Vizio SB36514-G6 User manual

USER MANUAL
Model: SB36514-G6
VIZIO 36" 5.1.4 Channel Sound Bar Home Theater Sound System
Please read this guide before using the product.

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Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within dened design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or re. To prevent your Unit
from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions
before operating your Unit. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch o the power before connecting other components to your Unit.
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning your Unit. A damp cloth is sucient for cleaning. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner on your Unit. Do not
use abrasive cleaners.
• Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.
• When moving your Unit from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before
turning on your Unit to avoid causing re, electric shock, or component damage.
• Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of your Unit and to protect it
from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place your Unit in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is
provided.
• Never push any object into the slots and openings on your Unit enclosure. Do not place any objects on the top of your Unit. Doing so could short
circuit parts causing a re or electric shock. Never spill liquids on your Unit.
• Do not block the subwoofer ports. Allow for 1-2 inches of space around all sides for ventilation.
• WARNING: Exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing causing hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). With continued
exposure to loud noises, ears may become accustomed to the sound level, which may result in permanent damage to hearing without any
noticeable discomfort.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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• When connected to a power outlet, power is always owing into your Unit. To totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in re or electric shock.
• The wall socket should be located near your Unit and be easily accessible
• Keep your Unit away from moisture. Do not expose your Unit to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into your Unit, unplug the power cord and
contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in re or electric shock.
• Do not use your Unit if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer
immediately. Do not try to repair your unit yourself.
• Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your Unit is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally.
Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair. Continued use of your Unit may cause re or electric shock.
• Do not install your Unit in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your Unit in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may
cause re or electric shock.
• Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your Unit.
• When unplugging your Unit, hold the power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause re or
electric shock. When your Unit will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
• To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
• Insert the remote control batteries in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarity may cause the battery to leak which can damage the remote
control or injure the operator.
• See the important note and rating located on the back of the unit.
• WARNING - This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a re or shock hazard, do not place any container lled with liquid near the equipment
(such as a vase or ower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain, or moisture).
• CAUTION - Danger of explosion or re if batteries are mistreated. Replace only with the same or specied type.
• Do not leave the batteries exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Do not disassemble the batteries or
dispose of it in re.
• Where the MAINS plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
The lighting ash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of not
isolated dangerous voltage within the
product that may be sucient magnitude
to constitute a risk of shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
servicing instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Warning: This equipment is a Class II or
double insulated electrical appliance. It has
been designed in such a way that it does
not require a safety connection to electrical
earth.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Package Contents............................................................................................................................................5
Controls & Connections..................................................................................................................................6
First-Time Setup...............................................................................................................................................10
Proper Placement............................................................................................................................................16
Using the Remote............................................................................................................................................17
Using your tablet or smartphone as a remote.............................................................................................18
LED Indicators..................................................................................................................................................19
Using Button Combinations ...........................................................................................................................24
Programming the Sound Bar .........................................................................................................................25
Bluetooth Audio Pairing..................................................................................................................................26
Using Bluetooth mode....................................................................................................................................27
Advanced Setup...............................................................................................................................................28
Advanced Setup - HDMI ARC..........................................................................................................................29
Connecting with HDMI ARC ............................................................................................................................30
Connecting a Subwoofer ...............................................................................................................................32
Wall-Mounting the Sound Bar........................................................................................................................33
Wall-Mounting the Satellite Speakers ...........................................................................................................35
Help & Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................38
Frequently Asked Questions ..........................................................................................................................39
Limited Warranty.............................................................................................................................................40
Specications...................................................................................................................................................43
Legal & Compliance.........................................................................................................................................44

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Quick Start Guide
4 x Cable Ties
2 x Satellite
Speakers
VIZIO
Sound Bar
Wall Mount Template
Stereo RCA to
3.5mm Audio Cable
3.5mm to 3.5mm
Audio Cable
Remote Control
with 2x AAA Batteries
4 x Wall
Mount Screws
2 x Wall
Mount Brackets
(Satellite Speakers)
2 x Wall
Mount Brackets
(Sound Bar)
2 x Power Cables
Digital Optical
CableHDMI Cable
2 x Satellite Speaker
Audio Cables
Wireless Subwoofer

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CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
Power Port OPTICAL
Digital Optical Audio In
3.5mm IN
Analog Audio In
(Stereo 3.5mm)
Front
Top
Back
Side
Angle
Back of Sound Bar

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* Supports .WAV and .MP3 le format playback only.
USB*
USB In
HDMI IN
HDMI In
HDMI OUT
HDMI Out (ARC) Ethernet
Ethernet In
Angle

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Top of Sound Bar
Input Press to change
the audio source.
Volume Increase or decrease
the loudness of the audio.
Power Press to turn
sound bar on or o.
Bluetooth Input Hold to pair.
(See ‘Bluetooth Audio Pairing’
for more information.)
Front
Top
Back
Side
Angle
Front
Top
Back
Side

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Back of Subwoofer Back of Satellite Speaker
Satellite Speaker Port
(Connects to subwoofer)
Satellite Speaker Ports
Connects to Left(blue cable)/Right (gray cable) Satellite Speakers
Power Button
Power Port LED Indicator
Pairing Button

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Front
Top
Back
Side
Angle
Back of Sound Bar
FIRST-TIME SETUP
* Not all TVs/Displays have the audio outputs shown
above. To connect the Sound Bar directly to your
other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc.)
See your device’s user manual.
1CHOOSE ONE CABLE*
and connect it to your tv
Ensure your TV powered on
3.5MM TO
RCA CABLE
GOOD
HOME THEATER DISPLAY | QUICK START GUIDE
Installation Guide | Models:
OR
BETTER
DIGITAL OPTICAL
CABLE†
† When using the digital input, if there is no audio:
(A) try setting the TV/Display output to PCM or
(B) Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source,
some TV/Displays do not pass through digital
audio.

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Angle
HDMI cables send Video (Out) and receive
Audio from the TV/Display. See the Connecting
with HDMI section for more information.
Do not use HDMI IN for First-Time Setup.
See Advanced Setup if you would like to connect
HDMI devices (such as Blu-ray players, cable
boxes, and game consoles) to your Sound Bar.
Connect the sound bar to your TV/Display* using
one of the connection types to the left. Choose the
best possible connection type. Be sure the TV/Display
port is an audio output, not an audio input.
OR
BEST
HDMI ARC
CABLE

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2Connect the power cable to the sound bar AC
IN as shown.
Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet.
The sound bar will automatically begin
searching for an active input.*
The LED indicators on the front of the sound
bar will begin cycling in pairs through inputs
until an audio source is detected.**
Front
Top
Back
Side
Angle
Back of Sound Bar
HOME THEATER DISPLAY | QUICK START GUIDE
Installation Guide | Models:
*Occurs only during rst-time set up.
**Auto detect function only occurs once when the sound bar is rst powered on. To enable this feature again, you must do a Factory Reset (see the Using Button
Combinations section for more information) or press and hold the INPUT button for 3 seconds.
Tip: Pressing the INPUT button will
stop the auto detect function.

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Connect the satellite speakers to the
subwoofer using the included satellite
speaker audio cables.
3
Match the color coded speaker cable to the matching speaker port color.
Blue for left surround and gray is for right surround.
To properly connect the subwoofer and satellite
speakers, ensure the notches on the cables and
ports line up and that the cable is fully inserted.
Subwoofer
Satellite Speaker
(Right)
Satellite Speaker
(Left)

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HOME THEATER DISPLAY | QUICK START GUIDE
Installation Guide | Models:
5
Connect a power cable
to the subwoofer.
Plug the power cable
into a power outlet.
The subwoofer will
automatically power
on and link to the
sound bar when
plugged in. The LED
will glow solid to
conrm.
4
6

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7
8
9You can press the INPUT button to
switch between audio sources. For
example, if you connected your TV to
AUX, set the sound bar to AUX.
InputPower
Remove the battery cover by gently
sliding it away from the remote.
Top
Insert the included batteries and gently
slide the battery cover back into place.
Top
When needed, VIZIO recommends replacing the
batteries that came with this remote with two, new
Duracell ‘AAA’ alkaline batteries.

