A&S Studio Bar 100 User manual

USER MANUAL
Studio Bar 100

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................2
Warning.................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
What’s in the Box ..................................................................................................................4
Specications........................................................................................................................ 4
Identifying the Parts ............................................................................................................5
Main Unit................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Remote Control..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Preparations..........................................................................................................................6
Prepare the Remote Control............................................................................................................................................. 6
Replace the Remote Control Battery............................................................................................................................. 6
Placement and Mounting .................................................................................................... 6
Normal Placement (place Soundbar on leveled surface in front of TV) ........................................................... 6
Wall Mounting (if using option-B) .................................................................................................................................. 7
Connections ..........................................................................................................................7
Use the OPTICAL Socket .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Use the AUX Socket ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Connect Power...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................8
Standby/ON............................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Select Modes.......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Adjust the Volume................................................................................................................................................................ 9
AUX / OPTICAL Operation .................................................................................................... 9
Bluetooth Operation ............................................................................................................9
Pair Bluetooth-enabled Devices...................................................................................................................................... 9
Listen to Music from Bluetooth Device ......................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................10

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The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufcient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
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 literature
accompanying the appliance.
Safety
1 Read these instructions – All the safety
and operating instructions should be read
before this product is operated.
2 Keep these instructions – The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3 Heed all warnings – All warnings on the
appliance and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4 Follow all instructions – All operating and
use instructions should be followed.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water – The
appliance should not be used near water or
moisture – for example, in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacture’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. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t
into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specied
by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table specied
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart or
rack is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13 Unplug the apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as
power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the unit has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15 This equipment is a Class II or double
insulated electrical appliance. It has been
designed in such a way that it does not
require a safety connection to electrical
earth.
16 The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
17 Minimum distance around the apparatus
for sufficient ventilation is 5cm.
18 The ventilation should not be impeded
by covering the ventilation openings with
items, such as newspapers,table-cloths,
curtains, etc…
19 No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
20 Batteries should be recycled or disposed of
as per state and local guidelines.
21 The use of apparatus in moderate climates.
Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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Warning
• The battery (batteries or battery pack) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
• Before operating this system, check the
voltage of this system to see if it is identical
to the voltage of your local power supply.
• Do not place this unit close to strong
magnetic fields.
• Do not place this unit on the amplifier or
receiver.
• Do not place this unit close to damp areas
as the moisture will affect the life of the
laser head.
• If any solid object or liquid falls into the
system, unplug the system and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Do not attempt to clean the unit with
chemical solvents as this may damage the
finish. Use a clean, dry or slightly damp
cloth.
• When removing the power plug from the
wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug,
never yank on the cord.
• Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance will void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
• The rating label is pasted on the bottom or
back of the equipment.
WARNING
DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL
BURN HAZARD
If you think batteries might have been
swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children. If the battery compartment does
not close securely, stop using the product
and keep it away from children. The remote
control supplied with this product contains
a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button
cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe
internal burns in just 2 hours and lead to
death.
Correct Disposal of this product. This
marking indicates that this product
should not be disposed with other
household wastes throughout the EU.
To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable
reuse of material resources. To return your
used device, please use the return and
collection systems or contact the retailer
where the product was purchased. They can
take this product for environmental safe
recycling.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. We are the licensee to use such marks.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of
their respective owners.

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What’s in the Box
Main Unit Remote Control Instruction Manual
Optical Cable
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3.5mm to 3.5mm audio Cable
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications
General
Power Requirements .................................................................................................................. AC220-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power Consumption ........................................................................................................................................................10 W
Output Power ..................................................................................................................................................................8W x 2
Total Harmonic Distortion ...........................................................................................................................1%(1kHz, 1W)
Audio Input Sensitivity .............................................................................................................................................. 700mV
Frequency Response .......................................................................................................................................40Hz - 20kHz
Unit Dimension (W x H x D)...........................................................................................................802.3 x 63 x 66.8 mm
Speaker Impedance ...................................................................................................................................................... 4Ω x 2
Bluetooth
Version .................................................................................................................................................................................. V 4.2
Maximum power transmitted ..............................................................................................................................<20 dbm
Frequency bands............................................................................................................................2402 MHz ~ 2480 MHz
Remote Control
Distance ....................................................................................................................................................................................6m
Angle......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30°
Battery Type .................................................................................................................................................................. CR2025
Rubber / Wall Screws
Wall Dowels
AC Power cord

