Panasonic SAHTB10 - HOME THEATER AUDIO SYSTEM, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...ons completely Please keep this manual for future reference The illustrations shown may differ from your unit Included Installation Instructions The installation should never be done by any other than a qualified installation specialist Before commencing work carefully read these installation instructions and the operating instructions to ensure that installation is performed correctly Please keep...

Page 2: ...r eyes never rub the eyes Rinse eyes thoroughly with water and then consult a doctor Warning Risk of fire explosion and burns Do not disassemble heat above 60 oC 140 oF or incinerate The unit should be installed near an accessible AC power outlet with the power cord connected directly to it To completely disconnect power from the unit unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet For USA Californ...

Page 3: ...avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture...

Page 4: ...12 Audio effects 13 The various audio effects 13 Changing the audio effects 13 Linked operations with the TV VIERA LinkTM HDAVI ControlTM 14 Specifications 15 Audio information 15 Troubleshooting 16 Remote control code 17 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR U S A AND PUERTO RICO 18 Product Service 19 Limited Warranty ONLY FOR CANADA 20 Safety Precautions 21 Components 23 Installation procedure 23 Attaching ...

Page 5: ...rder accessories call the dealer from whom you made your purchase Unit care Clean this unit with a soft dry cloth Never use alcohol paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit Before using chemically treated cloth carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth To dispose or transfer this unit If you discard this unit either by disposal or transfer then follow the procedure to return all ...

Page 6: ...icator B Clear mode Dialog indicator C Sound Effect indicator D Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator E Audio format indicator 5 Remote control signal sensor Remote control operation range Distance Within approx 7 m 23 ft Angle Approx 10o up and 30o down 30o left and right 1 AC IN terminal 11 2 Ir SYSTEM terminal Only for use with the optional IR Blaster 8 3 HDMI AV OUT terminal 10 4 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUD...

Page 7: ...eplace a button type battery 1 While pressing the stopper B pull out the battery holder 2 Set the button type battery with its i mark facing upward and then put the battery holder back in place When the button type battery runs down replace it with a new battery part number CR2025 The battery should normally last about 1 year however this depends on how frequently the unit is used Keep the button ...

Page 8: ...Panasonic IR Blaster SH WR10 to relay the signal to the TV The optional Panasonic IR Blaster SH WR10 is only compatible with Panasonic TVs Purchase SH WR10 Accessory IR Blaster at selected dealers or online by visiting our Web Site at http www panasonic com or in Canada http www panasonic ca For details please refer to the operating instructions for the optional Panasonic IR Blaster Do not use the...

Page 9: ...t to 120 N0cm 26 98 lbf ft Repeat the steps above when installing the second wall mount bracket 3 Thread a cord not supplied through each wall mount bracket Make sure to use a cord which is capable of supporting over 20 kg 44 1 lbs A Rear of this unit B Fall prevention cord not supplied 4 After all the necessary connections are finished 10 Place the unit in the desired position and attach each cor...

Page 10: ... unit connect using the optical digital audio cable right Basic connection with an optical digital audio cable compatible TV A HDMI cable not supplied B Optical digital audio cable not supplied When connected to an ARC compatible TV set TV Audio to ARC Off to output the audio signal from the optical digital audio cable 17 TV Audio Connection to a TV HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link HDA...

Page 11: ...y mode approx 0 1 W In the interest of power conservation if you will not be using this unit for a long time unplug it from the household AC outlet The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with the main unit only Do not use it with other equipment Also do not use cords for other equipment with the main unit Connection from an HDMI compatible device AV OUT HDMI AV IN A HDMI cable not supplied E...

Page 12: ...e to output audio or video to the TV A The selected audio source is indicated Green When the TV is the audio source Red When the device connected to the HDMI AV IN terminal is the audio source Press i VOL j to adjust the volume of the speakers Press i SUBWOOFER j to adjust the subwoofer level B The indicators blink from left to right i or from right to left s The indicators will not blink when it ...

Page 13: ... Clear mode Dialog B Sound Effect C Dolby Virtual Speaker VS On The indicator lights Off The indicator blinks 3 While the indicator is lit or blinking press the same button again to change the setting When turning the audio effects on or off there might be a slight pause in the audio This is normal Dolby Virtual Speaker VS is also turned on when Sound Effect is turned on It will remain on even aft...

