Using Main Unit Controls, Using TV Remote Controller

BASIC OPERATION

Using Main Unit Controls

1. (ON/STANDBY) button/INPUT button

Switches the power on/standby. Also, switches the input source. To turn the power on: Press once.

To turn the standby: Press and hold for 3 seconds. The indicators go off.

To input the source: Press once to switch. Switches in the order of TV USB Bluetooth each time the button is pressed.

5. SOUND MODE indicators

Lights according to the selected sound mode.

MUSIC	Lights in the music mode.
NEWS	Lights in the news mode.
MOVIE	Lights in the movie mode.
	Lights when the input signal is Dolby Digital.

3. INPUT buttons
Switches the input source.
To play the TV sound: Turns the TV on and press the		button.
To play music from a USB flash drive: Connect the USB flash drive and
press the	button.
To play music from a Bluetooth device: Press the		button. Refer to
page 16 for connecting.

Playing via Bluetooth Connection

Within 33 ft (10 m)

Using TV Remote Controller

Preprogrammed functions: This unit has been preprogrammed so that it can be operated with your existing TV remote controller. The functions that can be operated are volume control (+/–) and muting ( ). If you want to use other functions or cannot operate with your TV remote controller, you can use the learning function as below to enable the operation.

The mute state can be turned over each time you press the Mute button on your TV

Learning function	Button operation (Press simultaneously for 3 seconds)
MUTE		+
INPUT		+
SOUND MODE		+

If smoke, smell or abnormal noise is produced by the soundbar, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet immediately and contact your Onkyo dealer.

Audio

There’s no sound, or it’s very quiet

The subwoofer produces no sound

Make sure that there is no obstacle or reflection between the soundbar and the subwoofer.

Make sure that the pairing the soundbar and the subwoofer completes normally. (At the time of purchase, pairing has

Noise can be heard

Do not bind the power cord, connection cables and other audio cables with a band. An audio cable may be picking up interference. Try repositioning your cables.

Make sure that there is no obstacle or

You can play MP3 files stored on the root folder only. MP3 files stored on the other folders cannot be played on this unit.

The Soundbar supports USB flash drives only. Note, however, that playback may not be possible with some USB flash drives.

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Auto Power On function: The unit automatically turns on when audio signal is output from the TV. To switch on/off this function, press and hold first ,

and then for about 3 seconds. When this function is set to on, the indicator flashes once. It flashes twice when this function is set to off.

Auto Standby function: The unit automatically enters the standby mode if the status with no operation and sound continues 5 minutes. To switch on/off

this function, press and hold first , and then for about 3 seconds.

When this function is set to on, the indicator flashes once. It flashes twice when this function is set to off.

2. INPUT source indicators

Lights when the source is TV.

Lights when the source is USB.

Lights when the source is Bluetooth.

3. VOLUME –/+ buttons

Allows to adjust the volume by 1 step in the 0 to 30 range.

6.Left channel speaker

7.Status indicator

Lights white when the power is on. It keeps flashing during mute. It flashes just once every time volume is adjusted or the input or sound mode is changed (Only when using remote controller). It goes off during standby.

8. Right channel speaker

Using Remote Controller

How to Use Remote Controller

Remote control sensor

Approx.16 ft
(5 m)	20°
30°

4. VOLUME +/– buttons

Allows to adjust the volume by 1 step in the 0 to 30 range.

5. SUBWOOFER +/– button

Allows to adjust the subwoofer level by 1 step in the –10 to +10 range while listening to the sound. The default setting is 0.

6. SOUND MODE button

Switches the sound mode of input sound as desired. The mode switches in the order of MUSIC NEWS MOVIE MUSIC each time the button is pressed. You can select the mode for each input source (TV, USB and Bluetooth).

MUSIC Mode: Gives concert hall-like sound effect.

NEWS Mode: Allows to comfortably listen news programs.

MOVIE Mode: Creates powerful 3D sound effect suitable for enjoying movies.

7. USB operation buttons

Allows operation when the input source is USB.

Steps 3 and 4 need to be performed

1. Turn the unit on.
2. Press	.
The	indicator flashes faster, and
the pairing starts.
The pairing will end in about 30 seconds
and the indicator starts flashing slowly.
3. On the Bluetooth device, select
the unit (Onkyo LS-B50) to
make a connection.
For details on operation, see the instruction
manual of the Bluetooth device.
If the operation does not start as
normal within the 33 feet (10 m)
range, get the Bluetooth device closer
to the unit and retry the operation.

remote controller. In such case, you can synchronize the mute status of the unit and the TV by pressing and holding the Mute button on your TV remote controller.

To disable the preprogrammed function, press and hold first , and then for about 10 seconds. When the preprogrammed function is successfully disabled, indicator flashes 3 times, then any TV remote controller cannot be used to operate the unit. When you want to re-enable the preprogrammed function, perform the same operation. When the preprogrammed function is successfully re-enabled, indicator flashes once, then you can use any remote controller using preprogrammed function.

To control the preprogrammed functions: Varieties of TV remote controllers have been preprogrammed on this unit, which may lead to unintended operation from the other remote controller than your TV remote controller. In such case, press and hold first and then , and then press either volume or mute button on your TV remote controller 2 or 3 times to turn on the controlling

function. When the controlling function is set to on, the indicator flashes twice, and then, the other remote controller cannot be operated.