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Identifying the Parts
Main Unit
1
Turn On/Off the unit.
Select the play function.
2 + / -
Increase or decrease the volume level.
Rear View
1OPTICAL Socket
Connect to an external audio device.
2 AUX Socket
Connect to an external audio device.
3 SERVICE ONLY Socket
The USB socket is for service only. It is not designed
to charge smartphones, tablets or similar devices.
4 AC~ Socket
Connect to power.
Remote Control
1
Turn On/Off the unit.
2 MUTE
Mute or resume the sound.
3 VOL+/VOL-
Increase/decrease the volume level.
4 Function buttons
Select the play function.
RED: Power off
GREEN: AUX
BLUE: Bluetooth
WHITE: OPTICAL
5 H,G
Skip to previous/next track in Bluetooth mode.
6 BF/PAIR
Play/pause/resume playback in Bluetooth mode.
Press and hold to activate the pairing function in
Bluetooth mode or disconnect the existing paired
Bluetooth device.
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Preparations
Prepare the Remote Control
The Remote Control allows the unit to be operated from a distance.
• Even if the Remote Control is operated within the effective range 6m, remote control operations
may be disrupted if there are any obstacles between the unit and the remote control.
• If the Remote Control is operated near other products that generate infrared rays, or if other
remote control devices using infrared rays are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly.
Conversely, the other products may operate incorrectly.
First-time use
The unit has a pre-installed lithium CR2025 battery. Remove the protective tab
to activate the remote control battery.
Replace the Remote Control Battery
1 Pull out the battery tray and remove the old battery.
2 Place a new CR2025 battery into the battery tray
with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3 Insert the battery tray back into the slot.
Precautions Concerning Batteries
• When the Remote Control is not to be used for a
long time (more than a month), remove the battery from the Remote Control to prevent it from
leaking.
• If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment and replace the
batteries with new ones.
• Do not use any batteries other than those specied.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries.
• Keep away from heat or moisture.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. Doing so could cause batteries to short
circuit, leak or explode.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is conrmed to be a rechargeable type.
Placement and Mounting
Normal Placement (place Soundbar on leveled surface in front of TV)
A If your TV is placed on a table, you can place the unit on the table directly in front of the TV stand,
centered with the TV screen.
B If your TV is attached to a wall, you can mount the unit on the wall directly below the TV screen.
Option - AOption - B

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Wall Mounting (if using option-B)
Note:
- Installation must be carried out by qualied personnel only. Incorrect assembly can result in severe
personal injury and property damage (if you intend to install this product yourself, you must check
for installations such as electrical wiring and plumbing that may be buried inside the wall). It is the
installer’s responsibility to verify that the wall will safely support the total load of the unit and wall
brackets.
- Additional tools (not included) are required for the installation.
- Do not overtighten screws.
- Keep this instruction manual for future reference.
- Use an electronic stud nder to check the wall type before drilling and mounting.
1. Remove the backing paper from the rubber. Stick the rubber to the back of the soundbar.
NOTE: Ensure the surface is clean prior to sticking the rubber to the back of the soundbar.
2 Drill 2 parallel holes (Ø 3-8 mm each according to wall type) in the wall. The distance between the
holes should be 711 mm . Firmly x 1 dowel into each hole in the wall if necessary.
3 Leave a 9 mm gap between the wall and the screw’s head. Lift the soundbar over the heads of the
screws and slot into place.
Dowel
Solid wall (i.e ., Solid brick,
Solid concrete , Solid wood,
Solid wooden battens)
Drywall, Plaster wall,
Lath wall, etc.
711 mm
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Connections
Use the OPTICAL Socket
Remove the protective cap of the OPTICAL
socket, then connect an OPTICAL cable
(included) to the TV’s OPTICAL OUT socket
and the OPTICAL socket on the SoundBar.
• The digital optical connector might be
labeled SPDIF or SPDIF OUT.
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Use the AUX Socket
A. Use a 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable
(included) to connect the TV’s or external
audio device headphone socket to the
AUX socket on the unit.
B. Use a RCA to 3.5mm audio cable (not
included) to connect the TV’s audio
output sockets to the AUX socket on the
unit.
Connect Power
-Risk of product damage! Ensure that
the power supply voltage corresponds
to the voltage printed on the back or the
underside of the unit.
- Before connecting the AC power cord,
ensure you have completed all other
connections.
• Connect the mains cable to the AC~
Socket of soundbar and then into a mains socket.
Basic Operation
Standby/ON
When you first connect the soundbar to the mains socket, the main unit will be in Standby mode.
- Press the button on the soundbar or on the remote control to switch the unit ON.
- Press the button again to switch the unit back to STANDBY mode. The indicator will light up red.
- Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket if you want to switch the unit OFF completely.
- If a TV or an external device is connected, the unit will switch on automatically when the TV or the
external device is switched on.
- When the has unit no input signal (or weak input signal) for over 15 minutes, it will automatically
switch to Standby mode.
Select Modes
Press the button on the soundbar or press the AUX, BT, OPTICAL buttons on the remote control to
select the desired mode. The selected mode will be shown on the function LED'S on the front of the
soundbar.
RED: Power off GREEN: AUX
BLUE: Bluetooth WHITE: OPTICAL
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Adjust the Volume
- Press the + / - buttons on the unit or VOL+ / VOL- buttons on the remote control to adjust the
volume.
- If you wish to turn the sound off, press the MUTE button on the remote control. Press the MUTE
button again or press the + / - buttons on the unit or VOL+ / VOL- buttons on the remote control
to resume normal listening.
- While adjusting the volume, the status indicator ashes quickly.
- While the volume level reaches its maximum level, if you press the VOL+ button again, the status
indicator ashes once. While the volume level reaches its minimum level, if you press the VOL-
button again, the status indicator ashes once.
AUX / OPTICAL Operation
1 Ensure that the unit is connected to the TV or audio device.
2 Press the button on the soundbar or press the AUX or OPTICAL buttons on the remote control
to select the desired mode.
3 Operate your audio device directly for playback features.
4 Press the VOL +/– button to adjust the volume to your desired level.
Tip:
In OPTICAL mode, if there is no sound output, ensure the audio setting of the input source (e.g.
TV, game console, DVD player, etc.) is set to PCM mode with optical input.
Bluetooth Operation
Pair Bluetooth-enabled Devices
The first time you connect your Bluetooth device to this player, you need to pair your device to this player.
Note:
- The operational range between this player and a Bluetooth device is approximately 26.2 feet (8 m)
(without any object between the Bluetooth device and the unit).
- Before you connect a Bluetooth device to this unit, ensure you know the device’s capabilities.
- Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not guaranteed.
- Any obstacle between this unit and a Bluetooth device can reduce the operational range.
- If the signal strength is weak, your Bluetooth receiver may disconnect, but it will re-enter pairing
mode automatically.
1 While the soundbar is ON, press the button on the soundbar or press the BT button on the
remote control to select Bluetooth mode. The Blue indicator will light up.
2 Activate your Bluetooth device and select the search mode. “A&S Studio Bar” will appear on your
Bluetooth device list.
- If you cannot find the unit, press and hold the "
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/PAIR" button on the remote control to initiate
device search. After the “Pairing” voice prompt, Blue indicator will flash rapidly.
3 Select “A&S Studio Bar” in the pairing list. After the “Paired” voice prompt, the system is
successfully connected and the Blue indicator will light up solidly.
4 Begin playing music from the connected Bluetooth device.

