Blackweb BWA18SB003 - 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Manual

General Controls

Main Unit

1. ON/STANDBY
   Turns on / off the unit. When the unit is turned on, the unit will go to the mode it was in before powered off.
2. / (SURROUND buttons)
   Selects among digital surround sound effects depending on input signal.
3. / (TUNING buttons)
   Tunes in to desired stations in AM/FM mode.
4. / (PRESET buttons)
   Selects preset stations in AM/FM mode. / (PRESET buttons)
5. AUX 2 jacks
   Connect game consoles or other AV products that have AUX audio outputs.
6. LINE-IN jack
   Connect portable audio devices or other AV products that have a LINE-OUT jack.
7. PHONES jack
8. MASTER VOLUME -/+
   Adjusts the volume.
9. SOURCE
   Selects sound source.

Subwoofer

1. Power switch
   
2. WIRELESS LINK button/
   WIRELESS LINK PAIRING indicator
3. Rear speaker terminals
4. Power cord to Wall outlet

Remote Control

Install two "AAA" batteries in the remote control prior to use.

1. ON•OFF
   Turn on/off the unit.
2. SLEEP
   Selects sleep time.
3. NIGHT
   Selects among night mode options (MODE RATE / QUIET / OFF) which compresses the volume difference between normal voices and sounds such as explosions. (Available only during Dolby digital signal playback).
4. TEST TONE
   Speaker test tone setting. Refer to "Advanced Sound Control" for details.
5. SURROUND
   Selects among digital surround sound effects.

6. DISTANCE
   Adjusts the speakers' listening distance.
7. / / /

• Press / to select among setting items in Setup mode.
• Press / to adjust the values when the display shows the setup you want to change.
• Press OK to confirm your selection.

8. LEVEL
   Speaker level setting. Refer to "Advanced Sound Control" for details.
9. SUBWOOFER
   Selects among subwoofer sound levels.
10. MEM + / MEM -
    Selects programmed stations in AM/FM mode.
11. TUNER +
    Press to increase the radio frequency in AM/FM mode.
    Press and hold to search next available station in descending frequencies.
12. EQ buttons
    Selects among preset equalizer mode. Press the corresponding button to select the desired sound mode. This function is only available in Stereo mode.
13. Number buttons
    Directly accesses a preset station in AM/FM mode.
14. MEMORY
    Stores stations as preset stations in AM/FM mode.
15. MONO/ST
    Selects between Stereo and Mono sound in FM mode.
16. SETUP
    Enters Setup mode. Use / to select among setup options.
17. MUTE
    Mutes all sound.
18. VOL + / VOL -
    Adjusts the volume.
19. EXIT
    Exits the current setting.
20. TUNER -
    Press to decrease the radio frequency in AM/FM mode.
    Press and hold to search next available station in descending frequencies.
21. Source buttons
    Selects audio sources.

Connections and Setup

Connecting to HDMI Components

You can experience superb Home Theater quality sorround-sound from any HDMI connected device such as Blu-Ray Disc Player, Satellite Receiver and Cable Box, DVD Player, etc.

HDMI IN

Three "HDMI in" jacks receive digital signal from Blu-Ray Disc Player, Satellite Receiver and Cable Box, DVD Player, etc.

HDMI OUT jack

The "HDMI Out (to TV)" jack on this unit serves as a Video Repeater from any HDMI signal input from connected devices such as Blu-Ray Disc Player, Satellite Receiver and Cable Box, DVD Player, etc. that are connected to any of the three "HDMI in" jacks on this unit.

Press the SOURCE button on the Home Theater System or the HDMI button on the remove control to select HDMI 1, HDMI 2 or HDMI 3.

Connecting to Audio Components

Digital Audio Input

The digital audio jacks can accept Dolby Digital (Surround Sound) or PCM (Stereo) signals when compatible components are connected.

• This unit provides two optical and one coaxial digital input jacks for the connection of your components that have digital audio outputs.
• To connect DVD player, Satellite receiver, Cable box, Blu-ray Player, or TV that has a digital audio output, use a coaxial digital (included) or an optical digital cable (not included) to carry the audio signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality.
• A separate optical or coaxial cable is needed for each digital connection.

Optical Digital In (Audio)- Best

Connect to optical digital output of Cable box, Satellite receiver, DVD, Blu-ray player, TV or other compatible devices using the Optical Fiber Cable (not included).
Press the SOURCE button on the Home Theater System or the OPTICAL button on the remove control to select OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2.

