Page 4 - What you can do with this unit; Playing TV audio
Thank you for purchasing this Polk product.To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. What you can do with this unit This sound bar enables you to connect this unit to your TV to e...
Page 5 - Operating by talking to Alexa; Playing a Bluetooth device
o Operating by talking to Alexa . ・ Alexa, turn up the volume ・ Alexa, what’s the weather today? 0 Alexa isn’t available in certain languages and countries. [Related information] 0 “Getting the Alexa App” ( v p. 21) o Playing a Bluetooth device . [Related information] 0 “Listening to music on a Blu...
Page 6 - Accessories
Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. . Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Wall mount template Remote control unit Wall mount spacers Optical digital cable HDMI cable Power cord R03/AAA batteries Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 6
Page 7 - Inserting the batteries
Inserting the batteries 1 Slide the rear cover off the remote control unit in thearrow direction. . 2 Insert two batteries correctly into the batterycompartment as indicated. . Battery 3 Put the rear cover back on. NOTE 0 Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for...
Page 8 - Part names and functions; Sound bar; Top panel
Part names and functions Sound bar o Top panel . e w q r For details, see the next page. Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 8
Page 10 - Front panel; Input source
o Front panel . q e w A Light bar While Alexa responds, the LED lights up.When the volume button is pressed, the LED displays thevolume level. B Status LED Displays the status of input source / audio decoding / soundmode, etc. . Bluetooth Night mode (Blue) (Purple) Input source Sound mode (Yellow) (...
Page 11 - Rear panel; t y
o Rear panel . q q w e r t y i u A Wall hook hole Used to mount the sound bar on a wall. ( v p. 15) B AC inlet Used to connect the power cord. ( v p. 20) C USB port USB playback is available. D Optical digital input connector (TV OPTICAL) Use the included optical digital cable to connect a TV with a...
Page 12 - Remote control unit
Remote control unit This section mainly explains remote control operations. we t u i y q r A Remote control signal transmitter This transmits signals from the remote control unit. ( v p. 7) B Action button ( ) This invokes Alexa. C Input source button (TV) This switches the input source to TV. ( v p...
Page 14 - Positioning; Positioning the sound bar
Positioning Positioning the sound bar Position the sound bar in front of your TV, etc., on a flat surface. . NOTE 0 When positioning the sound bar in front of your TV, make sure the sound bar does not obstruct the TV’s remote control light sensor, etc. Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips App...
Page 15 - When hanging the sound bar on a wall
o When hanging the sound bar on a wall The sound bar has a wall hook hole to hang it on a wall. Whenhanging it on a wall, position it in a flat, vertical position.To ensure safety, request a contractor perform the mountingwork when mounting onto a wall. NOTE 0 In order to use the unit safely, do not...
Page 17 - Connecting a TV
Connecting a TV How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV. 0 Enable the TV’s HDMI control function when using an HDMI cable to connect this device to your TV. (See the TV owner’s manual for details.) 0 Turn off the TV’s speaker or minimize the volume when using t...
Page 19 - Connection 2: TV equipped with an optical digital connector
Connection 2: TV equipped with an optical digital connector Use the included optical digital cables to connect this device to your TV. . DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUTPUT Sound bar TV Optical digital cable (included) 0 Line up the optical digital cable with the shape of the terminal to insert. Contents C...
Page 20 - Connecting the power cords
Connecting the power cords After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. . Sound bar Power cord (included) To household power outlet (AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz) Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 20
Page 21 - Getting the Alexa App
Getting the Alexa App Install the Alexa App on your mobile device and connect this unit to the network. . 0 If you are already using a product with Alexa built-in, it is automatically connected to this unit. 0 Check whether your mobile device is connected to your home router before you operate it. 0...
Page 22 - Enjoying TV, movies and music
Enjoying TV, movies and music . TV 1 Press the input source button. TV: Device connected to the TV (HDMI ARC/OPTICAL) g : Bluetooth device 2 Play the device connected to this unit. For details, see the relevant device manual. 0 Connect an HDMI control-compatible TV and this device via HDMI andenable...
Page 23 - Listening to music on a Bluetooth device; Pairing a Bluetooth device for the
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing andconnecting this unit with the Bluetooth device. . Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time Pair a Bluetooth device with thi...
