kogan KASDA5123HA 5.1.2 Channel 320w Dolby Atmos Soundbar User Guide

kogan KASDA5123HA 5.1.2 Channel 320w Dolby Atmos Soundbar

Product Specifications

• Brand: KOGAN
• Model: KASDA5123HA
• Channels: 5.1.2
• Power Output: 320W
• Sound Technology: Dolby Atmos

Product Usage Instructions

Safety & Warnings
Avoid exposing the product to liquids. If exposed, cease use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for support.

Components Overview
Details of the control panel, ports, and back view of the soundbar are provided in the manual.

Operation
Details about the remote control functions and their icons are listed in the manual.

Powering

1. Plug power cords for the soundbar and subwoofer into AC IN ports and connect to power sockets.
2. Switch the power sockets on.
3. Place the power switch in the ON position on both devices.
4. Connect the provided AC adapter to the DC IN port of the left speaker and plug into a power socket.
5. Press the power button on the soundbar or remote control to turn it on/off.

Connection Modes
The soundbar features seven connection modes. The display on the front changes when switching between modes.

HDMI ARC Mode

1. Connect an HDMI cable from HDMI OUT (ARC) port of soundbar to TV’s HDMI (ARC) port.
2. Press mode button to change to HDMI ARC mode.
3. Select ‘HDMI ARC’ as TV’s audio output for sound to emit from soundbar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What should I do if the product is exposed to liquid?
  A: Cease use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for support.

• Q: How many connection modes does the soundbar feature?
  A: The soundbar features seven connection modes.

KOGAN 5.1.2 CHANNEL 320W
DOLBY ATMOS SOUNDBAR
WITH SUBWOOFER & REAR SPEAKERS
KASDA5123HA

SAFETY & WARNINGS

• Do not expose this product to high temperatures and wet environments.
• To reduce the risk of electronic shock or fire, do not remove the cabinet cover.
• Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. If the product shows any signs of damage, cease use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for support.
• Do not place the product where it may come into contact with water, moisture or other liquids. If the product is exposed to liquid, cease use immediately and contact help.Kogan.com for support.

COMPONENTS

• Soundbar
• Wireless subwoofer
• Wireless rear speakers
• Remote control
• Power cord for the soundbar
• Power cord for the subwoofer
• AC adaptor for rear speakers
• AUX cable
• Rear speaker connecting cable
• User guide

OVERVIEW

Control panel (soundbar)

No. Name

1. Power button

2. Mode button

3. Play/pause button

4. Previous/Volume decrease button

5. Next/Volume increase button
   Description
   Power the soundbar.
   Switch between modes.
   Play/pause tracks.

   • Short press the button to decrease volume.
   • Long press the button to play the previous track.
   • Short press the button to increase volume.
   • Long press the button to play the next track.
     Ports (soundbar)

6. HDMI OUT (ARC) port

7. HDMI IN port

8. USB port

9. AUX port

10. Coaxial port

11. Optical port

12. Power switch

13. AC IN port
    Back view (subwoofer)

14. Pair button

15. Indicator light

16. Power switch

17. AC IN port Rear speakers

18. RS IN port

19. RS OUT port

20. DC IN port

21. Pair button

22. Indicator light

System Overview

Remote control

OPERATION

Remote control

Powering

1. Plug one end of the power cords for the soundbar and subwoofer into the AC IN ports on both devices, then plug the other end into two power sockets. Switch the power sockets on.
2. Place the power switch in the ON position on both the subwoofer and soundbar.
3. Plug one end of the provided AC adapter into the DC IN port of the left speaker, then plug the other end into a power socket. Switch the power socket on.
4. Press the power button on the soundbar or remote control to turn the soundbar on.
5. Press the power button again to turn the soundbar off.

Connection modes
This soundbar features seven connection modes. The display on the front of the soundbar will change when switching between modes.

Connection mode Display shows

• HDMI ARC ARC/EARC
• Optical OPT
• AUX AUX
• Coaxial COA
• USB USB
• Bluetooth BT
• HDMI IN HDMI

HDMI ARC mode
This soundbar supports HDMI with an audio return channel (ARC). Many standard HDMI ports support ARC but if unsure, check with the TV’s manufacturer. This allows the sound from a TV to emit through the soundbar rather than the TV’s inbuilt speakers.

1. Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not supplied) into the HDMI OUT (ARC) port of the soundbar. Connect the other end of the cable into your TV’s HDMI (ARC) port.
2. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to HDMI ARC mode.
3. Ensure ‘HDMI ARC’ is selected as the TV’s audio output and the sound of media from the TV should emit from the soundbar.
4. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

Optical mode

1. Connect one end of an optical cable (not supplied) into the optical port of the soundbar. Connect the other end of the cable into the optical port on your device (for example, TV, gaming console, or DVD player).
2. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to optical mode. Sound from your device should now emit from the soundbar.
3. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

AUX mode

1. Connect one end of an AUX cable into the AUX port of the soundbar. Connect the other end of the cable into the AUX port on your device (for example, TV, gaming console, or DVD player).
2. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to AUX mode. Sound from your device should now emit from the soundbar.
3. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

Coaxial mode

1. Connect one end of a coaxial cable (not supplied) into the coaxial port of the soundbar. Connect the other end of the cable into your TV’s coaxial port.
2. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to coaxial mode.
3. Ensure ‘Coaxial’ is selected as the TV’s audio output and the sound of media from the TV should emit from the soundbar.
4. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

USB mode
This soundbar supports FAT32 formatted USBs up to 64GB. Ensure the files stored in the USB are in the MP3, WAV, or FLAC formats.

1. Insert the USB into the USB port on the soundbar.
2. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to USB mode.
3. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

Track control button
This button allows adjustments to the order or repetition of tracks played in USB mode. When the mode is changed, it will be reflected on the soundbar’s display.

Description Display shows

• Repeating the current track ONE
• Playing all tracks in order on repeat ALL

Bluetooth mode
This mode allows users to play files from a Bluetooth enabled device (for example, a phone or tablet).

1. Press the mode button on the soundbar or remote control and change the soundbar to Bluetooth mode. Alternatively, press the Bluetooth button on the remote control. ‘BT’ will be flashing on the display indicating it the soundbar is ready to pair.
2. Ensure Bluetooth is turned on in your device and search for ‘Kogan Soundbar_512’. Once found, tap to connect. Once connected, the display will stop flashing and the devices will be paired. Files can now be played on the device with sound emitting from the soundbar.

Notes:

• When in Bluetooth or USB mode, you can press and hold the volume increase button to skip to the next track.
• When in Bluetooth or USB mode, you can press and hold the volume decrease button to play the previous track.

HDMI IN mode

1. Ensure the TV, soundbar, and external device are switched off. Connect one end of an HDMI cable (not supplied) into the TV. Connect the other end into the HDMI OUT (ARC) port on the soundbar.
2. Connect another HDMI cable (not supplied) into the HDMI OUT port of your external device, then connect the other end into the HDMI IN port on the soundbar.
3. Switch on the external device and soundbar, then change the soundbar to HDMI IN mode.
4. Switch on the TV and change the audio source to the HDMI port the devices are connected to. The TV will now display visual from the external device, with the sound emitting from the soundbar.
5. Use the remote control/soundbar to make audio adjustments.

3D mode
Allows for audio optimisation for listening to audio designed for a virtual surround sound effect.

Note:
If using Dolby Atmos®, you do not need to activate this mode.

Equaliser modes
This soundbar features three equaliser modes (Music, Movie, News). Press the EQ button on the remote control to switch to different modes. This will be reflected on the display in the front of the soundbar.

• Music – Adjusts the audio to be best suited when listening to music.
• Movie – Adjusts the audio to be best suited when watching movies.
• News – Adjusts the audio to be best suited when listening to the news.

Using Dolby Atmos®

• Ensure the connected device and content supports Dolby Atmos®.
• Set the audio format on the connected device (for example, Blu-ray player, TV) to either ‘Bitstream’, ‘Auto’, or ‘Bypass’ to skip the encoding process. This allows the soundbar to receive the non-decoded audio signal.

Note:
Dolby Atmos® is only available in HDMI IN and HDMI ARC modes.

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Pairing the subwoofer and rear speakers
The subwoofer and rear speakers should come pre-paired to the soundbar. However, if the subwoofer and rear speakers needs pairing, follow the steps outlined below:

1. Press the mode button until the soundbar displays and is flashing ‘BT’.
2. Plug one end of the power cord for the subwoofer into the AC IN port. Plug the other end into a power socket. Switch the power socket on.
3. Plug one end of the provided AC adapter into the DC IN port of the left speaker, then plug the other end into a power socket.
4. Press and hold the Play/pause button on the remote control, and ‘pair’ will appear on the display. Then, press and hold the pair button on the subwoofer and rear speaker until the indicator light starts flashing rapidly.
5. The subwoofer and rear speakers will then begin pairing to the soundbar. When paired, the soundbar will display ‘SW connected’. The indicator lights on the subwoofer and rear speakers will then illuminate.

Need more information?
We hope that this user guide has given you the assistance needed for a simple set-up.
For the most up-to-date guide for your product, as well as any additional assistance you may require, head online to help.kogan.com

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References

• Kogan Help Centre

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