VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Version 7/16/2009 1 www.VIZIO.com
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1. 6 L LED Blink Codes 21 M Maintenance 22 MP3 Player Connection 000008 14 Version 7 16 2009 29 R Receiver Connechon ee e 15 Remote Control EN 9 Ee ie 10 Ee 10 Programming VIZIO Universal FREMO ME 9 S Safety Instruchons eee eee es 2 3 Satellite Box Connection e e e 12 SCUD T 18 Gpecifcatons 0 cc cece e 25 SRS TruSurround HD eee 20 SAS THY e Ha 19 T Technical Support cccceeeeeeeaees 23 Troubleshooting x eee ee cence eeeees 22 TV CONNECCION EE 11 V VCR CGonnechon cece ee eeees 14 Video Camera Connection eee e 14 W EE eebe 26 28 www VIZlO com2. VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Installing the Battery in the Remote Control Turn the remote control over Press inward to release the lock 1 and at the same time slide the battery holder out of the remote with your fingernail 2 Remove the protective plastic sheet by pulling straight out from the remote The supplied CR2025 Lithium Button Battery should match the symbol on the battery with the symbol on the battery holder Re insert the battery cover in the same orientation Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries Only use the specified battery Inserting the battery incorrectly may also result in damage to the remote control Dispose of the battery in accordance with local laws and regulations Keep the battery away from children and pets Remote Control Range Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the receiver window The effective range of the remote control is approximately 30 feet 10 meters from the front of the receiver window 30 to the left and right 20 up and down VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources Avoid humidity If the HD Sound Bar responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at all check the battery If the battery is low or exhausted replace it with a fresh battery When not using the remote control for a
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4. Inc TruSurround HD and TruVolume technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS IMAGES USED ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY BRAVO VIZIO AND THE V LOGO AND WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE AND OTHER VIZIO TRADEMARKS ARE THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OF VIZIO INC PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OR OBLIGATION 2008 VIZIO INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Version 7 16 2009 1 www VIZlO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Important Safety Instructions The HD Sound Bar is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits and misuse may result in electric shock or fire To prevent the HD Sound Bar from being damaged the following rules should be observed for its installation use and maintenance Please Read the following safety instructions before operating the HD Sound Bar Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference e To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage switch off the power before connecting other components to the HD Sound Bar e Unplug the power cord before cleaning the HD Sound Bar A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner on the HD Sound Bar Do not use abrasive cleaners e Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility e When moving the HD Sound Bar from an area of low temperature to an area of high tem
5. Hold for one half second to continuously increase volume Vol Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will decrease the volume level Hold for one half second to continuously decrease volume Mute Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will either mute or un mute the Sound Bar TVOL When the programming switches to a commercial or when changing from channel to channel volume fluctuations occur This SRS TruVolume provides the listener with a comfortable and consistent volume level Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will set the HD Sound Bar to have control over the level of the audio output preventing commercials on regular programming to become louder than the volume of the program being viewed Pressing this button will toggle SRS TruVolume ON and OFF TSHD Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will toggle SRS TruSurround HD ON and OFF Chapter 6 Error Detection Corrective Action lf an unsupported rate or sample depth is detected via the Optical Input or an overcurrent or thermal shutdown occurs the LED s flash certain error codes An important example that if an AC3 not PCM input stream from a DVD player in this instance is sent to the Optical input the HD Sound Bar will mute the audio output and flash the error pattern associated with this on the LED s For the error codes the information is relative to the p
6. center Parts Repairs may be made with new or recertified parts or the entire unit may be replaced with a new or recertified unit at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Replacement parts or replacement units provided under this limited warranty are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or for ninety 90 days from warranty service or replacement whichever is later How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service contact VIZIO Technical Support via email at TechSupport VIZIO com via phone at 877 MYVIZIO 877 698 4946 or via postal mail at VIZIO Technical Support 39 Tesla Irvine CA 92618 You must provide the model serial number and date of purchase VIZIO Technical Support is available from 6 00AM to 9 00PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 8 00AM to 4 00PM Pacific Time Saturday and Sunday Please note that holiday hours may vary For up to date information please visit www VIZIO com VIZIO reserves the right to assess all warranty claims and to determine if defects or damages are covered by this limited warranty In case of a claim that is not covered by this warranty you will be contacted to determine whether VIZIO should repair the damage for a fee or whether the product should be returned to you as received by the service technician or service center Parts and service labor that are VIZIO s responsibility under this limited warranty will be provided without charge All other servi
