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QUICK START GUIDE HOME THEATER SOUND BAR WITH WIRELESS SUBWOOFER VHT215 -
QUICK START GUIDE HOME THEATER SOUND BAR WITH WIRELESS SUBWOOFER VHT215 -
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PACKAGE CONTENTS Home Theater Sound Bar Remote Control with Battery Wireless Subwoofer Power Adapter for Sound Bar 3.5mm to RCA 3.5mm Wall Mount Stereo Audio Cable Stereo Audio Cable Brackets (2) Wall Mount Template LEAVETHIS MARK HERE S PAC EWBLAEEATLMVWLARKEHEMERETEOHNUITSNHSTEPIASNCO1G9.7E5U"WCETBNNLTEAREEEDLINTAMLE BMWVLARPKAEHMEELRRETEAOHNATUINTESNDHSTEYPIAOSNOCU1G9.7E5U"RWCETNMBNTTAERARKEEDHVLEINRMTLEE BWLPAMELREAOANTUNETDNH E SOUND BAR AND TING TEMPLATE YOUR TV 19.75" MARK HERE CENTER LINE YOUR TV MARKHERE Quick Start Guide 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS Home Theater Sound Bar Remote Control with Battery Wireless Subwoofer Power Adapter for Sound Bar 3.5mm to RCA 3.5mm Wall Mount Stereo Audio Cable Stereo Audio Cable Brackets (2) Wall Mount Template LEAVETHIS MARK HERE S PAC EWBLAEEATLMVWLARKEHEMERETEOHNUITSNHSTEPIASNCO1G9.7E5U"WCETBNNLTEAREEEDLINTAMLE BMWVLARPKAEHMEELRRETEAOHNATUINTESNDHSTEYPIAOSNOCU1G9.7E5U"RWCETNMBNTTAERARKEEDHVLEINRMTLEE BWLPAMELREAOANTUNETDNH E SOUND BAR AND TING TEMPLATE YOUR TV 19.75" MARK HERE CENTER LINE YOUR TV MARKHERE Quick Start Guide 1
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Power Light When Sound Bar is on, this light is on or off . Power Cord 2 Volume Up/Down Press to change input source. Power Switch Press to turn on or off . Input Press to increase or decrease overall volume. Power Press to re-link the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar. Link LED Light Link Button Used to turn on . CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Info Display Displays volume, input, and other information.
Power Light When Sound Bar is on, this light is on or off . Power Cord 2 Volume Up/Down Press to change input source. Power Switch Press to turn on or off . Input Press to increase or decrease overall volume. Power Press to re-link the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar. Link LED Light Link Button Used to turn on . CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Info Display Displays volume, input, and other information.
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See your TV's HDMI port must support ARC (Audio Return Channel). BEST HDMI CABLE* To use HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 for details. Connect the Sound Bar to the left. Choose the best possible connection type. Do not use an HDMI connection, your TV's user manual for First-Time Setup. Be sure the TV port is an audio output, not an audio input. *Not Included 5 See Advanced Setup on page 16 if you would like to connect HDMI devices (such as Blu-ray™ players, cable boxes, and game consoles) to your TV using one of the connection types to your Sound Bar.
See your TV's HDMI port must support ARC (Audio Return Channel). BEST HDMI CABLE* To use HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 for details. Connect the Sound Bar to the left. Choose the best possible connection type. Do not use an HDMI connection, your TV's user manual for First-Time Setup. Be sure the TV port is an audio output, not an audio input. *Not Included 5 See Advanced Setup on page 16 if you would like to connect HDMI devices (such as Blu-ray™ players, cable boxes, and game consoles) to your TV using one of the connection types to your Sound Bar.
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For the best surround sound experience, position the speakers as shown. 7 Bass is in the front corner of the room, up to ear level. Wireless Subwoofer is projected outward. 6 Sound Bar is centered below the TV, close to 60 feet away from the Sound Bar.
For the best surround sound experience, position the speakers as shown. 7 Bass is in the front corner of the room, up to ear level. Wireless Subwoofer is projected outward. 6 Sound Bar is centered below the TV, close to 60 feet away from the Sound Bar.
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If there is no sound coming from the Sound Bar or Subwoofer, or if you used in step 1 (Analog or HDMI, for help and troubleshooting tips. 9 Press the Input Shortcut button on . Push a button repeatedly to page 18 for example). 9 Turn your TV on, then press the Power button on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on the remote that matches the port you experience other issues, turn to cycle through input sources (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI ARC for example). 10 Power Input Shortcuts Setup is complete.
