Alco Electronics ABX3250 User Manual

Audio Base Speaker System
User’s Guide:
ABX3250KN

If you need assistance:

Toshiba’s Support Web site : support.toshiba.com

Toshiba Canada Support Web site : www.toshiba.ca/support/ceg

Call Toshiba Customer Support Center:
Within the United States at [phone]
Outside the United States at [phone]
From Canada at [phone]

For more information see “Troubleshooting” on page 18 in this guide.

1

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are on the back and underside of your Audio
Base. Record these numbers, and use them whenever you communicate with your
Toshiba dealer about this Audio Base.

Model name____________________________

Serial number___________________________

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Contents

Introduction ......................................................................................... 6

Safety icons used in this manual........................................................... 6

Audio Base Speaker System controls ................................................... 7

Remote control .................................................................................. 10

Audio Base Speaker System placement .............................................. 12

Audio Base Speaker System connections ........................................... 13

Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 18

Specifications .................................................................................... 19

Maintenance ...................................................................................... 19

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Safety Precautions

The lightning ash with an arrowhead symbol, within the
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in this User’s Guide.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC POWER OUTLET, THEN FULLY
INSERT.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS MADE TO THIS EQUIPMENT, NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY TOSHIBA, OR PARTIES
AUTHORIZED BY TOSHIBA, COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this User’s
Guide carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit
require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specied herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

The symbol for Class II
(Double lnsulation)

Warnings:

• The mains plug is used as a disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended used. In order to
disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the
main plug should be disconnected from the mains socket
outlet completely.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and that no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on apparatus.

• The mains plug is used as disconnect device. The mains plug
of apparatus should not be obstructed OR should be easily
accessed during intended use.

• To be completely disconnect the power input, the mains plug
of apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers)
that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding - type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has
two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety. When
the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injur y from tip -over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Portable

Cart

Warning

4

Additional Safety Instructions

15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of re
or electric shock.

16. Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing or
place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item lled
with liquid, or candles on top of the unit.

17. Do not place the apparatus on ampliers or equipment that
may produce heat.

18. Never block or cover the slots or openings in the unit. Never
place the unit:

• on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface;

• too close to drapes, curtains, or walls; or

• in a conned space such as a bookcase, built-in cabinet,

or any other place with poor ventilation.

The slots and openings are provided to protect the unit from
overheating and to help maintain reliable operation.

19. If the apparatus should emit smoke or an unusual odor,
immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Wait until the smoke or smell stops, then ask your dealer
for a check and repair. Neglecting to do so may cause re.

20. During thunderstorms, do not touch the connecting cables
or the apparatus.

21. Warning: To prevent spread of re, keep candles or other
open ames away from this product at all times.

USA
Federal Communications Commission Statement
FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
Caution: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure

guidelines, place the Audio Base Speaker System at least 20cm
from nearby persons.

Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

This device complies with Industry Canada Licence-exempt
RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)

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Wireless Technology and Your Health

Bluetooth

The products with Bluetooth
radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth
technology however is much less than the electromagnetic
energy emitted by wireless devices such as mobile phones.
Because products with Bluetooth
within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards
and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth
technology is safe for use by consumers.

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wireless technology, like other

®

wireless

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wireless technology operate

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wireless

These standards and recommendations reect the consensus
of the scientic community and result from deliberations of
panels and committees of scientists who continually review
and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth
wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the

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building or responsible representatives of the organization.
These situations may, for example, include in any other
environment where the risk of interference to other devices or
services is perceived or identied as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of
wireless devices in a specic organization or environment (e.g.
airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use
the device with Bluetooth
on the equipment.

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wireless technology prior to turning

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Precautions

5

On Safety

Do not handle the AC power cord with wet hands.
When connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord, grip the
plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may damage it and
create a hazard.
When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time,
disconnect the AC power cord.

On Recycling

This unit’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be
reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your
local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but
disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning
chemical wastes.

Copyright

Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in
any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of
the information contained herein.

Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specications, is subject to change without
notice.
TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. AND TOSHIBA OF CANADA LIMITED. (COLLECTIVELY TOSHIBA)
PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN
AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY
DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO
EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL
OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

© 2014 by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.. All
rights reserved.

