Page 2 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; WARNING
2 VQT3Q59 Unit ≥ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage, j Do not expose this unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. j Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on this unit. j Use only the recommended accessories. j Do not remove covers. j Do not repair ...
Page 3 - CAUTION
3 Precautions VQT3Q59 The model number and serial number of this system can be found on either the back or the bottom of the system.Please note them in the space provided below and keep for future reference. MODEL NUMBER ______________________ SERIAL NUMBER ______________________ User memo: DATE OF ...
Page 4 - Table of Contents; Before use; Linked operations with the TV; “HDAVI Control; Reference
4 VQT3Q59 Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................. 2 Before use Accessories ......................................................................................................... 5Unit care ........................................
Page 5 - Accessories; Unit care; Clean the system with a soft, dry cloth
5 Precautions Reference Getting started Before use Operations VQT3Q59 Before use Accessories Check the supplied accessories before using the system. ≥ Product numbers are correct as of June 2011. These may be subject to change. ≥ For U.S.A. and Puerto Rico: To order accessories, refer to “Accessory ...
Page 6 - Control reference guide; Active subwoofer
6 VQT3Q59 Control reference guide 1 Standby/on switch (POWER 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 Remote control signal sensor ( > 9) 3 Adjust the volume of the speakers 4 Select the input sou...
Page 7 - Remote control; To replace a button-type battery
7 Before use VQT3Q59 1 Turn the system on or off ( > 22) 2 Select the input source ( > 22) ≥ [TV]:Select the TV as the source ≥ [HDMI 1/2]:Select the device connected to the HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 terminal as the source 3 Adjust the output level of the active subwoofer (bass sound) ( > 22) ...
Page 8 - Selecting the placement method; When placing the speakers on a wall
8 VQT3Q59 Getting started ≥ These are examples of placement methods. Step 1 Selecting the placement method When placing the speakers on a wall When placing the speakers on a table Place the speakers horizontally Page 10 Place the speakers vertically Place the speakers using the base stands Place the...
Page 9 - When carrying the active subwoofer; Caution; Speaker system
Getting started 9 VQT3Q59 ≥ Do not hold the speakers in one hand to avoid injury by dropping the speakers when carrying. ∫ When carrying the active subwoofer ≥ Place the active subwoofer in a horizontal position with the top panel faced upward. ≥ Placing the active subwoofer and the speakers too clo...
Page 10 - Assembling the speakers; Place the speakers horizontally
10 VQT3Q59 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Match the L/R indicator A on the speaker with the L/R indicator B on the speaker joint, then insert the metal part of the ...
Page 11 - Connect the speaker cables.
Getting started 11 VQT3Q59 Connect the speaker cables. ≥ To make sure that the speaker cable is connected to the correct speaker, match the color of the speaker connector with the color of the L/R indicator on the speaker label so as not to connect the speaker cable to the wrong speaker. ≥ Insert th...
Page 12 - Place the speakers vertically
12 VQT3Q59 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. ≥ To make sure ...
Page 13 - Assemble the speakers following steps 1 to 3 of “Place the speakers; When placing the speakers on a table; Place the speakers using the stands
Getting started 13 VQT3Q59 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 to 3 of “Place the speakers horizontally” ( > 10). Attach the s...
Page 14 - Place the speakers using the speaker feet
14 VQT3Q59 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Assemble the speakers following steps 1 to 3 of “Place the speakers horizontally” ( > 10). Attach the speaker feet to t...
Page 15 - Insert the speaker cable through the base.; Place the speakers using the base stands
Getting started 15 VQT3Q59 ≥ For a safety measure to prevent the speakers from falling, refer to page 16. ≥ To prevent damage or scratches, lay down a soft cloth and perform the assembly on it. Insert the speaker cable through the base. ≥ Be sure to insert the speaker cable through the threading hol...
Page 16 - Speaker fall prevention measures; Horizontal placement
16 VQT3Q59 Connect the speaker cables. ≥ Insert the wire fully, taking care not to insert beyond the wire insulation. To prevent the speakers from falling, it is recommended to attach the speakers to the wall or table with a fall prevention cord (hereafter “cord”). ≥ Consult a qualified housing cont...
