iLIVE ITBSW423 45 Inch HD Sound Bar with Satellite Speakers and Wireless Subwoofer User Guide

: June 3, 2024
: iLive

Table of Contents

Safety Instruction & Warnings
Setup
Orientation
Subwoofer
Remote
Connecting Devices
Connecting Devices
Wall Mount Bracket Installation
Company Information
- Warranty
- International Support
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iLIVE ITBSW423 45 Inch HD Sound Bar with Satellite Speakers and Wireless Subwoofer User Guide

Safety Instruction & Warnings

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

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.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the usrr 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.

This symbol indicates that this product Incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts.

WARNING: DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD.

WARNING : This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. This product meets and complies with required Federal product guidelines.

Important Safety Instructions

Read these Instructions.
Keep these Instructions.
Heed all Warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
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.
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 are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord 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 lightning 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 any 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 rain or moisture, dots not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

FCC Warnings

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: 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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complied with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Additional Warnings and Precautions

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Mains plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected form the mains socket outlet completely.
WARNING: Shock hazard – Do Not Open.
Caution and marking information is located at the rear or bottom of the apparatus.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing.
Objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
WARNING: Do not place this unit directly onto furniture surfaces with any type of soft, porous, or sensitive finish. As with any rubber compound made with oils, the feet could cause marks or staining where the feet reside. We recommend using a protective barrier such as a cloth or a piece of glass between the unit and the surface to reduce the risk of damage and/or staining.
WARNING: Use of this unit near fluorescent lighting may cause interference regarding use of the remote. If the unit is displaying erratic behavior move away from any fluorescent lighting, as it may be the cause.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Completely replace all old batteries with new ones.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
Batteries should be recycled or disposed of as per state and local guidelines.

Setup

Features & Specifications

45″ length
Supports Bluetooth 5.0, range: 60 ft.
4.1 channel stereo sound
Digital volume control
Full-function remote
Optical audio input
Aux In (3.5mm audio input)
HDMI ARC input

Power

The soundbar will power ON when connected with main outlet.

Plug the power adapters for the sound bar and the subwoofer into their respective DC Inputs on the back of the units and a standard wall outlet.

Includes

Remote control with 2 AAA batteries
Optical audio cable
2 AC/DC power adapter for sound bar and subwoofer
2 USB-C charging cables
Wall-mount hardware and instructions

Remote Battery

Remote control: Requires 2 AAA batteries (included)

Assembling the Satellite Speakers

Power ON the main unit and satellite speakers.
To attach the two satellite speakers, align the end of the main unit with the satellite speaker.
Please make sure each satellite speaker is correctly aligned with the sound bar and gently push into place.
Once pushed into place, rotate the speaker clock wise (right satellite) rotate the speaker counter-clockwise (left satellite) until locked in.
Please make sure the fully assembled unit is connected to your device. Once connected, audio will now be heard from the main unit and both satellite speakers. You are now able to remove the speakers using the above steps in reverse.

Orientation

Rear View

Front View

Source Mode Indicator LED

STATUS	INDICATOR LIGHT
Power Off	Red Light
Bluetooth Standby/Pairing	Quick Flashing Blue Light
Bluetooth Connected	Solid Blue Light
Optical Mode	Orange Light
Aux In Mode	Green Light
HDMI Mode	White Ligh

Speaker Controls (Top)

Power/Source
Press to power the unit ON. Press and hold to power the unit OFF. Press to switch audio source.

Volume
Press to adjust volume. Pair Press to manually begin Bluetooth pairing (BLUETOOTH MODE). Press twice quickly to connect/disconnect subwoofer to main unit.

Subwoofer

Connecting the Wireless Subwoofer

Power ON the subwoofer while the sound bar is ON. The subwoofer will now automatically begin connecting to the sound bar.
When the subwoofer has connected to the sound bar the Connect LED indicator will turn solid red. When audio is played through any source, the speaker will automatically use the connected subwoofer.
If the connection has failed or is lost, the red indicator will be flashing. Press PAIR in the main unit twice quickly to connect the subwoofer to main unit. (Note :Turn off Bluetooth during connecting) Wait 10-30 seconds then will connect successfully and the red indicator will turn solid red.

