Polaroid PLA21SB001A User manual

Dolby Atmos
soundbar
for TV’s, DVD/Blu-ray players,
games consoles & MP3 players
PLA21SB001A
USER MANUAL
0333 6007700
0333 6007700

Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing this Sound Bar. This product will improve and amplify
the sound from your TV or MP3 player
Please read the warning section on pages 16 & 17 carefully before using your
Sound Bar.
You should have
Power cable
Sound Bar
Wall brackets &
fittings
Wall mounting
screws
3.5mm audio cable Remote control / AAA batteries x2
2
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Contents
Your Sound Bar 04
Preparing the remote control 05
Recognising the remote control buttons 06
Positioning your Sound Bar 07
Fitting the wall brackets 08
Mounting the Sound Bar 09
Connecting your Sound Bar 10
Using your Sound Bar 15
Using the bluetooth function 16
Troubleshooting 18
Warnings 19
Battery disposal information 22
Technical specification 22
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Your Sound Bar
1. Remote control sensor
2. Display: Shows the current
status of the sound bar.
3. Wall bracket screws.
4. button: Use to switch
between ON or STANDBY.
5. button: Use to select the
input source for the Sound Bar.
6. –Use to decrease the volume.
+ Use to increase the volume.
7. A C ~socket.
8. COAXIAL: Use to connect the
sound bar to a COAXIAL OUT
socket on an external device.
9. OPTICAL socket: Use to
connect the sound bar to a
OPTICAL OUT socket on an
external device.
10. USB socket: Insert a USB
device to play music. It can also
be used to update the sound
bar's software functions.
11. AUX socket: Use to connect
to the AUX OUT/Headphone
sockets on an external device.
12. HDMI OUT (TV eARC/ARC)
socket: The port supports the
eARC/ARC HDMI feature, which
allows the sound bar to play
audio that originates on the
connected TV.
13. HDMI IN 1 /2 sockets: Two
HDMI IN ports for connecting
HDMI source devices, such as a
DVD player, Blu-ray Disc player,
or gaming console. Note that
only one HDMI input is usable at
a time.
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Preparing the remote control
Important battery information:
• When the remote control is not used for a long time (more than a month),
remove the battery to prevent it from leaking.
• If the batteries do leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment
and replace the batteries with new ones.
• Do not use any batteries other than those specified.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw them in fire or water.
• 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 a rechargeable type.
IMPORTANT: The remote control will work within a 6m range, however this may be
impossible if there are obstacles between the unit and the control.
If the remote control is used near other devices which generate infrared rays then it
may not operate properly and may interfere with other devices.
Fitting/replacing the batteries:
Push down gently on the top of the battery
cover and slide down off the bottom of the
remote control.
Insert the two AAA batteries into the battery
compartment.
Ensure the + & – on the batteries are
correctly aligned with the marks in the battery
compartment.
Slide the battery compartment cover back onto
the bottom of the remote control as shown in
the diagram and push upwards until it locks in
place.

Recognising the remote control buttons
1. :Switches the Sound Bar ON or
into the STANDBY mode.
2. SOURCE buttons: Use to select
the input source for the sound bar.
3. ltt : Skip to previous track.
uul: Skip to next track.
ull : Play / pause / resume playback
in Bluetooth mode.
Press and hold to activate
Bluetooth pairing function or to
disconnect form a paired device.
4. BASS +/–: Use to adjust the level
of the bass.
5. :Press to mute the sound bar.
+ / –: Press +to increase the
volume. Press –to reduce the
volume.
6. TREBLE +/–: Use to adjust the level
of the treble.
7. VERTICAL/SURROUND: Press to
turn the surround sound on or off.
8. Equaliser setting buttons:
Press to select the equaliser setting
best suited to the material you are
listening to.
9. DIMMER: Used to adjust the
brightness of the display.
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The correct position of the Sound Bar
Placed on a stand: If your TV is placed on a stand, place the Sound Bar directly in
front of the TV centred on the middle of the screen.
Wall mounted: If your TV is fitted to the wall, Mount the Sound Bar directly below
the TV centred on the middle of the screen.
How to mount your Sound Bar on a wall
IMPORTANT: Before installing your Sound Bar please read the information below.
• All installation must be carried out by a qualified person 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
installers responsibility to verify that the wall will safely support the total load
of the Sound Bar and the 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 finder to check the wall type before drilling and
mounting.
• Suggested wall mounting height ≤1.5 meters.
Positioning your Sound Bar
Placed on a stand Wall mounted