If there is no sound coming from the Sound Bar or Subwoofer, or if you used in step 1 (Analog or HDMI, for help and troubleshooting tips. 9 Press the Input Shortcut button on . Push a button repeatedly to page 18 for example). 9 Turn your TV on, then press the Power button on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on the remote that matches the port you experience other issues, turn to cycle through input sources (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI ARC for example). 10 Power Input Shortcuts Setup is complete.
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... volume Volume 15 SRS TruVolume - Factory Reset = Power + Volume Up + Volume Down Press and hold both buttons for 1 second to mute/ unmute your Sound Bar to return your Sound Bar. Displays when Dolby source is playing Dolby To conserve energy, after displaying a message for several seconds, the Info Display automatically shuts off. 11 EXTENDED... for 10 seconds to its factory default settings. Press BASS on remote TruVol On Bass Level - Press SUB on remote Sub 10 Dolby Digital - THE SOUND BAR INFO DISPLAY Volume -
... volume Volume 15 SRS TruVolume - Factory Reset = Power + Volume Up + Volume Down Press and hold both buttons for 1 second to mute/ unmute your Sound Bar to return your Sound Bar. Displays when Dolby source is playing Dolby To conserve energy, after displaying a message for several seconds, the Info Display automatically shuts off. 11 EXTENDED... for 10 seconds to its factory default settings. Press BASS on remote TruVol On Bass Level - Press SUB on remote Sub 10 Dolby Digital - THE SOUND BAR INFO DISPLAY Volume -
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WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR 1 UNDLEBAAVREATNHDISYSOPUARCETVBETW Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws from the Sound Bar stands. Reinsert the screws for future use. 2 MARK HERE MARK HERE EMPLATE WALL MO LEAVE THIS SPACE BETWEEN THE SOUND BAR AND YOUR TV MARK HERE MARK HERE 19.75" WALL MOUNTING TEMPLATE CENTER LINE Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the locations of the 4 bracket holes using a pencil. 12 Save the stands for safekeeping.
WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR 1 UNDLEBAAVREATNHDISYSOPUARCETVBETW Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws from the Sound Bar stands. Reinsert the screws for future use. 2 MARK HERE MARK HERE EMPLATE WALL MO LEAVE THIS SPACE BETWEEN THE SOUND BAR AND YOUR TV MARK HERE MARK HERE 19.75" WALL MOUNTING TEMPLATE CENTER LINE Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the locations of the 4 bracket holes using a pencil. 12 Save the stands for safekeeping.
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Attach the brackets to your wall. Gently hang the Sound Bar on the brackets using the wall mount posts on the material of the Bar. 4 Use the cable management hooks to route your audio cables to the wall as shown. Be sure that the screws and/or anchors you use are not included. The appropriate screws and anchors will depend on the back of your TV. 13 3 Recommended screw diameter: 4mm Recommended screw length: 8mm or greater The screws and anchors depicted are securely fastened and can support the weight of the Sound Bar.
Attach the brackets to your wall. Gently hang the Sound Bar on the brackets using the wall mount posts on the material of the Bar. 4 Use the cable management hooks to route your audio cables to the wall as shown. Be sure that the screws and/or anchors you use are not included. The appropriate screws and anchors will depend on the back of your TV. 13 3 Recommended screw diameter: 4mm Recommended screw length: 8mm or greater The screws and anchors depicted are securely fastened and can support the weight of the Sound Bar.
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RE-LINKING THE SUBWOOFER AND SOUND BAR 1 You may need to re-link the Subwoofer to blink. 14 Press and hold the LINK button on the top of the Subwoofer for 5 seconds. The orange light will display Pairing, then display Linked. The Sound Bar will begin to the Sound Bar if there is no sound coming from the Subwoofer and the orange light on the rear of the Subwoofer is flashing in this pattern: LONG ON, SHORT OFF. 2 3 Press and hold the INPUT button on the back of the Sound Bar for 5 seconds.
RE-LINKING THE SUBWOOFER AND SOUND BAR 1 You may need to re-link the Subwoofer to blink. 14 Press and hold the LINK button on the top of the Subwoofer for 5 seconds. The orange light will display Pairing, then display Linked. The Sound Bar will begin to the Sound Bar if there is no sound coming from the Subwoofer and the orange light on the rear of the Subwoofer is flashing in this pattern: LONG ON, SHORT OFF. 2 3 Press and hold the INPUT button on the back of the Sound Bar for 5 seconds.
