AuraSound RSB HSB Users manual
1. Discoverable 2. Connecting 3. Connected 4. Disconnected
Slowly Fades ON and OFF Flashing Quickly Light is ON Flashing every 3 seconds
Ready to Pair: The Sound Bar
is placed into “discoverable
mode” by pressing and
holding the Bluetooth button
on the remote control
for three seconds, or by
pressing and holding the
Input button on the Sound
Bar for three seconds.
When a user initiates
a connection from a
device, the Sound Bar will
automatically switch to the
Bluetooth input source.
If the input is set to any other
source, there is no flashing
of the Bluetooth light, but
devices are still able to
connect to the Sound Bar.
A connection can only
be initiated by an end
user from a device.
Once connected, a device
stays connected forever
until disconnected by the
user, even if the device goes
out of range. If a connected
device comes back into
range, the connection will be
automatically re-established.
The Sound Bar is always
ready to connect to an
already-paired device,
but the display only
flashes when the input
is set to Bluetooth.
Read these instructions.1.
Keep these instructions.2.
Heed all warnings.3.
Follow all instructions.4.
Do not use this apparatus near water.5.
Clean only with a dry cloth6.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance 7.
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, 8.
stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding 9.
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. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 10.
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.11.
Use only with the cart stand, tripod, bracket or table 12.
specied by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 13.
unused for long periods of time.
NOTICE FOR THE SOUND BAR PLACEMENT
Mounting the unit on a cabinet smaller than the length of the unit could result
in an unstable position and the unit may tumble over, making a risk of personal injury,
and damaging the product. Hitachi accepts no responsibility or liability for any injuries
or proper ty damage resulting from improper installation.
For wall mounting Sound Bar, see online Owner’s Guide for details.
YES
NO
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is 14.
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as 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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock do not 15.
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not allow the product to output distorted sound for an extended 16.
period of time. It may cause speaker overheating and re.
Sudden high volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage. 17.
Turn sound bar volume down before connecting other devices.
Do not push objects through any opening in this unit, 18.
as they may touch dangerous voltage points that could
result in re or electric shock. Never spill or spray any
type of liquid into the unit.
Do not connect this unit to AC power using any device other 19.
than the supplied AC adaptor and AC cord. This could cause re,
electrical shock, or damage.
Do not use with a voltage other than the power voltage specied. 20.
This could cause re, electrical shock, or damage.
Connect to 120VAC, 60Hz power only.
If you need to replace the supplied AC adapter or AC cord, 21.
contact the dealer from which you purchased the unit.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device, 22.
and shall remain readily operable.
Connect AC cord plug to properly grounded outlet.23.
Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi Sound Bar.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Remote ControlThe package includes the followi ng items : HITACHI Sound Bar (B luetooth® connectivity)
Please c heck th e model t hat you’ve purchased.
AC Adaptor, Audio Cable
Quick Start Guide
133W Bluetooth® Sound Bar
Wireless Streaming
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Complete Owner’s Guide available at :
40” Model: HSB40B16 www.hitachiserviceusa.com:8080/HSB40B16.pdf
32” Model: HSB32B26 www.hitachiserviceusa.com:8080/HSB32B26.pdf
Product Serial Number: Phone : 1.800.448.2244 (USA/CANADA) OR 01.800.703.0888 (MEXICO).
Address: Hitachi America, Ltd. P.O. Box 99652 Troy, Michigan 48099
Speaker grill is not removable!
All specifications, features and dimensions are subjec t to change without notic e. Refer to www.hitachi.us/ tv for updates or more information.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Hitachi America, Ltd.
Enjoy Bluetooth® Wireless Streaming
The Bluetooth® Light indicates the Bluetooth mode.
Note: Wireless Range is 33 feet For more information: Please see the complete online Owner’s Guide.
Bluetooth® and Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY
(VALID IN THE U.S. AND PUERTO RICO ONLY.)
LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below, this HITACHI® Sound Bar (the “Product”) is warranted
to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year star ting from the original date of purchase (the “Limited Warranty Period”) by the original
purchaser (“Purchaser”). During the Limited Warranty Period, if the Product is does not work properly due to a defect in materials or workmanship, Hitachi will, at
Hitachi’s option, either: (i) repair the Product with new or refurbished parts, or (ii) replace the Product with a new or refurbished product with equal or greater features
and functions as the Product. If Purchaser rejects, refuses or otherwise does not accept Hitachi’s repair or replacement offer, this Limited Warranty shall be void and of
no further force or effect. This Limited Warranty extends to the Purchaser only and is not transferable. To qualify for coverage under this Limited Warranty, purchaser
must notify Hitachi of a warranty claim during the Limited Warranty Period by calling 800-HITACHI and must provide a dated sales receipt for the Product.
PARTS AND LABOR: There will be no charge for any replacement parts or labor during the Limited Warrant y Period.
Any replacement part used to repair the Product may be, at Hitachi’s option, a new or refurbished part, and such replacement part will
be warranted only for 90 days or the remainder of the original 1-year Limited Warrant y Period, whichever is longer.
SERVICE LOCATIONS AND RETURNS: Products must be transported or shipped to a Hitachi-designated service center (call 800- HITACHI for more information).
Hitachi will not be responsible for any costs of transporting or shipping the Product to Hitachi-designated service center, but Hitachi will be responsible for the cost
of return-shipping repaired or replacement Products to Purchaser. Purchaser must obtain pre authorization from Hitachi before shipping any Product to
Hitachi for repair or replacement, and Purchaser must ship the Product with all shipping charges prepaid using the
Product’s original box and packaging, including all original par ts, written materials and accessories.
WARRANT Y LIMITATIONS: This Hitachi Limited Warranty does not c over: (a) any Product that has been modied or repaired in a manner not previously authorized by
Hitachi in writing; (b) any Product whose serial number has been removed, altered, replaced, defaced or rendered illegible; (c) any defect, malfunction, or failure caused
by or resulting from non-authorized service, maintenance, repair or part replacements; (d) damage resulting from abuse, misuse, mishandling, neglect or damage
caused by exposure to hostile operating environments, such as areas containing dust and/ or smoke, or in any manner other than those identied as acceptable in
the Product’s Owner’s Guide; (e) damage caused by power surges, accidents, natural disasters or any other events or circumstances outside Hitachi’s control; (f) any
Product used in any manner inconsistent with the acceptable set-up, usage, safety or installation congurations identied in the Product’s Owner’s Guide; (g) improper
opening, set-up or installation of the Product or any misadjustments caused by user-operated controls; (h) any obligation related to the removal of Product from a custom
cabinet or other specialized product installation; (i) product knobs, buttons, switches, batteries or accessories; ( j) damage caused by cleaning Product in any manner
other than as specied in the Product’s Owner’s Guide; (j) normal usage or ordinary wear and tear, including, without limitation, scratches or marks on the Product’s
exterior; (k) any damage to a Product returned for repair or replacement that is damaged due to improper packaging, mishandling or shipping by Purchaser; (l) any
Product purchased or serviced outside the United States of America and Puerto Rico; (m) any Product that has been used for commercial or industrial purposes; or
(n) any Product sold “AS IS” or in “REFURBISHED” condition. NO PERSON, AGENT, DISTRIBUTOR, DEALER, SERVICE FACILITY, OR COMPANY IS AUTHORIZED
TO CHANGE, MODIFY OR AMEND THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY, HITACHI MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTY REGARDING THE PRODUCT. FURTHER, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO ANY PORTION
OF THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICUL AR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. HITACHI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR TO ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSS OF PROFIT OR PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN, OR MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF, THE PRODUCT.
BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANT Y LASTS AND/OR THE EXCLUSION OF INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONFERS SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,
INCLUDING CERTAIN OTHER RIGHTS THAT MAY VARY DEPENDING ON YOUR JURISDICTION. This limited warranty SHALL BE governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the state of PURCHASER’s residence. FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PRODUCT OR THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, CALL 1-800 -HITACHI.