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WARNING: Before attempting to fit the Sound Bar to the wall, if you are in
any way unsure about how or where to fit the Sound Bar you should employ a
qualified person to install your Sound Bar.
IMPORTANT: The fittings supplied with your Sound Bar may not be suitable for all
types of wall. Please consult a professional for advice before drilling any holes if
you are in any doubt.
IMPORTANT: Mark the position
on the wall that you want the
Sound Bar to be fitted to and
check that they align with the
holes in the brackets before
drilling any holes.
1. The distance between the outer
holes must be 810 mm with
two more holes 30 mm in from
them. Ensure the four points are
level using a spirit level (A).
2. Drill 4 parallel holes (Ø 3-8 mm
each according to wall type) in
the wall. The distance between
the outer holes must be 810 mm
With two more holes 30mm
in from the outer holes. Firmly
insert a dowel into each hole (B).
3. Slot the screws into the holes in
the brackets. Slot a crosshead
screwdriver through the holes
in the front of the bracket and
tighten the screws into the wall
(C).
810 mm
A
30 mm
30 mm
C
B
Fitting the wall brackets

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Mounting the Sound Bar
1. Remove the two wall bracket
screws on the back of the Sound
Bar using a cross head screwdriver
(not supplied) (A).
2. Screw the two wall mounting
screws into the two screw holes
left by removing the two wall
bracket screws (B).
3. Align the heads of the wall
mounting screws on the back of
the Sound Bar with the slots in the
tops of the wall brackets (C).
4. Gently push the Sound Bar down
until it locks in place (D).
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B
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Connecting to the HDMI OUT ARC socket using an HDMI cable
IMPORTANT: The ARC (Audio Return Channel) function allows you to send audio
from your ARC compliant TV to your Sound Bar through a single HDMI connection.
To enjoy the ARC function, please ensure your TV is both HDMI-CEC and ARC
compliant and set up accordingly. When correctly set up, you can use your TV
remote control to adjust the volume or mute the Sound Bar.
1. Slot one end of the HDMI cable (not supplied) into the HDMI OUT ARC
socket on the back of the Sound Bar.
2. Slot the other end of the HDMI cable into a HDMI OUT ARC socket on the TV
or other device you want to connect to the Sound Bar.
TIPS: Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC function. HDMI-CEC
and ARC must be set to ON. The setting method of the HDMI-CEC and ARC
may differ depending on the TV or device connected. Please refer to the user
manual suppled with the device. Only HDMI 2.0 or higher versions cables are
recommended for this sound bar.
Connecting your Sound Bar
Dolby Atmos®
Dolby Atmos gives you immersive listening experience by developing sound in
3 dimensional space, and richness, clarity, and power of Dolby sound. For more
information, please visit: dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos.
To use Dolby Atmos®
Dolby Atmos®is only available when your sound bar is connected using the
HDMI ARC or HDMI sockets and a HDMI 2.0 cable. Please see below for more
information on how to connect your sound bar to an external device.
Your sound bar will still function when it is connected using other methods (such
as a Digital Optical cable) but these are unable to support all of the Dolby Atmos®
features. Given this, our recommendation is to connect via a HDMI 2.0 cable
into the HDMI ARC or HDMI ports to ensure you can enjoy the full effect of your
sound bar.

