H-PAS PowerBar 235 - Atlantic Technology
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1. 24VDC 4A CD IRIN S2IN S3IN AN S5 IN analog SUBOUT ON OFF ol DUO MA 00 0 con a ptical L R Rear of PowerBar 235 10 Connecting Your System H PAS PowerBar 235 Figure 8 Optimum Audio Performance Method For optimum performance connect all your sources directly to the PowerBar 235 using the digital output from each source This will guarantee the highest sound quality and reduce the risk of signal loss Rear of Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Rear of DVD Player Optical cable 2 not included from Digital Audio Out to PowerBar Source 4 4 Optical Input Optical cable 1 one included from Digital Audio Out to PowerBar Source 3 3 Optical Input digital coaxial Rear of PowerBar 235 Figure 9 Mobile Device Connection via Analog mini jack Headphone jack of Mobile Device 1 8 Mini Cable not included from mobile device to PowerBar Source 1 S1 input gt Da Dm SPEECH O O Q gt 2 Ll i sins ST IN Front of PowerBar 235 Figure 10 TV Connection via Analog RCA Rear of Analog TV output to PowerBar Source 5 55 analog input Stereo RCA Cable not included from TV analog stereo Rear of PowerBar 235 24VDC 4A CO IRIN S2IN S3IN S4 IN S5 IN analog SUBOUT ON OFF e AU m digital vel B coaxial Connecting Your System E Instruction Manual Modes Surround Modes T2. once again to access the SPEECH Enhancement feature Press VOLUME UP or DOWN to toggle speech enhancement on off NOTE For SPEECH Enhancement display will read SP then On for Speech Enhancement On or SP then OF for Speech Enhancement Off 5 Repeated presses of the MODE button will cycle through the available adjustments Subwoofer Output The PowerBar 235 was designed to provide deep bass extension without requiring an additional powered subwoofer However if you want to add extra bass impact and extension the PowerBar 235 offers a Sub Out When the subwoofer is added the system automatically adjusts the frequency range sent to the front channels so the power is not wasted reproducing effects in the subwoofer region If you are using a separate subwoofer it is necessary that you turn on the Subwoofer Output Unit must be in STANDBY Press and hold Sub Out On Off button on rear of Connection Panel for 3 seconds Watch Central Display for confirmation of changes S1 means Sub On S0 means Sub is Off Front Panel Controls Disable aka Parental Lock If your PowerBar is mounted in a position where small children can reach it or if you simply don t want anybody adjusting the PowerBar from the front panel we offer a hidden Parental Lock To activate this feature first make sure that the unit is in STANDBY Then press and hold the SOURCE button on the front Control Panel and the SUB OUT ON OFF button on the rear C
3. technician to perform safety checks to determine that the products are in proper operating condition 19 This product is not intended for use outdoors CAUTION To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot insert fully CAUTION No naked flame sources such as candles should be placed on the apparatus PRODUCT DISPOSAL Cer tain international national and or local laws and or regu lations may apply regarding the disposal of this product For further detailed information please contact the retailer where you purchased this productor the Atlantic Technology Importer Distributor in your country A listing of At lantic Technology Importer Distributors can be found on the Atlantic Technology website www atlantictechnology com or by contact ing Atlantic Technology at 343 Vanderbilt Avenue Norwood MA 02062 USA Phone 781 762 6300 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 pro vide 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 instruc tions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment doe
4. 2 long self powered soundbar that deliv ers multi channel high fidelity sound for your home entertainment system It features Atlantics patented H PAS bass system which produces deep distortion free bass without the need for a subwoofer Using just two 4 woofers the H PAS PowerBar 235 reaches down to a solid 47 Hz at very high theater like SPLs for an absolutely convincing and totally satisfying sonic experience Because of its extended frequency response and dynamics the H PAS PowerBar 235 is the first soundbar where the subwoofer is truly optional You no longer have to deal with the black box on the floor This represents a quantum leap forward in both acoustic tech nology and user convenience The PowerBar 235 is powered by an on board amplifier that supplies 80 total watts RMS It also boasts sophisticated Digital Signal Processing with Dolby Digital and DTS that effectively develops a 2 3 or 5 channel expe rience for total listener immersion in the video program Dolby and DTS signals are automatically identified and selected by the system Included is a simple remote control but can also be used with most universal remotes In addition to its ground breaking bass capabilities the H PAS PowerBar 235 s digital display can be flipped to read correctly whether the unit is sitting on a table or inverted on a flat screen mount Unpacking the Speaker Use care when unpacking the speaker Remember to keep the origin
