offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 1 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB258 SC-HTB250 SC-HTB208 SC-HTB200 This illustration shows SC-HTB250. Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference. “EB” indicates the United Kingdom model.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 2 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Safety precautions WARNING! CAUTION! Unit • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, – Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. – Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. – Use the recommended accessories. – Do not remove covers. – Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 3 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Caution for AC mains lead The symbols on this product (including the accessories) represent the following: (For the AC mains plug of three pins) AC For your safety, please read the following text carefully. Class II equipment (The construction of the product is double-insulated.) This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 4 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM [HTB258]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB258 only. [HTB250]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB250 only. [HTB208]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB208 only. [HTB200]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB200 only. Supplied items Product numbers correct as of January 2018. These may be subject to change.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 5 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM References About Bluetooth® Panasonic bears no responsibility for data and/or information that is compromised during a wireless transmission. Frequency band • This system uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. Certification • This system conforms to the frequency restrictions and has received certification based on frequency laws. Thus, a wireless permit is not necessary.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 6 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Placement of the active subwoofer [HTB258] [HTB250] You can place the subwoofer vertically or horizontally. Based on your option of subwoofer placement, paste the supplied speaker feet on the subwoofer accordingly. Vertical placement Speaker feet Protection layer (not supplied) For stability and to avoid injury, when the subwoofer is placed vertically, • Do not stack any object on the subwoofer.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 7 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Overview of controls Main unit Front Rear A Standby/on switch [1] 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. B Adjust the volume level (~12) C Select the input source HDMI (ARC) Active subwoofer [HTB258] [HTB250] Front Rear OPTICAL D Select the Bluetooth® device as the source To start Bluetooth® pairing, press and hold [ ].
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 8 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM █ Preparing the remote control Remote control Before using for the first time [HTB258] [HTB250] Remove the insulation sheet. Insulation sheet SUBWOOFER DIMMER SOUND MUTE HDMI (ARC) OPTICAL PAIRING Replacing the battery Replace with a new battery (CR2025 lithium battery). [HTB208] [HTB200] DIMMER SOUND Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 9 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Making the connections Switch off all equipment before connection. Components and cables are sold separately. Connect the AC mains lead only after all the other connections have been made. Connecting the TV █ Connect an ARC compatible TV Connect to the ARC compatible terminal of the TV with an ARC compatible high speed HDMI cable.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 10 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Connecting a 4K Ultra HD TV The system cannot pass-through the 4K video signal of a 4K compatible equipment to a 4K Ultra HD TV. However, you can connect the system to a 4K Ultra HD TV to enjoy the 4K content. TV HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI IN (4K) HDMI cable* HDMI OUT HDMI cable e.g., Blu-ray Disc player (4K compatible) * Make sure to connect the HDMI cable to ARC compatible terminals.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 11 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Bluetooth® connection You can connect and play an audio device wirelessly through Bluetooth®. Preparation • Switch on the main unit. • Switch on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and put the device near the system. • Read the operating instructions of the device for details. █ Pairing a device Preparation If this system is connected to a Bluetooth® device, disconnect it (~right). 1 Press [ -PAIRING].
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 12 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM █ To adjust the subwoofer level Basic control [HTB258] [HTB250] Preparation Switch on the TV and/or connected device. 1 2 3 Press [SUBWOOFER +] or [SUBWOOFER ‒] to adjust the level. Press [`] to switch on the system. Select the source. HDMI: Press [HDMI (ARC)] on the remote control or [INPUT] on the main unit. OPTICAL: Press [OPTICAL] on the remote control or [INPUT] on the main unit.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 13 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Audio format Bluetooth® standby You can view the current audio format. This function allows you to connect a paired Bluetooth® device when the main unit is in standby mode. Press and hold [SOUND] for a minimum of 4 seconds.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 14 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM HDMI CEC Troubleshooting This unit supports “HDMI CEC” (Consumer Electronics Control) function. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details. Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 15 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Sound from the device is interrupted. • The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Move the device nearer to the system. • Remove any obstacle between the system and the device. • Other devices that use the 2.4 GHz frequency band (wireless router, microwaves, cordless phones, etc.) are interfering. Move the device nearer to the system and distance it from the other devices.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 16 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM The WIRELESS LINK indicator does not lights up. • There is no link between the main unit and the active subwoofer. Check that the main unit is switched on. • The active subwoofer and the main unit may not be paired correctly. Try the following operation. (Wireless pairing) A Switch on the main unit. B Press and hold [I/D SET] on the rear of active subwoofer for a minimum of 4 seconds. The wireless link indicator will blink.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 17 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Indicators illumination The indicators show the condition of this system. The indicator patterns illustrated below are shown during normal operational conditions. They do not refer to the indications of a problem. Indicators MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL MUSIC CINEMA HDMI(ARC) OPTICAL Description The indicator blinks for 5 seconds.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 18 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Specifications █ Amplifier section █ Wireless section [HTB258] [HTB250] RMS output power: Dolby Digital Mode Front ch 40 W per channel (6 Ω), 1 kHz, 10% THD Subwoofer ch 40 W per channel (4 Ω), 100 Hz, 10% THD Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 120 W Wireless module Frequency range No.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 19 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries must not be mixed with general household waste.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 20 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Safety information for customers in the EU English Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our RE products from our DoC Server: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 21 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Type trådløs Frekvensbånd Bluetooth® 2402 – 2480 MHz 2.4 GHz wireless 2404 – 2476 MHz system Maks. effekt (dBm e.i.r.p.) 4 dBm 7 dBm Latviski Atbilstības deklarācija (DoC) Ar šo “Panasonic Corporation” paziņo, ka šis izstrādājums atbilst pamatprasībām un pārējiem Direktīvas 2014/53/ES noteikumiem. Pircēji var lejupielādēt oriģinālo DoC kopiju mūsu RE izstrādājumos no mūsu DoC servera: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 22 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Hrvatski Deklaracija o podobnosti (DoC) Ovime “Panasonic Corporation” izjavljuje da ovaj proizvod udovoljava osnovnim zahtjevima i ostalim relevantnim odredbama Direktive 2014/53/EU. Kupci mogu preuzeti kopiju originalne DoC za naše RE proizvode s našeg DoC poslužitelja: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 23 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM Limited Warranty (For Australia only) Panasonic Warranty 1. The product is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the conditions of this warranty Panasonic or its Authorised Service Centre will perform necessary service on the product without charge for parts or labour, if in the opinion of Panasonic, the product is found to be faulty within the warranty period. 2.
offset printing TQBJ2086_en.fm Page 24 Wednesday, December 27, 2017 2:30 PM █ NORSK ADVARSEL! Produkt • For å redusere faren for brann, elektrisk støt eller skade på apparatet: – Dette apparatet må ikke utsettes for regn, fuktighet, drypp eller sprut. – Ikke plasser objekter som er fylt med væske, som vaser, på apparatet. – Bruk anbefalt tilbehør. – Fjern ikke deksler. – Dette apparatet må ikke repareres på egen hånd. Overlat servicearbeider til kvalifisert servicepersonell.
