Harman JBLBAR800PROBLKEP User manual

BAR 800

OWNER’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

The JBL Bar 800 (soundbar, detachable speakers 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 re hazard

and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the

voltage requirements for your specic 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

specications.

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

modication 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.

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7.6 PLAY THROUGH CHROMECAST BUILT-IN 19

7.7 PLAY THROUGH AIRPLAY 20

7.8 PLAY THROUGH AMAZON MUSIC 20

7.9 MULTI-ROOM PLAYBACK 21

8. SOUND SETTINGS 22

8.1 AUDIO SYNC 22

8.2 SMART MODE 22

8.3 PUREVOICE DIALOGUE ENHANCEMENT

TECHNOLOGY 22

9. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS 22

10. SOFTWARE UPDATE 23

11. RE-CONNECT THE SUBWOOFER 24

12. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 24

13. TROUBLESHOOTING 25

14. TRADEMARKS 27

15. OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE 28

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2

1. INTRODUCTION 4

2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX 5

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 6

3.1 SOUNDBAR 6

3.2 DETACHABLE SPEAKERS 6

3.3 SUBWOOFER 7

3.4 REMOTE CONTROL 7

4. PLACE 8

4.1 DESKTOP PLACEMENT 8

4.2 WALL-MOUNTING 9

5. CONNECT 10

5.1 CONNECTION WITH YOUR TV AND DIGITAL DEVICES10

5.2 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION 12

5.3 CONNECTION WITH YOUR HOME NETWORK 12

6. SETUP 13

6.1 CONNECT THE DETACHABLE REAR SPEAKERS AND

SUBWOOFER 13

6.2 CHARGE THE DETACHABLE SPEAKERS 14

6.3 3D SURROUND SOUND 14

7. PLAY 17

7.1 POWER-ON/AUTO STANDBY/AUTO WAKEUP 17

7.2 PLAY FROM THE TV SOURCE 17

7.3 PLAY FROM THE HDMI IN SOURCE 18

7.4 PLAY FROM THE BLUETOOTH SOURCE 18

7.5 PLAY THROUGH THE JBL ONE APP 18

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the JBL Bar 800 (soundbar, detachable

speakers and subwoofer) which is designed to bring an

extraordinary 3D 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 Internet

or 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 specications 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.

JBL One app

With the JBL One app, you can

• easily complete product setup;

• connect *music streaming services;

• discover new music with integrated music services;

• use one button to access your preset playlist and speaker

settings;

• access software updates when they are available.

JBL One

For more information, see “5.3 Connection with your home

network” and “7.5 Play through the JBL One app”.

NOTES:

– *Subscription may be needed and not provided by the JBL One app.

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HDMI cable (1.2 m/3.9 ft.)

Side caps

(For the soundbar)

(For the detachable speakers)

Wall-mounting kit

x 2

x 6

x 2

x 6

Product information & wall-mounting template

2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX

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.

Soundbar

Subwoofer

Detachable speakers (with a rechargeable battery)

Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)

(AAA)

Power cord*

x 2

* Power cord quantity and plug type vary region.

3.1.2 Rear connectors

1 2 3 4

1) POWER

• Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)

2) USB

• USB connector for software update

• Connect to a USB storage device for MP3 le playback

(for US version only)

3) ETHERNET

• Connect to your home network through an Ethernet

cable

4) HDMI IN

• Connect to the HDMI output on your digital device

5) TV connectors

HDMI OUT (TV ARC/ TV eARC)

• Connect to the HDMI ARC / HDMI eARC input on

your TV

OPTICAL

• Connect to the optical output on your TV or digital device

3.2 Detachable speakers

1) Type C USB connector

• For battery charging

2) (Power)

• Press to switch on

• Press and hold for more than 3 seconds to switch off

3) Status indicator

• For battery power

Flashing (red) Low battery

Solid (red) Battery charging in progress

• For wireless connection status

Slow ﬂashing (white) Disconnected from the soundbar

Fast ﬂashing (white) Connecting to the soundbar

Solid (white) Connected to the soundbar

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

3.1 Soundbar

3.1.1 Controls

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1) (Source)

• Switch on

• Select a sound source: TV (default, for audio input

from TV connection where the HDMI OUT (TV ARC/

TV eARC) connector is prioritized over the OPTICAL

connector), Bluetooth or HDMI IN

2) /(Volume)

• Switch on

• Decrease or increase the volume

• Press and hold to decrease or increase the volume

continuously

• Press the two buttons together to mute or unmute

3) Status indicator

System:

Regular flashing (white) System startup

Fast flashing (white) Software updating in progress

Solid (amber) Restoring factory settings

Network connection:

Slow breathing (white) Entering Wi-Fi setup mode, or

network disconnected

Solid (green) Soundbar discovered by the

JBL One app

Solid (white) Network connected

Solid (yellow) Weak Wi-Fi connection

4) Microphone

• For sound calibration

5) Status display

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3.3 Subwoofer

• Connection status indicator

Solid (white) Connected to the soundbar

Fast ﬂashing (white) Pairing mode

Slow ﬂashing (white) Reconnecting or exiting the pairing

mode

Solid (amber) Standby mode

2) Power connector

• Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)

3.4 Remote control

• Switch on or to standby

2) Source selectors

• Select the TV source (default, for audio input from TV

connection where the HDMI OUT (TV ARC/ TV eARC)

connector is prioritized over the OPTICAL connector)

