Bauhn SoundMax User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SoundMax Soundbar
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Model Number: USMSB-1117

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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy a BAUHN® product.
All products brought to you by BAUHN®are manufactured to the highest standards
of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and
satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.

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Contents
Welcome 2
General Safety Instructions 4
Warranty Details 6
Remote Control 7
Product Overview 9
Controls and Connections 12
Installation 15
Instructions 19
Troubleshooting 25
Specifications 28
Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 29
Correct Disposal 30

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General Safety Instructions
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Protect from moisture: Do not expose this equipment, the power supply cord and plug to
rain or moisture. Do not use it anywhere near water or where water splashes or drips, such
as a bathroom or near a swimming pool. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• Voltage: Before connecting this equipment to the mains power supply, make sure your
outlet voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the appliance rating label.
• Mains power connection: When connecting this equipment to the mains power supply,
only use cord and plug supplied. Align the plug properly and insert it fully. Do not overload
the power outlet.
• Damaged cord: When the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or similarly qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.
• Protect the power cord: Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or
touch any hot surface. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord. Run
any cords so no one steps on or trips over them. Do not run the cord near heat-producing
appliances such as radiators or stoves.
• Disconnect: Switch off and unplug the unit during lightning storms, and when it is not
going to be used for a while. Grasp the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting.
• Disconnect device: This unit must be unplugged for complete disconnection from the
mains power supply. Ensure the mains plug remains readily accessible for disconnection.
• Terminals: Terminals are HAZARDOUS LIVE and the external wiring connected to these
terminals requires installation by an instructed person, or use of ready-made leads/cords.
Read this manual thoroughly before first use and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Follow instructions and take notice of all warnings to reduce risk of fire or electric shock.
This product complies with Australian Safety standard AS/NZS 60065 to ensure the
safety of the product.
Important Warnings and Cautions
The lightning flash with an
arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert you to the presence of non-
insulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equi-lateral triangle is intended to
alert you to the presence of impor-
tant operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the product.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the cover (or back). This unit contains
no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel only.
This product's adaptor is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has
been designed in such a way that it does not require connection to electrical earth.
The RCM is a visible indication of a product’s compliance with all applicable ACMA
regulatory arrangements, including all technical and record-keeping requirements.

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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
Usage conditions and restrictions
• Instructions: Follow the instructions in this manual when installing and adjusting this
equipment. Only adjust those controls that are covered in this instruction manual, as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage. If this happens, unplug the
equipment and have it serviced by appropriately qualified personnel.
• Location: When using the equipment, make sure to place it:
• In a well ventilated area, keeping a clearance of at least 20cm above and 5cm on each
side of the unit to ensure proper ventilation.
• Away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other equipment
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Away from areas with high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
• Away from excess dirt and dust.
• Away from strong magnetic fields.
• Accessories: Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer or sold
with the apparatus. Use of the soundbar with accessories that are not recommended in this
manual may cause injury or damage, and will void the warranty.
• Usage restriction: The equipment is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
• Children: Supervise young children to ensure they do not play with the equipment. Close
supervision is always necessary when an appliance is used by or near children.
• Protect the equipment: Prevent metal objects falling onto the equipment. Do not place
heavy objects on top of the equipment or step on it. Do not place objects filled with water
(such as vases), or naked flame sources (such as candles), on or near the equipment. If
liquid or metal parts enter the system, unplug the power cable immediately and call our
After Sales Support centre to arrange a service before further use.
• Ventilation: Openings on the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to protect the unit
from overheating. To ensure proper operation, do not cover them with things such as
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains etc.
• Climate: If moving the apparatus from one location to another, for example from a cold
environment to a warm one. Allow sufficient time for the apparatus to acclimatise to the
new location before switching on. In tropical climates keep the air surrounding the unit
sufficently dry to avoid condensation forming.
• Transporting: Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging carton and materials
in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in
the future, and you can use it to store the appliance when it is not in use.
• Storage: When the soundbar is not in use, disconnect it from the power source and store
in a cool, dry and well ventilated location out of direct sunlight. Ensure that it is not subject
to humidity.
• Cleaning: Unplug the equipment from the power outlet before cleaning. Clean the
equipment only with a clean, dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners or volatile solvents.
• Service: Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, it has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Liability: We accept no liability for any damage caused by non-compliance with these
instructions or mishandling of the equipment.

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SoundMax Soundbar
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts
for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within
this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced
or refunded at our discretion. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in
addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer
has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and
territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a
major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss
or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the
goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
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Remote Control
1 POWER: Switch the unit between on and standby mode.
2 MUTE: Silences the Soundbar
3 VOL+: Increase the volume level.
4 VOL-: Decrease the volume level.
5 PREVIOUS: Press to go to the previous track in both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
mode.
6 NEXT: Press to go to the next track in both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi mode.
7 PLAY / PAUSE: Plays or pauses a song when the Soundbar is connected
to your device through Bluetooth or WiFi connection.
8 SOURCE: Changes the input of the Soundbar.
9 EQUALIZER: Switch different preset equalizer settings for the speaker
10 WI-FI: In Bluetooth mode, press and hold the Wi-Fi button to activate the
pairing function and disconnect the existing paired Bluetooth device. In Wi-
Fi mode, press and hold the Wi-Fi button to disconnect from the wireless
network.
11 BASS-: Decrease the bass effect of the Soundbar.
12 BASS+: Increase the bass effect of the Soundbar.

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Remote Control (Cont.)
Using the remote control
• The remote control has a range of up to 3 metres from the soundbar. Point the remote
control directly towards the sensor at the front of the soundbar.
• Make sure no obstacles are blocking its path. The remote control will not operate if the path
of its sensor is blocked.
• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop, apply shock or step on the remote
control. Do not spill water on the unit.
• Do not use the remote control while simultaneously operating a remote control unit of any
another unit, as this may result in interference.
• If the remote control is operated near other products that generate infra-red rays, or if other
remote control devices using infra-red rays are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly.
Conversely, the other products may operate incorrectly.
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for an extended period of time (more than a
month), remove the battery to prevent possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
Inserting batteries
1. Open the cover at the back of the remote control unit completely.
2. Insert two AAA size batteries according to the polarity markings (+ / -) inside the compartment.
Make sure the batteries are correctly aligned and properly pushed into place so they can power
the remote control unit.
3. Slide the cover back into position.
Battery service life
• The service life of batteries depends on usage and environmental conditions. They should
normally last for about one year.
• If the remote control fails to work even when operated near the TV, replace the batteries.
Precautions when using batteries
• Do not use any other battery than specified.
• Do not use old and new batteries together.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
• Do not use different types of battery (e.g. Manganese and Alkaline batteries) together.
• Note that there are chargeable and non-chargeable batteries. Do not attempt to charge non-
chargeable batteries.
• Remove batteries from the remote control if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time.
• Dispose of batteries promptly and properly follow any guidelines that apply to recycling and
disposal of batteries in your local area.
• Keep new and used batteries away from children and pets.
• Never throw batteries into a fire or expose them to fire or other sources of heat.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. Doing so could cause batteries to
short-circuit, leak or explode.
• Do not attempt to disassemble battery.

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Product Overview
1 Source LED
2 Power LED
3 IR Sensor
4 VOL+
5 VOL-
6 Source
7 Wi-Fi
8 Power On / Off
9 HDMI Input
10 HDMI Output (ARC)
11 COAX IN
12 AUX IN
13 OPTICAL IN
14 DC IN
15 Firmware update port
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8
910 11 12 13 14 15
Front view
Rear view
Side view
HDMI Input HDMI Output COAX IN R-AUX-L OPTICAL DC-IN
(ARC)

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LED Indicators and Buttons
Power Button
Press the Power button once to turn On, press again to turn Off.
Power LED
The following Power LED light indications will tell you which state the Soundbar is in.
Source
Press the Source button on the main unit or remote control to change the input of
the Soundbar. As you change the input source, your current mode will be indicated by
the colour of the Source LED.
Options: HDMI , ARC , COAX , AUX , Optical , Bluetooth , Wi-Fi .
Source LED
These Source LED light indications will tell you which mode the Soundbar is in.
Product Overview (Cont.)
Source LED
Mode LED Light Indications
Wi-Fi
Disconected Flashes Green
Connected Solid Green
Pairing Fast Flashing Green
HDMI HDMI input Solid Red
AUX IN AUX input Solid Purple
Bluetooth Disconnected Flash Blue
Paired Solid Blue
Optical Optical Input Solid Cyan
Coaxial Coaxial input Solid Yellow
ARC HDMI ARC Input Solid Turquoise
Power LED
Status LED Light Indications
Power ON White
Power OFF Red
Power ON & MUTE Flash Red

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Product Overview (Cont.)
Wi-Fi Button:
For device pairing, press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the unit or remote control.
The function of this button depends on which mode the Soundbar is in. See below:
VOL+ / VOL-
Use the + or - buttons on the unit or the or buttons on the remote control
to increase/decrease the volume.
State Change mode
Wi-Fi Mode
To set the unit in searching mode
and connect it to the Wi-Fi network,
select Wi-Fi mode , then press and
hold the Wi-Fi button to disconnect
from the wireless network.
Bluetooth connected
Press and hold the Wi-Fi button for
3 seconds to disconnect the current
Bluetooth connection.
Selecting a location
• Lay the soundbar horizontally and flat on its feet.
• Do not place vertically or on its side.
• To preserve audio quality, ensure the connector panel faces towards the TV.
• Do not place the soundbar in a cabinet or on a walled shelf. Both ends of the
soundbar should be at least 30cm from a wall or any other obstruction.
There is no placement restriction between the TV and Soundbar as long as the
television’s IR is not blocked. The Soundbar IR repeater is designed to be used at a
distance of at least 2” (50mm), however it may work at a closer distance.

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HDMI Input COAX IN AUX IN OPTICAL IN DC INHDMI Output
Back Panel Connections
Power in
• Only connect the power supply provided.
Power connection
• Before connecting the AC adaptor, ensure you have completed all other
connections.
• Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the
back or the underside of the AC adaptor. Connecting an incorrect power supply can
damage the Soundbar.
• Connect the adaptor to the main unit and then to the wall socket.
Sources
HDMI sockets
This soundbar has HDMI Input and HDMI Output (ARC) sockets. Use the HDMI Input
socket to connect your DVD or Blue-ray disc player to the Soundbar. Then connect
your HDMI Output to the HDMI ports on the TV.
TIP: Use the ARC (Audio Return Channel) compliant port on your TV, to enable the use
of HDMI-ARC mode without changing the port.
NOTE:
• Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC. The HDMI-CEC and ARC must be
set to On, and the audio output must be set to PCM mode.
• The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ depending on the TV. For
details about ARC function, please refer to the TV's instruction manual.
Controls and Connections
HDMI Input HDMI Output COAX IN R-AUX-L OPTICAL DC-IN
(ARC)
HDMI Output
(ARC)

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Controls and Connections (Cont.)
• Make sure the HDMI cable you use supports the ARC function.
• HDMI-CEC may be called different names by different manufacturers. Please refer
to your TV's instruction manual for details on setting up HDMI-CEC and ARC.
ARC
ARC mode is used for connecting the Soundbar to the TV via HDMI, utilising the
audio relay channel. This enables you to hear the TV through your Soundbar without
using additional cables.
To enjoy the ARC function, make sure the Soundbar's HDMI Output (ARC) socket is
connected via a HDMI-ARC compatible cable (not included) to the HDMI (ARC) socket
of your ARC-compliant TV. In the TV menu, set the audio output mode to PCM mode.
Press the Source button either on the Remote Control or on the Soundbar to
change the input to ARC. The Source LED will change to Turquoise .
Then just use your TV remote control to adjust the volume output (VOL +/– and MUTE)
of the connected audio device.
NOTE: The ARC (Audio Return Channel) function allows you to send audio input from
an ARC-compliant TV to an ARC-compliant audio device (e.g. soundbar) without the
need for an additional audio cable connection. Please refer to your TV and HDMI
cable instruction manual to check if it supports the ARC function.
HDMI Output (ARC)

