Bush A4 Instruction manual

Instruction Manual

A4

Table of contents

Accessories included ............................3

Overview of controls .............................3

Overview of remote control ......................4

Preparing the remote control ................. 4

Installing batteries in the remote ................4

Making the connections ......................5

Mains connection ............................6

Standby mode ...............................6

General operation ...........................6

Switching inputs ................................ 6

Adjusting the volume level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Sound effect presets ............................6

Bass enhancement .............................6

Mute function ...................................7

Sleep timer ...................................... 7

Adjusting the display brightness ................7

Pairing a Bluetooth device ....................7

Bluetooth status table .......................7

Controlling a paired device ...................8

Bluetooth notes .............................8

Wall mounting the sound bar .................9

Wall mounting advice ...........................9

Care & maintenance ........................10

Troubleshooting ............................10

Technical specifications .....................11

Disposal information ........................11

Product Codes

A4

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Safety information

Important – Please read these instructions fully before installation

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE, REFER ANY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

• Please read this owner’s guide

• Please take the time to follow the instructions in
this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up
and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its
advanced features.

• Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.

• The product label is located on the back of the
product.

• Heed all warnings - on the product and in the
owner’s guide.

• This product must be used indoors. It is neither
designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation
vehicles, or on boats.

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

• Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, and laundry tub, in a wet basement,
near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water
or moisture is present.

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

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time - to prevent
damage to this product.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel

• Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way: such as 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 -
Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other hazards.

• To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid
overloading wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles.

• Use proper power sources - Plug the product into a
proper power source, as described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the product.

• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily accessible.

Electrical Information
This sound bar is fitted with a BS1363/A 13 amp plug.
If it is not suitable for your supply sockets it must be
removed and replaced with an appropriate plug.
If the plug becomes damaged and/or needs to be
replaced please follow the wiring instructions below.
The plug removed must be disposed of immediately.
It must not be plugged into a supply socket as this will
be an electrical hazard.

If the fuse needs to be replaced it must be of the same
rating and ASTA approved to BS1362. If the plug is
changed, a fuse of the appropriate rating must be fitted
in the plug, adapter or at the distribution board. If the
fuse in a moulded plug is replaced, the fuse cover must
be refitted before the appliance can be used.

2-Core plug WARNING: Do not connect either wire to
the earth terminal.

This symbol indicates that this 2-core appliance is
Class II and does not require an earth connection.

• The unit is designed to operate on AC mains
supply 230 volts, 50 Hz.

• The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

BLUE.........NEUTRAL

BROWN.....LIVE

• Under no circumstances should Neutral or Live wires

be connected to the ‘E’ (Earth) terminal.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks is under license

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Functions & controls

Please familiarize yourself with the parts and accessories listed below

Accessories included

• 1 x A4 sound bar

• 1 x Subwoofer

• 1 x Remote control

Overview of controls

• 1 x CR2025 battery

• 1 x Audio cable (RCA - RCA)

• 1 x Audio cable (Coaxial)

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3 4 5

6

7

• 1 x Audio cable (3.5 - 3.5mm)

• 1 x mains adapter

• 1 x Instruction manual

1: STANDBY touch button: Switch on the Sound bar or

switch to STANDBY mode.

2: SOURCE touch button: Select an audio source from

TV, AUX, COAX or BT inputs.

3:

PLAY/PAUSE touch button: START, PAUSE or

RESUME Bluetooth playback.

4: SKIP

5: VOLUME + / - touch buttons: Increase or decrease

6: DISPLAY Indicates the current status of the unit.
7: WALL-MOUNT BRACKETS Use these brackets to fix

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/ touch button: Skip previous & next

buttons for bluetooth playback.

the output volume.

the Sound bar to a wall.

AUX DC INCOAXRL

TV

8 9 10

8: AUX AUDIO INPUT (3.5mm) Connect the analogue

audio output from an MP3 player or similar using a

3.5mm audio cable.

9: TV AUDIO INPUT (RCA): Connect the analogue audio

output from a TV or other audio source.

10: COAXIAL AUDIO INPUT (RCA): Connect the digital

audio output from a TV, DVD or Blu-ray player.

11: MAINS POWER DC INPUT: Connect the supplied

power adapter.

11

User instructions

Overview of remote control

If you have damaged or missing parts,
call the Customer Helpline: 0870 600 3030

13

12

14

15

16

17

VOL +

-

B

-

VOL

23

22

21

B +

20

19

18

Preparing the remote control

Before use, pull the tab out from the bottom of the
remote control. This allows the terminals contact with
the pre-installed battery.

