BAR 5.

1 SURROUND

OWNER’S MANUAL
 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
The JBL Bar 5.1 Surround (soundbar and subwoofer) has been
designed for use with 100-240 volt, 50/60 Hz AC current.
Connection to a line voltage other than that for which your
product is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may
damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage
requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in
your area, contact your retailer or customer service representative
before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord supplied
with your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be
used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run
power cords under rugs or carpets, or place heavy objects on
them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately
by an authorized service center with a cord that meets factory
specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always
pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use this
speaker for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug
from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product.
Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any
modification to the product will void your warranty. If water
accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power
source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 7. SOUND SETTINGS 15

1. INTRODUCTION 4 8. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS 15

2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX 5 9. SOFTWARE UPDATE 16

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 6 10. RE-CONNECT THE SUBWOOFER 16

3.1 SOUNDBAR 6

3.2 SUBWOOFER 6
11. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 17
3.3 REMOTE CONTROL 7

12. TROUBLESHOOTING 18
4. PLACE 7
4.1 DESKTOP PLACEMENT 7

4.2 WALL-MOUNTING 8
13. TRADEMARKS 19

5. CONNECT 8
14. OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE 20
5.1 TV CONNECTION 8

5.2 DIGITAL DEVICE CONNECTION 8

5.3 CONNECTION WITH YOUR HOME NETWORK 9

5.4 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION 10

6. PLAY 11
6.1 POWER-ON/AUTO STANDBY/AUTO WAKEUP 11

6.2 FIRST-TIME SETUP 12

6.3 PLAY FROM THE TV SOURCE 12

6.4 PLAY FROM THE HDMI IN SOURCE 13

6.5 PLAY FROM THE BLUETOOTH SOURCE 13

6.6 PLAY THROUGH CHROMECAST 13

6.7 PLAY THROUGH AIRPLAY 14

6.8 MULTI-ROOM PLAYBACK 14

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 1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround (soundbar
and subwoofer) which is designed to bring an extraordinary sound
experience to your home entertainment system. We encourage
you to take a few minutes to read through this manual, which
describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions for
setting up and getting started.
To make the most of product features and support, you may
need to update the product software through the Internet
and the USB connector in the future. Refer to the software
update section in this manual to ensure that your product
has the latest software.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions about the soundbar, installation or
operation, please contact your retailer or customer service
representative, or visit our website: www.jbl.com.

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HDMI cable
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Unpack the box carefully and ensure that the following parts are
included. If any part is damaged or missing, do not use it and
contact your retailer or customer service representative.
Sound bar

Subwoofer
Wall-mounting kit

Product information & wall-mounting template

Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)

Power cord*

x2
* Power cord quantity and plug type vary region.

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 5)
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW • Connect to the HDMI ARC input on your TV

3.1 Soundbar 6)
• Connect to the HDMI output on your digital device
Controls
3.2 Subwoofer
1 2 3 4

1) (Power)
• Switch on or to standby
2) -/+ (Volume)
• Decrease or increase the volume
• Press and hold to decrease or increase the volume 1
continuously.
• Press the two buttons together to mute or unmute. 2
3) Microphone
• For audio calibration (Automatic Multibeam Calibration 1)
(AMC)) • Connection status indicator

4) (Source) Solid white Connected to the soundbar

• Select a sound source: TV (default, for TV connection
Fast flashing white Pairing mode
where the connector is prioritized
over the connector), Bluetooth or HDMI IN Reconnecting or exiting the
Slow flashing white
pairing mode
5) Status display
Solid amber Standby mode
Rear connectors
2)
1 2 3 4 5 6 • Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)

1)
• Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)
2)
• USB connector for software update
• Connect to a USB storage device for MP3 file playback
(for US version only)
3)
• Connect to the optical output on your TV or digital device
4)
• Connect to your home network through an Ethernet
cable

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3.3 Remote control 4. PLACE

1
4.1 Desktop placement
Place the soundbar and subwoofer on a flat and stable surface.
Make sure that the subwoofer is at least 3 ft (1 m) away from the
2
soundbar, and 4” (10 cm) away from the wall.
3
4
5

