Thank you for purchasing this product.
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
Included Installation Instructions
The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist. ( 12 to 17)
Before commencing work, carefully read these installation instructions and the operating instructions
to ensure that installation is performed correctly.
(Please keep these instructions. You may need them when maintaining or moving this system.)
Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
EG EB GN
Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB688
SC-HTB498
SC-HTB488
TQBJ2019-2
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Home Theater Audio System Model No. SC-HTB688 SC-HTB498 SC-HTB488 Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Included Installation Instructions The installation work should be done by a qualified installation specialist. ( 12 to 17) Before commencing work, carefully read these installation instructions and the operating instructions to ensure that installation is performed correctly.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions WARNING CAUTION Unit Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as product damage, lighted candles, on this unit. jDo not expose this unit to rain, moisture, ≥...
  • Page 3: Caution For Ac Mains Lead

    Caution for AC Mains The symbols on this product (including the Lead accessories) represent the following: (For the AC mains plug of three pins) Class II equipment (The construction of For your safety, please read the following text the product is double-insulated.) carefully.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ≥ Operations in this operating instructions are described mainly with the remote control, but you can perform the operations on the main unit if the controls are the same. ≥ [HTB688]: indicates features applicable to SC-HTB688 only. [HTB498]: indicates features applicable to SC-HTB498 only.
  • Page 5: Supplied Items

    Supplied items Before use This system ∏ 1 Main unit (speaker) ∏ 1 Active subwoofer ≥ ([HTB688]: SU-HTB688) ≥ ([HTB688]: SB-HWA688) ≥ ([HTB498]: SU-HTB498) ≥ ([HTB498]: SB-HWA488) ≥ ([HTB488]: SU-HTB488) ≥ ([HTB488]: SB-HWA488) Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using this system.
  • Page 6: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide This system (Front) Main unit Active subwoofer 9 10 Standby/on switch (Í/I) SURROUND indicator Press to switch the unit from on to standby Lights when the surround effect is activated mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit HDMI (ARC) indicator is still consuming a small amount of power.
  • Page 7: This System (Rear)

    This system (Rear) Main unit Active subwoofer HDMI (ARC) terminal (ARC compatible) USB port (for service use only) ( 9, 10) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal ( 10) § The I/D SET button is only used when the main unit is not paired with the active subwoofer. ( 24) TQBJ2019...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote control ∫ Before using for the first time Remove the insulation sheet A. SUBWOOFER ∫ To replace a button-type battery Battery type: CR2025 (Lithium battery)      Turn the main unit on or off ( 19) Select the sound mode (...
  • Page 9: Step 1 Connections

    ∫ HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) ≥ Use the ARC compatible High Speed HDMI Cables. Non-HDMI-compliant cables cannot be utilised. ≥ It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. Connection with the TV Verify if the TV’s HDMI terminal is labelled “HDMI (ARC)”.
  • Page 10: Connection To A 4K Ultra Hd Tv

    Not labelled “HDMI (ARC)” OPTICAL OUT HDMI IN A Optical digital audio cable B HDMI cable ≥ When you use the optical digital audio cable, insert the tip correctly into the terminal. Connection to a 4K Ultra HD TV This system cannot pass-through the 4K content 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.
  • Page 11: Ac Mains Lead Connection

    AC mains lead connection ≥ Connect only after all other connections are completed.    A To a household mains socket B AC mains lead ≥This system consumes a small amount of AC power ( 27) even when it is turned off. In the interest of power conservation, if you will not be using this system for a long time, unplug it from the household mains socket.
  • Page 12: Step 2 Placement

    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.
  • Page 13: Selecting The Placement Method

    Selecting the placement method Choose a placement method that suits you best. When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table ≥ Place the main unit on a flat and horizontal surface. Page 14 When attaching the main unit to a wall ≥...
  • Page 14: When Placing The Main Unit In A Rack Or On A Table

    When placing the main unit in a rack or on a table Additionally required accessories (commercially available) ≥Fall prevention cord ........................k 2 ≥Screw eyes (to attach the fall prevention cord)................k 2  ≥ Use commercially available screws that are capable of supporting over 24 kg. ≥...
  • Page 15: When Attaching The Main Unit To A Wall

    When attaching the main unit to a wall 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 24 kg. The screws and other items are not supplied as the type and size will vary with each installation.
  • Page 16 Attach the wall mount brackets to the main unit.    A Wall mount bracket (supplied) B Screw (supplied) Drive a screw into the wall. ≥ Use the measurements indicated below to identify the screwing positions on the wall. ≥...
  • Page 17 Fit the main unit securely onto the screw(s). DO NOT ≥ Move the speaker so ≥ In this position, the that the screw is in speaker will likely fall this position. if moved to the left or right. Secure the cord to the wall. ≥...
  • Page 18: Step 3 Wireless Connections

