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  7
 HOW TO USE USB AUDIO  7
7. SOUND SETTING 8
  BEFORE YOU START  8
 ADJUST THE VOLUME  8
 CHOOSE SOUND EFFECT  8
   1. BASS  8
   2. SOUND MODE  8
   3. NIGHT MODE  8
 SYNCHRONIZE VIDEO AND SOUND  8
8. AUDIO CALIBRATION 8
9.   HOW TO USE YOUR TV REMOTE CONTROL 
TO CONTROL THE SOUNDBAR 9
  FOR MOST SAMSUNG, LG, SONY AND VIZIO TVS  9
 FOR OTHER TVS, DO IR REMOTE LEARNING  9
10. SYSTEM 9
 1. AUTO STANDBY  9
 2. AUTO WAKE UP  9 
 3. SET DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS  9
 4. APPLY FACTORY SETTINGS  9
 5. CHECK SOFTWARE VERSION  9
 6. SOFTWARE UPDATE  9
11. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 10
 GENERAL  10
 INPUT AND OUTPUT  10
 BLUETOOTH SPECIFICATION  10
 USB SPECIFICATION  10
 PRODUCT DIMENSION AND WEIGHT  10
 WIRELESS TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER SECTION  10
12. TROUBLESHOOTING 10
 SYSTEM  10
 SOUND 10
 VIDEO 11
 BLUETOOTH 11
 REMOTE CONTROL  11  
						

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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 www.JBL.com.
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX 
Soundbar
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Subwoofer  
     
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Remote Control and Batteries
     
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Wireless Surround Speakers
     
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Power Cables* (4ft, 1200mm)
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*Power cable numbers varied by regions
HDMI Cable (4ft, 1200mm)
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AUX Cable (4ft, 1200mm)
     
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Optical Cable (4ft, 1200mm)
                                                                          
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Calibration Microphone
     
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Wall-Mount Brackets 
     
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Product Information &  Wall-mounted guide  
                               
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3. PLACE YOUR SOUNDBAR
3a. Place the soundbar on the table
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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.
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≥35 mm/1.4"
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3c.    Wall mounting the Surround Speaker (optional)
1.  Choose a location to mount the surround speakers. In a 
standard  surround  sound  configuration,  the  best  locations  are 
the sides or behind the main seating area. 
2.    Screw the small wall mount brackets to the wall in the desired 
location
3.  Hook the surround speakers to the bracket
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4. CONNECT YOUR SOUNDBAR
This section helps you connect your soundbar to a TV and other 
devices, and set up the whole system.
Connecting the Soundbar to your TV
Connect your soundbar to a TV. You can listen to audio from TV 
programs through your soundbar.
Connecting to TV through HDMI (ARC)
An HDMI connection supports digital audio and is the best option to 
connect to your soundbar. If your TV supports HDMI ARC, you can 
hear the TV audio through your soundbar by using a single HDMI 
cable. This HDMI connection is required if you intend to connect 
other video devices to the soundbar inputs to display on your TV.
HDMI (ARC)HDMI
cable                           
Note: Do confirm that the HDMI CEC function on your TV is turned on.
Connect to TV through Optical
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An Optical connection supports digital audio and is an alternative 
to an HDMI audio connection. An optical audio connection can 
typically be used if all of your video devices are connected directly 
to the television--not through the soundbar HDMI inputs.
Note: Confirm to set your TV audio settings to support “external 
speakers” and disable the built-in TV speakers. 
Connecting the soundbar to other devices
Option 1: Connect digital devices through HDMI
HDMI IN / HDMI (ARC )
HDMI OUT
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Connect a digital device such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray 
player, or games console to your soundbar through a single HDMI 
connection. When you connect the devices in this way and play 
a file or game, the
• video is automatically displayed on your TV, and
• audio is automatically played on your soundbar.
   Using a High Speed HDMI cable, connect the HDMI OUT 
connector on your digital device to the HDMI IN on your 
soundbar. Connect your soundbar to TV through HDMI  
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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 displayed on the display panel.
5. POWER ON YOUR SYSTEM
        
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Pairing with the subwoofer
The wireless subwoofer automatically connects with the soundbar when 
both units are powered on. If the subwoofer is on and connected, the LED 
lights white continuously.
If no audio from the wireless subwoofer can be heard, manually 
pair the subwoofer: 
1.  Turn on the soundbar and the subwoofer. If the connection is 
lost, the LED indicator on the subwoofer blinks slowly. 
2.  Press the CONNECT button on the subwoofer to enter pairing 
mode. The LED indicator on the subwoofer blinks quickly. 
3.  Press and hold DIM DISPLAY button on remote control for  
5 seconds, followed by short press on BASS+, and BASS- 
button in sequence. Panel display will show “PAIRING” 
   If the pairing succeeds, the LED indicator on the subwoofer 
lights up and the soundbar display will show “DONE”.
 If the pairing fails, the indicator on the subwoofer blinks slowly. 
4. If the pairing fails, repeat the steps above.
             
