Panasonic Sc Htb15 Owners Manual

until 
2011/12/22
Owner’s Manual
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB15
PP
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.
If you have any questions contact
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Canada: 1-800-561-5505
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Unit≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
jDo not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or 
splashing.
j Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on 
this unit.
j Use only the recommended accessories.
j Do not remove covers.
j Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to 
qualified service personnel.
Button-type battery  (Lithium battery)≥Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat 
above  60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate....

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Precautions
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The model number and serial number of this 
system can be found on either the back or the 
bottom of the system.
Please note them in the space provided below 
and keep for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER  ______________________
SERIAL NUMBER  ______________________
User memo:
DATE OF PURCHASE  ___________________
DEALER NAME  ________________________
DEALER ADDRESS  __________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER  __________________
The lightning flash...

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  .............................................................. 2
Before use
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 5
Unit care  ............................................................................................................... 5
Control reference guide ...................................................................................... 6
Active subwoofer...

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Precautions
Reference
Getting started
Before use
Operations
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Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using the system.
	≥Product numbers are correct as of June 2011. These 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 30.
For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.
≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with the active...

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Control reference guide
1Standby/on switch (POWER  Í/I)
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.
2 Remote control signal sensor ( >9)
3 Adjust the volume of the speakers
4 Select the input source TV # HDMI 1 #  HDMI 2
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5 Input selector indicators
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A TV indicator
Lights green when the TV is the audio 
source
B HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2 indicator
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Before use
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1 Turn the system on or off (>22)
2 Select the input source ( >22)
≥ [TV]:
Select the TV as the source
≥ [HDMI 1/2]:
Select the device connected to the HDMI IN 1 
or HDMI IN 2 terminal as the source
3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer  (bass sound) ( >22)
4 Adjust the volume of the speakers ( >22)
5 Mute the sound (> 22)
Remote control
1
2 3
4
5
Remove the insulation sheet 
A before using.
∫ To replace a button-type battery
1 While pressing the stopper  B, pull out the...

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≥These are examples of placement methods.
Step 1Selecting the placement method
When placing the speakers on a wall
When placing the speakers on a table
Place the speakers 
horizontally
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Place the speakers 
vertically
Place the speakers using 
the base stands
Place the speakers using 
the stands
Place the speakers using 
the speaker feet
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≥Do not hold the speakers in one hand to avoid injury by dropping the speakers when carrying.
∫ When carrying the active subwoofer
	≥Place the active subwoofer in a horizontal position with the top panel faced upward.
≥ Placing the active subwoofer and the speakers too close to the walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and 
windows with thick curtains.
≥ If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, turn the TV off for about 30 minutes. If it persists, move the...

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≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16.
≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.
Match the L/R indicator  A on the speaker with the L/R indicator  B on the 
speaker joint, then insert the metal part of the speaker joint fully into  C.
≥Do not connect the left speaker to the right speaker joint or vice versa. Be sure to verify the orientation of the speaker with  
the label on the rear of the speaker.
Use...