SUNBRITE SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B Sound Bar Instruction Manual
- May 15, 2024
- SUNBRITE
Table of Contents
INSTALLATION MANUAL
SB-AW-SNDBR-X-B
INTRODUCTION
We appreciate your purchase and are committed to providing the highest-quality
products possible.
The SunBrite™ Outdoor Sound bar models are a superb choice for almost every
type of home theater or home audio installation. They have been designed with
advanced technological components that allow for high performance and a
lifetime of enjoyment.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Read and understand all instructions. Before beginning installation, carefully
plan location accounting for potential electrical, plumbing or other
obstacles.
RECOMMENDED AMPLIFIER POWER
To get the best performance from the Sound bar when used with a Veranda Series
SunBriteTV®, an amplifier or receiver with a power rating between 20 and 90
Watts RMS per channel is recommended: The Signature and Pro Series SunBriteTVs
have an internal amplifier that can be used to drive the soundbar.
SPEAKER WIRE
To connect the Sound bar to an AV Receiver or Amplifier, high-quality 14 to 16
gauge stranded speaker wire is recommended. The wire may be connected directly
to the speaker’s binding posts. Remember that you will need 2 runs of speaker
wire to the Sound bar location as it contains the left and right speaker. Use
the included DIN cable to connect the soundbar to a SunBriteTV. See page 5 for
more information.
CONTENTS
SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B
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(1) DIN cable w/90 cm cable for compatible SunBriteTVs
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(1) DIN Cable to 3.5mm adapter for SunBrite Veranda TV’s
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(1) Speaker Mount Bracket Small
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(4) 1/4-20 x .25” Screws
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(4) 1/4-20 Flat Washers
SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B -
(1) DIN cable w/90 cm cable for compatible SunBriteTVs
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(1) DIN Cable to 3.5mm adapter for SunBrite Veranda TV’s
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(1) Speaker Mount Bracket Large
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(2) 1/2” threaded standoff
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(2) 7/8” threaded standoff
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(4) 1/4-20 x .25” Screws
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(4) 1/4-20 Flat Washers
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(4) 6/8MM X 20MM Black Nylon non-threaded spacers
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(4) 1/4-20 x 1.25” Screws
INSTALLATION
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
The SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B and SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B are designed to be the Left and Right
speakers of a sound system. For most applications, placement should be below a
flat screen TV using the included mounting bracket.
Installing on a SunBriteTV
Mount the SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B, and SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B directly above or below
Signature and Pro Series SunBriteTVs and below Veranda Series SunBriteTVs with
the included bracket. The bracket attaches the soundbar using spacers or
directly to the TV.
To determine which installation diagram to use for your SunBrite TV, refer to
the table below.
NOTE: The Strong™ universal bracket SM-SBAR-BKT-UNIV (available
separately) should be used when attaching the soundbar to any display other
than a SunBriteTV.
Veranda 3: 4K HDR Series Smart
Size Model| Premium Speaker Bar| Installation
(55”) SB-V3-55-4KHDR-BL| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(65”) SB-V3-65-4KHDR-BL| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(75”) SB-V3-75-4KHDR-BL| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
Veranda 2: 4K HDR Series
Size Model| Premium Speaker Bar| Installation
(43”) SB-V-43-4KHDR| SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B| Figure A
(55”) SB-V-55-4KHDR| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(65”) SB-V-65-4KHDR| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(75”) SB-V-75-4KHDR| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
Signature 2: 4K HDR Series
Size Model| Premium Speaker Bar| Installation
(43″) SB-SE-43-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B| Figure A
(43″) SB-S2-43-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B| Figure A
(55″) SB-S2-55-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(65″) SB-S2-65-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
(75″) SB-S2-75-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure B
Pro 2 Series
Size Model| Premium Speaker Bar| Installation
(32″) SB-P2-32-1K| N/A| N/A
(43″) SB-P2-43-1K| SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B| Figure A
(49″) SB-P2-49-4K| N/A| N/A
(55″) SB-P2-55-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure C
(65″) SB-P2-65-4K| SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B| Figure C
Figure A: Installation using no spacers
- Locate and remove the display screws from the display.
- Set the bracket in place against the display and replace the screws to secure.
- Remove the thumb screws from the sound bar and set it in place against the bracket.
- Replace the thumb screws to secure the soundbar to the bracket.
Figure B: Installation using display spacers
- Locate and remove the display screws from the display.
- Screw the spacers into the display.
- Set the bracket in place against the spacers and, using the display screws removed in Step 1, secure the bracket to the spacers.
- Remove the thumb screws from the sound bar and set it in place against the bracket.
- Replace the thumb screws to secure the soundbar to the bracket.
