TCL S21BW 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer

1 Important Safety Information

Make sure you read all the safety information before you use this product.

TCL North America bears no responsibility for accidents or damages caused by unauthorized changes, modifications or improper use of the product.

User Manual can be found at www.tcl.com/us on the specific product page in the “Download” section.

Warnings

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. This product should not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on or near the product.
• The product is unstable if it is not properly placed or mounted to the wall. Be sure to follow the wall mounting instructions provided in the user manual to ensure your safety.
• Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, and so forth.
• To avoid the danger of suffocation, keep plastic packaging away from pets, babies, and children. Do not use packaging bags in cribs, beds, carriages, or playpens.

Safety

• Read these instructions - Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
• Retain these instructions - Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings - Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
• Follow all instructions - Follow all operating and use instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near water or moisture – for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 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.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the product.
• Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• 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.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• 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 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.

Warnings

• To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
• Do not place any sources of danger on the product (for example: liquid filled objects, lighted candles).
• Disconnect the power cord to shut off when find trouble or not in use. The power cord shall be readily operable.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those described herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
• The power cord/appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device must remain readily operable.
• The rating label is located at the bottom or back of the product.
• The use of apparatus in tropical and moderate climates.

Battery precautions

• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline).
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire or water.
• Recycle or dispose of batteries as per state and local guidelines.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• When the remote control is not to be used for a long time (more than a month), remove the battery from the remote control to prevent it from leaking.
• If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.
• Keep away the batteries from heat or moisture.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. Doing so could cause batteries to short circuit, leak or explode.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a rechargeable type.
• This product contains a coin cell battery. If the coin cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
• Keep new and used batteries away from children.
• If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Disposal of your old product and battery

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.

This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities.

This product contains batteries:

• Do not incinerate. Batteries may explode if overheated.
• For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities.

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

CAUTION: Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard.

CAUTION: Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.

CAUTION: Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

CAUTION: A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

2 Before you begin

• Carefully read and observe all safety instructions in the safety leaflet.
• This sound bar is intended for indoor use only. In case it accidentally gets in contact with small amounts of water, unplug immediately and use a dry cloth to remove the water.
• Unplug the sound bar if it is not used for long periods of time or during lightning storms.
• Make sure the sound bar is installed on a solid surface or solidly wall-mounted below your TV for the best experience.
• Only use lithium CR2025 battery for the remote control.
• In case any of the cables are visibly damaged or pinched, unplug the sound bar and replace the cable.
• Be careful not to sharply bend the HDMI and optical cable as they may affect the performance.
• Protect your hearing by adjusting to a proper volume.

3 Welcome

What's in the box

Overview of the Sound Bar

Overview of the Remote Control

Install/replace the remote control batteries

4 Set up your Sound Bar system

Position Your Sound Bar and Subwoofer

Mount your Sound Bar on the wall

5 Connect your Sound Bar system

Connect with the AC power adaptors

Connect with the optical cable

Direction for setting up your Sound Bar using an optical cable

Connect with USB disk

6 Use your Sound Bar system

Operation instruction

Volume and Sound effect regulation

7 Specification

8 Trademarks

9 FCC STATEMENT

Radiation Exposure Statement

10 FAQ