RCA RTS739BWS User manual
Home Theater Sound Bar
RTS739BWS
User Manual
Safety Precautions
It is important to read this user manual prior to using your new product for the first
time.
Remote Control
Accessories
Remote control (with 2 x AAA batteries) ..........................................................................x 1
AC power adapter.....................................................................................................................x 1
Wall Mount Bracket (with screws x 4).................................................................................x 2
Please locate the included accessories.
To order replacement units, visit http://www.RCAav.com
Location of Controls
Placement
Connections
Basic Operation
Bluetooth Pairing Troubleshooting
Power Supply
USING THE AC ADAPTER
Using an AC adapter other than the one supplied with the unit may damage the unit.
Caution:
• Beforeuse,ensuretheratedvoltageoftheadaptermatchesyourlocalvoltage.
• The included AC adapter is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other
equipment.
• Ifyouarenotgoingtousetheunitforalongtime,disconnecttheACadapterfrom
the wall outlet.
• Wheneverthe ACadapter ispluggedintoawalloutlet,theACadapterwilldraw
some power, even when the Sound Bar is turned off.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
• Point the remote control at the
REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit
(see Front Panel illustration for precise
location).
• When there is a strong ambient light
source,the performance of the infrared
REMOTE SENSOR may be degraded,
causing unreliable operation.
• The recommended effective distance
for remote operation is about 16 feet
(5 meters).
TO CHANGE REMOTE BATTERIES
1. Open the battery door.
2. Insert two AAA batteries.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When the batteries become weak, the
operating distance of the remote control
is greatly reduced and you will need to
replace them.
Notes:
• If the remote control is not going to
be used for a long time, remove the
batteries to avoid corrosion damage
caused by battery leakage.
• Donot mixoldandnewbatteries.Do
not mix ALKALINE,standard (CARBON-
ZINC) or rechargeable (NICKEL-
CADMIUM)batteries.
• Always remove batteries as soon as
they become weak.
• Weak batteries can leak and severely
damage the remote control.
• WARNING:Donotdisposeofbatteries
in a fire. batteries may explode or leak.
CAUTION:Dangerofexplosionifbattery
is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.
FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2)This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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 harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
ina particular installation.If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment 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.
• Connecttheequipmentintoan outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
• Changesor modications tothis unit
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
• The AC adapter is used as disconnect
device and it should remain readily
operable during intended used. In
order to disconnect the unit from the
mains completely, the AC adapter
should be disconnected from the
mains socket outlet completely.
• The AC adapter of unit should not
be obstructed OR should be easily
accessed during intended use.
• Minimum 10 cm (4 inches) distances
around the unit for sufficient
ventilations.
• Theventilationshouldnotbeimpeded
by covering the ventilation openings
with items such as newspaper, table-
cloths, curtains, etc.
• Nonakedamesourcessuchaslighted
candles should be placed on the unit.
ON SAFETY
• Should any objects or liquids fall into
the unit, disconnect the power supply
and have the unit checked by qualified
personnel before any further operation.
• The unit shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no
objects filled with liquid, such as vases,
shall be placed on the unit.
ON USE
Never use the unit where it would be
subject to:
- Heat sources such as radiators or air
ducts.
- Directsunlight.
1. MUTE button
2. BLUETOOTH button
3. VOL / button
/ / button
4. AUX button
5. BASS / button
6. button
7. LINE IN button
8. SOURCE button
9. OPTICAL button
10. TREBLE / button
11. SURROUNDbutton
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Standby/ON button
2. SOURCE button
3. BLUETOOTH / LEVEL indicator
4. AUX IN / LEVEL indicator
5. OPTICAL IN / LEVEL indicator
6. LINE IN / LEVEL indicator
7. / VOLUME button
8. DCINjack
9. AUX IN R / L jack
10. LINEIN3.5mmjack
11. OPTICAL IN jack
12. Remote Sensor
Plug one end of a 3.5mm Audio Cable
(not included) into the LINE IN jack and
other end into your iPad®, iPhone®, iPod®
or other audio devices.
Before Bluetooth pairing, you should turn on the Bluetooth function of your other
device (such as, mobile phone with Bluetooth function).
1. Press SOURCE button on the unit or button on the remote control to select BT
(Bluetooth) mode. The Bluetooth indicator light on the soundbar will blink.
2. On your device (mobile phone, MP3 player, etc.), select RCA RTS739BWS from the
list of available Bluetooth connections.
Note: If your Bluetooth device (such as, mobile phone) requires a password while
pairing,pleaseenter4-digitnumber:0000.
•IftheBluetoothpairingissuccessful,theBluetoothindicatorwillilluminate.