7. days pending availability replacement parts and other factors Version 7 16 2009 27 www VIZIO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Warranty Replacement generally is performed on audio equipment which is determined to be economically unrepairable If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with audio equipment may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a repair is not economically possible based on certain manufacturing defects in materials and or workmanship and or at VIZIO s option and sole discretion the customer will be provided with a return authorization number and replacement instructions Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty For audio equipment VIZIO will generally cover the transportation charges to perform an on site swap of the original unit with the replacement unit For audio equipment the customer is responsible for the transportation charges to VIZIO s service center to effect a swap of the original unit with the replacement unit VIZIO will be responsible for the return transportation charges from the service center to the customer Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions MAIL IN WARRANTY REPAIR PROCEDURE If VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with
8. has been purchased separately and the instructions for preparation and operation have been followed Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and subwoofer Connect one end of a single RCA audio cable to the SUB OUT connection on the Sound Bar Connect the other end of the audio cable to the sub or line input on the subwoofer Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar subwoofer and audio source Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control SCH EE R A ZS Cable available separately hb ILAA APAA AA PA Up ppp pb pt Ny S S S PDIF 2 INPUT 1 CO Version 7 16 2009 17 E www VIZlO com v VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Chapter 4 Setting Up S PDIF SUB OUT INPUT 1 CO D 1 2 3 A 5 Figure 1 Power Input and Output connections 1 Connect an Optical SPDIF cable from the Optical Output on the source device to the OPTICAL input 2 or connect one end of the left and right channel audio cables to AUDIO INPUT 1 5 or AUDIO INPUT 2 4 on the back of the HD Sound Bar and the other end to the Audio Output of the signal source The Inputs are shown in figure 1 above 2 Optional for Sub Woofer Connect one end of the Sub Woofer audio cable to SUB OUT 3 on the back of the HD Sound Bar and the other end to the Analog Sub Woofer Input of the Stereo Home Theater System The output is shown in figure 1 above 3 Before connecting the AC cord to an outlet connect
9. information contact your dealer e The HD Sound Bar AC DC Adapters are equipped with a three pronged grounded plug a plug with a third grounding pin This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet This is a safety feature If your outlet does not accommodate the three pronged have an electrician install the correct outlet or use an adapter to ground the HD Sound Bar safely e Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug e When connected to a power outlet power is always flowing into the HD Sound Bar To totally disconnect power unplug the power cord e The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un isolated dangerous voltage within the inside of the HD Sound Bar that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons e 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 your HD Sound Bar e Do not overload power strips and extension cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock e The wall socket should be located near the HD Sound Bar and be easily accessible e Do not touch the power cord during lightning To avoid electric shock avoid handling the power cord during electrical storms 2 www ViZlO com VIZIO VSB200 User Manual e Unplug the HD Sound Bar during a lightn
10. long period of time remove the batteries Do not take the battery apart heat it or throw it into a fire Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress such as striking or dropping it Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent Wipe it with a clean damp cloth Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control If the housing or remote control is seriously contaminated use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing Wipe with a dry cloth after cleaning Changing Volume LOCK when using a VIZIO Universal remote with the Sound Bar VIZIO Universal remotes are normally set to control the volume of the TV even when one of the other programmable devices is selected The remote control can be set to control the device volume the Sound Bar in this case by changing the Volume Lock To change the volume lock 1 Press and release the AUDIO button 2 Press and hold the SETUP button until the LED on the remote flashes twice 3 Press 9 9 3 The LED flashes twice 4 Press VOL The LED flashes four times The Sound Bar volume will now be controlled using VOL VOL while in the AUDIO device mode and the TV Cable Satellite or DVD volume when in TV Cable or DVD modes 10 www VIZIO com Chapter 3 Connecting Equipment Connecting a TM Digital Connection If your TV has a
