MAJORITY BEN NEVIS Instruction Manual

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MAJORITY

BEN NEVIS

Audio Soundbar & Subwoofer

Instrucons Guide

Controls And Funcons ���������������������������������������������� 1
What’s In The Box? ��������������������������������������������������� 6
Instrucons Guide �����������������������������������������������������7

Connecons �������������������������������������������������������������� 8
Oponal: Using a Opcal Input��������������������������������� 9
Bluetooth Operaon ������������������������������������������������ 10
AUX-In ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 11

FM Mode ����������������������������������������������������������������� 12

Troubleshoong ������������������������������������������������������ 13
Warranty ����������������������������������������������������������������� 14
Safety Informaon����������������������������������������������������15

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Contents

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YEAR
WARRANTY

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Controls And Funcons

Side View / Control Buttons

1. Power

2. Mode

3. Volume +/Next

4. Volume-/previous

5. USB Function

POWER

Mode

VOL +/ NEXT

VOL -/ PREV

USB

LINE IN

2

1

3

4

BEN NEVIS

5

6

2

Sub Woofer

1. Bluetooth Receiver

2. DC adapter input

3. Power Switch

Controls And Funcons

BEN NEVIS

Wireless Bluetooth Surround Bar & Subwoofer

Technical Specications
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDA
Wireless Subwoofer 70w
Power Source: External DC adaptor 12V/1A

ANT

POWER

OFF ON

DC IN 12V

1

2

3

3

Remote Control

1. Power On/O

2. Bluetooth Mode

3. USB/SD Mode

4. Play/Pause

5. Movie Mode

6. Bass Adjustment

7. Mode Select

8. Aux Mode

9. Line in

10. Optical Audio Port

11. FM Radio

12. Previous/Next

13. Voice

14. Adjustment

15. Treble Adjustment

16. Volume Adjustment

Controls And Funcons

MODE

LINE

FM

ADJ.

AUX

OPT

VOICE

USB

SD

MOVIE

BASS TREBLE

BEN NEVIS

VOLUME

1

7

8

10

13

15

9

11

12

14

16

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3

4

5

6

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Remote Control Operation

To use the remote control, point the remote at the remote
sensor on the front panel. You will be able to view any setting
changes via the remote on the front right of the soundbar.

The remote control works within a distance of approximately 8
meters from the sensor and within an angle of 30 degrees from
the left and ride side.

Sound Functions

MOVIE - Recommended setting for lm viewing and for audio

that requires a punchy and bass-like sound

VOICE - Recommended for TV viewing when cinematic sound
experience is not required.

ADJ - Setting to adjust bass and treble sound of the sound bar
and sub-woofer

BASS - Adjust the bass

Treble - Adjust the treble

Controls And Funcons

Remote Control Functions

5

Please Note:

Remove the batteries when you don’t intend to use the remote
control for a long time.

Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the remote
control.

Be environmentally friendly and dispose of batteries according
to government regulations.

Changing the battery

The battery compartment is at the back of the remote.

Pinch the left side of the battery compartment and pull the
compartment towards you to release from the remote.

Insert a Lithium cell CV2025 3V battery within the compartment
and push the compartment back into the remote.

Controls And Funcons

6

What’s In The Box?

1. Ben Nevis Surround Sound Bar

2. Ben Nevis Wireless Subwoofer

3. Remote Control

4. 2 x DC-in Power Cables

5. AUX Line In TV Connection Cable

6. Mounting parts

Box Contents

7

Instrucons Guide

Getting Started

Plug the sound bar and subwoofer into the mains via the power
cables provided. The sound bar will now light up on the front
panel.

Ensure that the subwoofer is also switched to ‘on’ at the back of
the unit.

After a few seconds, the sound bar and the subwoofer will
wirelessly connect to each other.

As the sound bar are now set up, you can now connect them to
the following audio: TV Connection, Bluetooth, AUX-in and FM.

Ensure that the power supply voltage is in the voltage of
100V~240V.

Please note:

This unit is designed to use adapter.
Connecting the unit to any other power source may cause
damage to the unit.

Unwind the mains cable to its full length. Connect the mains
plug to a mains socket. Make sure the mains plug is fully inserted
into the mains socket.

The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device must remain readily operable.

Connect the Adapter to the unit and AC Socket.

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Instrucons Guide

Using the AUX ‘Line In’ Connection

Use the RCA Stereo Audio Cable to connect the TV’s stereo
RCA(L/R).

Connect the audio output socket to the side of the Sound bar via
the ‘LINE IN’ input sockets of the unit.

Once your TV and Ben Nevis are connected, press the AUX
button on the remote control or press the source button on the
unit to choose the AUX function.

Turn on your television set to use the Majority Ben Nevis.

Connections

Wall BracketDC INOptical Input

S. W Out

9

Optional: Using a Optical Input

Instrucons Guide

You will need: An audio source with an Optical Audio Output and a Digital

Optical Audio cable (not included)

Connect the Digital Optical Audio cable to the optical output on
the TV and to the Optical Input on the speaker bar.

Press the POWER button on side panel or POWER button directly
on the remote control to switch on the unit.

Press the OPT button on the remote control to switch to Optical
mode or select the MODE button on the sound bar repeatedly
to select the Optical mode. OPT will now display on the front
control panel of the soundbar.