DISPOSAL AND RECYCLE INFORMATION
Dispose of this product according to local laws. RECYCLE! See www.eRecycle.org for details
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
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The HITACHI logo will illuminate for about 15 seconds 1.
when power is turned to “On”.
AUTO-BASS enhances the low frequency tones. 2.
The “NITE” Mode button can disable “AUTO-BASS”.
AUTO-VOLUME will control the volume to keep the 3.
commercials and special effects from being too loud
and will raise whispers so they can be heard.
(4A/4B) 4.
3D/SURR: Press the 3D/SURR button on the remote to
switch from 3D Sound to Surround Sound effects and “Off”.
IR Receiver: The Remote Control Sensor is located here. 5.
Blocking this sensor will prevent the remote control
operation of the Sound Bar.
The Bluetooth6.
®
light will illuminate when
the Bluetooth Mode is selected.
There are seven lights to indicate the volume level. 7.
When changing inputs these lights will indicate which 8.
input is active as shown by D1, D2, L1, L2.
The TONE (M-G-S) Mode is indicated to show Music, 9.
Game or Sports Mode.
The HEARING AID Mode is a special mode for 10.
the hearing impaired.
This light illuminates to indicate the power is “On.” 11.
TOP VIEW
SUB OUT: 1. Connect your subwoofer to this variable output.
Adjust the subwoofer output using the remote control.
Inputs: 2.
•L1: Connect your TV or other accessory
device to the line 1 input.
•L2: Connect the headphone output of your TV or
mobile device to the 1/8” (3.5mm) input.
Front Panel Indicators
Rear Panel Inputs/Output
1
6
2
7, 8, 9
3
5
4A 4B
11 10
•D1: OPTICAL: Connect your TV Optical Output to this digital input.
• D2: COAXIAL: Connect your TV Coaxial Output to this digital input.
Note: HSB40B16 Inputs/Output panel is shown.
HSB32B26 Inputs/Output order is different.
Sound Bar Control Buttons
Remote Control
Power On/Off
INPUT
D1/D2
SUBWOOFER
Output
MUTE
Bluetooth
®
HEARING AID Mode
TONE M-G-S
3D/SURR
L1/ L2
NITE Mode
Cycle through the inputs:
Bluetooth, D1, D2, L1, L2.
Press to select input D1,
press again to select input D2.
SUB + (increase)
SUB – (decrease)
Press to turn off the volume,
press again to restore the volume.
Press this button to
select the Bluetooth Input.
This listening mode is designed
to improve the sound for the
listening impaired.
Music is the default mode, press to
set the TONE for Game TONE Mode,
press again for Sports TONE Mode.
Press once to activate the 3D Sound
Mode. Press again to activate the
Surround Sound Mode, press again
to return to normal listening.
Press to select input L1 input,
press again to select the L2 input.
This listening mode activates
AUTO-VOLUME with the first press to
limit program volume peaks and to raise
whispers so they can be heard.
A second press of the NITE button will
turn AUTO-BASS off for the quietest
listening mode possible. A further press
of the NITE Mode button will return to
the normal listening mode.
Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type. Batteries shall not
be exposed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, re or the like.
How to Install Batteries:
Before using Sound Bar remote
control you must install batteries.
1. Use 2 “AAA” batteries. 2. Replace the battery
compartment cover.
VOLUME
VOL + (increase)
VOL – (decrease)
Power On/Off
INPUT
VOLUME
VOL + (increase) VOL – (decrease)
Cycle through the inputs:
Bluetooth, D1, D2, L1, L2
Energy Saving Feature:
If no audio signal is received,
the Sound Bar will automatically
shut off after 30 minutes
to save you energy.
Caution: Reduce the unit’s volume
before connecting headphones or
other devices to avoid hearing or
speaker damage.
ENERGY STAR® Qualified.
INPUT VOL– VOL+
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