11. the HD Sound Bar and Set Top Box 2 Connect one end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the digital audio output on the Satellite or Cable Set Top Box 3 Connect the other end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the Digital audio input on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and Set Top Box 5 Select the Optical input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note When using the Optical Input on the HD Sound Bar be sure to set the source device output mode to PCM Refer to the TV user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product SPDIF Cable available separately Analog Connection K F Ze 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and Set Top Box 2 Connect one end of the audio cable white and red connectors to the analog audio output on the Satellite or Cable Set Top Box 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and Set Top Box 5 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control v 2 www VIZlO com Connecting a CD or DVD Player Digital Connection Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and CD or DVD Player Connect one end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the digital audio output on the CD or DVD Player Connect the other end of the Opti
12. D Sound Bar COMPUTER Eo aaa k P Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and Computer Connect one end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the digital audio output on the Computer Connect the other end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the Digital audio input on the HD Sound Bar Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and Computer Select the Optical input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note When using the Optical Input on the HD Sound Bar be sure to set the source device output mode to PCM Refer to the Computer user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product SPDIF Cable available separately oe E oa Analog Connection OO N EA 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and Computer 2 Connect one end of the audio cable to the analog audio output on the Computer 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and Computer 5 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note Computer analog audio output commonly uses a 1 8 3 5mm Stereo Mini Jack port In this configuration a 1 8 3 5mm Stereo Mini Jack to RCA stereo cable will be required v G www VIiZlO com Connecting a Subwoofer 1 This section assumes that an optional subwoofer
13. Each LED has three brightness levels for a total of 18 volume settings Displayed as a bar graph representing the system volume increasing from the left across the display The display is constantly on when active LED 2 4 and 6 from left function as Input indicators When the Input button is pressed these three LED S light up with the status of the currently selected input LED flashing The LED s will turn off after 5 seconds Pressing the Input button on the top of the Sound Bar or the remote will step through the inputs LED 2 is Analog Input 1 LED 4 is Analog Input 2 and LED 6 is Optical Input The next LED is for SRS TruVolume Glows blue when on The last LED is for SRS TSHD Glows blue when on After an adjustment or change in SRS settings is made the LED s turn off after 5 seconds Press any button on the remote and the LEDs turn on to show status When the bar is muted the volume LEDs blink at the current volume setting REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR The Remote Sensor is located at the lower right side of the Sound Bar This is the window through which all of the remote control signals pass to the sensor Point the remote control directly at this window for the best response to the remote signal s www ViZlO com HD Sound Bar Remote Control The VIZIO Remote Control supplied is designed to be used exclusively with this product The remote button functions are described below Power Use this button to turn HD Sound Bar
14. FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 2 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Shielded interface cables and AC power cord if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference 24 www ViZlO com Specifications 4 x 3 High Efficiency mid b
15. ON or OFF 2 Input Use this button to select the input desired Repeated pressing will cycle through Input 1 Input 2 or Optical In 3 Vol Pressing this button will increase the volume level Hold for one half second to continuously increase volume 4 Vol Pressing this button will decrease the volume level Hold for one half second to continuously decrease volume 5 Mute Pressing this button will either mute or un mute the Sound Bar Subwoofer system 6 TVOL Pressing this button will set the sound system to have control over the level of the audio output preventing commercials on regular programming to become louder than the volume of the program being viewed Pressing this button will toggle SRS TruVolume ON and OFF 7 TSHD Pressing this button will toggle SRS TruSurround HD ON and OFF Programming a Universal Remote to operate the HD Sound Bar If you own a VIZIO TV with a Universal Remote that uses a 5 digit programming code you may program a device button such as AUX or AUDIO with code 31517 If your remote uses a 4 digit code use 1517 This will map the Universal Remote button to operate the HD Sound Bar as follows o Vizio Remote key HD Sound Bar Wo Power Power Hoo Input Input Volume Up Volume Up E Volume Down Volume Down Pictured at right is the VIZIO VUR8P A Mute Mute Universal Learning remote Menu SRS TruSurround K INFO SRS TruVolume Version 7 16 2009 9 www VIZIO com
16. RANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR DESCRIBED ABOVE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF TIME SET FORTH ABOVE VIZIO S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER INCLUDING VIZIO S NEGLIGENCE ALLEGED DAMAGE OR DEFECTIVE GOODS WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE AUDIO EQUIPMENT VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE COMMERCIAL LOSS LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This is the only warranty applicable no one is authorized to extend or modify it or to grant any other warranty on VIZIO s behalf Owner s Responsibility To ensure warranty service keep the dated bill or sales receipt as evidence of the purchase date and location This limited warranty applies only to original purchaser and is non transferable Warranty service conditions are subject to change For the latest Warranty Terms and Conditions and additional information regarding VIZIO s Limite
