MAJORITY D40 Amplifier Speakers User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- MAJORITY
Table of Contents
- MAJORITY D40 Amplifier Speakers
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX
- FRONT & SIDE VIEW
- SETTING UP YOUR MAJORITY D40 SPEAKERS
- BASIC OPERATION
- BLUETOOTH, SD & USB CONTROLS
- AUX AND OPTICAL MODES
- BLUETOOTH MODE
- USB & SD CARD MODE
- CONNECTING HEADPHONES
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- SPECIFICATION
- SAFETY INFORMATION
- FCC Statement
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
MAJORITY D40 Amplifier Speakers
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
- A. Majority D40 Bookshelf Speakers
- B. 3.5mm to 3.5mm AUX Cable
- C. 3.5mm to RCA Cable
- D. Instructions Guide
- E. Remote Control
- F. Power Adapter
FRONT & SIDE VIEW
- Remote Sensor
- Speakers
- Mode
- Vol + / Next
- Vol – / Previous
- Headphone Jack
- Mode indicator lights BACK VIEW
- Speaker connector cable
- Speaker input
- OPTICAL input
- Power On/Off
- 100–240V/50-60HZ Power
- USB slot
- SD Card slot
- AUX input REMOTE CONTROL
- Power
- Reset
- Vol +
- Play/Pause
- Previous/Back
- Vol –
- Treble –
- Bass –
- Mode
- Bass +
- Treble +
- Next
- Mute
SETTING UP YOUR MAJORITY D40 SPEAKERS
Please note that the instructions in this manual will refer to the speaker or
remote control button number e.g (Ref.number) in accordance with the
diagrams on pages 2-4. Connecting and powering the unit Using the power cord
provided, plug one end into the back of the primary speaker (Ref.12) and plug
the other end into a mains socket. Switch the unit on at the back of the
primary speaker (Ref.11). Connect the two speakers together via the speaker
connector cable (Ref.8) by plugging the connector cable into the speaker input
of the primary speaker (Ref.9).
Switch on your Majority D40 Speakers
Press the button (Ref.16) or press and hold the ‘Mode’ button on the unit
(Ref.3) to switch on the speakers. Press the button (Ref.16) to switch the
speakers off.
Remote Power
Remove the battery cover of the remote control. Insert 1 x AAA battery
(included). Replace battery cover.
Note: when using the remote control, ensure that you are pointing at the
remote sensor (Ref.1) otherwise the unit may not respond to keypresses.
BASIC OPERATION
Basic controls
Volume, treble and bass can be changed on all speaker modes. Use the +
(Ref.18)/(Ref.4) and – (Ref.21)/(Ref.5) buttons to control the volume. Press X
(Ref.28) to mute the audio. Use the Treble- (Ref.22), Treble+ (Ref.26), Bass-
(Ref.23) and Bass+ (Ref.25) to control the bass and treble settings of the
sound. Press ‘RESET’ (Ref.17) to reset the treble and bass settings. In
Bluetooth, SD, or USB mode, use the ⏴ ⏵ (Ref.20)/(Ref.27) and -/⏮ +/⏭ buttons
(press and hold (Ref.4)/(Ref.5)) to skip tracks and rewind or fast forward
(see page 7).
Switching mode
When a USB, SD card or AUX cable is inserted, the unit will automatically
switch to the correct mode and begin playing audio. If necessary, select the
correct mode using the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.24)/(Ref.3). On the speaker set,
Bluetooth and USB modes are indicated by a blue light. All other modes are
indicated by a red light (Ref.7).
BLUETOOTH, SD & USB CONTROLS
Please note that the following controls and functions relate to Bluetooth, SD
card and USB mode only. For AUX and Optical controls and functions, please see
the section ‘AUX and Optical Modes’
Note: in the table below, (H) = ‘Press and hold’.
Remote | Speaker | Function |
---|---|---|
– + | -/⏮ +/⏭ | Volume up/down |
⏴ ⏵ | (H) -/⏮ +/⏭ | Previous/next track |
(H) ⏴ ⏵ | n/a | Rewind/Fast forward |
X | n/a | Mute |
⏯ | MODE | Play/Pause |
TRE-/TRE+ | n/a | Treble up/down |
BASS-/BASS+ | n/a | Bass up/down |
MODE | (H) MODE | Change Mode |
RESET | n/a | Reset Treble/Bass |
AUX AND OPTICAL MODES
Use the 3.5mm to 3.5mm AUX cable or 3.5mm to RCA cable to connect an external
AUX device to the ‘AUX’ input of the D40 speakers (Ref.15).
Switch to AUX mode
When an AUX cable is plugged in to the AUX port at the rear of the speaker
(Ref.15), the unit will automatically switch to AUX mode (indicated with a red
light (Ref.7)) and make 3 short ascending beeps. If necessary, select ‘AUX’
mode using the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.24)/(Ref.3).