6. USE YOUR SOUNDBAR SYSTEM
1.  How to control your soundbar
    a. Top panel
  
   b. Remote Control
       
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   *   Switch between HDMI ARC/ HDMI 1/ HDMI 2/ HDMI 3/ Optical/ AUX/ Bluetooth\
/ USB  **   Switch between Standard/ music/voice/ movie/ sports sound mode or press and hold 5 seconds to reset default audio setting*** For USB playback only; switch between shuffle/ repeat all/ repeat one/ off
  1)  Power  2) Source*  3) Play / Pause  4) Volume -  5) Volume +  6) Previous  7) Next  8) Wireless Surround Level+  9) Wireless Surround Level-10) Mute11) Bass +12) Bass -13) Sound mode**14) Soundshift On / off15) Shuffle / Repeat16) Calibrate Audio17) Night mode On / off18) Dim display19) Bluetooth20) Audio Sync +21) Audio Sync -
PowerVolume DownVolume UpSource
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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. Point 
this side towards the listening location.
3.  The wireless surround speaker volume level is set to a default 
setting. Press the WIRELESS SURROUND +/- buttons on the 
remote control to adjust the surround speaker volume level 
4.  Review  the  “Audio  Calibration”  section  to  calibrate  the  wireless 
speaker  system  to  your  specific  speaker  placement  and  room 
orientation.
Surround Speaker LED Lighting Indication 
• WHITE (Solid)  : Connected
•  WHITE (Slow Blinking)  :  Lost connection
•  WHITE (Fast Blinking)  :  Searching for soundbar
•  RED (Solid)  :  Charging
•  RED (Blinking)  : Low battery
Battery and Charging 
•  Each wireless surround speaker features 10 hours of playtime. 
•   Each wireless surround speaker will reach a charge in less than 
3 hours of charging.
•   Each wireless surround speaker will charge when attached to the 
soundbar and the system is in STANDBY mode. The surround 
speakers will stop charging when the soundbar is power ON. 
•   As an option, each wireless surround speaker can charge via the 
USB connector, located on the bottom of the speaker.
    Speaker charging
Standby Mode 
1.  The wireless surround speakers feature standby mode. In this 
condition the speakers should automatically reconnect to the 
main soundbar without any other action.
2. The wireless surround speakers automatically enter standby for  
 a total of 10 minutes if one presses POWER OFF on the remote  
 control or the soundbar top-panel buttons. 
3.  The wireless surround speakers automatically switch to standby 
after 10 minutes of button inactivity and no audio/video play from 
a connected device.
4.  The wireless surround speakers automatically power off after 
20 minutes of button inactivity and no audio/video play from a 
connected device. 
Reconnecting to the Main Soundbar
To re-connect the wireless surround speakers to the soundbar, 
first  confirm  the  main  soundbar  is  POWER  ON,  then  press  the 
RECONNECT button on the wireless surround speaker.
Reconnect to soundbar /
Power Off
3. How to use Bluetooth
    2a.  Press Bluetooth (BT) button on your remote control 
to start Bluetooth pairing
  
PAIRIN G
   2b.  Choose “JBL Bar 5.1” to connect
CONNECTED
Settings Bluetooth
Bluetooth
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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 
that generate electromagnetic waves must be kept away 
from the Soundbar main unit - e.g., microwaves, wireless 
LAN devices, etc. 
3.  How to use Soundshift with Bluetooth
By default, Soundshift is OFF, Bluetooth 
music cannot break in your current source. 
Press SOUNDSHIFT button on your remote 
control to enable Soundshift feature.
While Soundshift is on, play and pause your music source to enjoy 
auto-switch between your mobile devices - Bluetooth source (A) 
and TV - Previous source (B).
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4. How to use USB Audio  
      Play music files located on USB storage devices through the 
soundbar. 
   1. Connect a 2.0 USB drive to this product. 
   2.   Press repeatedly SOURCE button on the remote control 
until USB is displayed on the display panel.
      If USB is detected, display will show LOADING and music 
start playing automatically.
     Songs  will  appear  in  the  order  of  the  last  file  added  to  the  
USB drive.
How to Control USB playback
Use Play/ Pause/ Previous/ Next/ Shuffle to control USB playback
  