17. SPDIF optical digital audio output you can connect it to the OPTICAL AUDIO IN on the HD Sound Bar DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and TV Connect one end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the digital audio output on the TV Connect the other end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the Digital audio input on the HD Sound Bar Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and TV Select the Optical input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note When using the Optical Input on the HD Sound Bar be sure to set the source device output mode to PCM Refer to the TV user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product SPDIF Cable available separately E ee dm Analog Connection DTV TV CABLE ANTENNA e UDIO OUT 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and TV 2 Connect one end of the audio cable white and red connectors to the analog audio output on the TV 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and TV 5 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Version 7 16 2009 11 www VIZIO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Connecting a Cable or Satellite Box Digital Connection 1 Turn off the power to
18. SRS TruVolume Sound Pressure Power Input Power Adapter AC DC inverter type Output 24VDC 2 7A 65W Max Votage Lamm o 39 95 W x 4 82 H x 4 33 D 1015mm x 122mm x 110mm 11 7lbs 5 3Kg with stands 9 3lbs 4 2Kg without stands Gross Weight 1331s 6 5K o SRS TruSurround HD SRS TruVolume UL FCC Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation Version 7 16 2009 25 E www VIZlO com vV VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Limited Product Warranty VIZIO LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY VIZIO provides a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship to the original purchaser of new VIZIO audio equipment purchased from an authorized VIZIO U S reseller and used in the fifty 50 United States or Puerto Rico VIZIO s Responsibility VIZIO audio equipment purchased new from an authorized VIZIO U S reseller and that is used in the fifty 50 United States or Puerto Rico are warranted to be free from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for one 1 year from the date of the original retail purchase If the audio equipment fails to conform to this limited warranty VIZIO will at its option and sole discretion repair or replace the audio equipment Labor During the one year limited warranty period VIZIO will provide when needed service labor to repair a manufacturing defect Repairs required on audio equipment generally will be performed at a VIZIO service
19. VIZIO VSB200 User Manual VIZIO WHERE VISION MEETS VALUE Dear VIZIO Customer Congratulations on your new VIZIO High Definition Sound Bar purchase Thank you for your support For maximum benefit please read these instructions before making any adjustments and retain them for future reference We hope you will experience many years of enjoyment from your new VIZIO HD Sound Bar For assistance please call 877 668 8462 or visit us at www vizio com To purchase or inquire about accessories and installation services for your VIZIO HD Sound Bar please visit our website at www vizio com or call toll free at 888 849 4623 We recommend you register your VIZIO HD Sound Bar at our website www VIZlO com or fill in your registration card and mail it in For peace of mind and to protect your investment beyond the standard warranty VIZIO offers extended warranty service plans These plans give additional coverage during the standard warranty period Visit our website or call us to purchase a plan Write down the serial number located on the back of your HD Sound Bar Purchase Date VIZIO is a registered trademark of VIZIO Inc dba V Inc HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories BS GIG TruSurround HD and TruVolume are trademarks of SRS Labs
20. an audio equipment unit may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that a mail in repair may be performed the customer will be provided with a return authorization number and mail in repair instructions Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty The customer will be provided with instructions for packing and shipping the unit to the VIZIO service center The original carton box and packing material or an equivalent as designated by VIZIO must be utilized The cost of shipping to VIZIO s service center is at the customer s expense After the product is repaired and tested the VIZIO service center will ship the unit back to the customer at VIZIO s expense VIZIO is not responsible for the de installation or re installation of the product Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION 28 www ViZlO com Index A Amplifier Connection xe e 15 Audio Adiusimente xe 20 C Cable Box CGonnechon 12 CD Connechon 13 Computer Connechon eee e 16 Connections Rear banel nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnn 7 CONN Ce LEE 8 D DVD Connection 13 E Error Detechiion 21 H Home Theater Connection 15 Installatbon
21. an external Receiver Amp Digital Connection Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and Receiver Amp Connect one end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the digital audio output on the Receiver Amp Connect the other end of the Optical SPDIF cable to the Digital audio input on the HD Sound Bar Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and Receiver Amp Select the Optical input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note When using the Optical Input on the HD Sound Bar be sure to set the source device output mode to PCM Refer to the Stereo Receiver Amp user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product SPDIF Cable available separately S e eh ZS E Analog Connection 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and Receiver Amp 2 Connect one end of the audio cable white and red connectors to the analog audio output on the Receiver Amp 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and Receiver Amp 5 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Version 7 16 2009 15 www VIZIO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Connecting a Computer Digital Connection If your Computer has a SPDIF optical digital audio output you can connect it to the OPTICAL AUDIO IN on the H