6 > 10cm/4”

1m/3ft
7

1)
• Switch on or to standby NOTES:
− The power cord shall be properly connected to power.
2)
− Do not place any objects on the top of the soundbar or subwoofer.
• Select the TV source (for TV connection where the − Make sure that the distance between the subwoofer and the soundbar
connector is prioritized over the is less than 20 ft (6 m).
connector)
3) (Bluetooth)
• Select the Bluetooth source
• Press and hold to connect another Bluetooth device

4)
• Select the bass level for subwoofer: 1/2/3 (default)/4/5
5) HDMI
• Select the source
6) + / -
• Increase or decrease the volume
• Press and hold to increase or decrease the volume
continuously.
7) (Mute)
• Mute/unmute

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 4.2 Wall-mounting 5. CONNECT
5.1 TV connection
Connect the soundbar with your TV through the supplied HDMI
cable or an optical cable (sold separately).
Through the supplied HDMI cable
An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a
>2” (50mm) 1a) single connection. HDMI connectivity is the best option for your
soundbar.

1b) 1
≤8 mm/ 4mm/ 1c) HDMI OUT
0.31" 0.16"
(TV ARC)

≥30 mm/1.18"

2 3 HDMI (ARC)

4 1. Connect the soundbar with your TV by using the supplied

HDMI cable.
2. On your TV, check that HDMI-CEC and HDMI ARC have been
enabled. Refer to the owner’s manual of your TV for more
information.
1. Preparation:
NOTES:
a) With a minimum distance of 2” (50mm) from your TV, stick − Full compatibility with all HDMI-CEC devices is not guaranteed.
the supplied wall-mounting template to a wall by using − Contact your TV manufacturer if you have problems with the HDMI-
adhesive tapes. CEC compatibility of your TV.
b) Use your ballpen tip to mark the screw holder location.
Remove the template.
Through an optical cable
c) On the marked location, drill a 4 mm/0.16” hole.
2. Install the support for wall-mounting bracket.
3. With the screw, fasten the wall-mounting bracket onto the
bottom of the soundbar. OPTICAL
4. Mount the soundbar.

NOTES: OPTICAL
− Make sure that the wall can support the weight of the soundbar.
− Install on a vertical wall only.
− Avoid a location under high temperature or humidity. • Connect the soundbar with your TV by using an optical cable
− Before wall-mounting, make sure that cables can be properly (sold separately).
connected between the soundbar and external devices.
− Before wall-mounting, make sure that the soundbar is unplugged from 5.2 Digital device connection
power. Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock.
1. Make sure that you have connected your TV to the soundbar
through the HDMI ARC connection (See “Through the supplied
HDMI cable” under “TV connection” in the “CONNECT”
chapter).
2. Use an HDMI cable (V2.0 or later) to connect the soundbar
with your digital device, such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray
player or game console.

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3. On your digital device, check that HDMI-CEC has been 2. On your Android or iOS device, add the soundbar to your
enabled. Refer to the owner’s manual of your digital device for home Wi-Fi network.
more information. Select an app to complete Wi-Fi setup.

HDMI (ARC)

1
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC) Google Home

< 10 m / 33 ft
CHROMECAST SETUP WIFI

HDMI IN

2 * JBL BAR Setup

Alexa
& AirPlay
HDMI OUT

• Google Home app: for playback through Chromecast

built-in™
• JBL BAR Setup app: for playback through AirPlay
Through the Google Home app
. a) Connect your Android or iOS device to your home Wi-Fi
.
. network. Download the Google Home app. Sign in with
your Google account. If you do not have, create a new one.
NOTES: b) Follow the app instructions to complete setup.
− * The HDMI cable is sold separately.
− Contact your digital device manufacturer if you have problems with the Google Home

HDMI-CEC compatibility of your digital device.

− When both HDMI ARC and optical cables are connected to the
soundbar, the audio output of HDMI ARC connection is prioritized.