    Check that the wireless link is activated. device’s Bluetooth menu. ® ≥ The MAC address (e.g., 6C:5A:B5:B3:1D:0F) may be displayed before “SC-HTB688”, “SC-HTB498” or “SC- HTB488” is displayed. ≥ If prompted for the passkey on the Bluetooth device, enter ®...
  • Page 19: Using This System

    Using this system Operations ∫ To adjust the volume of this system ≥ The default setting is underlined. Changed settings will be Press [i VOL j]. kept until it is changed again, unless otherwise indicated. ≥ Volume range: 0 to 100 Preparation The indicators will scroll every time the volume is ≥...
  • Page 20: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations ∫ To select the sound mode Press [SOUND]. ≥ The default setting is underlined. Changed settings will be Sound mode kept until it is changed again, unless otherwise indicated. Best suited for dramas and Dual audio STANDARD comedy shows. Enhance the sound of musical Sets the preferred audio channel mode when there MUSIC...
  • Page 21 This function allows you to connect a paired Bluetooth ® device when the main unit is in standby mode. When other Panasonic devices respond to this Press and hold [OPTICAL] for more system’s remote control, change the remote than 4 sec. to select the mode.
  • Page 22: Hdmi Cec

    “HDMI CEC” Volume adjustment This unit supports “HDMI CEC” (Consumer You can control the volume setting of this system Electronics Control) function. using the volume or mute button on the TV remote See the operating instructions for connected control. equipment for operational details. If the main unit’s speakers are changed to the TV speakers, the main unit’s speakers are muted.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    For some built-in Bluetooth devices, you have to set ® (HDMI CEC), turn on the main unit manually. the audio output to “SC-HTB688”, “SC-HTB498” or “SC-HTB488” manually. Read the operating instructions for the device for details. The remote control does not work properly.
  • Page 24 Sound There is no audio. The power of the main unit turns off No sound (or image). automatically. ≥ Turn muting off. ( 20) (When the main unit detects a problem, a safety ≥ Check the connections to the other devices. measure is activated and the main unit (...
  • Page 25: Indicator Illumination

    Indicator illumination The indicators display the condition of this system by blinking. The indicator patterns illustrated below are displayed during normal operational conditions. They do not refer to the indications of a problem. Indicator Description The indicator blinks for 5 sec. ≥...
  • Page 26: About Bluetooth

    Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license. ≥ The actions below are punishable by law in Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 27: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION GENERAL RMS output power: Dolby Digital Mode Power consumption [HTB688] [HTB688] Front ch (L, R ch) Main unit 30 W 60 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10% THD Active subwoofer 20 W Centre ch (C ch) [HTB498] [HTB488] 60 W per channel (6 ≠), 1 kHz, 10% THD...
  • Page 28 ® Front speakers (Built-in) Version Full range Bluetooth Ver.4.0 ® 4.5 k12 cm (Cone type) k1/ch Class Centre speaker (Built-in) [HTB688] Class 2 Full range Supported profiles 4.5 k12 cm (Cone type) k1 A2DP Active subwoofer Operating frequency Woofer 2402 MHz to 2480 MHz...
  • Page 29 Alemanha Norsk Česky Samsvarserklæring (DoC) “Panasonic Corporation” erklærer at utstyret er i samsvar med de Prohlášení o shodě grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 2014/53/EU. Společnost “Panasonic Corporation” tímto prohlašuje, že tento Kundene kan laste ned en kopi av den originale výrobek je ve shodě...
  • Page 30 Panasonic Testing Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germania Saksamaa Magyar Megfelelőségi Nyilatkozat (DoC) Ezennel a “Panasonic Corporation” kijelenti, hogy a jelen termék Latviski kielégíti a 2014/53/EU irányelv létfontosságú követelményeit és Atbilstības deklarācija (DoC) más vonatkozó rendelkezéseit. Kompānija “Panasonic Corporation” ar šo paziņo, ka šis A vásárlók letölthetik az RE termékek eredeti DoC másolatát a...
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty (Only For Australia)

    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.
  • Page 32 ≥ Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com. ≥ Most major credit and debit cards accepted. ≥ All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic UK. ≥ It couldn’t be simpler! ≥ Also available through our Internet is direct shopping for a wide range of finished products. Take a browse on our website for further details.

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