Trademarks

Android™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google Inc.

®

The Bluetooth
are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Toshiba Corporation is under
license.

Blu-ray
trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.

Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, and the double-D
symbol are registered trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

word mark and logos

TM

, Blu-ray DiscTM, and the logo are

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High­Denition Multimedia Interface, and the
HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the
United States and other countries.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.
dts.com. Manufactured under license
from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the
Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together
are registered trademarks, and DTS
Studio Sound and DTS TruVolume are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.

The N Mark is a trademark or registered
trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the
United States and in other countries.

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Introduction

Safety icons

This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed to avoid potential hazards that could
result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have

been classied according to the seriousness of the risk, and icons highlight these instructions as

follows:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.

Provides important information.

Supplied Accessories

Remote Control (SE-R0451) with Batteries (AAA x 2)
User’s Guide (this manual)
Quick Start
Warranty
Stop Return Sheet

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Audio Base Speaker System controls

Audio Base top & front panel controls

(Sample Illustration) Top & Front panel controls

Item: Description: Function:

1 NFC (N-Mark) NFC tag indicator/touch point.
In NFC tag applications, the N-Mark is used to identify the

2 VOLUME button Press to adjust the volume level.

3 PAIRING button Press to pair the Bluetooth

4 CEC button Press to turn the HDMI

5 MODE button Press to select the sound setting.
(Flat/Music/Live/News/Drama/Cinema/Stadium/Game)

6 INPUT button Press to switch between HDMI 1/2 (HDMI

7 STANDBY button Press to turn on the unit or place it into standby mode.
To completely turn the unit off, you must unplug the AC power

8 Remote Sensor Receives the signal from the remote control.

9 Standby Indicator Indicates whether the unit is ON or in STANDBY (OFF) mode.
Light On: The unit is in STANDBY.
Light Off: The unit is turned ON.

position over an NFC tag where the consumer can align an NFC­enabled device to initiate an NFC interaction.

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enabled device.

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CEC on/off.

ARC) , BT (Bluetooth®), OPT 1/2 (OPTICAL IN), AUX (AUX IN)
or LINE-IN.

cord.

(High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

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IN), ARC (HDMI®

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Audio Base back panel

(Sample Illustration) Back panel connections

Item: Description: Functions:

10 AC power cord Connects to a standard AC outlet to supply power to the

Audio Base.

11 LINE IN jack Connects other AV devices through the LINE IN jack, see

12 AUX IN jack (L / R) Connects other AV devices through the AUX IN jack, see

13 OPTICAL IN jack (1) & (2) Connects the optical audio input to another device, see

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14 HDMI

15 HDMI

OUT jack Audio Return Channel (ARC) enables the audio signal of

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IN jack (1) & (2) HDMI® cable connects to devices that have an HDMI®

“Connect audio through an analog audio cable” section on
page 15.

“Connect audio through an analog audio cable” section on
page 14.

“Connecting to an Audio System” on page 14.

the TV to be sent to the Audio Base via the HDMI® cable.
See “Connecting to a TV using an HDMI® (ARC) cable” on
page 13.

output. See “Connecting to a compatible device” section on
page 13.

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Subwoofer

(Sample Illustration) Subwoofer connections

Item: Description: Functions:

16 Bass port Provides the rich bass response.

17 Subwoofer Speaker Provides the different of sound field.

18 WIRELESS LINK button Press to pair the subwoofer with the Audio Base.

WIRELESS LINK indicator The indicator is red when the wireless link is activated.

19 POWER switch Turns the subwoofer ON/OFF.

20 Power cord Connects to a standard AC outlet to supply power to the

subwoofer.

9

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Remote control

Item: Description: Operation:

1 MUTE Press to turn the sound off.

Press again to cancel.

2 AUTO VOL. DTS TruVolume™(AUTO VOLUME) is

an intelligent approach to eliminating
disparities in volume levels. Press to
turn the AUTO VOLUME on/off.

3

VOLUME Press to adjust the volume level.

4 MODE Press to select the sound setting.
(Flat / Music / Live / News / Drama /

5

6

7 POWER Press to turn the Audio Base ON/OFF.

8 INPUT Press to select the source.
(HDMI

9 SURROUND Press to select the Surround on/of f.

10

PRE/NEXT Pres s to go to the las t track or adv ance

to the next track in Bluetooth® mode.