22. ass transducers 2 x 3 4 High Performance Speakers Aluminum Dome Tweeters Geer 80Hz to 20 kHz esponse ra Integrated Class D 15x2 channel w 01 THD 35Hz up to 80Hz esponse SPDIF 1 rear of HD Sound Bar Inputs Stereo Audio 2 rear of HD Sound Bar DC 24V 1 rear of HD Sound Bar Output Analog Sub Woofer 1 rear of HD Sound Bar Four 3 High Efficiency hand built mid bass transducers Two 3 4 High Performance aluminum dome neodymium tweeters Speaker bar frequency response 80Hz to 20kHz Integrated Class D Amplifier at 15x2 channel with 01 THD Discrete 192kHz 24 bit S PDIF receiver enables up to 144dB dynamic range digital audio delivery SNR 105db Support for up to 192kHz 24 bit Linear PCM via TOSLINK input High Power Efficiency with Low Power Consumption Environmentally conscious High Performance 32 Bit 150MHz DSP Audio Engine Impressive Sound Pressure Level measuring 90dB SPL 1W 1M Features Advanced 24 Bit Linear PCM to PWM Engine with integrated thermal over current over voltage over current protection uncompressed audio transmission Sync response within 3 seconds Latency equal to the speed of sound 1 ms ft Guaranteed equal and consistent latency High efficiency Class D amplifier 2 Stereo RCA Input with Input Sensitivity 2Vrms max 1 S PDIF Fiber Optic TOSLINK Input Supported Sampling Frequencies 44 1kKHz amp 48kHz Support Linear PCM Bit Depths 16 bit 20 bit 24 bit SRS TruSurround
23. cal SPDIF cable to the Digital audio input on the HD Sound Bar Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and CD or DVD Player Select the Optical input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note When using the Optical Input on the HD Sound Bar be sure to set the source device output mode to PCM Refer to the CD DVD user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product SPDIF Cable available separately GE i En Analog Connection 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and CD or DVD Player 2 Connect one end of the audio cable white and red connectors to the analog audio output on the CD or DVD Player 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and CD or DVD Player 5 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Version 7 16 2009 13 www VIZIO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Connecting a MP3 Player 1 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and MP3 Player 2 Connect one end of the audio cable to the analog audio output on the MP3 Player Docking Un 3 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 4 Turnon the power to the HD Sound Bar and MP3 Player 5 Select the associated inp
24. ce is at the customer s expense VIZIO reserves the right to charge the customer for any service call for anything not covered by this limited warranty Before you ask for warranty service please review your User Manual You may avoid a service call and a service charge Please refer to the reverse side of this page for additional information regarding how to obtain warranty service PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO VIZIO WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION What is not covered This limited warranty does not cover the following cosmetic defects damage malfunctions or failures resulting from shipping or transit improper or faulty installation abuse operation contrary to furnished instructions operation on incorrect power supplies products not supplied by VIZIO modification alteration improper servicing or tampering damage from fire water lightning power surges abnormal environmental conditions or other acts of nature normal wear and tear unsatisfactory audio performance not caused by a manufacturing defect or audio equipment with a missing or unreadable serial number Operation of the audio equipment for commercial purposes or in applications or uses for which the audio equipment is not intended is not covered by this limited warranty Installation removal transportation and reinstallation of audio equipment and routine maintenance and cleaning are not covered by this limited warranty e x www ViZlO com THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WAR
25. com vV VIZIO VSB200 User Manual without SRS TruVolume with SRS TruVolume automatic volume leveling automatic volume leveling SRS TruSurround HD SRS TruSurround HD is the latest generation from the TruSurround family TruSurround was invented to ensure all listeners would be able to experience surround sound SRS TruSurround HD builds upon its patented predecessor by providing clear dialog crisp highs and explosive lows Since many of today s broadcasts are encoded in 5 1 surround sound TruSurround HD enables listeners to experience up to 5 1 channels of audio over 2 channels or in this case 2 1 channels with sub woofer attached Simply engage the technology by pressing the TSHD button on the remote and TruSurround HD will provide a realistic immersive surround sound experience No need to purchase extra speakers or run wires around the home By merely connecting the Sound Bar to the chosen audio source via composite cables or a digital TOSlink cable allows the listener to experience sound as it was meant to be heard Definition Definition Surround Sound Surround Sound Virtualizer Virtualizer _ Maximum Bass e x www VIZlO com Audio Adjustments Input Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will sequence the input selection through Analog Analog 2 and Optical Vol Pressing this button on the Remote Control or on the Sound Bar will increase the volume level
