connexx SB-26 Soundbar Speaker User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- connexx
Table of Contents
MODEL: SB-26
–INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL-PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a Connexx product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to review, you will learn how to use all of the features of your new soundbar stereo for maximum enjoyment.
FEATURES
Features of the Connexx SB26 include:
Digital FM tuner 10 presets
Bluetooth wireless technology
Built-in subwoofer (optional external subwoofer can be added as an accessory)
2 zone audio distribution
3.5 mm aux input jack on the front panel
USB input on the front panel with device charging capabilities
Digital Optical input on the rear panel 2 analog stereo inputs on the rear
panel
Wireless remote control included
PACKING LIST
Main Unit
User Manual|
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Remote Control with Two Batteries|
RCA Connection Cable|
Wall Mounting Brackets|
DC Power Extension (Red and Black) Wire|
FM Antenna|
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
S E RV I C I N G TO Q U A L I F I E D S E RV I C E PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
USE UNDER SUPERVISION OF AN ADULT DUE TO LONG CORD USE UNDER SUPERVISION OF
AN ADULT DUE TO LONG CORD
This unit has a long cord that can easily be tripped on or pulled on, causing
injury, Please make sure it is arranged so it will not drape over a tabletop,
etc. Where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally. The
product is powered by THE RV DC 12V, do not connect to the public grid
FCC NOTICE:
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 the 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 an articular 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 with a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING:
To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions
and use only shielded cables when connecting to other devices. Modifications
not authorized by the
manufacturer may void the user`s authority to operate this device.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE ETHER ISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE
THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
Before using the unit, be sure to read all operating instructions carefully.
Please note that these are general precautions and may not pertain to your
unit.
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Read these instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. -
Keep these instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. -
Heed all warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. -
Follow all instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed. -
Do not use this apparatus near water
Do not use this product near water and moisture, for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool. -
Clean only with a dry cloth
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning. -
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or another similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet. -
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience the apparatus. receptacles, and the point where they exit from
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Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time To protect your product from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. lightning and power-line surges. This will prevent damage to the product due to
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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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to been spilled or objects have fallen into the rain or moisture does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Power source This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. refer to the operating instructions. supply dealer or
to your home, consult your appliance If you are not sure of the type of power local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or another source, -
Service Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping filled with
liquids, such as or plashing, and that object’s vases shall not be placed on
the apparatus.
PLACING AND MOUNTING
1. Placing on the table
When placing the Sound Bar on an entertainment center, bookshelf, or any type
of space around the Sound Bar for ventilation.
If the Sound Bar is enclosed in a tight space, without ventilation, heat
generated from the Sound Bar could pr enclosed space, be sure to allow produce
a potential heat hazard.
2. Mounting the Sound Bar onto a wall
We recommend having this Sound Bar professionally mounted. By using the
included wall mounting metal brackets, the Sound Bar can be mounted onto a
wall.
Distance between two brackets
GENERAL VIEW
Front View
2. ZONE A Button
3. POWER Button
1. PAIR Button
4. POWER Indicator
5. ZONE B Button| 6. ****(SOURCE)Button
7. AUX IN Jack
8. USB Jack
9. NEXT/TUNE Up
10. Volume Down| 11. PREVIOUS/TUNE Down
12. Volume Up
13. Play/Pause/ Preset/
Memory/Preset Play Button
14. LED Display
15. Remote Sensor
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Rear View
1. ZONE B Right Channel Connector
2. ZONE B Left Channel Connector
3. External Subwoofer Connector
4. Pig Tail Antenna
5. DVD Audio In Jack| 6.TV Audio In Jack
7. External Subwoofer Switch
8. Optical In Power Jack
9. Extended Remote Sensor
10. DC IN Jack
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REMOTE CONTROL
1. POWER button
2. Bluetooth Mode Switch button
3. AUX IN Mode Switch button
4. TV Mode Switch button
5. TUN /TUN+ button
6. VOL ( Volume )+/- buttons
7. ( Play/Pause )/ ( Memory/
Preset /Preset Play )button
8. MUTE button| 9. OPTICAL Mode Switch button
10. USB Mode Switch button
11. ZONE A button
12. FM Mode Switch button
13. ZONE B button
14. DVD Mode Switch button
15. PAIR button
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Optional External Remote Sensor
EXT IR (External Remote Sensor) Jack on rear panel
If using the external optional remote sensor, insert the plug into the EXT IR Jack as the arrowhead shown on the above picture. This will allow the remote control to work in another zone if desired.