Google Home
5.3 Connection with your home network
Through Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable, connect the soundbar to
your home network. With Chromecast built-in™*, AirPlay and
Alexa* supported, the soundbar allows you to stream audio on
smartphones or tablets through the soundbar speakers.
NOTES:
− * Some features require subscriptions or services not available in all
countries.
CHROMECAST READY SETUP WIFI
1. On the soundbar, enter the Wi-Fi setup mode:
• Press to switch on (See “Power-on/Auto standby/Auto
wakeup” in the “PLAY” chapter).
→ If the soundbar has not been connected to a network,
the screen shows “ ” and then, “ ”.
• To re-enter the Wi-Fi setup mode, press and hold until
“ ” is displayed.

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 Through the JBL BAR Setup app 5.4 Bluetooth connection
a) Connect your iOS device to your home Wi-Fi network.
Through Bluetooth, connect the soundbar with your Bluetooth
Download the JBL BAR Setup app.
device, such as a smartphone, tablet and laptop.
b) With the JBL BAR Setup app, connect the soundbar to
your home Wi-Fi network. Follow the app instructions to Settings Bluetooth
complete setup.

a) Bluetooth

DEVICES

JBL BAR Setup JBL Bar 5.1_xxxx Connected

Make sure your speaker is
eady to setup
Now Discoverable

JBL BAR Setup

< 10 m / 33 ft

BT PAIRING

Connect a Bluetooth device

SETUP WIFI
1. Press to switch on (See “Power-on/Auto standby/Auto
wakeup” in the “PLAY” chapter).

b) 2. To select Bluetooth source, press on the soundbar or on

the remote control.
→ “ ”: Ready for BT pairing
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3. On your Bluetooth device, enable Bluetooth and search for
“ ” within three minutes.
Your Network

Your Password
→ Successful connection: The device name is displayed
if your device is named in English. A confirmation tone
is heard.
To reconnect the last paired device
Your Bluetooth device is retained as a paired device when the
soundbar goes to standby mode. Next time you switch to the
Bluetooth source, the soundbar reconnects the last paired
3. If necessary, use an Ethernet cable to connect the soundbar device automatically.
to your home network.
• Make sure that you connect to the same network as you
did during the setup.

NOTES:
− During the Wi-Fi setup through the Google Home app, you can name
the soundbar and organize it by room.
− On your iOS device, add the soundbar to the Apple Home app and
manage it together with other AirPlay 2-compatible speakers.
− On your iOS device, if the soundbar has been added to your home
Wi-Fi network, you can start AirPlay streaming from an AirPlay-
compatible app (See “Play through AirPlay” in the “PLAY” chapter).

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To connect to another Bluetooth device
6. PLAY
6.1 Power-on/Auto standby/Auto wakeup

3S
2 1
POWER

1. In the Bluetooth source, press and hold on the soundbar or

on the remote control until “ ” is displayed.
3 HELLO
→ The previously paired device is cleared from the soundbar.
→ The soundbar enters the Bluetooth pairing mode.
2. Follow the Step 3 under “Connect a Bluetooth device”.
• If the device has ever been paired with the soundbar, first
unpair “ ” on the device.

NOTES:
− The Bluetooth connection will be lost if the distance between the
soundbar and Bluetooth device exceeds 33 ft (10 m).
− Electronic devices may cause radio interference. Devices that generate
electromagnetic waves must be kept away from the Soundbar, such
as microwaves and wireless LAN devices.
POWER
2 1

Switch on
1. Connect the soundbar and subwoofer to power by using the
supplied power cords.
→ The screen on the soundbar shows “ ” and then,
“ ”.
2. On the soundbar, press to switch on.
→ “ ” is displayed.
→ The subwoofer is connected to the soundbar automatically.
Connected: turns solid white.
NOTES:
− Use the supplied power cords only.
− Before connecting to power, make sure that you have properly plugged
the power cords into the soundbar and subwoofer.
− Before switching on the soundbar, make sure that you have completed
all other connections (See “TV connection” and “Digital device
connection” in the “Connect” chapter).

Auto standby
If the soundbar is inactive for more than 10 minutes, it will switch
to standby mode automatically. “ ” is displayed. The
subwoofer also goes to standby, and turns solid amber.
Next time you switch on the soundbar, it returns to the last
selected source.

