Advanced operations

The following settings are unnecessary under general usage conditions of the system.

∫Changing the dual audio

Change the dual audio from main to secondary.

1Confirm the digital audio output setting on the connected TV or player, etc. is set to “Bitstream”.

2Press and hold [HDMI 1/2] for more than 2 sec.

3 While the indicator of the current setting is flashing, press [HDMI 1/2] to change the setting.

A: Main

∫To turn off the 3D surround effect and

clear-mode dialog effect

Depending on your preference, it is possible to use only the Dolby Virtual Speaker effect by turning off the 3D surround effect and the clear-mode dialog effect.

1Press and hold [TV] for more than 2 sec.

≥The indicator for the current setting blinks for 10 sec. Only Dolby Virtual Speaker is on.

B: Secondary (SAP: Secondary Audio

Program)

A, B : Main and secondary

≥The setting works only when the dual audio is available in the audio source.

≥The setting is maintained until it is changed again.

≥The same setting is used for [TV] and [HDMI 1/2] audio sources.

∫Remote control code

When other Panasonic devices respond to this system’s remote control, change the remote control code on the active subwoofer and the remote control.

Preparation

≥Turn off all other Panasonic products.

≥Turn on this system.

Change the remote control code to code 2:

1Aim the remote control at this system’s remote control sensor.

2Press and hold [MUTE] and [HDMI 1/2] on the remote control for more than 4 sec.

≥All the indicators will blink for 10 sec when the code of this system is changed.

≥The setting is maintained until it is changed again.

≥If this system does not operate after changing the code, repeat steps 1 and 2.

≥To change the remote control code to code 1, repeat the steps above, but replace [HDMI 1/2] with [TV].

3D surround effect and clear-mode dialog effect are also on.

2While the indicator is blinking press [TV] to change the

setting.

≥The setting changes each time [TV] is pressed.

≥The setting will be reset to on when this system is turned off.

∫To turn off VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”

When “HDAVI Control” compatible equipment does not work well with this system, for example, it is possible to turn off this function as follows:

≥When VIERA Link is turned off the ARC function is not available. Be sure to connect the optical digital audio cable. (> 19)

1Press and hold [MUTE] on the remote control and

[s VOL] on the active subwoofer for more than 2 sec.

2After the setting has changed, turn off all the connected devices and then turn them on again.

∫To reduce the clear-mode dialog effect

When the dialog does not sound natural while the volume is set low, for example, it is possible to reduce the dialog enhancing effect as follows:

Press and hold [TV] on the remote control and [s VOL] on the active subwoofer for more than 2 sec.

∫To turn off the volume limitation

If a state of the lowered volume disturbs you every time this system turns on, for example, it is possible to turn off this function as follows:

Press and hold [MUTE] on the remote control and [VOL r] on the active subwoofer for more than 2 sec.

The settings of VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”, the clear-mode dialog effect and the volume limitation remain intact even if you switch this system to standby mode. To turn these 3 functions back on, this system must be set back to the factory preset. (> 26)

≥All the indicators will blink once when the setting is changed.

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SC-HTB15 specifications

The Panasonic SC-HTB15 is an impressive soundbar system that enhances your home entertainment experience by delivering high-quality audio performance without taking up too much space. Designed to seamlessly complement the aesthetics of modern televisions, this compact soundbar is packed with essential features and technologies that elevate both music listening and movie watching.

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