Bush CBAR2 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

CBAR2

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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

Mute function ...................................6

Pairing a Bluetooth device ....................6

Controlling a paired device ...................7

Bluetooth notes .............................7

Wall mounting the sound bar .................8

Wall mounting advice ...........................8

Care & maintenance .........................9

Troubleshooting .............................9

Technical specifications .....................10

Disposal information ........................10

Product Codes

CBAR2

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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

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.

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Functions & controls

Please familiarize yourself with the parts and accessories listed below

Accessories included

Overview of controls

• 1 x CBAR2 sound bar

• 1 x Remote control

• 1 x CR2025 battery

• 1 x Audio cable (Coaxial)

• 1 x Audio cable (RCA - 3.5mm)

• 1 x Instruction manual

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ON OFF

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COAX L-TV-R

1: SOURCE INDICATOR Displays a different colour for

each source mode.

2: STANDBY INDICATOR On when in standby mode.
3: STANDBY touch button: Switch on the Sound bar or

switch to STANDBY mode.

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

the output volume.

5: SOURCE touch button: Select an audio source from

TV, AUX, COAX or BT inputs.

6: WALL-MOUNT KEYHOLE Use to mount the Sound

bar to a wall.

7: MAINS CABLE Connect to the wall socket
8: POWER ON/OFF SWITCH Power the unit ON or OFF.
9: COAXIAL AUDIO INPUT (RCA): Connect the digital

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

10: TV AUDIO INPUT (RCA): Connect the analogue

audio output from a TV or other audio source.

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

audio output from an MP3 player or similar using a

3.5mm audio cable.

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User instructions

Overview of remote control

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

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FLAT/TV

MOVIE

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MUSIC

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

STANDBY mode.

13: PAIR: Press and hold for 3 seconds to ‘Unpair’ a

connected Bluetooth device.

14: FLAT/TV: Press to enable the FLAT/TV sound EQ.
15: MOVIE: Press to enable the MOVIE sound EQ.
16: SKIP

: Skip to previous track for Bluetooth audio

playback.

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

output.

18: SKIP

: Skip to next track for Bluetooth audio

playback.

19:

PLAY/PAUSE: START or PAUSE Bluetooth audio

playback.

20: MUSIC: Press to enable the MUSIC sound EQ.
21: SOURCE: Select an audio source from TV, AUX,

COAX or BT inputs.

22: MUTE: Press to mute the sound output.

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.

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

Making the connections

Connection to a TV using the supplied
RCA-3.5mm audio cable.

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1: Connect the 3.5mm (small) end of the cable 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 (10), 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.

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

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AUX IN

COAX L-TV-R

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COAX L-TV-R

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COAX L-TV-R

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AUX INL-TV-R COAX

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COAX L-TV-R

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 (9).

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

Connecting a TV, DVD or GAMES CONSOLE
using an RCA - RCA audio cable (not supplied).

NOTE: Ensure that the TV PHONO connectors are

audio OUTPUTS and not audio INPUTS. If they are
INPUTS then use the RCA-3.5mm connection.

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COAX L-TV-R

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COAX L-TV-R

1: Connect one end of an RCA cable 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 (10).

NOTE: Match the RED plug to the RED socket and

the WHITE plug to the WHITE socket.

Connecting an MP3 player

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

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1: Connect the 3.5mm (small) end of the cable

(supplied) to the headphone output of your MP3

player.

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

inputs on the back of the Sound bar (10), taking care
to match the RED plug to the RED socket and the
WHITE plug to the WHITE socket.

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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 (3 Unit & 12 Remote) to

wake the unit from STANDBY mode.

2: To enter STANDBY mode press either STANDBY

buttons (3 Unit & 12 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 or Bluetooth.

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

STANDBY button (3) or remote (12).

2: Press the SOURCE button (5, 21) repeatedly until you

reach the required input mode. The input source is
denoted by a coloured LED light (1). See below table.

TV input: TV RED LED
Auxiliary input: AUX GREEN LED
Coaxial input: COAX PURPLE LED
Bluetooth input: BT BLUE LED

NOTE: When switching inputs there will be a 3
second pause after selecting BT while the unit
scans for paired devices.

Adjusting the volume level

1:To increase the volume level press the VOLUME +

button (4 Unit or 17 Remote) repeatedly or press and
hold for fast adjustment.

2: To decrease the volume level press the VOLUME -

button (4 Unit or 17 Remote) repeatedly or press and
hold for fast adjustment.

Sound effect presets

1: During playback press either MOVIE (15) or MUSIC

(20) buttons once or press and hold the FLAT/TV
(14) button to activate the sound EQ for that type of

viewing.

2: To disable the sound EQ mode press the FLAT/TV (14)

button.

Mute function

1: Pressing the MUTE button (22) 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 (5, 21) repeatedly until you

see the BLUE LED (1) appear.

2: When selected the BLUE LED will flash to indicate it

is in pairing mode, or trying to connect with an already
paired device.

3: Enable the Bluetooth function on your audio device

and search for a device labelled ‘CBAR2BT’ in the
available list.

4: Select and enable pairing for the ‘CBAR2BT’ device. If

prompted for a password enter ‘0000’.

5: If pairing is successful theBLUE LED 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 PAIR button (13) on the remote
control. The BLUE LED will start to flash again.

User instructions

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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 (19) 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

button (18).

3: To skip to the previous track press the

button (16).

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.

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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 533mm (21”)
apart.

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

3 inches (7.5 cm) or more

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2: Drill holes as marked in

step 1.

3: Insert 2 screws (not

supplied) into the holes

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

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.

533mm/21”

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User instructions

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

switched ON.

• Make sure there is power to the mains socket.

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

volume turned up and is playing a track.

• Make sure the volume is turned up.

• If using the digital coaxial 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’.

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

• Check the batteries are installed correctly.

• Replace the batteries

• Aim the remote directly at the Sound bar

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

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

Bluetooth sound is interrupted or
distorted

• Relocate the unit away from any electromagnetic radiation source.

• Remove obsticles that may be blocking the bluetooth signal.

Care & maintenance

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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

• 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 • 50W MAX
Frequency response • 20Hz - 20KHz ± 3dB
Input sensitivity • 550 mV

Main unit

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

• OUTPUT: 18V

2.5A

Power consumption • 25W
Standby power consumption • ≤ 0.5W
Tweeter speaker drivers

Subwoofer

• Impedance: 8Ohm 74mmx58mm (20 core)

• Frequency response: 250Hz ~ 20KHz

• Impedance: 8 Ohm, 78mm (3”)

• Frequency response: 45~250Hz

Dimensions • Soundbar: (length) 990 x (height) 91.5 x (depth) 57mm
Mains cable length • 1.5m

Remote control

Battery • 1 x CR2025

Bluetooth

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

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