PL AY/PAUSE Press to play/pause the track in

Bluetooth® mode.

Cinema / Stadium / Game)

BASS Press to adjust the bass volume level.

SUB Press to adjust the subwoofer volume

level.

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1/2 (HDMI® IN), ARC (HDMI®
ARC), BT (Bluetooth
(OPTICAL IN), AUX (AUX IN), LINE-IN)

TREBLE Press to adjust the treble volume

level.

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), OPT 1/2

(Sample Illustration)
Remote control

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Installing the batteries

Install the batteries (AAAx2), matching the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment of
the remote control.
1 Open the battery cover.

(Sample Illustration) Remote control - Opening the battery cover

2 Insert batteries.
Make sure to match the polarity marks (+ / –) on the batteries to the marks indicated in the

battery compartment.

(Sample Illustration) Remote control - inserting the batteries

3 Replace the battery cover.

Never throw batteries in a fire. Doing so may cause the batteries to explode.

Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Dispose of batteries in a designated disposal area.
Always consider the environment when disposing of bat teries.
Always follow applicable laws and regulations.
If the remote does not operate correctly, or if the operating range is reduced,

replace the batteries.

Always replace both batteries with new ones. Never mix bat tery types or use

new and used batteries together.

Always remove bat teries from the remote i f they are dead or if the remote control

is not to be used for an ex tended period of time.

This prevents battery acid from leaking into the battery compartment.

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Subwoofer

Audio Base

11.8" (300mm)

TV

TV

min. 2.4” (60mm)

TV’s

bottom stand

TV

Audio Base Speaker System placement

You can put the TV on top of the Audio Base Speaker System.

In order to put the Audio Base under a TV, the TV must be less than:

99 lbs (45kg) and
the TV’s bottom stand must be approximately 25.1 inches (638mm) by 11.8 inches (302mm)

in depth.

Keep the T V at the center of the surface of the Audio Base Speaker System. Do

not place the TV on the edge of the unit. Placing the TV incorrectly may result in
a personal injury and/or propert y damage.

DO NOT cover the controls and/or the NFC tag on the top of the Audio Base. The

minimum distance from the edge is 2.4 inches (60mm).

DO NOT connect the TV to the Audio Base Speaker System.

Please refer to T V’s user’s manual for installation and fall prevention.

DO NOT place a CRT type TV on this Audio Base Speaker System. It is not

designed for use with CRT TVs.

Place the subwoofer at least 11.8” (300mm) away from the Audio Base.

(Sample Illustration) Subwoofer placement

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HDMI® IN (ARC)

High

Definition

TV

High

Definition

TV

Blu-ray Disc™/
DVD Player

HDMI® OUT

HDMI® IN

Audio Base Speaker System connections

Connecting to a TV using an HDMI® (ARC) cable.

This feature enables the audio signal of the TV to be sent to the Audio Base via the HDMI® cable.
The HDMI® cable is not included and must be purchased separately. Be sure that the connected TV
has an HDMI® (ARC) compatible terminal. To connect the HDMI® ARC cable:

1. Connect an HDMI® cable from the HDMI® output jack on the Audio Base to the HDMI®
input jack on the TV.

2. Press the INPUT button to select the HDMI®-ARC mode and the display will be shown
“ARC”.

(Sample Illustration) HDMI® OUT ARC connection

not supplied

Do not tilt the connector when inserting it into the HDMI® jack, and make sure

the shapes of the jack and the connector are aligned properly.

If your TV is not HDMI® (ARC) compliant , connect your Audio Base to the TV

through a standard HDMI® connection.

The optical digital audio cable connections is needed when the HDMI® cable is

connected to a terminal that is not HDMI

®

(ARC). (For more information, please

refer to “Connecting to an audio system” on page 14.)

Connecting to a compatible device.

You can output the audio signal from the compatible device (e.g. Blu-ray Disc™ player, DVD
player etc.) with this Audio Base and pass the signal through to your TV.

