User manual 8000 Series TAB8905 Register your product and get support at www.philips.
Contents 1 Important 3 4 Use your Soundbar 16 Safety 3 Turn ON and OFF 16 Care for your product 4 Auto Standby 16 Care of the environment 4 Select Modes 16 Compliance 4 Adjust the Volume 16 Help and support 4 Dolby sound mode 16 Factory Reset 17 Setup Menu 17 Bluetooth Operation 18 Caution FCC and IC statement for Users (USA and Canada only) 5 2 Your Soundbar 6 What’s in the Box 6 Main unit 6 Connectors 7 Wireless subwoofer 7 Remote control 8 Prepare the Remote Co
Read and understand all instructions before you use your product. If damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply. Safety Risk of electric shock or fire! • Before you make or change any connections, make sure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet. • Never expose the product and accessories to rain or water. Never place liquid containers, such as vases, near the product.
• If the battery compartment cannot be completely secured, discontinue use of the product. Keep out of reach of children and contact the manufacturer. This is CLASS II apparatus with double insulation, and no protective earth provided. AC voltage products and batteries. Follow local rules and never dispose of the product and batteries with normal household waste. Correct disposal of old products and batteries helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.
Caution FCC and IC statement for Users (USA and Canada only) FCC INFORMATION 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.
2 Your Soundbar Main unit Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your Soundbar at www.philips.com/support. This section includes an overview of the main unit.
i Wi-Fi LED indicator (Yellow) LED State Status Wi-Fi Access Point (AP) mode Blink Double blink Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) mode Constant on Connected / Pairing successful English e HDMI OUT (eARC/ARC) Connect to the HDMI input on the TV. h Power LED f HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 Connect to the HDMI input on the TV. g AC~ Socket Connect to the power supply. h Wall bracket slot Connectors Wireless subwoofer This section includes an overview of the connectors available on your Soundbar.
Remote control This section includes an overview of the remote control. a (Standby-On) Power Action State •• Follow source state Press the •• Wi-Fi is still on. Semi button •• It still supports Play-Fi and Standby once Eco Standby button 5 seconds power consumption mode. d (Mute) Mute or restore volume. e (Play/Pause) Start, pause or resume play in USB / BT / PLAY-Fi mode. Confirm a selection.
If the Remote Control is operated near other products which generate infrared rays, or if other remote control devices using infra-red rays are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly. Conversely, the other products may operate incorrectly. First-time use: The unit has a preinstalled lithium CR2025 battery. Remove the protective tab to activate the remote control battery. Replace the Remote Control Battery The remote control requires a CR2025, 3V Lithium battery.
»» You can use the wall mount template provided for helping the drilling holes position on the wall Wall mount »» Secure the dowels and screws in the holes. Note •• Improper wall mounting may result in accident, injury or •• •• •• •• damage. If you have any query, contact Consumer Care in your country. Before wall mounting, make sure the wall can support the weight of your Soundbar.
3 Connect •• The full Dolby Atmos experience is only available when This section helps you connect your Soundbar to a TV and other devices, and then set it up. For information about the basic connections of your Soundbar and accessories, see the quick start guide. •• the Soundbar is connected to the source via a HDMI 2.0 cable. The Soundbar will still function when connected via other methods (such as a Digital Optical cable) but these are unable to support all of the Dolby features.
1 Note •• Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC function. HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set to On. •• The setting method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ •• depending on the TV. For details about ARC function, please refer to your TV owner’s manual. Make sure to use the HDMI cables can support the ARC function. Using an optical cable, connect the OPTICAL connector on your Soundbar to the OPTICAL OUT connector on the TV or other device. • The digital optical connector might be labeled SPDIF or SPDIF OUT.
• • 1 2 Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure you have completed all other connections. Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the unit. Connect the mains cable to the AC~ Socket of the unit and then into a mains socket Connect the mains cable to the AC~ Socket of the subwoofer and then into a mains socket. 1 or For UK AC~ For EU 3 Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.
Connect to Wi-Fi (Wireless Operation) (For iOS and Android version) By connecting this unit and mobile phones, tablets (such as iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, Android phones, etc.) to the same Wi-Fi network, you can then use the Philips Sound app powered by DTS Play-Fi to control the soundbar to listen to audio files. 1 2 Note For iOS version only Wi-Fi network used by iPhone should be switched temporarily to Play-Fi device AP and restart Philips Sound APP to complete the product’s Wi-Fi setup.
