IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, shock.
PACKAGE CONTENTS High Definition Sound Bar Remote Control This Quick with Batteries Start Guide Power Cable Stereo RCA to 3.5mm Digital Optical Audio Cable Cable 2 x Sound Bar Wall 2 x Wall Wall Mount Mount Brackets Mount Screws Template (Size: M4 x 10mm)
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V ~ ∕ 60Hz SUB OUT SERVICE USB (6) DIGITAL (3) Coaxial In AUX (1) DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) AUX (1) Analog Audio In Digital Optical Audio In (Stereo RCA) OPTICAL (4)
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DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V~ ∕ 60Hz SERVICE SUB OUT USB (6) Back of Sound Bar Control Buttons are located here: Power Press to turn soundbar on or off. Input Press to change the audio source. Bluetooth Input Hold to pair.
FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar GOOD GOOD BETTER BETTER 3.5MM TO 3.5MM TO DIGITAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OPTICAL RCA CABLE RCA CABLE CABLE CABLE †‡ † CHOOSE ONE CABLE: BETTER GOOD AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV * Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the Sound Bar directly to your other †...
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DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) Connect the Power Cable to the Sound Bar. OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V ~ ∕ 60Hz SUB OUT SERVICE USB (6) DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V~ ∕ 60Hz SUB OUT SERVICE USB (6)
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Sound Bar is centered below the TV. For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar as shown. The Sound Bar should be close to ear level.
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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, then press the Power button Input Power on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on. Press the Input button to switch between audio sources.
USING THE REMOTE Bluetooth Input Press to enter Bluetooth input. Press to change input source. (To enter force pair mode, press and hold for 5 seconds) Power Press to turn on or off. Volume + Enter/Play/Pause Press to increase volume. Press to select an option.
The Sound Bar will be discoverable for 15 (When searching for device) Flash from Left to Right minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth Device. Bluetooth Pairing and back continuously.
Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. 2. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, see the documentation that came with your device.
USING BLUETOOTH MODE Your Sound Bar supports music streaming from smartphones, tablets, and computers with Bluetooth capability. Device compatibility will vary, see your device’s documentation for more information. Once you have paired your source device to the Sound Bar, as long as you stay within range of the Sound Bar, your device should remain paired, even if you change the input on the Sound Bar.
ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar Connect up to four (4) different devices to the Sound Bar (devices shown are examples; you can use any device). To listen to a device, change the input source on the Sound Bar. Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only.
CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V ~ ∕ 60Hz SUB OUT SERVICE USB (6) Optional Subwoofer* To connect a subwoofer: Press the BASS button on the remote control to enter bass adjustment mode.
WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR Wall-Mount Back of Sound Bar Screw Holes DIGITAL (3) AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) AUX (2) AC IN 120V ~ ∕ 60Hz SUB OUT SERVICE USB (6) Insert the two wall-mount screws into the wall-mount screw holes, and then tighten them with a Phillips screwdriver.
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Be sure your screws are attached to wood studs, drywall anchors (for drywall), or concrete anchors (for brick/concrete walls). Screws for attaching the brackets wall included. Choose screw type length appropriate to your home’s construction. If in doubt, consult a professional installer.
Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set. Enable VIZIO TV Remote: VIZIO TV Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and adjust the volume Remote of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function, Press and Hold the Power (...
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. •...
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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) reason days of commercial use. If a Product covered by this warranty is determined to be defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product at its sole option and us and discretion.
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 protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installation.