Controlling function may not be set to some TV remote controllers.

To cancel the controlling function, press and hold first , and then for about 10 seconds. When

the controlling function is successfully cancelled, indicator flashes once, then you can use any remote controller using preprogrammed function.

Learning function: You can operate the unit with a TV remote controller by assigning the functions to the buttons of the remote controller. Perform the following button

It is recommended to select buttons that do not prevent TV operation when assigning the functions to your remote controller.

Signal of some types of remote controller may not be received by the unit. In that case, use the remote controller supplied with the unit.

Troubleshooting

Check the items below if you have any problem.

Before requesting repair: If the unit does not work or accept control, try resetting the unit to its factory defaults and check if your problem is solved. Perform the following reset procedure.

1. Press and hold the button on the main unit and the buttons for 10 seconds.

When reset is complete, the three INPUT source indicators flash and the unit automatically enters the standby mode.

Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way. (P.7, 8)

Make sure that the input of device is connected properly. (P.7, 8) When the Status indicator flashes in white, the muting is enabled. Press or Volume –/+ on the remote controller or the Volume +/– buttons simultaneously on the soundbar to disable the muting. (P.14)

Make sure that none of the connecting cables are bent, twisted, or damaged.

The base sound cannot be heard

The protection circuit in the subwoofer may have tripped due to a rise in temperature. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and reconnect after a while.

already been completed.) If the pairing is required, please perform the following operation.

Buttons of the unit

Rear of the subwoofer

Turn on the soundbar

1. Press	while pressing	.
(3 seconds)
The status indicator flashes. (30 seconds)

reflection between the soundbar and the subwoofer.

Remote Controller

The remote controller doesn’t work

Make sure that the battery is installed with the correct polarity. (P.13) Make sure that the remote controller is not too far away from the soundbar, and that there’s no obstruction between the remote controller and the soundbar’s remote control sensor. (P.13)

Make sure that the soundbar is not subjected to direct sunshine or invertertype fluorescent lights. Relocate if necessary.

Playing USB Memory

The unit supports USB memory formatted using FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 file system.

The soundbar contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe interference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it back in.

If it doesn’t work properly, please try resetting (P.18).

Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by

Pressing the buttons together will mute audio. The status indicator on the front of the main unit will flash. Press the VOLUME-/+ button again to cancel mute.

4. SOUND MODE button

30°

20°

How to Replace Remote Controller Battery

1.	z (ON/STANDBY) button
Switches the power on/standby.
2.	(Mute) button

button: Pressing once returns the audio to the beginning of the file being played. Pressing twice continuously returns it to the previous file. Then the audio will skip back to the previous file each time the button is pressed.

on the Bluetooth device.

If a passcode (password, passkey or

PIN code) is requested, enter "0000".

When the pairing is completed, the

indicator lights.

operation, when the indicator starts flashing, direct your TV remote controller to remote control sensor of this unit and press the button to assign on the TV remote controller 3 times.

When the Learning function is successfully set, indicator flashes twice.

* Press button first when pressing and holding the buttons together.

Power

Can’t turn on the soundbar

Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged into the wall outlet. (P.8)

The soundbar turns off and after restoring the power, it turns off again

The protection circuit has been activated. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet immediately. Make sure that all

2. Press and hold LINK button on the

rear of the subwoofer (supplied)

until the LINK indicator lights.

The LINK indicator flashes faster.

The unit is compatible with MP3 playback and following audio format is supported.

- MPEG1 Audio Layer3 format with a

sampling rate of 32, 44.1 or 48 kHz and

the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly.

MUSIC Mode: Gives concert hall-like sound effect.

NEWS Mode: Allows to comfortably listen news programs.

MOVIE Mode: Creates powerful 3D sound effect suitable for enjoying movies.

		Positive (+) side
1	(Back side)	(Back side)
1		3
	2	4

Use only a battery of the same type (CR2025).

Turns the audio off temporarily. Press again to cancel muting. The Status indicator flashes when the audio is muted.

Muting will also be canceled when the volume is changed or the power is turned off and on.

button: Pressing during stop starts playback. Pressing during playback temporarily stops the audio.

button: The audio skips to the next file each time the button is pressed.

4. Start playback.

If you reset Bluetooth of this unit or removed the registration of this unit from the Bluetooth device, perform pairing (see above) again.

To connect any other Bluetooth device, press and hold the button of the main unit to start pairing.

Learning function	Button operation (Press simultaneously for 3 seconds)
ON/STANDBY
VOLUME +
VOLUME –

Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait 10 seconds or more, then plug it in again.

The soundbar turns off unexpectedly

The soundbar will automatically enter standby mode when Auto Standby launches. (P.12)

cables and input sources are properly connected, and leave the soundbar with its power cord disconnected for 1 hour. After that, reconnect the power cord and turn the power on. If the soundbar turns off again, unplug the power cord and contact your Onkyo dealer.

The LINK indicator lights when the

pairing is completed.

	32 to 320 kbps bit rate
-	MPEG2 Audio Layer3 format with a
	sampling rate of 16, 22.05 or 24 kHz
	and 8 to 160 kbps bit rate
-	MPEG2.5 Audio Layer3 format with a
	sampling rate of 8, 11.025 or 12 kHz
	and 8 to 64 kbps bit rate

BASIC OPERATION