Monitor Audio ASB-10 Owners Manual
Introduction
In 2013 Monitor Audio released the award winning ASB-2, which raised the 'bar' of what is possible from an active soundbar. Born from this success, Monitor Audio is pleased to bring you the ASB-10, a Bluetooth enabled active soundbar with a much larger sound than its cabinet size would suggest. Like its bigger brother, the ASB-10 is capable of producing large scale 5.1 '3D' audio without the need for multiple surround speakers. For added bass depth and sonic weight, the ASB-10 can be paired wirelessly with the WT-10 subwoofer or WR-1 for connecting other subwoofers (sold separately). Monitor Audio hopes your new purchase brings you many years of listening pleasure!
ASB-10 Capabilities
- 2.0 Active sound bar
- 100W delivered by four class-D amplifiers – Amazing power and clarity
- Internal switch mode power supply (94-264 VAC – auto-ranging input)
- DSP processing – providing precision filters and processing for all drivers individually
- 4 x 3" C-CAM metal cone bass mid-range drivers
- 2 x 25mm C-CAM gold dome tweeters
- Compact dimensions – Able to be sited beneath TV, on wall or cabinet location
- Wireless sub-woofer transmitter built in – Lossless/uncompressed digital 2.4GHz transmitter
- Bluetooth – For simple music playback from smartphone, tablet or PC. Ultimate compatibility and features high quality ‘CD like' aptX codec
- Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic II and Dolby Virtual Speaker processing
- Optical and coaxial SPDIF inputs
- Analogue input (3.5mm stereo jack)
- USB firmware update port – also provides 5v power for Chromecast audio and other audio streaming devices
- IR remote control (provided)
- Moulded polymer cabinet with black cloth grille and brushed aluminium end trims.
What's in the box
- ASB-10
- Rubber feet
- Remote control
- Mains lead (region specific)
- Manual
- Safety instructions
The ASB-10
ASB-10 Connections
Diagram showing the rear panel of the ASB-10 with the following connections: 1. Digital Optical Input, 2. Mains Input, 3. Sub Out, 4. Digital Coaxial Input, 5. Auxiliary (3.5mm stereo jack), 6. USB Input.
- 1. Digital Optical Input
- Used to connect digital optical audio source to the ASB-10.
- 2. Mains Input
- Used to connect the ASB-10 to the mains (refer to page 7).
- 3. Sub Out
- Used to connect the ASB-10 to an additional sub woofer.
- 4. Digital Coaxial Input
- Used to connect digital coaxial audio source to the ASB-10.
- 5. Auxiliary
- Used to connect an analogue stereo audio source to the ASB-10 using a 3.5mm stereo mini jack connector.
- 6. USB Input
- Used for firmware updates (refer to page 10).
ASB-10 Buttons
Diagram showing the front panel buttons of the ASB-10: 1. Standby, 2. Input Source Toggle, 3. Bluetooth Source, 4. 3D Sound, 5. Volume Down, 6. Volume Up.
- 1. Standby
- Used to put the ASB-10 in and out of standby mode. Holding it down for 12 seconds will initiate a USB firmware update.
- 2. Input Source Toggle
- Used to toggle through the auxiliary and digital inputs.
- 3. Bluetooth Source
- Used to select the Bluetooth input and pair devices to the ASB-10.
- 4. 3D Sound
- Used to enable Dolby® Virtual Speaker 2.0, which changes the sound of the ASB-10 to create a 3 dimensional effect. Holding it down for 3 seconds whilst in standby mode will enable the LED brightness control.
- 5. Volume Down
- Used to reduce the volume of the ASB-10.
- 6. Volume Up
- Used to increase the volume of the ASB-10.
Remote
Diagram of the remote control with buttons labeled: 1. Standby, 2. Volume Up, 3. Previous Track, 4. Volume Down, 5. Mute, 6. 3D Sound, 7. Play/Pause, 8. Next Track, 9. Source Toggle.
- 1. Standby
- Used to put the ASB-10 in and out of standby mode.
- 2. Volume Up
- Used to increase the volume of the ASB-10.
- 3. Previous Track
- Used to select the previous track of the audio source.
- 4. Volume Down
- Used to reduce the volume of the ASB-10.
- 5. Mute
- Used to mute the sound from the ASB-10. Pressing it again returns the volume to the previous level.
