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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. (
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.
EB
Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB480
13 to 18)
RQT9917-1B

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB480 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. (...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as product damage, lighted candles, on this unit. jDo not expose this unit to rain, moisture, ≥...
  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    Caution for AC Mains Lead (For the AC mains plug of three pins) For your safety, please read the following text How to replace the fuse carefully. The location of the fuse differ according to the type This appliance is supplied with a moulded three of AC mains plug (figures A and B).
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety precautions.................... 2 Caution for AC Mains Lead................3 Before use Supplied items ....................5 This system (SC-HTB480) ....................5 Accessories .........................5 Control reference guide ................... 6 This system (Front) ......................6 This system (Rear) ......................7 Remote control ........................8 Getting started Step 1 Connections ..................
  • Page 5: Supplied Items

    ≥ 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-HTB480) ∏ 1 Main unit (speaker) ∏ 1 Active subwoofer...
  • Page 6: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide This system (Front) Main unit Active subwoofer Standby/on switch (Í/I) Select the Bluetooth device as the source ® Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit NFC touch area ( is still consuming a small amount of power.
  • Page 7: This System (Rear)

    This system (Rear) Main unit Active subwoofer HDMI AV IN (BD/DVD) terminal ( Ir SYSTEM terminal ( 11, 12) HDMI AV OUT (TV (ARC)) terminal (ARC USB port (for service use only) compatible) ( 9, 10) AC IN terminal ( OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN (TV) terminal Active subwoofer on/off button ( §...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote control ∫ Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet A. INPUT SETUP SOUND ∫ To replace a button-type battery Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)    Turn the main unit on or off (  Select the input source ( “TV”...
  • Page 9: Step 1 Connections

    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. ( Connection with the TV Verify if the TV’s HDMI terminal is labelled “HDMI (ARC)”.
  • Page 10: Connection From An Hdmi Compatible Device

    Not labelled “HDMI (ARC)” HDMI IN AV OUT TV(ARC) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL OUT 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.
  • Page 11: Connection To A 4K Ultra Hd Tv

    Connection to a 4K Ultra HD TV 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. Connect both ends HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI IN (4K)
  • Page 12: Ac Mains Lead Connection

    ≥ If you peel off the adhesive tape, the surface may become damaged and exposed adhesive may remain. Once you have confirmed the TV is operating correctly, secure it by attaching the adhesive tape. ≥ The supplied IR Blaster is only compatible with Panasonic TVs. ∫ Placement example...
  • Page 13: Step 2 Placement

    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.
  • Page 14: Selecting The Placement Method

    Selecting the placement method Choose a placement method that suits you best. When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table ≥ Place the main unit on a flat and horizontal surface. Page 15 When attaching the main unit to a wall ≥...
  • Page 15: When Placing The Main Unit In A Rack Or On A Table

    When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table Additionally required accessories (commercially available) ≥Fall prevention cord ........................k 2 ≥Screw eyes (to attach the fall prevention cord) ................k 2 ≥ Use commercially available screws that are capable of supporting over 26 kg. ≥...
  • Page 16: When Attaching The Main Unit To A Wall

    When attaching the main unit to a wall The main unit can be wall mounted using the supplied wall mount brackets, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 26 kg. The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation.
  • Page 17 Attach the wall mount brackets to the main unit.    A Wall mount bracket (supplied) B Screw (supplied) Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. ≥...
  • Page 18 Fit the main unit securely onto the screw(s). DO NOT ≥ Move the speaker so ≥ In this position, the that the screw is in speaker will likely fall this position. if moved to the left or right. Secure the cord to the wall. ≥...
  • Page 19: Step 3 Wireless Connections

    Press and hold [ ] until “PAIRING” Active subwoofer on/off button [B Í C I] is indicated on the display. Use this button to turn the active subwoofer on and off. Select “SC-HTB480” from the C I: Bluetooth device’s Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 20: Remote Control Code

    “Panasonic Music Streaming”. “REMOTE 1” is indicated on the display. Start the app “Panasonic Music Streaming” on the device. – Follow on-screen instructions on your device. – Always use the latest version of the app.

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