Panasonic Sc Htb8 Owners Manual

Getting started
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Precautions
Choose a placement method that suits you best.
∫When placing the main unit in front of the TV
The main unit 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 interference occurs, move the main unit further away from the TV. If the TV still does not function 
correctly, try using it in a rack or in the wall mount...

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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 k g (73 lbs).
≥ Use a cord that is capable of supporting over 10 k g (22 lbs) (with...

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Precautions
Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg (73 lbs).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.
≥ Be sure to attach the fall prevention cord as a secondary safety measure.
Additionally required accessories (commercially available)
≥Screws for wall mounting...

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Drive a screw into the wall.
≥Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall.
≥ Leave at least 20 mm (25/32q) of space above of the main unit to allow enough space for fitting the main unit.
≥ Leave at least 10 mm (13/32q) of space on both sides of the main unit. Without sufficient space, it is not possible to 
mount the main unit successfully.
≥ Be sure to use a level to insure that both mounting holes are level to each other.
Front view (semi-transparent...

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Operations
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Precautions
OperationsUsing this system
Preparation≥Turn on the TV and/or connected device.
Press [ Í] to turn on the main unit.
Select the source.
≥ This remote control cannot be used to control the operations 
of the connected devices.
∫ When “ ” is selected as the source
On the Bluetooth® device:
Select this system as the output source of the 
connected Bluetooth
® device and start the 
playback.
∫ When “BD/DVD” is selected as the 
source
On the TV and the...

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Advanced operations
The main unit is automatically turned off if there is no audio 
input and when you do not use it for approx. 2 hours.
While pressing and holding 
[CLEAR VOICE] on the remote 
control, press and hold [INPUT] on 
the main unit for more than 4 sec to 
display the current setting.
While the setting is displayed, press 
[CLEAR VOICE] to select the setting.
≥The setting changes each time [CLEAR VOICE] is pressed.
≥ The indicator for the selected setting blinks for 20 sec and 
then...

Reference
Operations
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ReferenceTroubleshooting
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If 
you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the 
solutions indicated in the following guide do not solve the 
problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United 
States)” on page 22.
No power.≥Insert the AC power supply cord securely. ( >p. 8)
≥ If the indicators blink and the main unit turns off 
immediately after you have turned it on, unplug the AC 
power supply cord and...

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No sound.≥Turn muting off. ( >p. 15)
≥ Check the connections to the other device. ( >p. 8)
≥ Make sure that the received audio signal is compatible 
with this system. ( >p. 21)
≥ Turn this system off and then on again.
≥ If the connections are correct, there might be a problem 
with the cables. Redo the connections with different 
cables.
≥
Check the audio output settings on the connected device.
The volume is lowered when the main unit is 
turned on.
If the main unit is turned off with the...

Reference
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About Bluetooth®
∫Frequency band usedThis system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
∫Certification of this device≥This system conforms to frequency restrictions and has 
received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a 
wireless permit is not necessary.
≥ The action below are punishable by law in some 
countries:
jTaking apart or modifying the unit.
j Removing specification indications.
∫ Restrictions of use≥Wireless transmission and/or usage with all Bluetooth® 
equipped devices...

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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.
≥ When the setting is on 
( “Auto Power Down” and “Bluetooth
® Stand-by”) ( >p. 16)
The indicator blinks for 20 sec.
≥ When the setting is off 
( “Auto Power Down” and “Bluetooth
® Stand-by”) ( >p. 16)
The...