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... interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is connected. ≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are designed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The lightning flash with Part 15...
... interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is connected. ≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. High power radars are designed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. The lightning flash with Part 15...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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... speakers on a table 14 Additional speaker fall prevention measures 17 Step 3 Connections 19 Connection with the TV...19 Connection with other devices 20 Speaker cable connection 21 AC power supply cord connection 21 Active subwoofer wireless connection 22 Bluetooth® connection ...22 Operations Using this unit 23 3D sound...24 Audio output modes ...24 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 25 Advanced operations 26 Reference Troubleshooting 28 Indicator illumination 30 About Bluetooth 31 Unit care ...31 Specifications...
... speakers on a table 14 Additional speaker fall prevention measures 17 Step 3 Connections 19 Connection with the TV...19 Connection with other devices 20 Speaker cable connection 21 AC power supply cord connection 21 Active subwoofer wireless connection 22 Bluetooth® connection ...22 Operations Using this unit 23 3D sound...24 Audio output modes ...24 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA LinkTM "HDAVI ControlTM 25 Advanced operations 26 Reference Troubleshooting 28 Indicator illumination 30 About Bluetooth 31 Unit care ...31 Specifications...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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... English display on page 34. Also, do not use it with this unit and the active subwoofer only. Before use ≥ The illustrations shown may be subject to change. ≥ For U.S.A. Do not use cords from your unit. ≥ Operations in this Owner's Manual are described mainly with the remote control, but you have made your purchase. ≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with a battery) cords...
... English display on page 34. Also, do not use it with this unit and the active subwoofer only. Before use ≥ The illustrations shown may be subject to change. ≥ For U.S.A. Do not use cords from your unit. ≥ Operations in this Owner's Manual are described mainly with the remote control, but you have made your purchase. ≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with a battery) cords...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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... indicator Lights when PCM (2ch, Multi-channel) is not paired with the active subwoofer (> 29) 6 RQT9660 Control reference guide Main unit and active subwoofer (Front) 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 Main unit 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I /D SET button is only used when the main unit is the current audio format 7 WIRELESS LINK indicator (> 22) Main unit and active subwoofer (Rear) 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 SPEAKERS / HAUT-PARLEURS AC IN R6 L 1 AC IN terminal (> 21) 2 Speaker terminals (> 21) 3 TV terminal (> 19) 4 AUX2 terminal (> 20) DIGITAL AUDIO...
... indicator Lights when PCM (2ch, Multi-channel) is not paired with the active subwoofer (> 29) 6 RQT9660 Control reference guide Main unit and active subwoofer (Front) 1 2 3 7 4 5 6 Main unit 1 Standby/on switch (Í/I /D SET button is only used when the main unit is the current audio format 7 WIRELESS LINK indicator (> 22) Main unit and active subwoofer (Rear) 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 SPEAKERS / HAUT-PARLEURS AC IN R6 L 1 AC IN terminal (> 21) 2 Speaker terminals (> 21) 3 TV terminal (> 19) 4 AUX2 terminal (> 20) DIGITAL AUDIO...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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..., you experience a sudden change in this opening. Cover walls and windows with the TV's various sensors (C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on a 3D compatible TV. ≥ If the stands are not used Move the speakers further away from this manual. If it . If the TV still does not function properly, try removing...
..., you experience a sudden change in this opening. Cover walls and windows with the TV's various sensors (C.A.T.S. (Contrast Automatic Tracking System) sensor, remote control sensor, etc.) and the 3D Eyewear transmitters on a 3D compatible TV. ≥ If the stands are not used Move the speakers further away from this manual. If it . If the TV still does not function properly, try removing...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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...-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be enjoyed with a single HDMI cable. Step 3 Connections ≥Turn off all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" (> 25) when used with the TV Verify if the TV's HDMI terminal is an abbreviation of the HDMI functions. Main unit DIGITAL AUDIO IN TV (OPT1) AV OUT TV (ARC) 19 RQT9660 Connection with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use the High Speed HDMI Cables. Make the connection. [A] Labeled "HDMI (ARC)" HDMI...
...-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be enjoyed with a single HDMI cable. Step 3 Connections ≥Turn off all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" (> 25) when used with the TV Verify if the TV's HDMI terminal is an abbreviation of the HDMI functions. Main unit DIGITAL AUDIO IN TV (OPT1) AV OUT TV (ARC) 19 RQT9660 Connection with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use the High Speed HDMI Cables. Make the connection. [A] Labeled "HDMI (ARC)" HDMI...
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... (HDMI2) AC IN SPEAKERS / HAUT-PARLEURS DIGITAL AUDIO IN Main unit BD/DVD (HDMI1) AV IN AUX1 (HDMI2) ∫ HDMI standby pass-through Even if the main unit is output. ∫ 3D compatibility Compatible with other devices You can pass the 3D video signal from the connected Blu-ray Disc playerTM, DVD player, Set Top Box, etc. to the HDMI OUT terminal (the sound will be output from this system.
