PHILIPS Soundbar User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Philips

Table of Contents

General information
Accessories
Connections
Top panel operation
Remote controls
Playing the speakers and subwoofer
Bluetooth Operating Instruction
Troubleshooting
Warranty
Product specifications
References
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PHILIPS Soundbar User Manual

General information

Safety instructions
Please read carefully the safety mark on the back side

This mark is intended to alert the user from the non isolated dangerous voltage within the Product that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons

This mark is intented to alert the user for important operating and servicing instruction.

Warnings

Avoid sustained periods on high-volume use, and do not turn the volume to maximum level while using high output signal, such as Mobile Phone or DVD, etc., as this will cause distortion and may damage the loudspeaker cones
Please switch off the system from the wall socket when not in use
Do not open the cover or back panel to avoid electrical shock or any other accidents. No user service able parts are inside.
Only for indoor use
Plug the system to the AC outlet with the right voltage marked on the back panel of the Subwoofer.
The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable

Accessories

Item

|

Quantity

---|---

Audio-2RCA cable

| 1
Remote control|

1

User manual

| 1
Optical cable|

1

Wall mount

| 1
Power cord|

1

Remark: please unscrew the plastic wall mount and use metal one, if the soundbar need to be hung on the wall.

Connections

AC Power cord.
HDMI ARC Input.
Optical Input.
Input Connect to sound sources such as computer, CD player, MP3, etc.
AC IN: AC Power cord.
LED: Solid red when not connected, Solid blue when connected.
ON/OFF To turn on the subwoofer for wireless pairing, To turn off the subwoofer.

Soundbar back panel
Subwoofer back panel

Top panel operation

/SOURCE
/VOL4.
/VOL+

Top panel operation

/SOURCE: The Speaker system is in stand by mode when power on, with white LED “—-”. Short press the “ /SOURCE” to select appropriate source. Keeping the “ /SOURCE” key pressed for long will go back to stand by mode.
You can toggle through the input modes by pressing the “ /SOURCE ” key, “bt” denotes Bluetooth Mode, “Hd” denotes HDMI ARC Mode, “OP” denotes Optical Mode, “AU” denotes Audio Mode, “Ud” denotes USB* mode.
Play/Pause the songs.
/VOL-: Long press for volume decrease/ short press for prev track.
/VOL+: Long press for volume increase/ short press for next track.
: USB* Slot.

Remark:

In order not to disturb in the dark, the LED display of soundbar is set to be dim after 30 seconds if there is no operation, and display off after another 90 seconds. You can press any button to resume.

AVAILABLE IF CONNECTED

Remote controls

: Power ON or Standby modes.
PAIR:
Turn both soundbar and subwoofer on, they will pair automatically.
- In case they don’t get paired, press “MUTE” and hold 5 seconds to reset, then short press “PAIR” continuously until “1d” show on display, switch the subwoofer of and red & blue light will flash alternately after restart, press “PAIR” to conrm the connection, the subwoofer LED will go to solid blue when successfully connected
- How to change frequency ID: “CHxx” will show on display after long press “PAIR”, press again to select the ID, subwoofer blue LED will f;ash and stay solid blue once successfully paired. Though there are 5 ID available for pairing, we would suggest not to change the ID if speaker system is working ne.
MUTE: Turn volume off, short press again to activate.
VOL+: To increase the Volume by short or long press VOL+.
: Play the previous song by pressing “ ” but not in audio mode.
: Play/pause in USB/BT mode and MUTE in audio mode.
: Play next song by pressing “ ”, but not in audio mode.
VOL-: To decrease the Volume by short or long press VOL-.
BT: Bluetooth mode.
ARC: ARC mode.
OPT: Optical mode.
AUD: Audio input mode.
USB: USB* mode.
EQ: POP, ROCK, JAZZ, CLASSIC, COUNTRY, NORMAL.

Remark:

In order not to disturb in the dark, the LED display of soundbar is set to be dim after 30 seconds if there is no operation, and display off after another 90 seconds. You can press any button to resume.

Playing the speakers and subwoofer

System positioning :

The subwoofer is recommended to be put on the floor to get a better acoustic
The soundbar is recommended to be put on the flat desktop to get a better acoustic effect.

Helpful Hint: –

To avoid magnetic interference, do not position the speakers, too close to your TV.

Bluetooth Operating Instruction

Press SOURCE key from soundbar or remote control to Bluetooth mode;
When selecting the Bluetooth mode. “.” of “bt.” in display will start blinking and you will hear an audio tone which indicates Bluetooth pairing mode
For pairing with mobile phone or other Bluetooth devices, search the device named “Philips HTL4080” and pair it. Once paired, “.” of “bt.” slowly flash and come up with another audio tone. “.” of “bt.” will stop flash when playing music.
Press and hold “ ” for 3 seconds from remote control in order to force disconnect the Bluetooth connection.

Note: While using Bluetooth, if external call comes, then speaker system goes in mute mode in order to protect privacy of mobile phone user. Operation resumes once the call is disconnected.

Troubleshooting

Warning –

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock If a fault occurs. first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair If you are unable to remedy the problem by following hints mentioned in below table.

Problem	Solution
1.No power.	Check if the AC power cord is properly inserted into the AC mains

socket.
2.No sound or distorted sound.| Adjust the volume / select the correct source to choose the equipment that you want to hear through the system.
3.The remote control does not function properly.

| Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. Replace the batteries with new ones / Point the remote control directly towards the IR sensor (located on front panel of the subwoofer) / Check that the batteries are loaded correctly / Switch off the system for 30 seconds and then restart.
4.Low hum or buzz sound.| Place the product as far away as possible from electrical devices that may be causing interference / Check power supply voltage and consult electrician.
5.The content of the USB flash drive cannot be read.| The USB flash drive format is not compatible with the system.
Drive is formatted with a different file system which is not supported by this unit (e.g NTFS).
6.Slow operation of the USB flash drive / cannot detect USB flash drive.| Big memory size USB flash drive will take longer time to read and play. / Take out USB drive and insert it again properly.

7.BT not working.| Reduce the distance or device is not paired.

Warranty

This Philips soundbar Is warranted against any defect due to defective materials or workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase, should a defect develop during the warranty, TPV Technology India Pvt. Ltd., affiliate of MMO Hong Kong Holding Limited. undertake to repair the apparatus FREE OF CHARGE at any of Its authorized service center in India.

The warranty is not valid in case :

Proof of purchase is not accompanied with this warranty card.
The warranty card is not completed immediately after purchase.
The apparatus is not used according to this user manual.
Defects are caused due to improper or reckless use.
Any repairs are done by persons other than Philips authorized service centre.
The serial number is tampered with.
Defects due to causes beyond control like lightning, abnormal voltage or while in transit to the purchaser’s residence.

All Consumables and parts susceptible to normal wear and tear are not covered under this warranty. For detailed Terms and Conditions applicable, please refer www.philips.com/sunport.

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Invoice Number_____Date of Purchase//__

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