Sceptre Sound Bar User manual
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Dear Sceptre Customer,
Congratulations on your new SCEPTRE Sound Bar purchase. Thank you for
your support. To ensure safety and many years of trouble free operation of
your Sound Bar, please read the manual carefully before making any
adjustments, and keep them in a safe place for future references. The
Sceptre Sound Bar is a versatile speaker unit with both digital and analog
audio inputs for audio visual sources. Connect the Sound Bar to the audio
output of your TV and you can use the Sound Bar to enhance the sound from
all sources playing through your TV. We hope you enjoy your new SCEPTRE
Sound Bar.
For technical assistance, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 3 or
For all other inquiries, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 4 or
We recommend you register your SCEPTRE Sound Bar online or with the
enclosed registration card and mail it in.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause
personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product
has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety.
However, improper use can result in electric shock and / or fire. In order to
prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when
installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and
prolong the service life of your Sound Bar, please read the following
precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
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 near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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 and 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.
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10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. 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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and
misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged,
the following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the
product. Read the following safety instructions before operating the Sound Bar. Keep
these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
To avoid the risk of electric shock or
component damage, switch off the
power before connecting other
components to the SOUND BAR.
Unplug the power cord before
cleaning the SOUND BAR. Please use
the included custom bezel cleaning
cloth for cleaning the bezel of the
SOUND BAR only. Do not use a liquid
or a spray cleaner for cleaning the
product. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Always use the accessories
recommended by the manufacturer to
insure compatibility.
When moving the SOUND BAR from
an area of low temperature to an area
of high temperature, condensation
may form on the housing. Do not turn
on the SOUND BAR immediately after
this to avoid causing fire, electric
shock or component damage.
Do not place the SOUND BAR on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. If the
SOUND BAR falls, it can injure a
person and cause serious damage to
the appliance.
Any heat source should maintain a
distance of at least 5 feet away from
the SOUND BAR, i.e. radiator, heater,
oven, amplifier etc. Do not install the
product too close to anything that
produces smoke or moisture.
Operating the product close to smoke
or moisture may cause fire or electric
shock.
Never push any object into the
ventilation slots of the SOUND BAR.
Do not place any objects on the top of
the Product. It could short circuit parts
causing a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquids on the SOUND BAR.
The SOUND BAR should be operated
only from the type of power source
indicated on the label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied to
your home, consult your dealer or
local power company.
The power cable must be replaced
when using different voltage from that
specified in the User Manual. For
more information, contact your dealer.
Do not overload power strips and
extension cords. Overloading can
result in fire or electric shock.
The wall socket should be installed
near the equipment and should be
easily accessible.
Only the marked power source can be
used for the product. Any power
source other than the specified one
may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not touch the power cord during
thunderstorms. To avoid electric shock,
avoid handling the power cord during
electrical storms.
Unplug the unit during a lightning
storm or when it will not be used for a
long period of time. This will protect
the SOUND BAR from damage due to
power surges.
Do not attempt to repair or service the
product yourself. Opening or removing
the back cover may expose you to
high voltages, the risk of electric shock,
and other hazards. If repair is required,
please contact your dealer and refer
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all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Keep the product away from moisture.
Do not expose this appliance to rain or
moisture. If water penetrates into the
product, unplug the power cord and
contact your dealer. Continuous use in
this case may result in fire or electric
shock.
Do not use the product 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 the
product yourself.
Avoid using dropped or damaged
appliances. If the product 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 the
product may cause fire or electric
shock.
Do not install the product in an area
with heavy dust or high humidity.
Operating the product in environments
with heavy dust or high humidity may
cause fire or electric shock.
Hold the power connector when
removing the power cable. Pulling the
power cable itself may damage the
wires inside the cable and cause fire
or electric shocks. When the product
will not be used for an extended
period of time, unplug the power
connector.
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not
touch the connector with wet hands.
Insert batteries in accordance with
instructions while using the remote
control. Incorrect polarities may cause
damage and leakage of the batteries,
operator injury and contamination the
remote control.
If any of the following occurs please
contact the dealer:
oThe power connector fails
or frays.
oLiquid sprays or any object
drops into the SOUND
BAR.
oThe Sound Bar is exposed
to rain or other moisture.
oThe Sound Bar is dropped
or damaged in any way.
oThe performance of the
Sound Bar changes
substantially.