Page 24 - Pairing with other Bluetooth devices
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 Press g to switch the input source to “Bluetooth”. 2 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your Bluetoothdevice. 3 Push g on this device until the status display LED blinks in blue. 4 Select “Polk React Sound Bar” (Default) from the listof devices displayed on the...
Page 25 - Spotify Connect function
Spotify Connect function Spotify is all the music you’ll ever need. Millions of songs available instantly. Just search for the music you love, or let Spotify play yousomething great. Spotify works on your phone, tablet, computer and home speakers. So you’ll always have the perfect soundtrack forwhat...
Page 26 - Settings; Adjusting the volume; Adjusting the dialogue sound
Settings Perform the below operations and settings as needed. . VOL +, – BASS +, – +, – NIGHT button SPORT button MUSIC button VOICE MOVIE button Adjusting the volume 1 Use VOL + or VOL – to adjust the volume. The light bar changes to the volume display when thesebuttons are pressed. Adjusting the s...
Page 28 - Using the remote control learning function
Operating this unit using the remotecontrol of a TV There are three ways to operate this unit using the remotecontrol of a TV. 0 HDMI control function Connect this unit to a TV that supports the HDMI controlfunction with an HDMI cable and enable the HDMI controlsetting on the TV to perform basic ope...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section...
Page 31 - Power does not turn on / Power is turned off; Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Power does not turn on. 0 Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. ( v p. 20) Power automatically turns off. 0 If no operations have been performed for 20 minutes or more and audio is not being input, this device automatic...
Page 32 - No sound comes out
No sound comes out No sound comes out. 0 Check the connections for all devices. ( v p. 14) 0 Insert connection cables all the way in. 0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. 0 Check cables for damage. 0 Check that a proper input source is selected. ( v p. 22)...
Page 33 - Bluetooth playback does not work
Bluetooth playback does not work Cannot pair with a Bluetooth device. 0 It may be that Bluetooth is not enabled on the Bluetooth device. See the owner’s manual of the Bluetooth device to enable theBluetooth function. 0 This device may be paired with another Bluetooth device. Select this unit from th...
Page 34 - The HDMI Control function does not work; Alexa does not respond even if called; LED is dark
The HDMI Control function does not work The HDMI Control function does not work. 0 You cannot operate devices that are not compatible with the HDMI Control function. In addition, depending on the connecteddevice or the settings, the HDMI Control function may not work. In this case, operate the exter...
Page 35 - Resetting factory settings
Resetting factory settings Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed.Various settings are reset to the factory default values. Make settings again. 1 Press and hold the Action button until the light barturns orange (about 25 seconds). 0 The light bar turn...
Page 36 - About HDMI
About HDMI This unit supports the following HDMI functions. 0 ARC (Audio Return Channel) function Enjoy movies, music, etc., on your TV simply by connecting an ARC function-compatible TV to this device via HDMI. 0 HDMI control function Connect an HDMI control-compatible TV and this device via HDMI a...
Page 37 - Power management; Power modes; Voice initiated mode
Power management Power modes o Voice initiated mode This unit has prepared a voice initiated mode in active mode.It is a voice initiated mode that reduces the powerconsumption as low as possible by reducing the operation ofother peripheral circuits including the digital signal processorwhile operati...
Page 38 - Standby mode; Off
o Standby mode This unit can be placed into standby mode, in which itsstandby power consumption is lower than in voice initiatedmode. 0 Press the mic mute button twice while holding down theaction button. The voice guidance responds, and light on the light bar spins. 0 You also press the action butt...
Page 39 - Trademark information
Trademark information . The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks byPolk Audio is under license. Other trademarks and trade namesare those of their respective owners. . Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ...
Page 40 - Specifications; General
Specifications Sound bar o General Operating temperature: 5 °C - 35 °C Power supply: AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 30 W Power consumption in voice initiated mode: 3.9 W (Wi-Fi)3.8 W (Bluetooth)3.8 W (HDMI,ARC)3.9 W (Optical) Power consumption in standby mode: 0.4 W Sampling frequency: ...
Page 42 - Dimensions
o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) . 34 1/8 (864) 4 7/8 (121) 2 1/4 (57) 16 (406) o Weight : 6 lbs 6 oz (2.9 kg) Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 42
