Vizio SB3621ns-H8 User Manual

Vizio SB3621ns-H8 User Manual

36" 2.1 channel sound bar with bluetooth

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USER MANUAL
Model: SB3621ns-H8
VIZIO 36" 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Bluetooth
Please read this guide before using the product.

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Model: SB3621ns-H8 VIZIO 36" 2.1 Channel Sound Bar with Bluetooth Please read this guide before using the product.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions before operating your Unit.
  • Page 3 • WARNING: Exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing causing hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). With continued exposure to loud noises, ears may become accustomed to the sound level, which may result in permanent damage to hearing without any noticeable discomfort.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents ....................5 Controls and Connections .................. 6 First-Time Setup....................10 Using the Remote ....................14 Proper Placement ....................15 LED Indicators ....................17 Using Button Combinations ................21 Programming the Sound Bar ................22 Bluetooth Audio Pairing ..................23 Using Bluetooth Mode ..................
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS VIZIO Sound Bar Wireless Subwoofer Remote Control with 2x AAA Batteries Coaxial Audio Stereo RCA to Digital Optical Cable 3.5mm Audio Cable Cable User Manual 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm 2 x Power Cables Audio Cable 2 x Wall...
  • Page 6: Controls And Connections

    CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar Power Port USB In Analog Audio In (Stereo 3.5mm) Supports .WAV and .MP3 file format playback only. English - 6...
  • Page 7 OPTICAL DIGITAL Digital Optical Audio In Coaxial In English - 7...
  • Page 8 Top of Sound Bar Power Press to turn sound bar on or off. Input Press to change the audio source. Volume Increase or decrease the loudness of the audio. Bluetooth Input Hold to pair. (See ‘Bluetooth Audio Pairing’ for more information.) English - 8...
  • Page 9 Back of Subwoofer LED Indicator Power Port Power Button English - 9...
  • Page 10: First-Time Setup

    FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar CHOOSE ONE CABLE* AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV 3.5MM TO DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE RCA CABLE CABLE † † BETTER BETTER GOOD GOOD BETTER BETTER * Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown †...
  • Page 11 Back of Sound Bar Connect the power cable to the sound bar AC IN as shown. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet. The sound bar will automatically begin searching for an active input.* The LED indicators on the front of the sound bar will begin cycling in pairs through inputs until an audio source is detected.** Tip: Pressing the INPUT button will stop...
  • Page 12 Back of Subwoofer Connect a power cable Plug the power cable into The subwoofer should to the subwoofer. a power outlet. automatically power on and link to the sound bar when plugged in. The LED will glow to solid to confirm. English - 12...
  • Page 13 Input Insert the included batteries and gently slide the battery cover back into place. When needed, VIZIO recommends replacing the batteries that came with this remote with two, new Duracell ‘AAA’ alkaline batteries. You can press the INPUT button to switch between audio sources.
  • Page 14: Using The Remote

    USING THE REMOTE Display Displays Sound Bar Settings Power Press to turn on or off. Menu Press to access the menu Input settings. *Press to change the input source Enter/Play/Pause Press to select an option. Press to play or pause. Previous Press to return to previous track.
  • Page 15: Proper Placement

    PROPER PLACEMENT For the best surround sound experience, position the sound bar and subwoofer as shown. The sound bar should be close to ear level. You'll get the best sound effect if your ceiling is flat and 7.5 ft to 12 ft high. OPTION 1 If your couch permits, you can place the subwoofer underneath it.
  • Page 16 OPTION 2 You can also stand the subwoofer upright with the ports facing out. Sound bar is centered below the TV. Subwoofer Note: Do not block the subwoofer port. English - 16...
  • Page 17: Led Indicators

    Press the Enter button on the remote. The Sound Bar will be discoverable for (When searching for device) 15 minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO SB3621) using your Bluetooth Bluetooth Device. The Sound Bar will power down if no device is found.
  • Page 18 TV Remote Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable VIZIO TV Remotes. TV Remote When enabled (On), you can use a VIZIO TV remote control to turn on the VZtv Rmt TV Remote Sound Bar (using the TV Volume Up button) and control volume.
  • Page 19 Function LED Behavior Description Press the Next/Previous and Play buttons to toggle and select and pro- Program Remote gram your TV remote to control the Volume Down, Volume Up, and Mute −− functions on your Sound Bar. See the Programming the Soundbar section Prg Remote for more information.
  • Page 20 Function LED Behavior Description Power LED Turns the Power Indicator LED light off and on while in use. Press the Next/ −− Previous buttons to toggle between On and Off. PwrLED Virtual: X On Virtual:X Virtual sound technology that simulates the effect of having overhead sound.
  • Page 21: Using Button Combinations

    Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set. Enable VIZIO VIZIO TV Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and TV Remote Remote adjust the volume of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function,...
  • Page 22: Programming The Sound Bar

    PROGRAMMING THE SOUND BAR You can program your sound bar to accept TV remote IR commands. Press the Menu button on the remote, then use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Prg Remote. Use the Next/Previous buttons to toggle through Learn Vol -, Learn Vol +, and Learn Mute.
  • Page 23: Bluetooth Audio Pairing

    Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. Top of Sound Bar You can now search for the sound bar (VIZIO SB3621) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, refer to the user documentation that came with the device.
  • Page 24: Using Bluetooth Mode

    USING BLUETOOTH MODE Your sound bar supports music streaming from smart phones, 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.
  • Page 25: Advanced Setup

    ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar 3.5MM TO 3.5MM TO DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE OPTICAL CABLE COAXIAL CABLE COAXIAL CABLE RCA CABLE RCA CABLE USB Thumb Drive* * Supports .WAV and .MP3 file format playback only. Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop Network Media Player Game Console English - 25...
  • Page 26: Connecting A Subwoofer

    CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER The subwoofer has already been paired with the sound What does pairing mean? bar by VIZIO. However, the subwoofer may need to be Pairing means to wirelessly connect. re-linked to the sound bar if there is no sound coming from the subwoofer.
  • Page 27: 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 two bracket holes using a pencil.
  • Page 28 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 to the wall are not included. Choose the screw type and length appropriate to your home’s construction. If in doubt, consult a professional installer. *Bracket Screw Not Included with sound bar Suggested Screw Size: 3.5 diameter.
  • Page 29 Why register? Customized Support Get assistance quickly with your information on hand. News and Offers Take advantage of the latest news and special offers from VIZIO. Safety and Satisfaction Stay up-to-date with important product updates and notifications. English - 29...
  • Page 30 Award-Winning Customer Care At Your Convenience. NEED HELP? Go to: 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 support team at:...
  • Page 31: Help & Troubleshooting

    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 32: Limited Warranty

    VIZIO’s Responsibilities If VIZIO determines that a product is covered by this warranty, VIZIO will (at its option) repair or replace it, or refund the purchase price to you. There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period. Replacement parts may be new or recertified at VIZIO’s option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and VIZIO’s labor are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from warranty service, whichever is longer.
  • Page 33 What to Do If You Are Not Satisfied With Service If you feel VIZIO has not met its obligations under this warranty, you may attempt to resolve the issue informally with VIZIO. If you are unable to resolve the issue informally and wish to file a formal claim against VIZIO, and if you are a resident of the United States, you must submit your claim to binding arbitration according to the procedures described below, unless an exception applies.
  • Page 34 General No employee or agent of VIZIO may modify this warranty. If any term of this warranty, other than the class action waiver, is found to be unenforceable, that term will be severed from this warranty and all other terms will remain in effect. If the class action waiver is found to be unenforceable, then the entire section titled “Binding Arbitration Agreement;...
  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Sound Bar: Two 1.89" x 3.54" (48 x 90 mm) Full Range Driver for each channel (1 for left, 1 for right) Subwoofer: One 5.25" (13.33 cm) Full Range Driver One 3.5mm Stereo Audio One Optical (Toslink) Connections: Digital Coaxial One USB (Supports .WAV and .MP3 format only) Bluetooth Sound Pressure Level...
  • Page 36: 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 37 All software is provided subject to software license agreements and you agree that you will be bound by such license agreements in addition to other applicable terms of use. By using the VIZIO products, you agree to the VIZIO Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The VIZIO Terms of Use and Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time and are available to view at vizio.com/terms and vizio.com/privacy, respectively.
  • Page 38 Logos are registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG,Inc. and any use of such marks by ® VIZIO, Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, &...
  • Page 39 © 2020 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 20051SL English - 39...

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