Operating environment: Temperature:
5°C ~ 35°C, Humidity: 10% to 75%
non-condensing, Altitude: 0~10,000 ft.
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Opening the Package
The SCEPTRE SOUND BAR is packaged in a carton. Any standard accessories are
packed separately in another carton. The weight of the SOUND BAR is approximately
4.74 lbs. Due to the size and weight of the product, it is suggested that it must be
handled by a minimum of 1 or more persons. Please handle the product gently. When
opening the carton, check that the product is in good condition and that all standard
accessories and items are included. Save the original box and all packing materials for
future shipping needs.
Package Contents
SCEPTRE Sound Bar x 1
User Manual x 1
Warranty / Registration Card x 1
AC Adapter x 1
Mounting Plate x 1
Drywall Anchor with Screw x 2 sets
Audio Cable x 1
Sound Bar Remote Control x 1
Installation
Please read the user manual carefully before performing the installation. The power
consumption of the Sound Bar is approximately 36 watts. Please use the power cord
designated for the product. When an extension cord is required, use one with the
correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the grounding feature must not be
defeated. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. Space
should be maintained between the back of the product and the wall for proper
ventilation. If you would like to mount the Sound Bar onto the wall, please see page 8,
and 10 for additional information. Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or
other places with high humidity dust or smoke, so as not to shorten the service life of
the electronic components. Please ensure the product is installed in a landscape
orientation. Any 90° clockwise or counterclockwise installation may induce poor
ventilation and successive component damage.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................. 2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................. 4
Opening the Package........................................................................ 6
Package Contents ............................................................................. 6
Installation .......................................................................................... 6
Table of Contents .............................................................................. 7
Identifying Front and Rear Panel..................................................... 8
Front & Top View ........................................................................... 8
Rear View ....................................................................................... 9
Mounting the Sound Bar............................................................. 10
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control .............................. 11
SCEPTRE Sound Bar Remote ........................................................ 12
Connection Suggestions ................................................................ 13
If you have digital audio with your TV ....................................... 14
If you have analog audio with your TV...................................... 15
Operation.......................................................................................... 16
How do I clean the Sceptre Sound Bar?....................................... 17
Troubleshooting............................................................................... 18
Call Us If You Need Help!................................................................ 19
Specification .................................................................................... 20
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ................................................... 21
Disclaimer, Trademarks, & Copyright Information ..................... 23
FCC Compliance Statement ........................................................... 24
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Identifying Front and Rear Panel
Front & Top View
1. POWER –This button turns the Sound Bar on or off.
2. SOURCE –This button selects the sound connection between COAX (digital) and
AUX (analog).
3. MODE –This button selects all the sound modes (MOVIE, MUSIC, NEWS,
GAMES).
a. MOVIE –This sound mode is made for watching movies.
b. MUSIC –This sound mode is made for listening to music broadcasts.
c. NEWS –This sound mode is made for watching the news.
d. GAMES –This sound mode is made for games such as football, soccer,
basketball, and baseball.
4. VOL(–)–This button decreases the volume.
5. VOL(+) –This button increases the volume.
Please Note:
Once the Sound Bar is turned on, the indicator lights (showing you the
volume, power, and sound mode selections) will auto shut off in 60 seconds
time. Once you press any button on the Sound Bar or the Sound Bar’s
remote, the lights will turn back on.
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Rear View
1. RUBBER FEET –These two protruding plastic piece are for installing rubber feet
onto the back of the speaker so that when the Sound Bar is mounted the plastic
shell on the back will not hit the wall.
2. WALL MOUNT STUDS –The two studs slide into the wall mounting plate so you
can wall mount the Sound Bar.
3. DC POWER PLUG –This connection plugs into the AC adapter to provide the
Sound Bar with electricity.
4. AUX ANALOG AUDIO –This connection connects to an analog audio source with
RCA red and white plugs for analog audio.
5. COAX DIGITAL AUDIO –This connection connects to a digital audio source with
RCA COAX black plug for digital audio.
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Mounting the Sound Bar
To mount the Sound Bar you need to install the mounting plate onto the wall first.
1. Take the mounting plate and place it leveled against the wall.
2. With a pencil mark the two entry points where you are going to install the dry wall
anchors.
