Panasonic Sc Htb520 Owners Manual

until 
2011/03/07
Owner’s Manual
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB520
PP
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please  read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Included Installation Instructions ( >10 to 14)The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
Before commencing work, carefully read these instal lation instructions and the operating instructions 
to ensure that...

2WARNING:
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 BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER 
CONFINED SPACE....

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Precautions
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 th ese 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...

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  ............................................................... 3
Licenses ................................................................................................................ 3
Accessories .......................................................................................................... 5
Unit care  ................................................................................................................ 5
Control reference...

Before use
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Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using this unit.
	≥Product numbers correct as of January 2011. 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 26.
For Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you made your purchase.
≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with this unit and the active subwoofer only.
Do not use it with other equipment. Also,...

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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”
≥TV: When the TV is the audio source
(A lights in green)
≥BD/DVD: When the device connected to the 
HDMI AV IN terminal is the audio 
source
(B lights in amber)4 LED status indicators (>18)
ATV indicator
BBD/DVD indicator
CDolby Digital...

Before use
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1 Turn this unit on or off (>18)
2 Select the source (>18)
≥[TV]:
Select the TV as the source
≥[BD/DVD]:
Select the device connected to the HDMI AV 
IN terminal as the source
3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer 
(>18)
4 Adjust the volume of this unit (>18)
5 Mute the sound (>18)
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...

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E.g.
	≥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. 
≥Do not use this unit in a metal cabinet.
Step 1 Placement
Caution≥This unit and the active subwoofer 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...

Getting started
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Place the active subwoofer approx. 30 cm (1113/16z) away from the TV.
≥If the TV is Wifi compatible, place the active subwoofer approx. 2 m (61/2 ft) away from the TV.
∫When carrying the active subwoofer
∫Distance with other devices
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).
	≥Place the active subwoofer within a few meters of this unit, and in a horizontal position...

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Safety Precautions
WARNINGEnsure that the installation location is strong enough to support long-term use.
≥If its strength becomes insufficient over the course of long-term use, the unit may drop, possibly causing injury.
The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
≥ Incorrect installation may cause equipment to fall, and personal injury may result.
Include a safety factor when considering the strength of the proposed installation location.
≥ If strength is not...