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 Auto wakeup 6.3 Play from the TV source
In standby mode, the soundbar will wake up automatically when With the soundbar connected, you can enjoy TV audio from the
• the soundbar is connected to your TV through the HDMI soundbar speakers.
ARC connection and your TV is switched on;
• the soundbar is connected to your TV through an optical
cable and audio signals are detected from the optical cable;
• the soundbar is connected to your TV through the HDMI
HDMI OPTICAL
ARC connection and through the HDMI connection, is also ARC

connected to your digital device such as a set-top box, DVD/

Blu-ray player or game console, and your digital device is
switched on;
• the soundbar is connected to your home network and audio
is streamed to the soundbar through Chromecast or AirPlay.

6.2 First-time setup

Automatic Multibeam Calibration
TV
With Automatic Multibeam Calibration (AMC), your surround
sound experience can be optimized for your favorite seating
position.
• On the remote control, press and hold until
“ ” is displayed on the soundbar.
→ Countdown starts from 5 to 1. 1. Make sure that your TV is set to support external speakers
→ Loud sound is heard. Audio calibration starts. and the built-in TV speakers are muted. Refer to the owner’s
→ “ ”: Calibration ongoing. manual of your TV for more information.
→ “ ”: Calibration completed successfully. 2. Make sure that the soundbar has been properly connected
to your TV (See “TV connection” in the “CONNECT” chapter).
3. To select the TV source, press on the soundbar or on
the remote control.
→ “ ”: The TV source is selected.
• In the factory settings, the TV source is selected by
default.

NOTES:
− If the soundbar is connected to your TV through both an HDMI cable
and an optical cable, the HDMI cable is selected for the TV connection.

6.3.1 TV remote control setup

CALIBRATION
To use your TV remote control for both your TV and the soundbar,
check that your TV supports HDMI-CEC. If your TV does not
support HDMI-CEC, follow the steps under “TV remote control
learning”.
HDMI-CEC
If your TV supports HDMI-CEC, enable the functions as instructed
5S in your TV user manual. You can control the volume +/-, mute/
unmute, and power on/standby functions on your soundbar
through the TV remote control.
NOTES:
− During AMC, all buttons on the remote control are disabled except
for and .
− “ ” is displayed if AMC failed.

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TV remote control learning 3. Switch your TV to standby mode.
1. On the soundbar, press and hold and + until → The soundbar and source device are switched to standby
“ ” is displayed. mode.
→ You enter the TV remote control learning mode. NOTES:
2. Within 15 seconds, do the following on the soundbar and your − Full compatibility with all HDMI-CEC devices is not guaranteed.
TV remote control:
a) On the soundbar: press one of the following buttons +, -, 6.5 Play from the Bluetooth source
+ and - together (for the mute/unmute function), and . Through Bluetooth, stream audio play on your Bluetooth device
b) On your TV remote control: press the desired button. to the soundbar.
→ “ ” is displayed on the soundbar.
1. Check that the soundbar has been properly connected to
→ “ ”: The function of the soundbar button is learnt your Bluetooth device (See “Bluetooth connection” in the
by your TV remote control button. “CONNECT” chapter).
3. Repeat Step 2 to complete the button learning.
2. To select the Bluetooth source, press on the soundbar or
4. To exit the TV remote control learning mode, press and hold on the remote control.
and + on the soundbar until “ ” is displayed.
3. Start audio play on your Bluetooth device.
→ The soundbar returns to the last selected source.
4. Adjust the volume on the soundbar or your Bluetooth device.
6.4 Play from the HDMI IN source
With the soundbar connected as shown, your digital device can
6.6 Play through Chromecast
play video on your TV and audio from the soundbar speakers. Through Chromecast, stream audio on your Android or iOS
device to the soundbar.
1. On the soundbar,
• Check that the soundbar has been properly connected
to your home network (See “Connection with your home
HDMI (ARC)
network” in the “CONNECT” chapter).
2. On your Android or iOS device,
1
HDMI OUT
a) Check that your Android or iOS device has been
(TV ARC) connected to the same network as the soundbar.
b) On a Chromecast-supported app, play music, tap the
cast icon and select the connected soundbar.