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The table at right shows how most universal remotes will control the Sound Bar. Be sure that the + sign on programming. As each universal remote works differently, you may need to replace the battery. REPLACING THE REMOTE BATTERY Slide ... UNIVERSAL REMOTE Many universal remote controls can be programmed to control your Sound Bar. • If your remote uses a 5-digit programming code, use code 1517. UNIVERSAL REMOTE BUTTON Power Input Volume Up Volume Down Mute Channel Up Channel Down Menu Info VIZIO SOUND BAR FUNCTION Power Input Volume Up Volume Down Mute Sub Volume Up...
The table at right shows how most universal remotes will control the Sound Bar. Be sure that the + sign on programming. As each universal remote works differently, you may need to replace the battery. REPLACING THE REMOTE BATTERY Slide ... UNIVERSAL REMOTE Many universal remote controls can be programmed to control your Sound Bar. • If your remote uses a 5-digit programming code, use code 1517. UNIVERSAL REMOTE BUTTON Power Input Volume Up Volume Down Mute Channel Up Channel Down Menu Info VIZIO SOUND BAR FUNCTION Power Input Volume Up Volume Down Mute Sub Volume Up...
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ADVANCED SETUP Connect up to five different devices to your TV. If connecting a video device, you will need a separate video connection from the device to the Sound Bar (devices shown are examples-you can use any device). To listen to your TV. 3.5MM CABLE Game Console 16 Network Media Player Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE* DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE* Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only. Connect a single HDMI cable to a device, change the input source on the Sound Bar.
ADVANCED SETUP Connect up to five different devices to your TV. If connecting a video device, you will need a separate video connection from the device to the Sound Bar (devices shown are examples-you can use any device). To listen to your TV. 3.5MM CABLE Game Console 16 Network Media Player Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE* DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE* Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only. Connect a single HDMI cable to a device, change the input source on the Sound Bar.
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To view video from these devices, turn the Sound Bar on, then set the Sound Bar input to which the Sound Bar is connected. HDMI CABLE* HDMI CABLE* 21 Cable/Satellite Box Blu-ray Player *Not Included 17 CONNECT HDMI OUT TO YOUR TV HDMI cables transmit both audio and video. Set your TV input to the HDMI port to HDMI 1 or HDMI 2.
To view video from these devices, turn the Sound Bar on, then set the Sound Bar input to which the Sound Bar is connected. HDMI CABLE* HDMI CABLE* 21 Cable/Satellite Box Blu-ray Player *Not Included 17 CONNECT HDMI OUT TO YOUR TV HDMI cables transmit both audio and video. Set your TV input to the HDMI port to HDMI 1 or HDMI 2.
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...877) 698-4946 (949) 585-9563 techsupport@vizio.com www.vizio.com/support Hours of your device to which the Sound Bar is connected. 18 There is only available over Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical, or HDMI connections. There is no sound from the Sound Bar. • Increase the volume. See Re... problem may be playing content in Dolby Digital format. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Do you have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of your Sound Bar. • Press MUTE on the remote to ensure the Sound Bar is not muted. • Select a different input source (HDMI, Analog, Digital, ...
...877) 698-4946 (949) 585-9563 techsupport@vizio.com www.vizio.com/support Hours of your device to which the Sound Bar is connected. 18 There is only available over Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical, or HDMI connections. There is no sound from the Sound Bar. • Increase the volume. See Re... problem may be playing content in Dolby Digital format. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Do you have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of your Sound Bar. • Press MUTE on the remote to ensure the Sound Bar is not muted. • Select a different input source (HDMI, Analog, Digital, ...
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... shipping to the customer. VIZIO SPECIFICATIONS Sound Bar: Subwoofer: Frequency Response (Sound Bar): Frequency Response (Subwoofer): Subwoofer Wireless Range: Sound Pressure Level (Sound Bar): Sound Pressure Level (Subwoofer): Voltage (Sound Bar): Voltage (Subwoofer): Dimensions (Sound Bar): Dimensions (Subwoofer): Net Weight (Sound Bar): Net Weight (Subwoofer): ... DESCRIBED ABOVE. Proof of protection. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ...
... shipping to the customer. VIZIO SPECIFICATIONS Sound Bar: Subwoofer: Frequency Response (Sound Bar): Frequency Response (Subwoofer): Subwoofer Wireless Range: Sound Pressure Level (Sound Bar): Sound Pressure Level (Subwoofer): Voltage (Sound Bar): Voltage (Subwoofer): Dimensions (Sound Bar): Dimensions (Subwoofer): Net Weight (Sound Bar): Net Weight (Subwoofer): ... DESCRIBED ABOVE. Proof of protection. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND ...