Nakamichi SHOCKWAFE PRO 5.1 User manual

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Model: SHOCKWAFE PRO 5.1
NAKAMICHI

Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may
result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should
be observed for its installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions
before operating your Unit. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before
connecting other components to your Unit.
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning your Unit. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning. Do not
use a liquid or a spray cleaner on your Unit. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
• Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.
• When moving your Unit from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature,
condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your Unit to avoid causing fire,
electric shock, or component damage.
• Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure
reliable operation of your Unit and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not
blocked or covered. Do not place your Unit in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper
• ventilation is provided.
• Never push any object into the slots and openings on your Unit enclosure. Do not place any
objects on the top of your Unit. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquids on your Unit.
• When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your Unit. To totally disconnect
power, unplug the power cord.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
• The wall socket should be located near your Unit and be easily accessible
• Keep your Unit away from moisture. Do not expose your Unit to rain or moisture. If water penetrates
into your Unit, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result
in fire or electric shock.
• Do not use your Unit if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the
power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair your unit yourself.
• Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your Unit is dropped and the housing is damaged, the
internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your
dealer for repair.
• Continued use of your Unit may cause fire or electric shock.
• Do not install your Unit in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your Unit in
environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
• Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your Unit.
• When unplugging your Unit, hold the power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may
damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. When your Unit will not be used for
an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
• Insert the remote control batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarity may cause the
battery to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator.
• The marking label of the subwoofer was located on the external bottom enclosure of the product.
• The equipment shall be used at maximum 35 degree Celsius ambient temperature.
• See the important note and rating located on the back of the unit.
• WARNING - This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any
container filled with liquid near the equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping,
splashing, rain, or moisture.
• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the
installation instructions.
• CAUTION - Danger of explosion or fire if batteries are mistreated. Replace only with the same or
specified type.
• Do not leave the batteries exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows
closed. Do not disassemble the batteries or dispose of it in fire.
• Where the MAINS plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of not isolated dangerous voltage within the
product that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons.
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of not isolated dangerous voltage within the
product that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons.
Warning: This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliances. It
has been designed in such way that it does not require a safety connection to
electrical earth.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Package Contents ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Controls and Connections …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
First Time Set Up …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Using the Remote …………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Connecting with HDMI ……………………………………………………………………………………………...
Functions on your Remote …………………………………………………………………………………………
EQs on your Remote ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
Programming the Remote ………………………………………………………………………………………….
Using Bluetooth Mode ……………………………………………………………………………………………
Re-linking the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar …………………………………………………………………...
Advanced Setup …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Advanced Setup – HDMI …………………………………………………………………………………………...
Wall Mounting the Sound Bar ……………………………………………………………………………………...
Wall Mounting the Satellite Speakers …………………………………………………………………………….
Help and Troubleshoot……………………………………………………………………………………………
Warranty Clause ………………………………………………………….………………………………………
Specifications………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Legal and Compliance…………………………………………………….………………………………………

PACKAGE CONTENTS
2 x Satellite Speaker
Audio Cables
4 x Velcro Strips
HDMI Cable Digital Optical Cable
Subwoofer Power Cable
2 x Satellite
Speakers
Wireless
Subwoofer
Shockwafe Pro
Sound Bar Remote Control
with Batteries
2 x Mounting Screws
(Satellite Speakers)
4
8 x Wall Screws
2xSatellite
Wall Mount
Brackets
8 x Screw Brackets3.5mm Audio Cable
2 x Mounting Screws
(Sound Bar) 2xSound Bar
Wall Mount
Brackets

* For Firmware update only.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
Back of Sound Bar
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USB*
USB In
OPTICAL (4)
Digital Optical
Audio In
HDMI IN (3)
HDMI In
HDMI IN (2)
HDMI IN
AUX (7)
Analog Audio In
(Stereo 3.5mm)
DIGITAL (6)
Coaxial In
HDMI OUT (1)
HDMI Out
(ARC)

