Bush CBAR1000BF Instruction manual

Instruction manual

CBAR1000BF Soundbar

You’ll soon be enjoying your new Soundbar.

It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry,
there’s nothing too technical coming up. Just simple,
step-by-step guidance to get you up and running
quickly. Sound good? Then let’s get started.

Help and Guidance

We’re here to help you get the most from your Soundbar. Should you require any
guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:

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If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

Contents

Safety information

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Safety information 6

Getting to know your Soundbar

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Ready? Let’s begin 8

Accessories 8

Control panel and remote control 9

Making the connections 11

Installing the remote batteries 12

Using your Soundbar

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Standby mode 14

Switching inputs 14

Adjusting the volume 14

EQ presets 14

Mute function 14

Pairing a bluetooth device 14

Controlling a paired device 15

Bluetooth notes 15

Other information

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Wall mounting the soundbar 18

Technical specification 19

Care & maintenance 19

Product support

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Troubleshooting 22

Help and assistance 23

Disposal 24

Guarantee 25

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Safety information

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before

installing or operating

Power source

• This symbol means that this unit is double
insulated. An earth connection is not
required.

• The appliance must be connected to
a 100-240 volt 50/60Hz AC supply by
means of a three pin socket.

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

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

• The supply voltage should be the
same as that indicated in the technical
specifications and the appliance rating
plate.

• If the socket outlets in your home are not
suitable for the plug supplied with this
unit check with a qualified electrician for
replacement.

• In order to disconnect the apparatus from
the mains completely, switch off the outlet
and remove the mains plug completely.

Heat build up

• During use the unit will heat up, this is not a
malfunction. If the unit is used continuously at
high volume levels, the unit temperature will
rise considerably. Do not touch the unit to avoid
potential burns.

Colour irregularity on TV screen

Colour irregularities may be seen on certain types of
TV.

• If such an irregularity is seen turn off the TV, then
turn on again after 15 to 30 minutes.

• If the colour irregularity is still seen place the
soundbar unit further away from the TV.

Moisture and water

• Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.

• 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.

Heat sources and flames

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

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

• Do not bend, stretch or pull the supply
cable in order to avoid electric shock.

• When installed, the power socket must be
within easy reach.

• Do not install the unit in a confined space.
Allow adequate ventilation to prevent heat
build-up.

• For indoor use only.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

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Servicing and repairs

• 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.

Getting to know your Soundbar

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Getting to know your Soundbar

You’ll be up and running in no time

Ready? Let’s begin...

Please read these instructions carefully. They contain
important information which will help you get the
best from your Soundbar and ensure safe and correct
installation and operation.

If you require any further assistance, our technical
experts are happy to help. For full details, refer to
the product support section at the end of these
instructions.

Accessories

1. CBAR1000BF Soundbar

2. Remote control

3. 2 x AAA batteries

4. Digital optical audio cable

5. Mains adapter

6. Instruction manual

CBAR1000BF Soundbar

Remote control

2 x AAA batteries

Digital Optical cable

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Mains power adapter

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1. STANDBY/SOURCE button: Enter standby mode

or switch input mode between Bluetooth, AUX or
Optical.

2.

3. SKIP

4. SKIP

5. IR sensor: Aim the remote control in this direction.

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PLAY/PAUSE button: START, PAUSE or

RESUME Bluetooth playback.

/ VOLUME+ button: Skip next button for

bluetooth playback / Press and hold for Volume +.

/ VOLUME- button: Skip previous

button for bluetooth playback / Press and hold for
Volume -.

6. WALL-MOUNT key holes: Use these key holes to

mount the soundbar to a wall.

7. AUX AUDIO INPUT (3.5mm): Connect the

analogue earphone output from a smartphone or
similar using a 3.5mm audio cable.

8. OPTICAL AUDIO INPUT: Connect the digital

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

9. MAINS POWER DC INPUT: Connect the supplied

power adapter.

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Standby power: Standby mode

ON/ OFF button

PLAY/PAUSE: Begin or pause

playback (bluetooth)

Source: Press to cycle between
BLUETOOTH, AUX & OPTICAL
modes

: Skip to the previous track

(Bluetooth)

Unpair: Press to ‘Unpair’ a

connected Bluetooth device

Volume -: Press to decrease the

volume level

: Skip to the next track

(Bluetooth)

Sound EQ modes: Press repeatedly
to assign different sound EQ
modes.

