Harman JBL BAR 9.1 User manual

BAR 9.1 TRUE WIRELESS SURROUND
WITH DOLBY ATMOS®
OWNER’S MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
The JBL Bar 9.1 True Wireless Surround with Dolby Atmos®
(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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
1. INTRODUCTION 4
2. WHAT’S IN THE BOX 4
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 5
3.1 SOUNDBAR 5
3.2 DETACHABLE SPEAKERS 6
3.3 SUBWOOFER 6
3.4 REMOTE CONTROL 6
4. PLACE 7
4.1 DESKTOP PLACEMENT 7
4.2 WALL-MOUNTING 7
5. CONNECT 9
5.1 CONNECTION WITH YOUR TV AND DIGITAL DEVICES 9
5.2 BLUETOOTH CONNECTION 11
5.3 CONNECTION WITH YOUR HOME NETWORK 11
6. SETUP 13
6.1 CONNECT THE DETACHABLE REAR SPEAKERS AND
SUBWOOFER 13
6.2 CHARGE THE DETACHABLE SPEAKERS 13
6.3 SOUND CALIBRATION 14
7. PLAY 16
7.1 POWER-ON/AUTO STANDBY/AUTO WAKEUP/POWER-
SAVING MODE 16
7.2 PLAY FROM THE TV SOURCE 17
7.3 PLAY FROM THE HDMI IN SOURCE 17
7.4 PLAY FROM THE BLUETOOTH SOURCE 18
7.5 PLAY THROUGH CHROMECAST 18
7.6 PLAY THROUGH AIRPLAY 18
7.7 MULTI-ROOM PLAYBACK 19
8. SOUND SETTINGS 19
9. RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS 20
10. SOFTWARE UPDATE 20
11. RE-CONNECT THE SUBWOOFER 21
12. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 22
13. TROUBLESHOOTING 23
SYSTEM 23
SOUND 23
BLUETOOTH 23
WI-FI 23
MUSIC STREAMING 23
REMOTE CONTROL 23
14. TRADEMARKS 24
15. OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE 25

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the JBL Bar 9.1 True Wireless Surround
with Dolby Atmos®(soundbar, detachable speakers and
subwoofer) 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 Internet
and 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.
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
Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)
Power cord*
x 2
* Power cord quantity and plug type vary region.

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HDMI cable
Side caps**
(For the soundbar) (For the detachable speakers)
**For some regions only.
Wall-mounting kit
x 2
x 2
x 6x 6
x 2
x 2
x 2
Product information & wall-mounting template
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
3.1 Soundbar
Controls
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1) (Power)
• Switch on or to standby
2) -/+ (Volume)
• 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) (Source)
• Select a sound source: TV (default, for audio input
from TV connection where the
connector is prioritized over the connector),
Bluetooth or HDMI IN.
4) Microphone
• For audio calibration (wireless surround sound)
(For details, see “Sound calibration” in the “SETUP”
chapter.)
5) Status display
Rear connectors
1 2 3 4 5 6
1)
• Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)
2)
• USB connector for software update
• Connect to a USB storage device for MP3 le playback
(for US version only)
3)
• Connect to the optical output on your TV or digital device

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4)
• Connect to your home network through an Ethernet cable
5)
• Connect to the HDMI ARC / HDMI eARC input on your TV
6)
• Connect to the HDMI output on your digital device
3.2 Detachable speakers
1
2
3
1) (Connect)
• Press to reconnect to the soundbar
2) Micro USB connector
• For battery charging
3) Status indicator
• For battery power
Flashing red Low battery (battery level: <20%)
Solid red Battery charging underway
Off Battery charging complete
• For wireless connection status
Slow ashing white Disconnected from the
soundbar
Fast ashing white Connecting to the soundbar
Solid white Connected to the soundbar
3.3 Subwoofer
1
2
1)
• Connection status indicator
Solid white Connected to the soundbar
Fast ashing white Pairing mode
Slow ashing white Reconnecting or exiting the
pairing mode
Solid amber Standby mode
2)
• Connect to power (with the supplied power cord)
3.4 Remote control
1
2
3
5
9
4
6
7
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1)
• Switch on or to standby
2)
• Select the TV source (default, for audio input from TV
connection where the connector is
prioritized over the connector)
3) (Bluetooth)
• Select the Bluetooth source
• Press and hold to connect another Bluetooth device
4)
• Select the level of Dolby Atmos/DTS:X effect: middle
(default), high or low
5) HDMI
• Select the source
• Press and hold for more than 5 seconds to enter the
calibration mode for wireless surround sound
6) + / -
• Increase or decrease the volume
• Press and hold to increase or decrease the volume
continuously.
7) (Mute)
• Mute/unmute
8)
• Select the bass level for subwoofer: 1/2/3 (default)/4/5
9)
• Select the surround sound level for rear speakers: middle
(default), high or low
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.
>10cm/4” 5cm/2”
R
L
3m/10ft
1m/3ft
1-1.4m/
3-4.6ft
1-1.4m/
3-4.6ft
2.5-3.0m/8.2-9.8ft
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 sufficient battery
power (See “ Connect the detachable rear speakers” in the chapter
“SETUP”).
4.2 Wall-mounting
Wall-mount the soundbar and detachable rear speakers together
or separately.

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A) Wall-mount the soundbar
1
5
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≤8 mm/
0.31"
4mm/
0.16"
≥30 mm/1.18"
4
2” (50mm) 1a)
1b)
1c)
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, first remove the two detachable speakers to
avoid accidental damage.
B) Wall-mount the detachable speakers as rear
surround speakers
3
5
4
1
2
≤8 mm/
0.31"
4mm/
0.16"
≥30 mm/1.18"
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 as needed.

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HDMI IN
1. Connect the soundbar with the connector on
your TV by using the supplied HDMI cable.
• On your TV, check that HDMI-CEC and HDMI ARC 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 on the remote control.
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.
TV (HDMI ARC)
(Recommended connection for the best Dolby Atmos / DTS:X
experience)
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC)
HDMI OUT
HDMI (ARC)
*

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TV (HDMI eARC)
HDMI (eARC)
HDMI OUT
(TV ARC)
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
*
TV
1. Connect the soundbar with the connector
on your TV by using the supplied HDMI cable.
• On your TV, check that HDMI-CEC and HDMI ARC have
been enabled. Refer to the owner’s manual of your TV for
more information.
2. Use an HDMI cable (eARC compatible, V2.0 or later) to connect
your TV with your digital device, such as a streaming device,
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 TV and 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 your TV,
select on the remote control.
OPTICAL
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
OPTICAL
OPTICAL
*
TV
NOTES:
−With the 4 up-firing speakers and the detachable surround speaker
design, the Dolby surround upmixer of the soundbar can expand the
legacy channel-based audio of Dolby Digital format, including 5.1 and
7.1 content, and provide an immersive 3D Atmos experience.