BATTERY INSTALLATION— REMOTE CONTROL
Battery Installation
- Slide and lift the battery door (Figure 1).
- Install 2 (two) AAA size batteries into the battery compartment as indicated by the polarity markings (Figure 2).
- Replace the battery door (Figure 3).
Battery Precaution
Follow these precautions when using a battery in this device:
- Use only the size and type of battery specified.
- Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the battery as indicated in the battery compartment. A reversed battery may cause damage to the device.
- Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
- If the batteries in the device are consumed or the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
- Do not try to recharge the battery not intended to be recharged; it can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s instructions).
- The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.
- Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.
Remote Control Effective Range Notes:
When there is an obstacle between the unit and the remote control, the remote
control may not operate properly.
When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp, fluorescent lamp, or any other
strong light shines on the remote control of the unit, the remote control may
not operate properly.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
1. Touch the Power button on the unit or press the button on remote control
to power on the unit from standby mode. The power indicator will light up
blue.
2. The default mode is “BT”. Touch the **(mode) button repeatedly to switch
to desired mode. Follows the order below:
BT TV AUX FM OPTICAL USB DVD**
3. During Playback:
~ Press the VOL – /VOL+ button on remote control or touch – button on unit to
adjust the volume level as desired.
~ Press MUTE button on Remote Control to mute the sound on all active zones.
Press again to resume.
~ Press ZONE A button on Remote Control or touch “A “on front panel of the
unit to switch ON or OFF the soundbar speakers.
~ Press ZONE B button on Remote Control or touch “B” on front panel of the
unit to switch ON or OFF the corresponding ZONE B speakers.
4. Touch the Power button on the unit or press the button on remote control
to power off the unit.
5. If the unit is not used for long period of time, please disconnect the
power.
LISTEN TO FM RADIO
1. Power ON the unit.
2. Touch the **(mode) button repeatedly until “FM” appears on the display.
Or press the FM button on Remote Control.
3. Press and hold the /TUN – or /TUN + buttons and then release,
The unit will start to search the next ( or previous ) available FM radio
station then plays.
4. When a station is searched, press and hold the button to display the
desired storage location(such as Pxx.), then press /TUN – or /TUN + buttons on
remote control or touch the or button to change the storage location, press
button on the button to complete station storage. / remote control or touch
A total of 10 stations can be stored into the unit’s memory.
5. Press the button on the remote control or touch button to play the preset
stored station. / / FM Antenna The antenna wire on the rear of the unit is
for radio reception. If reception is weak, unwind and extend the wire or
relocate the wire to improve the radio reception.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING AND PLAYBACK**
First Time Pairing
1. Power ON the unit.
2. Touch the ****(mode) button repeatedly until “BT” appears and blinks on
the display. Or press the BT button on Remote Control to switch to BT mode.
3. Turn on the external BT Device and enter BT searching mode. Start pairing
as the screen instructions on the external BT Player.
( For details of pairing procedures, please refer to the user’s manual of your
BT Device. )
Notes: the display the external BT Device, select it and make a pairing.
Pairing code “0000” may need to be entered.
~ When the external BT Device searched the unit, will appear on the “SB26”
~ 4. After successful pairing and connection, the “BT” will stop blinking and
send a tone.
5. To disconnect the current pairing, touch and hold the PAIR button on the
unit or press the PAIR button on the remote control.
During playback:
~ Press the VOL – /VOL+ button or touch +/- button to adjust the volume level
as desired.
~ Press the button or touch the button to pause or play.
~ Touch the or button on the unit or press the /TUN- or /TUN+ button to skip
to the next or previous track.
NOTE:
After first-time pairing, the unit can be automatically connected with the
last connected device.
ADDING OPTIONAL SUBWOOFER AND SPEAKER
NOTE: Before connecting, disconnect power.
There is a SUBWOOFER SELECTOR on the back of the unit to turn on or turn off
the external subwoofer output.
IN(Internal subwoofer)- When the switch is moved to the “IN” position, there
will be no audio output from the external subwoofer.
- Connect one end of the subwoofer connection cable ( not supplied ) to the “+” Jack on the rear of the unit as the figure above.
- Connect the other end to the “-” Jack on the rear of the unit as the figure above.
