SB800 SB650 SB500 Instruction Manual
Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Read these instructions completely prior to use or hook-up. Keep these instructions for future reference. Record Model Number_______________ and Serial Number _____________________ Understand and heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use soundbar or subwoofer near water, rain or high moisture. Clean only with a dry cloth. Never use solvents. A microfiber cloth is recommended. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
Thank you for purchasing the Current Audio Home Theater Soundbar. Please read this manual thoroughly before making any connections or applying AC power. This manual applies to the SB800, SB650 and SB500 Soundbar Systems. Follow the instructions in this manual. It will allow you to obtain the maximum performance and listening pleasure from your new soundbar. Please retain this manual to use as a future reference.
Soundbar SB800, SB650 and SB500 by Current Audio The SB800, SB650 and SB500 Soundbar describes the latest digital technology in amplified speaker sound bars with a powerful wireless amplified subwoofer by Current Audio. The powerful subwoofer can be located anywhere in the room. This is the perfect Home Theater System with a wide sound stage. The system comes with a handheld remote to control power, switch inputs and adjust sound fields.
INSTALLATION Getting started Soundbar placement Where to locate Soundbar Either mount the soundbar on a flat horizontal surface centered in front of the TV or surface wall mount the soundbar on the wall via the key hole slots. Use proper wall anchors to support the weight of the soundbar. TV Where to locate subwoofer Install the wireless subwoofer preferably near the front wall next to an electrical outlet. The power cord is the only wire needed for hook-up. Corner placement will give an added bass boost.
Making connections Caution: All connections and switching should be done with the AC power switched OFF. The final connection should be the power cords. INPUTS The inputs are located on the back of the soundbar. They include 18VDC power, analog RCA, Digital Optical (SB650 and SB800 only), Digital Coaxial and 3.5mm jack Connect red and black stereo RCA plug from TV Coax digital supporting 2 channel PCM Bitstream Optical digital cable (SB650 and SB800 only) supporting 2 channel PCM Bitstream 3.
INSTALLATION Making connections (cont.) Connecting with BLUETOOTH® devices (SB800 only): • • • • • Press the BLUETOOTH® button on the remote control until the blue LED on the soundbar is visible. Take the BLUETOOTH® active device (laptop, phone, tablet, etc) and turn on the BLUETOOTH® function. Scan for devices and you will find the soundbar. Pair or connect with the soundbar. Play the music as desired. Connecting the soundbar with the wireless subwoofer: • • • • • In most cases this is not necessary.
INSTALLATION Making connections (cont.) • Dish Network satellite receivers: o Select the menu button on the remote control o Select settings o Select audio settings o Select PCM Only o Press save o Press exit on the remote • Most common cable box receivers: o Select the menu button on the remote control o Select settings o Select audio settings o Select stereo output o Select exit o If there is no option for audio settings use the RCA or 3.
INSTALLATION Remote control functions Discrete power on, turns the soundbar power on Mute, toggles mute on and mute off Discrete power off, turns the soundbar power off VOL +, increases the volume level of the soundbar BASS -, reduces the bass level of the subwoofer POWER TOGGLE, power toggle on/off TREBLE -, reduces the treble level of the soundbar MATCH, to connect or “pair” the soundbar to the subwoofer AUDIO, RCA input AUX, 3.
Trouble Possible Cause Possible Solution Unit not plugged into AC power Check that the rear power switch on the soundbar is turned on. The LED lights on the soundbar and on the power supply for the soundbar should be visible. Audio cable not properly connected Check cable connections. Replace cable. Check if connected to proper inputs. Audio cable not properly connected Connect a phone or other similar device to the 3.5mm jack on the rear of the soundbar.
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