USER GUIDE 2.1-Channel Soundbar System NS-SBAR21F20 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Important safety instructions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
NS-SBAR21F20 21 Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like. WARNING: Danger of explosion if the remote control batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. 22 Keep new and used batteries away from children. 23 If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Connecting your soundbar Connect your sound source to your soundbar. You may need to find or purchase the correct cable, depending on the connection. For more detail, see Connecting your soundbar on page 12. BackBack of your soundbar of the soundbar USB port AUX IN jacks Optical jack AC power cord Connecting the AC power Plug your soundbar into an AC power outlet. For more detail, see Connecting the AC power on page 12.
NS-SBAR21F20 You can either place your soundbar on a cabinet or mount it on the wall (optional) under the TV. For more detail, see Mounting your soundbar on a wall (optional) on page 17. You can set your soundbar on a flat surface or mount it on a wall. Place the subwoofer against a wall or in a corner of the room. Package contents QUICK SETUP GUIDE 2.
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NS-SBAR21F20 Back view # ITEM DESCRIPTION 1 AUX IN jacks 2 OPTICAL jack 3 4 USB port AC power cord Connect an RCA audio cable to these jacks, red to red and white to white. If your TV (or other audio source device) has an optical out jack, connect a digital optical cable (not included) to your source device and this jack. Make sure that the sound output from the source is set to PCM format. Play WAV files from a USB source. Plug the AC power cord into a power outlet or surge protector.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Remote control # 1 BUTTON (power) 2 3 4 VOL +/SOURCE 5 Bluetooth/USB buttons 6 BASS 7 Sound mode buttons (mute) DESCRIPTION Press to turn on your soundbar. Press again to put your soundbar into standby mode. Press to increase or decrease your soundbar’s volume. Press repeatedly to cycle through the available sound sources. Press to mute the sound from your soundbar. Press again to restore the sound.
NS-SBAR21F20 Using the remote control Point the remote control directly at the remote control sensor on the front of your soundbar. You must be within approximately 26 ft. (8 m) of your soundbar and within 30° on either side. Remote control sensor Note: You can control your soundbar's volume with an Insignia TV remote control. If you do not have an Insignia TV and want to use a universal remote, see the documentation that came with your TV or universal remote.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System 3 Replace the battery compartment cover. CAUTIONS: • Do not spill water or any liquid on the remote control. • Do not place the remote control on a wet surface. • Do not place the remote control in direct sunlight or near sources of excessive heat. • If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid any damage that may be caused by leakage and corrosion.
NS-SBAR21F20 Connecting your soundbar Connecting the AC power Before you connect your soundbar to an audio source, you need to connect it to an AC power outlet. CAUTION: Make sure that the electrical outlet matches the input requirements of 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz before connecting. • Plug the AC power cord into a power outlet or surge protector. Back Backofofyour thesoundbar soundbar Digital Optical connection (best) 1 Connect one end of the digital optical cable (not included) to your soundbar.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System 5 After your soundbar is plugged in and turned on, press the (sound source selector) button on your soundbar or the SOURCE button on your remote control repeatedly until the source indicator turns green. Important: Make sure that the device you connect and select as your sound source is outputting sound to your soundbar. See your device's user manual for more information.
NS-SBAR21F20 USB sound source Note: If you mount your soundbar on a wall, you cannot use a USB thumbdrive as a sound source. 1 2 3 4 Plug a USB thumbdrive (with WAV files) into the USB port on the back of your soundbar. FAT16/FAT32/ ExFAT/Fat64 files are acceptable. Go to Connecting the AC power on page12.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Disconnecting your devices • Turn off the Bluetooth function on your device. Reconnecting to a paired device When your soundbar is not paired to a device, the LED indicator blinks. Your soundbar loses the Bluetooth connection if you… Turn it off. To reconnect... Turn on your soundbar. Your soundbar searches for the last connected Bluetooth device and reconnects. Move the Bluetooth device out of Move your Bluetooth device within 30 ft. (10 m) of range. your soundbar.
NS-SBAR21F20 Connecting the subwoofer 1 2 3 When you turn on your soundbar for the first time, the status indicator blinks turquoise. Plug in your subwoofer. Your soundbar and subwoofer automatically connect, then the pairing indicator lights solid turquoise on the subwoofer and the appropriate indicator (yellow=AUX IN, green=Digital Optical, blue=Bluetooth, and purple=USB) on your soundbar.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Positioning your soundbar WARNING: Incorrect installation can result in serious personal injury or damage to your soundbar. If necessary, seek the assistance of a professional. Note: If you are installing screws into drywall or concrete, use wall anchors (provided) designed for that type of surface. • You can set your soundbar on a flat surface or mount it on a wall.
NS-SBAR21F20 1 2 3 4 5 Select a location close to your TV and directly in front of the viewing and listening position. For best sound quality, choose a location where sound waves are not blocked by furniture or other obstacles. If you are mounting your soundbar to drywall, use the stud finder to find the studs and mark the locations. Drill two 15/64-inch holes into the wall 25.6 inches (650 mm) apart and level.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Using your soundbar This system lets you access four different sound sources, including Optical, AUX IN (RCA), Bluetooth, and USB. Listening to your soundbar 1 2 3 Press the (power) button to turn on your soundbar. The source indicator turns from red to the color of whichever sound source is selected (green=optical, yellow=AUX IN, blue=bluetooth, and purple=USB). Turn on the audio source device connected to your soundbar and begin playback.
NS-SBAR21F20 Troubleshooting Check this list for a possible troubleshooting solution before calling for service. PROBLEM The power does not come on. The remote control does not work. The sound is breaking up or buzzing. There is no sound or low volume in Bluetooth mode. 20 POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Make sure that the AC power cords are securely plugged into the power outlet and your soundbar and subwoofer. • Make sure that your soundbar is turned on.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System PROBLEM There is no sound or very low-level sound heard from your soundbar. I can hear sound from both my TV and my soundbar. My TV remote does not control my soundbar. POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Make sure that you are connected to an audio OUT jack on your sound source. The jack does not send audio out if it is an INPUT jack. • Make sure that the volume level of your soundbar is set to an adequate level. • If you are using Bluetooth, turn up the volume on your Bluetooth device.
NS-SBAR21F20 PROBLEM My soundbar won’t connect to my Bluetooth device. The wireless subwoofer is not connected. My Bluetooth device keeps unpairing. NS-SBAR21F20 does not appear on my Bluetooth device. The sound is lagging or I hear an echo. POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Shorten the distance between your soundbar and your Bluetooth device. • Turn your devices off, then on. Re-pair your soundbar and your Bluetooth device. • Make sure that your soundbar is not paired to another Bluetooth device.
2.1-Channel Soundbar System Weight Batteries (remote) Working environment Inputs Net: 10.6 lb. (4.8 kg) Gross: 14.7 lb. (6.7 kg) AAA (2) Temperature - 14 ~ 95° F (-10 ~ 35° C) Humidity - 5%~90% USB connector AUX IN (RCA stereo) audio jack Digital optical audio jack Bluetooth Legal notices FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
NS-SBAR21F20 ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions: The Distributor* of Insignia branded products warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new Insignia-branded product (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacturer of the material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of your purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”).
2.1-Channel Soundbar System • • • • • • • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” Consumables, including but not limited to batteries (i.e. AA, AAA, C etc.
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