12: PLAY/PAUSE: STAR T or PAUSE Bluetooth

playback.

13: SOURCE: Select an audio source from TV, AUX,

COAX or BT inputs.

14: STANDBY: Switch on the Sound bar or switch to

STANDBY mode.

15: SKIP

playback.

16: VOLUME - / +: Increase or decrease the volume

output.

17: OPTION: Press and hold for 3 seconds to ‘Unpair’ a

connected Bluetooth device.

18: SLEEP: Activates the sleep timer function.
19: DIM: Press this button to adjust the display

brightness.

20: BASS - / +: Increase or decrease the bass output.
21: MUTE: Press to mute the sound output.
22: SKIP
23: SOUND EQ MODES: Press repeatedly to assign

different sound EQ modes: STANDARD, MOVIE,
MUSIC or NEWS.

: Skip to previous track for Bluetooth

: Skip to next track for Bluetooth playback.

Installing batteries in the remote

1: Push open the battery compartment on the bottom of

the remote control using a fingernail.

2: Insert a CR2025 battery into the space taking care to

match the + & - polarity symbols correctly.

3: Replace the battery compartment.

Disposal of batteries

Dispose of used batteries with regard to the recycling
regulations in your area.
Do NOT short circuit batteries or throw them into water,
the general rubbish or in a fire. Weak batteries can leak
and damage the remote control. Replace them in good
time!

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User instructions

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TV

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TV

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TV

Making the connections

Connecting a TV, DVD or GAMES CONSOLE
using the supplied RCA - RCA audio cable.

Connection to a T V using an RCA-3.5mm
audio cable.

NOTE: Ensure that the TV PHONO connectors are
audio OUTPUTS and not audio INPUTS. If they are
INPUTS then use RCA-3.5mm audio cable

TV

AUX DC INCOAXRL

1: Connect one end of the RCA cable (supplied) to the

TV, DVD or CONSOLE audio output RCA sockets.

2: Connect the other end to the TV inputs on the back of

the Sound bar (9).

NOTE: Match the RED plug to the RED socket and

the WHITE plug to the WHITE socket.

DIGITAL connection to a TV, DVD or Blu-ray
player using the supplied COAXIAL cable.

TV

AUX DC INCOAXRL

TV

AUX DC INCOAXRL

1: Connect the 3.5mm (small) end of the cable (not

supplied) to the TV headphone 3.5mm audio output

socket.

2: Connect the other RED & WHITE ends to the TV

inputs on the back of the Sound bar (9), taking care
to match the RED plug to the RED socket and the

WHITE plug to the WHITE socket.

NOTE: In some cases the Sound bar volume

output is effected by the volume level on the TV.
In this case adjust the TV volume to increase the
audio output from the sound bar.

If no sound can be heard from the sound bar using
this connection, you may need to check your TV
settings to enable the headphone socket output.

Connecting an MP3 player

The below diagram shows the connection to an audio
device such as an MP3 player, using a 3.5mm audio
cable (supplied).

TV

AUX DC INCOAXRL

1: Connect one end of the RCA COAX cable (supplied)

to the TV, DVD or Blu-ray COAXIAL audio output RCA
socket.

2: Connect the other end to the COAX input on the back

of the Sound bar (10).

NOTE: You may need to activate PCM (Downmix)
on your source device EG:- TV, DVD or Blu-ray
player.

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1: Connect one end of the 3.5mm audio cable (supplied)

to the headphone output of your MP3 player.

2: Connect the other end to the AUX input (3.5mm

socket) on the back of the Sound bar (8).

User instructions

Mains connection

Connecting mains power

1: Connect the attached mains plug to a UK mains

power supply outlet.

2: Switch the power outlet ON.

Standby mode

1: Press the STANDBY button (1 Unit & 14 Remote) to

wake the unit from STANDBY mode.

2: To enter STANDBY mode press either STANDBY

buttons (1 Unit & 14 Remote).

NOTE: As part of the power saving mode the unit

will enter STANDBY mode automatically after 20
minutes (approx) of no audio output.

General operation

Switching inputs

Follow the below steps to switch inputs between : TV,
Auxilliary, Coaxial, Bluetooth or Optical.

1: Ensure the Sound bar is powered ON. If not press the

STANDBY button (1) or remote (14).

