htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 1 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB400 SC-HTB600 This illustration shows SC-HTB400. 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 The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 2 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 3 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 4 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Your system and the illustrations can look differently. [HTB400]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB400 only. [HTB600]: Indicate features applicable to SC-HTB600 only. Supplied items Product numbers correct as of March 2020. These may be subject to change. This system 1 Main unit (speaker) [HTB400]: (SC-HTB400) [HTB600]: (SU-HTB600) [HTB600] 1 Active subwoofer (SB-HWA600) Accessories Check and identify the supplied accessories.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 5 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Overview of controls Do the procedure with the remote control. You can also use the buttons on the main unit if they are the same. Main Unit (Front) [HTB600] Active subwoofer (Front) 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 6 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Main unit (Bottom) [HTB600] [HTB400] [HTB600] Active subwoofer (Rear) A [HTB400] HDMI TV (ARC) terminal (ARC compatible) (~8) [HTB600] HDMI AV IN terminal (~9) B [HTB600] HDMI AV OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)) terminal (eARC/ARC compatible) (~8, 9) C OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal (~8) D USB port (For firmware updates) (~20) TQBJ2216 E [HTB600] I/D SET button The main unit is by default already paired with the active subwoofer.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 7 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM █ Preparing the remote control Remote control Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet. Insulation sheet INPUT PAIRING SETUP SOUND MUTE Replacing the battery OK Replace with a new battery (CR2025 lithium battery).
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 8 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 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. When connecting to 4K compatible equipment and 4K Ultra HD TV, use High Speed HDMI cables which support 18 Gbps bandwidth.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 9 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Connection with players, etc., supporting HDR10+ [HTB600] This system does not support HDR10+. When connecting to a player, TV, etc., that supports HDR10+, use the following connection. Player, etc.,supporting HDR10+ HDMI AUDIO OUT [HTB600] HDMI cable HDMI VIDEO OUT TV HDMI cable* HDMI IN HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI cable * Make sure to connect the HDMI cable to eARC/ARC compatible terminals.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 10 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Connecting the AC mains lead [HTB600] To household mains socket AC mains lead AC mains lead Conserving power The system consumes a small amount of power when it is in standby mode. Disconnect the power supply if you do not use the system. The main unit will automatically switch to standby mode when no signal is input and no operation is performed for approx. 20 minutes. Refer to page 19 “AUTO OFF” to switch this function off.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 11 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Placement Safety Precautions Professional installation is required. The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist. PANASONIC DISCLAIMS ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR INCORRECT HANDLING. • Be sure to install the main unit as indicated within this operating instructions.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 12 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Placing the main unit in a rack or on a table Additionally required accessories (commercially available) Fall prevention cord (x2) Screw eyes (to attach the fall prevention cord) (x2) Note: • Use commercially available screws that are capable of supporting over 30 kg. • Use a cord that is capable of supporting over 30 kg (with a diameter of about 1.5 mm).
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 13 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Place the main unit in the desired position and attach each cord onto the rack or table. Make sure that the slack of the cord is minimal. Do not lean the main unit against the TV or wall. Screw eye Attach the screw eye at a position capable of supporting over 30 kg. Depending on the placement of the main unit, the screwing position of the screw eye may differ.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 14 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Attaching the main unit to a wall WARNING: To prevent injury, this unit must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions. The main unit can be wall mounted using the supplied wall mount brackets, etc. Make sure that the screw used and the wall are strong enough to support the weight of at least 30 kg. The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 15 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 3 Drive the screws into the wall. • Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. • Leave at least 100 mm of space above of the main unit to allow enough space for fitting the main unit. • Be sure to use a level to ensure that both mounting holes are level to each other. > 30 mm Ø4.0 mm Ø7.0 mm - Ø9.4 mm Wall or pillar 3.5 mm - 4.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 16 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 5 Secure the cord to the wall. Make sure that the slack of the cord is minimal.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 17 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Wireless Connections Active subwoofer wireless connection [HTB600] Preparation Switch on the main unit. Check that the wireless link is activated. 