HDMI IN

HDMI OUT

CHROMECAST
.
.
.
3. To exit from the music playback, switch to other sources.
1. Make sure that the soundbar has been properly connected to
your TV and digital device (See “TV connection” and “Digital
device connection” in the “CONNECT” chapter).
2. Switch on your digital device.
→ Your TV and the soundbar wake up from standby mode
and switch to the input source automatically.
• To select the source on the soundbar, press
on the soundbar or on the remote control.

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 6.7 Play through AirPlay 6.8 Multi-room playback
Through AirPlay, stream audio on your iOS device to the soundbar. With the multi-room playback, you can stream music on your
1. On the soundbar, Android or iOS device to multiple Chromecast-enabled/AirPlay /
Alexa speakers.
• Check that the soundbar has been properly connected
to your home network (See “Connection with your home
network” in the “CONNECT” chapter).
2. On your iOS device,
a) Check that your iOS device has been connected to the
same network as the soundbar.
b) To enter the Control Center on an iOS device, swipe down
from the upper right corner (iOS 12 or later) or swipe up
from the bottom edge (iOS 11 or earlier). Tap to select
the connected soundbar and then, start audio streaming
from an app.
6.8.1 Chromecast built-in
Music 1. Through the Google Home app, connect multiple Chromecast-
iPhone

Dining Room speaker

enabled speakers to the same network, assign them to multiple
rooms, and create groups as needed.
2. Run a Chromecast-enabled app on your smartphone or tablet.

3. Play music. Press and select the grouped speakers.

NOTES:
− Refer to the Google Home app for more details.
− Depending on the bandwidth of your local network, you can stream
music to up to 6 Chromecast-enabled speakers.
AIRPLAY
6.8.2 AirPlay

3. To exit from the music playback, switch to other sources.

NOTES: Music

− The soundbar can support audio streaming and cannot support video
streaming.
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− During Chromecast or AirPlay, music playback pauses on the current
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connected device when you start music playback on a second
connected device.
− When the soundbar switches between your home Wi-Fi and wired
network during AirPlay 2, music playback pauses and will resume in
a few minutes, depending on the bandwidth condition of broadband.
For the connection to your home wired network, see Step 3 under 1. On an iOS device, enter the Control Center.
“Connection with your home network” in the Chapter “CONNECT”. 2. Tap to select multiple connected speakers as needed.
3. Start music streaming from an app.

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7. SOUND SETTINGS 8. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS
By restoring the default settings defined at factories. you remove
Bass adjustment
all your personalized settings from the soundbar.
1. Check that the soundbar and subwoofer are properly • On the soundbar, press and hold and for more than 10
connected (See the “PLAY” chapter). seconds.
2. On the remote control, press repeatedly to switch → “ ” is displayed.
between bass levels. → The soundbar shows “ ” and “ ” and then,
goes to standby mode.
→ “ ” to “ ” is displayed (default: “ ”).
Audio sync
With the audio sync function, you can synchronize audio and
video to make sure that no delay is heard from your video content.
1. On the remote control, press and hold for more than three
seconds and then, press +.
2. Within five seconds, press + or - on the remote control to
adjust the audio delay and match with video.
→ The audio sync timing is displayed.
Smart mode
With the smart mode enabled by default, you can enjoy TV
programs with rich sound effects. For TV programs such as
news and weather forecasts, you can reduce sound effects by
disabling the smart mode and switching to the standard mode.
Smart mode: EQ settings and JBL Surround Sound are applied
for rich sound effects.
Standard mode: The preset EQ settings are applied for standard
sound effects.

To disable the smart mode, do the following:

1. On the remote control, press and hold for more than three
seconds and then, press +.
→ Current mode is displayed. “ ”: The
smart mode is enabled.
2. Repeat Step 1.
→ You switch to another mode. “ ”: The
standard mode is enabled.
→ Next time you switch on the soundbar, the smart mode is
enabled again automatically.

