

(K2CB2CB00022)

 1 Remote control (with a battery)

(N2QAYC000098)

(Only for Canada)

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The included Canadian French label sheet corresponds

to the English printing on the main unit and remote control.

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.

Safety precautions

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WARNING!

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, – Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or

splashing.

– Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, on this unit. – Use only the recommended accessories. – Do not remove covers. – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

AC power supply cord

• The power plug is the disconnecting device. Install this unit so that the power plug can be unplugged from the socket outlet immediately.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

• Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60°C (140°F) or incinerate.

CAUTION!

Unit

• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, – Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in

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

– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with

newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.

– Do not place sources of naked flames, such as

lighted candles, on this unit.

• Do not touch the bottom of the unit. It might be hot when you use it for a long period.

Button-type battery (Lithium battery)

• Insert with poles aligned.

• Do not touch the terminals (+ and –) with metal objects.

• Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD

This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

<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

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

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

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.

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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA

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.

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.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America Two Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102-5490

Support Contact: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

Certified to CAN-CSA STD C22.2 No.60065.

This device complies with RSS-GEN, RSS-210 of the IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

THE FOLLOWING APPLIES IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. 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 (7⅞”) or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

Table of contents

Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Safety precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

About Bluetooth®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Overview of controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Preparing the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Placement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Basic controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

One-Touch Connection (NFC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Sound menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link™

HDAVI Control™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND

PUERTO RICO). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) . . . . . 17

Conforms to UL STD 60065.

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About Bluetooth

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

Frequency band

• This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.

Certification

• This system conforms to the frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.

• The actions below are punishable by law: – Taking apart or modifying the main unit. – 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.

Range of use

• Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m (33 ft).

• The range can decrease depending on the

security features. But

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 this 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. is too strong.

Intended usage

• This system is for normal, general use only.

• Do not use this system near an equipment or in an environment that is sensitive to radio frequency interference (example: airports, hospitals, laboratories,

devices or the devices that use the

etc.).

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

VIERA LINK™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.

The Bluetooth Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their

word mark and logos are owned by the

respective owners. Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc.

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Overview of controls

MUTE

SETUP

INPUT

SOUND

PAIRING

BFAK

Front panel

Side view

NO P Q

Rear panel

TV BD/DVD

BLUETOOTH

AUX

A Standby/on switch [`], [1]

Press to turn the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power.

B Select input source

C View setup menu

D View sound menu

E Select Bluetooth

Start Bluetooth

mode

pairing mode

F Adjust the volume of the system

G Mute the sound of the system

To cancel, press the button again. “MUTE” is also canceled when you adjust the volume or when you turn off the system.

H Select and confirm the option

I Remote control sensor

Distance: Within approximately 7 m (23 ft) Angle: Approximately 20° up and down, 30° left and

right

J Display panel

K NFC touch area

L AC IN terminal

M HDMI IN terminal (BD/DVD)

N HDMI OUT terminal (ARC compatible)

O DIGITAL AUDIO IN (TV) terminal

P USB port (for service use only)

Q AUX IN terminal

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Preparing the remote control

Insulation sheet

460 mm (18ǩƎ)

280 mm

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 Before using

Remove the insulation sheet before you use the remote control for the first time.

 Replacing the battery

Replace the remote control battery when it stops working or when the range is decreased. Replace with a new battery (CR2025 3V lithium battery) only.

1 While pressing the stopper, pull out the battery

holder.

2 Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up. 3 Push back battery holder completely.

CAUTION!

Keep the button-type battery out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

Placement

When the TV is less than 30 kg (66 lbs), and the pedestal of the TV is within 460 mm (18⅛″) (width) by 280 mm (11 ″) (depth), then you can put the TV on top of the system.

CAUTION!

• Keep the TV within the distance of the system. Be careful not to tip over the TV as it can cause injury.

• Install the anti-tip device for your TV. For installation details, refer to the owner’s manual for the TV. If your TV does not come with an anti-tip device, consult your dealer.

• Moving the TV on the surface of the system can scratch the system. Lift the TV when you need to move it.

Otherwise, put the system on the right side (recommended) of the TV or on a rack.

Note:

• Do not put the system in a metal cabinet.

• Keep other 2.4 GHz frequency band electronic devices such as wireless router, cordless phone, etc. at least 2 m (6½ ft) away from this system to avoid wireless interference.

