JVC TH-N120BA Portable 2.0ch Sound Bar User Manual
Safety Precautions
- If the device is damaged, have it repaired by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person to avoid any hazard. Do not dismantle; no user-serviceable parts inside.
- The device should always be readily accessible.
- The device should not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids.
- No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the device.
- Open flame sources, such as candles, should not be placed on top of the device.
- Always leave a minimum distance of 10 cm around the unit to ensure sufficient ventilation.
- The device is intended for indoor, domestic use only. Use only in moderate temperatures.
- At full volume, prolonged listening may damage hearing. Listen at medium or low volumes.
- Children should be monitored to ensure they do not play with the device.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back).
- If the soundbar is experiencing interference, move it away from fluorescent lighting.
- For charging, use a USB adapter that supplies DC 5V, 2A.
- CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced or not replaced by the same type or equivalent.
- The battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or similar.
- Different types of batteries, new and used, should not be mixed.
- The battery must be installed according to the polarity.
- If the battery is worn, it must be removed from the product.
- The battery must be disposed of safely. If available, use collection bins provided (check with your local council to protect the environment).
- The battery is not user-replaceable.
General Information
All wireless devices are susceptible to interference which may affect their performance.
Only qualified people are authorized to repair this product.
Only use batteries, chargers, and other accessories compatible with this equipment. Do not connect incompatible products.
This equipment is not waterproof. Keep it dry.
Package Contents
- Soundbar
- User Manual
- 3.5mm AUX Cable
- 3.5mm to RCA Cable
- USB Charging Cable
A diagram shows the soundbar, user manual, and three cables: a 3.5mm AUX cable, a 3.5mm to RCA cable, and a USB charging cable.
Overview of the Soundbar Buttons
The soundbar has four buttons:
- Standby/Mode: Long press to turn on or switch to standby; short press to switch between audio sources (Bluetooth/AUX/USB/microSD).
- Play/Pause: Press to pause or restart playing. If a phone call comes when connected via Bluetooth, press to pick up the call.
- Previous/Volume down: Long press to lower the volume; short press to play the previous song.
- Next/Volume up: Long press to increase the volume; short press to play the next song.
The soundbar has five ports:
- DC 5V
- Power OFF/ON
- AUX-IN
- USB-IN
- TF (microSD input)
Charging the Soundbar
This portable soundbar has a built-in battery. When the battery is low, a warning prompt will be heard, and music playback will be interrupted. Charge it as soon as possible.
To charge, connect the microUSB end of the provided Charging Cable to the DC 5V socket. Connect the USB end to a suitable USB charging adapter (DC 5V, 2A – not included). The red charging LED lights up during charging and turns off when fully charged. Remove the Charging Cable promptly once fully charged.
TV Connection
There are two options for connecting the soundbar to a TV:
Option 1: Connect the AUX-IN port on the soundbar to the Headphone Out port on the TV using the provided 3.5mm AUX cable.
Option 2: Connect the AUX-IN port on the soundbar to the L-R Audio output on the TV using the provided 3.5mm to RCA cable.
Note: The indicator light shows green in AUX mode.
A diagram illustrates connecting the soundbar to a TV via either a 3.5mm headphone jack or RCA outputs.
Bluetooth Connection
- Short press the Standby/Mode (M) button on the Soundbar to select Bluetooth mode.
- Turn on your device's Bluetooth connection, search for 'TH-N120' and connect to it.
Note: The indicator light shows blue in Bluetooth mode.
A diagram shows a soundbar connecting to a smartphone via Bluetooth.
USB/microSD Playback
Connect a suitable USB device or microSD card to the respective port (USB-IN or TF) for playback of compatible files. File formats supported: MP3, WAV, WMA etc. Max. size of device: 64GB.
Note: The indicator light shows yellow in USB mode and purple in microSD mode.
Specifications
| Rated Voltage | DC 5V=2A |
| Sound Power | 17W RMS |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| Distance bluetooth stays connected | ≤ 10m |
| BT frequency | 2.4GHz |
| Frequency Response | 21Hz-20KHz |
| Speaker Units | Full Ranger Speaker x 2 |
| Battery | 7.4V/2000mAh 14.8Wh |
| Distortion Degree | <1% (1KHz) |
| S/N Ratio | ≥ 80db |
| Isolation Level | ≥ 70db |
| Input Sensitivity | 650mV, Max: 1500mV |
Recommended Placement
Soundbar: Under the TV (if wall-mounted) / In front of the TV.
A diagram shows a soundbar placed under a TV.
Troubleshooting
| PROBLEM | SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| No sound | Check if the soundbar has run out of battery. Charge using a suitable USB adapter. Check if the source has been chosen correctly. Check the physical connection of your device to the soundbar. |
| Distorted sound | Check your source device to see if it is causing the distortion. Set the device and soundbar volume to a low level. Move the soundbar away from any fluorescent lighting to avoid any interference. |
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