26. d Product Warranty please see complete details online at www VIZIO com VIZIO RETURN POLICY VIZIO s return policy allows for products purchased directly from VIZIO to be returned by the original purchaser during the initial thirty 30 day period following the date of purchase A VIZIO return authorization number must first be obtained as provided below The refund will be the purchase price actually paid by the purchaser less a ten percent 10 restocking fee per each item returned Shipping and handling are not refundable The return authorization number must first be obtained from VIZIO s Customer Service by emailing CustomerSupport VIZlO com or by calling 949 428 2525 6 00AM to 9 00PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 8 00AM to 4 00PM Pacific Time Saturday and Sunday Please note that holiday hours may vary For up to date information please visit www VIZIO com Products must be returned to the address specified by VIZIO Customer Service and must be shipped in the original packaging with freight prepaid to VIZIO and must be received in new and unused condition The return authorization number must be included in the packaging VIZIO reserves the right to assess fees for any damaged or missing parts in addition to the ten percent 10 restocking fee Return authorization numbers are only valid for only fifteen 15 days from issuance The customer is responsible for and must prepay all shipping charges and shall assume all risk o
27. ee 22 T E 22 e Ee e TE 22 Telephone amp lechnical SUpport ER 23 SEENEN 24 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement ccccccssssseeeeeescceesssneeeeeeeeeeesneeeeeeeeoeensnseeeeeeeoaesseseeeseeoonssseeeesseaoaaaas 24 lee leit EE 25 Version 7 16 2009 5 www VIZIO com VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation Preparing the HD Sound Bar for Wall Mounting The VIZIO HD Sound Bar can either be kept on the stand base or mounted on the wall for viewing If you choose to mount the TV on the wall please follow the instructions below for removing the stand The two feet provided with the HD Sound Bar can be used as brackets if it is to be wall mounted Using a screwdriver remove the stands from their original configuration as shown in Fig 1 and re attach to the HD Sound Bar in the configuration shown in Fig 2 Use M5 Metric or 10 English screws for keyhole to mount Figure 1 Figure 2 NOTE It is recommended that Power and Audio cables be connected to the HD Sound Bar before placing it on the wall 6 www VIZlO com Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Rear Panel Connections S PDIF SUB OUT INPUT 1 Oo 1 DC IN Plug the connector from the AC DC Power Adapter here 2 OPTICAL AUDIO IN SPDIF Optical connector for connection from a device such as a home theatre system Amplifier Receiver Set Top Box or DVD Player 3 SUB OUT Analog Sub Woofer Out Connect to an amplified subwo
28. f loss or damage to the product while in transit to VIZIO If the product is returned to VIZIO i without a VIZIO return authorization number and or ii beyond the fifteen 15 day period and or iii without proper packaging VIZIO retains the right to refuse delivery of such return or may return the unit to the customer at the customer s expense and with no refund issued This return policy does not apply to defective products Please read VIZIO s Limited Product Warranty for warranty terms and conditions WARRANTY REPAIR PROCEDURE Warranty repair generally is performed on audio equipment which is determined to be economically repairable lf VIZIO Technical Support determines that a problem with an audio equipment unit may be within the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty and that repair may be economically performed the customer will be provided with repair authorization number and shipping for repair instructions The determination for performing the repair may be dependent upon the manufacturing defect and is at VIZIO s option and sole discretion Proof of purchase is required to confirm the product is within the one year limited warranty period and meets the terms and conditions of the VIZIO Limited Product Warranty The total approximate time for the repair process which includes the repair diagnosis obtaining the replacement part s and arranging the repair is typically completed within approximately 3 to 5 business
29. ing storm or when it will not be used for long periods of time This will protect the HD Sound Bar from damage due to power surges e Do not attempt to repair or service HD Sound Bar yourself Opening or removing the front cover may expose you to high voltages electric shock and other hazards If repair is required contact your dealer and refer all servicing to qualified service personnel e Keep the HD Sound Bar away from moisture Do not expose the HD Sound Bar to rain or moisture If water penetrates into the HD Sound Bar unplug the power cord and contact your dealer Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock e Do not use the HD Sound Bar 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 the HD Sound Bar yourself e Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances If the HD Sound Bar 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 the HD Sound Bar may cause fire or electric shock e Do not install the HD Sound Bar in an area with heavy dust or high humidity Operating the HD Sound Bar in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock e Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving the HD Sound Bar e When unplugging the HD Sound Bar hold the po
