IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Verify Line Voltage Before Use The JBL CINEMA BAR 140 (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.
1 INTRODUCTION 2 WHAT’S IN THE BOX Thank you for purchasing the JBL CINEMA BAR 140 (soundbar Unpack the box carefully and ensure that the following parts are and subwoofer) which is designed to bring an extraordinary sound included. If any part is damaged or missing, do not use it and experience to your home entertainment system.
HDMI cable 3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 3.1 Controls and indicators 2 3 4 (Power) Wall-mounting kit • Switch on or to standby 2. -/+ (Volume) • Decrease or increase the volume • Press and hold to decrease or increase the volume continuously •...
2. Source selectors • Connect to the HDMI ARC input on your TV • Select the HDMI ARC source • Connect to the optical output on your TV or digital device • Select the Optical source • Connect to the subwoofer plug •...
4.2 Wall-mounting 4 PLACE 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 soundbar, and 4” (10 cm) away from a wall. >2”...
An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a Bluetooth single connection. HDMI connectivity is the best option for your DEVICES soundbar. JBL CINEMA SB140 Now Discoverable HDMI ARC < 10 m / 33 ft HDMI (ARC) 1. Connect the soundbar with your TV by using the supplied HDMI cable.
To connect to another Bluetooth device 6 PLAY 6.1 Power-on/Auto standby/Auto wakeup SUBWOOFER OUT 1. In the Bluetooth source, press and hold on the soundbar or on the remote control until the status indicator flashes blue. → The soundbar enters the Bluetooth pairing mode. The status indicator flashes blue.
6.2 Play from the TV source 3. Within seconds, do the following on the soundbar and your TV remote control: With the soundbar connected, you can enjoy TV audio from the soundbar speakers. a) On the soundbar: press and hold one of the following buttons: +, -, , until the status indicator flashes red three times.
7.2 Voice mode 7 SOUND SETTINGS With the voice mode, vocal clarity is enhanced to allow you to easily hear and understand speech. 7.1 Pre-defined EQ settings With the remote control, select the pre-defined Equalizer (EQ) settings for your audio playback. NEWS •...
8 RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS 9 SOFTWARE UPDATE By restoring the default settings defined at factories, you remove For optimal product performance and your best user experience, all your personalized settings from the soundbar. JBL may offer software updates for the soundbar system in the future.
10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 11 TROUBLESHOOTING General specification: Never try to repair the product yourself. If you have problems using this product, check the following before you request services. • Power supply: 100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz • Total speaker power output (Max. @THD 1%): 110 W System •...
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by learning is not supported by a Bluetooth TV remote control. HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.