NOTE: To reduce unwanted vibration, try place the subwoofer on a solid or padded surface, such as the floor or carpet.

Remote

Function & Controls

Connecting Devices

Initial Bluetooth Connection and Playing Audio

When first powered ON the unit defaults to Bluetooth mode. A voice will say, “Bluetooth,” and the LED indicator will begin flashing blue. When pairing, remain within 3 feet of the Bluetooth device.
Using the controls on your Bluetooth device, select ITBSW423 in the Bluetooth Settings Menu to pair. If need be, refer to the user’s manual for your specific device for more information.
When successfully paired, a voice will announce, “Bluetooth is connected:and the LED indicator will turn solid blue. Audio from the connected Bluetooth device will now be heard through the speaker.
Use the controls on the connected Bluetooth device to select and play audio. Use the speaker controls or the connected Bluetooth device to play, pause, and adjust the volume level.
After initial pairing, anytime the speaker powers ON it will automatically connect to the last Bluetooth device used.
Note: If your device should become unpaired or you find it is unable to connect, press the Play button (remote), or Pair button (sound bar) to enter to Pairing Mode. A voice will announce, “Bluetooth is connecting;’ and you can connect to the speaker manually.

Note: This sound bar has a lost-function-used memory; it will resume using the last mode before it was turned OFF after it is turned ON again.

Troubleshooting

If the sound bar should become unpaired or will not connect normally, follow these steps in your device’s Bluetooth Settings Menu.

Delete the sound bar (“Forget This Device”).
Turn Bluetooth OFF, then ON again, and repeat the Initial Bluetooth Connection steps.

Aux In

Requires a 3.5mm audio cable (not included).

Connect a 3.5mm audio cable to the Aux In on the unit and the audio output/headphone jack on an audio device.
Power ON the sound bar and press Source on the sound bar or Aux on the remote to select Aux In Mode. A voice will announce the source mode and the indicator will turn green.
Use the controls on the connected device to select and play audio. Be sure the volume on your connected device is audible when you begin playing.

Connecting Devices

HDMI (ARC)

HDMI offers superior sound and picture quality when compared to other AV connection types, and is the easiest way to connect your media devices to the sound bar. Use the HDMI with Audio Return Channel (ARC) to connect to a compatible audio device with a standard HDMI cable, no stereo or optical audio cables will be needed. Note: ARC may not support surround sound (5.1) or other audio with more than two channels (2.0).

Requires a device that supports HDMI and a HDMI cable (not included).
Connect the device’s HDMI output to an HDMI input on the sound bar.
Press the Source button on the sound bar or the HDMI button on the remote to select HDMI mode.

Optical Input

Requires an audio source with an Optical Audio Output and a Digital Optical Audio Cable (included).

Using a Digital Optical Audio Cable, connect the Optical Input on the sound bar to the Optical Output on your audio source (TV, amplifier, etc.).
Power ON the sound bar and press Optical on the remote or Source on the sound bar to select Optical Mode. A voice will announce the source mode and the indicator will turn orange.
On the connected audio source (TV, amplifier, etc.), be sure the audio settings are set to PCM or Optical Audio. 4. Audio played through the connected audio source (TV, amplifier, etc.) should now be heard through the speaker.

Important tips for optical audio:

Use the correct optical audio cable and make sure that it is firmly seated in both source and sound bar sockets.
Optical audio output is activated from the audio source (a red light should be visible from the optical socket). It may be labeled SPDIF in the settings menu of the source.
The optical output source should be set to output PCM and not Dolby Digital.

Wall Mount Bracket Installation

Locate and remove the screws from the back side of the sound bar (two per side)
Using a screwdriver, attach the mounting bracket to the sound bar using the screws removed in step 1.