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Verify Line Voltage Before Use
The JBL CINEMA BAR 120 (soundbar) 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. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in your area, contact your retailer or customer service representative before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord supplied with your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets, or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service center with a cord that meets factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use this speaker for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your warranty. If water accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.
Thank you for purchasing the JBL CINEMA BAR 120 (soundbar) which is designed to bring an extraordinary sound experience to your home entertainment system. We encourage you to take a few minutes to read through this manual, which describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions for setting up and getting started.
To make the most of product features and support, you may need to update the product software through the USB connector in the future. Refer to the software update section in this manual to ensure that your product has the latest software.
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. If you have any questions about the soundbar, installation or operation, please contact your retailer or customer service representative, or visit our website: www.jbl.com.
Unpack the box carefully and ensure that the following parts are included. If any part is damaged or missing, do not use it and contact your retailer or customer service representative.
Main unit
Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)
Power cord*
HDMI cable
Wall-mounting kit
Product information & wall-mounting template
Solid red | Entering standby mode | |
Solid white | HDMI ARC source selected | |
Solid amber | Optical source selected | |
Solid blue | Connected to Bluetooth | |
Fast flashing blue | Entering Bluetooth pairing mode | |
Flashing blue | Volume change ongoing | |
Slow flashing blue | Maximum volume level reached | |
Sound muted |
Place the soundbar on a flat and stable surface.
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The power cord shall be properly connected to power.
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Connect the soundbar with your TV through the supplied HDMI cable or an optical cable (sold separately).
Through the supplied HDMI cable
An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a single connection. HDMI connectivity is the best option for your soundbar.
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Through an optical cable
Through Bluetooth, connect the soundbar with your Bluetooth device, such as a smartphone, tablet and laptop.
Connect a Bluetooth device
To reconnect the last paired device
Your Bluetooth device is retained as a paired device when the soundbar goes to standby mode. Next time you switch to the Bluetooth source, the soundbar reconnects the last paired device automatically.
To connect to another Bluetooth device
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Switch on
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Auto standby
If the soundbar is inactive for more than 10 minutes, it will switch to standby mode automatically. Next time you switch on the soundbar, it returns to the last selected source.
Auto wakeup
In standby mode, the soundbar will wake up automatically when
With the soundbar connected, you can enjoy TV audio from the soundbar speakers.
To use your TV remote control for both your TV and the soundbar, check that your TV supports HDMI-CEC. If your TV does not support HDMI-CEC, follow the steps under "TV remote control learning".
HDMI-CEC
If your TV supports HDMI-CEC, enable the functions as instructed in your TV user manual. You can control the volume +/-, sound source, and power on/standby functions on your soundbar through the TV remote control.
TV remote control learning
Through IR learning, your Infra-red TV remote control can learn some commands of the soundbar.
Through Bluetooth, stream audio from your Bluetooth device to the soundbar.
With the remote control, select the pre-defined Equalizer (EQ) settings for your audio playback.
MUSIC: sound mode for music
MOVIE: sound mode for movies
NEWS: sound mode for TV programs such as news and weather forecasts
With the voice mode, vocal clarity is enhanced to allow you to easily hear and understand speech.
By restoring the default settings defined at factories, you remove all your personalized settings from the soundbar.
For optimal product performance and your best user experience, JBL may offer software updates for the soundbar system in the future. Please visit www.jbl.com or contact JBL call center to receive more information about downloading update files.
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General specification:
HDMI specification:
Audio specification:
USB specification:
Wireless specification:
Dimensions:
Never try to repair the product yourself. If you have problems using this product, check the following before you request services.
The unit will not turn on.
The soundbar has no response to button pressing.
No sound from the soundbar
Distorted sound or echo
A device cannot be connected with the soundbar.
Poor audio quality from a connected Bluetooth device
The connected Bluetooth device connects and disconnects constantly.
The remote control does not work.
Failed to complete the TV remote control learning.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
This product contains open source software licensed under GPL. For your convenience, the source code and relevant build instruction are also available at http://www.jbl.com/opensource.html. Please feel free to contact us at:
Harman Deutschland Gmb
HATT: Open Source, Gregor Krapf-Gunther, Parkring 3 85748 Garching bei Munchen, Germany
or OpenSourceSupport@Harman.com if you have additional question regarding the open source software in the product.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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