CREATIVE Stage SE Under-Monitor Soundbar with Bluetooth and USB Digital Audio User Guide

Under-monitor Soundbar With Bluetooth®
And USB Digital Audio

QUICK START GUIDE

OVERVIEW

1. Volume Control Knob
2. LED Indicator
3. Multifunction Button (Power, Source Selection, Bluetooth® )
4. DC-in Power Port
5. USB-A Port (For Firmware Updates Only)
6. USB-C Port (For USB Audio Playback)

CONTROLS

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Note: Creative Stage SE will automatically initiate Bluetooth pairing when it’s powered on and the source input is switched to Bluetooth. By default, the soundbar’s source  input is USB audio. The soundbar will remain in the last used source input subsequently.

Blinking LED
(Source Color)| Volume Adjustment

CONNECTIVITY

IR REMOTE CONTROL

A Power Button
Press once to turn on the soundbar.
Press once again to turn it off.
B Input Selection Button
Press once to switch between USB Audio mode and Bluetooth mode.
Press and hold for 2s to initiate Bluetooth pairing mode.
C Mute Button
Press once to mute the soundbar.
Press once again to unmute.
D Volume + Button
Press once to increase volume.
Press and hold to incrementally increase volume.
E Volume – Button
Press once to decrease volume.
Press and hold to incrementally decrease volume.
F Play / Pause Button
Press once to play / pause audio playback.
G Previous Track Button
Press once to return to previous track.
H Next Track Button
Press once to skip to next track.
I Tone – Button
Press to increase audio warmth, this will increase the prominence of bass reproduction and vocals.
J Tone + Button
Press to increase audio brilliance, this will increase the prominence of high and upper mid frequencies, making the audio crisper.
K Surround Button
Press once to activate Surround mode.
Press once again to turn it off.
L Dialog Button
Press once to activate Dialog Plus mode.
Press once again to turn it off.
M Reset Button
Press once to revert all changes made, including
Tone, Surround, and Dialog settings.

INTERCHANGEABLE AC PLUGS

Creative Stage SE features a power adapter with interchangeable AC plugs, suitable for use in multiple regions. Refer to the instructions below for more information.
Replacing Interchangeable AC Plugs

i) Place the AC plug on the power adapter, then  push it down and turn clockwise direction to lock it| ii) Press to release the AC plug from its attachment| iii) To replace or reattach the AC plug, refer to the initial steps given

Note: Interchangeable AC plug(s) are bundled based on the requirements in their respective countries and are suitable for use in regions using the same AC plugs.

EU / Singapore* (Model DE-1)| UK / Hong Kong / Saudi Arabia / UAE / Malaysia| Korea (Model KC)

USA / Canada / Japan / Taiwan| Australia| China

MASTER RESET

Press and hold the Multifunction button for 8s to perform a Master Reset. Upon completion, a voice prompt will trigger with the prompt “Reset To Factory Default” and the soundbar will revert to its default state. Master Reset is reserved for cases where users encounter issues while the soundbar is in use or during situations such as: Bluetooth Pairing failure, random LED blinks, or to reset all data.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output: 12W RMS x 2
Total System Peak Power: 48W
Frequency Range: 50–20,000 Hz
SNR: ≥ 85 dB
Operating Frequency: 2402–2480 MHz
Operating Range: Up to 10m / 33 ft, measured in open space. Walls and structures may affect range of device
Maximum RF Output Power: 7 dBm
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5.3”
Supported Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio / Video Remote Control Profile)
Supported Codec: SBC
Soundbar Input Rating: 15V 2.0A
Max Operating Temperature: 45°C
Power Adapter Model: GJ30WD-1500200DP
Input: 100–240V~, 50/60 Hz 0.8A
Output: 15V 2.0A, 30.0W
For CS (China)-
2400-2483.5 MHz
Note: Compliance marking are located at the bottom of this product

SAFETY & REGULATORY INFORMATION

The following sections contain notices for various countries.
CAUTION:
This product is intended for use with FCC/CE certified computer equipment. Please check the equipment operating/installation manual and/or with the equipment  manufacturer to verify/confirm if your equipment is suitable prior to the installation or use of the product.

Notice for USA
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
FCC Part 15: 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 no installed and used in accordance with 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 to 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.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: To comply with the limits of the Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device must be installed with computer equipment certified to  comply with Class B limits.
All cables used to connect to the computer and peripherals must be shielded and grounded.
Operation with non-certified computers or non-shielded cables may result in interference to radio or television reception.
MODIFICATION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies 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 and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in  conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Creative Stage Air V3 (MF8410) Additional Safety and Regulatory information

Notice for Canada
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation  is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

To comply with RSS 102 RF exposure compliance requirements, a separation distance of at least 20cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and all persons.
MODIFICATION: Any changes or modification not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user’s authority to operate the device.

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