Kogan 2.1 Detachable Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - (KASBR21DETA) - Manual

Safety & Warnings

• Read all instructions before using the appliance and retain for reference.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Do not use outside of indoor household use as described in this manual.
• Protect from moisture: Do not expose this equipment, the power supply cord and plug to rain or moisture. Do not use it anywhere near water or where water splashes or drips, such as in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• Voltage: Before connecting this equipment to the mains power supply, make sure your outlet voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the appliance rating label.
• Mains power connection: When connecting this equipment to the mains power supply, only use the cord and plug supplied. Align the plug properly and insert it fully. Do not overload the power outlet.
• Damaged cord: When the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced Kogan.com in order to avoid a hazard.
• Protect the power cord: Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or touch any hot surface. Do not allow anything to rest on or roll over the power cord. Run any cords so no one steps on or trips over them. Do not run the cord near heat-producing appliances such as radiators or stoves.
• Disconnect: Switch off and unplug the unit during lightning storms, and when it is not going to be used for a while. Grasp the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting.
• Disconnect device: This equipment must be unplugged for complete disconnection from the mains power supply. Ensure the mains plug remains readily accessible for disconnection.
• Class II equipment: This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.
• Do not allow the power cord to be exposed to water, heat, direct sunlight or overhang where it can be pulled or otherwise be damaged or pose a hazard.
• Location: When using the equipment, make sure to place it:
  
  • In a well-ventilated area, keeping a clearance of at least 20cm above and 5cm on each side of the unit to ensure proper ventilation.
  • Away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Away from areas with high temperatures, high humidity or direct sunlight.
  • Away from excess dirt and dust.
  • Away from open windows and any place where water or metal objects may get into the equipment and damage it.
  • Away from strong magnetic fields.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. Use of the soundbar with accessories that are not recommended in this manual may cause injury or damage and will void the warranty.
• Prevent metal objects falling onto the equipment. Do not place heavy objects on top of the equipment or step on it. Do not place objects filled with water (such as vases), or naked flame sources (such as candles), on or near the equipment. If liquid or metal parts enter the system,
  unplug the power cable immediately and contact Kogan.com.
• Openings on the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to protect the unit from overheating. To ensure proper operation, do not cover them with things such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains etc.
• Unplug the equipment from the power outlet before cleaning. Clean the equipment only with a clean, dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners or volatile solvents.
• Note: Any mishandling or non-compliance with these instructions will void the product's warranty.
• This appliance contains no user-serviceable parts. If it suffers any failure or damage, cease usage and contact Kogan Support after consulting the Troubleshooting section of this manual.

Battery Precautions

• Do not use any other battery than specified.
• There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. Doing so could cause batteries to short-circuit, leak or explode.
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, etc..
• Do not attempt to short-circuit, disassemble or throw batteries into a fire.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a rechargeable type. 

 

Warning - Keep Batteries Out of Reach of Children

• Swallowing may lead to serious injury in as little as 2 hours or death, due to chemical burns and potential perforation of the oesophagus.
• If you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery immediately call the 24-hour Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 for fast, expert advice.
• Examine devices and make sure the battery compartment is correctly secured, e.g. that the screw or other mechanical fastener is tightened. Do not use if the compartment is not secure.
• Dispose of used button batteries immediately and safely. Flat batteries can still be dangerous.
• Tell others about the risk associated with button batteries and how to keep their children safe.

Attention

Please handle this product with care and inspect it regularly to ensure it is in good working order. If the product, power supply cord or plug shows any signs of damage: stop use, unplug and contact Kogan.com support.

Overview

1. NFC (Near Field Communication) Sensor

2. Speakers

3. Power button / Mode 

Press to turn on. Press to select your preferred input source. Press and hold to put it in Standby mode.

4. PAIR / Play/Pause

Press to pair your Bluetooth device. Press to select the play or pause function(in Bluetooth/USB mode only)

5. LED Indicators

• Red indicator: in STANDBY mode
• White indicator flashing: in AUX mode
• Orange indicator lights up: in OPTICAL mode
• Orange indicator flashing: in USB mode
• White indicator illuminated: in HDMI(ARC) mode
• Blue indicator flashing: Bluetooth mode
• Blue indicator lights: in Bluetooth pairing mode
• Indicator flashes: volume adjustment / EQ set

6. Volume up/down Increase/decrease volume, next/previous (Bluetooth/USB mode)

7. Remote control sensor

8. Remote control

9. AUX in port

10. Optical S/PDIF port

11. AC power input

12. HDMI (ARC) port

13. USB port

Specifications

AC adapter: input power rating	AC 100-240V 50/60HZ
AC adapter: output power rating	DC 19V 1.5A
Soundbar: input power rating	AC 110-240V 50/60HZ
Soundbar: standby power consumption	< 0.5W
Subwoofer: power consumption	100W RMS
Remote control operation range distance, angle	3M, 30°
Soundbar& Subwoofer operation range-distance	6M
Bluetooth pairing operation range distance	8M
Soundbar: Rated power output	20W/Ch. x2,8 ohm,THD=10%
Subwoofer: Rated power output	60W, 4 ohms, THD=10%
S/N Ratio (Analogue Input)	65dB
Separation(lkHz)	65dB
Bluetooth pairing name	KASBR21DETA
Bluetooth pairing password	0000
Bluetooth version	4.2
Bluetooth profiles	A2DP(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) A2DP( Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
USB power rating	5V 0.5a
Media codecs supported in USB mode	Mp3
Distance between 2 wall mounting points	730mm
Dimensions (WxHxD) - Soundbar	86.5 x 6.0 x 6.0cm (horizontal mounting) 45 x 12.8 x 12.8cm (stand mounting)
Dimensions (WxHxD) - Sub-woofer	47cmx14.1cmx26cm
Weight - Soundbar	1.51kg
Weight - Subwoofer	3.59kg

