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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
Included Installation Instructions
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Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EB
Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB18
12 to 16)
VQT5J46
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB18 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 Table of contents 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 About Bluetooth ® Lead Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised (For the AC mains plug of three pins) during a wireless transmission. For your safety, please read the following text carefully. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Caution for AC Mains Lead................3 About Bluetooth ® ....................3 Before use Supplied items ....................5 This system (SC-HTB18)......................5 Accessory ........................... 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-HTB18) ∏ 1 Main unit (Speaker) ∏ 1 Subwoofer... -
Page 6: Control Reference Guide
Control reference guide This system (Front) Main unit Subwoofer Standby/on switch (Í/I) Input selector indicators § Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or A TV indicator vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still Lights green when the TV is the audio source consuming a small amount of power. -
Page 7: This System (Rear)
This system (Rear) Main unit Subwoofer AC mains lead ( 12 MULTI ANGLE switch ( 14, 15) Wall mounting hole Switch the audio quality according to the placement method of the main unit. 10 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal ( 13 Subwoofer terminal 11 AUDIO IN terminal ( 14 Speaker cable... -
Page 8: Remote Control
Remote control ∫ Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet A. SURROUND CLEAR VOICE ∫ To replace a button-type battery Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery) BD/DVD Turn the main unit on or off ( Turn the surround effect on or off ( Turn the clear voice effect on or off ( Select the TV as the source ( Select the BD/DVD as the source (... -
Page 9: Step 1 Connections
Step 1 Connections Getting started ≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are completed. Connection with the TV DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL OUT A Optical digital audio cable ≥... -
Page 10: Speaker Cable Connection
Speaker cable connection Match the connector shape and connect to the terminal. SUB- WOOFER A speaker cable AC mains lead connection ≥ Connect only after all other connections are completed. B To a household mains socket C AC mains lead ≥This system consumes a small amount of AC power ( 23) even when it is turned off. -
Page 11: Bluetooth ® Connection
” indicator flashes quickly, go to step 3. Press and hold [ ] until the “ ” indicator flashes quickly. ≥ If the “ ” indicator flashes slowly, repeat step 2. Select “SC-HTB18” from the Bluetooth device’s Bluetooth menu. ®... -
Page 12: 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 13: Selecting The Placement Method
Selecting the placement method Choose a placement method that suits you best. When placing the main unit on a rack or on a table ≥ Place the main unit on a flat and horizontal surface. Page 14 ≥ Place the main unit in front of the TV pedestal. -
Page 14: When Placing The Main Unit On A Rack Or On A Table
When placing the main unit on a rack or on a table Additionally required accessories (commercially available) ≥Fall prevention cord ........................k 1 ≥Screw eye (to attach the fall prevention cord)................k 1 ≥ Use commercially available screws that are capable of supporting over 33 kg. ≥... -
Page 15: When Attaching The Main Unit To A Wall
When attaching the main unit to a wall Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg. The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation. ≥Refer to step 3 for details about the required screws. - Page 16 Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. ≥ Leave at least 20 mm of space above of the main unit to allow enough space for fitting the main unit. ≥...
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Page 17: Using This System
Using this system Operations 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 subwoofer level SURROUND Press [i SUBWOOFER] or [SUBWOOFER j] CLEAR VOICE to display the current level. -
Page 18: Advanced Operations
Advanced operations Audio format indicator Bluetooth Stand-by ® To display the current audio format. This function allows you to connect a paired Bluetooth ® device when the main unit is in standby mode. Press and hold [SURROUND] for more While pressing and holding than 4 sec. -
Page 19: Remote Control Code
Others ∫ Remote control code When other Panasonic devices respond to this system’s remote control, change the remote control code on this system and the remote control. Preparation ≥ Turn off all other Panasonic products. ≥ Turn on the main unit. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
For some built-in Bluetooth devices, you have to set the ® change the remote control code, refer to page 19. audio output to “SC-HTB18” manually. Read the operating instructions for the device for details. General operation The sound is interrupted. -
Page 21: Unit Care
Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. -
Page 22: 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 20 sec. ≥... -
Page 23: Specifications
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Bluetooth SECTION ® RMS Output power : Dolby Digital Mode Bluetooth system specification ® Front ch (non-simultaneous drive) Bluetooth Version 3.0 ® 30 W per channel (1 kHz, 10 % THD, 4 ≠) Wireless equipment classification Subwoofer ch Class 2 (2.5 mW) 60 W (100 Hz, 10 % THD, 8 ≠) Supported profiles... - Page 24 ≥ 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. ≥ 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.