MSE AUDIO TSB3.0 2-Way Ultra-Thin Soundbar Owner’s Manual
- October 30, 2023
- MSE Audio
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TSB3.0 2-Way Ultra-Thin Soundbar
TSB3.0 2-Way Ultra-Thin Soundbar
Owner’s Manual
CAUTION: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO DAMAGE THE MIDRANGE DOMES OR SFE [SPATIAL FIELD EXPANDERS™ ] DRIVERS LOCATED ON THE SIDE OF THE CABINET WHILE HANDLING THE SOUNDBAR.
[INCLUDED IN THE BOX]
Thank you for purchasing the Phase Technology TEATRO® TSB3.0 soundbar. This
high-definition LCR soundbar incorporates PhaseTech’s exclusive Enhanced Voice
Technology (EVT™) circuitry and Spatial Field Expanders (SFE™) to provide
outstanding dialogue clarity along with an open, wide sound stage.
The TEATRO® TSB-3.0 soundbar speaker is a an ultra thin design made to fit
seamlessly under a flat panel TV. Both table top and wall mounting options are
included with the product. For on-wall applications, the mounting bracket has
adjustments for lining up and vertically leveling the speaker with the TV. The
soundbar cabinet also has threaded inserts for mounting the TSB3.0 to a
display wall bracket mechanism.
Note: please check with the display mount manufacturer for compatibility and
ensure the display mount will support a 12 pound soundbar.
Regardless of application, serious audiophile listening or home theater, we
recommend that you take the time to read this manual thoroughly before
connecting speakers to your amplifier or receiver. In the highly unlikely
event that you should experience a problem with set-up or operation, please
contact one of our authorized dealers for assistance, or contact us directly.
Phase Technology Corporation
8005 W. 110th St., Suite 208
Overland Park, KS 66210
855.663.5600 (Domestic)
+1.913.663.5600 (International)
Fax: 913.663.3200
[SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS]
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN|
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or
back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert you to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage:
within the product’s enclosure that may be off sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert you
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
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Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
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Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
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Follow Instructions – All operating and other instructions should be followed.
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Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be used near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
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Carts and Stands – The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
PORTABLE CART WARNING -
Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Ventilation – The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
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Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
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Power Source – The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
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Power Cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed up or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
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Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
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Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that neither objects fall nor liquids spill into the inside of the appliance.
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Damage Requiring Service – The application should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
a. the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
b. objects have fallen onto or liquid has been spilled into the appliance,
c. the appliance has been exposed to rain,
d. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or
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Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond those means described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.
APPLICABLE FOR USA, CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED FOR USAGE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.
[MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS]
When selecting the speaker mounting location, it is prudent to take a few
extra minutes to carefully inspect and measure the wall where you intend to
mount the TSB3.0 speaker and your flat panel display. An inspection of the
room, or rooms, that back up to the wall you have selected for mounting the
TSB3.0 can often alert you to potential obstacles. An electronic stud-finder
is a useful tool to assist you in selecting the speaker placement, but be
cautious as they often give false readings. For example, if the wall you want
to mount to happens to be the common wall for a bathroom or kitchen, there is
a good chance you will encounter water or sewer pipes in the wall that will
not be detected by a stud-finder. It is recommended, that wherever possible,
you try to fasten these mounting brackets to a vertical stud with the
appropriate wood screws. If it is not possible to mount the brackets over the
studs then it is recommended that the appropriate hollow wall anchors or
toggle bolts be used to mount the TSB3.0.
Note: In order for the Spatial Field Expanders to operate correctly, the
sides of the soundbar must not be obstructed.
STEP 1
Determine that the desired mounting location is safe and clear of any physical
obstructions that might hinder the proper installation of the speakers. If the
flat panel monitor is already installed on the wall you can use it as a guide
for the installation of the speaker. For the best appearance, it is
recommended that the speaker be installed symmetrically beneath the monitor.
The Soundbar’s response characteristics will be best if you mount it within a
few inches of the flat panel display.
Special consideration must be taken to run three (3) sets of speaker leads to
the TSB3.0 speakers. One pair each will be connected to the left and right
channel on your amplifier and the other pair will be used for the center
channel. Be certain that you can get the speaker wire to the locations where
you plan to mount the speaker systems.
Please note that the TSB3.0 speakers are designed to mount very close to the
wall and the brackets only allow about .5” of clearance so be certain to make
allowances for this with your speaker connectors and wire clearances.
We suggest that you use a minimum of AWG 16 wire. Pre-run your speaker wire to
the determined locations and be certain to leave about two feet of extra wire
for the final speaker installation. If the flat panel monitor is not yet
mounted to the wall, mount the display first before mounting the speakers.
STEP 2.1 – WALL MOUNTING
For the best audio experience, the TSB3.0 speaker should be centrally aligned
and mounted directly below the TV display. Each speaker comes with two
identical Mounting Brackets and these should be mounted to the wall 16 inches
apart and centrally located under the TV.
