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Instruction Manual
AXS020E / AXS020WE
Soundbar
GB
AXS020E
AXS020WE
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Contents
Some Dos and Don’ts on the Safe Use of Equipment ........................................................4
Safety Warnings ....................................................................................................................6
Unpacking .............................................................................................................................8
Product Overview .................................................................................................................9
Front View .......................................................................................................................................................9
Top View ..........................................................................................................................................................9
Bottom View ...................................................................................................................................................9
Remote Control ...................................................................................................................10
Remove the Plastic Strip from the Remote Control .........................................................10
Battery Replacement for the Remote Control ..................................................................10
Handling the Battery ................................................................................................................................ 11
Handling the Remote Control .............................................................................................................. 11
Remote Control Operation Range .....................................................................................11
Connections ........................................................................................................................12
Using the OPTICAL Connection ........................................................................................................... 12
Using the AUX Connection .................................................................................................................... 12
Using the Audio Connection ................................................................................................................. 13
Connecting to the Mains Supply ......................................................................................................... 13
General Operation ..............................................................................................................14
Selecting Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 14
Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................................................................. 14
Maintenance .......................................................................................................................14
Cleaning the Unit ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Hints and Tips .....................................................................................................................15
Specications ......................................................................................................................15
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SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT
Used correctly, domestic batteries are a safe and dependable source
of portable power. Problems can occur if they are misused or abused
– resulting in leakage or, in extreme cases, re or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to
eliminate any such problems.
Take care to t your batteries
correctly, observing the plus and
minus marks on the battery and
appliance. Incorrect tting can cause
leakage or, in extreme cases, re or
even an explosion.
Replace the whole set of batteries at
one time, taking care not to mix old
and new batteries or batteries of
dierent types, since this can result in
leakage or, in extreme cases, re or
even an explosion.
Remove dead batteries from
equipment and all batteries from
equipment you know you are not
going to use for a long time.
Otherwise the batteries may leak and
cause damage.
Store unused batteries in their
packaging and away from metal
objects which may cause a
short-circuit resulting in leakage or, in
extreme cases, re or even an
explosion.
Never dispose of batteries in re as
this can cause them to explode.
Please recycle dead batteries; do not
put with the normal household
waste.
Supervise children if they are
replacing batteries themselves in
order to ensure these guidelines are
followed.
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
batteries, either in a charger or by
applying heat to them. They may
leak, cause re or even explode.
There are special rechargeable
batteries which are clearly marked as
such.
Remember that small button cell
batteries such as used in some
hearing aids, toys, games and other
appliances, are easily swallowed by
young children and this can be
dangerous.
Make sure battery compartments are
secure.
Keep loose button cells away from
young children.
Seek medical advice if you believe a
cell has been swallowed.
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety
standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the
best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads
and inter-connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Switch o and withdraw the
mains plug before making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or
safety of your equipment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on the equipment.
DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or
subjected to excessive wear and tear or heat.
DON’T remove any xed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and
shorten the life of the equipment.
DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects
lled with liquids, such as vases.
DON’T place hot objects or naked ame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights
on, or close, to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to res.
DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER x legs with wooden screws. To ensure complete
safety always t the manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the xings
provided and according to the instructions.
DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios that will distract you from the
requirements of trac safety.
DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your
hearing.
DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specically stated
that is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch o
using the ON/OFF switch on the equipment or at the mains socket, and make
sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be
made for inrm or handicapped people.
DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working
normally, or if it is damaged in any way – switch o, remove the mains plug from
the mains socket and consult your dealer.
ABOVE ALL
– NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other
opening in the equipment – this could result in a fatal electric shock.
– NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to
be safe than sorry!
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Used correctly, domestic batteries are a safe and dependable source
of portable power. Problems can occur if they are misused or abused
– resulting in leakage or, in extreme cases, re or explosion.
Here are some simple guidelines to safe battery use designed to
eliminate any such problems.
Store unused batteries in their
packaging and away from metal
objects which may cause a
short-circuit resulting in leakage or, in
extreme cases, re or even an
explosion.
