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Vizio S3851w-D4 Quick Start Manual

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Model: S3851w-D4

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  • Page 1 VIZIO QUICK START GUIDE Model: S3851w-D4...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric • Keep your Unit away from moisture. Do not expose your Unit to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into shock or fire.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents .............. 4 Controls & Connections ............. 5 First-Time Setup ..............8 Using the Remote ..............14 Adjusting Sound Bar Settings ..........15 Programming the Sound Bar ..........18 Resetting to Factory Default Settings ......... 19 Re-linking the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar ....

  • Page 4: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS VIZI O INPUT MENU Remote Control This Quick High Definition Sound Bar with 2 x Satellite Speakers with Batteries Start Guide Wireless Subwoofer Digital Optical Stereo RCA to 3.5mm Coaxial Audio 2 x Satellite Speaker 2 x Power Cable Audio Cable Cable...

  • Page 5: Controls & Connections

    CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) (USB 5) Power Port USB Port (Optical 4) (Aux 2) Digital Optical Analog Audio In Audio In (Aux 1) Analog Audio In (Digital 3) Coaxial In...
  • Page 6 DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) Back of Sound Bar Control Buttons are located here Power Input Bluetooth Input (Hold to force pair, See Bluetooth Pairing on page 22 ) Volume Up/Down...
  • Page 7 Back of Subwoofer Back of Satellite Speaker Pairing Button LED Indicator Satellite Speaker Port Satellite Speaker (Connects to Subwoofer) Ports (Connects to Speakers) Power Switch Power Port...

  • Page 8: First-Time Setup

    FIRST-TIME SETUP Connect one of the included cables to ONE TV audio output as shown.* DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) BETTER BETTER GOOD GOOD DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL 3.5MM TO 3.5MM TO CABLE** CABLE** RCA CABLE RCA CABLE CHOOSE ONE CABLE: BETTER GOOD AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV...
  • Page 9 DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) Connect a Power Cable to DIGITAL (3) the Sound Bar. OPTICAL (4) USB (5) Plug the Power Cable into a Power Outlet.
  • Page 10 Connected the Satellite Speakers to the Subwoofer using the included Satellite Speaker Audio Cables. BACK OF SUBWOOFER BACK OF SATELLITE SPEAKERS Match the color coded speaker cable to the matching speaker port.
  • Page 11 BACK OF SUBWOOFER Connect a Power Cable to the Subwoofer. Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet. Flip the Power Switch into the On position.
  • Page 12 Sound Bar is centered below the TV. For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar, Subwoofer, and Satellite Speakers as shown. The Sound Bar and Satellite Speakers should be close to ear level. Note: If you have speaker stands for the satellite speakers, you can fasten the speaker wires along the stand with the included velcro cable ties.
  • Page 13 Locate the arrow on the battery cover Turn your TV on, then press the Power and gently slide it away from the remote button on the remote to turn the with your thumb. Insert the included AAA Sound Bar on. batteries, matching the + and - symbols.

  • Page 14: Using The Remote

    USING THE REMOTE Menu Display Press to access the menu settings, Displays Sound Bar settings press again to close the menu. VIZIO Input Power Press to change input source. Press to turn on or off. INPUT MENU Up/Down Enter/Play/Pause Press to cycle through settings Press to select an option.

  • Page 15: Adjusting Sound Bar Settings

    (When searching for device) Press the Enter button on the remote. The Sound Bar will be discoverable for Flash from Left to Right 15 minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3851w) using your and back continuously. BT Pair Bluetooth Device.
  • Page 16 Function LED Behavior Description Subwoofer Levels Two center LEDs Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the subwoofer. indicate Subwoofer The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with Subwoofer level 0. decreasing levels.
  • Page 17 Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable VIZIO TV Remotes. When TV Remote Off: enabled (On), you can use a VIZIO TV remote control to turn on the Sound Bar (using the TV Volume Up button) and control volume. Eco Power On/Off Eco Power On: Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable Eco Power Mode.

  • Page 18: 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. Function LED Behavior Description...

  • Page 19: Resetting To Factory Default Settings

    RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS Function LED Behavior Description Reset To reset the Sound Bar to factory default settings: Reset No 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. All Indicator LEDs 2. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Reset No. Reset Yes will flash three 3.

  • Page 20: Re-Linking The Subwoofer With The Sound Bar

    What does pairing mean? Pairing means to wirelessly connect. Your Subwoofer has already been paired with your Sound Bar by VIZIO. However, you may need to re-link the Subwoofer to the Sound Bar if there is no sound coming from the Subwoofer.
  • Page 21 Back of Subwoofer Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) First confirm that the power switch is in Press and hold the Power button on the the ON position. back of the Sound Bar for 5 Seconds. The LED indicators on the front will flash 3 times.

  • Page 22: Bluetooth Pairing

    BLUETOOTH PAIRING To pair the Sound Bar with a Bluetooth device: 2. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3851w) using your Bluetooth device. For more 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the Sound information, see the documentation that came Bar for five (5) seconds or use the BT Pair menu with your device.

  • Page 23: Using Bluetooth Mode

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

  • Page 24: Advanced Setup

    ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL COAXIAL RCA AUDIO CABLE CABLE CABLE Game Console Network Media Player Tablet/MP3 Player *Supports .WAV file format playback only...
  • Page 25 USB (5) Connect up to five (5) 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. 3.5mm AUDIO CABLE Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only.

  • Page 26: Wall Mounting The Sound Bar

    WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR Wall-Mount Screw Holes DIGITAL (3) OPTICAL (4) USB (5) Insert and tighten two Wall-Mount Screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver into the Wall-Mount Screw Holes. Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the four bracket holes using a pencil.
  • Page 27 Be sure your screws are attached to wood studs or drywall anchors (for drywall) or concrete anchors (for brick/concrete walls). Wall mounting hardware is not included. Wall Mount Screw (Size: M4 x 10) If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the layout of electrical wiring in the walls of your home, consult a professional installer.

  • Page 28: Wall Mounting The Satellite Speakers

    WALL MOUNTING THE SATELLITE SPEAKERS 1. Attach the Wall Mount Screw to the back of the Satellite Speaker. 2. Attach the wall mount bracket to the wall. 3. Plug the speaker cable into the back of the Satellite Speaker. 4. Align and mount the Satellite Speaker Wall Mount Screw with the Wall Mount Bracket.

  • Page 29: Using Button Combinations

    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 (...
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  • Page 32 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 33: 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 34: One-Year Limited Warranty

    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. 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 discretion.

  • Page 35: 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 installation.
  • Page 36 © 2014 VIZIO INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 140310OC-NC...

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