First, locate the center line of your TV display and make a light pencil mark
on the wall that is 2.5” below the bottom of your display. Next, measure to
the left of this mark exactly 8” and make another mark at that point. Make
sure this mark is also 2.5” below the TV. Repeat this process on the right
side of the display – making sure that this mark is level with the mark on the
left side. This will create two marks that are 16” apart and 2.5” below the
bottom of your display (Figure 1). You have now identified the location for
the two wall brackets for the TSB3.0 speaker.
Using a 1/16” drill bit, drill a pilot hole at each of your two marks above.
Place one of the wall brackets on the wall and align the pilot hole with the
bottom slot on the bracket and drill a second pilot hole in the center of the
upper slot on the bracket (Figure 2). This hole will be 7/8” above the first
pilot hole. Repeat this process for the bracket on the other side. These pilot
holes will let you know if your mounting bracket location is over a wall stud
or not. If it is over a stud then that bracket can be installed with a
suitable screw (for mounting on sheetrock walls, we recommend at least a #10 x
1.5” pan head screw and a flat washer between the screw and the bracket). If
the location for the bracket is not over a wall stud, then suitable drywall
anchors that can support 15 lbs each must be used.
Following the guidelines above, mount the two brackets to the wall. Once they
are installed check that the center distance between the vertical mounting
slots on the two brackets is exactly 16”. Adjust the brackets with the
horizontal slots until on they are 16” apart.
Locate the two holes on the back of the speaker that are 8” apart from the
center hole and install the two Mounting Pins in these holes (Figure 3). Your
TSB3.0 speaker is now ready to be mounted to the wall.
Connect the Left Center and Right inputs from your surround receiver to the
Male Euroblock connectors included with the speaker. Be careful to observe
proper polarity; + (red) on your receiver to + on the speaker Euroblock
connector. Connect the appropriate Euroblock connector to the
left/center/right inputs on the back of the speaker before placing your
speaker on the Mounting Brackets.
See step 3 for more detailed information on wiring the TSB3.0. Gently slide
the Mounting Pins into the vertical mounting slots on the Mounting Brackets.
Removal of the flat panel display may be necessary before mounting the TSB3.0.
The Leveling Screws may be inserted in the bottom of the Mounting Bracket and
used to adjust the height and to make sure the TSB3.0 speaker is level.
Tightening the screw will raise the speaker and loosening it will lower it.
STEP 2.2 – TABLE TOP MOUNTING
Place your TSB3.0 speaker face down on a soft clean surface with the grille
on. Orient the speaker so the input terminals are on the right hand side. To
attach the Table Top Mounting Feet to the Mounting Brackets, first remove the
Leveling Screws from the underside of the Mounting Brackets and attach the
Table Top Mounting Feet to the bottom of the bracket using the two supplied
Phillips Table Top Mounting Feet Screws. Make sure that you orient the feet so
that the longer side points to the front of the TSB3.0 (Figure 4).
Repeat this for the other Mounting Bracket and Table Top Mounting Foot. Once
you have the Table Top Mounting Feet securely fastened to the Mounting
Brackets, it is now time to mount them to the TSB3.0. Align the center of the
cross section on the Mounting Bracket with the center of mounting holes on the
rear of the speaker and fasten using the supplied Table Top Mounting Screws
for each bracket.
Note: When mounting the table top brackets, fasten the brackets to the
far end mounting holes on each side of the speaker cabinet.
STEP 3
There are three Euroblock connector terminals on the rear of the speaker
cabinet. The terminals are marked for Right Input, Center Input and Left Input
and should be connected to the respective speaker channel outputs on your
receiver. Connect the speaker wires to the correct terminals observing the
polarity indicated on the Euroblock connector. Strip about .25” of insulation
from the wires and separate the wires as necessary. Connect the signal wires
to the 2-pin Euroblock connectors ((+) indicates positive and (-) indicates
negative) (Figure 5). Make sure the connections are tight. Tuck the speaker
wires behind the Soundbar cabinet, using tie wraps if necessary to secure
wires.
STEP 4
Since the TSB3.0 speaker performs as the front three speakers in a home
theater system they are to be used and set up as you would any normal 5.1 to
7.2 surround sound system for balance and level adjustments. For the best
performance, the amplifier should be set to the small speaker mode for the
left/center/right front speakers. The subwoofer setting should be set between
80 – 100 Hz. We recommend the use of our Phase Technology ® subwoofers and
surround speakers to complement your TSB3.0.
STEP 5
The EVT ™ switch (Figure 6), located on the front of the speaker under the
Phase Technology emblem on the grille, activates Phase Technology’s Enhanced
Voice Technology feature. This feature is designed to improve the clarity of
the voice or dialogue from the center channel speaker in the system. Flipping
the switch to the on position (right) engages the circuit and off position
(left) turns it off. The emblem can easily be removed and replaced. Use the
tip of a pencil or a small screw driver to engage or turn off the EVT
function.