Take care to t your batteries
correctly, observing the plus and
minus marks on the battery and
appliance. Incorrect tting can cause
leakage or, in extreme cases, re or
even an explosion.
Remove dead batteries from
equipment and all batteries from
equipment you know you are not
going to use for a long time.
Otherwise the batteries may leak and
cause damage.
Replace the whole set of batteries at
one time, taking care not to mix old
and new batteries or batteries of
dierent types, since this can result in
leakage or, in extreme cases, re or
even an explosion.
Never dispose of batteries in re as
this can cause them to explode.
Please recycle dead batteries; do not
put with the normal household
waste.
Never attempt to recharge ordinary
batteries, either in a charger or by
applying heat to them. They may
leak, cause re or even explode.
There are special rechargeable
batteries which are clearly marked as
such.
Keep loose button cells away from
young children.
Supervise children if they are
replacing batteries themselves in
order to ensure these guidelines are
followed.
Make sure battery compartments are
secure.
Remember that small button cell
batteries such as used in some
hearing aids, toys, games and other
appliances, are easily swallowed by
young children and this can be
dangerous.
Seek medical advice if you believe a
cell has been swallowed.
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Safety Warnings
• Read all the instructions carefully before
using the unit and keep them for future
reference.
• Retain the manual. If you pass the unit
onto a third party make sure to include this
manual.
• Check that the voltage marked on the
rating label matches your mains voltage.
Damage
• Please inspect the unit for damage after
unpacking.
• Do not continue to operate the unit if you
are in any doubt about it working normally,
or if it is damaged in any way - switch o,
withdraw the mains plug and consult your
dealer.
Location of Unit
• The unit must be placed on a at stable
surface and should not be subjected to
vibrations.
• Do not place the unit on sloped or unstable
surfaces as the unit may fall o or tip over.
• The mains socket must be located near the
unit and should be easily accessible.
Temperature
• Avoid extreme degrees of temperature,
either hot or cold. Place the unit well away
from heat sources such as radiators or gas/
electric res.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and other
sources of heat.
Naked Flames
• Never place any type of candle or naked
ame on the top of or near the unit.
Moisture
• To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
product damage, do not expose this unit
to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing. No
objects lled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the unit.
• If you spill any liquid into the unit, it can
cause serious damage. Switch it o at the
mains immediately. Withdraw the mains
plug and consult your dealer.
Ventilation
• To prevent the risk of electric shock or
re hazard due to overheating, ensure
that curtains and other materials do not
obstruct the ventilation vents.
• Do not install or place this unit in a
bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
conned space. Ensure the unit is well
ventilated.
Safety
• Always disconnect the unit from the mains
supply before connecting/ disconnecting
other devices or moving the unit.
• Unplug the unit from the mains socket
before a lightning storm.
Mains Adapter
• The mains adapter will continue to draw
electricity from the mains supply when
plugged in the mains socket. In the
interests of safety and to avoid unnecessary
energy consumption, never leave the
adapter plugged in the mains socket
while unattended for long periods of time.
Disconnect the adapter from the power
supply.
Mains Adapter Cable
• Make sure the unit or unit stand is not
resting on top of the mains adapter cable,
as the weight of the unit may damage the
cable and create a safety hazard.
Interference
• Do not place the unit on or near appliances
which may cause electromagnetic
interference. If you do, it may adversely
aect the operating performance of the
unit, and cause a distorted picture or sound.
Batteries
• Batteries used in the remote control for this
unit are easily swallowed by young children
and this is dangerous.
• Please dispose of batteries correctly by
following the guidance in this manual.
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Supervision
• Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the unit and the
remote control.
• Never let anyone especially children push
anything into the holes, slots or any other
openings in the case - this could result in a
fatal electric shock.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 unit’s enclosure
that may be of sucient 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 manual
accompanying the unit.
Service
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove screws. The unit does not contain
any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all
maintenance work to qualied personnel.
• Do not open any xed covers as this may
expose dangerous voltages.
