Polk Mono Magnifi 2 User manual

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High-Performance Home Theater Sound Bar System™
Quick Start Guide

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Technical Assistance
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What’s in the Box
Sound Bar
High-Speed HDMI Cable Sound Bar Power Cord
Remote Control Sound Bar Power Supply
Optical Cable
Subwoofer Power CordWall Mount Template Product Literature
Subwoofer
AAA
AAA
2 (AAA) Batteries

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Setup
Connecting to Your TV
Is an HDMI input jack on your TV labeled “ARC” or “eARC”?
Connect the included HDMI cable to the
HDMI jacks labeled with “ARC” on both
the TV and the sound bar.
Connect the included Optical cable
between the TV and sound bar.
Connect the included HDMI cable to any
available HDMI jack on the TV and to the
“TV ARC” connector on the sound bar.
ARC
HDMI
HDMI
ARC
TV HDMI OPTICAL TV
YES NO
1.

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Sound Bar
TV
Subwoofer
TV
2. Placing the Sound Bar
For best listening experience, center the sound bar
under your TV. If you are setting the sound bar on
an entertainment center or TV stand, place it on
the front-most edge.
A mounting template is provided for wall mounting
the sound bar. For proper installation, please refer
to the instructions printed on the template.
3. Connecting the Sound Bar to an AC Outlet
Initial startup will take up to a minute.
4. Placing the Subwoofer
For best performance, place on the same wall
as the TV, no more than 30ft (10m) from the bar.
5. Connect the Subwoofer to an AC Outlet
A green light will be visible on the back of the
subwoofer to indicate that it is paired to the sound bar.

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6. Installing Remote Batteries
Insert the provided AAA batteries.
7. Verifying your Connections
Turn on your TV and start playing content. Adjust the volume
of the sound bar using the provided Polk remote or your
existing TV remote. You should now hear sound from your
sound bar.
If you are playing content on your TV and hear an echo
or do not hear any sound at all, see page 19 for
troubleshooting.
8. Setting Up Chromecast built-in™
Go to http://g.co/home/setup to download the free Google Home app and follow the in-
app instructions to connect the Polk MagniFi 2 to your Wi-Fi network.
When streaming from a Chromecast-enabled app, a white light will appear on the sound
bar.
For more detailed setup information about Google Home and Chromecast built-in for
audio, visit https://support.google.com/googlenest
and https://support.google.com/chromecastbuiltin.

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Listening to Music via Chromecast built-in
Chromecast built-in Benefits
MagniFi 2 features Chromecast built-in, which lets you easily
1. Stream music from your favorite apps over Wi-Fi.
2. Create a whole-home audio experience. Multi-room sync lets you play the same song
across Chromecast built-in compatible speakers in your house at the same time.
3. Stream media to your MagniFi 2 from any Google Assistant-enabled speaker; use your
voice to cast your favorite content, change volume, and find information about what
you are listening to.
4. Receive automatic updates.
Receiving Automatic Updates – Highly Recommended
Polk will periodically provide software updates to improve performance and expand
compatibility with new products.
We highly recommend that you connect your sound bar to your home network.
To receive automatic updates, you do not need to register your product or
provide your email address. Simply connect your sound bar to your network via
Wi-Fi using the Google Home app on iOS or Android ™ devices.

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Listening to Music via Bluetooth®
Connecting a Bluetooth Device
1. Press the Bluetooth button on the sound bar or remote control. You should now see
a blinking blue light on the front of the sound bar.
2. Navigate to the Bluetooth settings in your phone or tablet and select “Polk MagniFi 2”.
Within a few seconds, your device should connect and the blue light on the sound bar
should go solid.
3. You’re all set – play music from an app of your choice.
Note: If the light on the sound bar is solid blue, this means that a Bluetooth device is
already connected. You will not be able to pair a new device until you disconnect that
device first.
Automatic Reconnect
When you press the Bluetooth button , the sound bar will attempt to automatically
reconnect to the Bluetooth device that was most recently connected.
Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device
You can disconnect from the Bluetooth settings in your phone or tablet. Alternatively,
you can disconnect by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button for 3 seconds. Upon
disconnecting, the sound bar will enter pairing mode, and you will see a blinking blue light
which will allow you to pair another device.

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Power
On/O
Source Bluetooth® Mute Master Volume
Down/Up
Sound Bar Top Panel
Sound Bar Back Panel
HDMI
Inputs
HDMI Out
(ARC)
Optical
In
Status
LEDs USB*
Power
Connector
*Factory use only

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Visual Indicators
The front of the sound bar contains a horizontal row of lights that provides status
indications such as source, volume, and listening modes. Note: These LEDs will fade out
after two seconds.
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI (ARC)
Optical
On
Dolby Content
DTS Content
Night Mode
Bluetooth®
Chromecast built-in
LED Back of Bar
Back of Subwoofer
OFF
(NOT CONNECTED)
SOLID
(CONNECTED)
FLASHING
(PAIRING MODE)
WI-FI
SUB
SUB

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Optimizing Your Listening Experience
Sound Bar Lights
Less Bass More BassDefault
Level
VOL
Louder VoiceQuieter Voice Default
Level
BASS VOICE
Bass Control
Easily adjust low-frequency
volume for more or less impact. Easily adjust dialogue levels to
improve clarity when watching
TV shows, movies, and sports.
Sound Bar Lights

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Power On/O
Remote Control
Bluetooth®
Master Volume
Up/Down
Voice Adjust
Up/Down
Mute
Music Mode
Sport Mode
*Surround Volume
Up/Down
(Available when wireless surrounds are used)
HDMI Inputs
*Surround Balance
Left/Right
(Available when wireless surrounds are used)
TV Input
Movie Mode
Night Mode
3D Mode
Bass
Up/Down
*For future use. Not compatible with Polk SR1 Wireless Surrounds.

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Using Your TV, Cable, or Satellite Remote to Control the MagniFi 2
There are several ways to use your TV, cable, or satellite remote to control the MagniFi 2.
HDMI CEC Control
If the MagniFi 2 is connected to your TV via HDMI and your TV supports CEC: Volume,
Mute, and Power for the MagniFi 2 can be controlled by TV remote without any further
setup.
Preloaded Remote Control
If your TV does not support CEC or you have chosen to connect your MagniFi 2 to your
TV with the Optical cable, you will likely be able to control volume and mute with your
TV’s existing remote control. The MagniFi 2 is pre-configured to respond to volume and
mute commands from most popular TV remotes including: Samsung, LG, Sony, VIZIO,
and other major brands.*
Remote Control Learning Function
If your TV is connected to the MagniFi 2 using the Optical cable and it is not one of the
more popular brands, you can teach your remote to control volume, mute and other
functions (such as source selection or bass volume) on your sound bar.
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Using the Remote Control Learning Function
IMPORTANT: Hold both remotes about 12 in
(30cm) directly in front of the MagniFi 2 when
pressing their respective buttons and make sure your remotes
have fresh batteries.
Entering Remote Control Learn Mode
Make sure your sound bar is powered on, then press and hold the Source button on
the sound bar for about 3 seconds. When you hear a two-note tone, release the button.
You should now see white lights on the front of the sound bar bouncing left and right.
STEP 1: Select a Button on your MagniFi 2 Remote
Press and release the button on the MagniFi 2 remote that you want to learn (ex: Volume
Up). You will hear a single tone and see all white lights fading in and out together.
STEP 2: Select a Button on your TV Remote
Press and release the button on your TV remote that you want to assign to the button
you selected in Step 1.
STEP 3: Verify the Results
• If you see the white lights fading in and out again, repeat step 2.
• If you hear a two-note tone and see •••••••••• the command was not learned.
• If you hear a single tone and see •••••••••• the command was successfully learned.
12” (30cm)

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STEP 4: Learn Another Code
When you see the white lights on the front of the sound bar bouncing left and right again,
you are ready to select your next function to learn by repeating steps 1-3.
Exiting Remote Control Learn Mode
Press and hold the Source button on the sound bar again for about 3 seconds. When
you hear a two-note tone, release the button.
NOTE: The sound bar will automatically exit IR learn mode if it has not received any IR
commands for 60 seconds. All learned IR commands will automatically be saved.
Clearing Learned Remote Control Codes
Press and hold the Source button on the sound bar for about 10 seconds. You will hear a
two-note tone. Continue holding the button and release the button after you hear a three-
note tone.

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Advanced Setup
Connecting a Cable Box, Game Console or
other HDMI Sources to your MagniFi 2
MagniFi 2 supports up to three HDMI sources.
It will pass-through 4K and HDR signals to your
TV if you are using the HDMI-ARC connection
between the sound bar and TV. You will need
to use High Speed HDMI cables for 4K content.
Using the Optical Input for an Audio Source
If you want to use the Optical input on the sound bar
for another audio source such as a CD player, follow
these steps:
1. Connect your TV to MagniFi 2 using HDMI-ARC.
2. Connect the supplied Optical cable between the
CD player and sound bar.
3. The TV button on the remote will toggle
between the HDMI-ARC (4 white lights) and
Optical (5 white lights) input sources as long
as audio is available.
Sound Bar HDMI Inputs
Sound Bar Optical Input
Media Player Blu-rayGaming

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Wall Mounting your MagniFi 2
A mounting template is provided for
wall mounting the sound bar. For proper
installation, please refer to the instructions
printed on the template.

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3D
Sound Modes
Night Mode
Reduces bass and volume dynamics while
improving voice intelligibility for low-volume
listening.
Music Mode
Gives you balanced sound and smoother bass
while minimizing spatialization eects to ensure
more natural sound reproduction.
Movie Mode
Acoustically optimized for both movie and TV
content. It also provides a bass boost, increased
spatialization and enhances Voice Adjust levels
for improved dialogue clarity. It is the default
sound mode for HDMI and Optical input sources. 3D Mode
Creates virtual height channels to deliver a
three-dimensional sound experience.
Sports Mode
Enhances dialogue-rich content, like sporting
events, newscasts, and talk shows. Uses Voice
Adjust to boost dialoge clarity and optimizes
the subwoofer volume levels.

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Troubleshooting
I Do Not Hear Sounds from My Sound Bar
• Check that the sound bar is powered on and that a light is visible on the front.
• Check that all wires are connected correctly.
• Press Volume “+” button on top of sound bar until at least 2 white lights appear.
• Using the provided Polk remote, select the desired input. White lights should display correspond-
ing to the input button you pressed.
I Hear an Echo From My TV or Sound Bar.
• If your TV ix connected to the sound bar via HDMI ARC, check that HDMI CED/ARC is enabled in
your TV’s Settings menu.
• Check that the TV speakers are disabled. Consult your TV’s user manual for details.
I Do Not See Lights on the Front of My Sound Bar.
• Press the power button on the top of the sound bar.
• Check that the connections are secure between sound bar, power supply, and power outlet.
• Unplug power from the sound bar for 30 seconds and plug back in.
• Try another wall outlet.
My Remote Isn’t Working
• Get closer to the sound bar and aim the remote at the front of the sound bar.
• Install fresh batteries in the remote.

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I Do Not Hear Sounds from My Subwoofer
• Check that the sound bar is powered on and playing audio.
• Turn up the bass using the provided Polk remote.
• Check that the power cable is secure in the back of the subwoofer and wall outlet.
• Check that a solid green light is visible on the back of the subwoofer.
• Unplug power from the subwoofer for 30 seconds and then plug back in.
• If the light on the back of the subwoofer is flashing green, you will need to reconnect the sub-
woofer to the sound bar using the instructions below.
Pairing the Subwoofer to the Sound Bar
• Check that the sound bar is powered on. A light should be visible on the front of the sound bar.
• On the back of the sound bar, press and hold the CONNECT button for 3-5 seconds. The SUB and
SURR lights on the back of the sound bar should now be blinking green.
• On the back of the subwoofer, press and hold the CONNECT button for 3-5 seconds. The light on
the back of the subwoofer should now be solid green.
• On the back of the sound bar, press the CONNECT button to exit pairing mode.
Factory Reset
• Performing a factory reset will erase all settings in the sound bar including Bluetooth pairings
and Wi-Fi connection. To perform a factory reset, press and hold the Power button on top of
the sound bar for 15 seconds. You can release the button when you hear the factory reset sound
eect. The bar will reboot and be ready to use again in about a minute.