Coaxial Digital In (Audio) - Better

Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, Cable box, Satellite receiver, TV or other compatible devices using the Coaxial Digital Cable (not included).
Press the SOURCE button on the Home Theater System or the COAXIAL button on the remove control to select COAXIAL.

Analog Audio Input - Good

If your TV has digital audio output, you can connect it to one the unit's digital audio inputs, instead of using analog connection.
Press the SOURCE button on the Home Theater System or the AUX button on the remove control to select AUX1.

Connecting the Antennas

Connect the AM and FM antennas to the AM and FM terminals on the system's back panel.
They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception. For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length. For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception.

AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna

1. Uncoil the antenna wire and locate the base end of the AM antenna.
2. Press down on the antennas tab to open the terminal.
3. Insert the antenna wires into the terminal and release the tabs to secure the wires in place.
4. Make sure the white wire on the AM loop antenna is inserted into the AM loop terminal and the other wire is inserted into the ground loop terminal.

Connecting the speakers to the Home Theater System and Subwoofer

Speaker wires are color-coded to match the terminals. Connect the speaker wire from the back of each speaker to the corresponding color terminal at the back of the unit. Press down the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release the tab to lock wire in the terminal.
When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities ("+" speaker wire to "+" on the unit. For example, red wire to red terminal on the unit) of speaker wires and terminals match.
If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted. Do not let the speaker wires touch each other, it will damage the Home Theater's amplifier.

Magnetic Shielding

Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set must be magnetically shielded in order to prevent picture distortion. Center speaker provided with this unit is magnetically shielded to protect your TV set.

Positioning speakers

Front speakers

Front speakers carry primarily music and sound effects.

• Place the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with your favorite viewing position to duplicate the soundtrack mixer's perspective.
• Place the speaker so that their tweeters will be at the same height as your ear.
• Align the front speakers with the centre speaker or place them slightly in front of the center speakers.

Center speaker

In surround mode, the center speaker carries most of the dialog as well as music and effects.

• It should be set between the left and right speakers.
• It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers.

Rear Speakers (Surround Speakers)

The surround speakers' overall sound balance should be as close as possible to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound field.

• If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it.
• If space permits, install surround speakers 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.

Subwoofer

A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.).

* For optimal wireless reception, the Wireless Subwoofer should be placed within 20 feet from the AV Receiver.

Pairing the Subwoofer with Home Theater System

In order to use the wireless Subwoofer, you must pair it with the Home Theater System.

1. AUTOMATICALLY
   1. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
   2. Turn on the Home Theater System.
   3. Press the POWER switch on the back of the subwoofer to ON " I " position.
   4. The Home Theater System and the subwoofer will automatically pair up. The WIRELESS LINK PAIRING indicator will turn blue when the wireless link is activated.
2. MANUALLY

The Home Theater System and Subwoofer will pair up automatically after power on. If the pairing fails accidentally, please follow below steps to reconnect.

1. Press and hold the WIRELESS LINK button on the back of Subwoofer and the OK button on the Remote at the same time until the "WIRELESS" indicator blinks on the Home Theater System display.
   

2. The "WIRELESS CONNECTED" indicator appears on Home Theater System display, the pairing between Home Theater System and Subwoofer is complete and successful.

Note: If you still cannot connect the wireless link, please turn off the Home System and the Subwoofer and turn them on again. Follow the manually connection instructions above.

AUX 2

1. Connects audio out jacks of the Playstations to the AUX 2 jacks on the front panel of the unit.
2. Press the SOURCE button on the front panel repeatedly to select AUX 2 mode.

LINE-IN

1. Connects one end of the 3.5mm stereo cable (not included) to the LINE-IN connector on the front panel of the unit and the other to the line out or headphone jack on an external source.
2. Press SOURCE on the front panel to select LINE-IN mode.

Operating Your Unit

Setting the sleep timer

You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 30-minutes increments.

1. Press SLEEP button on the remote control.
2. Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display (the remaining time) changes by 30 minutes.
3. When you set the sleep timer, "SLEEP" icon will be shown on the front panel display.

• To change the remaining time, press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired time.
• To clear the preset sleep time, press the SLEEP button until SLP OFF appears.