- 6. 3D Sound
- Used to enable Dolby® Virtual Speaker 2.0, which changes the sound of the ASB-10 to create a 3 dimensional effect. Holding it down for 3 seconds whilst in standby mode will enable the LED brightness control.
- 7. Play/Pause
- Used to play/pause the audio from a Bluetooth source.
- 8. Next Track
- Used to select the next track of the audio source.
- 9. Source Toggle
- Used to toggle through the various analogue and digital inputs.
Getting Started
Deciding on location
The ASB-10 is a very versatile product; it can be placed on a cabinet/shelf siting it on the supplied rubber feet. It can also be mounted to a wall using screws, which the ASB-10 will hook onto via keyhole fixings. It can also be mounted below a flat panel TV using the Sanus VMA202 Soundbar Speaker Mount. Refer to www.sanus.com for further information.
Rubber Feet
The ASB-10 comes with rubber feet for fitting on the underside of the cabinet. This is used to prevent it from moving when placed on a shelf or cabinet.
Making the Connections
Now that the location has been decided, connect the sources to the ASB-10 ensuring that none of the cables are kinked or stretched. NOTE: Do not connect the power to the ASB-10 until you have made all of your audio/video connections.
Diagram illustrating how to connect various audio sources to the ASB-10 and a subwoofer. Sources like Set-top Box, Games Console, and Blu-ray Player connect to the TV. Audio from the TV connects to the ASB-10 via Optical, Coaxial, or Auxiliary inputs. A Bluetooth device connects wirelessly to the ASB-10. The ASB-10 connects to a WS-10 Wireless Subwoofer via a subwoofer cable.
Connecting the Power
Now that all of the signal cables are connected, it is time to connect the power.
IMPORTANT: Please follow the below instructions in sequence.
- Connect the mains lead to the ASB-10.
- Connect to wall socket and where applicable turn on.
- The ASB-10 starts in standby mode (solid Red LED). Press the standby button to activate the ASB-10. The front LED will flash Blue during bootup and settle on the last selected input.
Diagram showing the power connection process: 1. Connect the mains lead to the ASB-10. 2. Connect the other end to a wall socket and turn on.
Stream Music Using Bluetooth
Entering Bluetooth Mode
Before proceeding, please ensure the ASB-10 is turned on from standby mode. Press the Bluetooth Source button on the front of the ASB-10 (item 3 on page 3) to enter Bluetooth pairing, the LED will start flashing Cyan.
Pairing Bluetooth Devices
With Bluetooth now being such a widely used protocol across a vast array of devices such as iOS, Android, PC, Mac and Windows Phones, the process of connecting via Bluetooth will vary across devices. Below are some generalised steps to get you started, but please refer to your device's instructions for more information.
- Go to the Bluetooth settings of your playback device and enable Bluetooth.
- Select and connect to ‘Monitor Audio ASB-10...’. Once paired, the LED on the front of the ASB-10 will change to solid Cyan.
- Start playing audio from your device using your preferred application.
NOTE: Volume controls will remain independent of each other.
Unpairing Bluetooth Devices
When a device has been previously paired (the ASB-10 will store the 5 most recent devices), it will automatically pair when the ASB-10 is available and Bluetooth is enabled on said device. When paired with a device, the ASB-10's front LED will be solid Cyan in the Bluetooth input.
- To pair a new device and disconnect the currently connected device, hold down the Bluetooth Source button (item 3 on page 3).
- Once unpaired with a device, the ASB-10's front LED will start flashing Cyan.
USB Firmware Update
To update the firmware by USB memory stick, the update firmware needs to be downloaded first.
NOTE: The memory stick must be formatted as FAT32 and the file that is downloaded saved on to the root folder of the drive.
- On your PC/Mac, open the internet browser and go to www.monitoraudio.com and navigate to either the ASB-10 page or the Support page.
- Download and "unzip" the update file.
- Copy the file named 'asb1_mcu.bin' or 'asb1_ess.rom' and save it to the USB stick. When it has been copied/saved, safely remove the USB stick.
- Ensure the ASB-10 is switched on and out of standby mode. Then press and hold the standby button until the LED on the front starts to flash Purple.
- Insert the USB stick into the USB input on the ASB-10 (item 6 on page 3). The ASB-10 will switch to standby once the update is complete.
Diagram showing a USB stick being inserted into the USB input on the ASB-10.
