JBL 51 Manual

JBL Bar 5.1
OWNER’S MANUAL 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 3
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX 3
3. PLACE YOUR SOUNDBAR 3
  PLACE THE SOUNDBAR ON THE TABLE  3
 WALL MOUNT THE SOUNDBAR  4
 WALL MOUNTING THE SURROUND SPEAKER  (OPTIONAL)  4
4. CONNECT YOUR SOUNDBAR 4
  CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR TV  4
 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR TO OTHER DEVICES  4
5. POWER ON YOUR SYSTEM 5
  PAIR WITH THE SUBWOOFER  5
6. USE YOUR SOUNDBAR SYSTEM 5
  TO CONTROL  5
 USING THE WIRELESS SPEAKERS  6
 HOW TO USE BLUETOOTH  6
 HOW TO USE SOUNDSHIFT WITH BLUETOOTH...

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1. INTRODUCTION 
Thank you for purchasing the JBL Bar 5.1. The JBL Bar 5.1 
is designed to bring an extraordinary sound experience to your 
home entertainment system. We urge you to take a few minutes 
to read through this manual, which describes the product 
and includes step-by-step instructions to help you set up and 
get started.
CONTACT US: If you have any questions about JBL Bar 5.1, 
its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or 
custom installer, or visit our website at...

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3b. Wall mount the Soundbar
Use tape to stick the wall-mounted paper guide on the wall, push 
a pen tip through the center of each mounting hole to mark the 
wall-mounted bracket location and remove the paper.
TV
Screw the L-shaped wall mount brackets on the pen mark; screw 
the threaded mounting post into the back of the soundbar; then 
hook the soundbar on the wall.
≤8 mm/0.31  4mm/0.16

≥35 mm/1.4"
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3c.    Wall mounting the Surround Speaker (optional)
1.  Choose a location to mount the...

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Option 2: Connect devices through analog audio cables
AUX cable
AUX-IN
AUX-OUT
1.  Some devices may not feature a digital audio connection. If your 
device features both digital and analog audio connections, a 
digital connection is preferred--do not connect both digital and 
analog at the same time. Using an analog cable, connect the 
AUX IN (3.5mm jack) on your SoundBar to the AUX IN/ 3.5mm 
connectors on your portable devices.
2.  Press repeatedly SOURCE button on the remote control until 
AUX is...

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2. Using the Wireless Speakers
The JBL Bar 5.1 features two wireless surround speakers that 
transform the soundbar to a full 5.1 surround sound experience. 
The soundbar system will reproduce the experience you hear in the 
movie theater and create an immersive music experience. 
How to use your wireless surround speakers:
1.  Detach the speakers from the main soundbar and freely place 
them to the sides or behind the main seating area.
2.  Note that the narrow side of the speaker emits the sound....

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Remark: Press and hold Bluetooth (BT) button on your remote 
control for 3 seconds if you  want to pair another mobile device.
NOTES 
-   If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth device, 
enter .
-   In Bluetooth connection mode, the Bluetooth connection will 
be lost if the distance between the Soundbar and the Bluetooth 
device exceeds 32.8 ft/10m.
-   The Soundbar automatically turns off after 10 minutes in the 
Ready state.
-    Electronic devices may cause radio interference. Devices...

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7. SOUND SETTING
This section helps you choose the ideal sound for your video or 
music.
Before you start  
•   Make the necessary connections described in the user manual.
• On the soundbar, switch to corresponding source for other 
 devices.
Adjust the volume
•   Press VOLUME +/- button to increase or decrease a volume 
level.
• To mute sound, press MUTE button.
•  To restore the sound, press MUTE button again or press 
VOLUME +/- button
Choose sound effect
 1. Bass
    •   Change low frequency...

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NOTE: any ambient noise or sounds may disrupt the calibration 
sequence. Step out of the way and remain silent during the 
calibration.
After the calibration is complete, unplug the microphone and save 
for later. 
NOTE:  Audio  calibration  settings  are  saved  for  specific  wireless 
speaker locations. If the wireless speakers are moved to 
different locations, then the audio calibration settings should be 
re-measured.
9. HOW TO USE YOUR TV REMOTE 
CONTROL TO CONTROL THE 
SOUNDBAR
Use your own TV...

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11. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
General
• Total Maximun Power   : 510W
•  Soundbar Maximum Power  : 150W
•  Subwoofer Maximum Power  : 300W
•  Surround Speaker Maximum 
 Power  : 30W x 2
•  Surround Speaker Play Time  : 10 hours
•  Battery charge time  :