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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. SOUND BAR SYSTEM MODEL HT-SB400 OPERATION MANUAL Note: This product is recommended for flat panel TV (LCD and plasma).
Special notes Features HT-SB400 WARNINGS SRS TruSurround HD creates an immersive, feature-rich ● surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog. position, main voltage is still present inside the speaker. When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, the speaker may be brought into operation by the remote control.
Accessories Contents HT-SB400 Page Please confirm that only the following accessories are included. ■ General Information Precautions ....... 4 Controls and indicators .
fire or other ● Do not expose the speaker to moisture, to temperatures type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held higher than 60˚C (140˚F) or to extremely low temperatures. responsible for any damage resulting from use of this speaker ●...
Controls and indicators HT-SB400 ON/STAND-BY ON/STAND-BY NEWS NEWS CINEMA/GAME CINEMA/GAME SPORT SPORT STANDARD STANDARD FUNCTION FUNCTION SOUND BAR SYSTEM HT-SB400 SOUND BAR SYSTEM HT-SB400 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 16 ON/STAND-BY ON/STAND-BY NEWS NEWS CINEMA/GAME CINEMA/GAME SPORT SPORT STANDARD...
Controls and indicators (continued) HT-SB400 AUDIO AUDIO RIGHT RIGHT LEFT LEFT SUBWOOFER SUBWOOFER LINE IN 2 LINE IN 2 LINE IN 1 LINE IN 1 DC IN DC IN PRE-OUT PRE-OUT ■ Rear Panel Reference page Audio Line In 2 Socket ..... . . 13 Line In 1 Sockets .
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TV Buttons Buttons volume. channels. Battery holder Note: Before using remote control, please remove plastic shield at Notes: ● Some models of SHARP TV may not be operable. battery holder. ● SHARP TV remote will not work with HT-SB400 system.
Speaker preparation HT-SB400 Make sure to unplug the AC power lead before installing Using foot cushions the speaker or changing the position. Select from three installation methods according to the preferred position. ON/STAND-BY ON/STAND-BY NEWS NEWS CINEMA/GAME CINEMA/GAME SPORT SPORT STANDARD STANDARD FUNCTION...
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Make a hole on the wall following the screw point marks on the pattern paper by using a drill. SHARP designed the speakers so you may hang them on the wall. Use proper screws (not supplied). See below for size and 32 mm (1 - 1/4")
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Speaker preparation (continued) HT-SB400 ■ Installing the speaker Screw the wall mount angle to the wall as shown in the illustration. (Total screw is 8 pieces) Align the wall mount slot at the speaker to the wall mount angle. Wall mount angle Slot the speaker into the wall mount angle.
Placing the speaker HT-SB400 ■ Using other subwoofer Installation image: You can connect a subwoofer with an amplifier to the SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT socket. Commercially available subwoofer Audio cable (amplifier built in) (commercially ON/STAND-BY ON/STAND-BY NEWS NEWS CINEMA/GAME CINEMA/GAME SPORT SPORT STANDARD STANDARD FUNCTION...
Falling prevention Speaker connections to TVs HT-SB400 Safety wires (not supplied) are useful to prevent the speaker Caution: Turn off all other equipment before making any connections. from falling off the table. Tuner receiving for other audio system ● Placing the aerial near the speaker AC power lead may cause noise pick up.
AC power connection HT-SB400 ■ Using with the AC/DC adaptor ■ Connecting to a TV (with Headphone socket) If the TV/monitor has headphone socket, connect it to the Plug the AC power lead into the AC/DC adaptor. AUDIO LINE IN 2 socket on the rear of the speaker. Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC INPUT socket on the speaker.
Remote control HT-SB400 ■ Battery installation Caution: ● Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.). Insert pin into the hole as shown and pull to open the ● Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. battery holder. ● Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
General control HT-SB400 ■ Volume auto fade-in If you turn off and on the speaker with the volume set to 40 or higher, the volume starts at 20 and fades in to the last set level. ■ Volume control ON/STAND-BY ON/STAND-BY FUNCTION FUNCTION...
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General control (continued) HT-SB400 ■ Subwoofer level control ■ Touch Sensing Off mode The subwoofer level can be adjusted. During Stand-by mode, press the DIMMER/SENS ON/OFF To increase the level, press the button on the remote control and the On/Stand-by indicator will SUBWOOFER LEVEL button.
Depending on the model, some or all If something is wrong with this product, check the following operated with the functions may not be operable using before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. remote control. the remote control of this speaker. In ■ General this case, use the remote control supplied with the TV.
Specifications HT-SB400 ■ Cleaning the cabinet As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth. prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal Caution: values of production speaker.
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