5. 235 Rotating Grille for Orientation Once you have swapped the Control Panel Label and reconfigured the dis play the last thing you will need to do is remove and rotate the grille so that the logos are in the correct orientation To do so gently pry the grille free from the cabinet starting at both ends Continue to gently pry the grill off moving towards the center of the cabinet Do not use a tool or pick as this may damage the cabinet Once the grille is free rotate and reattach Make sure to line up the grille trees with the mounting cups Press firmly until the grille is once again flush with the cabinet Figure 6 Reconfiguring unit for Control Pod on Bottom Step 1 Remove label from Front Control Panel by peeling down from the edge Step 2 Apply included inverse control panel label lt gt JGOW 2UNOS Step 3 Turn unit over Make sure unit is in STANDBY Press and hold both the UP and DOWN Volume keys at the same time until the Central Display reads UP as shown To switch orientation back simply perform this operation again Mounting E Instruction Manual Connecting Your System The PowerBar 235 offers a variety of both analog and digital audio source inputs Fach were designed for particular uses NOTE For optimum audio performance we recommend that you use a source with a digital output eith
6. 94 855 B2 H PAS is a trademark of Atlantic Technology International Corp All rights reserved Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Manufactured under license under U S Patent Nos 5 956 674 5 974 380 6 487 535 amp other U S and worldwide patents issued amp pending DTS the Symbol amp DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks amp DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc Product includes software DTS Inc All Rights Reserved The contents of this manual are Copyright 2012 by Atlantic Technology Interna tional Corp and may not be duplicated or reproduced by any means whether physical electronic or otherwise without prior written consent from Atlantic Tech nology International Corp Specifications are those in effect at the time of printing Atlantic Technology International Corp reserves the right to change specifications or designs at any time without notice without obli gation to modify existing units Warranty Instruction Manual Warranty First wed like to thank you for purchasing an Atlantic Technology product We wish you many years of enjoyment and satisfaction from it Second be aware that you don t have to send in any Warranty card to be covered by the Limited Warranty All you need to do is keep your original Invoice or Bill of Sale for proof of purchase meet
7. H PAS PowerBar 235 Amplified Soundbar with DSP Surround and H PAS Bass ser Switchable S dts m DOLBY DOLBY U Digital Surround H PAS De DIGITAL PRO LOGIC II H3B Display m2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Description What s in the Box Front Control Panel Rear Connection Panel Remote Control Placement Connecting Your System Digital Audio Inputs Analog Audio Inputs O O WO 0 OAD WPN WN _ O Modes Surround Modes Speech Enhancement Troubleshooting F A Q Advanced Operations m m m DwWRNDN Subwoofer Output eRe Oe Oo Restore Factory Defaults Remote Commands Care of Your Speaker Specifications Warranty m m m ua Rw Important Safety Instructions H PAS PowerBar 235 Amplified Soundbar Control Panel Tone Controls Speaker Placement and Home Theater Setting Display for Orientation Rotating Grille for Orientation Turning Off Your TV s Internal Speakers Front Panel Controls Disable aka Parental Lock Important Safety Instructions This product was designed and manufac tured to meet strict quality and safety stan dards There are however some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of 1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the system is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and op era
8. al box and packing material in the unlikely event the speaker needs servicing or if you move For Future Reference Record the serial number and date of purchase of the speaker here The serial number is found on the back of the enclosure Serial Number Date of Purchase What s in the Box 1 PowerBar 235 EH PAS 2 tall feet 4 short feet 1 Optical Cable CI BP ST AC Power Supply Power Supply Cable Remote Control battery included Quick Start Guide SOURCE MODE System Components Details m4 Front Control Panel H PAS PowerBar 235 Figure 1 wy TREBLE mn Pai BASS EM KO SPEECH j III MODE SOURCE EB 00 4 Power Status LED This will be green for ON condition amber for STANDBY Power Mute Button 2 When PowerBar is in STANDBY press momentarily to turn unit ON When PowerBar is ON press momentarily to toggle MUTE When PowerBar is ON press and hold to turn unit to STANDBY IR Receiver G Allows control of unit by included IR remote or Universal Remote Source 1 S1 Input 4 Front accessible 1 8 mini phono jack input for portable device such as an iPod MP3 player or mobile device Acoustic Controls Status Display G These status displays will illum