Using the native controls on your connected device, make
sure the audio settings are set to PCM or Optical Audio and are
turned On.

Audio from the connected audio source will now be played
through the speakers.

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Instrucons Guide

Pairing a Bluetooth Device for the First Time

Press the POWER button on the unit or the POWER button on
the remote control to switch on the unit.

Select and press the BT button directly on the remote control
or press the MODE button repeatedly to enter Bluetooth mode,
indicated by Bluetooth displaying on the Soundbar panel.

Using the native controls on your Bluetooth device, select the
“Majority Ben Nevis” in your Bluetooth settings to pair. If your
device requests a password, enter the default “0000”.

When successfully paired and connected, a beep will issue from
the unit.

Use the Bluetooth connected device to select a track and play/
pause/skip using the device. Audio will now be played from
the connected Bluetooth device through the Ben Nevis Sound
System.

Please note:

After initial pairing, the unit will stay paired unless unpaired
manually by the user, or until it is erased due to a reset of the
device.

If your device should become unpaired or you nd it is unable to
connect, repeat the above steps.

Bluetooth Operation

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Instrucons Guide

AUX-In

Connecting your device via the AUX ‘Line In’

Press the POWER button on the unit or the POWER button on
the remote control to switch on the unit.

Select and press the LINE button directly on the remote control
or press the MODE button repeatedly to enter LINE/AUX mode,
indicated by LINE displaying on the Soundbar panel.

Connect an AUX cable provided in the ‘Line In’ port on the side
panel of the Soundbar and connect this to your chosen device.

Use the AUX Line-In connection to select and play audio from
your chosen device. Control the track, play/pause/skip, and
control the volume using the device.

Please ensure that the volume is turned up on your device to
receive the best sound from the Soundbar and Subwoofer.

Please note:

The unit will stay paired unless unpaired manually by the user by
removing the AUX Line-In cable.

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Listening to FM

Press the POWER button on the unit or the POWER button on
the remote control to switch on the unit.

Select and press the FM button directly on the remote control
or press the MODE button on the side panel of the soundby
repeatedly to enter FM mode. FM will now display on the front
Soundbar panel.

Ensure that the wire aerial on the back panel of the sound bar is
extended.

Press the Play/Pause button ‘>II’ button to auto-scan preset
stations or scroll to a specic preset station by using the ‘<<’ or
the ‘>>’ keys whilst in FM mode. Preset stations will display at ‘P
01’, ‘P 02’ etc.

Please note:

If you are having trouble with receiving stations, complete
another auto-scan and adjust the aerial if needs be.

Instrucons Guide

FM Mode

13

Troubleshoong

Issue Possible causes Solution

No power The unit is not

connected to the
power supply or the
power cable is not
properly connected to
the outlet

Make sure the unit is
connected to the power
supply. Try connecting the
cable to a dierent outlet.

No sound
or distorted
sound

1. The audio cables
aren’t properly
connected.

2. The volume is set to
the minimum level

3. The sound is
switched o

1. Conrm that the audio
cables are connected to
correct inputs.

2. Turn up the volume

3. Press MUTE on the
remote to ensure it is not
on this setting. Press Play/
Pause

The IR remote
control is not
functioning
properly

1. Check that there
are batteries installed
properly.

2. Batteries may be
depleted and in need
of replacement.

3. Remote control
sensor is obstructed or
out of range.

1. Install 1 Lithium CR2025
3V cell battery.

2. Replace the battery with
a new one.

3. Remove any packaging
and make sure the remote
control is pointed at the
right of the panel. Make
sure remote is in operating
range.

The buttons
on the unit are
not working

The unit is being
interfered with static
electricity etc

Switch o and unplug the
unit, and then connect the
plug to the power supply
to switch on again.

Troubleshooting

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Specicaons

Specications

Power Supply

DC 12V/1A

Power Consumption

W

Working Temperature

-10~+35C

Relative Humidity

~

Power Output (Max) 75W*2 + 75W Subwoofer

Frequency Response +/- dB (hz ~ KHz)

Warranty

All products come with a standard 12 month warranty. All items
must be registered on www.majorityradios.co.uk for the
warranty to be valid. Once on the web page, use the menu to
nd “register your product”. You will also be given the chance
to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of
charge.

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1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also
available for download at www.majorityradios.co.uk

3. Heed all Warnings

4. Follow all instructions

5. Do no clean the apparatus near or with water

6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Protect the power from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.

11. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

12. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in a 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 the rain or moisture, does not
operate normally or has been dropped.

13. No naked ame sources, such as lit candles, should
be placed on the apparatus.

14. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries
safely according to your local authority and
regulations.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects lled with liquid, such as
vases, shall be places on the apparatus.
Main plug is used to disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended use. In order
to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains
completely, the mains plug should be disconnected
from the main socket outlet completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.

RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS

You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and
in doing so help the environment.

This symbol means an electrical product should
not be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for
disposal when nished with.

IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future reference.

Risk of electric shock.
Do not open

Read all instructions carefully before use
and keep for future reference

When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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Safety Informaon

IMPORTANT: Please read all instrucons carefully

before use and keep for future reference

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