1. Connect an HDMI® cable from the HDMI® input jack on the Audio Base to the HDMI®
output jack on the other device.

2. Connect an HDMI® cable from the HDMI® output jack on the Audio Base to the HDMI®
input jack on the TV.

3. Press the INPUT button to select the HDMI® mode and the display will be shown “HDMI-1”
or “HDMI-2”.

not supplied

(Sample Illustration) HDMI® compatible device connection

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Blu-ray Disc™/
DVD Player

Blu-ray Disc™/
DVD Player

Connecting to an Audio System.

You can connect your Audio Base to an audio system to play audio from other devices.

Connect audio through a digital optical cable

1. You can connect a optical cable from the OPTICAL input jack on the Audio Base to the
OPTICAL output jack on the other device.

2. Press the INPUT button to select the OPTICAL mode and the display will show “OPT-1” or
“OPT-2”.

When your Audio Base and TV are connected through HDMI

®

(ARC), an audio

connection is not required.

Set-Top Box

OPTICAL OUT

not supplied

(Sample Illustration) Digital optical cable connections

Connect audio through an analog audio cable.

You can connect an audio cable (not included) from the L/R AUX input jack on the Audio Base
to the Audio output jack on the other device.

1. Press the INPUT button to select the AUX IN mode and the display will show “AUX”.

Set-Top Box

not supplied

(Sample Illustration) Analog audio connections

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Portable music player or

other Audio Devices

2. Connect a 3.5mm cable (not included) from the LINE input jack on the Audio Base to the
other device.

3. Press the INPUT button to select the LINE IN mode and the display will show “LINE-IN”.

not supplied

(Sample Illustration) 3.5mm connection to audio device

Connecting to a AC power cord.

Connect the AC power cord on both the Audio Base and the Subwoofer to the electrical wall
outlet.

Before use, ensure the rated voltage of the AC power cord matches your local

voltage.

Be sure the AC power cord is disconnected and all functions are off before

making connections.

To prevent electrical shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot of wall

outlet, then fully insert.

If you are not going to use the unit for an extended period of time, disconnect the

AC power cord from the wall outlet.

Whenever the AC power cord is plugged in to a wall outlet, the AC power cord will

draw some power, even when the unit is turned off.

Audio Base

Subwoofer

(Sample Illustration) Connecting the AC power cord

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Subwoofer wireless connection

In order to use the subwoofer, you must pair it with the Audio Base.

1. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

2. Turn on the Audio Base.

3. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the back of subwoofer to the “on” position.

4. The Audio Base and the subwoofer will automatically pair up. The pairing indicator located in
upper right corner of the rear panel will appear red when the wireless link is activated.

When the wireless link is deactivated, the Audio Base will show “NO

SUBWOOFER” on the front panel display. You can press and hold the
but ton on the remot e control for 8 s econds in HDMI®-2 mode. A nd then, pres s
and hold the WIRELESS LINK but ton of the subwoofer for approximately 5
seconds until the red indicator flashes.

The Audio Base will show “PAIRED” when the Audio Base and the subwoofer

link are active.

Bluetooth® connection by NFC

NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wireless communication
between various devices, such as mobile phones and IC tags.
By just touching the Audio Base where the “N-mark” is located with an NFC compatible device,
the Audio Base is turned on automatically and then paired and connected with the various devices,
such as mobile phones. To locate the “N-mark” on the unit, please see “NFC (N-Mark)” on page 7.

1. Start and turn on the NFC function on the device. Keep touching the device on the “N-Mark”

of the Audio Base until the device vibrates or a message pops up; the Bluetooth
automatically.

2. Touch the device to the Audio Base again to disconnect. In order to avoid unintentional

disconnection, it is advised that you place your device away from the “N-mark” once connected.

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will be paired

The NFC function is built into devices for Android™ 4.1 Jellybean or later.
If your device is powered by a previous version than Android™ 4.1 Jellybean,

you must download the relevant application from the Google PlayTM store to
use the NFC function.

The position of the NFC antenna differs on devices. Check the NFC antenna

location before connecting. If your device is covered with a thick case, the
connection may not succeed.

For details, please refer to the user’s manual of your NFC device.

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Playback via Bluetooth® enabled devices

1. Press the INPUT button on the remote control or using the Audio Base controls to select the
Bluetooth® mode. The display shows “BT” when in the Bluetooth® mode.

Your pairing device must have the Bluetooth® feature turned on.