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 9. SOFTWARE UPDATE 10. RE-CONNECT THE SUBWOOFER
For optimal product performance and your best user experience, The soundbar and subwoofer are paired at factories. After
JBL may offer software updates for the soundbar system in the power-on, they are paired and connected automatically. In some
future. Please visit www.jbl.com or contact JBL call center to special cases, you may need to pair them again.
receive more information about downloading update files.
Updating online
Connect the soundbar to your home network. Updating online
happens automatically if software updates are available.

2 1 POWER

PROGRESS
4 3
POWER

During software updating, “ ” and the completed

percentage are displayed. When software updating is complete,
the soundbar shows “ ” and “ ” and then, goes to
standby mode.
Updating through a USB storage device
1. Check that you have saved the software update file to the root To re-enter the subwoofer pairing mode
directory of a USB storage device. 1. On the rear panel of subwoofer, press and hold until it turns
2. Connect the USB device. fast flashing white.
3. To enter the software update mode, press and hold and - on 2. To enter the subwoofer pairing mode on the soundbar, press
the soundbar for more than 10 seconds. and hold on the remote control for more than five seconds.
→ “ ” is displayed. Press - on the remote control.
→ “ ”: Software updating underway → “ ”: The subwoofer is ready for pairing.
→ “ ”: Software updating completed → “ ”: The subwoofer is connected.
→ The soundbar returns to the last selected source. NOTES:
− The subwoofer will exit the pairing mode in three minutes if pairing and
NOTES: connection are not completed. turns from fast flashing white to
− Keep the soundbar powered on and the USB storage device mounted slow flashing white.
before software updating is complete.

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• 5G Wireless frequency range: 5732 MHz - 5848 MHz
11. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
• 5G Max. transmitting power: < 10 dBm
General specification: • Modulation Type: FSK
• Model: Bar 5.1 CNTR (Soundbar Unit), Bar 5.1 SUB Dimensions
(Subwoofer Unit)
• Dimensions (W x H x D):
• Power supply: 100 - 240V AC, ~ 50/60 Hz 1018 x 58 x 100 mm / 40.1”x 2.3” x 3.9” (Soundbar);
• Total speaker power output (Max. @THD 1%): 550 W 305 x 440 x 305 mm / 12.0”x 17.3”x 12.0” (Subwoofer)
• Soundbar output power (Max. @THD 1%): 5 x 50 W • Weight: 3.06 Kg (Soundbar); 10.62 Kg (Subwoofer)
• Subwoofer output power (Max. @THD 1%): 300 W • Packaging dimensions (W x H x D):
• Soundbar transducer: 5 racetrack drivers + 2 x 1.25” side- 1105 x 382 x 488 mm / 43.5” x 15.0” x 19.2”
firing tweeters • Packaging weight (Gross weight): 16.8 Kg
• Subwoofer transducer: 10”
• Networked standby power: < 2.0W
• Operating temperature: 0°C - 45 °C

HDMI specification:
• HDMI Video input: 1
• HDMI Video output (With Audio return channel): 1
• HDMI HDCP version: 2.3

Audio specification:
• Frequency response: 34 Hz - 20 KHz
• Audio inputs: 1 Optical, Bluetooth, USB (USB MP3 playback
is available in US version. For other versions, USB is for
Service only. Hard Disk Drive is not supported.)

USB specification (Audio playback is for US version only):

• USB port: Type A
• USB rating: 5 V DC / 0.5 A
• Supporting file format: mp3
• MP3 Codec: MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG
2.5 Layer 3
• MP3 sampling rate: 16 - 48 KHz
• MP3 bitrate: 80 - 320 kbps

Wireless specification:
• Bluetooth version: 4.2
• Bluetooth profile: A2DP V1.2, AVRCP V1.5
• Bluetooth frequency range: 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz
• Bluetooth Max. transmitting power: < 11 dBm (EIRP)
• Modulation Type: GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
• Wi-Fi network: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)
• 2.4G Wi-Fi frequency range: 2412 – 2472 MHz (2.4GHz ISM
Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 Channels)
• 2.4G Wi-Fi Max. transmitting power: < 20 dBm
• Modulation Type: DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, QPSK, BPSK,
16QAM, 64QAM
• 5G Wi-Fi frequency range: 5.15 - 5.35GHz, 5.470-5.725GHz,
5.725 - 5.825GHz
• 5G Wi-Fi Max. transmitting power: < 22 dBm
• Modulation Type: QPSK, BPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM

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 12. TROUBLESHOOTING Wi-Fi
Failed to connect to Wi-Fi.
Never try to repair the product yourself. If you have problems
• Make sure that Wi-Fi is turned on.
using this product, check the following points before you request
services. • Make sure that you have selected the right network and
entered the correct password.
System • Make sure that your router or modem is turned on and within
The unit will not turn on. the range.
• Check if the power cord is plugged into power and the • Make sure that your soundbar is connected to the same
soundbar. wireless LAN as your smartphone or tablet.

The soundbar has no response to button pressing. The Google Home app cannot find the device.
• Restore the soundbar to factory settings (See the “RESTORE • Make sure that your soundbar is powered on.
FACTORY SETTINGS” chapter). • Make sure that your network is working properly.
• Make sure that your router or modem is powered on and
Sound within the range.
No sound from soundbar
• Make sure that the soundbar is not muted. Playback
• Select the correct audio input source on the remote control. AirPlay cannot find the soundbar as an AirPlay speaker for
• Connect the soundbar to your TV or other devices properly music streaming.
• Restore the soundbar to its factory settings by pressing and • On your Apple device, update the software to the latest
holding and on the soundbar for more than 10 seconds. version: iOS 13.4 and later, macOS 10.15.4 and later, or
tvOS 14.3.
Distorted sound or echo
• Make sure that your Apple device has been connected to the
• If you play audio from your TV through the soundbar, make same network as the soundbar.
sure that your TV is muted or the built-in TV speaker is
• For a PC running iTunes for Windows, you can stream music
disabled.
from your PC to the soundbar through Bluetooth.
Audio and video are not synchronized.
Remote control
• Enable the audio sync function to synchronize audio and
video (See “Audio sync” in the “SOUND SETTINGS” chapter). The remote control does not work.
• Check if the batteries are drained. If so, replace them with
Bluetooth new ones.
A device cannot be connected with the soundbar. • Reduce the distance and angle between the remote control
• Check if you have enabled Bluetooth on the device. and the main unit.
• If the soundbar has been paired with another Bluetooth Failed to complete the TV remote control learning.
device, reset Bluetooth (see “To connect to another device”
• Check if you are using an infra-red TV remote control. The IR
under “Bluetooth connection” in the “CONNECT” chapter).
learning is not supported by a Bluetooth TV remote control.
• If your Bluetooth device has ever been paired with the
soundbar, reset Bluetooth on the soundbar, unpair the
soundbar on the Bluetooth device, and then, pair the
Bluetooth device with the soundbar again (see “To connect
to another device” under “Bluetooth connection” in the
“CONNECT” chapter).

Poor audio quality from a connected Bluetooth device

• The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the source device
closer to the soundbar, or remove any obstacle between the
source device and the soundbar.

The connected Bluetooth device connects and

disconnects constantly.
• The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the source device
closer to the soundbar, or remove any obstacle between the
source device and the soundbar.

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13. TRADEMARKS

Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPhone are trademarks
of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks been designed to work specifically with the technology identified
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Apple performance standards.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective To control this AirPlay 2–enabled speaker, iOS 13.4 or later is
owners. required.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and

the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Amazon, Echo, Alexa, and all related logos are trademarks of
Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi

Alliance®.

Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for

Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how
The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here:
https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby,

Dolby Audio, Dolby Vision, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Google, Google Play, Google Home and Chromecast built-in are

trademarks of Google LLC.

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This product contains open source software licensed under
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instruction are also available at http://www.jbl.com/opensource.html.
Please feel free to contact us at:
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HATT: Open Source, Gregor Krapf-Gunther, Parkring 3
85748 Garching bei Munchen, Germany
or [email protected] if you have additional
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