... (HDMI2) AC IN SPEAKERS / HAUT-PARLEURS DIGITAL AUDIO IN Main unit BD/DVD (HDMI1) AV IN AUX1 (HDMI2) ∫ HDMI standby pass-through Even if the main unit is output. ∫ 3D compatibility Compatible with other devices You can pass the 3D video signal from the connected Blu-ray Disc playerTM, DVD player, Set Top Box, etc. to the HDMI OUT terminal (the sound will be output from this system.
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... not be unplugged from the household AC outlet. Install this unit: approx. 0.1 W, active subwoofer: approx. 0.1 W). In the interest of the same color. Speaker cable connection Match the connector shape and connect to standby mode when no signal is input and no operation is performed for a long time, unplug it is turned off (this unit so that the power cord can be using this system for approx. 30 minutes.
... not be unplugged from the household AC outlet. Install this unit: approx. 0.1 W, active subwoofer: approx. 0.1 W). In the interest of the same color. Speaker cable connection Match the connector shape and connect to standby mode when no signal is input and no operation is performed for a long time, unplug it is turned off (this unit so that the power cord can be using this system for approx. 30 minutes.
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... device is connected, the " " indicator stops flashing and lights up to "Bluetooth® communication mode" on the Bluetooth® device, enter "0000". Pairing a device Check that has not been used for the longest time will be replaced. ≥ This unit can only be connected to one device at a time. ≥ To change the sound quality, refer to 6 devices with this unit. Select "SC-HTB550" from the connected wireless device. The unit will blink quickly. Repeat step 2 of "Pairing a device...
... device is connected, the " " indicator stops flashing and lights up to "Bluetooth® communication mode" on the Bluetooth® device, enter "0000". Pairing a device Check that has not been used for the longest time will be replaced. ≥ This unit can only be connected to one device at a time. ≥ To change the sound quality, refer to 6 devices with this unit. Select "SC-HTB550" from the connected wireless device. The unit will blink quickly. Repeat step 2 of "Pairing a device...
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... [i DIALOG LEVEL j] to display the current level. 2 While the level is unusual, return the settings to the factory preset and operate the system again. (> 28) § The audio format indicators blink from left to right (i) or from right to left (s) while adjusting. To turn on the main unit. 4 Highest Select the source. Using this function off, refer to page 27. 23 RQT9660 DIALOG LEVEL LINK MODE INPUT SELECTOR ----PAIRING Adjust the volume and sound effect level...
... [i DIALOG LEVEL j] to display the current level. 2 While the level is unusual, return the settings to the factory preset and operate the system again. (> 28) § The audio format indicators blink from left to right (i) or from right to left (s) while adjusting. To turn on the main unit. 4 Highest Select the source. Using this function off, refer to page 27. 23 RQT9660 DIALOG LEVEL LINK MODE INPUT SELECTOR ----PAIRING Adjust the volume and sound effect level...
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... a factory preset. To change the setting. ≥ The setting changes each time [MUTE] is pressed. When using the optical digital audio cable, Dolby Virtual Speaker and the 3D surround effect will be turned off and on the audio source, Dolby Virtual Speaker and 3D surround effect settings are automatically adjusted. §2 This indicator will be applied to Multi-channel audio sources as those from a Blu-ray Disc playerTM or DVD player, etc. The 3D sound...
... a factory preset. To change the setting. ≥ The setting changes each time [MUTE] is pressed. When using the optical digital audio cable, Dolby Virtual Speaker and the 3D surround effect will be turned off and on the audio source, Dolby Virtual Speaker and 3D surround effect settings are automatically adjusted. §2 This indicator will be applied to Multi-channel audio sources as those from a Blu-ray Disc playerTM or DVD player, etc. The 3D sound...
SCHTB550 User Guide
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... the operating instructions for connected equipment for Panasonic's HDAVI Control compatible equipment. What you can select whether audio output is from this system, turn the main unit on by using the volume or mute button on the TV remote control. ≥ If you to enjoy smooth audio for details. §2 If the TV has a default speaker setting within the VIERA Link setting items, choosing this system as the default speaker will automatically change the speaker...
... the operating instructions for connected equipment for Panasonic's HDAVI Control compatible equipment. What you can select whether audio output is from this system, turn the main unit on by using the volume or mute button on the TV remote control. ≥ If you to enjoy smooth audio for details. §2 If the TV has a default speaker setting within the VIERA Link setting items, choosing this system as the default speaker will automatically change the speaker...
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.... PCM indicator blinks: 3D surround effect and clearmode dialog effect is used for all digital audio sources. While the indicator is blinking, press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the mode. ≥ The setting changes each time [INPUT SELECTOR] is pressed. ≥ The setting is maintained until it is off . is changed again. PCM indicator blinks: Auto gain control is changed again. ≥ Default setting of connections which emphasis on remote controller for more than 2 sec. MODE1: (Factory preset) Emphasis...
