Studio Advance - Soundbar DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Studio Advance DEFINITIVE TECHNOLOGY

5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar and Wireless Subwoofer System

Setup Guide

What's in the Box

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Sound bar

Power supply

Subwoofer power cord Four risers (magnetic)

Power cord

IR Adapters (input and output)

Two spaces for wall mounting

Optical cable

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Subwoofer

HDMI cable

Two AAA batteries Literature

Remote control

Setup

1.

Place the sound bar

For the best listening experience, position the sound bar centered under your TV. You may choose to place it either on a stand, or wall-mount the sound bar below the TV.

TV Sound Bar

2.

Connect the sound bar to an AC outlet

During startup, you will see multiple light shows. When all 10 LEDs are blinking slowly, the sound bar is ready to be set up with the Google Home app.

POWER INPUT

3.

Place the subwoofer

For best performance place on the same wall as the TV, no more than 30ft (10m) from the sound bar.

TV Subwoofer

Performance Tip: placing the subwoofer in a corner can make the bass seem even more pronounced.

4.

Connect the subwoofer to an AC outlet

A solid light will be visible on the back of the subwoofer to indicate that it is paired to the sound bar.

TV Sound Bar

5.

Download the Google Home App to setup your sound bar on your Wi-Fi network

Download the free Google Home app and follow the in-app instructions to setup the sound bar on your Wi-Fi network.

For more detailed setup information about Google Home and Chromecast built-in for audio, visit: https://support.google.com/googlehome and https://support.google.com/chromecastbuiltin

Once the sound bar is connected to your Wi-Fi network, it will receive firmware updates for the latest features, performance and tuning. We require updating your sound bar to the latest firmware for the best overall experience. Please refer to the "Receiving Automatic Updates" section under "Functionalities" (p. 8) for details.

Download on the

App Store

GET IT ON

Google Play

6.

Connect to your TV

Is an HDMI input jack on your TV labeled "ARC"?

YES — Use HDMI (ARC)

TV HDV/IN ARC HDMI TV ARC OUT 1 2 3

Connect the included HDMI cable to the HDMI jacks labeled with "ARC" on both the TV and the sound bar.

NO — Use all sources into your Studio Advance via HDMI

graph TD
    A["TV HDMI"] --> B["HDMN"]
    B --> C["Blu-ray"]
    B --> D["Cable"]

The HDMI cable runs from the HDMI output of the Studio Advance to an HDMI input on the TV set.

Connect to your TV (cont.)

If your TV does not have HDMI, use Optical

graph LR
    A[" HDMI IN "] --> B[" TV OUT "]
    B --> C[" Bluesay "]
    B --> D[" Cable "]
    C --> E[" INPUTS "]
    D --> E
    E --> F[" FIRMWARE "]
    E --> G[" AUX IN "]
    E --> H[" OPT IN "]
    E --> I[" POWER "]

Connect the included Optical cable between the TV and sound bar. With certain TV models you may need to turn the internal TV speakers off or set the sound to external speaker.

All sources into your TV with 3.5mm analog mini-jack to the sound bar

graph TD
    A["Input"] --> B["Chamber"]
    B --> C["Chamber"]
    C --> D["Cable"]
    D --> E["Firmware"]
    E --> F["AUX IN"]
    E --> G["OPT IN"]
    E --> H["POWER"]

Some older TV's have only an analog output connection. In this scenario, the TV does all the switching between sources and the Studio Advance is always set to INPUT #4. A Dolby Digital or DTS digital audio signal cannot be passed through a TV's analog output connection. The best audio signal quality that can be reproduced using this method is two-channel stereo audio. This method is the least-preferred connection method of the four described here.

7.

Turn on your TV and enjoy the Studio Advance

Turn on your TV and verify that you are hearing sound from the sound bar.

Note: Access your TV's menu and turn off its internal speakers.

If you do not hear sound and do not see any lights on the front of your sound bar, press the power button on the sound bar to turn it on.

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Functionalities

1. Using your TV remote to control the volume

The Studio Advance comes pre-configured to respond to volume and mute commands from the most popular TV remotes including: Samsung, LG, Sony, Vizio and other major brands.*

*All other trademarks, product names, logos and brands referenced herein are the property of their respective owners

2. Listening to music via Bluetooth®

• Bluetooth will only work after the product has been set up using the Google Home app.
• To pair your device using Bluetooth, press the Bluetooth button on the sound bar. A blue light will slowly pulse on the sound bar as it waits to connect to your Bluetooth device.
• Go to the Bluetooth settings section in your phone, tablet or computer and select the name chosen in the Google Home app. The name of the device changes to the name configured in the Home App setup flow. The light will turn solid blue for 3 seconds and fade to off when your Bluetooth device is connected.
• To re-establish a Bluetooth connection after pairing has already been completed, go to the Bluetooth settings on your device and connect to the sound bar.

Bluetooth®

3.

Chromecast built-in benefits

The Studio Advance features Chromecast built-in for easy streaming and more:

• Stream music from your favorite apps over Wi-Fi.
- Create a whole-home audio experience. Multi-room sync lets you play the same song across Chromecast built-in compatible speakers in your house at the same time.
- Use Google Assistant on a Google Home speaker or other Assistant-enabled device to control music playback on the Studio Advance with voice commands.

Chromecast built-in

Listening to music via Chromecast built-in

• Tap the cast button from your favorite music apps to start streaming to your speakers. For more information please visit: https://www.google.com/chromecast/built-in/audio/
• For information on list of Chromecast compatible apps please visit: https://store.google.com/us/product/chromecast_2015_apps?hl=en-US

Receiving automatic updates (highly recommended)

Definitive Technology securely provides periodic software updates via the Internet which improve product performance.