Mute: Press to mute the sound
output

Volume +: Press to increase the
volume level

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Getting to know your Soundbar

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Making the connections

Follow the below connection guide to connect the soundbar to a TV with or without a digital output, a Bluray/
DVD player or an audio source such as an MP3 player/ smartphone.

DO NOT power on the mains until all other connections are made.

TV with analogue

earphone output

3.5mm audio socket
(such as earphone)

MP3 player, Smart phone or
other audio equipment

Mains power connection

DO NOT power on the mains until

all other connections are made

NOTE: The 3.5mm audio cable is
not supplied

Sockets & plugs may vary from
the diagram

TV with digital optical

output

Digital optical
audio output

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DVD, Bluray player with
digital coaxial or optical

output

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Installing the remote batteries

Remove the supplied batteries from the plastic
wrapping.

1. Press your thumb down onto the engraved arrow

on the battery compartment cover, and slide in the
direction of the arrow.

2. Insert two AAA/ LR3 batteries taking care that the

battery direction matches the printed directions
inside the battery compartment.

3. Slide the battery compartment back onto the

remote.

• 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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Getting to know your Soundbar

Using your Soundbar

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Using your Soundbar

Let’s get started

Standby mode

This unit is designed to enter STANDBY mode
automatically after 20 MINUTES (approximately) of
inactivity. Press the STANDBY button to wake the
unit.

4. Press and hold the STANDBY button on the unit (1)

or press the STANDBY button on the remote to put
the system into standby mode.

5. To wake from standby press and hold the

STANDBY button on the unit (1) or press the
STANDBY button on the remote

Switching inputs

Follow the below steps to switch inputs between :
Bluetooth, Auxiliary or Optical.

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

and hold the STANDBY button on the unit (1) or
press once on the remote.

Mute function

1. Pressing the MUTE button on the remote will

temporarily silence the audio output.

2. Press the MUTE button again to resume the audio

output.

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 on the main unit (1) or

remote control until you see a blue flashing light
appear to the right of the soundbar and you hear
two beeps.

2. When selected the unit tries to connect to

previously paired devices. If a paired device is
found and connected the blue light will stop
flashing and remain solid. If no devices are found
the blue light will continue to flash.

2. Press the SOURCE button on the unit (1) or remote

repeatedly until you reach the required input mode

• Bluetooth input Blue/Blue Flash

• Auxiliary input Orange

• Optical input Green

Adjusting the volume

1. To increase the volume level press and hold the

VOLUME+ button on the main unit (3) or remote.

2. To decrease the volume level press and hold the

VOLUME- button on the main unit (4) or remote.

EQ presets

NOTE: EQ sound modes are only available in
Bluetooth mode.

1. During playback pressing the EQ button on the

remote control repeatedly cycles through the
available sound EQ modes.

3. Enable the Bluetooth function on your audio

device and search for a device labelled ‘BUSH
CBAR1000BF’ in the available list.

4. Select and enable pairing for the ‘BUSH

CBAR1000BF’ device. If prompted for a password
enter ‘0000’.

5. If pairing is successful the sound bar will play a

chime and the blue light will stop flashing and
remain solid.

6. If the connected device goes out of range, the

sound bar will attempt to connect. 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 the UNPAIR button on the remote
control. The blue light will begin flashing again.

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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

the remote 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

on the unit (3) or remote.

3. To skip to the previous track press the SKIP

button on the main unit (4) or remote.

4. Any further operations must be done from the

audio device.

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).

PLAY/PAUSE button on the unit (2) or on

button

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.

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Other information

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Other information

Helpful technical information

Wall mounting the soundbar

1. Align the Sound bar in the chosen location.

Use a pencil to mark the drilling positions 494mm
(19.45”) apart. (Fig 1)

494mm/19.45"

Fig 1.

The Sound bar should be located at least 75mm (3”)
below the bottom of the TV.
WARNING! Take care to mount in a position out of
reach of small childeren to avoid the soundbar
causing injury or damaging equipment below.