Before you connect a USB device, be aware of the following:
•  This  soundbar  can  display  file  or  folder  names  that  contain numbers or English characters only. Other languages and symbol is not supported.
•  If the file name of a file on a USB device exceeds 15 characters, it is not displayed on the Soundbar’s display.
•  Do not remove the USB device while it is transferring files.
•  DRM-protected  music  files  (MP3,  WMA)  from  commercial  web sites cannot be played.
Compatible USB devices
•  MP3 Player : Flash type MP3 player.
•  USB Flash Drive : Devices that support USB 2.0.
•  Some USB devices may not be supported.
USB device requirement
•   Devices which require additional program installation connected to a computer, are not supported.
•  Do not extract the USB device while in operation.
•   For a large capacity USB, it may take longer than a few minutes to be searched.This unit is not supported when the total number of files is 2000 or more.
•   The Soundbar USB Port cannot be connected to PC and it cannot be used as a storage device.
•  The  exFAT  and  NTFS  file  system  is  not  supported  on  this  unit. (FAT16/FAT32 systems are available.)
•   Depending on some devices, it may not available to recognize the followings on this unit.
  -- External HDD
 -- Card readers
 -- Locked devices
 -- Hard type USB devices
 -- USB hub
 -- Using USB extension cable
 --   iPhone/iPod/iPad
 -- Android device
ModeDescriptionDisplayOffPlay songs on USB device on orderOFF
 Shuffle
Play songs randomlySHUFFLE
Repeat once
Play a same song repeatedlyONE
 Repeat all
Play all songs on USB repeatedly by order of the folder logic
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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 (bass) settings of the soundbar.
    • Press BASS +/- to change the subwoofer volume level.
  2. Sound mode
    •   Select predefined sound modes to suit your video or music.
    •   Press SOUND button to select a sound option from the 
display panel.
    •   Select  the STANDARD mode if you want to enjoy the 
original sound. 
   •   Select  the MUSIC, MOVIE, VOICE, SPORT mode 
depending on the content you want to listen to.
   •   When the wireless surround speakers are detached from 
the main bar, sound modes feature specific behaviors:
      Sound Mode    What you hear in the detached  
    wireless surround speakers
     Standard  Ambience and special effects
     Music  Mono Mix
     Movie  Ambience and special effects
     Voice  Mono Mix
     Sports  Ambience and special effects
 3. Night mode
    •   For quiet listening, night mode decreases the volume of 
loud sounds when audio is played.
    •  Night mode is only available for Dolby Digital or DTS 
soundtracks.
    • Press NIGHT MODE button to turn night mode on or off.
 Press and hold 5 seconds SOUND button to reset default  
  audio setting.
Synchronize video and sound
    •   If the audio and video are not synchronized, delay the audio 
to match the video.
    •   Press AUDIO SYNC +/- button to synchronize the audio  
with the video.
8. AUDIO CALIBRATION
Audio Calibration will optimize the wireless speaker sound settings 
for a better surround sound experience.
Remove the wireless surround speakers from the soundbar.
Connect the microphone into the connector on the right side of 
the soundbar. 
Place the microphone at ear-level at the listening position. For best 
surround sound effect, position the wireless surround speakers to 
the sides and slightly behind the listening area. 
Be sure to point the narrow side of the surround speaker towards 
the listening area, and remove any obstruction between the 
microphone and the wireless surround speakers.
Press and hold the calibration button for 3 seconds. The calibration 
sequence will begin with a countdown. 
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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 remote control to control your soundbar
7a. For most Samsung, LG, Sony and Vizio TVs* 
The soundbar responds to your TV remote control automatically. 
Controllable functions are volume up/down and mute. Press and 
hold  SHUFFLE button on soundbar remote control if you want to 
disable this function.
TV REMOTE ON
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Note: 
–   Make sure that the sound output of your TV is set to “External 
speaker”.
– Depending on the remote control, this function may not work  
 well.
–   This function does not operate on LG TV’s magic remote 
control.
– This function may not work well when HDMI CEC is ON. 
–   Some remote control may not operate if you press repeatedly 
the volume button.
– If your TV remote control is not supported, follow section 7b and  
 do IR remote learning.
7b. For other TVs, do IR remote learning 
To program the soundbar to respond to your TV remote control, 
follow these steps. First, press and hold VOLUME+ and SOURCE 
button to enter   learning mode.
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Then, press POWER button on the soundbar and press POWER 
button on the   TV remote control
Follow the same procedure for VOLUME - and 
VOLUME + . For mute, press both VOLUME + 
and VOLUME - button on soundbar and press 
MUTE button on TV remote control. Press and 
hold VOLUME+ and SOURCE button on 
soundbar again and now your soundbar 
responds to your TV remote control.
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10. SYSTEM
1.  Auto standby 
  This soundbar automatically switches to standby after 10  
 minutes of button    inactivity and no audio/video play from a  
 connected device. 
2. Auto wake up
    The soundbar is powered on whenever a sound signal is 
received. This is most useful when connecting to the TV using 
the optical cable, as most HDMI™ ARC connections enable 
this feature by default.
3. Set display brightness
    Press DIM button on remote control repeatedly to select a 
different brightness level of the display panel on this product 
4. Apply factory settings 
    •   Reset this soundbar to the default settings programmed at 
the factory. 
    •   In any source mode, press and hold VOLUME -, VOLUME+ 
and SOURCE button on soundbar top panel until text 
display shows RESET.
    •   When the factory settings restore is complete, the product 
automatically switches off and restarts.
5.  Check Software version
    •   Press and hold DIM DISPLAY button for 5 seconds in any 
source, Hold and press DIM DISPLAY button for 5 seconds, 
followed by SOUND MODE and NIGHT MODE button. 
    •  To check subwoofer software version, pls connect 
subwoofer to soundbar via a 3.5mm AUX in cable and 
follow the above procedure.
6.  Software Update
      JBL may offer updates for Soundbar’s system firmware in the 
future. If an update is offered, you can update the firmware by 
connecting a USB device with the firmware update stored on 
it to the USB port on your soundbar.
     Please visit www.JBL.com or contact JBL call center to 
receive more information about downloading update files.
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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  :