2: Press the SOURCE button (2, 13) repeatedly until you

reach the required input mode.

Adjusting the volume level

1:To increase the volume level press the VOLUME +

button (5 Unit or 16 Remote) repeatedly or press and
hold for fast adjustment.

BASS

2: To decrease the volume level press the VOLUME -

button (5 Unit or 16 Remote) repeatedly or press and
hold for fast adjustment.

Sound effect presets

1: During playback pressing the SOUND EQ button on

the remote control (23) repeatedly cycles through the
available sound modes.

Choose between :- STANDARD (STD), MOVIE, MUSIC
or NEWS.

MOVIE

MUSIC

NEWS

2: As you select a sound mode the corresponding name

appears on the display to indicate that sound mode
is active.

TV input: TV
Auxilliary input: AUX
Coaxial input: COAX
Bluetooth input: BT

NOTE: When switching inputs there will be a 5
second pause after selecting BT while the unit
scans for paired devices.

NOTE: The STANDARD sound mode when selected
does not show an icon on the display.

Bass enhancement

1: To increase the bass level press the BASS (B)+ button

(20) repeatedly.

BASS

MUSIC

2: To decrease the bass level press the BASS (B)- button

(20) repeatedly.

NOTE: The BASS levels range from -3 to +3.

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User instructions

Mute function

1: Pressing the MUTE button (21) on the remote will

temporarily silence the audio output. You will see
‘MUTE’ flash on the display to indicate the mute
function is active.

BASS

MUSIC

2: Press the MUTE button again to resume the audio

output.

Sleep timer

The unit can be set to enter STANDBY mode after a
period of time.

1: During playback mode press the SLEEP button (18) to

enter the timer settings.

2: Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to cycle through

the available time duration options of :- 5, 10, 15, 30,
45, 60, 90 minutes & OFF.

BASS

MUSIC

3: When you have selected the required timer duration,

just leave all buttons untouched for 2 seconds and
the timer will begin the countdown.

4: When the timer elapses the STANDBY mode will be

activated.

Adjusting the display brightness

1: Press the DIM. button (19) repeatedly to cycle through

the 3 brightness states LOW, MED & HIGH.

Pairing a Bluetooth device

Before you can use the sound bar with your phone or
other bluetooth capable device you will need to pair the
device to the sound bar.

1: Press the SOURCE button (2, 13) repeatedly until you

see ‘BT’ appear on the display.

BASS

MUSIC

2: When selected the ‘BT’ text on the display will flash

while the unit tries to connect to previously paired
devices. If no devices are found the ‘BT’ text will still
flash but slowly to indicate it is ready for pairing a new
device.

3: Enable the Bluetooth function on your audio device

and search for a device labelled ‘BUSH A4’ in the
available list.

4: Select and enable pairing for the ‘BUSH A4’ device. If

prompted for a password enter ‘0000’.

5: If pairing is successful the sound bar will beep and

the ‘BT’ text will stop flashing.

6: If the connected device goes out of range, the sound

bar will attempt to connect for 2 minutes. When the
device comes into range the sound bar will reconnect
again automatically.

7: To remove a paired device using only the sound bar,

press and hold the OPTION button (17) on the remote
control. The ‘BT’ text will begin flashing slowly again.

Bluetooth status table

‘BT’ state Reason

‘BT’ solid (no flash) • Connected

‘BT’ flash • Auto re-connecting with last

paired device.

• Pairing mode

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User instructions

Controlling a paired device

Once connected you can either use the controls on
the audio device to begin playback, skip tracks etc.
Or you can use the control buttons on the sound bar &
remote.

1: The PLAY/PAUSE button (3 or 12) when pressed will

begin playback of the selected track on the audio
device. Press again to pause playback.

2: To skip to the next track press the SKIP

or 22).

3: To skip to the previous track press the SKIP

button (4 or 15).

4: Any further operations must be done from the audio

device.

NOTE: the volume output is effected by the
volume level on the audio source EG: Phone or
laptop, so make sure that is set to about 70-80% (
not too loud to avoid distortion).

Bluetooth notes

• The operation range of bluetooth is approximately 10
meters (30 Feet). Any obstacles in the path between
devices may reduce this range.

• Only one Bluetooth device can be paired at a time.

• Not all Bluetooth devices are compatible.

button (4

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Wall mounting the sound bar

1: Align the Sound bar in the

chosen location. Use a
pencil to mark the drilling
positions 530mm (20.87”)
apart.

