SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 1 Monday, March 12, 2012 12:32 PM Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB550 Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Please keep this manual for future reference. Model number suffix “EB” denotes UK models.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 2 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Safety precautions Table of contents WARNING Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, jDo not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. jDo not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. jUse only the recommended accessories. jDo not remove covers. jDo not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 3 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM (For the United Kingdom and Ireland) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. 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. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 4 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Table of contents Safety precautions............................................................................................. 2 Caution for AC Mains Lead............................................................................... 3 Before use Supplied items ................................................................................................... 5 System (SC-HTB550) .....................................................
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 5 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Before use ≥ The illustrations shown may differ from your unit. ≥ These operation instructions are applicable to model SC-HTB550 for variety of regions. Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these Operating Instructions are of the model for the United Kingdom and Ireland.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 6 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Control reference guide Main unit and active subwoofer (Front) 1 2 3 7 5 4 Main unit Standby/on switch (Í/I) 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.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 7 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Remote control Remove the insulation sheet A before using. 3 1 2 4 DIALOG LEVEL 5 6 INPUT LINK MODE SELECTOR ∫ To replace a button-type battery 1 While pressing the stopper B, pull out the battery holder.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 8 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Step 1 Selecting the placement method Getting started ≥Choose a placement method that suits you best.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 9 Monday, March 12, 2012 12:32 PM 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 these speakers to a wall using methods other than those described in this manual.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 10 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Step 2 Assembling the speakers When attaching the speakers to a wall Place the speakers horizontally ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏ 4 Screws ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17. ≥To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers. ≥ The two speakers are interchangeable.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 11 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Use the “Panasonic” logo to identify the left and right speakers, then connect the cables (as illustrated). White Red Push Getting started 1 Insert the wire fully. r: White s: Blue line 2 Press into the groove. A RED: Right speaker channel (R) B WHITE: Left speaker channel (L) ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. Drive a screw into the wall.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 12 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Fit the speaker securely onto the screw(s). DO DO NOT ≥ Move the speaker so that the screw is in this position. ≥ In this position, the speaker will likely fall if moved to the left or right. Place the speakers vertically ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 2 Front ornaments ∏ 4 Screws ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 13 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Connect the speaker cables. ≥ 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 a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. ≥ Leave at least 20 mm of space above and on each side of the speaker to allow enough space for fitting the speaker.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 14 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using the stands ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 2 Stands ∏ 6 Screws ∏ 1 Speaker joint ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17. ≥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 horizontally” (> 10).
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 15 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Place the speakers using the support legs and speaker feet ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 1 Speaker joint ∏ 6 Screws ∏ 2 Support legs ∏ 2 Speaker feet ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17. ≥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 horizontally” (> 10).
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 16 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Place the speakers using the speaker bases ∏ 2 Speakers ∏ 2 Speaker cables (L): WHITE (R): RED ∏ 2 Front ornaments ∏ 6 Screws ∏ 2 Bases ≥For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 17. ≥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” (> 12). Insert the speaker cable through the base.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 17 Monday, March 12, 2012 12:32 PM Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. Back of the base Insert the wire fully. r: White s: Blue line Push Press into the groove. ≥ Place the speaker that is connected with the speaker cable with a red connector on the observers’ right, and connect with the speaker cable with a white connector on the observers’ left.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 18 Monday, March 12, 2012 12:32 PM When placing the speakers on a table Horizontal placement Vertical placement A Cord§ B Screw eye C Wall D Approx. 150 mm ≥ Depending on the placement of the speakers, the screwing position of the screw eye may differ. § If the cord cannot be threaded through the holes, try bending the cord in 2 locations, about 10 mm apart from the tip, at an angle of 45o (as illustrated above).