3. Insert 2 screws (not supplied) into the holes and

tighten. Take care to leave 5mm between the
screw heads and the wall. (Fig 3)

Fig 3.

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. (Fig 3)

TV

3 inches (7.5 cm) or more

2. Drill holes as marked in STEP 1. (Fig 2)

Fig 2.

Fig 4.

• In order to avoid damage to the unit 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.

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Other information

Helpful technical information

Technical specification

Amplifier

Power output 45 MAX Watts, 30w RMS @ 10% THD

Frequency response 150Hz - 20KHz ± 3dB

Main unit

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

OUTPUT: 15V

Power consumption 30W

Standby power consumption ≤ 0.5W

Full range speaker drivers Impedance: 8 Ohm, 52mm (2”)

Frequency response: 140Hz ~ 20KHz

Dimensions Soundbar: 780 x 69 x 61mm

Mains cable length 1.5M

Remote control

Battery 2 x AAA / LR3

Bluetooth

Bluetooth compatibility EDR, A2DP, AVRCP

Bluetooth version 4.2

2.0A

Care & maintenance

After using the Soundbar

Set to Standby.

Switch the unit off at the mains and unplug it if you are
leaving it unattended for a long period (holidays etc).

Avoid leaving the battery fitted in the remote control if
you leave the unit unattended for long periods. It may
leak and damage the remote control.

Care & cleaning

All care and cleaning operations should be carried out
with the unit unplugged from the mains power.

Occasionally wipe the cabinet with a lint free duster.
Never clean the unit with liquids or solvents.

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Troubleshooting

No power.

• Ensure the mains plug is connected to a power supply, and is switched ON.

• Make sure there is power to the mains socket.

Optical cable does not fit well

• Remove the clear rubber cap from each end before use.

No sound?

• Make sure if playing from the AUX or Bluetooth input, the external source has the volume turned up and is
playing a track.

• Make sure the volume is turned up.

• If using an optical connection, ensure the source DIGITAL output is set to PCM, LPCM, PCM 2Ch stereo.

• Bluetooth device not paired. Check ‘Pairing a bluetooth device’.

No response from the Soundbar.

• 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

• Check the batteries are installed correctly.

• Replace the batteries

• Aim the remote directly at the Sound bar

Unit powers o after 20 minutes.

• This unit is designed to enter STANDBY mode automatically after 20 MINUTES of inactivity. Press and hold the
STANDBY button on the unit or press once on the remote control to wake the unit.

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Help and assistance

If you require any technical guidance or find that your Soundbar is not operating as intended, a simple solution can
often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions or online at

www.argos-support.co.uk

If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021*. To help give us give you a fast and
efficient service please have the following information ready:

Model Ref.

Serial number

Date of purchase

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CBAR1000BF

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the rating plate - a small
information panel (usually
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the rear of your product

This will be shown on
your receipt

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Disposal

• Disposal of your old product. Your product
is designed and manufactured with high
quality materials and components, which
can be recycled and reused

• When this crossed out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC.

• Please make yourself aware of the local
collection system for electrical and
electronic products.

• Please act according to your local rules
and do not dispose of your old products
with your normal household waste.

• The correct disposal of your old product
will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and
human health.

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

This product is intended for use within the UK.

Declaration of Conformance

Hereby Argos LTD declares that the radio equipment
type Bush CBAR1000BF is in compliance with
Directive 2014/53/EU.

The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address:
http://www.argos-support.co.uk

Bluetooth Frequency Band 2.4Ghz.

Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted within
above frequency band: 20dBm EIRP

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Call us now and activate your 12 month guarantee

Thank you for choosing Bush. Your new product is guaranteed against faults and
breakdowns for 12 months. Don’t forget to register it with us today so we can provide you
with our best possible after-sales service and useful updates.

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Your Bush Guarantee

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to
faulty materials or workmanship will be repaired free of charge (or if applicable the product will be replaced or the
purchase price refunded) where possible during this period by the dealer from who your 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 the manual.

• It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The
guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is

re-sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Bush disclaim any liability for loss or damage arising
from the breakdown of the product.

• This guarantee is in addition to and does not
diminish your statutory or legal rights.

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