Panasonic SCHTE1 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual
Amplifier Speaker System
SC-HTE1
Model No.
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
If you have any questions, contact:
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico : 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
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Panasonic Consumer Marketing
Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation
of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic Corporation 2012
Printed in China
Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094
Panasonic Home Audio Products Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Coverage Factory Service Center or other Authorized Servicer, or damage that is
attributable to acts of God.
(For USA and Puerto Rico Only)
If your product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES EXCEPT AS LISTED UNDER
workmanship, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America (referred "LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE".
to as "the warrantor") will, for the length of the period indicated on the chart below,
THE WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
which starts with the date of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
(a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with a new or a
refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your purchase price. The decision
PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
to repair, replace or refund will be made by the warrantor.
(As examples, this excludes damages for lost time, travel to and from the
servicer, loss of or damage to media or images, data or other memory or
Product or Part Name Parts Labor
recorded content. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.)
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
Audio Products (except items below) 1 year 1 year
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF
DVD Home Theater System 1 year 1 year
THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
Home Theater Audio System 1 year 1 year
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
SD Memory Cards, Rechargeable Battery 90 days Not
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
Packs (defective exchange) Applicable
the exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or
During the "Labor" warranty period there will be no charge for labor. During the
after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Service Center. If the
"Parts" warranty period, there will be no charge for parts. This Limited Warranty
problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the warrantor's
excludes both parts and labor for non-rechargeable batteries, antennas, and
Consumer Affairs Department at the addresses listed for the warrantor.
cosmetic parts (cabinet). This warranty only applies to products purchased and
serviced in the United States or Puerto Rico. This warranty is extended only to
PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED
the original purchaser of a new product which was not sold "as is".
WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Carry-In or Mail-In Service
Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)
To find a service center please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help or call
1-800-211-PANA (7262).
Obtain Product Information and Operating Assistance; locate your
nearest Dealer or Service Center; purchase Parts and Accessories;
When shipping the unit, carefully pack, include all supplied accessories listed in
or make Customer Service and Literature requests by visiting our
the Owner's Manual, and send it prepaid, adequately insured and packed well in
Web Site at:
a carton box. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our Web Site at
http://www.panasonic.com/help
www.panasonic.com/BatteryHandling as Panasonic is committed to
or, contact us via the web at:
providing the most up to date information. Include a letter detailing the
http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
complaint, a return address and provide a daytime phone number where you
You may also contact us directly at:
can be reached. A valid registered receipt is required under the Limited
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
Warranty.
Monday-Friday 9am-9pm,
Saturday-Sunday 10am-7pm EST
IF REPAIR IS NEEDED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE
PURCHASER WILL BE REQUIRED TO FURNISH A SALES RECEIPT/
For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855
PROOF OF PURCHASE INDICATING DATE OF PURCHASE, AMOUNT
PAID AND PLACE OF PURCHASE. CUSTOMER WILL BE CHARGED
Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)
FOR THE REPAIR OF ANY UNIT RECEIVED WITHOUT SUCH PROOF OF
PURCHASE.
Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic
Products by visiting our Web Site at:
Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions
http://www.pstc.panasonic.com
This warranty ONLY COVERS failures due to defects in materials or Or, send your request by E-mail to:
workmanship, and DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear or cosmetic npcparts@us.panasonic.com
damage. The warranty ALSO DOES NOT COVER damages which occurred in
You may also contact us directly at:
shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by the 1-800-332-5368 (Phone) 1-800-237-9080 (Fax Only)
warrantor, or failures which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect,
(Monday-Friday 9am-9pm EST)
mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, Panasonic National Parts Center
set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper
20421 84th Ave. S., Kent, WA 98032
maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of (We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express)
sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or
other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than a For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY: 1-866-605-1277
The model number and serial number of this product can be found on User memo:
the back of the unit.
DATE OF PURCHASE
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future
DEALER NAME
reference.
DEALER ADDRESS
SC-HTE1
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER TELEPHONE NUMBER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety
instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
1 Read these instructions. 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
2 Keep these instructions. particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
3 Heed all warnings. where they exit from the apparatus.
4 Follow all instructions. 11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
5 Do not use this apparatus near water. manufacturer.
6 Clean only with dry cloth. 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance bracket, or table specified by the
with the manufacturer's instructions. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat When a cart is used, use caution when
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) moving the cart/apparatus combination to
that produce heat. avoid injury from tip-over.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with storms or when unused for long periods of time.
one wider than the other. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING CAUTION
Unit Unit
≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles,
j Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or on this unit.
splashing.
