VIZIO QUICK START GUIDE Model: S5451w-C2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents................................................................... 4 Controls & Connections.......................................................... 5 First-Time Setup........................................................................ 8 Connecting with HDMI............................................................ 10 Using the Remote..................................................................... 17 Settings and LED Behavior....................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS VIZ IO INPUT High Definition Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer Digital Optical Cable 2 x Satellite Speakers Stereo RCA to 3.
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS Back of Sound Bar Power Port AUX (1) RCA Analog Audio In USB (7) Service Port (For use by authorized technician only) OPTICAL (4) Digital Optical Audio In HDMI OUT (ARC) (6) AUX (2) 3.
Control Buttons are located here Power Input Bluetooth Input (Hold to pair device, See Bluetooth Pairing for more information.
Back of Subwoofer Back of Satellite Speaker Pairing Button LED Indicator Satellite Speaker Port Satellite Speaker Ports (Connects to Subwoofer) (Connects to Speakers) Power Switch Power Port 7
FIRST-TIME SETUP Back of Sound Bar 1 GOOD BETTER BETTER GOOD 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE† DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE† 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE Note: Cables’ appearance may differ from the ones supplied. CHOOSE ONE CABLE: GOOD BETTER BEST AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV* † When using the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting the TV output to PCM or (B) Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source, some TVs do not pass through digital audio.
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. BEST HDMI CABLE† Connect the Sound Bar to your TV* using one of the connection types to the left. Choose the best possible connection type. Be sure the TV port is an audio output, not an audio input. HDMI cables send Video (Out) and receive Audio from the TV. See Connecting with HDMI on page 10 for more information.
CONNECTING WITH HDMI What is HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)? To connect using HDMI*: Using HDMI ARC, your TV can send audio to the sound bar using an HDMI cable. 1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI 1 (ARC) port on the back of your TV. You will need to connect your sound bar to your TV’s HDMI ARC port using an HDMI cable that is ARC compatible. 2. Connect the other end to the HDMI OUT (ARC) port on your VIZIO sound bar. 3.
Back of TV* Connect to HDMI (ARC) port on your TV Back of Sound Bar * HDMI ARC port location may differ by TV manufacturer. See your TV’s user manual for more information.
2 Connect the Power Cable to the back of the Sound Bar. 3 Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet.
BACK OF SUBWOOFER 4 Connect a Power Cable to the Subwoofer. 5 Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet. 6 Flip the Power Switch into the On position.
7 Connect the Satellite Speakers to the Subwoofer using the included Satellite Speaker Audio Cables. Match the color coded speaker cable to the matching speaker port color.
8 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.
9 Locate the arrow on the battery cover and gently slide it away from the remote with your thumb. Insert the included AAA batteries, matching the + and - symbols. 10 Gently slide the battery cover back in place. Turn your TV on, then press the Power button on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on. Turn off the TV Speakers through the Settings Menu on your TV. See your TV’s user manual for more information. Press the INPUT button to switch between audio sources.
USING THE REMOTE Display Displays Sound Bar settings VIZIO Input Press to change input source. Up/Down Press to cycle through settings and options. INPUT Menu Press to access the menu settings. Power Press to turn on or off. MENU Enter/Play/Pause Press to select an option. Press to Play or Pause. Previous Press to return to previous track. Next Press to skip to the next track. (Changes audio settings in Menu) (Changes audio settings in Menu) Volume Press to decrease volume.
SETTINGS AND LED BEHAVIOR LED Indicators are located here Press the MENU button and use the Up/Down Arrow buttons on the remote to access the different 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 differently with each function. Function LED Behavior Description Bluetooth Pairing (When searching for device) Flash from Left to Right and back continuously.
Function LED Behavior Surround On: Surround On/Off Surround Off: Surnd DTS TruVolume On/Off TruVol Night Mode On/Off Night TruVolume Off: Night Mode On: Two LEDs on the left indicate no delay. AV Delay Noise --- Noise TV Remote On: TV Remote VZtvRmt On Eco Power On/Off EcoPwr On TV Remote Off: No When a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is detected Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable Night Mode.
PROGRAMMING THE SOUND BAR You can program your Sound Bar to accept TV remote IR commands. Press the MENU button on the remote, then use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Prg Remote. Use the Next/Previous buttons to toggle through Learn Vol -, Learn Vol +, and Learn Mute. Function Learn Volume Down Learn Vol Learn Volume Up Learn Vol + Learn Mute Learn Mute LED Behavior Description Press the Play button to put the Sound Bar into learning mode.
RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS You can reset your Sound Bar to factory default settings. Note: All of your settings will be lost. Paired Bluetooth devices will need to be re-paired. Function LED Behavior Reset Reset No Reset Yes ConfirmYes Confirmed Description To reset the Sound Bar to factory default settings: All Indicator LEDs will flash three times confirming factory reset. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Reset No. 3.
BLUETOOTH PAIRING To pair the Sound Bar with a Bluetooth device: 1. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the Sound Bar for five (5) seconds or select the BT Pair option on the remote. When the Sound Bar is in Bluetooth Pairing Mode, the LED Indicators on the Display Panel on the front of the Sound Bar will light sequentially from left to right and back again. Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing. Back of Sound Bar 22 2.
USING BLUETOOTH MODE Maximizing Signal 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. A Bluetooth signal has a range of up to 30 feet. Keep in mind that Bluetooth is a compressed audio format, so streamed music may lose some integrity when compared to a wired connection.
ADVANCED SETUP Connect up to five different devices to the Sound Bar (devices shown are examples--you can use any device). Back of Sound Bar 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE* Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables transmit audio only. If connecting a video device, you will need a separate video connection from the device to your TV. DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE* DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE* OR Game Console 3.
Connect HDMI (ARC) to your TV HDMI CABLE* HDMI cables transmit both audio and video. To view video from these devices, turn the Sound Bar on, then set the Sound Bar input to HDMI-ARC 6. Set your TV input to the HDMI port to which the Sound Bar is connected. OR Blu-ray Player Cable/Satellite Box *Cables appearance may differ from the ones supplied.
WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR 1 Wall-Mount Screw Holes Insert and tighten two Wall-Mount Screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver into the Wall-Mount Screw Holes. 2 Place the included wall mounting template against the wall under your TV. Mark the four bracket holes using a pencil.
3 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. 38.6 in (980 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.
RE-LINKING THE SUBWOOFER WITH THE SOUND BAR Your Subwoofer has already been paired with your Sound Bar by VIZIO. However, you may need to re-link the Subwoofer to the Sound Bar if there is no sound coming from the Subwoofer. What does pairing mean? Pairing means to wirelessly connect. 1 2 Back of Sound Bar Back of Subwoofer First confirm that the power switch is in the ON position. Press and hold the Power button on the back of the Sound Bar for 5 Seconds.
WALL MOUNTING THE SATELLITE SPEAKERS 1. Attach the Wall Mount Screw to the back of the Satellite Speaker. 2. Attach the wall mount bracket to the wall. 3. Plug the speaker cable into the back of the Satellite Speaker. Wall Mount Screw (Size: M4 x 8) 4. Align and mount the Satellite Speaker with the Wall Mount Bracket. 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.
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HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING There is no power. • Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the side of your Sound Bar. • Ensure the power cord is securely connected. • Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly. There is no sound. • Increase the volume. Press Volume Up on the remote control or on the side of your Sound Bar. • Press MUTE on the remote to ensure the Sound Bar is not muted.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS AND LABOR Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only 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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