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QUICK START GUIDE
Model: SB3831-C6M

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  • Page 1 VIZIO QUICK START GUIDE Model: SB3831-C6M...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may • The wall socket should be located near your Unit and be easily accessible result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents ..............4 Controls & Connections ............5 First-Time Setup..............7 Using the Remote ..............12 LED Indicators ................. 13 Bluetooth Pairing ..............15 Using Bluetooth mode ............16 Advanced Setup ..............17 Connecting a Subwoofer ............18 Using Button Combinations ..........

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS High Definition Sound Bar Remote Control with 2 x Quick Start Guides with Wireless Subwoofer 2 x AAA Batteries (1 English, 1 French/Spanish) 2 x Power Cables Coaxial Audio Stereo RCA Digital Optical Cable to 3.5mm Cable Audio Cable 2 x Sound Bar 2 x Wall Wall Mount...

  • Page 5: Controls & Connections

    CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar USB* (6) AUX (1) USB In Power Port Analog Audio In OPTICAL (4) (Stereo RCA) Digital Optical AUX (2) Audio In Analog Audio In DIGITAL (3) (Stereo 3.5mm) Coaxial In * Supports .WAV file format playback only.
  • Page 6 Bluetooth Input Hold to pair. (See ‘Bluetooth Pairing’ for more information.) Volume Increase or decrease the loudness of the audio. Input Press to change the audio source. Power Press to turn soundbar on or off. Top of Sound Bar...

  • Page 7: First-Time Setup

    FIRST-TIME SETUP CHOOSE ONE CABLE GOOD BETTER Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL 3.5MM TO 3.5MM TO CABLE CABLE RCA CABLE RCA CABLE † † GOOD BETTER BETTER GOOD * Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the AND CONNECT Sound Bar directly to your other devices (Blu-Ray player, game system, etc.) see your device’s user manual.
  • Page 8 Connect the power cable to the Sound Bar AC IN as shown. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. Back of Sound Bar When plugged in for the first time... the sound bar will automatically turn on and begin searching for an active input.
  • Page 9 Back of Subwoofer Connect the power cable to the Subwoofer AC IN as shown. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. Flip the Power Switch into the On position.
  • Page 10 For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar as shown. The Sound Bar should be close to ear level. The Subwoofer should be placed in a corner of the room. Subwoofer Sound Bar is centered below the TV.
  • Page 11 Remove the battery cover Insert the included batteries by gently sliding it away and gently slide the battery from the remote. cover back into place. Turn your TV on, the sound bar will automatically begin searching for an active input. Input Power The LED indicators on the front of the Sound Bar will...

  • Page 12: Using The Remote

    USING THE REMOTE Bluetooth Press to enter Bluetooth input. (To enter force pair mode, press and hold for 5 seconds) Input Press to change input source. Power (Press and hold for 5 seconds to enable Auto Input detect mode.) Press to turn on or off. Play/Pause Volume +/- Press to play or pause.

  • Page 13: Led Indicators

    Press and hold the button on the remote. The Sound Bar will be discoverable for 15 (When searching for device) minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO SB3831) using your Bluetooth Bluetooth Flash from the bottom to the Device.
  • Page 14 Function LED Behavior Description Press the TSHD button to enable/disable DTS TruSurround. When enabled (On), all TruSurround On inputs will produce virtual surround sound. When disabled (Off), virtual surround TruSurround On/Off sound is disabled. TruSurround Off Press the TREBLE button then press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease Treble Two center LEDs indicate the treble level.

  • Page 15: Bluetooth Pairing

    Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO SB3831) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, refer to the user documentation that came with the device.

  • Page 16: Using Bluetooth Mode

    USING BLUETOOTH MODE Your Sound Bar supports music streaming from Maximizing Signal smartphones, tablets, and computers with Bluetooth A Bluetooth signal has a range of up to 30 feet. Keep capability. Device compatibility will vary, see your in mind that Bluetooth is a compressed audio format, device’s documentation for more information.

  • Page 17: Advanced Setup

    ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar 3.5MM TO DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE CABLE CABLE RCA CABLE USB Thumb Game Console Network Media Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop Drive* Player * Supports .WAV file format playback only.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Subwoofer

    CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER The Subwoofer has already been paired with the Sound Bar by VIZIO. However, the Subwoofer may need to be re-linked to the Sound Bar if there is no sound coming from the Subwoofer. What does pairing mean? Pairing means to wirelessly connect.

  • Page 19: Using Button Combinations

    3 times Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set. Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and VIZIO TV adjust the volume of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function,...

  • Page 20: Wall-Mounting The Sound Bar

    WALL-MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR Wall-Mount Screw Holes Back of Sound Bar Insert the two wall-mount screws into the wall-mount screw holes, and then tighten them with a Phillips screwdriver. Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the four bracket holes using a pencil.
  • Page 21 Be sure your screws are attached to wood studs, drywall anchors (for drywall), or concrete anchors (for brick/concrete walls). Screws for attaching the brack- ets to the wall are not included. Choose the screw type and length appropriate your home’s construction.
  • Page 22 VIZIO RECOMMENDS VIZIO High-Speed HDMI Cable ® This high-speed HDMI cable is ideal for HDTVs. Supporting 1080p and 4k x 2k Ultra High Definition ® resolutions, the E-Series HDMI cable provides picture-perfect HD video, 3D, and superior audio, all at up to 18 Gbps.
  • Page 23 HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING • Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the top of your Sound Bar. There is no power. • Ensure the power cord is securely connected. • Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly. •...
  • Page 24 Customized Support Get assistance quickly with your information on-hand. News & Offers Take advantage of the latest news and special offers from VIZIO. Safety & Satisfaction Stay up to date with important product updates and notifications. REGISTER YOUR VIZIO PRODUCT NOW...
  • Page 25 Do You Have Questions? Find Answers At SUPPORT.VIZIO.COM Find help with: • New Product Setup • Connecting Your Devices • Technical Problems • Product Updates • And More Live Chat Support Available You can also contact our award-winning support team at:...

  • Page 26: One-Year Limited Warranty

    Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use.

  • Page 27: Legal & Compliance

    LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 28 © 2015 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 150210OC-US-NC...

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