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Controls and Connections (Cont.)
COAX
Press the Source button either on the Remote Control or on the Soundbar to
change the input to COAX. The Source LED will change to YELLOW .
• Use a coaxial cable (provided) to connect the TV to the Soundbar.
• Find the coaxial output port on the back of the TV and connect one end of the cable.
The connector colour is similar to the socket on the back of the soundbar.
• Connect the other end of the cable to the back of the Soundbar's Coax in socket.
AUX socket
Press the Source button either on the Remote Control or on the Soundbar to
change the input to AUX. The Source LED will change to PURPLE .
• Use the supplied RCA audio cable to connect the AUX socket of the Soundbar to the
AUX socket on the audio device or TV you would like to connect.
Optical socket
Press the Source button either on the Remote Control or on the Soundbar to
change the input to OPTICAL. The Source LED will change to CYAN .
• Connect an OPTICAL cable (not included) to the TV’s OPTICAL OUT socket and the
OPTICAL socket on the Soundbar.
TIP: If no sound is coming out of the soundbar, make sure the audio setting of your
source player (e.g. DVD player, game player, TV) is set to PCM with optical output.

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Installing the SoundMax App
For Android Devices
• Open the Google Play Store on your Smartphone or
Tablet and search for the SoundMax App.
• Install the App to your Android device.
• When you open the App for the first time, it will search
for the available SoundMax units that are connected
to the Wi-Fi network.
• The names of the found devices will be displayed
under the ‘Device List’ menu.
• In the ‘Device list’ you can change the volume, the
stereo mode and the device name. You can also check
your SoundMax Soundbar device information, set a
password for its built-in Wi-Fi network and reset the
unit back to its original factory settings.
NOTE: This App is subjected to change due to updates
without prior notice.
For iOS Devices
• Open the App store and search for the SoundMax
App.
• Install the App to your iOS device.
• When you open the App for the first time, it will search
for available SoundMax units connected to the home
Wi-Fi network.
• The names of the devices found will be displayed
under the ‘Device List’ menu.
• In the ‘Device List’ you can change the volume, the
stereo mode and the device name from this menu.
You can also check your SoundMax Soundbar device
information, set a password for its built-in Wi-Fi
network and reset it to the original factory settings. In
addition you can set an alarm on your SoundMax unit
and set a sleep timer for it to turn off.
NOTE: This App is subject to change due to updates
without prior notice.
Installation

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1. Power.
Turn on your Soundbar speaker.
2. App.
Install the SoundMax App to your Smartphone or Tablet. (Refer to page 15 for
instructions).
3. Search.
Launch the SoundMax App and it will search for speaker devices already
connected to the same network as your Smartphone or Tablet (as shown by
Screen 1 on the next page). If you want to add an additional SoundMax speaker
to the network, tap <Add Device> and the app will show the network setup page
(see Screen 2).
4. Device.
Tap <Go to Wi-Fi Settings> to connect your Smartphone or Tablet to the
SoundMax speaker (the SSID name will start with “SoundMax” - see Screen 3 for
an example). If you cannot see a SoundMax speaker SSID, press the Wi-Fi button
on the SoundMax speaker to put it into Wi-Fi mode, then press and hold the Wi-
Fi button until the LED indicator flashes rapidly. Go back to your smartphone or
tablet Wi-Fi settings and connect again.
5. Network.
Once successfully connected to the speaker, go back to the Soundmax app; it
will ask you to select your network (see Screen 4). Enter your network password
and the speaker will connect to the selected network.
6. Name.
You will see a confirmation screen once successfully connected (see Screen 5)
and then you’ll need to select a name for the new speaker (e.g. “bedroom”, or you
can create your own). This allows you to identify the speaker if you have multiple
SoundMax speakers connected.
Installation (Cont.)
Connect your SoundMax Device to your Home Network
Important notes:
• You cannot have two units with the same name in the SoundMax app. When
you open the app for first time after setting up a unit, a pop-up menu will be
displayed. You can select the name from pre-defined names, or you can create
your own name for your unit.
• Connection difficulties may occur if your network router is already connected
by Wi-Fi to a number of devices (the common limit of connected devices is 5).
Please consult your router's instruction manual and/or its manufacturer for further
information on connecting multiple devices.

