Polar Audio CR2-X BAR Pro Premium Desktop Soundbar with Bluetooth User Guide

Polar Audio CR2-X BAR Pro Premium Desktop Soundbar with Bluetooth

Product Information

The product is an electronic apparatus that requires proper handling and installation. It should not be used near water or any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Naked flame sources such as lighted candles should not be placed on the apparatus. The device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. It should be cleaned only with a dry cloth and not blocked any ventilation openings. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer and use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Read and keep the instructions manual for future reference.
2. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
3. Do not use this apparatus near water or any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (includin amplifiers) that produce heat.
4. Do not place naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.
5. Install the device in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and maintain a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body.
6. Clean the apparatus only with a dry cloth and do not block any ventilation openings.
7. Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer and use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
8. When using a cart, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
10. 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.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Important Safety Instructions

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 a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Minimum distance (5 cm) around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.

9. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

11. This device should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

13. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

14. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, PORTABLE CART or table specified by the manufacturer, WARNING or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

15. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

16. 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.

17. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no object filled with liquids, such as vases or beer glasses, shall be placed on the apparatus.

18. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Explanation of symbol, marking, signal lamp or similar means indicates that the apparatus is completely disconnected from the mains.

20. WARNING : Please refer to the information on exterior bottom enclosure for electrical and safety information before installing or operating the apparatus.

21. 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 in a 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:

22. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

23. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

24. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

25. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
    CAUTION : Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by LOUD Audio, LLC. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.

26. This apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Canada ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

27. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules [and contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s)]. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

28. this device may not cause harmful interference, and

29. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

30. Operating Temperature : 0–45˚ C // 32–113˚ F

31. RF Power: <10dBm

32. Bluetooth Version: 5.0

33. Bluetooth frequency range : 2400 – 2483.5 MHz

34. Exposure to extremely high noise levels may cause permanent hearing loss. Individuals vary considerably in susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss, but nearly everyone will lose some hearing if exposed to sufficiently intense noise for a period of time. The U.S. Government’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specified the permissible noise level exposures shown in the following chart. According to OSHA, any exposure in excess of these permissible limits could result in some hearing loss. To ensure against potentially dangerous exposure to high sound pressure levels, it is recommended that all persons exposed to equipment capable of producing high sound pressure levels use hearing protectors while the equipment is in operation. Ear plugs or protectors in the ear canals or over the ears must be worn when operating the equipment in order to prevent permanent hearing loss if exposure is in excess of the limits set forth here:

WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

This equipment complies with FCC and ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment

CAUTION – These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

Correct disposal of this product : This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU) and your national law. This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, or your household waste disposal service.

Hookup Diagrams

Quick Start Guide

CR2-X BAR PRO Descriptions

1. Power Connector Connect the supplied power adapter to this jack.

2. Power Switch and LED Turns the CR2-X BAR PRO on and off.

3. USB-C Port An interface allowing you to stream audio to the CR2-X BAR PRO via computer. Connect the USB-C side of a USB cable to the CR2-X BAR PRO and the USB-A side to the computer’s USB port.

4. Line Input Connect a line-level signal using an 1/8″ connector.

5. TO SUB Connect to a subwoofer using an 1/8″ connector.
   Note : When connected, the CR2-X BAR PRO automatically shifts to Sub Mode, resulting in a roll-off of the low frequencies.

6. Phones Output Connect stereo headphones here.

7. EQ Press to cycle between EQ presets.

8. Input Selector Selects which input – USB, 1/8″ or Bluetooth – is active. The Bluetooth may disconnect when affected by Electrostatic Discharge [ESD]. Manually reconnect the Bluetooth connection.

9. Volume Tap or slide to adjust the overall output level. The accompanying LEDs display the volume level. Tapping the far left side will mute the output.

10. LED Color Selector Press to cycle between accent colors for the corner pieces.

Getting Started

1. Read and understand the Important Safety Instructions on page 2.
2. Make all initial connections with the power switches OFF on all equipment. Make sure the volume control is all the way down.
3. Connect one end of the external power supply to the CR2-X BAR PRO and plug the other end into an AC outlet.
4. Plug signal sources into the CR2-X BAR PRO, such as:
5. Line-level source plugged into the line-level input.
6. Computer plugged into the USB-C jack.
7. Smartphone paired and connected via Bluetooth.
8. Turn the CR2-X BAR PRO on.
9. Confirm that the input selector switch has the correct input selected.
10. Slowly raise the input and output volumes to a comfortable listening level.

Technical Specifications

MODEL| ****

CR2-X BAR PRO

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Frequency Range| ****

58 Hz – 10 kHz

Maximum SPL Peak| ****

103 dB

Total System Power| 60 watts peak
Coverage Pattern| 180˚ horizontal x 180˚ vertical (vertikal)
Dynamic Range • Rango dinámico Plage Dynamique • Dynamikbereich| ³90 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio| ****

³90 dB

Bluetooth

| 5.0

Audio streaming Streaming audio flux audio

Audio-Streaming

Bit Depth / Sample Rate| ****

16-bit / 48 kHz

Power Requirements| 24Vdc, 2.7A
Size (H × W × D)| 4.9 x 19.4 x 4.8 in

124 x 492 x 122 mm

Weight| 5.1 lb

2.3 kg

WARRANTY AND SUPPORT

VisitWWW.MACKIE.COM to:

• Identify WARRANTY coverage provided in your local market. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place.
• Retrieve a full-version, printable OWNER’S MANUAL for your product.
• DOWNLOAD software, firmware and drivers for your product (if applicable).
• REGISTER your product.
• CONTACT Technical Support.

19820 NORTH CREEK PARKWAY #201  BOTHELL, WA 98011

• USA Phone : 425.487.4333
• Toll-free : 800.898.3211
• Fax : 425.487.4337

Part No. 2055289 Rev. B 08/22 ©2022 LOUD Audio, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Hereby, LOUD Audio, LLC declares that the radio equipment type [CR2-X BAR PRO] is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity and Bluetooth conformity are available at the following internet address: https://mackie.com/en/support/drivers- downloads?folderID=27309

References

• MACKIE
• Drivers/Downloads | MACKIE

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