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.
Unit≥Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted 
candles, on this unit.
Placement≥To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
jDo not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in 
cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is 
well ventilated.
j Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with 
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
Button-type battery  (Lithium battery)≥Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. 
Replace only with the type recommended by the 
manufacturer.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local 
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of 
disposal.
≥ Insert with poles aligned.
≥ Do not touch the terminals ( i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into 
fire.
≥ Keep out of reach of children.
≥ Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and 
may cause a fire.
jRemove the battery if you do not intend to use the remote 
control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark 
place.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct 
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows 
closed.
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.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,  heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or  grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with 
one wider than the other. 
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third 
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit 
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of 
the obsolete outlet. 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the 
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the  manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, 
bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to 
avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning 
storms or when unused for long periods of 
time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid 
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, 
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does 
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or 
clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, 
never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and 
then consult a doctor.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which 
contains Perchlorate Material  s special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
CAUTION
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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 with arrowhead 
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, 
is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the product’s 
enclosure that may be of sufficient 
magnitude to constitute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an 
equilateral triangle is intended to alert 
the user to the presence of important 
operating and maintenance 
(servicing) instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE FOLLOWING APPL IES ONLY IN THE 
U.S.A.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential installation. 
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio 
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and 
receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician 
for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this 
equipment would void the user’s authority to operate this 
device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This 
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this 
device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  .............................................................. 2
Before use
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 5
Unit care  ............................................................................................................... 5
Control reference guide ...................................................................................... 6
Active subwoofer .............................................................................................................. ........ 6
Remote control ......................................................................................................................... 7
Getting started
Step 1 Selecting the place ment method  ........................................................... 8
Speaker system  ....................................................................................................................... 9
Active subwoofer .............................................................................................................. ........ 9
Step 2 Assembling the speakers  ..................................................................... 10
When placing the speakers on a wall  .................................................................................... 10
When placing the speakers on a table  ................................................................................... 13
Speaker fall prevention measures  ......................................................................................... 16
Step 3 Connections ................................................................................. .......... 18
Basic connection  .............................................................................................................. ...... 18
Connection with HDMI compatible devices ............................................................................ 20
Speaker cable connection ...................................................................................................... 21
AC power supply cord connection  ......................................................................................... 21
Operations
Using this unit  ................................................................................................... 22
3D sound  ............................................................................................................................... 23
Audio output modes  ............................................................................................................... 23
Linked operations with the TV  (VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)..................  24
Advanced operations ............................. ........................................................... 25
Reference
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... ....................... 26
Indicator illumination  ........................................................................................ 27
Specifications ................... ................................................................................. 28
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO) ........................... 29
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)  ........................................................ 31
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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 subwoofer.
Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do not use cords for other equipment with the active subwoofer.
Unit care
∫ Clean the system with a soft, dry cloth
≥When dirt is heavy, wring a cloth moistened in water  tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a dry 
cloth.
≥ When cleaning the system, use a fine cloth. Do not use  tissues or other materials (towels, etc.) that can 
fall apart. Small grains may get stuck inside the speaker cover.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner  or benzine to clean the system.
≥ Before using chemically-treated cloth, carefully  read the instructions that came with the cloth.
≥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 active subwoofer if the controls are the same.
SystemSC-HTB15
Active subwoofer (main unit) SU-HTB15
Speaker system SB-HTB15
∏ 1 Remote control 
(with a battery)
(N2QAYC000046) ∏
1 AC power supply cord
(K2CB2CB00021) ∏
2 Speaker cables
(REEX1266A: RED)
(REEX1267A: WHITE)
∏ 1 Speaker joint
(RAQ0082) ∏
8 Screws
[XYN5+J14FJK: 
Screw A (Large k6)]
[XYN3+F10FJK: 
Screw B (Small k2)] ∏
3 Speaker feet
(RKA0072-KJ: 
Speaker foot A k2)
(RMG0859-K: 
Speaker foot B k1)
∏ 2Stands
(RYQ0853-K) ∏
2 Bases
(RYK1637A-K) (ONLY FOR CANADA)
The enclosed French Canadian 
label sheet corresponds to the 
English display on the remote 
control and the top and rear of the 
active subwoofer.
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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
^----------------------------------}
5 Input selector indicators
§
A TV indicator
Lights green when the TV is the audio 
source
B HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2 indicator
When the device connected to the HDMI IN 
1 terminal or the HDMI IN 2 terminal is the 
audio source ( B lights in amber) 6 Audio format indicators
§
C
Dolby Digital indicator
Lights when Dolby Digital is the current 
audio format
D DTS indicator
Lights when DTS is the current audio 
format
E PCM indicator
Lights when PCM (2ch, Multi-channel) is 
the current audio format
7 Speaker terminals ( >21)
8 HDMI OUT terminal (ARC compatible) (> 18)
9 HDMI IN 1 terminal ( >20)
10 HDMI IN 2 terminal ( >20)
11 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal ( >19)
12 AC IN terminal ( >21)
§The indicators will also blink in various conditions ( >27)
Active subwoofer
3
1456
2
7
891011
12
Active subwoofer 
(front) Active subwoofer 
(rear)
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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 
battery holder.
2 Set the button-type battery with its ( i) mark 
facing upward and then put the battery holder 
back in place.
≥ When the button-type battery runs down, 
replace it with a new battery (part number: 
CR2025). The battery should normally last 
about 1 year, however, this depends on how 
frequently the unit is used.
≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of 
children to prevent swallowing.
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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
Page 10
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 speakers further away fr om the 
TV.
≥ Keep magnetized items away. Magnetized cards, watches etc., can be damaged if placed too close to the system.
Caution≥The active subwoofer and supplied speakers are to be used only as indicated in these instructions. Failure to do 
so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified 
service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to a wall using methods other than those described in this manual.
Speaker system
∫ When placing the speakers on a wall
The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should be capable of supporting 33 k g (72.8 lbs) per screw. Consult a 
qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers to a wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and 
speakers.
∫ When placing the speakers in front of the TV
The speakers may block or interfere with the TV’s various sensors (C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote  
control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on a 3D compatible TV.
≥ If the stands are being usedMove the speakers farther away from the TV. If the TV still does not function correctly, try removing the stands.≥If the stands are not usedMove the speakers farther away from the TV. If the TV still does not function correctly, try using them beside the TV ( >8).
Active subwoofer
The remote control sign al sensor is located on the active subwoofer.≥Use the remote control within the correct operation range.
BDo not hold the active subwoofer from this opening.
The parts inside (speaker unit) may be damaged.
C Always hold the bottom of the active subwoofer when 
moving it.
A
ARemote control signal sensor
≥Remote control operation range
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.) 
directly in front
Angle: Approx. 30
oleft and right
B
C
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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 screws A to secure the speakers to the speaker joint.
≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Step 2 Assembling the speakers
When placing the speakers on a wall
Place the speaker s horizontally
∏1 Speaker (L) ∏1 Speaker (R) ∏2 Speaker cables
(L): WHITE
(R): RED
∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏4 Screws A 
(Large)
A  L/R indicator on the  speaker label B  L/R indicator on the 
speaker joint C
 “”
 shaped slit
D Screw A (supplied)
≥ Be sure to insert the screws following the order as indicated in the illustration.
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