3. With a #2 Phillips screw driver press the anchor tip slightly into the point marked
previously on the drywall. Applying pressure, turn the screw driver until the anchor
is flush with the drywall. Do this for both drywall anchors.
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4. Insert the screw through the mounting plate and turn into the anchor.
5. The drywall anchor will “CLICK” once, when the screw is half way in, in order to
indicate that the anchor is secure. Please continue tightening until the screw and
the wall mounting plate is secure.
Installing Batteries to the Remote Control
Please insert one CR2025 lithium battery into the remote control. Make sure that you
match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the
battery compartment. Afterwards, re-attach the battery cover.
Please note:
Only use CR2025 lithium batteries.
Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or leakage that may pose a fire
risk or lead to personal injury.
Dispose the batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.
Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
If the remote control is not used for a long time, remove the batteries.
Keep the remote control away from moisture, sunlight, and high temperatures.
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SCEPTRE Sound Bar Remote & Extras
This remote uses a lithium CR2025 battery.
1. POWER –Turns the Sound Bar on or off.
2. VOLUME (–) –Press this button to decrease the volume.
3. NEWS –Press this button to switch to the NEWS sound mode.
4. MUSIC –Press this button to switch to the MUSIC sound mode.
5. AUX –Press this button to switch to the analog audio source AUX.
6. MUTE –Press this button to mute the volume.
7. VOLUME (+) –Press this button to increase the volume.
8. MOVIE –Press this button to switch to the MOVIE sound mode.
9. GAMES –Press this button to switch to the GAMES sound mode.
10. COAX –Press this button to switch to the digital audio source COAX.
Please Note:
The Sound Bar remote power button controls both the turning on and turning
off function of the Sound Bar and any Sceptre TV.
The mute button of the Sound Bar only mutes the sound bar not the Sceptre
TV, however if you use the Sceptre TV remote’s mute, it will mute the Sound
Bar.
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Some Sceptre HDTV remotes might also have buttons used to control the sound
bar. If you see S. source, S. mode, S. Vol (+/-) buttons, you can use them to
control the Sound Bar.
1. S. Source –This button changes the sound source on the Sound Bar between
COAX and AUX.
2. S. Mode –This button changes the sound mode on the Sound Bar.
3. S.Vol(-) –This button decreases the volume on the Sound Bar.
4. S. Vol(+) –This button increases the volume on the Sound Bar.
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Connection Suggestions
If you have digital audio with your TV
1. Obtain a SPDIF digital audio coax cable.
2. Find the SPDIF digital audio coax connection on the back of the TV and connect
one end of the cable to it.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the back of the Sceptre Sound Bar’s orange
coax connection.
4. Turn on the TV, make sure you output PCM signal to the Sceptre Sound Bar.
5. Turn on the Sceptre Sound Bar and press the COAX button on the Sceptre Sound
Bar remote.
6. Enjoy your Sceptre Sound Bar!
Please note:
For digital audio, the sound bar only decodes PCM signals. If the sound has
static or the Sound Bar is silent that means the signal is not PCM.
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If you have analog audio with your TV
1. Obtain a RCA analog audio (red / white head) cable.
2. Find the analog audio out on the back of the TV and connect one end of the cable
to it matching the colors red to red, and white to white.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the back of the Sceptre Sound Bar’s AUX
red and white connection.
4. Turn on the TV, and the Sceptre Sound Bar.
5. Press the AUX button on the Sceptre Sound Bar remote.
6. Enjoy the Sceptre Sound Bar!
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Operation
TO SWITCH ON / OFF THE UNIT
1. Press the POWER button on the front panel or the RED button on the remote
control to turn on the unit. If the unit is on you will see the display window
show the source selected, volume level and sound mode.
2. Press the POWER button on the front panel or the RED button on the remote
control again to turn off the unit.
SELECTING A SOURCE
1. Press the SOURCE button on the control panel repeatedly to switch between
sources. From the remote control, press the AUX button to select the analog
source or the COAX button to select the digital input. The source will be
shown on the display window.
VOLUME CONTROL
1. Press the VOL+ button to increase the volume of the sound bar.
2. Press the VOL- button to decrease the volume of the sound bar.
Please Note:
The sound bar has a maximum volume unit of 30.
SOUND MODES
1. Your Sound Bar includes 4 sound modes optimized for different types of program
content. Choose from MOVIE, GAMES, NEWS, and MUSIC.
