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ROTH BAR 1

High-power audio for your living room

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Important Safety Instructions

SAFETY POINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR BAR1 AND WIRELESS 
SUBWOOFER AUDIO SYSTEM.

To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to 
you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your 
Roth AV BAR1 and Wireless Subwoofer Audio System.

READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this BAR1 and Wireless Subwoofer Audio System.

1.  Read these instructions.
2.  Keep these instructions.
3.  Heed all warnings.
4.  Follow all instructions.
5.  Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.  Clean only with a dry cloth.
7.  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.  Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 

groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades 
with one wider than the other. A grounding type 
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for 
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of 
the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on 

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the 
apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by 

the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid 
injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or 

when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or 
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects 
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has 
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate 
normally, or has been dropped.

15. The system is designed to comply with the 

recommended safety standards for tilt and stability. 
Do not apply excessive pulling force to the front, or 
top, of the cabinet which could cause the product 
to overturn resulting in product damage and/or 
personal injury.

16. Follow instructions for wall, shelf or ceiling 

mounting as recommended by the manufacturer.

Power Source

This audio system is designed to operate on 230 volts 50 Hz, AC current. Insert the power cords into a 230 
volt 50 Hz outlet. The main plugs are used as the disconnect device and shall remain readily accessible. 
To prevent electric shock, do not use the audio system’s cords with an extension cord, receptacle, or 
other outlet unless the blades and ground terminal can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. 
Never connect the audio system to 60 Hz, direct current, or anything other than the specified voltage.

Disposal

Proper disposal of this product. This label indicates that, in the EU, 
electronic devices cannot be disposed of with regular household 
waste. Please use the return or collections systems of your 
municipality or contact the seller where you purchased this product

Please dispose of batteries environmentally friendly. Do not 
dispose of batteries with regular household waste. Please use 
the return or collections systems of your municipality or contact 
the seller where you purchased this product.

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Summary of Contents for BAR 1

Page 1: ...ROTH BAR 1 High power audio for your living room TM ...

Page 2: ...ccessories 6 Getting started 7 Wall mounting 8 Setup instructions hookup guide 9 Controls and functions 10 11 Wireless link 12 Hookup diagram 13 Specifications 14 Troubleshooting 15 Thank you For taking the Roth AV BAR1 home We ve designed the BAR1 to look beautiful and utilising the very best available amplification and driver technology sound great too We really hope you like the results Turn It...

Page 3: ...h larger audio system Another advantage to the Class HD amplifier is that there is no need for bulky external power adapters The BAR1 and Wireless Subwoofer have independent AC power cords so that the Subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the listening room State of the Art Processing Fractal Expansion FX Experience a convincing surround sound presentation from the10 speaker BAR1 and Subwoofer Fract...

Page 4: ...n a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have f...

Page 5: ...lug immediately if any foreign materials falls into the system or if the system fell down Unplug immediately if there is a malfunction on the system like no sound or if there is smoke and bad odor coming from the system Do not open the system s cabinet Avoid direct sunlight dusty high humidity and smoky locations Remember to unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning Do not use liqui...

Page 6: ...ery Installation Caution Do not insert battery with and polarities reversed as this may cause the battery to swell or rupture resulting in leakage Remove the battery if the remote control is not going to be used for an extended period of time Do not put the battery in the general household trash Dispose of the battery according to applicable laws BAR1 Wireless Subwoofer BAR1 Table Stands BAR1 Remo...

Page 7: ...page 8 of this Owners Guide You can place the Subwoofer on the floor Step 1 Insert the top tab of the stand into the hole provided for the stand in the back of the BAR1 Step 2 Make sure that the top tab is fully inserted into the hole Step 3 Swing down the stand all the way until the stand hits the Soundbar so that the base of the stand will be underneath of the bottom of the BAR1 Then push up the...

Page 8: ...e distance down from the TV on each side 4 Make another mark 25 32 20 mm directly below the 1st mark on each side 5 Drill a hole in the wall at each of the four pencil marks 6 Hammer the 4 wall mount anchors into the holes the anchors should be flush with the wall 7 Now using a Philips screwdriver screw the wall brackets in place with the screws going into the anchors 8 Tilting the bottom of the B...

Page 9: ... control buttons on the front panel of the BAR1 will always function no matter what the audio input source is Note Some TV s do not have a headphone output but do have Audio outputs with RCA jacks You can connect them to Input 1 by using the RCA cable This will also work fine except that the BAR1 volume must now be adjusted using the BAR1 remote 4 The remaining inputs Input 2 can be attached to Bl...

Page 10: ... FX STEREO ST Indicator The FX indicator lights up when FX Surround is selected The ST indicator lights up when Stereo Mode is selected This indicator will turn off after about 3 seconds from selecting the surround setting 4 MUTE ON Indicator This indicator lights up when mute is on This indicator will turn off after about 3 seconds from turning mute on 5 MAIN VOLUME SUBWOOFER VOLUME Level Indicat...

Page 11: ...he BAR1 and the Subwoofer Press and hold this button at least 3 seconds until the PAIR indicator on the front panel starts flashing Then press the PAIRING button on the rear panel of the Subwoofer The two units should link back up 15 INPUT 3 Connection type 3 5 mm mini stereo If your TV has a headphone output this is a primary input to use by using the supplied 3 5 mm mini stereo cable 16 INPUT 2 ...

Page 12: ...quipment for the BAR1 and the Subwoofer to lose their wireless link In that case the Subwoofer will mute and the audio will sound weak no bass To correct this press and hold the PAIRING button on the back of the BAR1 at least 3 seconds until the PAIR indicator on the front panel starts flashing Then go to the back of the Subwoofer and press its PAIRING button The two units should link back up and ...

Page 13: ...u ray DVD or CD players It can also be used to connect devices such as MP3 players or Home Video Game systems BAR1 To Input 2 RCA jack of BAR1 RCA Cable To Audio Output Other Device Blu ray Players DVD Players CD Players MP3 Players Home Video Game Systems BAR1 Rear Connectors BAR1 RCA Cable Supplied To Audio Output of Set Top Box or TV To Input 1 RCA jack of BAR1 Note Some TV s do not have a head...

Page 14: ... and play Connection Only AC Power plug in is required Wireless range up to 100 feet Clear line of sight Inputs 2 RCA Stereo Connectors TV DVD DVRs or Set Top Box 1 3 5 mm Stereo Mini Jack TV MP3 Players Power Input BAR1 AC 230V 50Hz Subwoofer AC 230V 50Hz Convenience Features LED Display with Auto Dimming Volume Mute Surround Mode Recessed Input Terminals for Flush Wall Mount Capability Table Sta...

Page 15: ...es are securely connected at the terminals of the BAR1 and the external devices 4 2 Test on an alternate device or replace the audio cable 4 3 Test the device and cable on an alternate input on the BAR1 5 The remote control does not work 5 1 Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the BAR1 5 2 Reduce the distance between the remote control and the BAR1 5 3 Make sure that the ...

Page 16: ...haudio co uk Service www rothaudio co uk In accordance with our policy of continuous development we reserve the right to change specifications without notice Photographs are for illustration only and actual product may vary E OE Find us on Facebook Just search for Roth AV ...

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