Top of Sound Bar
Input
Press to change the audio source.
Demo
Press to play NAKAMICHI demo track for tuning.
Volume
Increase or decrease the loudness of the audio.
Power
Press to turn Sound Bar on or off.
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Back of Subwoofer
Back of Satellite Speaker
7
LED Indicator
Pairing Button Power Port
Power Switch
Satellite Speaker Ports
(Connects to Satellite Speakers)
Satellite Speaker Port
(Connects to Subwoofer)
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* Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the Sound
Bar directly to your other devices (Blu-Ray player, game system, etc.) see your
device’s user manual.
* Cables appearance may differ from the ones supplied.
† When using either of the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting
the TV output to PCM or (B) Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source,
some TVs do not pass through digital audio.
‡ Cable not included.
3.5MM AUDIO
CABLE
GOOD
DIGITAL OPTICAL
CABLE†
BETTER
DIGITAL COAXIAL
CABLE†‡
BETTER
FIRST-TIME SETUP
1
Back of Sound Bar
CHOOSE ONE CABLE
OR
OR
AND CONNECT
IT TO YOUR TV
8
8
GOOD
BETTER
BEST

HDMI CABLE
BEST
HDMI cables send Video (Out) and receive
Audio from the TV. See the Connecting with
HDMI section for more information.
† When using the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting the TV
output to PCM or (B) Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source, some TVs do
not pass through digital audio.
Connect the Sound Bar to your TV* using one of
the connection types to the left. Choose the best
possible connection type. Be sure the TV port is
an audio output, not an audio input.
* Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the Sound Bar
directly to your other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc) see your device’s
user manual.
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Do not use HDMI IN for First-Time Setup.
See Advanced Setup if you would like to connect
HDMI devices (such as Blu-ray™ players, cable
boxes, and game consoles) to your Sound Bar.
9

2Connect the power cable to the
Sound Bar AC IN as shown.
Plug the power cable into an
electrical outlet.
10

Connect the satellite speakers to the subwoofer
using the included satellite speaker audio cables.
3
Match the color coded speaker cable
to the matching speaker port color.
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4
5
6
Connect a power cable to
the subwoofer.
Plug the power cable into a
power outlet.
Flip the power switch into
the ON position.
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Sound Bar is centered
below the TV.
For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar, subwoofer, and
satellite speakers as shown. The Sound Bar should be close to ear level.
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13
Note: Speaker stands not included. 13