9. al clarity is very important to you Right Surround Effect Plus eft Surround Effect Plus 5E 5 channel Expanded has strong virtual surround effect and moderate vocals Many people prefer this setting when watching movies m2 Connecting Your System Troubleshooting My PowerBar 235 was responding to commands but now it isn t What should I do In this rare event simply unplug the power cord from the rear of the unit wait 10 seconds and then plug the power cord back in This should restore control The bar does not power on Ensure you have plugged the power supply into a live wall outlet Ensure that all components of the power supply are connected properly Ensure the power supply is properly connected to the bar power input Ensure that the Battery Tab has been removed from the remote No sound from the bar Check that the TV or cable box is providing a signal Check that the bar is receiving power and is turned on Turn up the volume of the bar Check the input cables to make sure they are connected securely Turn up the volume of your television or cable box t Check mute status Is the central display showing If so press the Mute button on the remote or press the Standby Mute key on the PowerBar The sound coming from the bar is distorted Check the signal source to ensure the distortion is not coming from there Audio processing see FAQ s for further informati
10. cers for angled placement Use taller feet for up or down tilt Figure 5 Wall mounting For wall mounting or mounting on a TV bracket orient the speaker with Control Pod on the bottom Side view f Use 2 of the small round rubber spacers ER to isolate the speaker Adhesive side from the wall Rubber foot PowerBar 235 rear et 16 406mm N fh G56 af 60 55 Ahs 125mm gt lt lt 9 251mm gt u u Placement Placement Setting Display for Orientation Before you begin setup of your system you must determine the orientation you want to use for your PowerBar 235 The PowerBar 235 can be oriented with the Control Pod on either the TOP or the BOTTOM of the unit The PowerBar 235 comes pre configured for use with the Control Pod on Top If are planning to use the PowerBar on a shelf or cabinet or wall mounted above a TV this is the orientation you will use If you plan to mount your PowerBar on the wall or bracket underneath a TV you may need to set your orientation for the Control Pod on the BOT TOM See Figure 6 below NOTE It is important that the unit be set for correct orientation Doing so is essential for display to operate properly and to keep cor rect Left to Right speaker orientation H PAS PowerBar
11. eement that entitles you to additional coverage against defects in workmanship and manufacturing for a period of up to 5 years on passive speakers and up to 1 year on powered speakers including subwoof ers This coverage is in addition to the 90 Day Limited Warranty included with all Atlantic Technology products If you are not able to register your product using the internet please call customer service at 781 762 6300 Limited Warranty Statement of Warranty Atlantic Technology International Corp warrants Atlantic Technology Products to be free from defects in material and work manship for 90 days from the time of original purchase This Warranty covers the original retail purchaser of this product only and is valid only in the Continental United States Alaska and Hawaii and all US Possessions Extended Service Agreement only available in the Continental United States Alaska and Hawaii and all US Possessions You must complete the Extended Service Agreement application and meet all of the purchase criteria stated on that application to receive an Extended Service Agreement that covers your Atlantic Technology products well beyond the standard 90 day Warranty To obtain Warranty service Please contact your local Atlantic Tech nology reseller to determine if they are an Authorized Repair Center for Atlantic Technology products You will need your original Invoice or Bill of Sale to prove Warranty eligibility If your local deale
12. er optical Toslink or coaxial connected directly to the PowerBar It is particularly important to directly connect digital A V sources such as DVD players and cable boxes as routing through a TV may cause loss of the multi channel encoding used to generate DTS and Dolby Digital Digital Audio Inputs The Powerbar offers three digital inputs A digital coaxial RCA audio input for Source 2 S2 and optical Toslink audio inputs for Sources 3 and 4 S3 and 4 There is no audible benefit of one connection over the other Differ ent source components simply have different types of output connections See Figures 7 and 8 for connection diagrams Analog Audio Inputs The PowerBar offers two analog inputs The mini jack analog audio connec tion for Source Input 1 S1 on the front of the unit is designed for quick and easy connection of a portable audio device such as a mobile phone iPod or MP3 player See pg 10 for diagrams The stereo RCA analog audio connection for Source Input 5 S5 on the rear of the unit are designed for audio sources which don t have digital audio outputs See pg 10 for diagrams NOTE When using an analog input the additional channels required for multi channel output will be interpolated by the DSP Digital Sig nal Processor in the PowerBar Turning Off Your TV s Internal Speakers We recommend that you turn off your TV s internal speakers Its impossible to give specific instructions on how to turn off