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 18 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Basic control Sound menu Preparation Switch on the TV and/or connected device. 1 Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select the 1 Press [`] to switch on the system. 2 Press [INPUT] repeatedly to select the source. [HTB400] TV 2 Press [5] or [K] repeatedly to select the desired setting and then press [OK]. BT █ SOUND [HTB600] TV sound effect and then press [OK]. You can also press [5] or [K] repeatedly to select the setup item.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 19 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Switch on and off the bass boost effect. You can enjoy enhanced bass performance and more powerful sound. ON (default), OFF █ CLEAR DIALOG You can switch on this effect to improve dialogue clarity when you want to emphasise people’s voices, etc. ON, OFF (default) Note: If the sound becomes unnatural, select “OFF”. █ DUAL AUDIO Sets the preferred audio channel mode when there are two audio modes received by this system.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 20 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM █ FW UPDATE Refer to “Firmware updates” (~below). █ VERSION Shows the firmware version. Note: Press [OK] again to exit. Preparation Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. (~8, 9) Power on link Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this system that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates are available free of charge. When the TV is switched on, the main unit also switches on automatically.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 21 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Troubleshooting 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. █ Common problems No power • After connecting the AC mains lead, wait about 10 seconds before switching on the main unit. • Disconnect the AC mains lead for 10 seconds before connect again.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 22 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM █ Sound █ Active subwoofer [HTB600] No sound • Cancel muting. (~18) • Check the connections to the other devices. (~8, 9) • Make sure that the received audio signal is compatible with this system. • If the system is connected to the TV with an HDMI cable only, make sure that the HDMI terminal of the TV is labelled “HDMI (ARC)”. If not, connect an optical digital audio cable. (~8) • Check the connections.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 23 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM “U705” • The TV’s HDMI terminal connected to the main unit or the TV’s setting is not compatible with the HDCP 2.2 playback source. – Ensure to connect to the TV’s HDCP 2.2 compatible terminal. – Ensure the TV’s HDMI HDCP setting corresponds to HDCP 2.2. Remote control code When other Panasonic equipment responds to the remote control of this system, change the remote control code for this system.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 24 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Specifications █ General Power supply █ Amplifier section AC 220 V to 240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption Main unit Active subwoofer [HTB600] Power consumption in standby mode (approximate) Main unit [HTB400] When “BT STANDBY” is off When “BT STANDBY” is on [HTB600] When “STANDBY MODE” is off When “STANDBY MODE” is on Active subwoofer [HTB600] 30 W 36 W 0.5 W 2.0 W 0.5 W 2.0 W 0.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 25 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM █ Audio format section █ Speaker section [HTB600] Front speakers (Built-in) Full range 4.5 x 10 cm cone type x 2 Woofer [HTB400] 8 cm cone type x 2 Active subwoofer [HTB600] Woofer 16 cm cone type x 1 LPCM (Max 7.1 ch) Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Atmos® (Dolby Digital Plus) Dolby Atmos® (Dolby TrueHD) DTS® DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 DTS-ES Matrix 6.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 26 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Safety information for customers in the EU and UK English Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Hereby, “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 27 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Bluetooth® (Main unit) [HTB600] 2.4 GHz wireless system (Main unit and active subwoofer) Frekvenčni pas Največja moč (dBm EIRP) 2402 – 2480 MHz [HTB400] 2 dBm [HTB600] 10 dBm 2404 – 2476 MHz 8 dBm Slovensky Vyhlásenie o zhode (DoC) “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” týmto vyhlasuje, že tento výrobok je v súlade so základnými požiadavkami a ďalšími príslušnými ustanoveniami smernice 2014/53/EÚ.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 28 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM Român Declaraţie de Conformitate (DoC) “Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.” declară prin prezenta că acest produs este conform cu cerinţele esenţiale şi alte prevederi relevante ale Directivei 2014/53/UE. Clienţii pot descărca o copie a DoC-ului original al produselor noastre RE de la adressa noastră DoC din Internet: http://www.ptc.panasonic.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 29 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 30 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM For Australia Panasonic Warranty 1. 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 have a manufacturing defect within one (1) year or (12 months) (the “warranty period”) from the date of purchase appearing on your purchase receipt. 2.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 31 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM █ 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.
htb600.400_TQBJ2216-2_en.fm Page 32 Friday, June 3, 2022 11:25 AM [HTB400] [HTB600] Manufactured by: Importer for UK: Authorized Representative in Europe: Panasonic Entertainment & Communication Co., Ltd.
