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Home Theater Audio System
Owner's Manual
Model No. SC-HTB170
9 to 14)
RQT9841-P
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- Page 1 If you have any questions, contact: U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) Register online at www.panasonic.com/register (U.S. customers only) Included Installation Instructions The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist. (...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
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. WARNING Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. - Page 3 Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to operation. direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and Responsible Party: windows closed. Panasonic Corporation of North America j Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal One Panasonic Way, objects. Secaucus, NJ 07094...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............2 Before use Supplied items ....................5 This system ..........................5 Accessories ..........................5 Control reference guide ..................6 This system (Front)........................6 This system (Rear) ........................6 Remote control ........................... 7 Getting started Step 1 Selecting the placement method............ -
Page 5: Supplied Items
≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. ≥ Operations in this Owner’s Manual 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 ∏... -
Page 6: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide This system (Front) Standby/on switch (Í/I) B TV indicator Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or Lights green when the TV is the audio source C BD/DVD indicator vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. -
Page 7: Remote Control
Remote control ∫ Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet A. ∫ To replace a button-type battery Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery) INPUT SELECTOR SOUND Turn the main unit on or off ( Adjust the dialog effect level ( Adjust the output level of the subwoofer (bass sound) ( Adjust the volume of this system (... -
Page 8: Step 1 Selecting The Placement Method
Step 1 Selecting the placement method ≥Choose a placement method that suits you best. The main unit When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table Angle 1: 0 tilt ≥Speaker angle indicator lights green. Page 10 [A] Raised by using the basic stands Angle 2: Tilted at 30 ≥Speaker angle indicator lights amber. -
Page 9: Wireless Interference
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 Owner’s Manual. -
Page 10: Step 2 Placement
Step 2 Placement When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table ≥ Place the main unit on a flat and horizontal surface. Supplied accessories ∏ 2 Basic stands ∏ 2 30 stands ∏ 2 80 stands ∏... - Page 11 Attach the stands if necessary. If not, proceed to step 3. : With basic stands : With 30 stands : With 80 stands e.g., With basic stands A Screw (supplied) ≥ Tighten securely. Place the main unit in the desired position and attach each cord onto the rack or table.
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Page 12: When Attaching The Main Unit To A Wall
When attaching the main unit to a wall ≥ Place the main unit on a flat and vertical surface. This 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 33 kg (72.8 lbs). The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation. - Page 13 Attach the wall mount brackets to the wall. A Wall mount bracket (supplied) C At least 30 mm (1 B Screws D ‰4.0 mm ( E ‰7.5 mm to ‰9.4 mm ( q to F Wall G Wall mount bracket (supplied) Complete all the necessary connections to the main unit.
- Page 14 Attach the main unit to the wall mount brackets. A Wall mount bracket (supplied) B Gently move the main unit down onto the wall mount bracket. Screw the safety holder onto the wall mount brackets. ≥ Screw tightening torque: 80 N0cm (0.6 lbf0ft) to 120 N0cm (0.9 lbf0ft). ≥...
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Page 15: Step 3 Connections
22) 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. Connection with the TV Verify if the TV’s HDMI terminal is labelled “HDMI (ARC)”. -
Page 16: Connection From An Hdmi Compatible Device
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. ( e.g., Blu-ray Disc player ... -
Page 17: Using The Ir Blaster
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. ≥ Keep the adhesive tape out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. -
Page 18: Ac Power Supply Cord Connection
AC power supply cord connection ≥ Connect only after all other connections are completed. AC IN A To a household AC outlet B AC power supply cord (supplied) ≥This system consumes a small amount of AC power ( 30) even when it is turned off. -
Page 19: Bluetooth ® Connection
Bluetooth connection ® By using the Bluetooth connection, you can listen to the sound from the Bluetooth audio device from ® ® this system wirelessly. Preparation ≥Turn on the Bluetooth feature of the device and place the device near the main unit. ®... -
Page 20: Using This System
Using this system Adjust the volume and sound effect level. Preparation ≥ Turn on the TV and/or connected device. ∫ To adjust the volume of this system Press [i VOL j]. ≥ Volume range: 0 to 100 § ∫ To adjust the dialog effect level This setting will change the level of the Clear- mode dialog effect. -
Page 21: 3D Sound
5.1ch. Produces a highly realistic sound Adding to the Dolby Virtual “STADIUM” for live broadcasts of sports. Speaker effect, Panasonic has Re-creates the sound of musical applied its own sound field “MUSIC” controlling technology to expand instruments and songs with an 3D surround expansive sound. -
Page 22: Linked Operations With The Tv
HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. (for HDAVI Control 3 or later) ≥ This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. “HDAVI Control 5” is the standard for Panasonic’s HDAVI Delay between audio and video is automatically adjusted Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible by adding time-lag to the audio output, enabling you to with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment. -
Page 23: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations Audio format indicator Auto gain control To display the current audio format. With this function, you can prevent sudden loud sounds. The output will be reduced automatically when the input Press and hold [SOUND] for more than exceeds a certain level. 4 sec. - Page 24 Bluetooth communication Using the Dolby Virtual ® mode Speaker effect You can select different modes to suit the type of Depending on your preference, It is possible to turn off the connections with emphasis on connectivity or high quality 3D surround effect and the clear-mode dialog effect. audio.
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Page 25: Remote Control Code
∫ Remote control code ∫ To turn off VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” When other Panasonic devices respond to this system’s remote control, change the remote control code on this When “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment does not system and the remote control. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If The color of the speaker angle indicator does you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the following guide do not solve the not match the tilt of the main unit. - Page 27 “HDMI (ARC)”. If not, connect using the optical digital audio cable. ( ≥ If the main unit is connected to a Panasonic TV and turned on using the button on the main unit or the remote control, sound might not be output from this system.
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Page 28: About Bluetooth
∫ Range of use Use this device at a maximum range of 10 m (33 ft). HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. The range can decrease depending on the environment, VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. -
Page 29: Indicator Illumination
Indicator illumination The indicators display the condition of this system by flashing. The indicator patterns illustrated below are displayed during normal operational conditions. They do not refer to the indications of a problem. Indicator Description The indicator blinks for 10 sec. ≥... -
Page 30: Specifications
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION GENERAL RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode Power consumption 20 W Front ch Power consumption in standby mode 30 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10 % THD Approx. 0.25 W Subwoofer ch 60 W per channel (3 ≠), 100 Hz, 10 % THD Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power... -
Page 31: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a. And Puerto Rico)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or than a Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America is attributable to acts of God. - Page 32 Panasonic has determined that ® this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com Panasonic Corporation 2013...