Playback via Bluetooth enabled devices

The unit can be paired and connected to the Bluetooth® enabled devices such as a smart phone.

INITIAL DEVICE PAIRING AND CONNECTION

In order to pair and connect your Bluetooth® device for the first time:

1. Press button to turn on the unit.
2. Press SOURCE button or button on the remote control to select the BT mode. Turn on the Bluetooth® device you wish to pair and connect.
3. On your Bluetooth® enabled device, search for the "BW HTiB" in the list of discovered devices and select it. It may take the unit and Bluetooth® enabled device a few seconds to pair.
4. If it is successful, the front display of the main unit will show "CONNECTED".
5. You can now enjoy audio from the unit.

Notes

• If your Bluetooth device (e.g. Smart phone etc.) need the PIN code while pairing, please enter 4-digit number: 0000.
• The unit can only be connected to one Bluetooth® device at a time.

RECONNECTING A BLUETOOTH® ENABLED DEVICE

Bluetooth® enabled devices must be reconnected when the device has been turned off or the unit has been turned off.

1. Press button to turn on the unit.
2. Press SOURCE button or button on the remote control to select the BT mode. Turn on the Bluetooth® device that has already been paired with the unit.
3. Depending on your Bluetooth device, your device may automatically connect to the unit.
   If the device does not automatically connect to the unit, then search for the "BW HTiB" in its list of your Bluetooth® devices and select it.
4. If it is successful, the front display of the main unit will show "CONNECTED".
5. You can now enjoy audio from the unit.

PAIR AND CONNECT WITH ANOTHER NEW DEVICE

In order to pair the unit to a new device, you must first disconnect the currently paired and connected Bluetooth® device from the unit.

1. On the currently paired and connected Bluetooth® device, select the "BW HTiB" from the list of currently paired and connected devices, and disconnect it. Please refer to your Bluetooth® enabled device User's Guide for direction on how to disconnect a device. Or turn off the Bluetooth® device.
2. Follow the Initial device pairing and connection instructions above.

Selecting Source

When one of the SOURCE buttons on the front panel or on the remote control is pressed, the corresponding input will be activated. The unit acts as a switching device between all the sources that are plugged into it.

Example 1:
If you have connected a DVD player to the HDMI IN 3 jack on the unit, press SOURCE on the front panel or on the remote control to receive the sounds transmitted by the DVD.

Example 2:
If a LINE IN is connected to the LINE IN jack of the unit, press SOURCE on the front panel or on the remote control, the sound from the LINE IN will be selected.
You can connect up to 9 audio sources to this amplifier.

The source name you selected will be shown on the display.

Notes

• Your unit has a built-in tuner. Just connect the appropriate antenna to the back of the unit and you will be able to listen to radio stations (For details, please refer to Radio section).
• Connections at the back panel can be interchanged depending on whether sources have the same audio input.

Connecting a Blu-ray Player

1. Connect the optical digital audio out jack of Bluray player to OPTICAL 1 jack on the rear panel of the unit.
2. Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel of the unit or press ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on the unit.

3. Press SOURCE on the main unit to select BD source.
4. Switch ON the Blu-ray player and start playback.
5. Set the SURROUND mode if needed (see "Advanced Sound Control" for details).

Connecting a TV

1. If TV has an analog audio output, connect it to the ANALOG AUDIO IN jack on the rear panel of the unit.
2. Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel of the unit or press ON•OFF on the remote control to switch on the unit.
3. Press SOURCE button to select AUX 1.
4. Switch on the TV.
5. Set the SURROUND mode if needed (see "Advanced Sound Control" for details).

RADIO

The unit has a built-in tuner that allows for AM/FM radio function.
Connect the FM antenna and the AM loop antenna at the back of the unit. Rotate the AM loop for better reception.

Automatic Tuning

1. Press TUNER button on the remote control to select AM/FM mode.
2. Press and hold TUNER+ or TUNER- button on the remote control or / button on the front panel of the unit until the auto searching starts. Searching stops when the system tunes in a station. (Once the FM station that broadcasts Stereo sound is found, STEREO is displayed.)
3. Repeat step 2 to tune to another radio station.
4. To prematurely stop the searching function, press TUNER+ or TUNER- button on the remote control.
5. Adjusting the volume by pressing VOL +/VOL -.

Manual Tuning

Press TUNER+ or TUNER- button on the remote control or or button on the front panel of the unit repeatedly to tune a desired frequency.

