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
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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.
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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
A
Standby/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.
B
Adjust the volume level
C
Select the input source
On the main unit:
To start Bluetooth
®
pairing, press and hold
[–
PAIRING].
D
Indicator A
The indicator lights up or blinks in various colours
depending on the operations performed.
E
Indicator B
The indicator lights up or blinks in various colours
depending on the operations performed.
F
Remote 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
G
WIRELESS LINK indicator
H
Select the sound mode
I
Mute the sound
Dim the indicators
J
Select the subwoofer setting
K
USB 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.
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Pairing a device
1
Press and hold [
–PAIRING] until Indicator A
blinks fast in blue.
2
Select “SC-HTB490” from the Bluetooth
®
menu of
the device.
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Connecting a paired device
1
Press [
–PAIRING].
2
Select “SC-HTB490” from the Bluetooth
®
menu of
the device.
3
Start 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.
1
Press [
`
] to switch on the system.
2
Select 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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