Panasonic SC-HTB490 Technical specifications

Panasonic Corporation
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com
© Panasonic Corporation 2021
GN
TQBJ2331
L1220CH1021
Manufactured by:
Authorized Representative in
Europe:
Panasonic Corporation
Kadoma, Osaka, Japan
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH
Panasonic Testing Centre
Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
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Basic Operating Instructions
Home Theater Audio System
Model No. SC-HTB490
“EB” indicates the United Kingdom model.
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Your system and the illustrations can look differently.
This manual contains basic information. Visit website below for detailed
instructions.
https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/audio/oi/sc_htb490/
Safety precautions
WARNING
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.
• To prevent injury, this unit must be securely attached to
the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.
AC mains lead
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to
the voltage printed on this unit.
– Insert the mains plug fully into the socket outlet.
– Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
– Do not handle the plug with wet hands.
– Hold onto the mains plug body when disconnecting the
plug.
– Do not use a damaged mains plug or socket outlet.
Small objects
• Keep the screws and insulation sheet (battery) out of
reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
• Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 60°C or incinerate.
CAUTION
Unit
• To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product
damage,
– Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in
cabinet or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is
well ventilated.
– Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
– Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted
candles, on this unit.
• This unit is intended for use in moderate climates.
• This unit may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference occurs, please
increase separation between this unit and the mobile
telephone.
• Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct
sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, and excessive
vibration.
• This system might get warm after prolonged usage. This
is normal. Do not be alarmed.
AC mains lead
• The mains plug is the disconnecting device. Install this
unit so that the mains plug can be unplugged from the
socket outlet immediately.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
• When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
• Do not heat or expose to flame.
• Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct
sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows
closed.
• Insert with poles aligned.
• Remove the battery if you do not use the remote control
for a long period of time. Keep in a cool, dark area.
The symbols on this product (including the accessories)
represent the following:
WARNING
DO NOT INGEST BATTERY,
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
This remote control contains a coin/button cell battery. If
the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause
severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to
death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the
battery compartment does not close securely, stop using
the remote control and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
AC
Class II equipment (The construction of the product
is double-insulated.)
ON
Standby
Caution for AC mains lead
(For the AC mains plug of three pins)
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 5-ampere and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body
of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure
that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local
dealer.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC
mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug
fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Sales and Support Information
For the United Kingdom and Ireland
Customer Communications Centre
• For customers within the UK: 0344 844 3899
• For customers within Ireland: 01 289 8333
• Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
(Excluding public holidays).
• For further support on your product, please visit our
website: www.panasonic.co.uk
Direct Sales at Panasonic UK
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product
with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer
Communications Centre
Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
(Excluding public holidays).
• 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.
Licenses
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Hereby, “Panasonic Corporation” 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.eu
Contact to Authorised Representative:
Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH, Panasonic Testing
Centre, Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany
Supplied items
Product numbers correct as of December 2020. These may
be subject to change.
Preparing the remote control
Before using for the first time
Remove the insulation sheet.
Replacing the battery
Replace with a new battery (CR2025 lithium battery).
Insert a new battery with the (+) side facing up.
Figure A Figure B
Figure A Figure B
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia
Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the
United States and other countries.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured
under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, Digital Surround, and
the DTS logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of
DTS, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
© 2020 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Fuse cover
Fuse (5 ampere)
Fuse (5 ampere)
Type of wireless Frequency band Maximum power
(dBm E.I.R.P.)
Bluetooth®
(Main unit) 2402 – 2480 MHz 10 dBm
2.4 GHz wireless
system
(Main unit and
active subwoofer)
2404 – 2476 MHz 10 dBm
1 Main unit (speaker)
(SU-HTB490)
1 Active subwoofer
(SB-HWA490)
2 AC mains lead
1.5 m : For main unit
1.2 m : For active subwoofer
1.5 m (TSXA216)
1.2 m (TSXA217)
1 Remote control (with a
battery)
(N2QAYC000134)
1 Wall mount bracket
(left)
(TEKL057)
1 Wall mount bracket
(right)
(TEKL058)
2 Screws (for wall mount
bracket)
(XYN5+J14FJK)

2 Stands
(TYL0568)

2 Screws (for stands)
(THEC445Z)
Caution
Avoid the use in the following conditions
• High or low extreme temperatures during use, storage
or transportation.
• Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type.
• Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or
mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery,
that can result in an explosion.
• Extremely high temperature and/or extremely low air
pressure that can result in an explosion
or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
Insulation
sheet
EB
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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.
Connecting the TV
█ Connect an ARC compatible TV
Connect to the ARC compatible terminal of the TV with an
ARC compatible high speed HDMI cable.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
ARC is an HDMI function that lets you enjoy both sound and
TV pictures with one HDMI cable, the optical digital audio
cable that is usually required in order to listen to sound from
a TV is no longer required.
█ Connect a non-ARC compatible TV
When connecting the optical digital audio cable, observe the
orientation and insert the tip correctly into the terminal.
Connecting the AC mains lead
Note:
The active subwoofer is in the standby condition when the AC mains lead is connected. The primary circuit is always “live” as long as
the AC mains lead is connected to an electrical outlet.
Overview of controls
AStandby/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.
BAdjust the volume level
CSelect the input source
On the main unit:
To start Bluetooth®pairing, press and hold
[– PAIRING].
DIndicator A
The indicator lights up or blinks in various colours
depending on the operations performed.
EIndicator B
The indicator lights up or blinks in various colours
depending on the operations performed.
FRemote control sensor
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor,
away from obstacles and within the operation range.
Distance: Within approximately 7 m
Angle: Approximately 20° up and down, 30° left and right
GWIRELESS LINK indicator
HSelect the sound mode
IMute the sound
Dim the indicators
JSelect the subwoofer setting
KUSB and Bluetooth®playback control
HDMI IN
(ARC)
TV
HDMI cable
TV
OPTICAL OUT
Optical digital
audio cable
AC mains lead -1.5 m
To household
mains socket
AC mains lead -1.2 m
MUSIC TV
MUTE
CINEMA
STANDARD
SOUND MODE INPUT
SUBWOOFER
PAIRING
SPORTS
NEWS
DIMMER
USB
TV Bluetooth
®
USB
Play Press [4/9].
Pause Press [4/9].
Press again to continue playback.
Skip Press [2] or [6].
Bluetooth
®
Preparation
Switch on the Bluetooth®feature of the device and put the
device near the system.
█ Pairing a device
1Press and hold [ –PAIRING] until Indicator A
blinks fast in blue.
2Select “SC-HTB490” from the Bluetooth®menu of
the device.
█ Connecting a paired device
1Press [ –PAIRING].
2Select “SC-HTB490” from the Bluetooth®menu of
the device.
3Start playback on the device.
Note:
When sound interruption occurs during use with a wireless TV:
–Change the TV to use the 5 GHz wireless range, or
–Adjust the main unit to a position with the least interference,
such as put it in front of the TV instead of below the TV.
Connecting a USB device
Basic control
Preparation
Switch on the TV and/or connected device.
1Press [`] to switch on the system.
2Select the input source.
TV: Press [TV].
Bluetooth®: Press [ –PAIRING].
USB: Press and hold [–USB].
Alternatively, press [INPUT] on the main unit to select
the source.
Troubleshooting
Before requesting service, refer to troubleshooting in
“Operating Instructions (PDF format)”. If the problem
remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions.
USB device
(not supplied)
Source Indicator A
TV lights up in white.
Bluetooth®lights up in blue.
USB lights up in green.
For the United Kingdom and Ireland
These symbols indicate separate collection of
waste electrical and electronic equipment or
waste batteries.
More detailed information is contained in
“Operating Instructions (PDF format)”.
