Harman JBL BAR 800 User manual

BAR 800
OWNER’S MANUAL

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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

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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
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 2
x 2
x 2
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.

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3.1.2 Rear connectors
1 2 3 4
5
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
3
1
2
3
1
2
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
1
2
1)
• 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
8
7
6
5
4
1
2
3
1)
• Switch on or to standby
2) Source selectors
TV
• 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

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(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
1-1.4 m / 3-4.6 ft
L
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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
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2
≤8 mm/0.31"
4mm/0.16"
≥30 mm/1.18"
4
3
1c)
1
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
5
1
3
2
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≥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.