Operation

HDMI (ARC) / AUX / Optical

Ensure that the unit is connected to a TV or audio device.

• While in ON mode, press the MODE button repeatedly on the unit or on the remote control to select HDMI (ARC), AUX or Optical mode.
• Operate your audio device directly for playback features.
• Press the VOL +/- button to adjust the volume to your desired level.

Tip: When in optical mode, if there is no sound is coming out of the unit and the orange light is flashing quickly, check to ensure the audio setting of your source player (e.g. DVD player, game player, TV, etc.) is set to PCM with optical output.

Bluetooth

You can listen to tracks from a media device if connected to the unit via Bluetooth. The first time you connect your Bluetooth device to this player, you will need to pair your device to this player.

1. During ON mode, press the MODE button repeatedly on the unit or the remote control to select Bluetooth mode. The indicator will flash slowly, indicating that the system has entered pairing mode.
2. Activate your Bluetooth enabled device and search.“KASBR21DETA" will appear on your Bluetooth device list.
3. Select “KASBR21DETA” from the pairing list. The indicator will light up solidly to indicate successful pairing.
4. To disconnect Bluetooth, switch to another function on the unit or disable the function from your Bluetooth enabled device. The indicator will flash slowly to indicate no paired device.

Note:

• The operational range between this player and Bluetooth device is approximately 8m (without any object between the Bluetooth enabled device and the unit). Any obstacle between the devices can reduce the operational range.
• Before you connect a Bluetooth enabled device to this unit, ensure you know the device's capabilities. Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not guaranteed.
• If the signal strength is weak, your Bluetooth receiver may disconnect, but it will reenter pairing mode automatically.

Note:

• If no other Bluetooth device pairs with this player within two minutes, the player will recover its previous connection.
• The player will also be disconnected when your device is moved beyond the operational range.
• If you want to reconnect your device to this player, place it within the connection range.
• If the connection is lost when the device is brought back within connection range, follow the instructions above to pair your device to the player again.
• To stream audio via Bluetooth wireless technology, the playback device should support A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
• To use the play back buttons (Previous /Next, Vol+/-. Play/Pause) on the remote control, the play back device should support AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile).

NFC (Near Field Communication)

Pair your NFC enabled mobile device directly with this unit with just a single tap.

1. Activate NFC on your mobile device.
2. Switch the soundbar to Bluetooth mode.
3. Tap the mobile device on the NFC icon of the unit.
4. Confirm the Bluetooth connection.
5. To disconnect, tap the mobile device on the NFC icon of the unit to disconnect or disable NFC from your mobile device.

NOTE: This NFC function only works with mobile devices that support NFC technology.

TIPS: Some NFC enabled mobile devices cannot pair directly with the unit via NFC. In such a case, please try either one of the solutions below:

• Download the App “Tap-and-Pair” from Google Play Store (https://play.google.com) and install.
• Pair with the unit manually first, then touch again on the NFC sensing area.

Remote

1	Power	5	Play/pause (Bluetooth/USB)
2	MUTE	6	Replay single or all tracks
3	Volume up/down	7	MODE: Select input source
4	Next/previous track (Bluetooth/USB)	8	EQ: Select preset sound profile

Remote Control Battery

• The remote control comes with a CR2025 3V button cell pre-installed.

To activate the battery and use the remote control, you will first need to pull out the plastic tab which separates the battery from the contacts inside the battery compartment.

To replace the battery, push in the tab and pull out the battery tray.

(IMPORTANT: SEE BATTERY PRECAUTIONS SECTION OF SAFETY & WARNINGS)

Remove the old battery and insert a fresh CR2025 battery with the + indicator facing upwards. Then reinsert the battery tray.

Using the remote control

• The remote control has a range of up to 3 metres from the soundbar. Point the remote control directly towards the sensor at the front of the soundbar.
• Make sure no obstacles are blocking its path. The remote control will not operate if its path is blocked.
• Handle the remote control with care. Do not drop, apply shock or step on the remote control. Do not spill water on the unit.
• Do not use the remote control while simultaneously operating a remote control unit of any another unit, which may result in interference.
• If the remote control is operated near other products which generate infra-red rays, or if other remote control devices using infra-red rays are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly. Conversely, the other products may operate incorrectly.
• If you do not intend to use the remote control for an extended period of time (more than a month), remove the battery to prevent possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Dispose of batteries promptly and properly.

