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Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
SC-HTX500
Model No.
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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.
Note
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
VQT2R75
EB
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System SC-HTX500 Model No. 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. -
Page 2: Before Use
Caution for AC Mains Lead Safety precautions Placement For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains Set the system up on an even surface away from direct plug for your safety and convenience. sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
........20 (WHISPER-MODE SURROUND) ..15 Factory settings (Reset) ....21 Using the VIERA Link “HDAVI To prevent other Panasonic Control™” ........16 equipment from operating with this Changing this system’s system’s remote control ....21 settings .........18... -
Page 4: Supplied Accessories
• 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. -
Page 5: Control Guide
Control guide This system Front view/Rear view Control panel ( Amplifi er ( below) below) Front view Rear view 1Front speaker (left) 2Front speaker (right) 3Subwoofer 4Caster/Caster trays 5Rear panel 6Cut-outs 7Openings Control panel Standby/on switch (8) 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. -
Page 6: Inserting The Batteries
Control guide Remote control (This manual explains the operations mainly using the remote control.) Input selector ( page 14) Standby/on button ( page 14) For adjusting speaker output Test signal output ( page 13) page 13) For adjusting the volume For using “CLEAR-MODE pages 13, 14) DIALOG”... -
Page 7: Installing And Assembling The System
Installing and assembling the system Installation Setup • At least 2 people are necessary for example lifting up the system. • Use a phillips-head screwdriver. This system (Do not use an electric screwdriver.) • Avoid unstable places. Choose a flat location for installation. - Page 8 Installing and assembling the system Shelf assembly Remove the tape fixing the glass holder and open the glass holder. Insert 2 shelf holders (supplied) into the dowel holes on one side. Dowel hole Shelf holder Insert the shelf (supplied) with a slope and set it adjusting the shelf Groove (Under the shelf) groove on the shelf holders.
- Page 9 Taking out cables (Refer to the operating instructions of equipment as well.) After installing equipment in the system, pull out (Rear view) the cables from the openings of the rear panel. Openings In the following cases, remove the cut-outs. This will strain the connection parts and may cause malfunction.
- Page 10 Installing and assembling the system Fixing the casters Set the caster trays under all 5 casters (Caster direction) Make the direction of front caster inward so the to fi x this system. caster tray does not protrude. Cover outward inward Align the cover with the arrow.
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Page 11: Home Theater Connections
• Turn off all equipment before Home Theater connections making any connections. • To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions. Basic connections Refer to the operating instructions for the equipment you are connecting for the correct type of video cable. If the optical digital output terminal is available, use connection A. -
Page 12: Connecting Equipment With Hdmi Terminal (Tv, Dvd Recorder, Etc.)
TV, etc. to the HDMI output terminal of this system. • For ARC compatibility of the connected TV, see operating instructions of the TV. HDMI cable notes • It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cables. HDMI HDMI Recommended part number:... -
Page 13: Connecting Stb, Etc. With Hdmi Terminal
Connecting STB, etc. with HDMI terminal Connect STB, etc. to the HDMI 2 input terminal STB etc. (AUX 1) on this system. ( page 12) HDMI HDMI Amplifier Note input output If all HDMI input terminals on this system are being used, make the connection on the left. -
Page 14: Enjoying Tv, Movies And Music
Enjoying TV, movies and music Preparation Turn on the TV and switch its input to the input which this system is connected to ([HDMI], etc.), using the TV’s remote control. To turn on the system Press. To select the source Press. -
Page 15: Enjoying Sound Field Effects
Enjoying sound fi eld effects You can add various effects to the audio output by this system. Clear Sound Reproduction Sound effects from the direction of the TV screen Sound mode (CLEAR-MODE DIALOG) You can enjoy surround effects, such as sound With this function, voices from TV drama or baseball spread and sense of being in the actual scene, or commentators, etc. -
Page 16: Using The Viera Link "Hdavi Control
As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed. • This system supports “HDAVI Control 5” function. “HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of January, 2010) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment. - Page 17 (DIGA) also turns off. system’s input is automatically switched to the HDMI input. • When using with Panasonic TV (VIERA) supporting VIERA • The adjustable max. value of speaker volume for TV (VIERA) Link “HDAVI Control” Ver. 4 and later version, when this may differ from the one for this system.
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Page 18: Changing This System's Settings
Changing this system’s settings Basic operations To enter the setup mode Press and hold for approx. 2 seconds. The setting items are displayed. To switch the settings Press [w][q] to select the setup menu items and press [OK]. (Setup menu items) •... -
Page 19: Power Saving Mode (Eco Mode) "Off/On" Setting
Enter the setup mode before operations. ( page 18) Power saving mode (Eco mode) “OFF/ON” setting VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” “OFF/ON” setting This function reduces the power consumption in the When you do not use VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” following sound modes. pages 16, 17), you can set the unlinked •... -
Page 20: Switching The Input Automatically To Stb, Etc
Switching between dual sounds When you make connections on page 13 with You can switch between dual sounds of Dolby Digital Panasonic TV (VIERA), you can switch the input of signals. this system to STB, etc. in conjunction with the TV 1. -
Page 21: Factory Settings (Reset)
Press [MUTE]. Other equipment (mini component system, AV amp, Press this button again to cancel. etc.) manufactured by Panasonic may operate with Note the remote control operations of this system. In this • Muting is cancelled when you switch the system to standby. -
Page 22: Specifications
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights States and other countries. Reserved. HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. VQT2R75... -
Page 23: Digital Audio Signals Supported And Other By This System
Digital audio signals supported by this system Dolby Digital Note Blu-ray disc, DVD etc. • With the optical digital connection, this system can play LPCM (multi-channel) signals with sampling frequency of up Blu-ray disc, DVD etc. to 48 kHz and LPCM (2-channel) signals of up to 96 kHz. •... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. Problem Possible solution Pages No power. - Page 25 Problem Possible solution Pages No sound in surround • Set to Dolby Virtual Speaker, sound mode or Dolby Pro Logic . mode. • With the optical digital connection, you cannot use these 12, 13 Cannot use the sound features with LPCM signals with sampling frequency of over mode, Dolby Virtual 48 kHz.
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Page 26: Error Messages
When “REMOTE 2 ” is displayed, set the remote control code to 2 in the operation of “Setting the remote control” for “To REMOTE 2 prevent other Panasonic equipment from operating with this REMOTE 1 system’s remote control”. When “REMOTE 1 ” is displayed, set the code to 1 in the operation of “Setting the remote control”... - Page 27 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
- Page 28 To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle. Web Site: http://panasonic.net VQT2R75 Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre H0110FS0 Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany © Panasonic Corporation 2010...