30. ise they will return to initial values Telephone amp Technical Support Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in unnecessary shipping charges billed to you Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem over the phone For more information on warranty service or repair after the warranty period please contact our Support Department at the number below Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO s commitment to service excellence For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone Email techsupport vizio com Tel 877 698 4946 Fax 949 585 9563 Hours of operation Monday Friday 6 am to 9 pm Saturday Sunday 8 am to 4 pm Please have your VIZIO model number serial number and date of purchase available before you call VIZIO Address 39 Tesla Irvine CA 92618 USA Telephone 949 428 2525 Fax 949 585 9514 Web www vizio com Version 7 16 2009 23 E www VIZIO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Compliance Caution Always use a power cable that is properly grounded Please use the AC cords listed below for each area USA UL Canada CSA Germany VDE UK BASE BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act 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
31. ofer input Do NOT connect this directly to another Home Theater System 4 ANALOG AUDIO IN 2 ANALOG L R Connect the analog audio from a device such as a TV Home Theatre System Amplifier Receiver Set Top Box or DVD Player 5 ANALOG AUDIO IN 1 ANALOG L R Connect the analog audio from an additional device such as a TV Home Theatre System Amplifier Receiver Set Top Box or DVD Player Version 7 16 2009 7 www VIiZlO com vV VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Top Panel Buttons 1 Power Use this button to turn HD Sound Bar ON or OFF 2 Input Use this button to select the input desired Repeated pressing will cycle through Analog Input 1 Analog Input 2 or Optical In 3 Vol Pressing this button will decrease the volume level 4 Vol Pressing this button will increase the volume level 5 Mute Pressing this button will either mute or un mute the Sound Bar 6 TVOL Pressing this button will set the sound system to have control over the level of the audio output preventing commercials on regular programming to become louder than the volume of the program being viewed Pressing this button will toggle SRS TruVolume ON and OFF 7 TSHD Pressing this button will toggle SRS TruSurroundHD ON and OFF Front LED Array LEE The LED Array is located at the lower right side of the Sound Bar There are a total of 10 LEDs The first white LED is the Power indicator The next 6 white LEDs are volume indicators
32. oint the source of the problem If the HD Sound Bar still fails to perform as expected contact the VIZIO for assistance by calling 1 877 MYVIZIO 1 877 698 4946 or e mail us at techsupport vizio com No power Make sure AC power cord is securely connected to an AC socket and to the AC receptacle on the AC DC Adapter Make sure the power LED on the AC DC adapter is glowing green Plug another electrical device like a radio to the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying power Press the Power button on the remote control or the top of the HD Sound Bar Press the Volume Up button on the remote control or the top of the 22 www VIZlO com Sound Bar Press MUTE on the remote If the source device has a mute function check to make sure it is not engaged Press the INPUT button on the remote control or the top of the HD Sound Bar to cycle through the inputs No sound on Optical In The source device may be set to AC3 Dolby Digital output SRS TS HD requires PCM audio Lt Rt encoded for movies Change the device output to PCM Buzzing or humming Make sure that both ends of the audio cables are connected securely Test on an alternate device or replace the audio cable Test the device and cable on an alternate input on the HD Sound Bar Settings are lost When the Sound Bar is powered off settings are retained except when the AC power is removed To keep settings Leave AC DC power adapter connected to AC Otherw
33. osition in the volume bar section of the display LED positions as viewed from the front ae A B C D E F G The following is a description of the LED error codes A SPDIF compressed format detected B SPDIF rate unsupported C Overcurrent error occurred D Thermal shutdown occurred The other indicators are not currently used for error indication When an error occurs the volume strip goes on solid except that the active error condition is flashing Corrective Action If Error A SPDIF compressed format detected error occurs configure the DVD player or audio source device audio output format setting to PCM or PCM stream Otherwise use the Analog RCA inputs from the audio source to the Sound Bar without configuration of the audio source device Version 7 16 2009 4 www VIZlO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual lf Error B an unsupported sample rate is detected on the Optical SPDIF input configure the audio sample rate of the audio source device to be either 44 1 KHz or preferably 48KHz H Error C Over current detection is indicated reduce the volume setting of the Sound Bar and Subwoofer temporarily and turn the unit off for a short period and back on to reset the circuitry If this indication continues to occur then reduce the volume level for the particular source content being played If Error D Thermal shutdown is indicated turn off the Sound Bar and verify the ventilation slots in the Sound Bar a
34. perature condensation may form in the housing Wait before turning on the HD Sound Bar to avoid causing fire electric shock or component damage e A distance of at least 3 feet should be maintained between the HD Sound Bar and any heat source such as a radiator heater oven amplifier etc Do not install the HD Sound Bar close to smoke Operating the HD Sound Bar close to smoke or moisture may cause fire or electric shock e Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the HD Sound Bar and to protect it from overheating be sure these openings are not blocked or covered Do not place the HD Sound Bar in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided e Never push any object into the slots and openings on the HD Sound Bar enclosure Do not place any objects on the top of the HD Sound Bar Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock Never spill liquids on the HD Sound Bar e The HD Sound Bar should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label on the AC DC Adapters If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home consult your dealer or local power company e Only power of the marked voltage can be used for your HD Sound Bar Any other voltage than the specified voltage may cause fire or electric shock e The power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage specified For more