Optical mode
To connect the D40 speakers to an external device, use an optical cable to
connect via the OPTICAL input (Ref.10). Press the ‘Mode’ button
(Ref.24)/(Ref.3) to switch the Mode to Optical. The corresponding mode
indicator light (Ref.7) will light up red and make a short sound when Optical
mode is selected.
Controls and Functions – AUX/Optical
Note: in the table below, (H) = ‘Press and hold’.
Remote | Speaker | Function |
---|---|---|
– + | -/⏮ +/⏭ | Volume up/down |
X ⏯ | MODE | Mute |
TRE-/TRE+ | n/a | Treble up/down |
BASS-/BASS+ | n/a | Bass up/down |
MODE | (H) MODE | Change Mode |
RESET | n/a | Reset Treble/Bass |
BLUETOOTH MODE
To connect an external device to the D40 speakers, ensure that the speakers are in ‘Bluetooth’ mode. Select ‘Bluetooth’ mode manually by using the ‘Mode’ button until the corresponding mode indicator light, labelled ‘AUX/BT’, (Ref.7) lights up blue. The speakers will make a series of short ascending beeps to indicate that Bluetooth mode is now active. Switch Bluetooth on for your external device. Select ‘D40’ from the list of devices. When your external device is connected, the speakers will make a short beep to indicate successful connection. You can now play audio through the speakers. When Bluetooth is disconnected, the speakers will sound with 5 short ascending beeps to indicate successful disconnection.
USB & SD CARD MODE
USB
To use USB mode, insert a USB drive into the USB port at the back of the
speaker The speakers will sound with 2 short beeps to indicate that USB mode
is active, and the ‘USB/OPT’ mode indicator light (Ref.7) will light up blue.
If necessary, select ‘USB’ mode using the ‘Mode’ button.
SD
To use SD mode, insert a SD/TF card into the SD port at the back of the
speaker The speakers will sound with 3 short beeps to indicate that SD mode is
active, and the ‘SD’ mode indicator light (Ref.7) will light up red. If
necessary, select ‘SD’ mode using the ‘Mode’ button (Ref.24)/(Ref.3). Maximum
storage compatibility for USB and SD/TF cards: 64GB.
CONNECTING HEADPHONES
Connect wired headphones (not included) to the headphone port of the Majority
D40 speakers (Ref.6) to listen to audio through headphones. Ensure the volume
is turned down before you use the headphones. You will now hear audio output
through the headphones.
Please note that the Majority D40 is not compatible with Bluetooth
headphones.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observation | Potential Cause/Solution |
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No power/function
| Check whether the power is switched on or off at the wall.
Check that the power adaptor is properly
connected to the power outlet.
No sound
| Check whether unit is set to MUTE.
Check whether MODE is correctly selected. Turn up the volume on the speakers or on your external device.
Check that cables are properly installed.
Function disturbance
| Switch off and unplug the unit. Leave it for 2
minutes and switch it on again.
Bluetooth not connecting
| Ensure that you are on Bluetooth mode on the speaker and the Bluetooth on your device is switched on. Select the Bluetooth device ‘D40’ and you should now be able to play audio.
SPECIFICATION
Power Supply | 100-240V/50-60Hz |
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Mode:
| Bluetooth 3.5mm AUX-in USB reader SD reader
Power consumption| 0.5W (standby mode)
Dimensions| 223 x 137 x 179 mm
Weight| 3.80 kg
Speakers| 24” full range + 2 1” tweeter
Bluetooth Version| 5.0
Bluetooth range| up to 10 meters
Compatible file types| MP3, WMA, FLAC, MAV, APE
Maximum compatible USB/SD storage| ****
64GB
WARRANTY
All products come with a standard 12 month warranty. All items must be
registered on www.majority.co.uk for the warranty to be valid. Once on the web
page, use the menu to find “Register Your Product”. You will also be given the
chance to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of charge.
SAFETY INFORMATION
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions. Instructions are also availa-ble for download at www.majority.co.uk
- Heed all Warnings
- Follow all instructions
- Do not clean the apparatus near or with water
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Protect the power from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a 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 the rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
- No naked flame sources, such as lit candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
- Dispose of used electrical products and batteries safely according to your local authority and regulations.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splash-ing and no objects
filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be places on the apparatus. Main plug
is used to disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during
intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains
complete-ly, the mains plug should be disconnected from the main socket outlet
completely. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help the
environment. This symbol means an electrical product should not be disposed of
with normal household waste. Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility
for disposal when finished with.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully before use and keep for
future reference.
FCC Statement
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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RF Exposure Information
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. Th e
device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
References
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