Features

Active Soundbar Speaker: The Polk React is a 2.0ch active soundbar speaker that consists of two 1" soft-dome tweeters, two 3.75" x 2.75" full-range drivers, and two 4.25" x 4" passive radiators for dynamic, room-filling sound. It supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and 2ch PCM playback. Optional Polk SR2 wireless rear speakers (sold separately) can be paired to the soundbar in order to create a true surround sound experience.

Wireless Powered Sub: The Polk React Sub has been perfectly tuned to extend the bass of the React soundbar for virtually any movie or music soundtrack. The React Sub wirelessly connects to a React soundbar speaker with a wireless range of approximately 30\’. Once connected, Polk\’s Bass Adjust EQ automatically adjust the React Series soundbar settings to accommodate the React Sub\’s additional bass. The Polk React Sub houses a down-firing 7\” long-throw, high-excursion woofer that is driven by a built-in amplifier for deep, extended bass. The wireless powered subwoofer\’s bass-reflex enclosure features a down-firing low-turbulence, flared port tube that keeps the bass tight and precise.

Listening Modes: Select Movie, Music, Sports, or Night mode to optimize the soundbar for your listening application. Movie mode provides a virtual "theater-like" surround sound, while Music mode is suitable for enjoying music in stereo. Night Mode compresses the soundbar\’s dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds) to make audio easier to hear at low volumes. Sports mode enhances dialog-rich content, like sporting events, news, casts, and talk shows.

Voice Adjust: Voice Adjust technology dramatically increases vocal clarity and volume level for crystal clear dialog no matter what you\’re watching. You can customize the voice levels in the soundbar however you prefer to reproduce clear, crisp dialog and never miss a single word of your favorite movie, TV show, or sporting event.

HDMI ARC: The Polk React is equipped with one HDMI ARC out to connect the soundbar to your TV\’s HDMI ARC input. The HDMI ARC output allows audio from your TV to be sent through the soundbar system. The HDMI ARC output supports 5.1ch Dolby Digital, 5.1ch DTS, & 2ch PCM.

• Some televisions will only pass 2ch PCM through the ARC-enabled HDMI input from devices connected to the TV.
• The HDMI ARC jack supports audio transmission only; not compatible with video transmission.

Optical Digital Input: In addition to HDMI ARC connectivity, the Polk React soundbar is outfitted with an optical (toslink) digital input that supports 2ch PCM, 5.1ch Dolby Digital, and 5.1ch DTS.

WiFi Certified: The Polk React soundbar speaker is WiFi certified with support for 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac for wireless connection to your network router. WiFi network connectivity gives you access to Spotify Connect and Built-in Alexa.

Built-In Amazon Alexa: The Polk React features built-in Alexa with an integrated microphone for voice control of the soundbar. Use your voice and Alexa to control soundbar functions such as volume, levels, sound modes, and more. Other voice control functions include Music, Calling, Smarthome, and more. You will need to download the Alexa App (for Apple iOS 11.0+ and Android OS 6.0+) onto your compatible smartphone or tablet to setup the built-in Alexa feature. The Polk React soundbar can also be controlled and used with other Amazon Alexa devices (such as the Echo, Dot, and Show – sold separately).

• Music: Access and control popular music services such as Amazon Music, Apple Music, Tidal, Pandora, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Spotify Connect, SiriusXM, and more (subscriptions and fees will apply). You can even play and control music from Amazon, Amazon Unlimited, Amazon Prime, and other 3rd-party music providers across multiple Amazon Alexa devices at the same time. You can also upload your personal music collection from iTunes or Apple Music, Google Play Music, and more to your music library on Amazon and then stream your music through the soundbar.
• Calling: Use the built-in Amazon Alexa teach friends and family in the US, Canada, and Mexico from your sound bar. Once you verify your phone number and sync your contacts in the Amazon Alexa app, just ask Alexa to call any of your contacts by name.
• Smarthome: Built-in Alexa works with devices such as lights, switches, thermostats, and more from WeMo, Philips Hue, Samsung SmartThings, Nest, Insteon and more. Ask Alexa to switch on a lamp, turn on the fan, dim the lights, or increase the temperature. Some products work directly with Alexa and other smart home ecosystems require a compatible hub.
• Other: The built-in Alexa can help you stay connected to the news that matters most to you – like world & local news, traffic, weather, sports, and movie times. You can even use Alexa to setup your calendars and reminders. Alexa can also tap into Yelp to provide you with info on local restaurants, shops, and other businesses. In addition, Alexa makes a great calculator and dictionary. You can even get fast facts on all type of topics from Wikipedia. Alexa also offers funny jokes and fun games for the family.

Spotify Connect: If you have a premium subscription to Spotify and have the Spotify App on your Apple iOS or Android mobile device, you can stream Spotify to the Polk React soundbar speaker. Spotify is a digital music service that gives you on-demand access to one of the largest music libraries in the world (over 15 million tracks and counting). Spotify makes it easier than ever to discover, manage, and share music with your friends. You can browse music by artist, album, track, or most popular; and create your own music library with customized playlists.

Bluetooth Audio Streaming: Thanks to built-in Bluetooth 4.2, you are able to wirelessly stream stored music, music apps, and other audio content from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer to the Polk React soundbar speaker. You will still control playback functions and view song/artist/album information from your Bluetooth-enabled source device. The soundbar has a wireless Bluetooth range of approximately 32.8\’.

• Supported Codecs: In addition to supporting Bluetooth\’s standard SBC codec, the React also supports AAC for high quality playback from Bluetooth-enabled Apple iOS devices (including iPod, iPhone, and iPad).
• Multi-Device Pairing: You can pair up to 8 Bluetooth source devices, but only one device can be connected and used for playback at a time.

Remote Control: The included IR remote control provides wireless operation of the Polk React soundbar speaker system. In addition, the Polk React offers support for HDMI-CEC, built-in preset remote codes, TV remote control learning.

• HDMI CEC: If your TV is connected to the Polk React via HDMI and your TV supports HDMI CEC, you can control the volume and mute functions of the soundbar speaker system from your TV\’s remote control.
• Preset Codes: Built-in preset codes allow for most Samsung, LG, Vizio, and Sony TV remotes to control the Polk React\’s volume and mute functions right out of the box (no programming required). TV must be manufactured within the last 5 years.
• IR Learning Function: If you have another brand of television that is not listed above, or you have a cable or satellite receiver, you can also program the Polk React soundbar speaker system to respond to one of these remotes (remote functions include – Power, Volume, and Mute).

Mounting Options: The Polk React soundbar can simply be table-top mounted or mounted on a wall using its integrated keyhole slots (mounting screws not included). The soundbar should be centered below or above your television. Place the wireless power subwoofer along the same wall as the Polk React soundbar; no more than 30\’ away.

Auto Power Off: After approximately 20 minutes of no operation and no audio signal, the Polk React soundbar & subwoofer system will turn off automatically.