35. re clear the Sound Bar has proper ventilation and is not being operated in an environment that is too hot If these conditions exist reduce the volume level for the particular source content being played An error condition that is not detected or indicated by the LED error indications is distortion of audio The Sound Bar is designed for standard line in level input signals which are a MAXIMUM 2 Volt RMS The Sound Bar is not intended to be connected to the output of an amplified audio source such as a Home Theater speaker output or MP3 Player headphone jack Doing so may damage the Sound Bar Chapter 7 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Important 1 Make sure that the power cables are removed from their sockets before cleaning the Sound Bar 2 Do not use volatile solvent such as toluene rosin and alcohol to clean the Sound Bar Such chemicals may damage the Sound Bar housing Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control 1 Use a soft cloth for cleaning 2 If the housing is seriously contaminated use a soft cloth moistened with diluted neutral cleaner to clean the display Wring water out of the cloth before cleaning to prevent water from penetrating into the housing Wipe the housing with a dry cloth after cleaning Troubleshooting Guide If the HD Sound Bar fails to operate or the performance changes dramatically check the operation in accordance with the following instructions Remember to check the peripherals to pinp
36. the HD Sound Bar power adapter DC connector 1 Fig 1 4 Connect the AC cord of the power adapter to suitable AC outlet 5 Switch the HD Sound Bar power to ON by either using the power button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or the power button in the remote control 6 Select the desired input by pressing the Input button on the Sound Bar or the Remote The default input is Analog 2 when the Sound Bar is first plugged in Refer to Page 8 for additional information 18 www VIZlO com Chapter 5 Operation Overview of SRS Audio Processing Features SRS TruVolume SRS TruVolume is an advanced intelligent volume control solution that delivers a remarkable TV viewing experience by eliminating irritating fluctuations in volume all too common in today s television broadcasts To ensure the technology functions properly enable it by pressing the TVOL button on the remote control Then set the volume to the desired listening level SRS TruVolume will do the rest TruVolume will maintain a constant volume level regardless of the device s connected to the Sound Bar Note SRS TruVolume does have a nominal effect on dynamic range unperceivable to most listeners However it can be disengaged for audio purists or applications where volume fluctuations are welcomed DESIRED LISTENING RANGE PROGRAM COMMERCIAL PROGRAM COMMERCIAL ME GC NO PROCESSING SRS TruVolume ACTIVATED Version 7 16 2009 19 E www VIZIO
37. ut by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note MP3 analog audio output commonly uses a 1 8 85mm Stereo Mini Jack port In this configuration a 1 8 3 5mm Stereo Mini Jack to RCA stereo cable will be required If wall mounting of the Sound Bar System is planned purchase the above described cable having right angle RCA connectors to avoid mounting interference Refer to your MP3 Player user manual for more information about the audio output settings and connections of the product CAUTION Do not connect the MP3 Player headphone output directly to the HD Sound Bar This can result in damage to the devices A docking unit or equivalent conversion unit is required to adapt line level audio to the HD Sound Bar Connecting a VCR or Video Camera 6 Turn off the power to the HD Sound Bar and VCR or Video Camera 7 Connect one end of the audio cable white and red connectors to the analog audio output on the VCR or Video Camera 8 Connect the other end of the audio cable white and red connectors to one of the analog audio inputs on the HD Sound Bar 9 Turn on the power to the HD Sound Bar and VCR or Video Camera 10 Select the associated input by pressing the Input Button on the top of the HD Sound Bar or Remote Control Note Refer to your VCR or Video Camera user manual for more information about the audio output settings of the product v 14 www VIZIO com Connecting
38. wer plug not the cord Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock When the HD Sound Bar will not be used for an extended period of time unplug the power cord e To reduce risk of electric shock do not touch the connector with wet hands e Insert the battery in accordance with instructions Incorrect polarity may cause the battery to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator e IW any of the following occurs contact the dealer o The power cord fails or frays Liquid sprays or any object drops into your HD Sound Bar HD Sound Bar is exposed to rain or other moisture HD Sound Bar is dropped or damaged in any way O O O o The performance of the HD Sound Bar changes substantially Version 7 16 2009 3 www VIiZlO com Vv VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Opening the Package IMPORTANT Save the carton and packing material for future shipping Package Contents VIZIO High Definition Sound Bar 1x AC DC Power Adapter 1x Power Cord 1x Remote Control and Battery 2x Stand Mount Base Pre installed 2x Stand Mount screws Pre installed 1x RCA Stereo Cable This manual Quick Start Guide Not shown in illustration A www VIZlO com VIZIO VSB200 User Manual Table of Contents Jas ee clap mes LR pica E 2 UNECE ODETTE anean uta aceasta vn aidan ee winapi adda noi ude nda sein aida dieu ESEL 6 Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections
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