Google Home App

for iPhone, iPad and Android devices

Remote Control

Power On/Off TV Input Center Down Bass Down Music Mode Night Mode HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 TV OPTICAL AUX 4 5 6 VOL VOL CENTER + BASS + MUSIC NIGHT MOVIE Mute HDMI Inputs Master Volume Up Master Volume Down Center Up Bass Up Movie Mode

Sound Bar Controls

Front of Studio Advance

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Power - Turns the Studio Advance on/off
Source - Switches sound bar inputs

Bluetooth - Initiates Bluetooth pairing

Volume Down - Decreases the master volume
+ Volume Up - Increases the master volume

Back of Studio Advance

IR Input IR Output TV ARC Out Firmware HDMI 1 Aux In HDMI 2 Opt In HDMI 3 Power

Visual LED Indicators (Sound Bar)

SOURCE INDICATORS 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 11, 12

Above is a closeup of the source indicators.

Several source colors indicate the audio bitstream for non-streaming inputs.
PCM CONTENT DOLBY CONTENT DTS CONTENT

NOTE: All source indicators appear for three seconds before fading to off.

MUTE INDICATOR

While MUTE is active, the source indication will blink.

VOLUME LEVEL INDICATORS

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Master Volume will be indicated with 10 LEDs. Each LED will have 10 levels of brightness to indicate 1-100% volume. Volume 1% will be indicated with the left most volume dimly lit, volume 100% will be indicated with all 10 volume LEDs fully illuminated.

Volume indicators will illuminate in purple instead of white to indicate the state of Night Mode. In Standby, all lights are off.

● NIGHT MODE - enabled NIGHTMODE - disabled

Visual LED Indicators (Subwoofer)

A solid LED light on the subwoofer indicates the subwoofer is connected to the sound bar.

If the subwoofer fails to connect, please call customer service.

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Optimize Your Listening Experience

CENTER - Less CENTER DEFAULT LEVEL + More CENTER

Customize the voice level to reproduce clear, crisp dialogue on your sound bar using the center (+/-) button on your sound bar remote.

BASS - Less BASS DEFAULT LEVEL + More BASS

Customize the bass level using the bass (+/-) buttons on your sound bar remote.

HDMI HDMI HDMI 1 2 3 TV OPTICAL AUX 4 5 6 + VOL VOL - CENTER + - BASS + MUSIC NIGHT MOVE D

Sound Modes

Music Mode

Music mode provides a natural and balanced sound profile with smoother bass while minimizing home theater spatialization effects.

Movie Mode

Movie mode is optimized for both movies and TV content. It provides home theater spatialization effects, as well as enhanced dialogue and more dynamic bass impact. This is the default sound mode for HDMI and Optical input sources.

Night Mode

Night mode is optimal for low-volume listening. Bass and dynamic range are reduced to improve vocal clarity. Volume indicators will illuminate in purple instead of white to indicate the state of Night Mode. In Standby, all lights are off.

● NIGHT MODE - enabled NIGHTMODE - disabled

- BASS + MUSIC NIGHT MOVIE

Using Your TV or Cable/Satellite TV Remote to Control the Studio Advance

Here's how to use your TV, cable, or satellite remote to control the Studio Advance.

HDMI CEC CONTROL

If your TV is connected via HDMI ARC and your TV supports CEC (and it is enabled in the TV settings menu), you can control the volume and mute functions on the Studio Advance from your TV without any further setup.

PRELOADED IR CODES

The Studio Advance comes pre-loaded with remote commands for many of the televisions manufactured within the last 5 years.

Placement Options

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TABLETOP MOUNTING

The Studio Advance comes with extra riser feet (two per side) that magnetically attach to the Studio Advance to raise it as much as 15.2 mm (5/8") off the tabletop so the Studio Advance will clear the TV's protruding table stand.

Attach magnetic feet: Peel off the protective cover and expose the magnets. Attach the feet to the bottom edge of the Studio Advance.

NOTE: The Studio Advance could block your TV's remote "eye", making it impossible to control the TV via remote control, so we supply an IR flasher. Plug the flasher into the Studio Advance IR output and position it in front of the TV's eye.

IR INPUT IR OUTPUT

For custom installations: the IR input is more likely to be used with a home automation system, like Crestron or Control 4. This is often just an electrical connection to a piece of equipment.

The Studio Advance has built-in keyhole slots so you can wall-mount it beneath your wall-mounted television. Spacers are included to help secure and install your Studio Advance on the wall.

NOTE: DO NOT mount the Studio Advance directly to the wall. You must use the supplied wall-mount spacers to ensure proper operation and reliability. DO MAKE SURE you are using a wall anchor of suitable load-bearing capacity (13.65 lb).

8/12.8 mm [30°]

Leveling the Studio Advance: Use a bubble level to make sure the bar is level. Mark holes with pencil, taking the keyhole slot measurement from the bar.

Drill Screw Holes in Wall: Pre-drill the pilot-hole locations for mounting screws (not included). Use screws rated to hold securely in the wall material and have screw heads at least 0.33" (8.5 mm) in diameter.

NOTE: Measure Twice. Make sure the sound bar clears the ceiling, adjacent walls, corners, beams, lighting fixtures and door/window frames. Leave at least 1-2" (25-50 mm) above the Studio Advance location to allow the Studio Advance to slide onto the screws. Make sure the center of the bar is centered with the TV screen's center point.

Hang the Studio Advance on Posts: Line up the bar so that the screw heads slide into the keyhole slots. Slide the bar down so the screw heads hold the bar firmly in place.

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Barre de son

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Subwoofer

Câble HDMI

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Installation

1 Placez la barre de son

TV HOLD IN ARC HORN TV ARC OUT 1 2 3

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Subwoofer

Cable HDMI

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