Figure C: Installation using soundbar spacers
- Locate and remove the display screws from the display.
- Set the bracket in place against the display. Using the display screws removed in Step 1, secure the bracket to the display.
- Remove the screws from the soundbar.
- Insert the soundbar screws (removed in Step 3) into the bracket and place the spacers on the screws.
- Set the soundbar in place against the spacers.
- Fasten the screws to secure the soundbar to the bracket.
CONNECTING AND CALIBRATING
Proper connections are important to the performance of any speaker within an
audio system.
Performing the following steps will ensure proper connections for optimum
speaker performance:
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At each speaker connection, ensure that the outer jacket is separated by at least 2 inches.
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Strip the insulation on each conductor approximately ¼” and insert into the speaker terminals.
• Ensure that there are no stray strands of wire protruding from the connectors.
• Observe proper polarity (+ to + and – to – ) for each speaker and at the amplifier). -
Turn on the home theater receiver and calibrate all speakers in the system according to the receiver (or surround processor) manufacturer’s instructions.
Connecting to a SunBriteTV
Connect the sound bar to Signature and Pro Model SunBriteTVs using the
included 5 pin male connector wire (DIN Cable). Connect the wire ends as shown
in the diagram below. Veranda Models will require an addtional 3.5mm 4 wire to
DIN adapter, included.
When connecting the sound bar to a SunBrite Veranda TV, the DIN to 3.5 mm adapter must also be used. The 3.5 mm side attaches to the audio output of the Veranda TV, and the DIN connector side attaches to the DIN cable adapter, shown above. Then, connect the DIN cable adapter to the speaker inputs of the sound bar as indicated.
Verifying Phase
When proper polarity is not maintained, the speakers play at the opposite
‘time’ from each other, or out of phase. The result is audio with lack of bass
and vocals that sound thin or distant. If during or after calibrating your
receiver you suspect the sound is not right and you cannot see any markings on
the wire to verify polarity is correct, try this simple test:
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Sit in the normal listening position for the system.
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Play some music with your receiver set to Mono.
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Listen to the music and observe the audio.
• Does the bass sound full and even with the other audio?
• Do the vocals sound centered and even in volume?
If either of the answers are YES, follow steps 3 and 4 with any other speakers in the system. -
Turn off your receiver and reverse the connections for one of the speakers.
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Repeat your test at the same volume level. When the sound has the loudest and best sounding bass, and vocals are centered and clear, your connections are correct and in-phase.
CLEANING
Use a dampened soft cloth or paper towel to clean the cabinet. The grill is
best
cleaned by brushing it off with a lint-free cloth.
SPECIFICATIONS
Product | SB-AW-SNDBR-S-B | SB-AW-SNDBR-M-B |
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Frequency response | 100 Hz-22 kHz | 95 Hz-22 kHz |
Color | Black | Black |
Connectors | Gold-Plated Push Terminals | Gold-Plated Push Terminals |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 39” x 3.92” x 3” | 49.5” x 3.92” x 3” |
Sold as | Each | Each |
Weight | 11.5 lbs | 13.2 lbs |
Crossover Frequency | 2.3 kHz | 2.3 kHz |
Speaker Grille | Fixed Metal | Fixed Metal |
Nominal Impedance | 8 Ohm | 8 Ohm |
Power Peak | 225W | 225W |
Power RMS | 90W | 90W |
Sensitivity | 90 dB | 90 dB |
Tweeter | 1” Pure Titanium Dome | 1” Pure Titanium Dome |
Voice Coil | High Temp Voice Coil | High Temp Voice Coil |
Woofer | Per Channel- 2 x 3” Titanium Vapor Deposit Polypropylene Cone | Per |
Channel- 2 x 3” Titanium Vapor Deposit Polypropylene Cone
Passive Radiator| 2 x Titanium Vapor Deposit Polypropylene Cone| 3 x Titanium
Vapor Deposit Polypropylene Cone
TROUBLESHOOTING
These speakers are designed to function trouble-free. Most problems that occur are due to simple issues. If having trouble, contact Technical Support at 866-838-5052.
WARRANTY
Limited Lifetime Warranty
SunBriteTV Sound bar Speakers have a Lifetime Limited Warranty. This warranty
includes parts and labor repairs on all components found to be defective in
material or workmanship under normal conditions of use. This warranty shall
not apply to products which have been abused, modified or disassembled.
Products to be repaired under this warranty must be returned to a designated
service center with prior notification and an assigned return authorization
number (RA).
CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT
As a thank you for purchasing SunBriteTV Electronics products, direct
technical support services are available via phone. We encourage you to use
this resource for any questions or concerns about our products. Visit our
website for more support documentation.
866 838-5052 SunBriteTV.com
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