Sandstrom S42SWLH13 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

Soundbar with
wireless sub-woofer

S42SWLH13

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Contents

Safety Warnings ....................................................................................................................4

Unpacking .............................................................................................................................6

Product Overview .................................................................................................................7

The Main Unit ................................................................................................................................................7

Rear View of Sub-woofer ...........................................................................................................................8

Remote Control .....................................................................................................................9

Remove the Plastic Strip from the Remote Control .........................................................10

Battery Replacement for the Remote Control ..................................................................10

Remote Control Operation Range .....................................................................................11

Wall Mounting ....................................................................................................................12

Connections ........................................................................................................................15

Using the HDMI Connection ................................................................................................................. 15

Using the AUX Connection .................................................................................................................... 15

Using the MP3 LINK Connection.......................................................................................................... 16

Using the OPTICAL Connection ........................................................................................................... 16

Using the COAXIAL Connection ........................................................................................................... 16

Connecting to the Mains Supply ......................................................................................................... 17

Wireless Pairing the Soundbar and the Sub-woofer ....................................................................17

General Operation ..............................................................................................................18

Selecting Modes ........................................................................................................................................ 18

Adjusting the Volume .............................................................................................................................. 18

EQ (Equaliser) .............................................................................................................................................. 18

BASS ............................................................................................................................................................... 18

LINE IN Operation ...............................................................................................................19

Bluetooth® Operation ........................................................................................................19

NFC (Near Field Communication) Operation ....................................................................20

Maintenance .......................................................................................................................20

Hints and Tips .....................................................................................................................21

Specications ......................................................................................................................22

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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.

• This unit is designed for indoor use only.

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.

• A minimum distance of 5cm around the
unit should be maintained to allow for
sucient ventilation.

• Do not install or place this unit in a
bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
conned 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
during a lightning storm.

• In the interests of safety and to avoid
unnecessary energy consumption,
never leave the unit switched on while
unattended for long periods of time, e.g.
overnight, while on holiday or while out of
the house. Switch it o and disconnect the
mains plug from the mains socket.

Mains Cable

• Make sure the unit or unit stand is not
resting on top of the mains cable, as the
weight of the unit may damage the mains
cable and create a safety hazard.

• If the mains cable is damaged it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent, or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

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.

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.

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Interference

• Do not place the unit on or near appliances
which may cause electromagnetic
interference. If you do, it may adversely
aect 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.

• Keep loose batteries away from young
children and make sure that the battery
holder tray is secure in the remote control.
Seek medical advice if you believe a cell
has been swallowed.

• Please dispose of batteries correctly by
following the guidance in this manual.

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
sucient 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 qualied personnel.

• Do not open any xed covers as this may
expose dangerous voltages.

Maintenance

• Ensure to unplug the unit from the mains
socket 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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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:

Thank you for purchasing your new Sandstrøm Soundbar.

We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order
that you fully understand all the operational features it oers. 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.

If items are missing, or damaged please contact Partmaster (UK only).
Tel: [phone] for assistance.

Main Unit Remote Control

(battery included)

Wall Bracket x 1 Mains Cable x 2

Sub-woofer

Quick Start GuideInstruction ManualAudio L/R CableScrews x 3

Dowels x 3

Mains Adapter L-shaped Adapter

STANDBY AUX MP3 LINK BT COAXIALOPTICAL HDMI1 HDMI2

EQ S-BASS

OPTICALCOAXIAL

HDMI 2HDMI 1

MUTE

AUX/

MP3 LINK

VOL

+

VOL

–

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SOURCESTANDBY VOL –VOL

+

STANDBY AUX MP3 LINK BT COAXIAL OPTICAL HDMI1 HDMI2

Product Overview

The Main Unit

Front View

1. Speakers

2. Remote Control Sensor
Receives signal from the remote
control.

1.

STANDBY Button
Switches the unit between ON and
STANDBY modes.

2. SOURCE Button
Selects the input source.

1 2 3 4

3. Status LED Indicators

• Lights up red when the unit is in
STANDBY mode.

• Lights up blue in Bluetooth mode.

• Lights up amber in AUX, MP3,

COAXIAL, OPTICAL and HDMI modes.

4. NFC (Near Field Communication)

Sensor

Pairs with Bluetooth device.

3. VOL – Button
Decreases the volume.

4. VOL + Button
Increases the volume.

Top View

32 4 11

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HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 HDMI OUT

MP3 LINK

OPTICAL DC IN

COAXIAL
MP3 LINK

L AUX R

Rear View of Sub-woofer

1. AUX (L/R) Sockets

2. MP3 LINK Socket

3. COAXIAL Socket

4. OPTICAL Socket

1. Reset Button
Resets the sub-woofer.

2. AC~ Power Socket

5. DC IN Socket

6. HDMI IN 1 Socket

7. HDMI IN 2 Socket

8. HDMI OUT Socket

Rear View

6 7 8

1 2 3 54

AC ~

1 2

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