Maintenance
• Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the
power supply before cleaning.
• Do not use any type of abrasive pad or
abrasive cleaning solutions as these may
damage the unit’s surface.
• Do not use liquids to clean the unit.
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Thank you for purchasing your new HITACHI Soundbar.
We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual
so that you fully understand all the operational features it oers. You will
also nd some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues.
Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this
instruction manual for future reference.
Unpacking
Remove all items from the packaging. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it please do so
according to local regulations.
The following items are included:
Main Unit
Remote Control
3.5mm to
RCA Stereo Audio Cable
3.5mm to
3.5mm Stereo Audio Cable
Mains Adapter
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Product Overview
Front View
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1. Speakers
2. LED Indicator
• Unlit when the unit is in STANDBY
mode.
• Lights up blue in AUX IN or AUDIO
IN modes.
• Lights up red in OPTICAL mode.
Top View
1.
Button
Switches the unit between ON and
STANDBY modes.
2. MODE Button
Selects the input source.
3. Remote Control Sensor
Receives signal from the remote
control.
1 2 3 4
3. VOL – Button
Decreases the volume.
4. VOL + Button
Increases the volume.
Bottom View
1. D1 OPTICAL Socket
2. DC IN Socket
1 2 3 4
3. AUDIO IN (L/R) Sockets
4. AUX IN Socket
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Remote Control
1.
Button
Switches the unit between ON and
STANDBY modes.
2. MODE Button
Selects the input source.
3.
Button
Mutes the unit or resumes the sound.
4. VOL + Button
Increases the volume.
5. VOL – Button
Decreases the volume.
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2
3
4
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Remove the Plastic Strip from the Remote Control
Remove the plastic strip from the battery if the battery is
being used for the rst time. It is located at the bottom rear
of the remote control.
Battery Replacement for the Remote Control
The remote control requires a CR2025, 3V Lithium battery.
1. Slide and hold the battery release tab in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Pull out the battery holder and remove the old
battery.
3. Replace with a new battery.
4. Insert the battery holder back into the remote
control.
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Handling the Battery
• Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which
could cause re, personal injury or damage to property.
• Install the battery correctly in the battery compartment. Normally the battery’s
positive polarity (+) will face up.
• Use only the battery type indicated in this manual.
• Do not dispose of the used battery as domestic waste. Dispose of it in accordance with
local regulations.
• Small button cell batteries such as the one used in the remote control are easily
swallowed by young children and this is dangerous. Keep loose button cells away from
young children and make sure that the battery is secure in the remote control. Seek
medical advice if you believe a battery cell has been swallowed.
Handling the Remote Control
• Take care of your ngernails when you slide and pull the battery release tab.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not allow anything to impact the remote control.
• Do not spill water or liquid on the remote control.
• Do not place the remote control on a wet object.
• Do not place the remote control under direct sunlight or near sources of excessive
heat.
• Remove the battery from the remote control when not in use for a long period of time,
as corrosion or battery leakage may occur and result in physical injury, and/or property
damage, and/or re.
• When the battery is exhausted, the remote control will not function.
Remote Control Operation Range
• The remote control sensor on the front unit is
sensitive to the remote control’s commands
up to a maximum of 5 metres away and within
a maximum of a 60° arc.
• Please note that the operating distance may
vary depending on the brightness of the
room.
30° 30°
Max. 5 m
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Connections
Using the OPTICAL Connection
Use an optical cable (not included) to connect the TV’s OPTICAL OUT socket to the
soundbar’s D1 OPTICAL socket.
Bottom view of the unit
OPTICAL cable
(not included)
TV
Using the AUX Connection
Use a 3.5mm to RCA stereo audio cable (included) to connect the TV’s audio output sockets
to the soundbar’s AUX IN socket.
Bottom view of the unit
3.5mm to RCA stereo audio cable
(included)
TV
Use a 3.5mm to 3.5mm stereo audio cable (included) to connect the TV’s headphone socket
to the soundbar’s AUX IN socket.