LED Brightness Control
Whilst in standby mode, hold down the 3D button on either the ASB-10 or remote for approximately 3 seconds. The front LED will turn White, and brightness can be adjusted with the volume controls. The ASB-10 will go back into standby after approximately 3 seconds of no activity.
Changing the Remote Battery
Diagram showing how to open the battery compartment on the remote control.
- Holding the remote in your hands with the buttons facing up, pull out the drawer in the bottom of the remote whilst pushing in the locking tab.
- Completely remove the drawer to reveal the battery.
- Replace only with the same type, CR2025 3v.
- Slide the drawer back into the remote.
Trouble Shooting
If experiencing problems with the Airstream ASB-10, there are some quick and easy checks, which may help to solve these problems.
- Unable to Connect using Bluetooth
- Check that your streaming device is Bluetooth enabled and paired with the ASB-10.
- If you cannot find the ASB-10, you may need to enable the discovery of devices.
- Keep away from potential sources of interference which may affect Bluetooth signal, such as microwave ovens.
- If you cannot connect to the ASB-10 and the ASB-10 is displaying a solid Cyan LED in the Bluetooth input, then another device may already be paired with the ASB-10. Hold down the Bluetooth Source button (item 3 on page 3) to unpair the connected device and make the ASB-10 discoverable (refer to page 9 for further information).
- If audio is breaking up, reduce the distance from the ASB-10.
- The ASB-10 has Forgotten my Bluetooth Device
- The ASB-10 will only remember one Bluetooth device at a time. Once a new device has been paired, the original device will be forgotten.
- No Sound
- Check the volume, mute, source, and play/pause settings. The volume controls will work independently on the device and ASB-10.
- Check that the mains power lead is connected to the ASB-10 and the mains power socket and is switched on at the wall.
- The ASB-10 is Nonresponsive
- Check that the mains power lead is connected to the ASB-10 and the mains power socket and is switched on at the wall.
- Remove the power from the ASB-10, wait for the LED to go out, and then reconnect the power.
LED Colour Matrix
| Colour | LED Status | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | Flashing | Startup |
| Red | Solid | Standby |
| Cyan | Flashing | Bluetooth Discoverable |
| Green | Solid | Auxiliary Source |
| White | Solid | Optical Source |
| Yellow | Three Flashes | Dolby® Digital Bitstream Detected |
| Purple | Flashing | Firmware Update |
| Cyan, Green, White, Yellow | Fading On/Off LED | Mute |
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ASB-10 |
| Frequency Response | 65Hz - 20kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 105dBA (@1m) |
| Power Output (RMS) | Bass/ Mid-range: 2 x 30 watts Tweeter: 2 x 20 watts |
| Drive Unit Complement | 4 x 3" (76.2mm) Bass/ Mid-range Drivers with C-CAM® Metal Cone Technology 2 x 1" (25mm) C-CAM® Gold Dome Tweeters Dual ABR (Auxiliary Bass Radiator) System |
| System Configuration | Digital Optical (toslink) Digital RCA (SPDIF) Analogue 3.5mm Stereo Jack USB A - For Firmware Updates Figure 8 IEC Mains Power Socket |
| Inputs | 2.4GHz Wireless Subwoofer RCA Subwoofer Output |
| Outputs | IR (infra-red) - IR Codes Available |
| Remote Control | 90 - 264v (auto-range) |
| AC Input Voltage | Class D |
| Amplifier Category | <0.5Watts Standby - ErP Certified. 100 watts Maximum |
| Power Consumption | Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Virtual speaker v2.0*, Bluetooth v4.0 with aptX |
| Formats | ETL/ CE/ Fcc/CB/ Erp/Bluetooth/ Dolby Laboratories Inc |
| Electrical Approvals | 180 x 1005 x 167mm (7 1/16 x 39 9/16 x 6 9/16") |
| Dimensions (each) (H x W x D) | Charcoal Grey with Black Grille Cloth |
| Colour/ Finish | 5kg (11lb) |
| Weight (each) |
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Monitor Audio reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
Guarantee
Both the craftsmanship and the performance of this product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of two years from the date of purchase (see conditions in the Important Safety Instructions booklet), provided that the product was supplied by an authorised Monitor Audio retailer under the consumer sale agreement.
To verify your manufacturer's warranty, please visit the online registration form at: www.monitoraudio.com
Owner Information
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Monitor Audio Ltd. Contact Information
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Version 1. 2016