• If uneven colors are displayed on the TV, turn off the TV for 30 minutes. If the demagnetizing of the TV does not correct the problem, increase the distance between this system and the TV.

• Keep magnetized items away from the system. Magnetized cards, watches, etc., can be damaged if it is too near to the system.

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Connection

HDMI IN

(ARC)

HDMI cable

HDMI IN

OPTICAL

OUT

Optical digital audio cable

HDMI cable

HDMI

OUT

HDMI cable

e.g., Blu-ray Disc player

Turn off all equipment before connecting. Components and cables are sold separately.

Connect the AC power supply cord only after all the other connections have been made.

Connecting the TV

 Connect an ARC compatible TV

Connect an ARC compatible terminal of the TV with an ARC compatible high speed HDMI cable.

 Connect a non-ARC compatible TV

Note:

The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” when connected with a Panasonic TV (Z“Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link™ HDAVI Control™)”).

Connecting an HDMI compatible device

You can connect a Blu-ray Disc Player or DVD Player and listen to the audio through this system.

HDMI standby pass-through

In standby mode, the audio and video signal from the connected device can be sent to the connected TV. No sound will be output from this system.

3D compatibility

The system can pass through the 3D video signal of a 3D compatible Blu-ray Disc player to a FULL HD 3D TV.

Note:

Refer to the operating instructions of the device for video and audio signal output settings.

ARC (Audio Return Channel)

ARC is an HDMI function that lets you enjoy both sound and TV pictures with one HDMI cable.

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Connecting other equipment (AUX)

Audio cable

e.g., Set-top box

AC power supply cord (supplied)

To AC outlet

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You can connect other equipment such as Blu-ray Players, DVD Players, game consoles, set-top boxes, etc., and listen to the audio through this system.

Connecting the AC power supply cord

Do not use an AC power supply cord from other equipment.

Conserving power

The system consumes a small amount of power (Z“Specifications”) when it is in standby mode. Disconnect the power supply cord if you do not use the system.

Bluetooth® connection

You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly through Bluetooth

Preparation

• Turn on the Bluetooth the device near the system.

• Press [`] to turn on the system.

feature on the device and place

 Pairing a device

1 Press [ ] to select “BLUETOOTH”.

If “PAIRING” is shown, continue with step 3.

2 Press and hold [ ] until “PAIRING” is shown. 3 Select “SC-HTE80” from the Bluetooth

the device.

If prompted for a passkey, input “0000”. The device connects with this system automatically after pairing is complete. The name of the connected device is shown.

Note:

• A device must be paired to connect.

• You can pair up to 8 devices with this system. If a 9th device is paired, the device that has not been used the longest will be replaced.

menu of

 Connecting a paired device

Preparation

If this system is connected to a Bluetooth disconnect it.

1 Press [ ] to enter Bluetooth

“BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.

2 Select “SC-HTE80” from the Bluetooth

the device.

The name of the connected device is shown.

Disconnecting a device Press and hold [ ] until “BLUETOOTH READY” is shown.

Note:

• The system can only connect to one device at a time.

• When “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the source, this system will automatically try to connect to the last connected device.

• The Bluetooth select another source.

device will be disconnected when you

mode.

device,

menu of

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Basic controls

TV BD/DVD

BLUETOOTH

AUX

VOL

Preparation

Turn on the TV and/or connected device.

1 Press [`] to turn on the system. 2 Press [INPUT] repeatedly to select the desired

source.

3 Press [ ] to adjust the volume of the

system.

Volume range: 0 to 100.

When “BLUETOOTH” is selected as the source

Select this system as the output speaker from the menu of the connected Bluetooth

When “BD/DVD” is selected as the source

On the TV, select the corresponding input of the TV that is connected to this system.

device.

One-Touch Connection (NFC)

For NFC-compatible Android™ devices only

When you touch an NFC (Near Field Communication)compatible Bluetooth this system, this system will automatically turn on, pair and connect to the Bluetooth

About NFC

NFC (Near Field Communication) is a short-range wireless technology that allows communication between NFC enabled devices with a touch.

Preparation

• Download and install the free Android™ app “Panasonic Music Streaming” on Google Play™.

• Enable “NFC” on your device.

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device on the NFC touch-area of

device.