13. his product was designed to take advantage of today s advanced digital sound recordings The system automatically detects both DTS and Dolby soundtracks and processes the signal using sophisticated Digital Signal Processing DSP You have a choice of 4 modes for listening As you cycle through the Modes the central display will show the current mode for a brief period Speech Enhancement Mode The PowerBar 235 has a special Speech Enhancement Mode When engaged the DSP boosts the frequency range where human voices are reproduced and directs more of those frequencies to the front center image This effect gives you the ability to boost the intelligibility of speech in situations where there is a lot of background noise such as those generated by a running air conditioner or dishwasher NOTE Although Speech Enhancement can be engaged in all Sur round Modes it is more effective the less surround effect you use It is most effective in 2 Channel and least effective in 5 Channel Expanded Figure 11 Surround Modes 2C 2 channel mode is like a traditional stereo music system optimized for pure audio accuracy Front Left Right Center IN Lo Left Surround Right Surround 5C 5 channel mode has moderate virtual surround effect and moderate vocals Most people prefer this setting for most pro gram material 3C 3 channel mode has no virtual surround effects and strong vocals Use this setting if voc
14. inate when adjusting TREBLE or BASS or when SPEECH ENHANCEMENT is on Use the remote to make these adjustments For adjustment of these controls from Front Control Panel see Advanced Operation on pg 13 Central Display This 2 character display offers feedback on various operations including volume source selection 7 Mode Button Momentarily press to cycle through various surround modes See page 11 for details on surround modes Also used to adjust Tone Controls see pg 13 Source Button Momentarily press to cycle through different Sources Central Dis play will confirm source by temporarily displaying selected source S1 through S5 9 Volume Up Down Buttons Press to adjust volume Max volume is 30 Also used to adjust Tone Controls see pg 13 System Components Details gt E Instruction Manual Rear Connection Panel Figure 2 IRIN S2 IN S3 IN S4 IN S5 IN analog BEET 00000 00 Power Input 24Volt DC 4Amp input for power Use only with appropriate power supply Rear IR Receiver This rear facing IR window is designed for the application of an adhesive IR flasher emitter Flasher not included Source 2 S2 Input Digital Coaxial Audio Input For sources with Coaxial RCA style digital outputs Source 3 S3 Input First of two Digital Optical Audio Inputs For sources with O
15. ing surface and serve to angle the speaker up or down if needed See Figure 4 You may also simply mount the speaker to the wall using the built in key hole brackets or attach it to a suitably equipped articulating flat panel TV wall mount via the threaded inserts on the rear panel of the PowerBar 235 See Figure 5 CAUTION Because of the high quality components used the PowerBar 235 speaker is very heavy for its size and care must be used when hanging it Be sure to use a strong screw to drive into the wall one whose head and shaft will fit properly within the keyhole opening and slot Also be sure to drive the screw directly into a stud or to use a mounting device such a molly bolt that is capable of safely holding the speaker s weight Never simply drive a nail or screw into sheet rock or other wall materials as this mount ing method may not be sufficient to safely support the weight of the speaker NOTE Always consult a knowledgeable installer regarding the proper mounting hardware to use with your speakers Mounting the speaker safely and securely is the responsibility of the owner Figure 4 Cabinet or shelf mounting For cabinet or shelf mount ing orient the speaker with Control Pod on the top Side view fs Use the 4 Small round rubber spacers for level placement Adhesive side Rubber feet Use the 2 large rect angular feet with 2 of the small round rubber spa
16. it into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug 1 Power Cord Protection Power supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against it paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliances 12 Lightning Unplug the product from the wall outlet for added protection during a lightning storm or when it is left un attended and unused for long periods of time This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 13 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 14 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on this product 15 Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous volt age or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 16 Damage Requiring Service Unplug thi
17. o gently pry the grill off moving towards the center of the cabinet Do not use a tool or pick as this may damage the cabinet Avoid placing your speakers in direct sunlight or near a source of heat that may over time damage the finish IMPORTANT SAVE YOUR BOX f you can do so save the carton packing pieces and plastic bags that came with your speaker They will be useful in case you move or have to ship your loudspeaker for any reason In any case save all packing materials until you are cer tain that the system has suffered no damage in shipment If you find such damage either visible or internal contact your dealer immedi ately H PAS PowerBar 235 Specifications Specifications H PAS PowerBar 235 Type Powered 2 3 5 channel soundbar Inputs rear panel 2 Toslink optical connectors 1 Digital co ax 1 analog L R Inputs front panel 1 analog mini jack for iPod MP3 etc Drivers 2 4 woofers 2 34 tweeters 47H2 20kHz 3dB 4kHz 4234 x 5 x 6 2 1086 x 140 x 166mm Frequency Response Crossover frequency Dimensions W x H x D Weight 20lbs 1lb with power supply Power Requirements 24VDC 4 0A by supplied AC adapter AC Adapter 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 100W Max Remote Control Battery CR2025 Atlantic Technology and the Atlantic Technology logo are a registered trademarks of Atlantic Technology International Corp U S Patent 8 0