• IftheBluetoothpairingisunsuccessful,theBluetoothindicatorwillblinkatslow
speed. Please try again.
TO DISCONNECTTHE CURRENTLY PAIRED DEVICE
1. On your currently paired and connected device, select RCA RTS739BWS from the
list and disconnect it.
or
2. turn off the connected device.
ENJOY THE MUSIC THROUGH BLUETOOTH
• Press to begin or pause playback
• Press / to select a specific track
• Pressandhold / to start moving backward/forward at high speed.
1. Press STANDBY/ONbuttonon theSoundbar or button on the remote to
turn on the unit.
2. Press SOURCE / on the remote to select AUX IN, OPTICAL IN, LINE IN or
Bluetoothsource(input).The LEDslocated on topof SoundBar willindicate the
currently-selected source.
3. Press VOLUME / , BASS / or TREBLE / on the remote to adjust
Volume,BassorTreblelevels.WhenadjustingVolume,BassorTreble,thefourLEDs
will temporarily display the current level setting (see illustration).
Note:Whenmuteisenabled,the4LEDindicatorswillash.PresstheMUTEbuttonon
theremotecontroltodisablethemutefunctionandLEDashingstop.
SOLUTIONS
• Makesureitispluggedin.
• Press STANDBY/ONbuttontoturnontheSoundBar.
• Pressthe
VOLUME / button
on the top of the Sound Bar or
VOL
/
button on the remote.
• Ensure the source you’ve selected is outputting audio. If you’re
using “audio out” from your TV, ensure your TV is configured to
output audio (see TV’s menu settings).
• EnsureyourAVconnectionsareproperlymade(ensureyoudon’t
have any loose connections).
• Ensure you’ve selected the correct source (input) - the LEDs
located on the top of the Sound Bar will indicate the currently-
selected source (input).
• Muteisactivated(the4LEDsontopoftheSoundBarashes).Press
the mute button on the remote control.
• EnsuretheinputsourceisselectedPCMoutputonthesetupmenu
of the input device.
• Reset the bluetooth connection by turning off and on your
connectind device, or this Sound Bar, or select other SOURCE on
this Soundbar then back to BT mode again.
• Ifbatteryisweak,pleasereplacethebattery and ensure the new
battery is installed correctly.
• Pleaseensurethereisnothingblockingtheremotesensoronthe
front of the Sound Bar.
PROBLEMS
The unit does
not switch on.
I have no sound.
Cannot setup
Bluetooth
pairing
The remote
control doesn’t
work
CONNECT AUDIO THROUGH AN ANALOG AUDIO CABLE
1. Connectan Audio Cable(not included) fromthe AUXINjacks to theAUDIOOUT
jacksofyourTV,Set-TopBoxorBlu-ray/DVDPlayer.
2. Connecta3.5mmAudio Cable (not included)fromthe LINE INjackto the AUDIO
OUT jacks or from the AUX IN jacks to the Headphone Out jack of your TV, Set-Top
BoxorBlu-ray/DVDPlayer.
CONNECT AUDIO THROUGH A DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE
3. Connect an Optical Cable (not included) from the OPTICAL IN jack to the OPTICAL
OUTjackofyourTV,Set-TopBoxorBlu-ray/DVDPlayer.
Note:OPTICALINonlysupportsPCMsignal.YoumayneedtoactivatePCM(Downmix)
onyoursourcedevice,e.g.TV,Set-TopBoxorBlu-ray/DVDPlayer.
The Soundbar can be placed freestanding on a table or mounted on a wall.
PLACING THE SOUNDBAR ON A WALL
The Soundbar requires additional mounting hardware that must be purchased
separately.
1. Install the Wall Mount Brackets to the Soundbar as below.
2. Place the Wall Mount Template (included) on the wall and then mark the locations
of the screw holes.
3.Drillthescrews(notsupplied)intothewallcarefully.
4.GentlyhangtheSoundbarontothescrewsinthewall.
Note: Allow 2mm space between screw and the wall for fitting the wall mount bracket.
Caution:
• We recommend that Wall-mounting be carried out by a professional. The wall
mount bracket “key-holes” are intended for use with #8 (Imperial) or M4 (Metric)
withheadsize:Diameter7.5-9.4mm.Additionaloralternativepartsmaybeneeded
for certain types of wall constructions.
• Make sure that the wall-mount is xed securely enough so that it meets safety
standards.
• Allowatleast2”(5cm)separationinalldirectionsbetweentheSoundBarandother
AV equipment (such as your TV or Set-Top Box).
• Itisrecommendedthatallcables(ACadapterand Audiocables)beconnectedto
the Sound Bar before placing it on the wall.
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