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Connect your SoundMax Device to your Home Network (Cont.)
Screen 1 Screen 2 Screen 3
Screen 4 Screen 5
Installation (Cont.)

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Advanced Network Setup
If you are unable to connect your Soundmax device to your home network as
described on the previous page, you can follow these steps:
• Turn on your Soundbar and select Wi-Fi mode.
• Open the Wi-Fi discovery menu on your Smartphone or Tablet and look for the
SoundMax Soundbar Service Set Identifier (SSID).
• Select ‘SoundMax Soundbar’ to connect your device to the SoundMax Soundbar
network.
• Open the web browser on your Smartphone or Tablet and input ‘10.10.10.254’ into
the URL address bar (see picture below).
• This will lead you to the SoundMax Soundbar setup page.
• Select your network from the list of available networks and enter your home Wi-Fi
password.
• Your device will disconnect from the SoundMax Soundbar network and the
SoundMax Soundbar speaker will connect to your home Wi-Fi network.
• The Soundbar will say “Connected” to indicate that your SoundMax Soundbar
speaker has successfully connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
• Go to the Wi-Fi settings menu on your phone/tablet. Connect your phone/tablet
to your home network. Now both your phone/tablet and the Soundbar are on the
same network, and you can enjoy music using the SoundMax app.
Note: When you have two units with the same model number, you need to configure them
separately. Simply turn on one of the SoundMax units, connect it to your Wi-Fi network
and then turn it off. Next, perform the same process for the second unit.
Installation (Cont.)

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Playing Music through Wi-Fi
Your SoundMax Soundbar has the ability to play music wirelessly through the
SoundMax App. You can play the music that you have stored on your iOS or Android
device, or you can stream music from TuneIn, iHeartRadio or Spotify. Swipe right twice
from the Device List screen on the App to access the menu.
My Music
Through ‘My Music’ you can access the music that you have saved on your iOS
or Android device’s internal storage. Once you enter the ‘My Music’ menu you will see
the following options:
• iPhone or Phone
• Playlist
• Recently Played
Select the desired option to listen to your music.
TuneIn Radio
TuneIn allows you to stream radio stations to your
Soundbar. Enter the menu and select 'TuneIn'. Select
'Local Radio' to choose stations, or select 'Music' to
choose from music genres.
Instructions

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Spotify
1. Connect your Soundmax Soundbar to your wifi
network
2. Open up the Spotify app on your phone, tablet
or laptop using the same wifi network
3. Play a song and select Devices Available.
4. Select your Soundmax Soundbar and start
listening.
NOTE: In order to use Spotify on your SoundMax
Soundbar unit, you need to subscribe to a
premium Spotify account.
AirPlay
You can play music through AirPlay® on your iOS
device. To do this you need to ensure that your iOS
device and the SoundMax Soundbar speakers are
connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Swipe up from
the bottom of your iOS device and select ‘AirPlay’.
Select ‘SoundMax Soundbar ’ and start playing your
music.
NOTE: On multi-channel mode when you have two
or more SoundMax units together, selecting AirPlay
will play the selected music on all the speakers.
Ensure that you increase the volume on the unit when
listening to music on AirPlay.
This product incorporates Spotify software which is subject to 3rd party
licences found here: https://developer.spotify.com/esdk-third-party-licenses/
Instructions (Cont.)
AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion, and Mac with iTunes
10.2.2 or later.
AirPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.