2. You can change them by either pressing the MODE button on the Sound Bar itself
or using the remote buttons labeled MOVIE, GAMES, NEWS, and MUSIC. The
selected mode will show up on the Sound Bar display.
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How do I clean the Sceptre Sound Bar?
IMPORTANT
1. The power cable has to be removed from the socket before cleaning the
Sound Bar.
2. Do not use volatile solvent (alcohol, rosin, and toluene) to clean the
Sound Bar. These types of chemicals might damage the housing .
Cleaning the bezel and remote control
1. Use a 100% cotton cloth or micro-fiber cloth for cleaning.
2. If the remote control or bezel is dirty to the point where you cannot
simply dry wipe it, please lightly dampen the wiping material (the wiping
material cannot be dripping wet, because if water drips into the
panel it will cause malfunction and possible permanent damage to
the speakers which will not be covered under the warranty) with
clean water and wipe again. Wipe the Sound Bar with a dry micro-fiber
cloth or 100% cotton cloth afterwards.
Please Note :
Make sure you wring the water out of the cloth before
cleaning the bezel or remote in order to prevent water
from penetrating into the electronics.
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Troubleshooting
The following table contains the common problems and the solutions to these
problems. Please check this list before you contact the technicians.
Problems
Solutions
NO SOUND
Try increasing the volume of the speaker.
Check that the Sound Bar is not turned off.
Check the Sound Bar volume level.
Make sure the correct input is selected.
Make sure the proper cables are connected.
If you are using digital audio, make sure the source is
sending out a PCM signal. Some devices have
default settings on Bitstream.
REMOTE DOES
NOT WORK
Make sure the battery is properly installed.
Take the battery out, press the buttons once or twice,
install the batteries back in to see if it works.
Maybe the battery is out of power, please replace the
battery.
NO POWER
Make sure the AC power cord is securely connected
to a power outlet.
Make sure the DC socket is properly connected.
Try another electrical device on the power outlet to
ensure there is power through it.
Speaker buzzing or
humming
Make sure both ends of the audio cables are
connected properly.
Test the sound bar with another audio cable.
Test the sound bar with another TV.
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Call Us If You Need Help!
Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective
product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our
trained support personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone or
email. For more information on warranty services or repairs after the warranty
period, please contact our support department at the number below.
For technical help, contact our Sceptre Technical Support Group via email or
phone. Please have your Sceptre p/n number, serial number, and date of
purchase available before you call.
TEL : 1800-788-2878
Operation Hours : Mon - Fri at 8:30 AM –5:30 PM (PST)
16800 East Gale Ave.
City of Industry, CA 91745
TEL : 626-369-3698
FAX : 626-855-5711
Website : www.SCEPTRE.com
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Specification
NAME
UNITS
Speakers
2 x 2.5” Full Range
2 x 2.5” Woofer up to 30 Watts
FrequencyResponse
Full Range: 200 Hz –20 kHz (+/- 3dB)
Woofer: 60 Hz –10 kHz (+/- 3dB)
AudioAmplifier
Integrated Class-D @ 20 watts x 2 CH, 4Ω
THD = 1%, 1kHz
SoundPressureLevel
SupportedSamplingFrequencies
32Khz、44.1KHz、48KHz、96KHz
SupportedLinearPCMBitDepths
16bit、24bit
SPDIFSampleRage
96kHz 24bit
SupportedAudioEngine
High Performance 32bit 73.728MHz DSP Audio
Engine
Inputsensitivity(mV)
500mVrms
Inputs
SPDIF Coaxial (rear), Analog RCA (rear), DC 15V
PowerInput
AC Adapter 15 VDC, 2.4 A, 36 W Max.
Voltage
110 –240 V~, 50/60 Hz
PowerConsumption
36 Watts
Dimensions
37.4” (L) x 3.5” (W) x 2.28” (H)
NetWeight
4.74 lbs
GrossWeight
7.71 lbs
StorageTemperature
32F –140F
OperatingTemperature
41F –95F
Compliances
FCC, UL, cTUVus
*The product’s specifications may change without notice or obligation.
**This manual’s pictures and words are for references only and are subject to change without notice
or obligation. Sceptre Inc is not liable for the misuse or misinterpretation of this manual.
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