2. Once the Audio Base is detected by your Bluetooth® enabled device, select the “ABX3250” on
your device.

3. Enter the PIN code if necessary.

PIN code : 0000

4. When this unit is successfully paired with your Bluetooth® device, it will display “CONNECTED”.

5. Select the desired music and press the PLAY/PAUSE button on your device.

6. If the connection fails, ‘PAIRING’ will still be displayed.

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Disconnect Bluetooth

1. Press the INPUT button to select Bluetooth® mode until the display on the Audio Base shows
“BT”.

2. Select disconnect or unpair menu on paired Bluetooth® enabled device.

The Audio Base is now able to pair with another Bluetooth

Pairing Audio Base with a Bluetooth® enabled devices manually

If you intend to connect another Bluetooth® enabled device, manual pairing is necessary.

1. Press the INPUT button to select Bluetooth® mode until the display on the Audio Base shows
“BT”.

2. Press the PAIRING button on the Audio Base. This will disconnect the current Bluetooth®
enabled device and then search for the other Bluetooth® enabled device.

enabled device

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enabled device.

The Audio Base must disconnect or unpair from a previous paired device in order

to properly pair with another Bluetooth® enabled device.

The Audio Base can only connected to one Bluetooth® enabled device at a time.
Press the PAIRING button on the Audio Base to switch to Bluetooth® mode

directly.

For details, please refer to the user’s manual of your Bluetooth® device.

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Troubleshooting

Problem:

The unit does not switch on.

No sound from the Audio Base

No sound from the subwoofer

The sound of Bluetooth
device is interrupted.

Remote control does not work
properly

Connection (NFC) is not
available

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Solution:

Make sure it is plugged into a AC power outlet and the outlet is
turned ON.

Press the STANDBY button located on the top of the Audio Base,
and check to see if the STANDBY indicator turns off.

Turn the subwoofer power switch to ON.

Press the VOL
Ensure the source you have selected is outputting audio. If you

are using “audio out ” from your T V, please ensure your TV is
configured to output audio (see TV’s menu settings).

Ensure your audio connections are properly made (check that you
don’t have any loose connections).

Ensure you have selected the correct source (input) - the display
of the Audio Base will shown the currently-selected source (input).

Press the MUTE button on the remote control to ensure the Audio
Base is not muted.

Move the subwoofer closer to the Audio Base.
Ensure the subwoofer is turned on. Turn the subwoofer power

switch to ON.
Press the WIRELESS LINK but ton on the back of the subwoofer to

re-link the subwoofer with the Audio Base.

The device is out of the 33f t (10m) communication range. Bring
the Bluetooth

Remove any obstacles between the main unit and the device.
Other devices that use the 2.4GHz frequency band, like a wireless

router, microwave, cordless phone, etc. may interfere.

Bring the Bluetooth
from the other devices.

Check the following:
The batteries are inserted correctly.
The batteries are new.
The remote control is pointed directly at the remote sensor of the

unit.
The remote control is not being used from too far a distance from

the unit.
Nothing is obstructing remote sensor (located on front of the unit).

Keep the device close to the system until the device vibrates.
Check the NFC function of the device is set to on.

button of the Audio Base.

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device closer to the main unit.

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device closer to the main unit and distance it

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Specifications

These models comply with the specifications listed below.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
These models may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that

may be added in the future.

Audio Base:

Power requirements AC 120V

Power output 75 watts (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz/THD10%)

Power consumption 27W

Impedance 4

Dimensions 25.1” x 3” x 11.9” (638 x 75 x 302mm)
(width x height x depth)

Weight 11.7 lbs (5.3kg)

Subwoofer:

Power requirements AC 120V

Power output 150 watts (at 3 ohms, 100Hz/THD10%)

Power consumption 34W

Impedance 3

Dimensions 7.5” x 13.9” x 12.7” (193 x 355 x 321mm)
(width x height x depth)

Weight 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg)

60Hz

60Hz

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Maintenance

Servicing

Please refer to relevant topics in “Troubleshooting” on page 18 before returning the product.
If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user­servicable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power plug, and please call our helpline to locate an
Authorized Service Center.

Cleaning the cabinet

Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene or alcohol to clean the unit. Do not spray
insecticide liquid near the unit. Such chemicals may discolor the surface or
damage the unit.

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