NOTE: The Sound bar should be located at least
75mm (3”) below the bottom of the TV.

530mm/20.87"

TV

3 inches (7.5 cm) or more

2: Drill holes as marked in

step 1.

NOTE: You will need to ensure the screws are long
enough to sufficiently grip the wall while allowing
5mm between screw head & wall.

4: Hook the Sound bar into the screws. For secure

mounting ensure the screw heads slide firmly into the
narrow part of the brackets.

Wall mounting advice

• In order to avoid damage to the equipment and
personal injury you should get a qualified person to
drill the fixing surface and fit the appropriate wall
fixings.

• Take care not to allow the main unit to fall while
attempting to hook onto the wall mount brackets.

• Before mounting, check the wall strength, if it is not
clear then consult relevant qualified personnel.

• When drilling into walls, always check that there are no
hidden wires or pipes etc.

• Make sure the screws & wall plugs are suitable for
supporting the unit.

3: Insert 2 screws (not

supplied) into the holes

and tighten. Take care to
leave 5mm between the
screw heads and the wall.

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User instructions

Care & maintenance

•

Important: Always unplug the appliance from

the power socket during cleaning and maintenance .

• Ensure the unit is switched off and unpluggedfrom
any electrical outlet

• Wipe the case with a slightly moist lint free cloth

• Do not use any cleaning fluids containing alcohol,
ammonia or abrasives

• Do not spray an aerosol at or near the object

• Do not allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into
any openings

• Do not insert sharp items into speaker grills or any
other openings

Troubleshooting

In the unlikely event of difficulties with your appliance please follow the trouble shooting guide below.
If the problem persists, contact the retailer if the machine is still under guarantee.
Customer helpline: 0345 600 3021

PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION

No Power • Ensure the mains plug is connected to a power supply, and is

No Sound • Make sure if playing from the AUX input, the external source has the

No response from the unit • Unplug the power cable for 1 minute then plug back in again.

Remote control does not work • Reduce the distance between the remote and main unit

Unit powers off after 20 minutes • This unit is designed to enter STANDBY mode automatically after 20

switched ON.

• Make sure there is power to the mains socket.

volume turned up and is playing a track.

• Make sure the volume is turned up.

• If using the digital coaxial or optical cable connection ensure the
source DIGITAL output is set to PCM, LPCM, PCM 2Ch stereo or PCM
downmix.

• Bluetooth device not paired. Check ‘Bluetooth operation’.

• Check the batteries are installed correctly.

• Replace the batteries

• Aim the remote directly at the Sound bar

MINUTES of inactivity. Press the STANDBY button to wake the unit.

• Always us the original packaging if it is necessary to
transport the unit at any time

• If the unit is used in a dusty environment, it may be
necessary to have the unit serviced at your local
dealer periodically. It is not advisable to allow large
deposits of dust to accumulate within the unit as
it may prevent adequate cooling. Similarly dust
deposits which become damp can sometimes lead
to electrical problems which may cause severe
damage to the delicate electronics within this unit.

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User instructions

Technical specifications

Amplifier

Power Output • 100W MAX
Frequency response • 20 Hz - 20KHz ± 3dB
Input sensitivity • 550 mV

Main unit

Power supply • INPUT: 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz

Power consumption • 25W
Standby power consumption • ≤ 0.5W
Full range speaker drivers

Subwoofer

Dimensions • Soundbar: 900 x 90 x 60mm (35.43” x 3.54” x 2.36”)
Mains cable length • 1.5m

Remote control

Battery • 1 x CR2025

Bluetooth

Bluetooth compatibility • EDR, A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth version • 2 .1

• OUTPUT: 24V

• Impedance: 4 Ohm, 65mm (2.5”)

• Frequency response: 250Hz ~ 20KHz

• Impedance: 8 Ohm, 78mm (3”)

• Frequency response: 45~250Hz

1.5A

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by any minor inconsistencies in these instructions,
which may occur as a result of product improvements and development.

This appliance complies with the following EEC directives:
2006/95/EEC Low voltage directive
2004/108/EEC EMC directive

Disposal information

The symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local council office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where the product was purchased.

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Guarantee

PRODUCT GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of

Year

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.

Any defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from
whom you purchased the unit.

The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or

consumable items.
The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions

contained in this manual.

It must be used solely for domestic purpose.

The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by

inexpert repair.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.

Guarantor: Argos Limited

489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard

Central Milton Keynes

MK9 2NW

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