Panasonic Sc Htb500 Operating Instructions Manual

							2010/05/17
Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB500
PPRQTX1179-2Y
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.
The illustrations shown may differ from your unit.
Included Installation InstructionsThe installation should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
Before commencing work, carefully read these instal lation instructions and the operating instructions 
to ensure that installation is performed correctly.
(Please keep these instructions. You may need t hem when maintaining or moving this unit.)
If you have any questions contact
For U.S.A. and Puerto Rico:  1-800-211-PANA(7262)
For Canada: 1-800-561-5505
For U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: The warranty can be found on page 21.
For Canada: The warranty can be found on page 23.
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(For the active subwoofer) The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND 
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE 
APPARATUS.
≥ USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥ DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A B OOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER 
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL  VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER 
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
≥ 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
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.
WarningRisk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above  60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
The unit should be installed near an accessible AC power outlet, with the power cord connected directly 
to it. 
To completely disconnect power from the unit, unpl ug the power cord from the AC power outlet.

This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithiu m Battery which contains Perchlorate Material s special 
handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
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
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Operating 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.
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 ventil ation 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-ty pe 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/ac cessories 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.
Licenses
The model number and serial number of this 
product can be found on either the back or the 
bottom of the unit.
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 FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This device complies with RSS-210 of the IC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions: 
(1)  This device may not cause harmful 
interference, 
(2)  This device must accept any interference 
received, including interference that may 
cause undesired operation of the device.Product Identification Marking is located on the 
bottom of the active subwoofer.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, 
Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 
5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & 
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & DTS 
Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, 
Inc. Product includes software.
© DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia 
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
VIERA Link™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
EZ Sync™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.SC-HTB500
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  ............................................................... 3
Licenses ................................................................................................................ 3
Accessories .......................................................................................................... 5
Unit care  ................................................................................................................ 5
Control reference guide ......................... .............................................................. 6
This unit and active subwoofer (Front) .......................................................................................6
This unit and active subwoofer (Rear)  .......................................................................................6
Remote control ...........................................................................................................................7
Placement ............................................................................................................. 8
This unit  ..................................................................................................................... ................8
The Active subwoofer  ................................................................................................................9
Assembling the unit  ........................................................................................... 10
Connections ........... ................................................................................. ........... 11
Connection to a TV  ..................................................................................................................11
Connection from an HDMI compatible device ..........................................................................12
Digital transmitter connection ...................................................................................................12
AC power supply cord connection  ...........................................................................................13
Active subwoofer wireless connection  .....................................................................................13
Using this unit  .................................................................................................... 14
Audio effects  ...................................................................................................... 15
The various audio effects  .........................................................................................................15
Changing the audio effects  ......................................................................................................15
Linked operations with the TV
(VIERA Link
TM “HDAVI ControlTM”) ................................................................... 16
Specifications ................... .................................................................................. 17
Audio information  .............................................................................................. 18
Troubleshooting ........................ ................................................................. ........ 18
Remote control code  ................................................................................................................20
Limited Warranty 
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)  ...................................................... 21
Product Service  .................................................................................................. 22
Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA)  ......................................................... 23
Safety Precautions  ........... .................................................................................. 24
Components ....................................................................................................... 26
Installation procedure ...... .................................................................................. 26
Attaching the wall mount brackets  ...........................................................................................26
Connections ................................................................................................................... ..........27
Placement ..................................................................................................................... ...........27
Attaching this unit to a wall  ......................................................................................................28
Operating Instructions
Installation Instructions
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Operating Instructions
≥Some accessories and external devices mentioned in these operating instructions that are not 
supplied with this product may not be for sale in certain regions.
Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.
(ONLY FOR CANADA)
The enclosed Canadian French label  sheet corresponds to the English display on the remote control and 
the front and rear of the unit.
	≥ Product numbers correct as of May 2010. These may be subject to change.
≥ Only for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: 
To order accessories, refer to “Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page 22.
For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.
Unit care
∫ Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth
≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner  or benzine to clean this unit.
≥ Before using chemically treated cloth, carefully  read the instructions that came with the cloth.
∫To dispose or transfer this unit
If you discard this unit either by dis posal or transfer, please follow the pr ocedure to return all the settings to 
the factory presets to delete the user settings. ( >18, “To return to the factory preset.”)
≥Operations in these instructions are 
described mainly with the remote control, 
but you can perform the operations on this 
unit if the controls are the same.SystemSC-HTB500
This unit SU-HTB500
Active subwoofer SB-WA500
∏1 Remote control 
(Built-in battery)
(N2QAYC000027)
∏ 2 AC power supply cord(RFAX1027)∏2 Wall mount brackets(RYQX1034-K)
∏2 Screws(RYQX1042-1)∏2 Lock pins(RYQX1048)∏1 Digital transmitter(RFAX1032A)
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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 Adjust the Volume of this unit 
3 Select the source
“TV”  !# “BD/DVD”
4 LED status indicators ( >14, 15)
A Audio source indicator
B Clear-mode Dialog indicator
C Sound Effect indicator
D Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator
E Audio format indicator
5 Remote control signal sensor
Remote control operation range
Distance: 
Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.)
Angle: 
Approx. 10
oup and 30odown, 30oleft and 
right
6 Active subwoofer on/off button
7 WIRELESS LINK indicator
1 Digital transmitter dock ( >12)
2 AC IN terminal ( >13)
3 Ir SYSTEM terminal (Only for use with the optional IR Blaster. ( >9)) 4 HDMI AV OUT terminal (
>11 )
5 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal ( >11 )
6 HDMI AV IN terminal ( >12)
This unit and active  subwoofer (Front)
67
123 5
4