1 Start the “Panasonic Music Streaming” app.

The application screen is shown. Follow the instructions to complete the settings. Make sure to use the latest version of the app.

2 Touch and hold your device on the NFC touch

area of this system until the Bluetooth connection is done.

- The device will beep.

- A pop-up window is shown on the device.

- The name of the connected device is shown on the system.

Once the registration and connection of the

Bluetooth away from the unit.

device is complete, move the device

3 Start playback on your Bluetooth

Connecting another device

While connected, you can connect to another Bluetooth device by simply touching and holding it on the NFC touch area of this system. The previous device will be disconnected automatically.

device.

Sound menu

1 Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select the desired

sound effect.

2 Press [R, T] repeatedly to select the desired

setting and then press [OK].

SOUND MODE

SUBWOOFER LEVEL 1

DIALOG Adjust the dialog level.

H.BASS Enhance the harmonic bass effect.

The various sound modes are enhanced with Dolby and 3D Surround effect to provide a surround effect similar to 5.1ch.

To cancel the Dolby Virtual Speaker and 3D Surround effect, select “STEREO”.

STANDARD

and comedy shows. STADIUM: Produces a realistic sound for live sports broadcasts. MUSIC: Enhance the sound of musical instruments and songs. CINEMA: Produces three-dimensional sound unique to movies. NEWS: Enhance the voice of news and sports commentaries. STEREO: Play any source of sound in stereo.

LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

“DIALOG” is not shown when “3D CLR DIALOG” is set to “OFF”.

ON OFF

Virtual Speaker

: Best suited for dramas

3D CLR

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DIALOG

DUAL AUDIO Sets the preferred audio channel

AGC Auto gain control prevents sudden

LOW VOL MODE

Note:

The default setting is underlined. Changed settings will be kept until it is changed again, unless otherwise indicated.

The 3D Clear Mode Dialog feature creates a sound field similar to the sound coming from a TV screen and makes dialogues clearer.

: 3D Surround, Clear Mode Dialog

and Dolby Virtual Speaker effect OFF: Dolby Virtual Speaker effect

The setting is set back to “ON” every time you turn on the system.

mode when there are two audio modes received by the unit.

: Main

MAIN SAP: Secondary MAIN+SAP: Main + secondary

This effect only works if the audio output of the TV or player is set to “Bitstream” and “Dolby Dual Mono” is available in the sound source.

loud sound by reducing the sound level automatically when the input is too high.

ON OFF

Enhance the dialogue in low volume condition.

ON OFF

Select “OFF” to cancel this effect if the dialog does not sound natural in low volume condition.

Audio format

You can view the current audio format.

Press and hold [SOUND] for a minimum of 4 seconds.

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS DTS is the audio source. PCM MULTI Linear pulse-code modulation is the

PCM 2 channel pulse-code modulation is

ANALOG Analog is the audio source. SBC Sub-band Coding is the audio source.

Dolby Digital is the audio source.

audio source.

the audio source.

(Bluetooth

mode only.)

Setup Menu

1 Press [SETUP] repeatedly to select the item. 2 Press [R, T] repeatedly to select the desired

setting and then press [OK].

DIMMER Dims the display panel after

AUTO POWER DOWN

VOL LIMITATION

5 seconds of inactivity.

ON OFF

The system automatically turns off if there is no audio input and when you do not use it for 30 minutes.

ON OFF

Sets the volume limit to 50 when you turn on the system although the volume is set to above 50 before it is turned off.

ON OFF

BLUETOOTH STANDBY

LINK MODE Change the Bluetooth® connection

VIERA LINK Turn on the VIERA Link function.

Note:

The default setting is underlined. Changed settings will be kept until it is changed again, unless otherwise indicated.

This function allows you to connect a paired Bluetooth system is in standby mode.

ON OFF

The system will turn on automatically when you connect a paired Bluetooth device.

link mode to suit the connection type. Make sure to disconnect the current connected device (“BLUETOOTH READY” is shown).

MODE 1: Emphasis on connectivity. MODE 2

ON OFF

Select “OFF” when your HDAVI Control device does not work correctly with this system. ARC will be disabled. Connect an optical digital audio cable. Turn off all connected devices and then turn them on again after changing the setting.

device when this

: Emphasis on sound quality.

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