Technika AW09SB User Manual

AW09SB
Soundbar

User Guide

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Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc­tions.
Do not install or operate near any heat sources such
as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus that produce
heat.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

IMPORTANT

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communication. However, this
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
o and on, the user is encouraged to tr y to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Ser­vicing is required when the apparatus has been dam­aged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, 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.
Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock,
do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The
product must not be exposed to dripping and splash­ing and no object lled with liquids such as a vase of
owers should be placed on the product.
No naked ame sources such as candles should be
placed on the product.
Caution: Changes or modications not expressly ap­proved by the manufacturer could void the user’s au­thority to operate this device.
Caution: Usage of controls or adjustments or perfor­mance of procedures other than those specied herein
may result in hazardous exposure.

This symbol indicates that there are impor­tant operating and maintenance instructions
in the literature accompanying this unit.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present
within this unit.

CAUTION!

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
WOW technology is incoporated under
license from SRS Labs, Inc.

signicantly improves the playback
quality of audio, delivering a dynamic
3D entertainment experience with deep,
rich bass.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of this unit
is marked on a rating plate on the rear of the unit.
The means of disconnecting this appliance from
the mains supply is the mains plug. This should be
unobstructed and readily operable at all times.

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INDEX

INDEX

Introduction ............................................................2

Unpacking ...............................................................2

Location ................................................................... 2

Wall mounting.........................................................2

Connecting audio sources ........................................ 3

SCART connectors ....................................................4

Connecting to the MP3 input ...................................4

Controls & connections ............................................ 5

Display indication ....................................................7

Remote control ........................................................8

Operation ................................................................9

Using a subwoofer .................................................10

Troubleshooting ....................................................11

Care & Maintenance...............................................12

Specications ........................................................12

Warranty ...............................................................12

PRELIMINARIES

INTRODUCTION

The AW09SB Soundbar is a versatile speaker unit featuring
SRS surround-sound simulation, three inputs for audio-visual
sources and a front mounted input for a MP3 portable audio
player, or laptop computer etc.

UNPACKING

Carefully unpack the unit. If it is damaged, please return it to
your nearest Tesco store for replacement. Remember to take
your purchase receipt with you.
Retain the User Handbook. If you pass the unit on to a third
party make sure you pass on the handbook.
We suggest you retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do
so having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.

CONTENTS

The carton should contain:

The AW09SB Soundbar•
Remote control with battery•
Twin RCA audio input cable•

3.5mm minijack audio input cable•
Operating Manual•

Wall-mounting brackets•
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest
TESCO store for a replacement. Have your receipt ready when
you call. Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so
having regard to any recycling regulations in your area.

LOCATION

LOCATION

Place the unit on dry stable surface away from heat and
damp and where it is unlikely to fall or be knocked over.
If you are using your Soundbar for TV sound, place it centrally
under, or above the screen.
CAUTION: This Soundbar is not intended to be a TV stand. Do
Not stand a TV on it.

WALL MOUNTING

The rear panel of the Soundbar includes wall mounting
plates to enable it to be wall mounted.
Please read the Wall-Mounting Instructions (packed
separately) before attempting to mount the Soundbar on a
wall.

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CONNECTING AUDIO SOURCES

You can connect up to three stereo audio sources to your
Soundbar. There are three inputs on the terminal panel with
twin phono jack connection -

TV input to connect audio from a TV. •
DVD input to connect the 2 channel stereo analogue •
audio output of a DVD player.
CD input to connect audio from a CD player. This input •
can also be used to connect an portable audio player
with a jack to phono cable (supplied).

These inputs are located on the underside terminal panel of the
Soundbar.

NOTE:- Although named TV, DVD and CD these inputs are
compatible with most line level sources including personal
computers, radio tuners etc if the correct connecting cable
is used.

To connect a source to one of these inputs:

Connect the stereo phono cable (one supplied) to the •
DVD, TV or CD input jacks of your Soundbar.
Connect the other end of the cable to the output jacks •
of your source.
Check that the left and right channels are connected •
correctly at both ends.

To connect a portable audio player to the CD input:

Connect the phono plugs from a jack to phono cable •
(supplied) to the CD input jacks of your Soundbar.
Connect the jack plug at the other end of the cable to the •

headphone jack of your portable audio player.
NOTE:- There is also a front-mounted MP3 jack for connection
of a portable audio player with a jack-to-jack cable (not
supplied). See the next page for more details.

From the audio output of a TV

From the analogue stereo audio

output of a DVD player

From the audio output

of a CD player

CONNECTING
SOURCES

CONNECTING A
PORTABLE AUDIO
PLAYER TO THE
CD INPUT

Connect to the

headphone jack