This unit and acti ve subwoofer (Rear)
DIGITAL TRANSMITTER
2AC IN
3
4
5
6
2AC IN
1DIGITAL
TRANSMITTER
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Operating Instructions
1 Turn this unit on or off (>14)
2 Select the source (> 14)
[TV]:
Select the TV as the source
[BD/DVD]: Select the device connected to the HDMI AV 
IN terminal as the source
3 Turn Clear-mode Dialog on or off (> 15)
4 Adjust the Subwoofer level of the active 
subwoofer
5 Adjust the Volume of this unit
6 Mute the sound
7 Turn Dolby Virtual Speaker on or off ( >15)
8 Turn Sound Effect on or off ( >15)
Remote control
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly 
replaced. Replace only with the same or 
equivalent type recommended by the 
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries 
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1
2
3 4
5
6
7
8
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.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile 
exposed to direct sunli ght for a long period of 
time with doors and windows closed.
Replace battery with Panasonic part No. 
CR2025 only. Use of another battery may 
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Caution: Battery may explode if mistreated.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away 
from children.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in 
fire.
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Placement
How you place this unit and the active subwoofer can affect the bass and the sound field.
Place this unit near the TV.
This unit should be placed parallel to the seating position.
E.g.
§1 Place this unit on a flat secure base. (Do not place this unit on the TV’s pedestal.)
§2 To allow for proper ventilation and to allow for proper air flow around this unit, position it with at least 5 mm (3/16q) of space on all 
sides of this unit.
§3 Secure the unit to prevent it from falling. (> 10)
§4 Do not place this unit in front of a 3D compatible TV. This unit may block the transmitter for the 3D eyewear.
§5 Do not place this unit too close to the TV. This unit may interfere with the TV’s various sensors (ambient light, etc.).
	≥ You can damage the speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.
≥ Placing this unit too close to the floor, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with thick 
curtains.
≥ Do not use the active subwoofer or this unit in a metal cabinet or bookshelf.
Caution≥This unit, the supplied wall mount brackets and the active subwoofer are to be used 
only as indicated in these operating instru ctions or the installation 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 this unit to a wall using methods other than those described 
in this manual.
This unit
On the wall
In a rack§1, 2, 3On a table§1, 2, 3, 4, 5
To attach this unit to the wall, refer to the installation instructions. ( >24)Installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
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Operating Instructions
∫If the TV’s remote control sensor is 
blocked by this unit.
Try using the TV’s remote control from a different 
angle. If the problem persists, you can use the 
optional Panasonic IR Blaster (SH-WR10) to relay 
the signal to the TV.
≥The optional Panasonic IR Blaster (SH-WR10) is 
only compatible with Panasonic TVs.
Purchase SH-WR10 (Accessory IR Blaster) at 
selected dealers or online by visiting our Web Site 
at: http://www.panasonic.com
or in Canada: http://www.panasonic.ca
For details, please refer to the operating 
instructions for the opti onal Panasonic IR Blaster.
≥ Do not use the IR Blaster if the TVs remote 
control sensor is not  blocked by this unit.
∫If irregular coloring occurs on your TV, 
turn the TV off for about 30 minutes.
If it persists, move this unit further away from the 
TV.  Place to the right or left of the TV, on the floor or 
on a sturdy shelf so that it will not cause 
vibration. Leave about 30 cm (11
13/16z
) from the 
TV.
	≥ Place the active subwoofer within approximately 10 m (33 ft) 
of this unit, and in a horizontal position with the top panel 
faced upward.
≥ To allow for proper ventilation and to maintain good airflow 
around the active subwoofer, position it with at least 5 cm (2 z) 
of space on all sides.
≥ Do not use the active subwoofer or this unit in a metal 
cabinet or bookshelf.
The Active subwoofer
To avoid interference, maintain the following 
distances between the active subwoofer and 
other electronic devices that use the same 
radio frequency (2.4 GHz band).
A Active subwoofer
B Wireless LAN: approx. 2 m (6
1/2 ft)
C Cordless phone and other electronic devices: 
approx. 2 m (6
1/2 ft)
The active subwoofer will automatically seek a 
clear channel if any of these other devices 
interfere with its communication.
When this happens there is a brief interruption to 
the audio coming from the subwoofer.
This is the normal operation of the product 
working to assure the best possible performance 
of your home theater audio system.
If the interference persists, try moving the other 
devices to another location outside the range of 
the active subwoofer or move the active 
subwoofer nearer to this unit.
AB
C
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Assembling the unit
Refer to the following when placing this unit on a table or in a rack. For wall mount, refer to the 
installation instructions. (>24)
Preparation≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it.
≥ Keep the screws out of reach of  children to prevent swallowing.
	≥Do not hold this unit in one hand to avoid injury by dropping this unit when carrying.
1On the rear of the unit:
Place the wall mount bracket by aligning the holes in the wall mount bracket 
with the projecting parts  A .
2Screw the wall mount brac ket firmly into place.
≥Screw tightening torque: 80 N 0cm (17.98 lbf-ft) to 120 N 0cm (26.98 lbf-ft).
≥ Repeat the steps above when installing the second wall mount bracket.
3Thread a cord (not supplied) through each wall mount bracket.
≥Make sure to use a cord which is capable of 
supporting over 20 k g (44.1 lbs). A  Rear of this unit
B Fall prevention 
cord (not supplied)
4After all the necessary  connections are finished ( >11 )
Place the unit in the desired position and attach each cord onto the rack or 
table.
≥Attach each cord to a different screw eye.
≥ Make sure that there is no more than a 3 cm (13/16q) 
slack.
A  This unit
B  Fall prevention cord (not supplied)
C  Rack or table
D  Screw eye (not supplied)
≥ Attach at a position capable of supporting over 20 k g 
(44.1 lbs).
Professional installation is required.
The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist.
To prevent the unit from falling
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
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E.g.
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