- Slide the selector to the “EX” position as figure above.
- Connect the R(right channel speaker) and L(left channel speaker) as the figure above.
- Power ON the unit.
- Play the music as usual and set the desired volume.
During playback, touch A or B on the unit to switch audio between ZONE A and
ZONE B. Or press the ZONE A or ZONE B button on the remote control.
NOTE: A and B will appear on the display if ZONE A and ZONE B are
activated.
CONNECT TO TV/DV
NOTE: Before connecting, disconnect power.
- Connect as the figure above.
- Power ON the unit.
- Touch the ****(mode) button repeatedly until “TV” appears on display. Or press TV button on Remote Control. TV audio is selected and it will play through the unit.
- Touch the ****(mode) button repeatedly until “DVD” appears on display. Or press the DVD button on Remote Control. DVD audio is selected and it will play through the unit.
- Play the audio or video as usual and set the desired volume.
CONNECT USING OPTICAL
NOTE: Before connecting, disconnect power.
- Connect one end of the optical connection cable ( not supplied ) to the optical jack on the rear of the unit as pictured above.
- Connect the other end to the DVD or TV back panel.
- Power ON the unit.
- Touch the (mode) button repeatedly until the “OPTICAL” appears on display. Or press an OPTICAL button on Remote Control.
- Play the music as usual and set the desired volume.
NOTE:
If there is no audio output (only picture) when your TV or DVD player is
connected with the soundbar, please check the DVD or TV audio setting, and set
the digital output to PCM format.
AUX IN: LISTEN TO EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES
Connect to the 3.5mm Audio Out jack of external audio devices including Tablets, Laptops, Smartphones, MP3 Players, etc.
To the Phones/Aux Out/Line Out
- Connect one end of the audio connection cable (not supplied) to the AUX IN jack on the front of the unit as pictured above.
- Connect the other end to the Audio out/Line out/Phone jack on the external player ( such as iPod, iPhone, iPad, MP3 player, Discman… etc. )
- Power ON the unit.
- Touch the ****(mode) button on the unit repeatedly until “AUX” appears on display. Or press the AUX IN button on Remote Control.
- Play the music in the external player as usual and set the desired volume.
USB: LISTEN TO EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICES
1. Insert the USB as the figure on right.
2. Power ON the unit. Or press the USB button on Remote Control.
3. Touch **the (mode) button on the unit repeatedly until “USB” appears on
display.
4. Play the music in the external player as usual and set the desired volume.
~ Press the button on the Remote Control to play or pause.
~ Press or button on the Remote Control to skip to the next or previous track.
NOTE:**
The USB port can also be used for charging.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Check the following guide before requesting service
SYMPTOM| POSSIBLE CAUSE| POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No power| Power cable not connected or blown fuse| Check fuse
-Check the power connection
No sound| Volume in minimum position| Raise volume level by touching the +
button on the unit or VOL+ button on the remote control
The connected device is not in playback mode| Play the music/movie in the
connected device as usual and make sure the volume level of it is at a high
level
Input source incorrect| Touch the -a (mode) button repeatedly to set the input
source to the desired mode
Sound distortion| The Bass level of the connected device is too high| Reduce
the bass level of the connected device
Volume level too high| Reduce volume level by touching the -button on the unit
or VOL- button on the remote control
Remote not working| The batteries are consumed| Replace with new batteries
Bluetooth reception failure| The external device is too far from the unit|
Move the external BT device closer to the unit
Have not paired| Pair both units as stated in this manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Operation Voltage………………………………………………………………………………………………DC10V-14V
Power Supply Requirement……………………………………………………….DC 12 Volts, Negative Ground
Unit size………………………………………………………………………………646.9(W) X 85.6(H)X 80.7(D)mm
Device and Accessories Net Weight…………………………………………………………………..1.45kg(3.2 lb)
Max Power Consumption………………………………………………………………………………………………60W
Radio Coverage ……………………………………………………………………………………FM 87.5 -108.0 MH
Bluetooth Effective Range…………………………………………………………………………………Up to 32 feet
(Measured in an open area. Wall and structures may affect the effective
range.)
Remote Effective Range…………………………………………………………………………………… Up to 15 feet
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
FCC WARNINGS:
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions.
(1) The device may cause harmful interference. and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including the
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. To
maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should
be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator
and your body.
NOTE:
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE.
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