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HDMI OUT
e.g. games consoles,
DVD players and blu ray
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HDMI IN
Connecting to the Optical socket using an OPTICAL cable
1. Pull the protective cap out of the optical socket on the back of the Sound Bar.
2. Slot one end of the OPTICAL cable (not supplied) into the socket on the
Sound Bar.
3. Slot the other end of the OPTICAL cable into the OPTICAL socket on your TV
or other device you want to connect to.
IMPORTANT: If there is no sound output and the OPTICAL Indicator flashes,
ensure the audio setting of the input source (e.g. TV, game console, DVD player,
etc.) is set to PCM mode with optical input.
OPTICAL
Connecting to the HDMI IN sockets using an HDMI cable
If the device you want to connect to is not HDMI ARC compatible, you can
connect to the device using the standard HDIM IN ports on the Sound Bar and a
HDMI cable. Note: The package does not include a HDMI cable.
1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the soundbar's HDMI OUT (eARC/ARC)
socket to the TV’s HDMI IN socket.
2. Use an HDMI cable to connect the soundbar's HDMI IN (1 or 2) socket to
your external devices (e.g. games consoles, DVD players and blu ray).
TIPS: Only HDMI 2.0 or higher versions cables are recommended for this sound
bar.

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Connecting to the COAXIAL socket using an audio coaxial cable
1. Slot one of the plugs on the audio coaxial cable (not supplied) into the
COAXIAL socket on the back of the Sound Bar.
2. Slot the other end of the audio coaxial cable into the COAXIAL OUT socket on
your TV or other device you want to connect to.
IMPORTANT: The Sound Bar may not be able to decode all digital audio formats
from the input source. If this happens, the Sound Bar will automatically go into
mute, this is NOT a fault. Check that the input source (TV, games console, DVD
player e.t.c) is set to PCM or Dolby Digital (refer to the user manual for the input
device for its audio setting details) with HDMI / OPTICAL / COAXIAL input.
COAXIAL
OUT
Connecting to the AUX socket using an RCA to 3.5mm audio
cable
1. Slot the 3.5mm plug on the RCA to 3.5mm cable (not supplied) into the AUX
socket on the Sound Bar.
2. Slot the other end of the AUX to 3.5mm cable into the red and white AUX
sockets on your TV or other device you want to connect to.
IMPORTANT: You may need to change the audio settings on your TV or device you
have connected to, please consult the instructions supplied with the product for
more information.
AUDIO OUT
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Connecting to the AUX socket using an 3.5mm to 3.5mm
audio cable
1. Slot one of the plugs on the 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable (supplied) into the
AUX socket on the back of the Sound Bar.
2. Slot the other end of the 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable into the headphone
socket on your TV or other device you want to connect to.
Fitting a USB drive using the USB socket
1. Slot the USB device into the USB slot in the back of the Sound Bar.
USB drive operation
Press the button repeatedly on the unit or press the USB button on the remote
control to select USB mode.
During playback:
To pause or resume play: Press the ulI/PAIR button on the remote control.
To skip to the previous/next file: press the lt/ulbuttons on the remote control.
Note: USB can only support MP3 file, maximum memory size 32G

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Turning the Sound Bar on & off
You can turn the Sound Bar on by pressing
either the button on the Sound Bar or by
pressing the on the remote control.
Test mode: Press and hold the button
then power up the sound bar to select the test
mode, this mode is without DRC and the sound
setting is FLAT. It is not a mode that consumers
use.
Plugging the Sound Bar in
Slot the plug on the end of the power cable into
a wall socket and turn the power on if required.
Note: Ensure the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage stated on the back
or underside of the Sound Bar.
Before plugging the Sound Bar in, ensure that
all other connections have been completed.
Attaching the power cable
Slot the end of the power cable into the power
socket on the back of the Sound Bar.

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When you first connect your Sound
Bar to the mains it will automatically
go into standby mode.
Turning on & off
Press either the button on the
Sound Bar or press the button on
the remote control to turn your Sound
Bar on or off. To turn the Sound Bar off
completely you will have to remove
the plug from the mains socket.
Note: If your TV or other external
device is connected, the Sound Bar
will automatically switch on when
the TV or other external device is
switched on. If the Sound Bar is idle, it
will automatically switch into standby
mode after approximately 15 minutes.
Mode selection
Press the button on the end of
the Sound Bar repeatedly or press the
AUX, BT, OPT/COA, HDMI 1/2, HDMI
eARC and USB on the remote control
to select the connection mode you
have used on the external device.
The selected mode will be shown on
the display on the front of the Sound
Bar.
Adjusting the Bass/Treble
level
Press the BASS or TREBLE + /–
buttons on the remote control to
adjust the amount of bass or treble.
Adjusting the volume
Press the + /– buttons on the end
of the Sound Bar or the volume +
/ –buttons on the remote control to
increase or decrease the volume.
If you want to turn the sound off
completely press the button on the
remote control. To turn the sound on
again, press the button again or the
+/ –buttons on the end of the Sound
Bar or the volume +/ –buttons on the
remote control.
Turning the Surround Sound
ON or OFF
Press the VERTICAL/SURROUND
button on the remote control to turn
on the surround sound. Press the
button again to turn the surround
sound off.
Setting the Audio Delay (AV
SYNC)
Video image processing is sometimes
longer than the time required to
process the audio signal. This is called
"delayed". The Audio Delay feature is
designed to remedy this delay.
IMPORTANT: You must be connected
to the device you are listening to with
a HDMI 2.0 cable using the HDMI
eARC socket.
Press and hold the VERTICAL/
SURROUND button on the remote
control to enter the audio delay
setting. The Sound Bar display will
scroll 'LATENCY SET' when activated.
Press the volume + /– buttons to
adjust the delay in 10 millisecond
intervals to adjust the delay time.
Adjusting the brightness
Repeatedly press the DIMMER button
on the remote control to select your
preferred brightness level.
Using your Sound Bar

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IMPORTANT: The operational
range between the Sound Bar
and a bluetooth enabled device is
approximately 8 meters.
The device you wish to connect to the
Sound Bar must support Advanced
Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP).
Before you attempt to connect a
bluetooth enabled device to the
Sound Bar check to ensure you know
how to use the bluetooth function
of the device you wish to connect.
Using the bluetooth function
Using the equalizer (EQ)
effect
Press the VOICE / SPORT / MOVIE /
MUSIC buttons on the remote control
to select the desired preset equaliser
effect.
AUX, OPTICAL, COAXIAL or
HDMI operation
Ensure your Sound Bar is connect to
the TV, DVD player or audio device as
described on pages 10 to 13.
When your Sound Bar is turned on,
press the button on the end of the
Sound Bar or the AUX, OPT/COA,
HDMI 1/2 or HDMI eARC buttons on
the remote control, the selected mode
will be shown on the Sound Bars
display.
Use the connected device remote
control or controls to operate the
playback features.
Tips
The Sound Bar may not be able to
decode all digital audio formats from
the input source. If this happens, the
Sound Bar will automatically go into
mute, this is NOT a fault. Check
that the input source (TV, games
console, DVD player e.t.c) is set to
PCM or Dolby Digital (refer to the
user manual for the input device for
its audio setting details) with HDMI 1
/ HDMI 2 / HDMI eARC / OPTICAL /
COAXIAL input.
When the DOLBY DIGITAL audio
format is entered, the Sound Bar
display will show DOLBY AUDIO.
When the PCM audio format is
entered, the Sound Bar display will
show PCM AUDIO.
When playing non-PCM or DOLBY
DIGITAL audio formats there will be
no sound from the Sound Bar and the
display will show NO SUPPORT.
The full Dolby Atmos experience is
only available when the Sound Bar is
connected to the device via a HDMI
2.0 cable.
The Sound Bar will still function
when connected via other methods
(such as a Digital Optical Cable) but
these are unable to support all of
the Dolby features. Given this, our
recommendation is to connect via
HDMI, in order to ensure full Dolby
support.

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Any obstacles between the Sound
Bar and the device may reduce the
signal strength. Keep the Sound Bar
and device away from other electrical
devices as they could interfere with
the bluetooth signal.
IMPORTANT: Not all bluetooth
devices will be compatible with the
Sound Bar.
Pairing the Sound Bar with a
bluetooth enabled device
1. Turn the bluetooth function on the
device you wish to pair.
2. Press the button on the
end of the Sound Bar until BT is
shown on the Sound Bar display
or press the BT button on the
remote control. "NO BT" will be
shown on the display if the Sound
Bar is not paired with a devise.
3. Check the found list on your
devise for 'PLA21SB001A' and
connect to it.
4. If the bluetooth connection is
successful the Sound Bar will
give you an audio prompt 'Paired'
and the display on the Sound Bar
will show "BT".
5. To disconnect the device, switch
to another function on the Sound
Bar or Press and hold the ulI or
BT button on the remote control.
The Bluetooth disconnected will
be disconnected when you hear a
audible prompt.
Tips on using the bluetooth
function
• If requested, enter the password
0000.
• If no other Bluetooth device
pairs with this player within two
minutes, the player will recover its
previous connection.
• The device will also be
disconnected if you move out of
the range of the Sound Bar.
• If you want to reconnect, move
closer to the Sound Bar. Note:
Check the bluetooth list on the
device to ensure the Sound Bar is
still connected.
• If the connection is lost, reconnect
following the instructions for pairing
the Sound Bar.
Listening to music
If the connected Bluetooth device
supports Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile (A2DP), you can listen to the
music stored on the device through
the player.
If the device also supports Audio Video
Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), you
can use the players remote control to
play music stored on the device.
1. Pair the device with the Sound
Bar.
2. Play music via your device (if it
supports A2DP).
3. Use the supplied remote control
to control playback from the
device (if it supports A2DP).
To pause / resume play, press the
ull button on the remote control.
To skip to a track, press the ltt
/ uuIbuttons on the remote
control.

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Troubleshooting
Problems
No power
No sound
Remote
control does
not work
I can’t find
the Bluetooth
name of this
unit on my
Bluetooth
device
The Sound
Bar turns off
What to do
• Ensure that the power cable of the apparatus is properly connected.
• Ensure that there is power at the power outlet.
• Press button on the remote control or Sound Bar to turn the unit
on.
• Press or the +/ –volume buttons on the remote control to
ensure the Sound Bar is not muted.
• Increase the volume. Press Volume + button on the remote control
or on the Sound Bar.
• Press the button on the Sound Bar or one of the source buttons
on the remote control 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. Confirm 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 is not muted.
• Before you press any playback control button, first 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 batteries.
• Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the
Sound Bar.
• Ensure the Bluetooth function is activated on your Bluetooth device.
• Re-pair the unit with your Bluetooth device.
• When the unit's external input signal level is too low, the unit will be
automatically turn off after 15 minutes. Please increase the volume
level of your external device.

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• Read these instructions -
All the safety and operating
instructions should be read
before this product is operated.
• Keep these instructions - The
safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future
reference.
• Heed all warning - All warnings
on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be
adhered to.
• Follow all instructions - All
operating and use instructions
should be followed.
• Do not use this appliance near
water - The appliance should not
be used near water or moisture
- for example, in wet basements
or near a swimming pool or
similar environments.
• 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
source such as radiators,
heaters, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from
being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, power
boards and at the where it exits
from the Sound Bar.
• Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Unplug the appliance during
thunderstorms or when unused
for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel. Servicing is required
when the appliance has been
damaged in any way, such as a
damaged power cord or plug,
Warnings
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety
standards. There are, however, some operation precautions that you should be
aware of:

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liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the unit, the
unit has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
• 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.
CAUTION
• To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or
moisture. The apparatus must
not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. Objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, must not
be placed on the apparatus.
• The mains plug/appliance coupler
is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device must
remain readily operable.
• Danger of explosion if battery
is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent
type.
WARNING
• The battery (batteries or battery
pack) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or similar.
• Before operating this system,
check the voltage of the system
to see if it is identical to the
voltage of your local power
supply.
• The ventilation should not
be impeded by covering the
ventilation openings with items
such as newspapers, table-
cloths, curtains, etc.
• Do not place this unit close to
strong magnetic fields.
• Should any solid object or liquid
fall 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
might 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.
• No naked flame sources, such
as lighted candles, should be
placed on the apparatus.
• 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 marking label is pasted
on the bottom or back of the
equipment.