18. on there may be audio processing occurring prior to reaching the bar Disable this processing H PAS PowerBar 235 F A Q My TV does not have a digital output How do I connect my audio You have several options for connecting your audio Use the optical or coaxial digital output of your cable satellite box and connect directly to the PowerBar 235 Use the headphone output of your TV and connect directly to the PowerBar 235 using a 1 8 3 5mm stereo phono cable to Stereo RCA cable not provided Use the RCA audio outputs white red pair on your TV and connect directly to the PowerBar 235 using a stereo RCA cable not provided What if my provided optical cable is too short We did our best to provide an adequate sized cable however there might be a few setup instances in which the cable may be too short If that is your situation your local electronics store will have cables that meet your required length My audio sounds strange and distorted Your PowerBar 235 requires a clean unaltered signal for proper audio per formance If the sound from your PowerBar 235 is strange or distorted then check the audio menus of whatever source s are connected to your Power Bar 235 and make sure any audio processing is turned off The best results will be attained by using one of the PowerBar 235 s digital inputs If given the option choose either the DTS or the Dolby Digital signal on your source equipment for optimum perf
19. onnection Panel simultaneously The Central Display will confirm the change as follows Fd means Front Disabled FE means Front Enabled Restore Factory Defaults To reset all setting to factory default Press and hold the following 3 keys simultaneously for 5 seconds SOURCE VOLUME UP VOLUME DOWN Remote Commands This is a complete list of remote codes that can be used to control the Pow erBar 235 These codes may be used by custom integrators to allow more advanced integrated systems remotes to control the PowerBar 235 This list includes discrete codes for many functions not available on the standard system remote or universal remote controls NOTE The code structure is NEC type custom code 40H 40H PowerBar 235 Command Power on off toggle Power on CC C C CC C C C Ho Em meot o a men N Ende a jscmode j3cmode fe j2cmode fee nn cn a oo vee fet KE ET SE 7 Volume fe mtetogde o 3 fm Tees o 1 EC 3 mj 14 Advanced Operations Care of Your Speaker Clean your cabinet using a soft lint free cloth If you wish you can slightly moisten the cloth with plain water Do not use any other cleaning agents or chemicals Be careful not to get any water on the driver cones or tweeter domes After carefully removing the grilles from the speaker gently clean them with a very slightly damp lint free cloth To do so gently pry the grille free from the cabinet starting at both ends Continue t
20. ormance How do control the PowerBar 235 There are three ways to control your PowerBar 235 Use the buttons on the front of the bar Use the provided remote control Program your existing remote to control the PowerBar 235 To contact Customer Service If you have a question or comment please call or email us Call Atlantic Technology Customer Service 781 762 6300 M F 9 5 EST or via email customerservice atlantictechnology com Surround Modes Instruction Manual Advanced Operations We recommend that you adjust your tone controls via remote from your lis tening position However you can access all tone controls Speech Enhance ment and Mute from the front of the Powerbar That way in the event you lose your remote you can still access every command There are also other optional features that can be accessed using the Control Panel buttons Control Panel Tone Controls For all adjustments the Central Display will show the level of adjustment To adjust Tone Controls from the front of the PowerBar unit 1 Press and hold the MODE button on the Control Panel until the word TREBLE illuminates 2 Release the MODE button and use the VOLUME UP and VOLUME DOWN keys to adjust 3 Press the MODE button again to access BASS Controls and adjust in a similar manner NOTE For BASS and TREBLE adjustments tone can be adjusted from 8 8dB to 8 8dB where O represents flat 4 Press the MODE button