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For the best surround sound experience, position the sound bar, subwoofer, and satellite speakers as shown.
The sound bar should be close to ear level.
You will get the best sound eect if your ceiling is at and 7.5 ft to 12 ft high.
PROPER PLACEMENT
Note: Speaker stands not included. Do not block the subwoofer ports.
Sound bar is centered
below the TV.
Subwoofer
Left surround
speaker
Right surround
speaker

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USING THE REMOTE
Volume +/-
Press to increase and
decrease volume
Previous
Press to return to previous track
(Changes audio settings in Menu)
Menu
Press to access the menu
settings
Mute
Press to mute/unmute
Power
Press to turn on or o
Enter/Play/Pause
Press to select an option
Press to play or pause
Next
Press to skip to the next track.
(Changes audio settings in
Menu)
Display
Displays Sound Bar Settings
Input
*Press to change the input
source
Up/Down
Press to cycle through settings
and options
*Press INPUT then Previous to select previous input.
Press INPUT then Next to select Bluetooth input.

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Download the VIZIO SmartCast Mobile™ app and turn your smartphone or
tablet into a remote to control your sound bar system.
• Visit www.vizio.com/smartcastapp on your device to download.
• Install the app and follow the on screen instructions to setup your device.
USING YOUR TABLET OR SMARTPHONE AS A REMOTE
Visit www.vizio.com/smartcastapp for minimium requirements.
This will allow you to:
Enable automatic
updates and future
enhancements
Cast your favorite
audio applications
Control your sound bar
with your phone or tablet
Connect to Wi-Fi

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Press the Menu button and use the Up/Down Arrow buttons
on the remote to access the dierent functions and acoustic
settings of the sound bar. Each function and setting will
be displayed on the remote control’s LCD display. The LED
indicators will behave dierently with each function.
LED INDICATORS
*Sound bar name may be dierent if the sound bar was previously setup using the SmartCast Mobile app.
LED Indicators are located here.
Front
Top
Back
Side
Angle
Function LED Behavior Description
Bluetooth
Pairing
BT Pair
(When searching for device)
Flash from Bottom to Top
and back continuously.
Press the Enter button on the remote. The sound bar will be discoverable for
15 minutes. You can now search for the sound bar (VIZIO SB36514*) using
your Bluetooth Device. The sound bar will power down if no device is found.
Note: Set your Bluetooth device into pairing mode prior to the sound bar.
Bass Levels
Bass
Two center LEDs
indicate Bass level 0.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the bass level.
The LED indicators will move to the top with increasing levels and to the
bottom with decreasing levels.
Treble Levels
Treble
Two center LEDs
indicate Treble level 0.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the treble level.
The LED indicators will move to the top with increasing levels and to the
bottom with decreasing levels.
Center Levels Two center LEDs
indicate Dialogue
is centered.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the presence of dialog
in the center channel. The LED indicators will move to the top when the
dialog presence is increased and to the bottom when the dialog presence is
decreased.
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Function LED Behavior Description
Height Levels
Two center LEDs
indicate height level 0.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the height
speakers. Use this adjustment to accommodate various ceiling heights and
seating distances.
Surround Levels
Surround
Two center LEDs
indicate Surround level
is centered.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the surround sound
level. The LED indicators will move to the top with increasing levels and to the
bottom with decreasing levels.
Note: Surnd setting on remote must be On to adjust the surround level.
Surround Balance
Surr Bal
Two center LEDs
indicate Surround Balance is
centered.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the surround balance
level on each side. The LED indicators will move to the top with balance levels
to the right and down with balance levels to the left.
Subwoofer Levels
Subwoofer Two center LEDs
indicate subwoofer level 0.
Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the
subwoofer. The LED indicators will move to the top with increasing levels and to
the bottom with decreasing levels.
Note: Decreasing the level to the minimum turns o the subwoofer.
Equalizer Mode
EQ
Press the Next/Previous button to toggle between 3 preset equalizer settings,
Music, Direct and Movie. Press the Play/Pause button to conrm.
Note: Movie mode is on by default.
Direct
Music
Movie
Height +