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To disconnect the Bluetooth function, you can:
- Switch to another function on the unit.
- Disable the Bluetooth function on your device. The device is successfully disconnected from the
unit after the “Disconnected” voice prompt.
- Press and hold the “
BF
/PAIR” button on the remote control.
Tips:
• Enter "0000" for the password if necessary.
• If no other Bluetooth device pairs with this player in 2 minutes, the player will reconnect to the
previous connection.
• The player will also be disconnected when your device is moved beyond the operational range.
• If you want to reconnect your device to this player, place it within the operational range.
• If the device is moved beyond the operational range, when it is brought back, please check if the
device is still connected to the player.
• If the connection is lost, follow the instructions above to pair your device to the player again.
Listen to Music from Bluetooth Device
- If the connected Bluetooth device supports Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), you can
listen to the music stored on that device through the soundbar.
- If the device also supports Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), you can use the
soundbar's remote control to play music stored on the device.
1. Pair your device with the soundbar.
2. Play music via your device (if it supports A2DP).
3. Use supplied remote control to control play (if it supports AVRCP).
- To pause/resume play, press the
BF
/PAIR button on the remote control.
- To skip to a track, press the
H
,
G
buttons on the remote control.
Troubleshooting
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself. If you encounter problems when
using this unit, review the following before requesting service.
No power
• Ensure that the AC cord is properly connected.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
• Press standby button on the remote control or soundbar to turn the soundbar on.
No sound
• Increase the volume. Press Volume Up on the remote control or on the right side of the soundbar.
• Press MUTE on the remote control to ensure the soundbar is not muted.
• Press source buttons to select a different input source.
• When using either of the Digital input, if there is no audio:
- Try setting the TV output to PCM or
- Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source, some TVs do not pass through digital audio.
• Your TV may be set to variable audio output. Conrm that the audio output setting is set to FIXED
or STANDARD, not VARIABLE. Consult your TV’s user manual for more detailed information.
• If using Bluetooth, ensure that the volume on your source device is turned up and that the device
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Remote control does not work
• Before you press any playback control button, rst select the correct source.
• Reduce the distance between the remote control and the unit.
• Insert the battery with its polarities (+/-) aligned as indicated.
• Replace the battery.
• Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the unit.
I hear buzzing or humming
• Ensure all cables and wires are securely connected.
• Connect a different source device (TV, Blu-ray player, etc) to see if the buzzing persists. If it does
not, the problem may be with the original device.
• Connect your device to a different input on the soundbar.
I can’t find the Bluetooth name of this unit on my Bluetooth device
• Ensure the Bluetooth function is activated on your Bluetooth device.
• Re-pair the unit with your Bluetooth device.
This is a 15 mins power off function, one of the ERPII standard requirement for saving
power
• When the unit’s external input signal level is too low, the unit will be turned off automatically in 15
minutes. Please increase the volume level of your external device.