8
Remove the battery cover
by gently sliding it away
from the remote.
9
Insert the included batteries
and gently slide the battery
cover back into place.
Power Source
Top Top
10 Turn your TV on, the Sound Bar will automatically turn on
and begin searching for an active input.
You can press the SOURCE button to switch between
audio sources. For example,IfyouareconnectedyourTV
to HDMI IN (ARC), set the Sound Bar to HDMI ARC.
Tip: Pressing the SOURCE button will stop
the auto detect function.
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USING THE REMOTE Display
Displays Sound Bar Settings
InputSource
Presstochangeinputsource.
Vol +/‐
Presstoincreaseanddecreasevolume.
Enter/Play/Pause/Mute
Presstoselectanoption.
Presstoplayorpause.
Presstomute/unmute.
Next
PresstoskiptothenexttrackinBluetoothmode.
(ChangesaudiosettingsinMenu)
SportsEQ
PresstocyclethroughSportsEQs
TVEQ
PresstocyclethroughTVEQs
NightEQ
PresstocyclethroughNightEQs
TVPower
Presstopoweron/offTV.
Power
Presstopoweron/offSoundBar.
Menu
Presstoaccessmenusettings.
Previous
PresstoskiptotheprevioustrackinBluetoothmode.
(ChangesaudiosettingsinMenu)
Up/Down
PresstochangechannelsonTV.
Presstocyclethroughsettingsandoptionsinmenu.
MovieEQ
PresstocyclethroughMovieEQs
MusicEQ
PresstocyclethroughMusicEQs
GameEQ
PresstocyclethroughGameEQs
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CONNECTING WITH HDMI
What is HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)?
Using HDMI ARC, your TV can send audio to the
sound bar using an HDMI cable.
You will need to connect your sound bar to your
TV’s HDMI ARC port using an HDMI cable that is
ARC compatible.
To connect using HDMI*:
1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI
(ARC) port on the back of your TV.
2. Connect the other end to the HDMI OUT (ARC) port
on your NAKAMICHI sound bar.
3. From the AUDIO menu on your TV, change the Digital
Audio Setting to Dolby Digital or Bitstream.
4. From the SYSTEM menu, enable CEC and ARC
(SAC)†functions.
5. From the CEC menu, select Device Discovery to
register the sound bar with the TV.
* Steps may differ by TV manufacturer.See your TV’s user manual for more information.
† CEC Function naming may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information.
If you want to use the volume buttons on the TV
remote control to control the sound bar, enable
System Audio Control from the CEC menu.
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Back of TV*
* HDMI ARC port location may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information.
Connect to HDMI (ARC) port on your TV
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FUNCTIONS ON YOUR REMOTE
Press the Menu button and use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to access the different functions and acoustic settings
of the Sound Bar. Each function and setting will be displayed on the remote control’s LCD display. The LED Indicators on the
Sound Bar will behave differently with each function.
Function LED Behavior Description
Center Volume Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the center speakers sound level. The
LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing
levels.
FIVE Left LEDs indicate Center
Volume at 5. (Default: 5)
Rear Speakers
Volume Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the rear speakers sound level. The
LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing
levels.
FIVE Left LEDs indicate Rear
Speakers Volume at 5. (Default: 5)
Rear Speakers
Balance Press the Next/Previous button to move the rear speakers balance towards the left/right
rear channel speaker. The LED indicators will move to the right when levels are adjusted to
the right and to the left when adjusted to the left.
Two center LEDs indicate Rear
Speakers Balance is centered.
Subwoofer Volume Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the subwoofer speakers sound level.
The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with
decreasing levels.
FIVE Left LEDs indicate Subwoofer
Volume at 5. (Default: 5)
Surround ON/OFF ON Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable surround. When enable (ON), all the
inputs will produce 5.1 surround sound. When disable (OFF), 5.1 surround sound sources
will be down mixed to 2.1 stereo.
OFF
LEDs located here.
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Function LED Behavior Description
Bluetooth Pairing Press the Enter button on the remote. The sound bar will be discoverable for 15 minutes.
Your can now search for the sound bar (SHOCKWAVE PRO 5.1) using your Bluetooth
device. The sound bar will power down if no device is found. Note: Set your Bluetooth
device into pairing mode prior to the sound bar.
LEDs flash from left to right and
back continuously when searching
for devices.
Demo Track Press the Enter button on the Remote. The Sound Bar will play the Nakamichi
Demonstration Track. Use this track to adjust volume levels of the Center, Rear and
Subwoofer or the balance of the Rear Speakers.
LEDs flash from left to right and
back continuously when searching
for devices.
Reset
Press the Next/Previous and Enter buttons to select and reset your remote and sound bar
to the factory default settings. All paired Bluetooth devices will be unpaired. All programmed
IR remotes will also be removed.
Upon Reset all LEDs will blink
once.
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EQs ON YOUR REMOTE
Press either Movie, Sports, Music, TV,, Game or Night EQ buttons on your remote to toggle through more EQ settings under that
genre. Each function and setting will be displayed on the remote control’s LCD display. The LED Indicators on the Sound Bar will
behave differently with each function.
EQ LED Behavior Description
Movie Press MOVIE button to toggle between MOVIE EQ in this sequence: Movie, Action, Sci-Fi,
Animation, Comedy and Drama.
Fifth LED will blink once to indicate
change of Movie EQ.
Sports Press SPORTS button to toggle between SPORTS EQ in this sequence: Sports, Football,
Baseball, Basketball, Fighting and Racing.
Sixth LED will blink once to indicate
change of Sports EQ.
TV Press TV button to toggle between TV EQ in this sequence: TV, Action, Sci-Fi, Animation,
Comedy and News.
Seventh LED will blink once to
indicate change of TV EQ.
Music Press MUSIC button to toggle between MUSIC EQ in this sequence: Music, Rock, Pop, R&B
and Country
Eighth LED will blink once to
indicate change of Music EQ.
Gaming
Press GAME button to toggle GAMING EQ.
Ninth LED will blink once to indicate
change of Gaming EQ.
Night Press NIGHT button to toggle between NIGHT MODE in this sequence: Sub ON, Sub LOW
(Bass reduced to level 2), Sub OFF and Headphones.
• In “Headphone mode”, Sound Bar transmits sound to only Nakamichi headphones for personal listening.
• When in “Headphone” mode mode, powering off the Sound Bar and powering on again will return to “Sub ON” EQ
mode. This will prevent confusion that the Sound Bar has no sound output.
Tenth LED will blink once to
indicate change of Night Mode.