Page 18 - HDMI; D compatibility; Connections; Basic connection
18 VQT3Q59 ≥ Turn off all equipment before connection and read the appropriate owner’s manual. Do not connect the AC power supply cord until all other connections are complete. ∫ HDMI The HDMI connection supports VIERA Link “HDAVI Control” ( > 24) when used with a compatible Panasonic TV. ≥ Use H...
Page 19 - Not
Getting started 19 VQT3Q59 A HDMI cable (not supplied) B Optical digital audio cable (not supplied) [B] Not labeled “HDMI (ARC)” HDMI IN OPTICAL OUT TV Active subwoofer SC-HTB15PP_VQT3Q59_eng.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 8, 2011 3:33 PM
Page 20 - Preparation; HDMI standby pass-through; Connection with HDMI compatible devices
20 VQT3Q59 You can output the audio signal from the connected HDMI compatible Blu-ray Disc player, DVD player, etc. with this system and pass the signal through to your TV. ≥ When connecting other external device such as a set top box, refer to the operating instructions for the TV. Preparation ≥ Co...
Page 21 - Speaker cable connection; AC power supply cord connection; Saving energy; when no
Getting started 21 VQT3Q59 Connect to the terminals of the same color. ≥ Connect only after all other connections are complete. ≥ The active subwoofer consumes a small amount of AC power, even when it is in standby mode (0.05 W). In the interest of power conservation, if you will not be using this s...
Page 22 - Using this unit; To mute the sound
22 VQT3Q59 Operations Using this unit Preparation ≥ Turn on the TV. Press [ Í ] to turn on the system. Press [TV] or [HDMI 1/2] to select the input source. ( > 6) ≥ If you have selected [HDMI 1/2], make sure to select the TV’s input mode for this system and start the playback. Press [ i VOL j ] t...
Page 23 - While the indicator is blinking,; Audio output modes
Operations 23 VQT3Q59 This system provides a feeling that the sound and the image are as one. The 3D sound effect will be applied to Multi-channel audio sources as a factory preset. Dolby Virtual Speaker and the 3D surround effects can be turned off and on by changing the audio output mode settings....
Page 24 - Speaker control; Automatic input switching; Power off link
24 VQT3Q59 Linked operations with the TV (VIERA Link TM “HDAVI Control TM ”) Preparation 1 Confirm that the HDMI connection has been made. ( > 18 to 20) 2 Set the “HDAVI Control” operations on the connected equipment (e.g., TV). 3 For the optimal “HDAVI Control” operations change the following se...
Page 25 - Advanced operations; Changing the dual audio; To turn off VIERA Link “HDAVI Control”
Operations 25 VQT3Q59 Advanced operations ∫ Changing the dual audio Change the dual audio from main to secondary. 1 Confirm the digital audio output setting on the connected TV or player, etc. is set to “Bitstream”. 2 Press and hold [HDMI 1/2] for more than 2 sec. 3 While the indicator of the curren...
Page 26 - Troubleshooting; General operation
26 VQT3Q59 Reference Troubleshooting Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the following guide do not solve the problem, refer to “Customer Services Directory (United States and Puerto Rico)” on page...
Page 27 - Indicator illumination
Reference 27 VQT3Q59 ≥ If the connections are correct, there might be a problem with the cables. Redo the connections with different cables. ≥ Check the audio output settings on the connected device. ≥ If the HDMI 2 indicator flashes and there is no audio output, try the following. 1 Turn the connec...
Page 28 - Specifications; AMPLIFIER SECTION; SUBWOOFER SECTION; SPEAKER GENERAL
28 VQT3Q59 Specifications 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice.2 Weight and dimensions are approximate.3 Total harmonic distortion is measured by a digital spectrum analyzer. 4 Total harmonic distortion is measured by using AES17 filter. AMPLIFIER SECTION RMS output power 10 % total...
Page 31 - Panasonic Canada Inc.; PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY
Reference 31 VQT3Q59 Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT - LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and for a period as stat...
