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Question posted by Dominator49637 on June 17th, 2017

Vizio Sound Bar Showing Fmt Error

how do I get rid of the fmt error on my vizio sound bar so that I can use it again

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on June 18th, 2017 7:16 AM
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See http://www.techyv.com/questions/solution-to-vizio-sound-bar-fmt-error-in-windows/. If the problem persists or if you require further explanation, you'll have to consult Vizio: use the contact information here--https://www.contacthelp.com/vizio/customer-service.


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Related Vizio S5451w-C2 Manual Pages

Quickstart Guide - Page 3

... Remote 17 Settings and LED Behavior 18 Programming the Sound Bar 20 Resetting to Factory Default Settings 21 Bluetooth Pairing 22 Using Bluetooth Mode 23 Advanced Setup 24 Wall Mounting the Sound Bar 26 Re-linking the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar 28 Wall Mounting the Satellite Speakers 29 Help & Troubleshooting 31 One-Year Limited Warranty 32 Specifications...
Quickstart Guide - Page 4

PACKAGE CONTENTS VIZIO INPUT MENU High Definition Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer 2 x Satellite Speakers Remote Control with Batteries This Quick Start Guide Digital Optical Cable Stereo RCA to 3.5mm Audio Cable Coaxial Audio Cable 2 x Satellite Speaker Audio Cables 2 x Power Cables 2 x Sound Bar Wall Mount Brackets 2 x Sound Bar Wall Mount Lugs (Size: M4 x 10) Wall Mount Template ...
Quickstart Guide - Page 5

CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar Power Port Service Port (For use by authorized technician only) AUX (1) RCA Analog Audio In OPTICAL (4) Digital Optical Audio In AUX (2) 3.5mm Analog Audio In DIGITAL (3) Digital Coaxial Audio In 5 USB (7) HDMI OUT (ARC) (6) HDMI IN (5)
Quickstart Guide - Page 8

CHOOSE ONE CABLE: GOOD BETTER BEST AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV* † When using the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting the TV output to ... not pass through digital audio. * Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar 1 GOOD 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE BETTER DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE† BETTER DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE† GOOD 3.5MM TO ...
Quickstart Guide - Page 9

..., not an audio input. † When using one of the connection types to your Blu-ray/other devices 9 (Blu-ray player, game system, etc) see your Sound Bar. Connect the Sound Bar to your other source, some TVs do not...to PCM or (B) Connect directly to the left. To connect the Sound Bar directly to your device's user manual. See Connecting with HDMI on page 10 for First-Time Setup. Do...
Quickstart Guide - Page 10

... HDMI cable to the sound bar using an HDMI cable. From the AUDIO menu, disable the TV's internal speakers. 5. To connect using an HDMI cable that is HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)? From the SYSTEM menu, enable CEC† Function. 6. From the CEC menu, select Device Discovery to register the sound bar with a VIZIO TV, steps may differ...
Quickstart Guide - Page 11

See your TV Back of TV* Connect to HDMI (ARC) port on your TV's user manual for more information. 11 Back of Sound Bar * HDMI ARC port location may differ by TV manufacturer.
Quickstart Guide - Page 12

2 Connect the Power Cable to the back of the Sound Bar. 3 Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet. 12
Quickstart Guide - Page 15

8 Sound Bar is centered below the TV. The Sound Bar should be close to ear level. 15 For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar as shown.
Quickstart Guide - Page 16

... turn the Sound Bar on the remote to Input 1. Turn off the TV Speakers through the Settings Menu on the battery cover and 9 gently slide it away from the remote with your TV's user manual for more information. symbols. Input VIZIO INPUT MENU Power 16 Press the INPUT button to switch between audio sources...
Quickstart Guide - Page 17

.... VIZIO INPUT MENU Menu Press to decrease volume. Next Press to skip to the next track. (Changes audio settings in Menu) Volume Press to access the menu settings. Mute Press to increase volume. 17 Press to select an option. Enter/Play/Pause Press to Play or Pause. USING THE REMOTE Display Displays Sound Bar...
Quickstart Guide - Page 18

... and back continuously. Press the Next/Previous button to the Sound Bar. The LED indicators will move to the right with decreasing levels...Sound Bar. SETTINGS AND LED BEHAVIOR LED Indicators are centered. The Sound Bar will behave differently with balance levels for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S5451w) using your Bluetooth device into pairing mode prior to increase/decrease the surround sound...
Quickstart Guide - Page 19

... on page 20. When enabled (On), you can use a VIZIO TV remote control to provide a more enjoyable listening experience. See Programming the Sound Bar on page 21. When enabled (On), the Sound Bar will emit in the following sequence: left channel, center channel, right channel, right satellite speaker, left indicate no audio signal is detected. Off disables...
Quickstart Guide - Page 20

... in learning mode, press the Mute button on the remote, then use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Right and back continuously. All of the LED Indicators on the TV remote control. PROGRAMMING THE SOUND BAR You can program your TV speakers. VIZIO INPUT MENU 20 TV Remote Ensure that it has successfully recognized...
Quickstart Guide - Page 21

...-paired. Press the Next button to navigate to continue. 5. Play button. 4. All of your Sound Bar to factory default settings. Confirmed is displayed. All Indicator LEDs 2. Press the Play button to Reset Yes and press the factory reset. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to factory default settings: 1. Note: All of the...
Quickstart Guide - Page 22

... LED Indicators on the Display Panel on the front of Sound Bar 22 Play audio from left to right and back again. Back of the Sound Bar will stop flashing. 2. When the Sound Bar is paired, the LED Indicators will light sequentially from your... controlled on the remote. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the Sound Bar for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S5451w) using your source device and the...
Quickstart Guide - Page 28

... Subwoofer. However, you may need to re-link the Subwoofer to the Sound Bar if there is now linked with your Sound Bar by VIZIO. Press and hold the Power button on the front will begin to wirelessly connect. 1 2 Back of Sound Bar Back of the Sound Bar for 5 seconds. The LED indicators on the back of Subwoofer First...
Quickstart Guide - Page 32

... use. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. SPECIFICATIONS Sound Bar:... new in United States and Puerto Rico Only VIZIO provides a warranty to show that affords an equal degree of protection.VIZIO Technical Support will be no charge for parts or...
Data Sheet - Page 1

... the comfort of the couch. It features a three channel sound bar, a room-shaking wireless subwoofer, and rear satellite speakers that envelop you 've been looking for large HDTVs. BIG AUDIO FOR YOUR BIG SCREEN 54" 5.1 HOME THEATER SOUND BAR WITH WIRELESS SUB & SATELLITES The VIZIO 54" 5.1 Sound Bar is the ultimate home theater solution for wireless streaming of...
Data Sheet - Page 2

...VIZIO, Inc. disclaims liability for streaming, apps, and Web browsing; 54" 5.1 HOME THEATER SOUND BAR WITH WIRELESS SUBWOOFER SPECIFICATIONS Model S5451w-C2 Sound Pressure Level 104 dB Subwoofer Frequency 35−90 Hz Sound Bar Speakers... HDTV.*† VIZIO SURROUND MATRIX *Internet connection required for typographical, technical, or descriptive errors. All product specifications...

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