Panasonic SC-HTB15 owner manual Linked operations with the TV, Viera LinkTM Hdavi ControlTM

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Linked operations with the TV

(VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM”)

What is VIERA Link “HDAVI

Control”?

VIERA LinkTM is a new name for EZ SyncTM.

VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this system, and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) under “HDAVI Control”.

You can use this function by connecting the equipment with an HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details.

Preparation

1Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. (> 18 to 20)

2Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV).

3For the optimal “HDAVI Control” operations change the following settings on the connected TV§1.

≥Set the default speaker settings to this system.§2

≥Set the speaker selection settings to this

system.

4Turn on all “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment and select the TV’s input for this

system so that the “HDAVI Control” function works properly.

5If a device is connected to the HDMI IN

terminal, start play to check that the picture is displayed on the TV correctly.

When the connection or settings are changed, repeat this procedure.

§1 The availability and function of the settings may vary depending on the TV. Refer to the operating instructions for the TV for details.

§2 If the TV has a default speaker setting within the VIERA Link setting items, choosing this system as the default speaker will automatically change the speaker selection to this system.

≥VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, based on the control functions provided by HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that we have developed and added. As such, its operation with other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC cannot be guaranteed.

≥This unit supports “HDAVI Control 5” function.

“HDAVI Control 5” is the newest standard (current as of December, 2010) for Panasonic’s HDAVI Control compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with Panasonic’s conventional HDAVI equipment.

≥Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’

24 equipment supporting VIERA Link function.

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What you can do with VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”

To make sure that the audio is output from this system, select home theater speaker from the speaker menu of VIERA Link menu using the TV’s remote control to turn this system on. The availability and function of the settings may vary depending on the TV. Refer to the operating instructions for the TV for details.

∫Speaker control

You can select whether audio output is from this system or the TV speakers by using the TV menu settings.

Home theater

This system is active.

≥When this system is in standby mode, changing the TV speakers to this system in the VIERA Link menu will automatically turn this system on and select TV as the source.

≥You can control the volume setting of this system using the volume or mute button on the TV remote control.

≥If you turn off this system, TV speakers will be automatically activated.

≥Audio will automatically be output from this system if the TV is compatible to VIERA Link “HDAVI Control 4” or later.

TV

TV speakers are active.

≥The volume of this system is set to its minimum.

∫Automatic input switching

When the following operations are performed, this system will automatically change the input to the corresponding source.

jWhen play starts on an HDMI connected device.§3

jWhen the TV input or the TV channel is changed.

§3 If the speaker output setting on the TV is set to this system, the TV and this system turn on automatically (Power on link).

∫Power off link

When the TV is turned off, this system also turns off automatically.

∫Automatic lip-sync function

(for HDAVI Control 3 or later)

Delay between audio and video is automatically adjusted by adding time-lag to the audio output, enabling you to enjoy smooth audio for the picture.

The delay information is automatically set if the TV is compatible to VIERA Link “HDAVI Control 3” or later and the VIERA Link is set to on.

When the delay information cannot be retrieved, the audio delay is set to 40 ms.

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Contents Home Theater Audio System Button-type battery Lithium battery PlacementUnit Following Applies only in the U.S.A FCC NoteTable of Contents Accessories Clean the system with a soft, dry clothUnit care Standby/on switch Power Í/I Control reference guideActive subwoofer Remote control To replace a button-type batterySelecting the placement method Place the speakers using Stands Speaker feet Base standsWhen placing the speakers on a wall When placing the speakers in front of the TVWhen carrying the active subwoofer Speaker systemWhen placing the speakers on a wall Assembling the speakersPlace the speakers horizontally Use screws a to secure the speakers to the speaker jointConnect the speaker cables Drive a screw not supplied into the wallFit the speaker securely onto the screws with the holes Do notPlace the speakers vertically Fit the speakers securely onto the screws with the holes∏ 1 Speaker L ∏ 1 Speaker R When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers using the standsSpeaker joint Stands Screws a Large Place the speakers using the speaker feet Speaker L Speaker R Speaker cablesRED Speaker joint Screws a Speaker feet Large Speaker foot a supplied Speaker foot B suppliedPlace the speakers using the base stands Insert the speaker cable through the baseAttach the speaker to the base Bases Screws B SmallWhen placing the speakers on a wall Horizontal placement Vertical placementSpeaker fall prevention measures Cord not supplied Wall Screw eye not suppliedWhen placing the speakers on a table Horizontal placement Vertical placement  Connections Basic connectionLabeled Hdmi ARC Verify if the TV’s Hdmi terminal is labeled Hdmi ARCNot labeled Hdmi ARC Active subwooferOptical digital audio cable not supplied Connection with Hdmi compatible devices PreparationHdmi standby pass-through Blu-ray Disc PlayerAC power supply cord connection Speaker cable connectionConnect to the terminals of the same color   REDUsing this unit Press i VOL j to adjust the volume of the speakersAudio format indicator Press MuteTo change the audio output mode 3D soundAudio output modes Press and hold Mute for more than 2 secWhat is Viera Link Hdavi Control? Linked operations with the TVViera LinkTM Hdavi ControlTM Advanced operations Troubleshooting General operationSound Indicator illumination Volume is lowered when this system is turned onDual audio cannot be changed from main to secondary Specifications HdmiLimited Warranty Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceLimited Warranty Limits And Exclusions Parts LaborFor hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY For hearing or speech impaired TTY users, TTY As of DecemberWarranty Service Panasonic Canada IncLimitations and Exclusions Product Operation AssistanceCorporation of North America
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