MAJORITY BOW-BAR-BLK BOWFELL Compact Bluetooth Soundbar User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- MAJORITY
Table of Contents
BO WFELL
COMPACT BLUETOOTH SOUNDBAR
BOW-BAR-BLK
User Guide
3 YEAR WARRANTY
Register your product online for a FREE 3 year extended warranty at:
www.majority.co.uk
Controls And Functions
Front View/LED Indicator Light
1. Speaker Drivers
2. Remote Control Sensor| 3. LED Indicator Light
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Side View: Buttons
4. Press and hold for 3 seconds to switch the unit on/off. Press to switch
between Bluetooth, USB, LINE in or
OPTICAL in.| 5. Volume increase
6. Volume decrease
7. 3.5mm stereo LINE in
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Rear View: Panel Interface Connection
8. USB Socket
9. OPTICAL In Socket| 10.DC 12V 1.5A Socket
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Automatic Power Off Function
The Majority Bowfell will automatically go to standby mode after 180 minutes
if the connected TV is switched off.
Controls And Functions
Remote Control
11. Power On/Off
12. Volume +: Increase volume.
13. Backstep: Use in Bluetooth and USB modes to go back a track.
14. Play/Pause: In Bluetooth/USB mode, press to pause/play media.
15. Volume -: Decrease volume 16. PAIR: In Bluetooth mode, press to pair with
your device. Press again to disconnect.| 17. FLAT: Restore default sound
settings.
18. ROCK: Set the ROCK mode sound effect.
19. MUTE: Mute/unmute sound.
20. Forward Step: Use in Bluetooth/USB mode to go forward a track.
21. MODE: Switch modes.
22. JAZZ: Set the JAZZ mode sound effect.
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What’s In The Box?
Box Contents
A. Majority Bowfell Soundbar
B.Remote Control
C.Adapter| D. 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio cable
E. 3.5mm to RCA Audio Cable
F. Instructions Guide
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Instructions Guide
Mode Indicator Lights
State | Indicator Lights |
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Power off | Red |
Optical mode | Orange |
USB mode | Light Blue |
Line in mode | Green |
Bluetooth ready | Flashing blue |
Bluetooth connected | Blue |
Using the USB Input
- Connect your USB device to the USB jack (Ref.8) on the soundbar.
- Press the “MODE” button (Ref.21) on the remote, and the LED indicator will be LIGHT BLUE.
- Play music files from the USB device through the soundbar.
Using the Optical Input
You will need: An audio source with an Optical Audio Output and a Digital
Optical Audio cable (not included).
Connect the Optical cable to the soundbar (Ref.9).
Press the OPTICAL button on the remote control or on the main unit
(Ref.4/Ref.11) to switch to Optical mode. The mode indicator LED will turn
ORANGE.
Using the native controls on your connected device, ensure the audio settings
are set to PCM or Optical Audio.
Using the RCA Input
You will need An audio source with an RCA Output and an RCA cable (included).
Connect the RCA cable to the RCA output on the audio source and to the Line in
(AUX2) on the speaker bar (Ref.7).
Press the POWER/MODE button on the remote control or the main unit
(Ref.4/Ref.11) to select LINE IN mode. The mode indicator LED will turn GREEN.
Using the native controls on your connected device, make sure the audio
settings are set to Analog stereo output/RCA/Audio output.
Using the MP3 LINK Connection (Line In)
Plug one end of a 3.5mm audio input cable (included) into the Line in on the
unit (Ref.7).
Plug the other end of the cable into the audio output/headphone output on your
MP3 player or another audio source.
Press the POWER/MODE button (Ref.4/Ref.11) repeatedly to enter LINE in mode.
The mode indicator will turn GREEN.
Connecting to the Mains Supply
Ensure that the power supply voltage is within the range of 100V~240V.
Any other voltage may cause damage to the unit.
Unwind the mains cable to its full length. Connect the mains plug to a mains
socket. Ensure that the mains plug is fully inserted into the mains socket.
The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device. The
disconnect device must remain readily operable.
Connect the Adapter to the unit and AC Socket (Ref.10).
****Ensure all audio connections of the unit are connected before connecting
to the mains power socket.
Unplug the power cord from the outlet when the unit is not in use for an
extended period of time.
Bluetooth Operation
Pairing a Bluetooth Device for the First Time
Select and press the MODE directly on the remote control (Ref.21) or on the
soundbar (Ref.4) until Bluetooth mode is selected, indicated by a flashing
blue light.
Using the native controls on your Bluetooth device, select the “Majority
Bowfell” when prompted to choose a Bluetooth device.
If your device requests a password, enter the default “0000”. If you encounter
issues at this stage, please refer to the user manual for your Bluetooth
device for instructions on pairing and connecting Bluetooth devices.
When successfully paired and connected, a beep will issue from the unit and
the Pairing Indicator will display a solid blue light. After the initial
pairing, the unit will stay paired unless unpaired manually by the user, or
until the device is reset.
To unpair, hold down the PAIR button for 3 seconds.You can now pair the device
with another Bluetooth device.
If your device should become unpaired or you find it is unable to connect,
repeat the steps above.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter an issue with your soundbar, please refer to the following checklist.
Observation | Potential Cause/Solution |
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No power/function | Check that the power is switched on at the wall. |
Check whether the power adaptor is properly connected to a power outlet.
No sound| Check whether unit is set to MUTE.
Check whether MODE is correctly selected.
Check whether cables are properly installed.
No sound from Bluetooth connection| Check whether you have pressed PAIR button
before pairing.
Check whether the external device requires the password “0000”.
Function disturbance| Switch off and unplug the unit. Leave it for 2 minutes
and switch it on again.
If a particular mode is causing problems, please try an alternative connection
such as Optical, AUX or Bluetooth.
Remote control function issues| Check whether the battery needs replacing.
Replace if necessary.
Check whether there are obstacles blocking the remote sensor.
No sound when the connection
and switches to OPTICAL IN
mode| Check and ensure the audio setting of the input source (e.g. TV, games
console, DVD player, etc.) is set to PCM mode while using digital connection
(such as Optical, HDMI and COAXIAL).
Specifications
Power Supply | DC 12V 1.5A |
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Frequency Response | 30Hz-20KHz |
SNR | 70dB |
Separation | 45dB |
Bluetooth | V5.0 |
Dimension (WxHxD) | 38.8 x 5.4 x 7.2 cm |
Net Weight | 1.5kg |
Support
If you require further assistance with your new product, please contact our
support team on the Majority website:
www.majority.co.uk/support
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 available for download at www.majorityradios.co.uk
- Heed all Warnings
- Follow all instructions
- Do no clean the apparatus near or with water
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
- 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 splashing and no objects
filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Mains plug is used to disconnect the device and it should remain readily
operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the
main mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the main
socket outlet completely.
The 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
them for future reference.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open
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When servicing, use only identical replacement parts
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