Page 14: ...vidual manuals for other manufacturers equipment supporting VIERA Link function You can select whether audio output is from this unit or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings Home theater This unit s speakers are active When this unit is in standby mode changing the TV speakers to this unit in the TV menu will automatically turn this unit on and select TV as the source You can control the ...

Page 15: ...fer 8 cm 31 8q Cone typek2 HDMI This unit supports HDAVI Control 5 function HDMI input Input connector Type A 19 pin HDMI AV output Output connector Type A 19 pin Digital Audio Input TV only Optical digital input Optical terminal Sampling frequency 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz Audio Format LPCM Dolby Digital IR Blaster Terminal 1 3 5 mm 1 8q jack 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Mas...

Page 16: ... no longer function properly Check the VIERA Link setting on the connected devices When the HDMI connections are changed after a power failure or after the AC power supply cord has been removed VIERA Link operations may not function properly No power Insert the AC power supply cord securely 11 After turning this unit on if the TV BD DVD indicator or the D DTS indicator blinks and this unit immedia...

Page 17: ...General operation Press and hold INPUT SELECTOR on this unit and BD DVD on the remote control for more than 2 sec When set to Off the ARC function is not available Be sure to connect using the optical digital audio cable 10 Set VIERA Link to On Press and hold INPUT SELECTOR on this unit and SOUND EFFECT on the remote control for more than 2 sec TV Audio Set TV Audio to ARC Off Set TV Audio to ARC ...

Page 18: ... Limits And Exclusions This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or workmanship and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor or failures which result from accidents misuse abuse neglect mishandling misapplication alteration fa...

Page 19: ...ion In the U S A and Puerto Rico refer to Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto Rico above In Canada contact the Panasonic Canada Inc Customer Care Centre at 1 800 561 5505 or visit the website www panasonic ca or an authorized Servicentre closest to you Customer Services Directory United States and Puerto Rico Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance locate your nearest ...

Page 20: ...ULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES In certain instances some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or the exclusion of implied warranties so the above limitations and exclusions may not be applicable WARRANTY SERVICE FOR PRODUCT OPERATION ASSISTANCE please contact Our...

Page 21: ... these instructions Do not install it in any other way Otherwise the unit may drop and become damaged and personal injury may result Do not install at a location other than a vertical wall Otherwise the unit may drop and become damaged and personal injury may result CAUTION Do not install at any locations subject to humidity dust smoke steam or heat or under an air conditioner where water may drip...

Page 22: ...o ensure correct unit performance and prevent trouble do not install at any of the following locations jNear sprinklers or fire smoke detectors jWhere there is a risk of exposure to vibration or impact jNear high voltage wires or dynamic power supplies jNear sources of magnetism heat water vapour or soot jLocations exposed to air blown from heating equipment jWhere droplets of condensation from an...

Page 23: ...llation procedure Never use any other method than specified to install Preparation To prevent damage or scratches lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Do not hold this unit in one hand to avoid injury by dropping this unit when carrying 1 On the rear of the unit Place the wall mount bracket by aligning the holes in the ...

Page 24: ...nit and 100 mm 315 16q on either side of the unit If not it will not be possible to attach the unit to the wall Be sure that there is enough space above the unit and that the screw hole positions are level with each other before drilling into the wall Be sure to use a spirit level to ensure that both screwing positions are horizontal to each other 5 Checking the strength of the installation locati...

Page 25: ... this point 8 Drive 2 screws not supplied into the screwing positions identified in step 4 A At least 30 mm 13 16q B 4 0 mm 5 32q C 7 8 mm to 9 4 mm 5 16q to 13 32q D Wall E 5 0 mm to 6 0 mm 3 16q to 1 4q Take care when fixing this unit to the wall Always ensure that there are no electrical cables or pipes in the wall before hanging this unit Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swa...

Page 26: ...nit B Lock pin supplied C Screw not supplied Be sure to attach both lock pins correctly 11 Attach the cord to a wall with a screw not supplied Keep the screws out of reach of children to prevent swallowing Check the strength of the installation location The position in the wall where the screw is to be attached should be capable of supporting over 20 kg 44 1 lbs If the strength at any of these pos...

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Page 28: ...cate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Caution To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and use only shielded interface cables when connecting...