Bottom view of the unit
3.5mm to 3.5mm stereo audio cable
(included)
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Using the Audio Connection
Use an RCA stereo audio cable (not included) to connect the TV’s audio output sockets to
the soundbar’s AUDIO IN (L/R) sockets.
Bottom view of the unit
RCA stereo audio cable
(not included)
TV
To listen with AUDIO IN (L/R) sockets in AUX mode, make sure AUX IN socket is unplugged.
Connecting to the Mains Supply
• This unit is designed to operate with the provided mains adapter.
• Connecting the unit to any other power source may damage the unit. Unwind the
mains adapter cable to its full length. Connect the end of the cable to the DC IN Socket
at the bottom of the unit and then connect the mains adapter to the mains socket.
Make sure the mains adapter is rmly inserted into the mains socket. The unit is now
connected and ready to use.
• To switch the unit o completely, unplug the mains adapter from the mains socket.
Ensure all audio connections of the unit are connected
before connecting to the mains power socket.
Bottom view of the unit
To the mains
socket
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General Operation
When you rst connect the unit to the mains socket, the unit will be in STANDBY mode.
The LED indicator will not light up.
• Press
indicator will light up blue.
• Press
• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit o
completely.
When the unit volume is close to mute or is idle for approximately 15 minutes, it will
automatically switch to Standby.
on the unit or the remote control to switch the unit to ON mode. The LED
to switch the unit back to STANDBY mode. The LED indicator will not light up.
Selecting Modes
Press MODE on the unit or the remote control to switch between AUX and OPTICAL mode.
The LED indicator will light up blue if in AUX mode and red if in OPTICAL mode.
AUX mode is the default mode every time the unit is switched on.
Adjusting the Volume
• Press VOL +/– on the unit or the remote control to adjust the volume.
• If you wish to turn the sound o, press
resume normal listening.
on the remote control. Press again to
Maintenance
Cleaning the Unit
Ensure the unit is fully unplugged from the mains socket before cleaning.
• To clean the unit, wipe the case with a slightly moist, lint-free cloth.
• Do not use any cleaning uids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.
• Do not spray aerosol at or near the unit.
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Hints and Tips
If a problem occurs, it may often be due to something very minor. The following table
contains various tips:
Problem Solution
No power. • Ensure the mains adapter is connected securely at both ends.
• Make sure that the ON mode is selected.
The remote control
is not functioning.
• Use the remote control near the unit.
• Point the remote control at the remote sensor on the unit.
• Replace the battery in the remote control with a new one.
• Remove any obstacles between the remote control and the unit.
Loud hum or noise
is heard.
If any functional abnormality is encountered, unplug the unit from the mains socket and reconnect it
again.
• The plugs and sockets are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly
moistened with an appropriate non-abrasive cleaning solution.
Specications
Model AXS020E / AXS020WE
Mains Adapter Input AC 100-240V ~50/60Hz, 0.8A
Output DC 15V, 2.0A
Power Consumption 30W
Speaker Output Power 2 x 15 Wrms @ 2% THD
Net Weight 1.5kg
Dimension 812mm(W) x 68mm(D) x 82mm(H)
Features and specications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Notes for battery disposal
The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. To
preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations.
Do not dispose of batteries with normal household waste.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the
product.
The above mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or
discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems
available. If the batteries or accumulators included with this equipment display the chemical
symbol Hg, Cd or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than
0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.
In the unlikely event of a problem developing, please contact the store where you purchased
your equipment.
We continually strive to improve our products; specications may change without prior notice.
For advice on where to purchase accessories, please contact the store where you purchased your
equipment.
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and all rights are acknowledged.
Importer: Elkjøp, Solheimsveien 6-8, PB 153, NO 1471 Lørenskog, Norge
Norge: 815 32 000 Sverige: 0771 115 115
Danmark: 70 80 70 70 Suomi: 020321321
Manufacturer: Hitachi Europe Ltd., Whitebrook Park, Lower Cookham Road,
Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 8YA U.K.
IB-AXS020E_WE-GB-130827V4
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