[CARING FOR YOUR PHASE TECHNOLOGY SPEAKER]
All Phase Technology speakers are finished with a high degree of craftsmanship
in either hand polished paint or vinyl laminates. We recommend using a lint-
free rag with a small amount of glass cleaner to maintain the long-lasting
beauty of the finish. Avoid products containing silicones, oils, oil
derivatives, or solvents. Enclosures finished in vinyl laminates may be
cleaned with a damp cloth as necessary.
[MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE]
Because of Phase Technology’s uncompromising quality control programs, it’s
unlikely that your speakers will ever need service if connected and used as
outlined in this Owners’ Manual. In the event that a problem does occur,
please contact your Phase Technology dealer. Your dealer has the necessary
factory-authorized parts and trained technicians to quickly restore your
speaker to its original performance specifications.
[TROUBLESHOOTING]
NO SOUND
- Verify that all components are plugged in and turned on.
- Check all speaker wires and cables for loose connections.
- Check to see if you have selected the proper source on your amplifier.
VOICES DO NOT APPEAR TO COME FROM BETWEEN THE SPEAKERS / BASS RESPONSE IS WEAK
- Verify that all speaker connections from the amplifier to the speakers are running PLUS+ to PLUS+ and MINUS- to MINUS-.
- Check to see if there are any furnishings or plants that may be blocking the output of a speaker. Make sure nothing is directly in front of that speaker.
SOUND, BUT NO BASS (MOST LIKELY IN SYSTEMS WITH A SUBWOOFER)
- Verify that the subwoofer is plugged into an AC outlet and power is turned on.
- Check that the speaker wire / cable going from the amplifier/receiver to the subwoofer is securely fastened.
- Check the volume control of the subwoofer.
- Refer to your amplifier/receiver manual to make sure you have adjusted its bass output properly.
MUDDY OR BOOMY BASS
- Check the volume control for the subwoofer. Excess volume can cause speakers to sound distorted and unnatural.
- Try adjusting the crossover control on the subwoofer or the subwoofer setup on your receiver to a slightly lower frequency
- If the subwoofer or full size speaker is close to a corner, side or back wall, try moving it away from the wall.
- Bookshelf speakers placed in a semi-enclosed space or cabinet can artificially emphasize bass output. Reduce the bass control on your amplifier or move the speakers to the front of the cabinet. Alternatively, reposition the speakers to a more open location.
DISTORTED SOUND FROM THE SPEAKERS
- This problem is usually caused by setting the volume control too high. Reduce the amplifier/receiver volume to a lower level.
- If noise and distortion are audible at higher volume levels, your amplifier may not be powerful enough. Consider upgrading to a unit with higher power.
NOTE: Remember, even though your Phase Technology speakers can handle considerable power levels, ANY speaker if used improperly can be damaged. Consult your Phase Technology dealer for assistance in choosing a new amplifier or receiver.
[WARRANTY]
LIMITED WARRANTY: Phase Technology® warrants its loudspeakers to be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years for
speaker product, limited lifetime for CI speakers, and three (3) years for the
electronic components to the original purchaser. Purchase must be made from an
authorized Phase Technology dealer.
This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by
misuse, abuse, damage while in transit, alterations, unauthorized repairs,
failure to follow instructions, fire, flood or any other cause beyond the
reasonable control of Phase Technology. Defects in speaker cabinets or grilles
must be brought to the attention of your dealer immediately after purchase.
This warranty will be void if the products’ serial number has been altered or
removed. Should your Phase Technology® product require service, please call
the MSE Audio® customer service department for a return authorization. All
merchandise returned to Phase Technology® without prior authorization will be
refused. For your return authorization number, please call 855.663.5600 or
email sales@mseaudio.com.
[SPECIFICATIONS]
| Description: | 2-Way Ultra-Thin Soundbar EVT Intelligibility |
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| Nominal Impedance: | 8Ω |
| Sensitivity: | 90 dB |
| Frequency Response: | 65 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Recommended Power: | 15 – 100 Watts |
| Crossover Frequency: | 3.5 kHz |
| Tweeter(s): | (3) .75” Silk/Synthetic Soft Dome |
| Woofer(s): | (6) 3” Polypropylene w/ NBR Surround |
| Additional Driver(s): | (2) 1” Adonized Aluminum Spatial Field Expanders |
| Inputs: | Euroblock Connectors |
| Grille: | Black Powder-Coated Pressure Fit Aluminum |
| Color Option: | Black Brushed Aluminum |
| Dimensions: | 6.75” H x 43” W x 1.5” D |
| Weight: | 15 lbs |
| Included Accessories: | Wall-Mount, Horizontal Tabletop Stand |
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Technology and PhaseTech are registered trademarks and
“Speakers for your Life” is a trademark of MSE Audio, Overland Park, Kansas
USA. Phase Technology is part of MSE Audio®.
www.phasetech.com. 
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Suite 208
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