Automatic Preset Programming

The unit can preset 30 FM stations and 30 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.

1. Press TUNER button to select AM/FM mode.
2. Press and hold TUNER button for two seconds to start automatic preset programming.
3. Radio frequencies will be browsed and radio stations stored automatically. When all the available radio stations are stored or all 60 preset stations (30 for AM and 30 for FM) memory locations are full, the auto preset programming function will stop.

Manual Preset

1. Press TUNER button on the remote control to select AM/FM mode.
2. Press and hold TUNER+/TUNER- button on the remote control or / button on the front panel of the unit until the system tunes in a station.
3. Press MEMORY. While the Program Preset number is still flashing, input your desired preset number using the numeric buttons, then press MEMORY to store it.

Select Preset Stations

1. Press TUNER button on the remote control to select AM/FM mode.
2. Press / on the main unit repeatedly or directly press MEM + / MEM - button on the remote control to search for the preset stations.
   Each time you press the button, the system tunes in one preset station.

Tips

• When you tune at a weak FM station manually, press MONO/ST on remote control to switch from Stereo to Mono mode. This will reduce the background noise.
• If there is any interference, change the antenna's position until ideal sound reception is obtained. TV and other electronic devices could be the cause of interference, so try to position the antenna away from them.

Advanced Sound Control

Sound Enhancement Systems

This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems.

Dolby Digital

The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and a more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround. This unit is equipped with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel so that you can enjoy enhanced full digital surround sound. Different from Dolby Pro Logic in that only four channels (Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear) are used, the new system provides stereo separation of the rear speakers (Rear-Right, Rear- Left). Adding the subwoofer channel to the 5 channels for bass sounds (counted as 0.1 channel) results in 5.1 channels (or 6 Channels) input Dolby Digital for that bring you the most sophisticated sound enjoyment.

Dolby Pro Logic II

The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in circuit to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround left and right channel audio signals and uses all five speakers to play both stereo and Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR.
Dolby Pro Logic II includes Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Music and Dolby Pro Logic Emulation.

You can use this mode with any stereo program source (such as VCR/TV) to enjoy multi-channel sound experience.

DSP (Digital Sound Processor)

These digital sound effects resemble sounds in a real environment such as (HALL, CHURCH, DOLBY 5 CH, DOLBY PL EMULATION, DOLBY PL II MUSIC, DOLBY PL II MOVIE). DSP automatically converts analog audio signals to digital ones which enables you to adjust the sound without degrading the sound quality. Different modes will give you different feels of size and types of listening environment.
Press b button to select the subwoofer effects level according to you needs. Four settings are available: BALANCE, STRONG, POWERFUL and SOFT.

Fine Setting of the Components

You can select the surround mode by pressing SURROUND repeatedly to select among different options. (DOLBY PL II MUSIC / DOLBY PL II MOVIE / DOLBY PL EMULATION / HALL / CHURCH /CONCERT / LIVING ROOM / CAVE/ARENA/DOLBY 5 CH).

The default surround modes for different components are listed in the table below. The unit will keep the last selection in memory.

HDMI and Digital Inputs

The Home Theater has three digital audio inputs and three HDMI AV inputs for BD, SAT-CABLE, DVD, TV, or GAME sources.
The default input is HDMI IN 1 for BD, HDMI IN 2 for SAT-CABLE, and HDMI IN 3 for DVD. However, if you need to assign a source to a different input:
Press SOURCE button to select among HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / OPTICAL1 / OPTICAL 2 / COAXIAL / AUX 1 / AUX 2 / LINE IN (different source will have different available inputs for selection) to match your connection. Your selection will be stored for future use automatically.

You have the capability to change audio inputs for the SAT-CABLE, BD, TV or GAME sources.

Analog Inputs The Home Theater has three analog audio inputs: AUX 1 (VCR/ TV), AUX 2 and LINE-IN.

Notes

• To play Dolby Pro Logic II Movie sound, press the SURROUND buttons until "Dolby PL II MOVIE" appears on the Display.
• To play Dolby Digital sound, the source must be connected to the unit via the optical or coaxial terminal.

Fine Setting of the Speakers

All the basic settings have already been pre-set for the speakers included in the box.
Also, to make the surround sound more effective and suit the acoustic conditions in your listening room, you may need to delay the signal coming from some of the speakers. Channel delay compensates for center or surround speakers that are closer to the listening position than the front speakers.