21. ptical Toslink style digital outputs 6 Source 4 S4 Input Second of two Digital Optical Audio Inputs For sources with Opti cal Toslink style digital outputs 6 Source 5 S5 Input Analog Stereo Audio Input For sources without digital outputs Sub Out Analog LFE audio output for connection to an optional subwoofer 8 8 Sub Out On Off Button Button toggles Sub Out On Off When unit is in STANDBY press and hold to turn Sub On display will read S1 or Sub Off dis play will read S0 6 System Components Details H PAS PowerBar 235 Remote Control The PB 235 has 3 options for working with remote controls Multi device remote controls that are pre programmed to be used with many devices such as ones provided by many cable or satellite TV providers If your multi device remote control has the ability to control an audio receiver then it will most likely allow you to operate the basic functions of the PB 235 Simply follow the instructions for the remote control and use the code provided for Marantz receivers The functions accessible are On Off Mute Volume Up Down The dedicated remote control provided with your system Universal remote controls We have provided the source code required for programming many universal remote controls this may need to be programmed by a professional custom installer Figure 3 4 A Power Button 6 Mute Button Press
22. r is not an Authorized Warranty Center you may contact us at 781 762 6300 for further help or to send the product back to us for service and repair You must first get a Return Authorization Number from us to ship the product back so it is imperative that you call us first What we are responsible for We will pay for all labor and parts for cov ered items If the repairs are eligible for coverage under the terms of this Warranty we will also pay for return shipping charges to you What you are responsible for You must pack the product properly for safe shipping to your Authorized Dealer or us You are responsible to pay for all packing shipping and insurance costs to get the unit s back to Atlantic Technology or your Authorized Dealer Optional replacement We at our option may replace rather than repair your Atlantic Technology product with a new or reconditioned one of the same or similar design The repair or replacement will be warranted for 90 days from date of receipt back to you All details in terms of eligibility for an Extended Service Agreement will carry over from the original pur chase to the replacement item What this Warranty does not cover This Warranty does not cover defects resulting from accidents damage while in transit alterations unauthorized repair failure to follow instructions misuse fire flood and Acts of God This Warranty will be void if the product s serial number has been altered or removed or if
23. s cause harmful interference to radio or televi sion 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 an tenna 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 technician for help Component Description 3m Instruction Manual H PAS PowerBar 235 Amplified Soundbar Introduction Thank you for choosing Atlantic Technology products Your new speaker components are precision crafted to give you years of enjoyable trouble free service This manual covers the Atlantic Technology PowerBar 235 speaker system This speaker can be used with all current and past sound formats including Stereo Dolby Surround Pro Logic II Dolby Digital 7 1 and 5 1 Dolby Digital EX DTS DTS ES DTS ES Discrete DTS Neo 6 DVD Audio and SACD Audio IMPORTANT Although it may seem like asking for driving directions please take a few moments to read all of this booklet It has many helpful tips and ideas on properly setting up and using your system We promise that if you take the time to read and follow these tips you ll get better system performance and more enjoyment Description The H PAS PowerBar 235 is a 4
24. s product from wall outlets and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally by following the operat ing instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an im proper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation o If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 17 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that the parts have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitu tions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards H PAS PowerBar 235 if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type CR2025 WARNING Do not expose batteries or battery pack to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like CAUTION Danger of EXPLOSION 18 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service
25. the product has been modified or defaced Exclusions and Limitations Implied warranties including those of fit ness for a particular purpose and merchantability an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use are limited to the period of any Warranty granted hereby We will not pay for loss of time inconvenience loss of use or property damage caused by your Atlantic Technology prod uct or its failure to work or any other incidental or consequential damages State law rights Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This Warranty is valid only when Atlantic Technology products are pur chased from an Authorized Atlantic Technology Reseller in the Conti nental United States Alaska and Hawaii and all US Possessions If you purchase Atlantic Technology products outside the United States please consult your local distributor or reseller for applicable Warranty coverage and restrictions 5 Atlantic TECHNOLOGY 343 Vanderbilt Avenue Norwood MA 02062 781 762 6300 www atlantictechnology com 015 1235
