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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM
Owner’s Manual
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB15
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-
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 2 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted j Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or candles, on this unit. splashing. j Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on Placement this unit. ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, j Use only the recommended accessories. j D
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 3 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE CAUTION U.S.A. FCC Note: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. against harmful interference in a residential installation. NO USER
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 4 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................. 2 Before use Accessories ......................................................................................................... 5 Unit care ............................................................................................................... 5 Control reference guide ......................................
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 5 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM ≥ 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. System SC-HTB15 Active subwoofer (main unit) SU-HTB15 Speaker system SB-HTB15 Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using the system. ∏ 1 Remote control ∏ 1 AC power supply cord ∏ 2 Speaker cab
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 6 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Control reference guide Active subwoofer 56 14 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 Active subwoofer Active subwoofer (front) (rear) § 1 Standby/on switch (POWER Í/I) 6 Audio format indicators Press to switch the unit from on to standby C Dolby Digital indicator mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit Lights when Dolby Digital is the current audio format is still consuming a small amount of power. D DTS indicator 2 Remote control signa
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 7 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Remote control Remove the insulation sheet A before using. 3 1 2 4 ∫ To replace a button-type battery 1 While pressing the stopper B, pull out the battery holder. 5 1 Turn the system on or off ( 22) 2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark 2 Select the input source ( 22) facing upward and then put the battery holder ≥ [TV]: back in place. Select the TV as the source ≥ [HDMI 1/2]: Select the device connected to the
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 8 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Step 1 Selecting the placement method ≥These are examples of placement methods. When placing the speakers on a wall Place the speakers horizontally Page 10 Place the speakers vertically Page 12 When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using Page 13 the stands Place the speakers using Page 14 the speaker feet Place the speakers using the base stands Page 15 8 VQT3Q59
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 9 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM 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 th
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 10 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Step 2 Assembling the speakers When placing the speakers on a wall Place the speakers horizontally ∏ 1 Speaker (L) ∏ 1 Speaker (R) ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏ 4 Screws A (Large) ≥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
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 11 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Connect the speaker cables. ≥ To make sure that the speaker cable is connected to the correct speaker, match the color of the speaker connector with the color of the L/R indicator on the speaker label so as not to connect the speaker cable to the wrong speaker. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. 1 Insert the wire fully. r: White s: Blue line 2 Press into the groove. Push Drive
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 12 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Place the speakers vertically ∏ 1 Speaker (L) ∏ 1 Speaker (R) ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ≥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. Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. ≥ To make sure that the speaker cable is connected to th
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 13 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using the stands ∏ 1 Speaker (L) ∏ 1 Speaker (R) ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏ 2 Stands ∏ 6 Screws A (Large) ≥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. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 to 3 of “Place the speakers h
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Place the speakers using the speaker feet ∏ 1 Speaker (L) ∏ 1 Speaker (R) ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏ 4 Screws A ∏ 3 Speaker feet A: (Large) B: ≥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. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 to 3 of “Place the speakers horizontally” ( 10)
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 15 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Place the speakers using the base stands ∏ 1 Speaker (L) ∏ 1 Speaker (R) ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 2 Bases ∏ 2 Screws B (Small) ≥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. Insert the speaker cable through the base. ≥ Be sure to insert the speaker cable through the threading hole as indicated
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 16 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. Insert the Pull the cable wire fully. straight along r: White the line and s: Blue line slide into the groove. ≥ Be sure to place the cable under the projecting part. Push Back of the base Press into the groove. Speaker fall prevention measures To prevent the speakers from falling, it is recommended to atta
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 17 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM When placing the speakers on a table Horizontal placement Vertical placement A Cord (not supplied) C Wall 29 B Screw eye (not supplied) D Approx. 150 mm (5 /32q) ≥ Depending on the placement of the speakers, the screwing position of the screw eye may differ. 17 VQT3Q59 Getting started
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 18 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Step 3 Connections ≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate owner’s manual. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( 24) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use High Speed HDMI Cables that have the HDMI logo (as shown on the cover). It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM [B] Not labeled “HDMI (ARC)” HDMI IN OPTICAL OUT TV Active subwoofer A HDMI cable (not supplied) B Optical digital audio cable (not supplied) 19 VQT3Q59 Getting started
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SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 20 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM Connection with HDMI compatible devices You can output the audio signal from the connected HDMI compatible Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, etc. with this system and pass the signal through to your TV. ≥When connecting other external device such as a set top box, refer to the operating instructions for the TV. Preparation ≥Connect this system to the TV. ( 18, 19) Active subwoofer HDMI OUT e.g., Video game console HDMI