Testing and Adjusting Speaker Loudness

The TEST TONE button on the remote control allows you to adjust each speaker volume level individually to suit your particular listening environment.

1. Press the TEST TONE button.
2. Press / button on the remote control to select FL, CT, FR, SR, SW or SL.
3. A tone will be heard at each speaker, one speaker at a time.
4. Press TEST TONE button again to exit this mode.

Adjusting Speaker Loudness Without Using Test Tones

1. To adjust individual speaker volume level, press LEVEL on the remote control.
2. Continue to press LEVEL on the remote control to select the speaker to be adjusted, then press the / buttons to adjust the level.
3. Press EXIT button to exit this mode.

Speaker Configurations

You can also change the setup of the speakers. Use a subwoofer to enjoy optimum sound.
For optimum surround experience measure the distance between the speaker and your favorite listening position. Press DISTANCE to adjust the speakers' distance.

1. Press the DISTANCE button to show setup options.
2. Press the DISTANCE until the speaker you want to change is displayed.
3. Press / to change the speaker settings. Your selection will be stored automatically.
4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to set up the next speaker. You may adjust the distance within the following ranges:

• Front Speaker distance (FRNT): 0-30ft
• Center Speaker distance (CNTR): 0-30ft
• Rear Speaker distance (SURR): 0-30ft

5. When set up is done, wait for five seconds to automatically save your settings or press any buttons to save your selection and set up mode.

Factory Default Speaker Distance Settings

• Front Speakers (FRNT): 15ft
• Center Speaker (CNTR): 10t
• Rear Speakers (SURR): 10ft

Center / Surround Speaker Setup

1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control to show setup options.
2. Press / until CTR YES or SUR YES is displayed.
3. Press / to select between YES and No.

Notes

• CTR stands for Center Speaker selection while SURR stands for Surround Speaker selection.
• By default, the Center and Surround Speakers are set to YES. If you decide not to use them, set the ones you do not intend to use to NO so that the sound performance is not affected.

Home Theater's Display Dimmer Control

1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control to show setup options.
2. Press / until DIMMER 0 is displayed.
3. Press / to select between 0 and 1.

NIGHT Mode Selection

"Night Mode" will limit the volume on loud passages of movies (such as action sequences) while still allowing you to hear quiet passages (such as dialog).

1. Press the NIGHT button to show setup options.
2. Continue to press the NIGHT button to select among different options "MODE RATE /QUIET/OFF".
3. It is available only during Dolby Digital signal playback.

SUBWOOFER Mode Selection

Press the SUBWOOFER button to select among "BALANCE", "STRONG", "POWERFUL" and "SOFT ".

Troubleshooting Tips

AM / FM Operation

ST indicator is off.

• Adjust the antenna.
• Press MONO / ST button to insure you are not outputting in mono.

The signal is Mono. Severe hum or noise.

• The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna.
• Adjust antenna.
• Reposition antenna away from any electronics.

There is interference to FM reception.

• Turn off other electrical devices (e.g. DVD, CD player) near the unit.

Remote Control Operation

The remote control does not operate the unit.

• No batteries installed (included with your system). Install the batteries before attempting to operate the remote. Be sure to match the + and - ends of each battery to the symbols shown in the remote battery compartment.
• The batteries are weak. Replace all batteries.
• The remote is not pointed at the remote control sensor on the main unit or there is an obstacle between the remote and the main unit.
• The remote control is too far from the main unit, move closer.

General

No audio.

• Make sure the speakers are connected.
• Check the input connections.
• Check the power cord connections.
• Make sure MUTE is off.
• Make sure the digital setting (optical, coaxial or analog) is correct.
• Check that the headphone is not inserted.

No audio from one channel.

• Check the speaker level setting.
• Check the speaker wire or external source cable connections.

Noise occurs when the TV is turned on.

• The TV is too close to the audio system.

No sound from the wireless subwoofer

• Turn off and turn on the Home Theater System and Subwoofer again.
• Set up the wireless subwoofer connection manually (Refer to the Pairing the Subwoofer with the Home Theater System).

Care and Maintenance

Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance.

Cleaning the exterior

Disconnect the system from AC power before cleaning the exterior of the system with a soft dust cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents.

Important Battery Information

• Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injuries.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to provincial and local regulations.
• Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, if all batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.

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