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 19 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Step 3 Connections ≥Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate operating instructions. Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” (> 25) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use the High Speed HDMI Cables. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 20 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Connection with other devices You can direct the audio signal from the connected Blu-ray DiscTM player, DVD player, Set Top Box, etc. to this system. When the device has an HDMI terminal Preparation ≥Connect the main unit to the TV (> 19). A HDMI cable e.g., Blu-ray DiscTM player e.g.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 21 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Speaker cable connection Match the connector shape and connect to the terminals of the same colour. A RED Right speaker channel (R) SPEAKERS R 6 B WHITE Left speaker channel (L) L Main unit SPEAKERS DIGITAL AUDIO IN AC IN R 6 L AC mains lead connection ≥ Connect only after all other connections are complete.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 22 Monday, March 12, 2012 Active subwoofer wireless connection Preparation ≥ Turn on the main unit. Press [BÍ CI]. 12:32 PM Bluetooth® connection With the Bluetooth® connection you can output the audio from the connected wireless device. Preparation ≥ Turn on the Bluetooth® feature of the device and place the device near this unit. Pairing a device Press [ , j PAIRING]. ≥ “ ” indicator will blink quickly.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 23 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Using this unit 6:17 PM Operations Preparation ≥ Turn on the TV and/or connected device. Adjust the volume and sound effect level. ∫ To adjust the volume of the system Press [i VOL j]. ≥ Volume range: 1 to 100§ ∫ To adjust the dialog effect level DIALOG LEVEL LINK MODE INPUT SELECTOR ----PAIRING This setting will change the level of the Clearmode dialog effect. (> 24) 1 Press [i DIALOG LEVEL j] to display the current level.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 24 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 3D sound 6:17 PM Audio output modes This system provides a feeling that the sound and the image are as one. The 3D sound effect will be applied to Multi-channel audio sources as a factory preset. e.g., Image of 3D sound field As a factory preset, Dolby Virtual Speaker and the 3D surround effects will be applied to Multi-channel audio sources, such as those from a Blu-ray DiscTM player or DVD player, etc.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 25 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link “HDAVI ControlTM”) What is VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”? Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. (> 19, 20) Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). For the optimal “HDAVI Control” operations change the following settings on the connected TV§1. ≥ Set the default speaker settings to this system.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 26 Monday, March 12, 2012 Advanced operations Changing the dual audio Change the dual audio from main to secondary. Confirm the digital audio output setting on the connected TV or player, etc. is set to “Bitstream”. Press and hold [TV] for more than 2 sec. While the indicator of the current setting is blinking, press [TV] to change the setting.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 27 Monday, March 12, 2012 Auto standby function With this function turned on, this unit can be set to automatically switch to standby mode if there is no signal input and no operation is performed for 2 hours. Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR] on the main unit for more than 2 sec.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 28 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Troubleshooting 6:17 PM Reference 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, consult your dealer for instructions. To return to the factory preset. While the main unit is on, press [Í/I] on the main unit for more than 4 sec. (All the indicators will blink twice when the main unit is reset.
Page 29 Monday, March 12, 2012 Sound from the device is uneven. ≥ The device is out of the 10 m communication range. Bring the device closer to the main unit. ≥ Remove any obstacle between the main unit and the device. ≥ Switch off any wireless LAN device. ≥ Select “MODE1” for stable communication. (> 26) Sound No sound (or image). ≥ Turn muting off. (> 23) ≥ Check the connections to the other devices. (> 19, 20) ≥ Make sure that the received audio signal is compatible with this system.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 30 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM 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. Refer to “Troubleshooting” (> 28) if the indicators do not light up as illustrated below. Indicator Description 1 The indicators blink simultaneously.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 31 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Specifications RMS output power 10 % total harmonic distortion Subwoofer ch 120 W per channel (100 Hz, 8 ≠) Front ch (L, R ch) 60 W per channel (1 kHz, 6 ≠) Total RMS Dolby Digital mode power 240 W WIRELESS SECTION Wireless module Frequency Range 5.180 GHz to 5.240 GHz Number of channels 4 Restriction of use For indoor use only TERMINAL SECTION HDAVI Control This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 32 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 About Bluetooth® Bluetooth® SECTION Bluetooth® system specification V2.1 + EDR Wireless equipment classification Class 2 (2.5 mW) Supported profiles A2DP, AVRCP Frequency band 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz (Adaptive Frequency Hopping) Operating distance 10 m Line of Sight 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice. 2 Weight and dimensions are approximate. 3 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 33 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Safety information for customers in the EU 1177 Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Customers can download a copy of the original DoC to our R&TTE products from our DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 34 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Norsk Samsvarserklæring (DoC) Român Declaraţie de Conformitate (DoC) “Panasonic Corporation” erklærer at utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Kundene kan laste ned en kopi av den originale samsvarserklæringen (DoC) for vårt R&TTE utstyr fra vår DoC server: http://www.doc.panasonic.
SC-HTB550_RQT9660_mst.book Page 35 Wednesday, February 1, 2012 6:17 PM Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
SC-HTB550_RQT9666-1B_mst.book Page 36 Monday, March 12, 2012 12:32 PM \For\the\United\Kingdom\and\Ireland\customers\ Sales and Support Information Customer Communications Centre ≥ For customers within the UK: 0844 844 3899 ≥ For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333 ≥ For further support on your product, please visit our website: www.panasonic.co.