After connection, this product may perform a software update. Upgrade to the latest software when it is your first time set up.The software upgrade may take several minutes. Do not unplug your speaker, turn off your device, or leave the network during the update. AirPlay setup Use AirPlay to set up the Wi-Fi connection of iOS device (iOS7 or later) and soundbar. 1 2 iOS device: Settings > Wi-Fi > select home network [Play-Fi device (xxxxxx)] Launch the Philips Sound App powered by DTS Play-Fi.
4 Use your Soundbar Select Modes 1 This section helps you use the Soundbar to play audio from connected devices. Before you start • Make the necessary connections described in the quick start guide and the user manual. • Switch the Soundbar to the correct source for other devices. Press the button repeatedly on the unit or on the remote control to select the AUX, OPTICAL, HDMI eARC/ARC, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, BT, USB mode. »» The selected mode will show on the display. »» Play-Fi is not an optional source.
Reset device to default setting • • In standby mode, press the [ , , vol- ] buttons on the remote control them in sequence, the display shows “RESET” to reset the factory default settings of the host. Set is ON, press and hold the button until the display shows “RESET” to reset the Wi-Fi module to the factory default settings. • • EQ Select predefined sound modes to suit your video and music: MOVIE, MUSIC, VOICE, SPORT, CUSTOM. • MOVIE: Create a surround listening experience. Ideal for watching movies.
CENT (CENTER) 1 (TAB8805,TAB8905 only) Adjust the Center Channel Volume »» CTR -5 ~ CTR +5 »» By default, the center channel volume is set to 0. 2 TOP (TAB8905 only) Adjust the Top Channel Volume »» TOP +5 ~ TOP –5 3 »» By default, the top channel sound is set to 0. DIM 4 Set display brightness. »» DIM 03, DIM 02, DIM 01 »» By default, the dimmer is set to DIM 03. DISPLAY Set to turn off the display automatically (except the Wi-Fi LED indicator) after 3 seconds of idle when no user operation.
Ensure that the unit is connected to the TV or audio device. 1 2 3 USB Operation Enjoy audio on a USB storage device, such as an MP3 player and USB flash memory, etc. 1 Insert the USB device. Press the button repeatedly on the unit or on the remote control to select the AUX, OPTICAL, HDMI eARC/ARC, HDMI 1, HDMI 2 mode. Operate your audio device directly for playback features. Press the VOL +/– buttons to adjust the volume to your desired level.
Listen to Spotify Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how. Upgrade Firmware To get the best features and support, update your product with the latest firmware version. Option 1: Update firmware via Philips Sound App (Settings > PS Fine Tune) The firmware for MCU and DSP can be upgraded to the latest version via Philips Sound App powered DTS Play-Fi. Please go to settings menu and select PS Fine Tune option to check it out.
Note •• Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Bluetooth / Wireless •• •• •• •• Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP, AVRCP Bluetooth Version: 4.2 + EDR Frequency Band/Output Power: 2400 MHz ~ 2483.5 MHz / ≤ 5dBm 2.4G Wireless Frequency Range / Output Power: 2400 MHz~2483 MHz/ ≤6dBm Network supported • WiFi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wireless Frequency Band (Wi-Fi) / Radio Frequency Power Transmitted 2.4G Wi-Fi: 2400 MHz~2483.
6 Troubleshooting • • Warning •• Risk of electric shock. Never remove the casing of the product. To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the product yourself. If you have problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. If you still have a problem, get support at www.philips.com/support. Main unit The buttons on the main unit do not work. • Disconnect form the power supply for a few minutes,then connect again.
Remote control does not work Wi-Fi • Wi-Fi Connection cannot be established. • Check the availability of WLAN network on the router. • Place the Wi-Fi router closer to the unit. • Make sure the password is correct. • Check the WLAN function or reboot the modem and Wi-Fi router. • • Dolby Atmos • Cannot achieve outstanding Dolby Atmos effects. • For non-HDMI connections (such as use of USB, Bluetooth, OPTICAL or AUDIO IN), limited height surround effects are generated.
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Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please visit http://www.philips.com/support for the latest updates and documents. Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under license.This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited. or one of its affiliates, and MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited. is the warrantor in relation to this product.