Placement
j Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this
unit.
≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
j Use only the recommended accessories.
j Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet
j Do not remove covers.
or in another confined space. Ensure this unit is well
j Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified
ventilated.
service personnel.
j Do not obstruct this unit's ventilation openings with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
Button-type battery (Lithium battery)
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
≥ Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat
only with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
above 60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or
≥ Insert with poles aligned.
clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water.
≥ Do not touch the terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never
≥ Do not recharge, disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
rub the eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then
≥ Keep out of reach of children.
consult a doctor.
≥ Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and
may cause a fire.
<For USA-California only>
j Remove the battery if you do not intend to use the remote
This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which
control for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
contains Perchlorate Material s special handling may apply.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight
for a long period of time with doors and windows closed.
VQT4G64
F0312KA0
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
measures:
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
receiver.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV intended to alert the user to the presence of important
technician for help. operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow
the attached installation instructions and use only
shielded interface cables when connecting to
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Caution
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
≥ The amplifier and supplied speakers are to be used only
and
as indicated in these instructions. Failure to do so may
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
lead to damage to the amplifier and/or the speakers, and
including interference that may cause undesired
may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service
operation.
person if damage has occurred or if you experience a
sudden change in performance.
Responsible Party:
≥ Do not attempt to attach these speakers to a wall using
Panasonic Corporation of North America
methods other than those described in this manual.
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact:
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North
America
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-PANA (7262)
®
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic
has determined that this product meets the
®
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
As of January 2012
-If you see this symbol-
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
Supplied items
System (SC-HTE1)
∏ 1 Amplifier (main unit)
(SU-HTE1)
Accessories
Check the supplied accessories before using the unit.
∏ 1 Remote control
(with a battery)
(RAK-SC990WK)
∏ 12 Cushion feet
(RKA0248-K)
≥ Product numbers are correct as of March 2012. These may be subject to change.
≥ To order accessories, refer to "Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico)" in "Limited Warranty
(ONLY FOR U.S.A. AND PUERTO RICO)".
≥ The supplied AC power supply cord is for use with the amplifier. Do not use it with other equipment. Also, do
not use cords for other equipment with the amplifier.
≥ Properly dispose of the packaging materials after taking out the products.
≥ Keep the small parts out of reach of children.
≥ The illustrations shown may differ from the actual unit.
Unit care
≥ Unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet, and clean the unit with a soft, dry cloth.
≥ When dirt is heavy, wring a cloth moistened in water tightly to wipe the dirt, and then wipe it with a dry cloth.
≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean the unit.
≥ Before using a chemically-treated cloth, carefully read the instructions that came with the cloth.
Specifications
∫ AMPLIFIER SECTION
CAUTION
<SU-HTE1P-K>
RMS output power
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
FTC output power
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
Total FTC power
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED Audio in
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Terminal
Sensitivity
Vertical Setting
Dimensions (W k H k D) (Main Set)
Mass (Weight) (Main Set)
Horizontal Setting
Dimensions (W k H k D) (Main Set)
Mass (Weight) (Main Set)
∫ SPEAKER SECTION
<SB-HTE1P-K>
Type
Full range
Impedance
Vertical Setting
Dimensions (W k H k D) (With stand)
Mass (Weight)
Horizontal Setting
Dimensions (W k H k D)
Mass (Weight)
Wall mount
Dimensions (W k H k D)
Mass (Weight)
∫ GENERAL
Power supply
Power consumption
Standby Power consumption
Power off and Auto off
Operating temperature range
Operating humidity range
≥ Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Control reference guide
Amplifier
∏ 2 Speakers
(SB-HTE1)
2
∏ 1 AC power supply cord ∏ 1 Stereo cable
(K2CB2CB00021) (RJL2S005B20)
1
∏ 1 Plug adaptor
(RJL2P011X30)
Remote control
1
2
3
1 Power button (Í)
2 Volume buttons
3 Mute button
Troubleshooting guide
40 W
Lch 20 W (6 ≠, 1 kHz, 10 % THD)
Rch 20 W (6 ≠, 1 kHz, 10 % THD)
Before requesting service, please perform the following checks.