For Australia and New Zealand
Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
Only for European Union and countries with
recycle systems
These symbols are only valid in the European
Union and countries with recycling systems.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
TV Bluetooth
®
USB
For Australia
Panasonic Australia Pty. Limited
ACN 001 592 187 ABN 83 001 592 187
1 Innovation Road, Macquarie Park NSW 2113
www.panasonic.com.au
PRO-031-F11 Issue: 5.0 23-01-2018
If you require assistance regarding warranty conditions or any other enquiries, please visit the
Panasonic Australia website www.panasonic.com.au or contact by phone on 132 600
If phoning in, please ensure you have your operating instructions available.
THIS WARRANTY CARD AND THE PURCHASE DOCKET (OR SIMILAR PROOF OF PURCHASE)
SHOULD BE RETAINED BY THE CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES
Panasonic Authorised Service Centres are located in major metropolitan areas and most regional centres of Australia,
however, coverage will vary dependant on product. For advice on exact Authorised Service Centre locations for your product,
please telephone our Customer Care Centre on 132 600 or visit our website and use the Service Centre Locator.
In addition to your rights under this warranty, Panasonic products come with consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded
under the Australian Consumer Law. If there is a major failure with the product, you can reject the product and elect to have
a refund or to have the product replaced or if you wish you may elect to keep the goods and be compensated for the drop in
value of the goods. You are also entitled to have the product repaired or replaced if the product fails to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must notify us within a reasonable
period by contacting the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic
may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of time from receiving notice from you.
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.
This warranty only applies to Panasonic products purchased in Australia and sold by Panasonic Australia, it’s Authorised
Distributors, or Dealers, and only where the products are used and serviced within Australia or its territories. Warranty cover
only applies to the services that are carried out by a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre and only if valid proof of purchase
is presented when the warranty service is requested.
This warranty only applies if the product has been installed and/or used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations (as noted in the operating instructions) under normal use and reasonable care (in the opinion of
Panasonic). The warranty does not cover damage, malfunction or failure resulting from use of incorrect voltages, incorrect
installation, accident, misuse, neglect, build-up of dirt or dust, abuse, maladjustment of customer controls, mains supply
problems, thunderstorm activity, infestation by insects or vermin, tampering or repair by unauthorised persons (including
unauthorised alterations), exposure to abnormally corrosive conditions, or any foreign object or matter having entered the
product.
This warranty does not cover the following items unless the fault or defect existed at the time of purchase:
(a) Consumable parts
(b) Cosmetic parts
(c) Worn or damaged parts
(d) Information stored on Hard Disk Drives, Optical Discs, USB Devices, SD Cards, Tapes
(e) DTV reception issues caused by TV Aerial / Cabling / Wall socket(s)
Some products may be supplied with Ethernet connection hardware. The warranty is limited on such products and will not
cover:
(a) Internet and or DLNA connection / setup related problems
(b) Access fees and or charges incurred for internet connection
(c) Incompatible software or software not specifically stipulated in the product operations manual; and
(d) Any indirect or consequential costs associated with the incorrect use or misuse of the hardware, its connection to the
internet or any other device.
To claim warranty service, when required, you should:
• Contact Panasonic’s Customer Care Centre on 132 600 for Service Centre information.
• Confirm the opening and acceptance times with the Authorised Service Centre that you choose.
• Then send or take the product to a Panasonic Authorised Service Centre together with your proof of purchase receipt.
• Any freight and insurance costs associated with the transport of the product to and/or from your nearest Authorised Service
Centre must be arranged and paid for by you.
The warranties hereby conferred do not extend to, and exclude, any costs associated with the installation, de-installation or
re-installation of a product, including costs related to the mounting, de-mounting or remounting of any screen, (and any other
ancillary activities), delivery, handling, freighting, transportation or insurance of the product or any part thereof or
replacement of and do not extend to, and exclude, any damage or loss occurring by reason of, during, associated with, or
related to such installation, de-installation, re-installation or transit.
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