(Bluetooth)

• Select the Bluetooth source

• Press and hold to connect a Bluetooth device

HDMI

• Select the HDMI IN source

3) Sound effect buttons

• Select the level of Dolby Atmos sound effects:

middle (default), high or low

• Select the bass level for subwoofer: 1/2/3 (default)/4/5

(available when both of the detachable rear speakers

are undocked from the soundbar)

• Select the surround sound level for rear speakers: middle

(default), high, muted or low

4) CALIBR

• Press to start sound calibration

5) (Moment)

• Press to directly access the playlist or speaker settings

that you have personalized in the JBL One app

6) (Playback controls during the music streaming over

JBL One app, Chromecast built-in™, AirPlay, Alexa or

Bluetooth)

• Single press: Pause or resume playback

• Double press: Next track

• Triple press: Previous track

7) /

• Increase or decrease the volume

• Press and hold to increase or decrease the volume

continuously

8) (Mute)

• Mute/unmute

3.4.1 App-enabled control

With the JBL One app on your Android and iOS device, you can

do the following:

• Wi-Fi setup;

• Audio calibration & demo;

• Personalize audio settings;

• Manage and control device;

• Music service integration;

• Additional features.

4. PLACE

4.1 Desktop placement

Place the soundbar, detachable speakers and subwoofer on a

at and stable surface. Refer to the recommended distance in

the following diagram.

> 4 m / 13 ft

3 m / 10 ft

>10 cm / 4”

2.5-3.0 m / 8.2-9.8 ft

>5cm / 2”

1-6 m/3-20 ft

1-1.4 m / 3-4.6 ft

NOTES:

– The power cord shall be properly connected to power.

– Do not place any objects on the top of the soundbar, detachable

speakers or subwoofer.

–Charge the detachable speakers in time to ensure sufcient battery

power (See “6.2 Charge the detachable speakers”).

– Use the supplied side caps to cover the two ends of the soundbar

after you detach the rear surround speakers (See Step 5 under

“4.2.2 Wall-mount the detachable speakers as rear surround

speakers”).

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4.2 Wall-mounting

Wall-mount the soundbar and detachable rear speakers together

or separately.

4.2.1 Wall-mount the soundbar

≤8 mm/0.31"

4mm/0.16"

≥30 mm/1.18"

1c)

555.7 mm / 21.88”

1a)

1b)

> 50 mm/2’’

1. Preparation:

a) With the distance of about 2” (50mm) from your TV, stick

the supplied wall-mounting template to a wall by using

adhesive tapes.

b) Use your ballpen tip to mark the screw holder location.

Remove the template.

c) On the marked location, drill a 4 mm/0.16” hole.

2. Install the support for wall-mounting bracket.

3. With the screw, fasten the wall-mounting bracket onto the

bottom of the soundbar.

4. Mount the soundbar.

5. After the soundbar is securely wall-mounted, dock the two

detachable speakers onto the soundbar.

NOTES:

– Make sure that the wall can support the weight of the soundbar.

– Install on a vertical wall only.

– Avoid a location under high temperature or humidity.

– Before wall-mounting, make sure that cables can be properly

connected between the soundbar and external devices.

– Before wall-mounting, make sure that the soundbar is unplugged

from power. Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock.

–To move the soundbar, rst remove the two detachable speakers to

avoid accidental damage.

– Use the supplied side caps to cover the two ends of the soundbar

after you detach the rear surround speakers (See Step 5 under

“4.2.2 Wall-mount the detachable speakers as rear surround

speakers”).

4.2.2 Wall-mount the detachable speakers as rear

surround speakers

≥30 mm/1.18"

≤8 mm/0.31"

4mm/0.16"

1. From the soundbar, remove the two detachable speakers.

2. Install the wall-mounting bracket.

3. Fasten the support onto the back of the speakers.

4. Mount the speakers.

5. Install the side caps.

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5. CONNECT

5.1 Connection with your TV and digital

devices

For audio playback through the soundbar, connect the soundbar

with your TV through the supplied HDMI cable or an optical cable

(sold separately).

An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a

single connection. HDMI connectivity is the best option for your

soundbar.

5.1.1 TV (HDMI ARC / eARC)

(Recommended connection for the best Dolby Atmos

experience)

HDMI (ARC)

HDMI OUT

HDMI (ARC)

HDMI OUT

HDMI INHDMI IN

1. Connect the soundbar with the HDMI IN (ARC / eARC)

connector on your TV by using the supplied HDMI cable.

• On your TV, check that HDMI-CEC and HDMI ARC /

eARC have been enabled. Refer to the owner’s manual of

your TV for more information.

2. Use an HDMI cable (V2.0 or later) to connect the soundbar

with your digital device, such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray

player or game console.

• On your digital device, check that HDMI-CEC has been

enabled. Refer to the owner’s manual of your digital

device for more information.

• On your digital device, select “Bitstream” or “Raw data”

in the audio output settings for the best Dolby Atmos

experience.

3. To play audio from the digital device connected to the

soundbar, select HDMI on the remote control.

NOTES:

– If your TV does not support HDMI eARC, make sure that you

connect your digital device through the HDMI IN connector on

the soundbar instead of your TV. Otherwise, the Dolby Atmos

information cannot pass through the HDMI (ARC) connectors from

the TV to the soundbar.

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