IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric • Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, shock.
PACKAGE CONTENTS High Definition Sound Bar Remote Control This Quick with Batteries Start Guide Power Cable Stereo RCA to 3.5mm Coaxial Audio Digital Optical Audio Cable Cable Cable 2 x Sound Bar Wall 2 x Wall Wall Mount Mount Brackets Mount Screws Template (Size: M4 x 10)
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL (3) Coaxial In AUX (1) OPTICAL (4) Analog Audio In Digital Optical Audio In AUX (2) Analog Audio In Power Port Service Port SUB OUT Subwoofer Out...
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Back of Sound Bar Control Buttons are located here: Power Input Bluetooth Input (Hold to force pair, See ‘Bluetooth Pairing’ for more information.) Volume...
FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar GOOD GOOD BETTER BETTER DIGITAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OPTICAL 3.5MM TO 3.5MM TO CABLE** CABLE** RCA CABLE RCA CABLE CHOOSE ONE CABLE: BETTER GOOD AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV *Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the Sound Bar directly **When using either of the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting the TV to your other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc) see your device’s user manual.
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Connect the Power Cable to the Sound Bar. Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet.
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Sound Bar is centered below the TV. For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar as shown. The Sound Bar should be close to ear level.
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Remove the battery cover Insert the included batteries by gently sliding it away and gently slide the battery from the remote. cover back into place. Turn your TV on, then press the Power button Input Power on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on. Press the Input button to switch between audio sources.
USING THE REMOTE Bluetooth Input Press to enter Bluetooth input. Press to change input source. (To enter force pair mode, press and hold for 5 seconds) Power Press to turn on or off. Volume + Enter/Play/Pause Press to increase volume. Press to select an option.
The Sound Bar will be discoverable for 15 (When searching for device) Flash from Left to Right minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth Device. Bluetooth Pairing and back continuously.
Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. 2. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, see the documentation that came with your device.
USING BLUETOOTH MODE Your Sound Bar supports music streaming from smartphones, tablets, and computers with Bluetooth capability. Device compatibility will vary, see your device’s documentation for more information. Once you have paired your source device to the Sound Bar, as long as you stay within range of the Sound Bar, your device should remain paired, even if you change the input on the Sound Bar.
ADVANCED SETUP Back of Sound Bar Connect up to four (4) different devices to the Sound Bar (devices shown are examples you can use any device). To listen to a device, change the input source on the Sound Bar. Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only.
CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER Back of Sound Bar RCA Subwoofer Cable* Optional Subwoofer* For best results setting up an optional subwoofer, VIZIO suggests the following procedure: Press the BASS button on the remote control to enter bass adjustment mode. Use the Previous/Next buttons to adjust the bass level to the center position.
WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR Wall-Mount Back of Sound Bar Screw Holes Insert and tighten two Wall-Mount Screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver into the Wall-Mount Screw Holes. Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the four bracket holes using a pencil.
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Be sure your screws are attached to wood studs or drywall anchors (for drywall) or concrete anchors (for brick/concrete walls). Wall mounting hardware is not included. 22.5 in (571.5 mm) Wall Mount Screw Screw Size: M4 x 10 If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the layout of electrical wiring in the walls of your home, consult a professional installer.
Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set. Enable VIZIO TV Remote: VIZIO TV Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and adjust the volume Remote of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function, Press and Hold the Power (...
HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING • Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the top of your Sound Bar. There is no power. • Ensure the power cord is securely connected. • Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly. •...
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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS? LET US HELP! YOUR PRODUCT INCLUDES FREE LIFETIME TECH SUPPORT The VIZIO support team is highly trained and is based in the United States. We can help with: • New Product Setup • Connecting Your Devices •...
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VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of a new Product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use. If a Product covered by this warranty is determined to be defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the Product at its sole option and discretion.
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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