15 W per channel 6 ≠, 20 Hzs16 kHz, 10 % THD
If the problem remains unresolved, consult your dealer for instructions.
30 W
Stereo, 3.5 mm ( / q) jack
‰ 1 No power
8
450 mV/47 k≠ ≥ Insert the AC power supply cord securely.
The remote control does not work properly.
59 mm k 187 mm k 200 mm (2 / q k 7 / q k 7 /
11 3 7 q)
32 8 8
≥ The battery is depleted. Replace it with a new one. (
Approx. 0.93 kg (2.1 lbs)
≥ It is possible that the insulation sheet has not been removed. Remove the insulation sheet.
(
187 mm k 61 mm k 200 mm (7 3 / q k 2 13 / q k 7 7 / q)
8 32 8
≥ It may be necessary to set the code of the remote control again after changing the battery in
Approx. 0.93 kg (2.1 lbs)
the remote control. (See "Remote control code" in "Other operations".)
≥ Use the remote control within the correct operation range. (
No sound.
≥ Turn on the TV and the unit.
1 WAY 1 SPEAKER Bass-ref.
≥ Check the connections. (
6.5 cm (2 1 / q) CONE TYPE
2
≥ Turn off mute on the unit. (See "To mute the sound" in "Other operations".)
6 ≠
≥ Raise the volume of the unit.*
109 mm k 341 mm k 110 mm (4 5 / q k 13 7 / q k 4 11 / q)
16 16 32 Sound is output from only one speaker.
Approx. 0.82 kg (1.8 lbs)
≥ If you are using a monaural TV, use a commercially available mono-to-stereo adaptor
(monaural mini plug ⇒ stereo mini plug ). Identical sound will be output from both speakers.
235 mm k 77 mm k 86 mm (9 9 / q k 3 1 / q k 3 13 / q)
32 16 32
Approx. 0.64 kg (1.4 lbs) Low volume.
≥ Check the connections. (
74 mm k 235 mm k 83 mm (2 15 / q k 9 9 / q k 3 9 / q) ≥ Raise the volume of the unit.*
16 32 32
Approx. 0.64 kg (1.4 lbs)
Distorted sound/Noise is heard/Sound is interrupted.
≥ Check the connections. (
Irregular coloring occurs on the TV.
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
≥ Move the speakers away from the TV. Irregular coloring may be caused by the way you place
10 W
the unit. In that case, turn off the TV, and then turn it on 15 to 30 minutes later. The self-
demagnitization function of the TV reduces irregular coloring. If the problem persists, move
Approx. 0.1 W
the speakers further away from the TV.
0 o C to 40 o C (i32 F to i104 F)
o o
20 %s80 % RH (no condensation)
The power indicator keeps blinking and no sound is output.
≥ Turn off the unit, pull out the AC power supply cord, and then consult your dealer for
instructions.
* If you have connected the stereo cable to the headphone jack of your TV, raise the volume of the TV.
1 Power button (Í/I)
≥ 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.
2 Volume buttons
≥ Volume range: 0 (mute) to 50
≥ When the volume reaches its maximum (50) or minimum (0),
the unit beeps.
3 Power indicator (red light)
5
≥ Lights when the unit is activated. The red light dims out after
the unit automatically switches to standby mode. (See
"Automatic standby function" in "3 Using this unit".)
4
4 Volume indicator (green light)
≥ Blinks fast when the volume is adjusted.
3
≥ Blinks slow while muted. (See "To mute the sound" in "Other
operations".)
≥ Lights for 10 seconds after you change the remote control code.
(See "Remote control code" in "Other operations".)
5 Remote control signal sensor
≥ Remote control operation range
Distance: Within approx. 7 m (23 ft.) directly in front.
Angle: Approx. 30e left and right
Remove the insulation sheet before using.
∫ To replace a button-type battery
VOLUME
1 While pressing the stopper, pull out the battery holder.
Stopper
2 Set the button-type battery with its (i) mark facing
upward and then put the battery holder back in place.
≥ When replacing the battery, use: CR2025 (Lithium battery)
≥ Keep the button-type battery out of reach of children to prevent
swallowing.
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