26. the speakers for every TV but here is a way to do it that covers many of the TVs out there 1 On your TV remote control find a menu or setup button 2 Press this button You should see an on screen menu 3 Next look for an option to control audio functions and select it 4 The setting to turn off your TV s internal speakers should be here Power Supply A separate power supply and power supply cable has been included with your system After the audio connections have been made connect the cable from the power supply to the 24VDC jack in the rear of the powerbar Then connect the power supply cable to power supply and plug the cord into an active outlet NOTE The power supply provided is capable of working with volt ages from 100 240 volts Figure 7 Simplest Connection Method The simplest method to connect your PowerBar 235 is from the digital output on your TV This would allow the sources to be switched at the TV Unfortunately many TV manufactures down convert their digital output signal and this removes the DTS and Dolby encoding used to generate detailed multi channels Although your system will function you will not receive the full impact provided by using DTS and Dolby encoded signal Please consult the instruction manual for your TV or contact the manufacturer before using Rear of TV Optical cable included from TV Digital Audio Out to PowerBar Source 3 3 Optical Input
27. the stated requirements and follow the instructions listed within that Warranty Please attach your Original Invoice or Bill of Sale to this manual as proof of purchase and keep them in a safe place VERY IMPORTANT NOTE PLEASE NOTE THAT ATLANTIC TECHNOL OGY PRODUCTS CARRY ONLY A 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY YOU MUST MEET ALL THE BELOW REQUIREMENTS AND REGISTER ONLINE IN ORDER TO BE COVERED BY THE FREE EXTENDED SERVICE AGREE MENT TO ASSURE EXTENDED FREE PROTECTION Free Extended Service Agreement Atlantic Technology offers a free Extended Service Agreement that provides enhanced protection against product defects In order to qualify for the free Extended Service Agreement you must 1 Have purchased your Atlantic Technology products from an Authorized Atlantic Technology Reseller or Installer 2 Go to www atlantictechnology com and click on Support gt Register Your Warranty Fill out the required information Be sure to have your home address name address and invoice from the business you purchased and the serial numbers of all Atlantic Technology products purchased THIS MUST BE DONE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE 3 Ifyou purchased multiple Atlantic Technology products you will be able to enter them all using one online form Model and Serial numbers can be found on the back of each unit and on the outside of their respective boxes Once all the criteria have been met you will receive by return email a free Extended Service Agr
28. ting instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliances and in the operating instruc tions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed 5 Cleaning Unplug the appliance from wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 6 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufac turer as they may cause hazards 7 Water and Moisture Do not use these appliances near water for example near a bath tub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 8 Accessories Do not place these appli ances on an unstable stand bracket or table The products may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the products Any mounting of the appliances should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use mounting accessories recommended by the manufacturer 9 Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking labels If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appli ance dealer or local power company 10 Grounding or Polarization This prod uct may be equipped with polarized alternating current line plugs plugs having one blade wider than the other This plug will f
29. to toggle PowerBar between ON and STANDBY Mutes audio output Press to toggle mute on off Source Button 7 Speech Enhancement Button Press to cycle through different Sources Press to toggle Speech Enhancement on off Speech Enhancement circuit adjusts audio to increase intelligibility in environments with Bass Adjustment Buttons excessive background noise Press buttons to adjust Bass output incrementally up or down Maximum adjustment of 8dB in 1dB increments Treble Adjustment Buttons Press buttons to adjust Treble output incrementally up or down Maxi mum adjustment of 8dB in 1dB increments Volume Buttons Press buttons to adjust volume up or down Max volume is 30 Mode Button 9 Battery Tab Momentarily press to cycle through various surround modes See This clear plastic tab must be removed to allow remote to operate Pull page 11 for details on surround modes tab from remote and discard oo Placement Instruction Manual Placement Speaker Placement and Home Theater Remember that the primary goal ofa good home theater is not to make you believe that you are in a movie theater It s to make you believe youre in the movie For a home theater system place the PowerBar 235 speaker either above or below your flat screen display centered horizontally The PowerBar 235 can be used as a set top or shelf mounted speaker Self adhesive rubber feet are included to prevent vibration protect the mount
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