Controls and Connections

1. Power

Use the supplied RCA to 3.5mm audio cable to connect the TV’s audio output sockets to the AUX socket on the unit

2. Optical

Remove the protective cap from the OPTICAL socket and connect an OPTICAL cable (not included) from the TV’S OPTICAL OUT socket and the OPTICAL socket on the unit.
TIP: If no sound is coming out of the soundbar and the indicator light is flashing quickly, make sure the audio setting of your source player,(e.g DVD player, game player, TV) is set to PCM with optical output.

3. HDMI (ARC)

The ARC (Audio Return Channel) function allows you to send audio input from an ARC-compliant TV to an ARC-compliant audio device (e.g. soundbar)without the need for an additional audio cable connection. To enjoy the ARC function, Make sure the soundbar main unit’s HDMI(ARC) socket is connected via HDMI cable (not included) to the HDMI(ARC) socket of your ARC-compliant TV. Then just use your TV remote control to adjust the volume output(VOL+/-and MUTE)of the connected audio device.

NOTE:

• Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC, and the HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set to On.
• The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ depending on the TV For. details about ARC function, please refer to the TV's instruction manual.
• Make sure the HDMI cable you use can support the ARC function.
• HDMI-CEC will be called different names by different manufacturers. Please refer to your TV's instruction manual for details on setting up HDMI-CEC and ARC.

USB port

• This soundbar can play audio files that are stored on a USB stick. Connect your USB stick (not included) to the USB socket for playback.

Power connection

• Before connecting the AC adapter, ensure you have completed all other connections.
• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the AC adapter.
• Connect the adapter to the main unit and a mains socket.

Wireless Sub-woofer

Pair Indicator: Solid light when pairing is successful.
Pair Button: Connect to the main unit.
Power cord: Connect to power.

Pairing the Wireless Sub-woofer with the Main Unit

Automatic Pairing

The subwoofer and soundbar will automatically pair when both units are plugged into the mains sockets and turned on. No cable is needed for connecting the two units.

• When the subwoofer is pairing with the main unit, the Pair Indicator will flash quickly.
• When the subwoofer is paired with the main unit, the Pair Indicator will light up

NOTE:

• Do not press the Pair button on the rear of the subwoofer, except for manual pairing.
• If the automatic pairing fails, pair the subwoofer with the main unit manually.

Manual Pairing

1. Ensure that all the cables are connected and both the Soundbar and Subwoofer are on.
2. Press and hold the PAIR buttons on the back of the soundbar and the subwoofer for 2 seconds to clear the pairing status, and the subwoofer's Pair Indicator will blink quickly.
3. Press the PAIR button on the back of the soundbar and the soundbar will auto-search for the subwoofer.
4. Once the soundbar and subwoofer are successfully paired, the subwoofer Pair Indicator LED will illuminate.

NOTE:

• If the pair indicator LED blinks, it indicates that the connection has failed. Unplug the cable of the subwoofer and reconnect after 3 mins. Repeat steps 1-4.

NOTE:

• If the wireless connection fails again, check if there is conflict or strong interference (for example, interference from an electronic device) around your location. Remove these conflicts or strong interferences and repeat the above procedures.
• The subwoofer should be within 6m of the soundbar in an open area.
• If a TV or an external device is connected, the main unit and the subwoofer will switch on automatically when the TV or the external device is switched on.
• If the main unit is not connected with the subwoofer and it is in On mode, the POWER Indicator will flash. Follow steps 1- 4 above to pair the subwoofer to the main unit.

Installation

This unit can be used either as a single soundbar or as 2-piece tube speakers. Three installation options are pictured below:

Stand Mounting (Option A)

Attach a stand to each separate speaker and twist to secure as illustrated below.

Horizontal Mounting (Option B)

Attach a stand to each separate speaker and twist to secure as illustrated below. The supplied rubber feet can be attached to elevate the unit.

• Ensure the surface of the soundbar is clean prior to attaching the rubber feet.
• Turn the unit upside down.
• Remove the backing paper from the rubber feet.
• Stick the rubber feet to the bottom of the unit as illustrated below.

Troubleshooting

Issue	Steps to resolve
No power	Ensure that the AC adapter is properly connected.
	Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
	Press the POWER button to turn the unit on.
Remote control not working	Reduce the distance between the remote control and the unit.
	Insert the battery with its polarities (+/-) aligned as indicated. Please check the battery is installed correctly (see Remote section).
	Replace the battery (IMPORTANT: see Warnings in Battery section)
	Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the unit.
No response from unit	Disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter, then turn the unit on again.
Unable to find soundbar in Bluetooth device list	Ensure you have paired the unit with your Bluetooth enabled device.
	Ensure the Bluetooth function is activated on your Bluetooth enabled device.
No connection between main unit and subwoofer	Ensure the main cables of the main unit and the subwoofer are both connected securely to the mains power socket.
	Pair the main unit with the subwoofer manually. (See Pairing section)

If the above steps do not resolve any issue you are facing, contact the Kogan Support team.

In the Box

Main soundbar unit (left/right)	Subwoofer
Stand x2	AC power adaptor
Remote control	RCA to 3.5mm audio cable
Rubber feet x3