ENGLISH MODEL HT-SB31D SOUND BAR HOME THEATER SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. ON/ Y STAND-B MUTE CINEMA BYPASS MODE SOUND MUSIC SURROUN D NEWS INPUT TV CH VOL VOL RRMCGA 322AWSA The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by SHARP is under license.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or ¿UH ,Q RUGHU WR SUHYHQW SRWHQWLDO GDQJHU SOHDVH REVHUYH the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product.
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Precautions Warning: ■ General ● Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well ventilated area and ensure that there is a free space along the sides, top and back of the equipment as below. Table/floor 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 0" (0 cm) Wall mount 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) Wall mount bracket ● 7KH VXSSOLHG $& '& DGDSWRU FRQWDLQV QR XVHU serviceable parts.
Accessories The following accessories are included.
Controls and indicators ■ Front Panel 1 2 8 9 1011 12 3 4 5 67 13 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Left Channel Speakers Right Channel Speakers On/Standby/Input Indicator On/Standby Button Input Button Pairing Button Pairing Indicator Surround Indicator Surround Button 10. 11. 12. 13. Volume Down Button Volume Up Button Remote Sensor NFC detection area ■ Rear Panel 1. DC In Jack 2. Optical In Jack 3.
Controls and indicators (continued) ■ Remote Control 1 ON/ STAND-BY MUTE 2 3 4 5 6 7 CINEMA SOUND MODE MUSIC NEWS BYPASS SURROUND INPUT 12 13 14 TV VOL CH 8 9 10 11 VOL 15 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
System preparation 2 Make sure to unplug the AC power cord before installing the sound bar or changing the position. To mount the sound bar on the wall Caution: ● Be very careful to prevent the sound bar [3.8 lbs. NJ @ IURP IDOOLQJ ZKHQ PRXQWLQJ RQ WKH ZDOO ● %HIRUH PRXQWLQJ FKHFN WKH ZDOO VWUHQJWK 'R QRW put on the veneer plaster or whitewashed wall. The VRXQG EDU PD\ IDOO ,I XQVXUH FRQVXOW D TXDOL¿HG service technician. ● Mounting screws are not supplied. Use appropriate ones.
Placing the sound bar Installation image: Notes: ● The front panel of the sound bar is TV Place the sound bar as shown. VCR not removable. Caution: ● Do not change the installation direction when the sound bar is turned on. ● Do not stand or sit on the sound bar as you may be injured. DVD player Falling prevention ● Safety wires (not supplied) are useful to prevent the sound bar from falling.
Falling prevention (continued) ■ When mounting on the wall Screw eye (not supplied) Safety wires (not supplied) Wall Sound bar ■ When placing on the shelf/table Sound bar Safety wires (not supplied) Rack/ table Screw eye (not supplied) E-10 Screw eye (not supplied)
Sound bar connections to TVs Caution: Turn off all other equipment before making any connections. Notes: ● To connect to TV/player, use AUDIO IN or OPTICAL IN terminals located at the rear of the sound bar. ● Refer the operation manual of the equipment to be connected. ● Fully insert the plugs to avoid fuzzy pictures or noises. ● If the TV volume is continuously at low level, the sound bar will automatically power off. Increase the TV output volume to enjoy the sound from the speaker.
AC power connection After checking all the connections have been made correctly, connect the AC power cord to the AC power input jack, then to the AC outlet. ■ Using with the AC/DC adaptor 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC/DC adaptor. 2 Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC INPUT jack on the sound bar. 3 Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet. The PAIRING indicator turns BLUE. Notes: ● Unplug the AC/DC adaptor from the AC outlet if the sound bar will not be used for a prolonged period of time.
Remote control WARNING DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD ● The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just two (2) hours and can lead to death. ● Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
General control Notes: ■ To turn the power on Press the ON/STANDBY button. The On/Standby/Input Indicator lights up according to input source: Input source On/Standby/Input Indicator OPTICAL IN Turns green AUDIO IN Turns cyan Bluetooth Turns blue Note: If the power does not turn on, check whether the power cord is plugged in properly. To set the sound bar to standby mode: Press the ON/STANDBY button again. The PAIRING indicator turns BLUE.
General control (continued) Note: ● This product supports only “PCM” signal format for optical input. If there is no sound from optical input, please set your optical source equipment to output “PCM” signal format. ● The backup function will protect the memorized function mode for a few hours should there be a power failure or the AC power cord becomes disconnected.
Bluetooth one touch connection via NFC ■ About NFC technology Near Field Communication (NFC) is a set of standards for devices (smartphones/tablets) to establish radio communication with each other by touching/tapping them together or bringing them into close proximity. Using NFC in this product simplifies the pairing method of Bluetooth connectivity. Notes for Android devices ● This audio system supports NFC- enabled device with Android 4.1, Jelly Bean and higher.
Bluetooth one touch connection via NFC (continued) ■ NFC connection for audio playback Check that: ● Your device (smartphone/tablet) has an NFC function. ● NFC function on your device is enabled. 1 ● ● Screen lock function of the device is off. This unit is not in low power consumption mode. Touch your device to the NFC detection area on the main unit. (NFC detection area of your device must touch to the NFC detection area of the main unit.
Listening to Bluetooth enabled devices Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range radio technology that enables wireless communication between various types of digital devices, such as mobile phone or computer. It operates within a range of about 32 feet (10 meters) without the hassle of having to use cables to connect these devices. This sound bar supports the following: Communication System: Bluetooth Specification version 2.1 Bluetooth + Enhanced Data Rate (EDR).
Listening to Bluetooth enabled devices (continued) Notes: ● If a device such as microwave oven, wireless LAN card, Bluetooth device or any other device that uses the same 2.4 GHz frequency is placed near the system some sound interruption may be heard. ● The transmission distance of the wireless signal between the device and the sound bar is about 32 feet (10 meters), but may vary depending on your operating environment.
Troubleshooting chart Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorized dealer or service center. No sound is heard. ● Is the sound bar too far Bluetooth sound is interrupted or distorted. ● Is the sound bar too near ■ General Symptom No sound is heard.
6SHFL¿FDWLRQV Troubleshooting chart ■ Condensation Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet or on the transmitter on the remote control. Condensation can cause the sound bar to malfunction. If this happens, leave the power on until normal operation is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter with a soft cloth before operating the sound bar.
