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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 1 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM
Owner’s Manual
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB370
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
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P PC
RQT9777-1P
until
2012/12/27
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 2 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM 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. WARNING 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. Unit 4 Follow all instructions. ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or pr
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 3 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE CAUTION U.S.A. Unit FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 candles, on this unit. of the FCC Rules. Placement These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ≥ To reduce the risk of
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 4 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Table of contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 2 Before use Supplied items ................................................................................................... 5 This system (SC-HTB370).......................................................................................................... 5 Accessories .......................................
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 5 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM ≥ 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 main unit if the controls are the same. Supplied items This system (SC-HTB370) ∏ 1Main unit ∏ 1 Active subwoofer ∏ 2 Front speakers (SU-HTB370) (SB-HWA370) (SB-HTB570) Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using this system. ∏ 1 Rem
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 6 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Control reference guide This system (Front) 45 6 7 1 2 3 Main unit Active subwoofer 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I) §1 5 Sound mode indicators Press to switch the unit from on to standby E STANDARD indicator mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit Lights when STANDARD is the current is still consuming a small amount of power. sound mode §2 F STADIUM indicator 2 Adjust the volume of this system Lights when STADIUM is
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 7 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM This system (Rear) 1 AC IN terminal ( 23) 5 USB port (for service use only) 2 Speaker terminals ( 23) 6 AUX terminal ( 22) 3 TV terminal ( 22) 7 Active subwoofer on/off button ( 24) 4 BD/DVD terminal ( 22) § The I/D SET button is only used when the main unit is not paired with the active subwoofer. ( 30) RQT9777 7 Before use
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 8 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Remote control ∫ Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet A. 3 1 DIALOG LEVEL 2 4 ∫ To replace a button-type battery 5 Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery) INPUT LINK MODE SELECTOR SOUND 6 8 ----PAIRING 7 1 Turn the main unit on or off ( 25) 2 Adjust the dialog effect level ( 25) 3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer (bass sound) ( 25) 4 Adjust the volume of this system ( 25) 5
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 9 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Step 1 Selecting the placement method ≥Choose a placement method that suits you best. When attaching the speakers to a wall Place the speakers horizontally Page 11 Place the speakers vertically Page 14 When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using the leg stands Page 16 Place the speakers using the support legs and speaker feet Page 17 Place the speakers using the speaker bases Page 18 RQT9777 9 G
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 10 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Caution ≥ This system is 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 the speakers to a wall using methods other than those described in this manual. The speaker sy
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 11 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Step 2 Assembling the speakers When attaching the speakers to a wall Place the speakers horizontally The speakers can be wall mounted by drilling screws into the wall, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg (72.8 lbs). The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation. ≥For details about the required
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 12 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Connect the speaker cables. 1 Insert the wire fully. r: White s: Blue line 45 ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. 2 Press into the groove. A Right speaker connector B Left speaker connector Push White Red § If you have difficulty inserting the cable, try straightening the speaker cable and then bending the 25 o cable about 20 mm ( /32q) from the tip, at an angle
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 13 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s). Red connector: The speaker attached to the red connector cable is to be placed on the right side. White connector: The speaker attached to the white connector cable is to be placed on the left side. White Red A Right speaker connector B Left speaker connector DO DO NOT ≥ Move the speaker so ≥ In this position, the that the screw is in this speaker will likely fall if p
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 14 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Place the speakers vertically The speakers can be wall mounted by drilling screws into the wall, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 33 kg (72.8 lbs). The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation. ≥For details about the required screws, refer to the diagram below the step “Drive a screw into the wall
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 15 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the F Front speaker screwing positions on the wall. (Rear view) 25 ≥ Leave at least 20 mm ( /32q) of space above and on each 15 G 100 mm (3 /16q) side of the speaker to allow enough space for fitting the 5 speaker. H 436 mm (17 /32q) ≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent 11 I 34 mm (1 /32q) swallowing. J Wall mount
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 16 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using the leg stands ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables ∏ 1 Metal bracket WHITE: Left RED: Right ∏ 2 Leg stands ∏ 4 Screws ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 20. ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 and 2 of “Place the speakers
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 17 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Place the speakers using the support legs and speaker feet ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables ∏ 1 Metal bracket WHITE: Left RED: Right ∏ 2 Support legs ∏ 4 Screws ∏ 2 Speaker feet ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 20. ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 and 2 of “Place the spea
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 18 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Place the speakers using the speaker bases ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables ∏ 2 Stand necks WHITE: Left RED: Right ∏ 2 Speaker bases ∏ 4 Screws ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 20. ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following step 1 of “Place the speakers vertically” ( 14). Insert the speaker cable thro
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 19 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Attach the speaker base. ≥ The two speakers are interchangeable. ≥ Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing. Screw (supplied) ≥ Tighten securely. Align the projecting parts with the holes on the speaker. Press into the groove. Red connector: The speaker attached to the red connector cable is to be placed on the right side. White connector: The speaker attached to the white connector cable is to
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SC-HTB370PPC_RQT9777-1P_mst.book Page 20 Tuesday, January 29, 2013 11:48 AM Additional speaker fall prevention measures To prevent the speakers from falling, it is recommended, as an additional protection measure, to attach the speakers to the wall or table with a fall prevention cord (hereafter “cord”). ≥ Consultation with a qualified installation specialist concerning the appropriate procedure when attaching to a concrete wall or a surface that may not have strong enough support is reco