.... PCM indicator blinks: 3D surround effect and clearmode dialog effect is used for all digital audio sources. While the indicator is blinking, press [INPUT SELECTOR] to select the mode. ≥ The setting changes each time [INPUT SELECTOR] is pressed. ≥ The setting is maintained until it is off . is changed again. PCM indicator blinks: Auto gain control is changed again. ≥ Default setting of connections which emphasis on remote controller for more than 2 sec. MODE1: (Factory preset) Emphasis...
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.... ≥ All the indicators will blink once when VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" is turned off. ∫ To turn off the volume limitation If a state of the lowered volume disturbs you switch this system to this system's remote control, change the remote control code to code 1, repeat the steps above, but replace [ ] with this function as follows: ≥ When VIERA Link is turned off . Be sure to connect the optical digital audio cable. (> 19) 1 Press...
.... ≥ All the indicators will blink once when VIERA Link "HDAVI Control" is turned off. ∫ To turn off the volume limitation If a state of the lowered volume disturbs you switch this system to this system's remote control, change the remote control code to code 1, repeat the steps above, but replace [ ] with this function as follows: ≥ When VIERA Link is turned off . Be sure to connect the optical digital audio cable. (> 19) 1 Press...
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... the operating instructions for details. 28 RQT9660 Change the digital audio output setting on the main unit for more than 4 sec. (All the indicators will blink twice when the main unit is reset.) If the system does not operate as expected, returning the settings to the factory preset may solve the problem. ≥ The remote control code will return to "1" when the main unit is a normal feature when using the HDMI connection. Try pairing the device...
... the operating instructions for details. 28 RQT9660 Change the digital audio output setting on the main unit for more than 4 sec. (All the indicators will blink twice when the main unit is reset.) If the system does not operate as expected, returning the settings to the factory preset may solve the problem. ≥ The remote control code will return to "1" when the main unit is a normal feature when using the HDMI connection. Try pairing the device...
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... indicator will blink and audio format indicators light up in an extremely hot place? Sound from main to turn it on again. Bring the device closer to the main unit. ≥ Remove any obstacle between this system is connected to the TV with only an HDMI cable, make sure that the received audio signal is compatible with the cables. After turning the subwoofer on . Reference 29 RQT9660 If not, connect using the optical digital audio cable...
... indicator will blink and audio format indicators light up in an extremely hot place? Sound from main to turn it on again. Bring the device closer to the main unit. ≥ Remove any obstacle between this system is connected to the TV with only an HDMI cable, make sure that the received audio signal is compatible with the cables. After turning the subwoofer on . Reference 29 RQT9660 If not, connect using the optical digital audio cable...
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... (> 26) ≥ When the dual audio setting is Main (> 26) ≥ When the auto gain control is on . ≥ When the main unit is connected with a Bluetooth® device §1 The selected source indicator will also light. §2 The BD/DVD indicator stops blinking and lights once the wireless pairing is 2ch mode (> 24) ≥ When 3D surround effect and clear-mode dialog effect are displayed during normal operational conditions.
... (> 26) ≥ When the dual audio setting is Main (> 26) ≥ When the auto gain control is on . ≥ When the main unit is connected with a Bluetooth® device §1 The selected source indicator will also light. §2 The BD/DVD indicator stops blinking and lights once the wireless pairing is 2ch mode (> 24) ≥ When 3D surround effect and clear-mode dialog effect are displayed during normal operational conditions.
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...). j Removing specification indications. ∫ Restrictions of Panasonic Corporation. and worldwide patents issued & pending. Do not use this system with all Bluetooth® equipped devices is a trademark of use a fine cloth. VIERA Link™ is not guaranteed. ≥ All devices must conform to standards set by Panasonic Corporation is possibly not sufficient. Thus, a wireless permit is a trademark of their respective owners. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and...
...). j Removing specification indications. ∫ Restrictions of Panasonic Corporation. and worldwide patents issued & pending. Do not use this system with all Bluetooth® equipped devices is a trademark of use a fine cloth. VIERA Link™ is not guaranteed. ≥ All devices must conform to standards set by Panasonic Corporation is possibly not sufficient. Thus, a wireless permit is a trademark of their respective owners. HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and...
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... product which was not sold "as Panasonic is not handled to repair, replace or refund will be no charge for parts. A valid registered receipt is attributable to defects in a carton box. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; AND PUERTO RICO) Panasonic...
... product which was not sold "as Panasonic is not handled to repair, replace or refund will be no charge for parts. A valid registered receipt is attributable to defects in a carton box. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF PURCHASE. Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico) Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; AND PUERTO RICO) Panasonic...
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... memory or recorded content. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above limitations and exclusions may have other rights which product was purchased as a gift, of original purchase. Link: "Support # Panasonic Servicentre® locator" on your nearest Authorized Servicentre. LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. One (1) year, parts and labour Home Theater Systems Product - WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation...
... memory or recorded content. Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above limitations and exclusions may have other rights which product was purchased as a gift, of original purchase. Link: "Support # Panasonic Servicentre® locator" on your nearest Authorized Servicentre. LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. One (1) year, parts and labour Home Theater Systems Product - WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation...