Polk Mono SR1 User manual

Quick Start Guide

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please feel free to call or email us.
Technical Assistance
In North America, call Polk Customer Service at
800-377-POLK(7655) (M–F, 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m. EST)
Outside the US, call [phone]
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Polk Audio
1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081
U.S.A.
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What’s in the Box
(2) SR1 Wireless Surrounds (2) Surrounds
Power Supply
Product Literature

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SYNC POWER
15V 1.2A
Placing or mounting the surrounds
Place the surround speakers on the left and right
sides and equidistant from the main listening
position. Make sure you place the speaker marked
“L” on the left and the speaker marked “R” on
the right. If you decide to mount the surrounds,
Please refer to the wall mounting template for
instructions.
1.
2. Connecting the surrounds to an AC outlet
A flashing green light will be visible on the back of the
surrounds until you have manually synced the bar, sub,
and surrounds.
Surrounds
TV
L R
Verifying your connections
Turn on your TV and verify that you are seeing video and
hearing sound from the sound bar.
If you do not hear sound and do not see any lights on the
front of your sound bar, press the power button on the
sound bar to turn it on.
Note: If you are hearing sound from both your TV and your sound bar, you
must manually turn o your TV speakers using the Settings Menu on your TV.
Please refer to your TV’s owner’s manual for instructions.
3.
Setup
Connecting to Your Surround Speakers

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4. Syncing the Surround Speakers to the Soundbar
Note: You must sync BOTH surround speakers AND the subwoofer.
Sync the Subwoofer
1) Press the power button on the soundbar to turn it on.
2) On the back of the SOUNDBAR, press and hold the SYNC button until you hear a
tone (about 3-4 seconds) and then release the button. The SUB and SURR lights
above the SYNC button will flash green
3) On the back of the SUBWOOFER, press and hold the SYNC button until you hear
a tone (about 10 seconds) and the light on the back of the subwoofer turns solid
green.
Sync the Surround Speakers
4) On the back of EACH of the SURROUND SPEAKERS, press and hold the SYNC
button until the light on the bottom of the speaker turns solid green (about 10 sec-
onds).
5) When BOTH LEFT and RIGHT surround speakers are paired to the bar you will hear
a tone from the bar.
NOTE: If you hear a two note descending tone from the bar syncing failed. Please try
again.

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Remote Control Power On/O
Mute
Play/Pause
Sport Mode
Surround Volume
Up/Down
(available when wireless surrounds
are used)
Surround Balance
Left/Right
(available when wireless
surrounds are used)
AUX Input
Bluetooth®
VoiceAdjust
Up/Down
TV Input
Night Mode
HDMI Inputs
Back
Bass
Up/Down
Movie Mode Forward
Master Volume
Up/Down
Music Mode

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Visual Indicators
The front of the sound bar contains a horizontal row of lights that provide status indications,
such as source, volume and listening modes.
HDMI 1
WI-FI
OFF
NOT CONNECTED
FLASHING
PAIRING MODE
SOLID
CONNECTED
SUB
SUB
SURROUNDS
SURROUNDS
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI (ARC)
OPTICAL
AUX
ON
NIGHT MODE
DOLBY CONTENT
DTS CONTENT
CHROMECAST BUILT-IN
BLUETOOTH
Back of Bar
Back of Subwoofer
Back of Surround Speakers

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Optimizing Your Surround Speakers
Volume Control
Easily adjust volume of the
surround speakers for more or less
impact.
Balance Control
Easily adjust the balance of the
surround speakers based on your
listening position.
DEFAULT
LEVEL
DEFAULT
LEVEL
Sound Bar lights
Sound Bar lights
Surround
mute

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Wall mounting your SR1 Wireless Surround Speakers
A wall mounting template is provided for wall mounting the
surround speakers. For proper installation, please refer to the
instructions printed on the template. Screws for attaching the
surrounds to the wall are not included. Choose the screw type
and length appropriate to your home’s construction. If in doubt,
consult a professional.
I Don’t Hear Sound from my Surround Speakers
1) Verify that the left and right surrounds speakers are plugged in to a power source.
2) Check the green light on the back of each speaker.
• If it is solid green, turn up the Surround Volume using the remote control.
• If it is flashing green you need to sync the surround speaker to the soundbar using the
following instructions

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SR1 WIRELESS SURROUND MOUNTING TEMPLATE
SR1 WIRELESS SURROUND GABARIT D'INSTALLATION
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1) USE A LEVEL AND TAPE TO PLACE THE TEMPLATE ON THE WALL
AT THE DESIRED LOCATION .
2) MARK THE HOLES - ARE THE HOLE LOCATIONS PRE-PUNCHED?
IF NOT THE USER NEEDS TO MARK WITH A SH A RP TOOL .
1) UTILISEZ UN NIVEAU ET FI X EZ LE GABARIT AVEC DU RUBAN ADHESIF
POUR LE PLACER SUR LE MUR A L' ENDROIT VOULU SOUS LE TELEVISEUR.
2) MARQUEZ LES TROUS. LES TROUS SONT-ILS DEJA PERCES? SINON,
VOUS DEVEZ LES MARQUER AVEC UN OUTIL POINTU.
USE THE APPROPRIATE HARDWARE (NOT INCLUDED)
FOR YOUR WALL TO SECURE THE SURROUND TO THE WALL.
UTILISEZ L'EQUIPEMENT APPROPRIE (NON INCLUS) POUR ATTACHER
LES HAUT-PARLEURS SURROUND AU MUR.
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Wireless Rear Surround Speakers for
MagniFi MAX Sound Bar System

Upgrade the MagniFi MAX with Polk SR1 wireless surround
speakers for a true 5.1 surround sound experience. Easy plug-in
setup—simply wall mount or position them on your end tables.
Features
Upgrade Polk MagniFi MAX to True 5.1 Surround Sound
Upgrade the Polk MagniFi MAX sound bar system with SR1
wireless surround speakers to create a truly immersive,
multi-dimensional 5.1 surround sound experience.
Easy Wireless Setup
Just plug the surround speakers into your AC outlet—one
button control wirelessly links the SR1 surround speakers to
your MagniFi MAX sound bar system.
Easy Placement
Wall-mount the surround speakers or place them on any
tabletop. Left / right balance control also allows for
asymmetrical placement.
Customize Volume and Balance
Maximize your surround sound experience by easily customizing
volume and left / right balance using the MagniFi MAX remote.
All-Stereo Mode
Easily play stereo content like music through the speakers
at the push of a button.
Compatible with All Sound Modes
Compatible with Dolby and DTS—plus Polk Movie, Sport,
Music and Night Modes.
Adjustable Wall-Mounting
Includes built-in keyhole slots and threaded insert to use
with aftermarket mounting brackets (wall mounting
template included).
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Specifications
Drivers (1) 3˝full-range round driver
Inputs Wireless streaming from the
MagniFi MAX sound bar system
(power required)
Frequency Response 35Hz - 20kHz
Included in Box Left and Right surround speakers
Wall mounting template
(2) extra long 10' (3m) power cords
Quick Start Guide
Registration card
Wall Mountable Yes (Key-hole or 1/4 20 threaded insert)
SKU # AM8419
NTL: AM8420
UPC 747192128395
INTL: 747192128388
Warranty 1 Year Amplifiers / 3 Years Speakers

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magnifi MAX™
magnifi MAXSR™
SRl Wireless Surrounds™
Important Product Information

Safety Precautions
FCC Stat ement
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to thefollowing two conditions:
(1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible forcompliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause ha rmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
1. This transmitter must not be colocated or operating
in conjunction with anyotherantenna or transmitter.
2. This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between
the radiator & your body.
3. FCC RF Warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructionsand the antenna(s} used forthis transmitter must be installed to
provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all personsand must
not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation
instructionsand transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This device complies with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth
for an uncontrolled environment and are safe for intended operation as
described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be achieved
if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or setthe
device to loweroutput power ifsuch function is available.
Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the antennatype anditsgain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.}
is not morethan that permitted for successful communication.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s}.
(1} this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
Radio Frequency (RF} Exposure Information
The radiated output power of theWireless Device is belowthe Industry
Canada (IC} radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device should
be used in such a mannersuch that the potential forhuman contact during
normal operation is minimized.
This device hasalso been evaluated and shown compliant with the IC RF
Exposure limits under mobile exposure conditions. (antennas are greaterthan
20cm from a person's body}.
2.412- 2.472GHz Band

This device operates in the 2.412-2.472GHz range.
5.15-5.25GHz Band
Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor use only.
Slave Equipment:
This device is slave equipment, the device is not radar detection and not ad -
hoc operation in the DFS band.
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
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5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install nearany heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or otherapparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safetypurpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades
with onewiderthan the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or thethird prong are provided for your safety.
Ifthe provided plug does not fit intoyouroutlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protectthe power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12.Useonly 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.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14.Referall servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing 1s required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supplycord
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.
15.Theequipment could be used at maximum 45 degree C ambient
temperature
16. Do not open the equipment to reduce the risk of electrical shock. For
safety reasons it is onlyallow to the opened by qualified servi ce personne l.
17.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture. And the apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases ,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
18.The AC inlet is used as the disconnect device
and shall remain readily operable.
19.Theproduct shall be used on open bench.
20.No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.

21.CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
22.The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack)
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
23.WARNING: If battery compartment does not
close securely, stop using the product and keep
it away from children and pets.
24.WARNING: Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
25.WARNING: Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold.
WARNING: Please refer to the information on exterior bottom enclosure for electrical
and Safety information before installing or operating the apparatus.
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EU Compliance Information
Eligible to bearthe CEmark; Conforms to European Union Low Voltage Directive
2014/35/EC; European Union EMC Directive 2014/30/EU; European Union
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Recast (RoHS) Directive
2011/65/EU; European Union
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU; European Union Eco-Design Directive 2009/125/EC;
European Union Registration, Evaluation,
Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Directive 2006/121/EC;
European Union Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU
Declaration of Conformity(DoC)
Hereby, PolkAudio LLC, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU
Customerscan download a copy of the original Doc for our radio equipment from
our website below:
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Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband
transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM
band and using
wide band modulation techniques;
Harmonized EN covering the essential requirements of
article 3.2 of the RED Directive.
-EN 301489-1
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum
Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility(EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1:
Commontechnical requirements
-EN 301489-17
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ER M ); ElectroMagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17:
Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high
performance RLAN equipment
-EN 62479
Assessment of the compliance of low power electronic and electrical equipment with
the basic restrictions related to
human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz to 300 GHz)

Type of Wireless Operating Frequency Maximum RF Power
Bluetooth 2402-2480MHz 9.1
dBm
2412-2472MHz 19.6 dBm
WiFI 5180-5320MHz 20.1
dBm
5500-5700MHz 19.8 dBm
Wireless Subwoofer 5743-5840MHz 7.6 dBm
Wireless Sound bar 5743-5840MHz 7.2dBm
Wireless Surrounds 5743-5840MHz 6.9dBm
5.15 -5.35 GHz band is restricted to indoor operations only in the following countries
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1-Year Limited Warranty
Polk Audio, LLC ("Polk") warrants to the original retail purchaser that Polk Audio branded wireless speakers, will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of (1) one year, under normal use and conditions. Should this product prove to be defective in material or workmanship, Polk will, at
itsoption, (a) repair the product, or (b) replace the product. If the product model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively, or replaced with an
identical model, Polk may, at itssole and absolute option, replace the unit with a current model of equal or greatervalue.
To obtain warranty service, please visit the Polk Audio website at www.polkaudio.com. You may also contact Polk Audio Customer Service at 1-800-377-7655
for instructions on where to send the product. You will be required to provide an original receipt or bill of sale, identifying you as the original purchaser and
identifying the purchase made through an authorized Polk retailer. You will need to ship the product, prepaid and insured, together with the proof of purchase to
Polk Audio, 1 Viper Way, Vista, CA 92081. Risk of loss or damage in transit shall be borne by the purchaser. Freight collect shipments will be refused.
This warranty is non-transferable and does not apply to any product that has been modified or used in a mannercontrary to its intended purpose. This limited
warranty is void if the product has an altered or missing serial number, or if the product was purchased from someone otherthan an authorized dealer. This
limited warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service or othercauses not arising out of defects
in material or construction. Product(s) which are found to be damaged by abuse resulting in thermally damaged voicecoils are not covered by this warranty but
may be replaced at the sole and absolutediscretion of Polk. This warranty terminates if you sell or otherwisetransfer the product to another party. This limited
warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, paint damage, damage to other components, parts or premises, or anyconsequential damages which may result for
any reason.
Polk does not warrant that the product will operate without interruption or that the product will operateerror-free. Certain external conditions which are out of
Polk's control may affect the overall performance of the product, including, but not limited to, wireless network configuration, performance of the wireless network,
distances between product and the wireless network connection and/or contentsources, third party devices, radio and/or environmental interference with the
product.
Polk may offeraccess to third partycontent or third party content providers via the Product. Polk reserves the right to alter, change, discontinue or modify access
to anythird party content or anythird party content provider at anytime, for any reason. Polk disclaims all warranties and representations offered by any third
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